Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
400 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
Indonesian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
7:1 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Indonesian, Spanish, French |
| Max. number of students per class |
21 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Inquiry and project-based learning. Simulations, presentations and interactive learning. |
| 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? |
We are a non-denominational school. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge Checkpoint, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
IB Diploma 100% pass rate
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Lower Primary - 20 Minutes (Reading, Vocabulary & Numeracy)
Students also have semester projects that they work on progressively over a period of weeks. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
ESOL support. Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and other mild to moderate learning needs are provided with learning support in the form of shadow teachers and with additional support from subject teachers. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Extension tasks are provided. The school also provides co-curricular clubs and opportunities to participate in local, national and international competitions. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview with Head of School. Trial days with observations. Where deemed necessary, screening tests used. These are not for exclusion purposes, but rather to assess if additional support is required for English or Mathematics. SEN Assessment where necessary. |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Open enrolment throughout the year |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
07:45 |
| School finish time |
Pre-school - 111:45 to 13:00 (depending on grade level)
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes. Meals are available to purchase in the cafeteria. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. Students can also bring their own food to school. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Art and craft, music, football, robotics, dance, English book club, Chinese art, badminton, board games, fabric decorating, cooking, basketball, cross stitching, photography, volleyball, dance, athletics, tennis, rugby, swimming |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education includes: gymnastics, yoga, athletics, football, volleyball, basketball, evasion games, aerobics, zumba, tennis, rugby, cricket |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-purpose hall, football pitch, volleyball court, multipurpose court (basketball, tennis, futsal) |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
SIS Medan delivers a rigorous and engaging academic program that inspires children to learn, while developing 21st Century skills that will prepare them to contribute positively to the communities in which they live as future leaders and innovators. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We apply active learning, which is student-centered and focused on learning through doing. As far as is possible students are provided with practical learning activities and opportunities to apply their learning in real life situations. Project-based and inquiry-based learning are at the core of our approach. Students also do several group tasks to encourage and develop communication, cooperation and collaboration. We also have a strong focus on community, responsible citizenship and protection of the environment. Learning journeys provide opportunities for students to explore the world they live in and to apply their knowledge towards creative solutions to local and global problems. Service learning is embedded in our program from Preschool to Junior College. |