Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
250 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
| Most common nationality |
Dutch, American, Brazilian, Indian, Korean |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
30:70 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Dutch & Spanish |
| 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 |
Foundation Stage: Our youngest students are gently introduced to technology through the use of interactive screens in the classrooms, as well as the opportunity to use iPads in the classroom and STEAM maker space with BeeBots and CodaPillars! Primary School: Primary students are introduced to online learning and computer based coding activities. Students have access to both a mobile laptop cart and a mobile iPad cart, and upper Primary students begin to use word processing and internet-based research. Secondary School: All students from Years 7 to 13 receive an Apple MacBook Air. Teachers and students are collaborating and sharing using Google Apps for education, along with a host of other digital learning services. |
| 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) |
Our students benefit from seamless, high-quality learning whether our campus is open or closed. If at any moment our campus has to close, thanks to our safe and secure virtual school platform, we are ready and equipped to continue inspiring your child with innovative lessons, unique learning opportunities and high-quality teaching as part of our blended learning approach. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Not formally - that's a personal choice. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Diversity is celebrated. Students are encouraged to celebrate and explain their religious holidays with the rest of the class. Our students enjoy learning from each other. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma Programme and MAP testing |
| Results in these examinations |
33 is the 5-year average IB score at NAISR |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
A rough guideline for homework is the Year level, minus 1, multiplied by 10. For example, a student in Year 7 should spend (on average) approximately 60 minutes daily on homework for all classes. This means that if a student has homework in 4 subject areas, he/she shouldn’t spend longer than approximately 15 minutes on homework for each subject. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
80% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, limited. |
| Learning support offered |
The Learning Support Program is designed to assist in developing the academic, behavioural and social development of students identified as in need of extra support. The Learning Support Program will provide a continuum of services, from consultation to individualised instruction. Each student’s level of need will be determined by a collective assessment of the Student Services Team which is comprised of the Head of Learning Support, principals, teachers, parents and/or other related personnel. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We personalise the learning at NAISR to support gifted students who require an accelerated programme. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, if required - it would be an external service. We do have a Wellbeing lead who is available daily - to support where necessary as well as a social worker who consults with the school when necessary. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, we do a CAT test and interviews. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Each student's academic records are reviewed, then students are interviewed by our Head of School. Further academic testing can be conducted depending on the Head of School's decision. |
| Waiting list |
No, except in some year groups. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept students at any point during the year |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, students can join at any point during the year, we call that "rolling admissions" to accommodate expat and sudden international transfers. |
| School start time |
08:10 |
| School finish time |
15:05 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, both. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes - we have a "gold standard" catering company who provides food for our students and staff at lunch time. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes - we can cater for all diets, also for certain allergies. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Orchestra, instrument practice, sports (volleyball, football, basketball) STEAM club, art and crafts, chess, many more after school activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Basketball, Football, Volleyball, and many more. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. We are a competitive member of NECIS tournaments. We host and travel to other schools in order to compete in tournaments. |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Science Labs, STEAM room, Music Rooms, Stage |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Large sports hall, large playground, playing fields, stage, performance spaces, STEAM lab, Science labs, large classrooms, dedicated music rooms |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
To shape a generation of creative and resilient global citizens - a generation that will change our world for the better. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We open doors to learning and provide life-changing experiences that inspire and enable every child to flourish, now and in their future lives. |
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