Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
40+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
Saudi Arabian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
100% International |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer ELL Support |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin |
| Max. number of students per class |
22 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
We have ELL Teachers for language support, and part-time classroom assistants for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 1 students. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Students in G4-G9 have their own devices (personal), PK-G3 students have access to tablets and desktop devices at school. Students regularly use school-provided software and website subscriptions. |
| 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) |
Not currently offering, but available in times of need. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No - our curriculum is secular, but we respect the cultural and religious differences of our students and try our best to meet their needs. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
As one example, our lunch menu is entirely halal. Three different bathroom styles accommodated. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Students write the British Columbia G4 and G7 Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA). All students in Grade 1 - 9 write the HSK or YCT Mandarin Exams. Students sometimes participate in external competitions such as speech competitions, mathematics competitions, etc. |
| Results in these examinations |
Meeting or Exceeding Expectations |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, it varies by grade level but our school prioritizes active, cooperative learning - which happens during school hours. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
It varies by grade level. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Students finish our school in Grade 9 and continue their High School education in many different international settings. Our students are prepared for higher education and are often enrolled in Top 100 Universities. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No but our teachers differentiate instruction and work collaboratively with administration to support student learning. |
| Learning support offered |
Additional time for assessments, modification to learning expectations, etc. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Enrichment projects and activities, sometimes advanced placement in our school. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes - with the school's Principal |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Three-part English assessment including an interview, two reading passages and a writing assessment. |
| Waiting list |
Not currently. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Flexible Registration Dates |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:40 am |
| School finish time |
3:45 pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, supervision begins at 8 am. There is no after-school supervision. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, it is included in the fees. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we try our best to accommodate the needs of students. Vegan and vegetarian options when needed. Entirely halal. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Varies throughout the year, including academic, athletics, and arts options. Many different offerings. We have an on-site ice skating and curling rink available to our students. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical Education is one of eight subject areas for all grades. Sports and physical activities vary throughout the year depending on the class. Intramural sports also take place. Currently no athletic teams. No swimming pool at the school but one nearby that our students get access to. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Not at the present time but exploring cross-school opportunities. |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Multimedia Room / Theatre, Primary (K-3) Computer Lab, Science Lab, Art Studio, STEM Lab, Foods (Cooking) Lab, Music Room, Drama Room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-court Indoor Gymnasium, Outdoor Basketball Courts, Soccer Field with Track, Ice Skating Rink, Curling Rink |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
At Maple Leaf Foreign Nationals School – Wuhan our mission is to blend the best of the East and the West to provide an excellent education program that prepares students for success in the international world of tomorrow. The school offers a British Columbia -certified K-9 program, taught by BC-certified teachers, as well as a Pre-Kindergarten program. The school is also accredited by Cognia. The school is a multicultural learning environment with English as the primary language of instruction. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Maple Leaf Foreign Nationals' School - Wuhan emphasizes three "Core Competencies" - Communication, Thinking, and Personal and Social Responsibility. These are embedded in the learning opportunities for all students. Additionally, the school provides active learning opportunities for students including collaborative group work and inquiry projects. Students in all grades explore the use of technology used for learning, and students have a chance to connect with each other in a digital environment. |