Laurus International School of Science: Details and Information

Leaving qualifications		N/A
Language of instruction		English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes	Average	23 students / class
Class sizes	Maximum	25 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus

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This school has more than one campus in Tokyo:

Primary and Secondary School: Ages 6 to 14

Address: Shiba4-1-30, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0014, Japan

Musashi-Shinjo School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: Primo ichibankan 1F, 4chome-24-18, Suenaga, Takatsu-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa-ken 213-0013, Japan

Musashi-Kosugi School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: Park City Musashi-kosugi The Garden Towers WEST 2F W6, 2-228-1 Kosugi-cho,Nakahara-ku,Kawasaki-city,Kanagawa 211-0063

Takanawa School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: Regaro Takanawa 1F, 3-21-7 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0074, Japan

Aoyama School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: 6-13-14, Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan

Shirokanedai School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: 3-4-17 Shirokanedai, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-0071, Japan

Tsukishima School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: 1F Pier West Square, 1-11-8 Tsukuda, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0051, Japan

Jiyugaoka School: Ages 2 to 6

Address: 3F T‘S BRIGHTIA Jiyugaoka, 2-17-12 Midorigaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-0034, Japan

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Nationalities

Number of students	1400
Number of nationalities represented in the school	29
Most common nationality	Japanese
Ratio of local students to international students	70/30

Languages

Native English speaking teachers	Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English	Yes
Additional language classes offered by the school	Japanese

Classroom

Max. number of students per class	25
Average number of students per class	23
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes
Use of technology in the classroom	Yes
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

Academics

External examinations or assessments available	Students participate in the Cambridge Assessment.
Results in these examinations	The school will participate in the first testing period in 2021-2022
Do teachers assign homework to their students?	Yes
Approximate hours of homework given	30 minutes
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation	As the secondary school opened in September 2022, there are no graduates yet, so cannot comment.

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs	Yes
Learning support offered	The school has Learning Support, Language Support and Counselling services available for students.
The school supports gifted, able and talented students	Gifted students get fully supported by advanced programs reflecting their level of achievement.
Student access to education psychologist	An educational psychologist can be recommended should the need arise.

Admissions

Entry evaluation for students	Yes
Brief description of entry evaluation required	Yes, assessment of English and Math level.
Waiting list	Yes
Deadline for registration (new academic year)	We have ongoing enrollment.
Students can join after academic year begins	Yes

School day

School start time	8:30am
School finish time	3:30pm -6pm
Supervised care before/after school	Supervised care is available from 3:30pm -6:00pm
School bus service available	Yes
School provided lunches	Yes
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)	Vegetarian and Alergies
Uniform required	Yes

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered	Students can take part in dance, yoga, animal club, board games and a variety of other clubs.
Sports activities included	Regular PE and Karate
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students	There is a football team.

Facilities

Facilities at the school	Life library, Library, 4 Science labs, Music room, 2 Maker space (Innovation labs), 2 Art rooms
Sports facilities at the school	Gym and Rooftop

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school	Our school is a STEM-based school with a strong focus on science, engineering and technology.
Teaching approach of the school	Our school focused on Inquiry-based and Project-based learning to enhance students understanding of key subject areas. We are constantly striving to make use of modern educational methodologies that are reflective of the best modern teaching practice.