Myanmar, Mandalay
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LAMIS is a Mandalay-based international school occupying a brand-new campus in central Mandalay. It offers the IB continuum across Early Years, Primary (PYP), Middle Years (MYP) and Upper Secondary (IB Diploma). English is the language of instruction for most classes, while Myanmar is taught as an additional language in Myanmar classes, with Mandarin offered as an additional language. The campus features a library with English, French, and Burmese books, a canteen, and extensive play areas including football and basketball facilities, plus an indoor physical education room. The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Mother Tongue development, and offers after-school language classes. LAMIS promotes inquiry-based learning and global-mindedness, with home-delivery and IT support services to assist learning. An online program complements on-site learning, including a cap on class size for online sections.
12th St, Mandalay, Myanmar
Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS) has instruction in English.
LAMIS is located in Mandalay, Myanmar, at No.(S-1) 12th Street between 86th and 87th Streets in Aung Myay Tharzan Township. The campus sits in the northern part of Mandalay, near Mandalay Hill, on a residential street accessible by local roads. The school is described as being in central Mandalay in materials promoting its location, with the postal address clearly stated above.
LAMIS offers Early Years (Nursery, Pre-KG, KG) and Primary Years (Grade 1 onward). For the 2023-2024 academic year, classes ran from Nursery through Grade 7.
LAMIS operates as an international school in Mandalay. There is no published information about boarding facilities; it appears to function as a day school.
LAMIS provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support. Myanmar and Mandarin are taught, with Mother Tongue development support and bilingual instruction in early years.
LAMIS has no formal country affiliation; it operates as an independent international school in Myanmar.
LAMIS has no published religious affiliation.
Early Years: arrival 8:30–9:00, start 9:00, pick-up 3:00–3:30. Primary Years: arrival 8:00–8:30, pick-up 3:30.
A school bus service is not publicly listed; transport arrangements should be confirmed with the admissions team.
Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS) teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 19.
Instruction is conducted in English as the primary language of instruction, with Myanmar (Burmese) and Mandarin offered as additional languages, and with English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Mother Tongue provision to ensure access to the curriculum. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students aged approximately 3 to 12 and is a candidate IB World School pursuing authorization. The school serves Nursery through Grade 5 (early years to primary), with class groups including Nursery, Pre-KG, KG, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4 and Grade 5. The PYP scope includes Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts, Personal, Social and Physical Education, Myanmar language and culture, and Additional Language study (Myanmar and Mandarin). Assessment is continuous, and graduates are positioned for potential progression into IB MYP/DP programs as part of future opportunities.
1. Step 1 – Application submission and documents. Applicants complete the LAMIS application form, either online or at the school, and provide the required documents. The documents required are the LAMIS application form, a copy of the birth certificate and vaccination report card, the exit document from the previous school (Elementary onwards), copies of the student's school reports for the previous two years, and reports of any special academic or psychological assessments. Applications are accepted year-round, and new students may join at any time if there is capacity in the relevant class. If classes are full, applications will be placed on the waiting list. Missing or incomplete documents can delay processing and scheduling for the interview and placement assessment.
2. Step 2 – Registration fee and wait/placement timing. After submitting the application form, the candidate must pay the one-time Application Fee and the Registration Fee in order to be scheduled for the Interview and Placement assessment. The Application Fee is non-refundable and applies only to new students; existing students are automatically considered for placement in the next grade. If class capacity is reached, the school places applicants on a waiting list to determine enrollment order when space becomes available.
3. Step 3 – Interview, placement, and special needs disclosure. All applicants attend a face-to-face interview and placement assessment to determine the appropriate grade and fit with the school's program. Parents must inform the school of any special educational needs, such as learning difficulties or giftedness, as failure to provide relevant information may lead to the application being closed or rejected at any stage. The school assigns placement based on several factors, and language support may be offered if needed (e.g., additional English or Burmese language classes) with options for extra in-class or after-school help to support the student's transition.
Step 4 – Acceptance, enrolment, and fees. Once placement is confirmed and the family has completed the interview, the school offers a place; to secure the offer, the Enrolment and Deposit Fee must be paid within 5 working days, and full payment of all remaining fees is required before the first day of attendance.
Step 5 – Preparation for school. Preparation includes school uniform, drop-off/pick-up arrangements, attendance at the School Orientation session (parents must be registered to attend), meal preferences/arrangements, and provision of books and school supplies. The school also provides guidance through the Parent Liaison Team as needed.
3. Step 3 – Interview, placement, and special needs disclosure. All applicants attend a face-to-face interview and placement assessment to determine the appropriate grade and fit with the school's program. Parents must inform the school of any special educational needs, such as learning difficulties or giftedness, as failure to provide relevant information may lead to the application being closed or rejected at any stage. The school assigns placement based on several factors, and language support may be offered if needed (e.g., additional English or Burmese language classes) with options for extra in-class or after-school help to support the student's transition. Step 4 – Acceptance, enrolment, and fees. Once placement is confirmed and the family has completed the interview, the school offers a place; to secure the offer, the Enrolment and Deposit Fee must be paid within 5 working days, and full payment of all remaining fees is required before the first day of attendance. Step 5 – Preparation for school. Preparation includes school uniform, drop-off/pick-up arrangements, attendance at the School Orientation session (parents must be registered to attend), meal preferences/arrangements, and provision of books and school supplies. The school also provides guidance through the Parent Liaison Team as needed.
2. Step 2 – Registration fee and wait/placement timing. After submitting the application form, the candidate must pay the one-time Application Fee and the Registration Fee in order to be scheduled for the Interview and Placement assessment. The Application Fee is non-refundable and applies only to new students; existing students are automatically considered for placement in the next grade. If class capacity is reached, the school places applicants on a waiting list to determine enrollment order when space becomes available.
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