Application procedure

Admission is granted to a student when it has been determined that the School has an appropriate programme and resources to meet that individual's learning needs.

Applications for both immediate and future entry are considered at any time throughout the year.  If a waiting pool for any grade is necessary, qualified applicants will be admitted according to established policies on priority and diversity (See Enrolment Priorities).

At the time of admission, in line with its philosophy and mission, the School will endeavour to maintain an intercultural environment. The School establishes that the number of students by passport nationality may not exceed 25% of the student enrolment per grade level (up to 35% in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the Headmaster) in Grade EE2 to Grade 8.

In Grade 9 to Grade 12, priority will be given to maintain this policy, however where excess places become available they will be allotted according to priority.

Applicants for admission to ISHCMC are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the School may have waiting lists in some grade levels. Students wishing to enroll in August should submit completed application forms before March 1st; and for those wishing to enroll in January, applications should be made by October 1st.

A placement interview is required for all students who declare a requirement for support in English as an Additional Language, Learning Support or if a need for specialised support is identified in the application documentation.

Our admission procedures are essential for the correct placement of new students, and are designed to allow for the smooth transition of students. It is also important that teachers are informed well in advance of new students joining their classes, in order to allow sufficient preparation time to welcome and settle the student. Parents should allow two or three days at least following arrival before commencement in classes.

A test of proficiency in English is a requirement for students potentially needing support in English as an Additional Language who are applying for admission to Grade 8 to Grade 12.

It is necessary to complete the following procedures prior to student attendance:

Students in Early Explorer 2 (EE2)– Grade 1

1. Students are registered at ISHCMC by the Admissions Coordinator.
2. Students and parents/guardians are notified of student’s placement and given a date to start school by the Admissions’ Coordinator.
3. The Admissions’ Coordinator notifies classroom teachers of the student’s placement and start date.
4. After two weeks there is a review by the school to determine the correctness of the placement. If necessary a parent/teacher conference will be held to review the placement.

Students in Grades 2-5

1. Students are registered at ISHCMC by the Admissions Coordinator.
2. All students whose first language is not English are given an appointment with the EAL Coordinator for an interview and English language assessment.
3. Students and parents/guardians are notified of student’s placement and given a date to start school by the Admissions Coordinator.
4. The Admissions Coordinator notifies classroom teachers of the student’s placement and start date.
5. After two weeks there is a review by the school to determine the correctness of the placement. If necessary a parent/teacher conference will be held to review the placement.

Students in Grades 6-12

1. Students are registered at ISHCMC by the Admissions Coordinator.
2. All students in Grade 6 and Grade 7, whose first language is not English are given an appointment with the EAL Coordinator for an English language assessment. All students Grade 8 to Grade 12 whose first language is not English are given an appointment with the EAL Coordinator to have a SLEP Assessment. There is a School required level of English ability for acceptance to Grade 8 and above.
3. The EAL Coordinator makes recommendation to the Middle or High School Head of Section on grade placement.
4. The student is given an appointment to meet with the Middle or High School Head of Section as necessary to discuss timetables and elective course choices. If necessary the Head of Section seeks input from the Guidance Counselor.
5. Students and parents/guardians are notified of student’s placement and given a date to start school by the Admissions Coordinator.
6. Homeroom teachers and subject teachers are notified of the student’s placement and start date by the Middle or High School Head of Section.
7. After three weeks there is a review by the school to determine the correctness of the placement. If necessary a parent/teacher conference will be held to review the placement.