Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
100 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
5 |
| Most common nationality |
Russsian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:30 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
They are fluent and highly skilled in teaching in the language used |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we have English as Additional Language (EAL) lessons offered to students who need an extra boost |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Greek |
| Max. number of students per class |
16 |
| Average number of students per class |
14 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Use of technology is highly encouraged and used daily in our classrooms. Various apps are used, students have devices they use in class and we are constantly looking to upgrade our equipment |
| 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 |
| External examinations or assessments available |
We do not have examinations |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It depends on the students' needs, we do not serve all the same amount of homework |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Specific special learning needs are supported, but we look at it on a case-by-case basis |
| Learning support offered |
We have a Student Needs Facilitator who provides emotional, social and psychological support to students if and when needed |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We provide personalised educaiton, which means that we do not have a one size fits all mentality. Students are constantly challenged and provided tasks, material and roles according to their needs. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We have trial days, where potential new students and their potential teachers and classmates get to meet and interact for a day.
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| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Lessons begin at 08:00. |
| School finish time |
Lessons finish at 13:20. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Students are supervised in the morning from 07:40 until 08:00 and in the afternoon from 13:20 until 14:00. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Outdoor activities, social and board games, gardening, kitchen activities, theatrical activities, experiments, computer lessons |
| Facilities at the school |
Library and I.C.T. lab |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Large multipurpose pitch |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Lighthouse School is a child-centered, progressive primary school created by a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. Its mission is to provide holistic education based on established and successful models used by global leaders in confidence building, creative thinking and academic achievement. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Lighthouse School offers a broad and balanced curriculum using the National Curriculum for England and Scotland. The school has Project Based Learning as its basic teaching approach. We make sure that students get a personalised education based on their academic needs and we do not forget their social and emotional needs. |