Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
770 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
37 |
| Most common nationality |
Uganda |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
3:1 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Kiswahili, Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
EYP1: 10, EYP2: 14, EYP3: 20, PYP1 onwards: 24
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| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Every class is equipped with a smartboard. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. (However, we do have a Prayer Room, should a student need it) |
| External examinations or assessments available |
MYP5 eAssessments, IB Diploma, A Levels |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Varies by grade level; consider individual needs, avoiding undue stress. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Acorns has an open admission policy and accepts children with special needs. Placement is dependent upon the child’s individual needs and may require continuous support from parents. Acorns can also help you find specialist therapists for your child, including a Speech and Occupational Therapist and an Educational Psychologist. |
| Learning support offered |
Acorns tailors Education Plans based on individual needs |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Tailored programmes, challenges, and enrichment for gifted, talented students' support. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Our Learner Support Services Department works closely with families to make external recommendations for any service that we do not offer or have empanelled experts. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. For students qualifying for PYP1 and above, we use Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) as a Placement Assessment tool. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
It is an online adaptive test conducted on campus. |
| Waiting list |
Yes. For Creche, EYP1, PYP2 and LSS Programme in EYP and PYP. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept admissions through the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
EYP: 8:45 am
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| School finish time |
Crech, EYP1 & 2: 12:30 pm
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Acorns is happy to welcome your child to school any time after 7:00 am, when Acorns' staff are available to care for them. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Acorns offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education and Swimming, |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Auditorium, Dance and Music Rooms, Science Labs, Play Areas |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Soccer Field, Basketball Courts, Swimming Pools |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Acorns International School is a community of staff, parents, and children—a large family dedicated to the premise that education is the key to building a lifelong foundation, where a love of learning and school is of the utmost importance. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our school emphasizes interactive learning, fostering critical thinking, and personalized instruction to cultivate a well-rounded educational experience for students. |