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Nationalities
| Number of students |
320 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
40 |
| Most common nationality |
Japanese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
2:1 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, and there is also in-class support with specialists. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese (and Korean A for the IB Diploma) |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Teachers use MacBook Airs and Apple TVs |
| 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 |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Middle Years Programme, IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
Above the global average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
This depends on the grade level. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
90-100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We have a student specialist and other teachers provide specific in-class support. There are three levels of need and support is given accordingly. The school is proud to be inclusive. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Teachers are aware of the need to differentiate to challenge the most able of students. Our college counsellor provides specific advice for students looking for scholarships, etc. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and assessment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
OYIS requires all applicants for Elementary/Junior High school to complete an English language assessment and attend a full school observation day during which they will be evaluated by teachers.
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| Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8.50am |
| School finish time |
4pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
After school child care is offered up to Grade 2. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
OYIS offer many clubs and activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Volleyball, basketball, football and more. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, gymnasium, library, science labs, swimming pool |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground, gymnasium, outdoor swimming pool, sports field |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Osaka YMCA International School is the only IB continuum school in Osaka City, offering the PYP, MYP and IB Diploma. A non-profit school with a community focus, it offers a perfect pathway from preschool to Grade 12. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
OYIS provides a friendly and supportive environment which values diversity. We engage in quality lifelong learning that deal with a range of global issues, in line with the ethos of both the YMCA and IB. |