Inaugurada en 1991, Rainbow International School Uganda ha crecido hasta convertirse en una escuela de más de 550 estudiantes, ofreciendo un currículo inglés completo en las cinco etapas clave, desde la Etapa Inicial hasta el nivel preuniversitario. RISU es una escuela coeducativa y multicultural, con estudiantes de alrededor de sesenta nacionalidades.
Admissions
Admissions Process
1Submit application with child's previous educational background
2Interview with head teacher or deputy head
3Placement decision in year group based on age (exceptional cases may vary)
Los estudiantes pueden incorporarse después de comenzado el año académico
Sí
Breve descripción de la evaluación de ingreso requerida
All applicants are normally interviewed by the head teacher or deputy head before the offer of a place and their decision regarding placement of a child will be final. All students who are admitted from KS2 onwards are required to sit for the CAT 4 entrance exam.
Alternativas alimentarias para necesidades dietéticas especiales (vegano, kosher, halal, etc.)
Sí
Uniforme obligatorio
Sí
Cuidado supervisado antes/después del horario escolar
In the morning the students are supervised by the assistants and in the evening school has a late room facility.
Aula
Número promedio de estudiantes por clase
20
¿El colegio emplea auxiliares docentes?
Sí
¿Los estudiantes practican alguna religión en el colegio? ¿Cuál?
No
Número máximo de estudiantes por clase
In the primary school, the maximum class size is 24 with a 1:12 ratio. For the youngest children in the Early Years Unit, the adult child ratio is 1:6. The maximum class size is 26 students in the secondary school, with smaller group sizes for many IGSCE and A Level classes.
Uso de tecnología en el aula
Google Classroom is utilized for classwork and homework distribution and submission. From Year 10 all students are required to bring their devices to school, and iPads are provided for those who don't have their own. Additionally, each classroom is equipped with Smart devices.
¿Está preparado el colegio para usar aulas virtuales cuando sea necesario? (por ejemplo, clases en línea si el colegio cierra, como durante el COVID-19)
Yes, we use Google Classroom, Zoom, and Google Meet. During COVID we transitioned from in-person to Google Classroom as we were fully equipped.
Alumnado
Número de estudiantes
550
Número de nacionalidades representadas en el colegio
60
Nacionalidad más común
Ugandan
Proporción de estudiantes locales frente a internacionales
50% local: 50% international
Actividades Extraescolares
Actividades extracurriculares o clubes ofrecidos
RISU offers Brownies, Music, Sports, Languages, Pottery, Art, and many other clubs and activities.
Equipos deportivos o competencias disponibles para los estudiantes
Yes. The school is a member of ISSAK
Instalaciones
Instalaciones del colegio
We have two libraries, four Science labs, four Computer labs, a Food and Nutrition lab, Three Music rooms, and one Drama room
Instalaciones deportivas del colegio
Two football pitches, Two indoor basketball courts, a Volleyball court, a 25-meter swimming pool, a Tennis Court, a Cricket practice pitch
Apoyo Lingüístico
Profesores nativos de habla inglesa
Sí
Clases de idiomas adicionales ofrecidas por el colegio
French, German
Apoyo lingüístico para estudiantes con nivel de inglés no fluido
Yes, we have a dedicated Learning Support Department in both Primary and Secondary.
Apoyo al Alumno
Personal/programas dedicados a estudiantes con necesidades de aprendizaje especiales
Sí
Apoyo al aprendizaje ofrecido
We have one of the best Special Education Needs Department and English as a Second Language Department. Students with additional needs receive personalised support from learning assistants both in and out of the classroom.
El colegio apoya a estudiantes con talento y habilidades excepcionales
We have an active gifted and talented programme to stretch our most able pupils. We also have a vibrant and varied enrichment programme where students can try different activities such as robotics, philosophy, or chess. Students participate in national and international competitions including ALAMAU, MSMUN, World Scholars Cup, COBIS Competitions, and many more.
Acceso de los estudiantes a un psicólogo educativo