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American International School No. 125 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon District: Kowloon City Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.ais.edu.hk Head of School: Mr. Cameron Fox Elementary School Principal: Ms. Cami Okubo Middle School Principal: Mr. Zachary Post High School Principal: Mr. Mike Wing Description: Serving families from Hong Kong’s local and expatriate communities since 1986, the American International School (AIS) is a fully accredited, independent, co-educational international school for students from Early Childhood through Grade 12. AIS offers a strong college-preparatory academic programme based on US educational standards supported through international best-practices in teaching. AIS is committed to providing students with a rigorous, well-balanced educational experience that will challenge them academically, stimulate their thinking and provide them with opportunities to grow into confident young men and women, committed to life-long learning and prepared for the responsibilities of global citizenship. School Lunch Available: Yes Scholarships: No Fees: Early Childhood 1 (Half day) HKD$87,000 per annum Early Childhood 2 to Grade 1 Junior HKD$129,800 per annum Grades 1 to 4 HKD$135,680 per annum Grades 5 to 8 HKD$145,960 per annum Grades 9 to 12 HKD$160,200 per annum Accreditations: AIS is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. AIS is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Schools and ERB. Debenture Info: No debenture requirement Admission: Playgroup assessments are offered to Early Childhood 1 to Grade 1 Junior applicants. Individual entrance assessments are offered to G1-12 applicants. Visit www.ais.edu.hk/admissions/applying-to-ais for details. Number of Teachers: 77 Transport: Optional school bus service is available. An independent bus company operates bus routes in key areas throughout Hong Kong. Number of Classrooms: 52 Parents: Active Parent-Teachers’ Association with monthly meetings. Teacher/student ratio: 1:11 University Information: Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, Johns Hopkins University, University of California Berkeley, UCLA, University of Virginia, University of London, Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland), University of Michigan, Rice University, Parsons the New School for Design, Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, University of Toronto, University of Melbourne, Les Roches International School of Hotel Management, HKU and HKUST. Hours: Early Childhood 1 Morning Class Afternoon Class Early Childhood 2 to Grade 12 8-11am 12-3pm 8am-3pm Curriculum: Early Childhood to Grade 12 US Standards-based Curriculum High School. US Advanced Placement Courses and AP CapstoneTM Programme. The academic programme is enriched by a broad and diverse extra-curricular programme, vibrant visual and performing arts, an extensive sports programme at both intra-mural and varsity levels, unique experiential learning opportunities, challenging leadership programmes, dedicated community service, and a schoolwide commitment to supporting student success. Number of Mandarin Teachers: 5 Frequency and Duration of Mandarin Classes: Every other day. Age students begin to learn Mandarin as Second Language: 3 years old Mandarin Curriculum: AP Chinese Other Languages Available: Grade 9 to Grade 12: Mandarin, Spanish and French. Features: External Assessments: MAP tests and PSAT tests are held in each fall and spring; Advanced Placement examinations are held in May for all high school students. AIS is an approved SAT centre. AIS supports a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) policy from Grade 5 through Grade 12. Facilities: Swimming pool, Maker’s Space & Multi-purpose halls, basketball and outdoor courts, global learning gardens, library, art rooms, specialised labs for sciences, IT and arts. iPad, computer stations and MacBook class sets are available in Elementary and Middle School classrooms. E-Library, Mac IT and music labs are built in both Middle and High School with full Wi-Fi through the school. SEN Support: No Uniform: Yes The School Book 2019-2020 107