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The British School of Guangzhou Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) 983-3 Tonghe Road, Baiyun District, Guangzhou 510515 Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.bsg.org.cn 800 Sha Tai Bei Road, TongHe, Bai Yun District, Guangzhou 510515 Tel: [phone] Email: [email protected] www.utahloy.com/gz Head of School: Dr. Michael Wylie Principal: Mr. Mark Thomas Description: Established in 2005 for students aged one to 18, the British School of Guangzhou has gained popular recognition for academic excellence, quickly becoming the largest international school in Guangzhou. As part of Nord Anglia Education, the school benefits daily from a global network of over 50 premium international schools and on-going collaborations with the Juilliard School, New York and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Description: Utahloy International School Guangzhou (UISG) was established in 1997 specifically for expatriate children. It aims to provide a high standard of international education for children aged 2 to 18 years. The school has grown extensively and now caters to more than 800 students from 50 countries. Number of Teachers: 120 Teacher/student ratio: 1:7 Number of Teachers: 200+ Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm Number of Classrooms: 100+ Curriculum: IB Programmes (PYP, MYP and DP). Teacher/student ratio: 1:10 Hours: 8am-4pm Frequency and Duration of Mandarin Classes: 1 hour lessons, 3 times per week. Curriculum: National Curriculum of England & Wales (ENC) Other Languages Available: Korean, Japanese, French and German. Number of Mandarin Teachers: 16 Features: The school has become known for its stimulating, supportive, caring environment. Located on the edge of a beautiful lake, nestled into forested hillsides it is only 20 minutes from the centre of Guangzhou. Most classrooms and outdoor areas overlook the lake. The School has spacious and attractive grounds, creating a healthy, safe and pleasant environment for students. Age students begin to learn Mandarin as Second Language: 2 years old Mandarin Curriculum: Two streams: Chinese as a Foreign Language (CFL) and Chinese as an Additional Language (CAL). Features: Lakeside Location 30 minutes from the centre of Guangzhou, the school offers international families living in Guangzhou world-class education and a clear path to the world’s top universities. Facilities: Wide range of facilities including multi-function hall, playground, sports field, hall, library and computer rooms, art and technology rooms. Uniform: Yes Facilities: Extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, age- appropriate libraries, all year swimming, professional theatre and dance studios, outdoor amphitheatre, recording studio/music suites, tennis courts, climbing walls, an adventure playground plus suitable outdoor play and social areas designed by teachers set out over a 40,000m2 green field campus. School Lunch Available: Yes Accreditations: Nord Anglia Education (NAE), Council of International Schools (CIS), Federation of British Schools in Asia (FOBISIA), Association of China & Mongolia International Schools (ACAMIS) and the Chinese Ministry of Education. Fees: (2018-19) Kindergarten Years 1-6 Years 7-12 Inspection: Council of International Schools & Nord Anglia Education. Admission: Once a completed application form and necessary documents have been received, applicants are screened by admissions staff for acceptance and for grade-level placement. Once a place becomes available for your child, you will be sent an offer letter. Fees: RMB 150,000-RMB 300,000 Admission: International passport holders only (includes Hong Kong and Macau). Students are assessed prior to entry to establish ability to successfully access the curriculum within the correct year group. Depending on the age of the student, assessments are based on interviews, in-class assessments and/or Oxford placement tests. Transport: Comprehensive private bus service available. Parents: Parent Support Groups (PSGs) are in place and an established feedback programme that includes annual surveys for both parents and students in all year groups. Accreditations: UISG is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It is also authorised by the International Baccalaureate to provide the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. RMB 123,840-171,840 RMB 171,840-189,120 RMB 189,120-219,840 Transport: School bus services are available. Parents: The school has an active PTA. University Information: Comprehensive University counselling is provided to students aspiring to attend colleges and universities all over the world. UISG is a SAT examination centre and we provide PSAT and SAT registration and examinations, as well as assistance with the college application process. Students will be provided with regular opportunities and exposure to meet with University admissions representatives, to understand expectations and career opportunities. University Information: In 2018, 50% of graduates gained places at the world’s top 100 universities. Destinations chosen include the UK, USA, Australia, Korean, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Switzerland and The Netherlands. The School Book 2019-2020 161