Assessment
Process

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Our Assessment Process

In conjunction with previous school reports and teacher recommendations, assessments are designed to determine student’s readiness for SISD programmes.

PreKG to KG1

Observational/practical play assessment to determine school readiness. Sessions are conducted one-on-one by the Admissions Team and last approximately 20 minutes. Please note: Children must be toilet-trained before the start of school.

KG2

Observational/practical assessment on one-on-one basis to determine level of verbal expression and literacy, numeracy and school readiness. Sessions are conducted by the Admissions Team and last approximately 30 minutes. A paper-based test will also be included as part of the session. 

Grades 1 to 5

Assessments on a one-on-one basis, encompassing oral and written language skills (English and French or German for bilingual streams) and math. Sessions are conducted by the Admissions Team and last approximately one hour.

Grades 6 to 10

A CAT4 test (verbal, non-verbal, numeracy and spatial reasoning). For aspirant bilingual students, the reading comprehension and writing task will be in French or German. Assessments are conducted by the Admissions Team and reviewed by the Secondary Leadership Team and assessed against MYP criteria. Sessions last one and half hours and two for bilingual students.

Grade 11

A CAT4 test (verbal, non-verbal, numeracy and spatial reasoning). Assessments are conducted by the Admissions Team and reviewed by the Secondary Leadership Team and assessed against MYP criteria. Sessions last one and half hours.

Grade 11 Entrance Requirements:

  • Candidates with MYP Certificate – MYP Grades of 4+ in a minimum of 5 subjects including English, Math and Science to study subjects at Standard Level
  • Candidates with MYP Certificate – MYP Grades of 5+ in a minimum of 5 subjects including English, Math and Science to study subjects at Higher Level
  • CERFL – minimum level B2 required in English
  • GCSEs – Grade C+ in a minimum of 5 subjects including English, Math and Science
  • IGCSEs: A*-B in a minimum of 5 subjects including English, Math and Science
  • Other candidates – Grade of 4+ in SISD entrance assessments
  • Also taken into consideration when determining a student’s suitability for entry into the Diploma programme: academic integrity, conduct, attitude, work ethic and contribution to the school community.

Boarding Applicants

Please note that the boarding applicants will also be required to have an interview with the Head of Boarding

    Choices of IB subjects will be discussed with our DP or CP Coordinator, based on previous scores and predictions in order to ensure the right pathway is chosen for progression onto university. This happens during the interview process. 

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