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Nationalities
| Number of students |
170 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
We have more than 60 nationalities |
| Most common nationality |
The most common nationalities are South Sudanese, Congolese, Ethiopians, Burundians, Kenyans, Sudanese, Canadians, Americans, Ugandans and Eritreans |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
45% |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, our teachers are native speakers of the languages they instruct students |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, our school offers extra classes freely for language to students who are not fluent. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
We offer other languages like French, Swahili, Germany, Arabic and Spanish |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
18 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology does not replace teachers. Technology improves learning process and aim at improving student's grades. |
| 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, we use online teaching during COVID-19 |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes our students practice their religion. All religions are accepted and practiced in our school. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
The school does not change a student's religion. If a student is Christian, he/she practices Christianity. If she/he is a Muslim, she/he practices Islam ect ... |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, GCE and IB |
| Results in these examinations |
Most of them pass with A*, A, B and C grades
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, our teachers assign homework 4 to 5 days per week for each subject |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Students are given one hour to complete their homework |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90%, because we facilitate our students to get scholarships |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, we support students with special learning needs |
| Learning support offered |
We have specialist in this area. Speech therapists, psychologists, speech pathologist, Counsellors .... |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our school has different events like Award Day, Cultural Day, Sports Day, Graduation Day, Father's Day ... . We always award talented student on Award Day. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Our school offers British Curriculum , and we get past papers from Cambridge exams to evaluate new students. Either IGCSE, GCE or IB depending on the student's level. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Our school does not have a deadline for registration. We register new students all over the year because we always give them remedial lessons to catch up |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:00 AM |
| School finish time |
3:50 PM |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes, our school has school buses |
| School provided lunches |
Yes we provide free break and Lunch. Students are allowed to bring drinks and snacks but they are not allowed to sell snacks in school |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes, our students are required to wear uniform |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Baseball and softball, Basketball, Bandleading, Cheerleading, Swimming, Dance Team, Debate, French Club, Quiz, Writing and reading Club.... |
| Sports activities included |
Walking, Aerobics, fitness or gym activities, Jogging, Soccer, Netball ..... |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, computer lab, science lab, theater and indoor fitness room, etc |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Outdoor Space for sports: Basketball court, soccer play ground, sports wear, base area, sports shoes, a training center, etc |
Boarding
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
We offer boarding from grade one (5 years old) to grade 12 (19 years old) |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
Learners live a family life in boarding. They play, work and study together but supervised by teachers who are matrons and wardens. Our learners are allowed to go for shopping twice a month using our school vans and supervised by teachers.
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About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We strive to create a positive learning environment. Our students enjoy and love learning. We have a knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We make learning enjoyable. We develop a good relationship with our students and parents. Our staff is patient, caring and personality. Knowledge of learners and dedication to teaching. We engage students in learning. |