Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
425 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
Japanese |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
90：10 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
We have both native and fluent English speaking teachers. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer extra classes for extra English support in both the Preschool and Elementary school. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Japanese |
| Max. number of students per class |
The Maximum amount of students in our Elementary school are 15 students with one teacher. Upper Grades can range from 15-22 students with Homeroom teacher and a teaching assistant. |
| Average number of students per class |
10 or 11 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
When the classroom is bigger than 15 students, we hire teaching assistants. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We have smartboards and iPads as teaching tools. |
| 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 our school is ready to use these technologies. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Our school does not practice religion. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Our students complete the ISA examination in Grades 3-6. |
| Results in these examinations |
In general, our students perform above well above the average of like schools. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
The suggested amount of time is dependent on Grade level and increases with age. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We offer AES classes to students after school |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
Yes for the preschool |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Applications for the new school year in April open from September the previous year. For joining partway through the school year, please consult with the office staff at the relevant campus. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Students most frequently join at the start of the school year in April, or at the beginning of a new trimester. However, if there are vacancies in the class, entry from the beginning of any month is also possible. |
| School start time |
Elementary school: 8:30 |
| School finish time |
Elementary school: 15:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Ballet, soccer, calligraphy, gymnastics, dance, piano. |
| Sports activities included |
P.E. and Swimming pool |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, IT Room, Science and Art Rooms |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
UPBEAT International School provides a holistic education for Global Citizens to develop high standards in English comprehension level and linguistic ability. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
As an authorized IB World School of the PYP education, UIS provideS cross-cultural understanding and tolerance. Through a continuum education from preschool to primary school (age 57 days-12 years old), UIS enables its students to intuitively think from various perspectives and delve into topics by means of a transdisciplinary education. UIS strives to develop students’ intellect, expressiveness, capacity for ethics, and research capability. |