Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as an Additional Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Russian, French, Spanish and German |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
A powerful IT infrastructure is in place to enhance learning. This includes interactive whiteboards in all classes and trolleys of laptops and tablets which are available to be used in various lessons across the curriculum, from Maths and English to STEAM and Music lessons. As part of STEAM learning, children have opportunities to solve problems and to design and build their own working models using technical construction materials including motors, pneumatics, gears and pulleys. Pupils also have opportunities to develop coding skills, brought to life by activities such as constructing and programming robots. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator |
| Learning support offered |
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator who will provide high-quality support to children with specific learning, emotional, behavioural and physical needs. Another duty in this role will be to train colleagues and to quality-assure provision for SEND children in all classes of the Preschool and Primary School. |
| School start time |
8:45 |
| School finish time |
17:00 |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
WIST offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- a full-size indoor gym
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Westminster International School in Tashkent offers the full range of Preschool and Primary classes to children aged 2-11 using an adapted English National Curriculum with an international perspective.. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
WIST's aim is to ensure that all children who undertake their education are not only happy and fulfilled as students, but take these positive qualities and exceptional preparation with them as they embark on university careers and fulfilling employment in the 21st century. |