RBIS:FAQS

School Hours

Half day program is 8:00 AM to 12:15 noon(after lunch) and full day program is 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM. Toddler class is only for half day program; Early Year, Preschool and Pre-kindergarten students can choose either half day program or full day program; Kindergarten and Elementary class is full day program.

Class Size

Toddler maximum takes twelve students each class with one head teacher and one assistant teacher;

Early Year, Preschool, Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten maximum takes sixteen students each class with one head teacher and one assistant teacher;

Elementary class maximum takes eighteen students with one head teacher and one assistant teacher.

Do you provide lunch and snacks?

The student kitchen prepares morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack for RBIS students. No extra charge on meals at the school. The school menu is available on the school website. Students are allowed to bring their own snack box or lunch box if they have particular favor.

Do you have after school acticity?

Students at RBIS have the opportunity to enhance their academic experience by enrolling in after school courses. Programs are offered each term and run for ten weeks. Courses cover a variety of topics, some of which are culinary arts, fine arts, drama, and sports. Enrollment information forms are distributed in September and January.

Do you have foreign language lessons in the school?

The recognition of a student’s native language creates a school climate that promotes diversity and multicultural awareness. Within our school community many languages exist, and students are welcome to share this unique aspect of their culture.

RBIS offers an English language immersion program. All instruction—with the exception of Chinese classes—is conducted in English. While students are required to speak English during formal instruction, there are opportunities throughout the year for students to express themselves using their native language. When appropriate, teachers may integrate students’ language in learning activities and encourage children to compare the languages and the cultures that are associated with them.

Supportive language learning environments are print-rich, and teachers promote English language development by creating lessons that are supportive of each student’s English level. The use of visuals, clear instruction, positive dialog, and guided interactions between peers allow students to gain confidence and understanding of the English language.