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NINGBO
School of the Nations International School of Ningbo
Rua Do Minho, Taipa
Tel: +853 2870 1759
Email: [email protected]
www.schoolofthenations.com 377 Jiangbei Road, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, 315033
Tel: +86 0574 8756 4023
Email: [email protected]
www.isningbo.com
Principal: Vivek Nair Head of School: Cavon Ahangarzadeh
Description: We educate students from Kindergarten through Secondary,
employing curricula that develop character and build capacity for service
while promoting academic excellence, along with internationally recognised
programmes such as IB and IGCSE. The curricula employed are based on
the requirement of Macau’s local education system. The school seeks to
contribute to the development of Macau through engagement with the
broader community, including school exchanges, seminars and the service
of its teachers and students. Number of Teachers: 100+ Description: We are an American international school located in city of
Ningbo, situated in the most dynamic country in the world - China. This
unique educational setting presents unparalleled learning opportunities
for our students. Within this context, students are engaged in a research
based, college preparatory, American international curriculum delivered by
highly qualified, kind and caring teachers. At ISN we expect our students
to be, “strong in academics and strong in character”. Through our school‘s
virtues enhancement programme, known as Tribes, students put into
practice the virtues, traits and characteristics that will enable them to
succeed and lead as global citizens in society.
Number of Classrooms: 30 Number of Teachers: 30
Teacher/student ratio: 1:6 Curriculum: We implement an internationally recognised Birth to Grade 12
American curriculum. English Language Learners Programme.
Hours:
Kindergarten 8am-2:30pm
Primary 8am-3:15pm
Secondary 8am-4:15pm
Curriculum: Kindergarten and Primary students will learn school based
curriculum while Secondary students will study IGCSE and IB curriculum.
Number of Mandarin Teachers: 17
Frequency and Duration of Mandarin Classes: Daily
Age students begin to learn Mandarin as Second Language: 3 years old
Number of Mandarin Teachers: 8
Other Languages Available: Spanish
Facilities: Classrooms are modern, bright and situated within an open
floor plan. ISN students have access to a professionally staffed library, a
dance studio, art classrooms, and multipurpose auditorium. Tennis courts,
basketball, volleyball, a full sized soccer field and track are available for
student use during the school‘s Physical Education courses, recesses
and within After School Activities (ASAs). Modern playground equipment
is accessible to students during scheduled recesses and breaks. ISN‘s
campus is located with a walled campus monitored by security and 24 hour
camera monitoring.
Mandarin Curriculum: School-based curriculum
School Lunch Available: Yes
Features: Bilingual environment
Facilities: Labs, library, auditorium, indoor gym and roof top outdoor
soccer field and basketball court, drama/music room.
SEN Support: Our programme includes pull out or inclusive support with
academics or behaviours as defined within a student’s Individual Education
Plan. All of our plans are developed through consultation with teachers and
parents so as to best support students’ needs. Our Special Ed programme
is very dedicated to providing quality services to children within the
capacities and resources we have available.
Uniform: Yes
Scholarships: Yes.
Accreditations: IGCSE and IBDP
Fees: MOP 33,400-MOP 52,100 per semester (half year)
Admission: Application submission, entrance assessment and interview.
University Information: We provide comprehensive university and career
guidance, with the goal of helping each School of the Nations graduate find
the right university option for him or her. Parents of any Secondary student
are welcome to schedule meetings with the University Guidance Counsellor.
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Transport: International School of Ningbo provides daily bus service for
Pre-K through grade 12 students.
Parents: The parents or guardians of every student in the school are
automatically members of the PFA. The board works in partnership with
the school‘s administration to support the growth and continues success of
International School of Ningbo