Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
343 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
27 |
| Most common nationality |
Kenyan |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
240:103 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
No |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes through the learning support and English As a Second Language (ESL) teachers. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Turkish, Kiswahili |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
18 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We utilize a variety of learning management software and tools, including Coolsis, IXL, Reading Eggs, Mathletics, Kahoot, and Math Seeds, to support the educational needs of all students and instructors. Students are permitted to bring laptops and tablets (excluding those with SIM card capabilities) to school, provided they use only the school's filtered internet connection to prevent access to harmful websites. Additionally, all our classrooms and labs are outfitted with interactive smart boards to enhance the learning experience. Furthermore, we have three computer labs, each fully equipped with state-of-the-art computers and interactive smart boards. |
| 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 do. We were actually hardly affected by COVID-19 since we had been using Ed-Tech tools all along. That means that all our staff and students were already tech savvy and therefore didn't have a hard time adapting to online learning. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes, Christianity and Islam |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We have both boarding and day school. So for day scholars, the students go home everyday and therefore, they are free to practice their religion whenever and wherever. As for the boarders, they are free to practice their religion in school and they are also allowed to go home every weekend if there is need for spiritual enrichment. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE Cambridge, Btec Pearson's & A Levels Cambridge. |
| Results in these examinations |
Very impressive results have been posted by the students in their final examinations so far. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
30 mins to one hour depending with the age |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
98% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Not at the moment. |
| Learning support offered |
Not in action at the moment |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
At Light International School, we are committed to supporting gifted, able, and talented students through a variety of tailored programs. Our talent nurturing programs provide a platform for students to explore and develop their unique skills and abilities. We also expose them to international competitions, offering valuable opportunities to challenge themselves and gain global recognition. For academically gifted students, we have a specialized pathway aimed at securing placements in Ivy League universities. During their A-Level studies, these students undergo an incubation process, guided by our dedicated careers office, which provides personalized support throughout the application process. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. We have a school psychological counsellor as part of our staff. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The incoming students have to sit for a written evaluation and an oral evaluation. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
September |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
15:05 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes it does provide |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes it does provide |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, rounders, basketball, skating, boxing, taekwondo, table tennis, lawn tennis, chess, dancing, cookery, swimming, music, robotics, board games, athletics |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes students take part in internal and external competitions |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, science labs, computer labs, art room, music room, drama room, auditorium, innovation lab and canteen. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, football turf field, basketball court, volleyball pitch, table tennis, netball pitch and a skating area. |
| Grades/ages available for boarding |
We do not offer boarding |
| Boarding facilities at the school |
N/A |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Light International School is defined by its commitment to academic excellence, personalized learning, and global exposure. Our nurturing environment emphasizes the development of both intellectual and personal skills through innovative teaching and talent programs. We take pride in our strong STEM curriculum, multicultural student body, and exceptional track record in international competitions. Additionally, our career guidance office supports students aspiring to attend prestigious universities like the Ivy League. With a focus on holistic development, we ensure students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The school uses hybrid style of teaching where lecturing is done through class discussion while being complemented with audio visual aid from the smart interactive boards. |