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Approximately 65% of students are from Sri Lanka. The rest come from over 25 countries, many of whom have studied at international schools throughout the world. As of September 2007, there were 147 students at the Junior School and 185 at the Senior School. |
Approximately 65% of students are from Sri Lanka. The rest come from over 25 countries, many of whom have studied at international schools throughout the world. As of September 2007, there were 147 students at the Junior School and 185 at the Senior School. |
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The student/staff ratio is approximately 8:1. The staff attend regular seminars to help their professional development. Many of the teachers have degrees from universities throughout the world, including |
The student/staff ratio is approximately 8:1. The staff attend regular seminars to help their professional development. Many of the teachers have degrees from universities throughout the world, including Oxford and Cambridge. |
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Revision as of 06:52, 3 September 2007
Elizabeth Moir School is a co-educational, international school, located on two campuses in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The international school, run by British nationals, facilitates children of all nationalities aged between 2-18.
Background
Elizabeth Moir moved to Sri Lanka in 1983 with her husband and three children. With her experience of working in other international schools in Hong Kong, Elizabeth Moir decided to open an international school in Colombo. By 1995, Elizabeth Moir had established, and been Principal of, two international schools - Colombo International School and The British School in Colombo.
1996 - Elizabeth Moir School opens
In 1996, Elizabeth Moir opened another international school, Elizabeth Moir School, where she is currently the Principal. The Junior School is situated on Park Road and the Senior School on Thalakotuwa Gardens, both sections in Colombo 5.
The School's Philosophy
The school has developed a reputation for its emphasis on individual attention, academic excellence, school spirit and pastoral care. There are small class sizes in both sections of the school and provisions are made for children with learning difficulties and those for whom English is a secondary language. The international school is committed to equality, welcoming students from all faiths and communities.
Students & Staff
Approximately 65% of students are from Sri Lanka. The rest come from over 25 countries, many of whom have studied at international schools throughout the world. As of September 2007, there were 147 students at the Junior School and 185 at the Senior School.
The student/staff ratio is approximately 8:1. The staff attend regular seminars to help their professional development. Many of the teachers have degrees from universities throughout the world, including Oxford and Cambridge.
Academics
Elizabeth Moir School follows the British education system. Students sit for Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations in the Senior School. Since the school’s inception, students have been awarded places at Harvard, Cambridge and other leading universities throughout the world.
In August 2007, 75% of A Level papers were awarded an A or B grade and there was a 98.5% pass rate.
Sport
The international school offers a variety of sporting activities for its students, including: basketball, football, cricket, football, athletics, swimming and netball. Elizabeth Moir School regularly competes with other international schools in these sports and often hosts its own tournaments in Colombo.
External Links
http://www.elizabethmoirschool.com
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