International School of EstoniaThe International School of Estonia (ISE) opened in September of 1995 with 22 students and has grown to approximately 100 students. It includes a Preschool section (ages three and four), Reception, and grades 1 to 12. The school is operated as a non-profit foundation run by a Board of Directors which is elected by the parent body. The school is fully recognized by the government of the Republic of Estonia. The ISE was recently authorized as an IB MYP school. The comprehensive academic program at International School of Estonia (ISE) is based on Anglo-American standards. The current curriculum includes English, ESL, mathematics, science, social studies, computer technology, art, music, foreign languages (French and German), Estonian, library skills, intensive Estonian (for Estonian passport holders) and physical education. Upper level classes also take world history, cultural history. The library is viewed as a significant learning resource center, and currently holds 6, 000 volumes. The International School of Estonia (ISE) faculty is composed of highly qualified and certified educators, some with advanced degrees and experience from around the world. The school recognizes the teaching of English as a Second Language as an integral part of all teachers' responsibilities. The International School of Estonia (ISE) moved, in summer 2000, to a large building which provides a gymnasium, cafeteria, eighteen station computer room, newly equipped laboratory, and is surrounded by ample outdoor playing areas. All students have access to hot lunches at a reasonable rate. The student body at International School of Estonia (ISE) is drawn primarily from Scandinavian, Western European, and North American families who are in Estonia for business or diplomatic assignments. Admission is open to all students of appropriate age, without regard to race, nationality, religion, or first language, who could benefit from the education offered, and for whom the school can provide a suitable education. International School of Estonia (ISE) is in session for 180 days from late August to June. The school day extends from 08: 45 to 15: 15. There is an optional after-school activity program.School Summary: National, IB, curricula. 110 students, 3-19 yrs Address: MTU IEAE, Juhkentali 18, Tallinn, 10132, Estonia Tel: (+372) 660 6072 Fax: (+372) 660 6128 iese@online.ee http: //www.online.ee/~iese | ||||||||||||||||||
