Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
700 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
25 |
Most common nationality |
Myanmar |
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 |
Myanmar, Spanish, Chinese, Korean |
Max. number of students per class |
20 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
MIS is committed to improving its ICT infrastructure, and as such as has seen the recent purchase of 40+ new entry-level laptops for student use.
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External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Admission for the Early Years (Nursery and Kindergarten) will be based exclusively on the age of the child and the school assessment. Admission to Years 1 through 11 will be based on MIS placement examinations in English and Mathematics and personal evaluation of each child by the Primary or Secondary Principal including the records from the previous school and additional documentation when necessary.
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School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Board games, modern dance, glee club, speed typing, card making |
Sports facilities at the school |
- Covered court for basketball, volleyball and badminton
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Myanmar International School offers a broad and balanced curriculum, Nursery - Year 13, modeled on the internationally recognized educational programs developed by Cambridge International Education (UK). |
Teaching approach of the school |
MIS believes that all children are special and possess unique skills and abilities. MIS offers an education in a positive, diverse, and secure learning environment. MIS supports creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning in order to bring out the best in every child. By integrating local values with global perspective, MIS prepares its students to successfully meet 21st century challenges. |