Playtimes HK Magazine The School Book 2019-2020 | Page 54

Montessori for Children Nursery Norwegian International School Kindergarten House A, Phoenix Garden, RBL 1033, Tai Tam Village, Stanley District: Southern Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.montessori.edu.sg 175 Kwong Fuk Rd, Tai Po District: Tai Po Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.nis.edu.hk Principal: Ms. Chiara de Silva Principal: Ms Bonnie Chan Head of Kindergarten: Ms Lisa Husmann Description: Friendly, nurturing, bilingual Montessori School with a culturally integrated environment. Our aim is to offer areas of work to fulfil every child’s social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs based on the Montessori principals. Children of mixed age group participate in this programme. Number of Classrooms: 2 Description: Founded in 1984, Norwegian International School is an international kindergarten and primary school located in Tai Po, with a family- like Christian environment and a close-knit community. Its kindergarten campus is located in a heritage building furnished with a spacious woodland playground. NIS provides strong pastoral care to its students, laying the foundation for achieving academic and personal goals. NIS also offers a playgroup for children aged 18-32 months and their caregivers. Teacher/student ratio: 1:14 Number of Teachers: 4 teachers, 3 Educational Assistants Hours: 8.30-11:30am, 12.30-3:30pm Number of Classrooms: 4 Curriculum: Montessori. Teacher/student ratio: 1:9.5 Number of Mandarin Teachers: 2 Hours: Morning Class Afternoon Class Number of Teachers: 5 Frequency and Duration of Mandarin Classes: Bilingual classes throughout the day. 8:45-11:45am 12:30-3:30pm Curriculum: International Early Years Curriculum Age students begin to learn Mandarin as Second Language: 2 years old Number of Mandarin Teachers: 1 Teacher Facilities: Fully equipped Montessori class rooms, playground, garden area. Frequency and Duration of Mandarin Classes: Daily Mandarin lessons Accreditations: Association Montessori International (AMI). Age students begin to learn Mandarin as Second Language: 3 years old Inspection: Hong Kong Education Bureau. Fees: HKD$40,640 per term. Mandarin Curriculum: Our Chinese Studies programme has been developed in line with best international practices. Admission: Placements are offered on application number basis when vacancies are available. Features: Quality education in a caring environment; close-knit, supportive community. Facilities: Peaceful, green location in Tai Po, one of the largest outdoor play areas of any kindergarten in Hong Kong. School Lunch Available: No Fees: HKD$63,400 per year Admission: Application forms and details of procedure available on school website. NIS practices a rolling admissions process throughout the year based on age, availability of spaces, and play-based assessment. We welcome all interested families to book a School Tour via our website. Parents: The school has an active and involved Parent Teacher Association. Where Students Go To Primary School: A member of the Generations Christian Education family of Schools, alumni of Norwegian International School (Kindergarten) have a priority in admission to Island Christian Academy and Norwegian International School (Primary). 52 www.playtimes.com.hk