Welcome to KC Academy, International Primary School
2 Presentation Agenda 1. Why is KC Academy the Right Choice for Your Child? 2. Educational Philosophies 3. Academic Overview 4. Upcoming Changes for 2019/2020
3 Why is Kid Castle Academy the Right Choice for Your Primary Student?
4 Fact #1: KC Academy International School is the only primary school located in Nha Trang that is owned and operated by professional educators This ensures that student success and enrichment is valued above all else Fact #2: KC Academy is the only primary school located in Nha Trang employing all native English speaking instructors and offer 100% English immersion
5 Fact #3: KC Academy is also the only primary school located in Nha Trang that meets the North American requirements for subject hours per week as well as yearly student contact hours
6 Weekly Academic Timetable CONTENT AREA HOURS PER WEEK English Language Arts ( ELA) 10 Mathematics 5 Science/ Social Studies 5 Physical Education 2 Arts 2 Special Electives 2
7 Fact #4: We provide 1 teacher per grade level Fact #5: We provide on average, a 1: 12 teacher to student ratio in each classroom
8 Fact #6: All of our native speaking English instructors are fully qualified educators and have obtained the necessary certifications from their home countries of Canada, United States, Australia, and England
9 Fact #7: Kid Castle primary educators remain employed at our school for a minimum of 2 years. We have a VERY low teacher turn over rate. Our teachers do not leave employment early , in the middle of the school year . We have zero history of replacing teachers each school year . This consistency, professionalism and dedication in our staff proves best for the overall learning environment of your child; fostering trust and rapport between educators and students.
10 Kid Castle’s Educational Philosophies
11 What is Student-Centered Learning? Collaborative, interactive learning environment Students play the primary role within their educational journey , teachers act as guides Addresses the social, physical, emotional as well as specific cultural needs of each student in full support of their academic welfare Provides student choice , fostering creativity, developing independent mindsets and problem-solving abilities; all the while creating differentiated instruction based upon individual student abilities
12 Hands-on Learning at Every Age !
13 Emphasizing the Positive Student of the Week! Celebrating Success!
14 Academic Events! 2 nd Annual Spelling Bee!
15 Studen t Art Show at Ana Marina
16 Outside Excursions! Culinary Classes! Glass blowing demonstration !
17 Located 1 block away from private, An Vien Beach
18 Cultural Celebrations
Extra-Curricular 19 Activities FREE Weekly Friday Afternoon Yoga class Soccer Camp
20 Adding new events yearly!
21 Student Performances Christmas and End of Year Shows at the Sheraton!
Focus on Real- World 22 Issues Anti-Bullying, Kindness Workshops
23 Community Helpers! #trashtag Cleanup Challenge!
24 Student- Led Initiatives
Supporting Local 25 Charities! Pancake Breakfast and Fun 1k Run Fundraiser
26 Visiting Local Orphanage
27 Academic Overview Kid Castle follows the K-6 American curriculum framework aligned with the Common Core standards The Common Core is a set of high- quality academic standards These learning goals outline what a student should know and be able to do independently at the end of each grade level
28 Academic Overview Important reminder: Kid Castle is not an English language learning center but an educational facility providing full academic criteria required for students ages 5-12 *We go above and beyond to support our language learners , offering ESL classes *Ask about after school tutoring sessions
29 Evaluations and Assessments Assessments exist in order to monitor, reflect upon and improve student progress and teaching practices Students will be formally assessed 3 times per year
30 Photos of evaluation, assessment
31 Progress Report Evaluatio n
32 Communication is Key! Kid Castle utilizes an online application which allows parents instant visual access and real-time communication to receive : - Weekly classroom agendas and learning objectives - Classroom assignments and projects - Updates on student academic and behavioral performance - All school related announcements - Virtual student portfolios - Translation tool
33 Workshop Model
34 Online Reading Program We utilize an award-winning online reading program, Reading A to Z, which provides countless resources for all age and ability levels. This program provides extensive auditory and visual experiences Especially beneficial for English language learners and beginner readers
35 Exciting Changes for the Upcoming 2019/2020 School Year
36 #1 : Expansion of our Upper Primary School , Kid Castle Academy • As our student population grows, so do our facilities and our staff! • Complete separation of preschool/ kindergarten and primary campuses
37 #2 : New Textbooks Updated math and grammar texts
38 #3: Addition of Grade 7 Class! We are always adapting to our students' needs!
In Conclusion… 39 THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND FOR CONSIDERING KID CASTLE AS YOUR EDUCATION PROVIDER! If you need any further information please send email inquires to: kidcastlevietnam@gmail.com School visits by appointment only: 01675997986 (ENG) 02586251636 (VN)
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