Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
190 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
37 |
| Most common nationality |
Korean |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1/10 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer EAL (English as an Additional Language) |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Czech, Spanish, German, Korean |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
When needed, students have access to the school's Google Suite for Education, as well as specialised programs for subjects including Digital Design, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc... |
| 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 believe that Concurrent Teaching, meaning lessons that are held in-school and simultaneously streamed on-line, will form an important part of the future of teaching and learning. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We have an open policy concerning religious and philosophical beliefs. Everyone has the right to practice what they believe. Proselytizing is not allowed. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
International Baccalaureate Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
Above the world average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It depends on the task and whether it should be done collaboratively or individually, if it is a summative task or formative, etc... |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
99% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes. We have SWBS (Student Wellbeing Services). |
| Learning support offered |
The majority of new students require support in English as an Additional Language. Staff with SEN training work with parents, students, and other staff to implement individualised learning programs for learners needing light support. The school is not equipped to work with children with severe learning difficulties, but is open to helping parents find specialist solutions in the Ostrava area. The Student Wellbeing Services Coordinated is a qualified school psychologist. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Differentiated teaching and learning within the classroom, including more challenging tasks, encouragement to help lead other students, the possibility of attending specialised lessons, or special consultations with school staff or other specialists. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. We have a full-time school psychologist. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
As part of the application process, parents are required to fill out a brief questionnaire and define any known educational support needs. Any concerns are flagged for further discussion. We do not have entrance examinations. Rather, upon arrival in Ostrava, registered students complete placement tests in English and Mathematics. |
| Waiting list |
Depending on the class. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. We accept school registration year-round. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. |
| School start time |
Regular lessons begin at 8:30am. In some subject areas, lessons may begin at 7:40am. |
| School finish time |
Regular lessons end at 2:45pm at Early Years and Primary, and 3:30pm at Secondary. Extra lessons, Clubs and other activities may continue until 5:10pm. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No. |
| School bus service available |
No. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
School meals have a vegetarian alternative. |
| Uniform required |
In the Early Years and Primary Schools |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Early Years: Drama Club, Little Artists Club, Zumba Club, Robotics Club
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| Sports activities included |
Yoga, basketball, volleyball, football, handball, ultimate frisbee, badminton, gymnastics, aerobics, fitness training, obstacle races, dodgeball, athletics and more… |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Occasional swimming and basketball invitationals. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Fully equipped gym, 2 ballet rooms, access to swimming pool, outdoor track, large municipal park. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
TOIS is a close-knit community. As the only IB Continuum School in the Czech Republic, offering IB Primary, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes for children aged 3-18, we put a strong emphasis on the IB Learner Profile, and on our Mission: Discover. Connect, Achieve. When surveyed, our kids tell us that they like to explore their passions and the world more deeply, work together, help each other, and make stuff. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The Mission of TOIS is to create a safe supportive atmosphere where all learners feel open to discovery, interested in making connections, and motivated to experiment and achieve goals they care about. |
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