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Nationalities
| Number of students |
150 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
More than 10 |
| Most common nationality |
Kenyan |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
5:2 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, Swahili |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
12 in Pre primary and Primary. 15 in Lower Secondary and 20 in Upper Secondary. |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes in the case of pre-primary |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Implementing the use of eLearning platforms |
| 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, we are multicultural and religiously diverse so all religions are respected and religious practices honoured and no single one is given preference. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
Pearson Edexcel Examinations in Year 6 (iPrimary Exams), Year 9(iSecondary Exams), Year 11(O Level IGCSE exams), Year 12 and 13 (IAL A Level Exams) |
| Results in these examinations |
100% pass rates in all subjects
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
45 minutes to 1 hour |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Through additional challenges and competitions, providing platforms where students can hone their skills and talents and showcase them on a global platform. Participating in competitions such as the Kenya Orchid Society National Art Competition, the Pearson International Writing Competition, the Kenya Wildlife Art and Writing National Campaign, the Omonetashi International Art Competition, etc |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entrance tests in Mathematics and English Language |
| Waiting list |
For some classes, yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August 20 |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8 00am |
| School finish time |
3 00pm |
| 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
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Rollerblading and Roller Hockey, Chess, Archery, Bead Work, Arts and Crafts, Swimming, Soccer, Music, STEM and Robotics, 3D Design and 3D Printing, Public Speaking and Debate, Dance and Fitness,LAMDA, Drama, Martial Arts, Coding, and Soccer |
| Sports activities included |
Soccer, Basketball, Table Tennis, Swimming, Volleyball |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science Laboratories, Media Room, ICT lab, Art Room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Soccer field, volleyball grounds, basketball arena |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are an Award-Winning Great Places to School - a bona fide institution that provides a loving and familial environment that is rich in diversity, compassion and scruples. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Enquiry based employing active learning techniques. |