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Number of students |
6000 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
41 |
Most common nationality |
Saudi Arabia |
Ratio of local students to international students |
60% |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic
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Max. number of students per class |
24 |
Average number of students per class |
21 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
All Classes covered by Smart-board and LMS |
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? |
Yes
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External examinations or assessments available |
SAT practice tests |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
1005 |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Al-Forsan does accept students who are able to work towards the successful
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Learning support offered |
FIS provides a limited resource program for students requiring additional support in
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Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
MAP Test |
Waiting list |
Yes |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
September 1st |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
7:10 am |
School finish time |
KG1 and KG2: 12:00 am
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Supervised care before/after school |
No |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
No |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers many clubs and activities. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
Playground
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Al-Forsan International School is unique in the international Education and
Al-Forsan International School inspires, challenges and empowers students to realize their unique potential: academically, intellectually, socially, ethically, and
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Teaching approach of the school |
Al-Forsan's educational philosophy:
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