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Light International School Mombasa

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CityMombasa
CurriculumBritish
Leaving qualificationsIGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 1 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications IGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC
Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average 18 students / class
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: Shilling213,000
to: Shilling1,105,000
Address: P.O. BOX 1835-80100 Nyali, Mombasa, Kenya
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Nationalities

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

Languages

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

Classroom

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.

Academics

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%

Student support

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.

Admissions

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 day

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

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

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.

Boarding

Grades/ages available for boarding

We do not offer boarding

Boarding facilities at the school

N/A

About the school

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.

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