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Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS)

Myanmar, Mandalay

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 19 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Mandarin, Malay, English, Vietnamese
Strengths Languages, Sport, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

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

The Essentials

Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS) has instruction in English.

Location
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.

Stages
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.

Type
LAMIS operates as an international school in Mandalay. There is no published information about boarding facilities; it appears to function as a day school.

Additional learning support
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.

Country affiliation
LAMIS has no formal country affiliation; it operates as an independent international school in Myanmar.

Religious affiliation
LAMIS has no published religious affiliation.

School day structure
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.

Bus service
A school bus service is not publicly listed; transport arrangements should be confirmed with the admissions team.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
LAMIS has a canteen on the ground level with kitchen equipment near the office. During break times, students can eat their lunch there. The canteen also offers drinks and snacks.
Fees
Application fees
- Leading Asia Myanmar requires a one-time Application Fee and a Registration Fee for new students. The Application Fee is non-refundable.

Tuition fees by year group and per term
- No published tuition schedule showing amounts per year group or per term is provided in the school's publicly available admissions materials. No numerical tuition figures for Early Years, Primary Years, Middle School or Upper Secondary are listed.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The application and registration fees must be paid to schedule the interview and placement assessment.
- To secure an offer after acceptance, an Enrolment and Deposit Fee must be paid within five working days. Full payment of all remaining fees is required before the student's first day of attendance.
- The school states that places may be held on a waiting list when classes are at capacity; payment obligations are tied to the formal acceptance and enrolment process.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding programme is described in the school information. Therefore, there are no boarding fees published or billed for students.

Other costs and fees
- Additional, family-borne costs explicitly identified include school uniform, books and school supplies; these are part of the "preparation for school" requirements and are billed or purchased separately from tuition. Meal arrangements and extracurricular activities are referenced as items to arrange, implying further potential costs. Specific prices for uniforms, books, meals, extracurricular activities, transport, medical/insurance or individual activity fees are not published.

Refund information
- The Application Fee is stated to be non-refundable. No detailed published refund policy (for deposits, tuition, or other fees) appears in the school's admissions materials.

Fee payment options
- The admissions materials require payment of application, registration and enrolment/deposit fees according to the steps described, and require full payment before the first day of attendance. Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, cash or online payment portal) are not specified in the publicly available admissions information. Contact phone numbers and email are provided for payment and admissions enquiries.
Academics

Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS) teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 19.

Curriculum
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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
LAMIS adopts a whole‑child, inquiry‑based approach that places social and emotional well‑being at the core of learning. The Middle School (IB MYP) program explicitly develops SEL‑related competencies such as Affective, Mindfulness, Emotional management, Self‑motivation, and Reflection. The PE/PSPE curriculum promotes knowledge, attitudes, and skills that contribute to the physical, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social well‑being of the individual. Staff support for SEL includes teacher assistants who monitor and support classrooms, and a Parent Liaison Team is available for consultation. The education programme addresses students' academic, social, and emotional well‑being as a central aim of the school's approach to learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The admissions process requires parents to inform the school of any special educational needs, such as learning difficulties or giftedness. If the family fails to disclose information about these needs, the school reserves the right to close or terminate enrollment. If students need more help with language ability, the school provides additional language classes with the option of receiving extra support in class and after school. The kinds of SEN the school can support and whether it is a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed. The admissions process shows that SEN is considered in placement decisions, indicating attention to educational, social, emotional, and physical dimensions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
LAMIS offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) support according to students' needs, ensuring equal access to the curriculum and school life. The program provides support in listening, speaking, reading and writing, and is based on an inclusive model. English is the language of instruction for all classes, with Myanmar taught in Myanmar classes through a bilingual approach that increases in complexity as students progress. In Myanmar classes, teachers and students use a combination of English and Myanmar, and Myanmar is taught as an Additional Language or Mother Tongue as appropriate. Mandarin is taught to all students at levels adjusted for different abilities, with bilingual Mandarin/English teachers.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported as part of LAMIS's holistic education program and PSPE curriculum. The Middle School program includes mindfulness and emotional management as explicit components. The IB MYP competencies include affective development, mindfulness, emotional management, self‑motivation, and reflection. The program fosters personal identity development and an understanding of the student's place in their social and cultural context. The education programme addresses students' social and emotional well‑being as a core consideration of learning.

Safeguarding
Safety and security are stated as a top priority, with drop‑off/pick‑up procedures and visitor sign‑in at the gate. The admissions process requires parents to inform the school of any special educational needs, and notes that information provided is used to determine suitability and placement. It also states that if information is not provided, enrollment may be terminated. The admissions process mentions that language support may be offered as part of safeguarding student access to the curriculum.
Parent Experience

History
LAMIS is a Mandalay-based international school that positions itself as Leading Asia Myanmar International School. It is a candidate IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), pursuing authorization to offer IB programs. The Head of School is Andrew Paul Ridgway. The About Us content notes that LAMIS has existed for about 23 years, suggesting a founding roughly in 2003. The campus includes a library with books in English, French, and Burmese, as well as a canteen and sports facilities in central Mandalay.

Community
LAMIS emphasizes a campus that supports learning beyond the classroom, including a library, canteen, and outdoor/indoor sports facilities. The school calendar features cultural and seasonal events such as Valentine's Day, Water Festival, Christmas Party, Thadingyut Festival, Halloween Party, and New Year Party. The school's location in central Mandalay and its IB-influenced, inquiry-based approach shape the community culture. A Burmese text on the page translates to: 'How long should distance learning day be?'.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public information about a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is not listed on the official site. There is no dedicated PTA page or described PTA groups or activities in the site navigation. The available pages describe library services, the canteen, and student activities but do not mention a PTA structure or events. If PTA activities exist, they are not documented in the site content consulted. For definitive details about any PTA or parent involvement programs, direct contact with the school is recommended.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
LAMIS occupies a brand-new, state-of-the-art campus in central Mandalay and is an IB Primary Years Programme candidate school. The library offers extensive print and digital resources, including books in English, French, and Burmese, with a digital library of online e-books for students and staff. A spacious ground-level canteen serves meals and breaks, and the campus provides an extensive outdoor playground area for football, basketball, and table tennis. An Indoor Physical Education room supports PSPE lessons and active physical activities. Arts and ICT are integrated into the curriculum, with Performing Arts (Music and Drama) and Visual Arts taught as part of the learning program.

Sports Facilities
LAMIS provides an extensive outdoor playground area that supports football, basketball, and table tennis. A dedicated Indoor Physical Education room supports PSPE lessons. The outdoor spaces and facilities are used for school-wide sports and physical education activities. The layout is designed to promote active play, teamwork, and physical development.

Academic Facilities
The library offers a broad collection in English, French, and Burmese and includes a digital library of e-books for students and faculty. ICT is taught to develop technology literacy as part of the Primary Years Programme. Arts education includes Performing Arts (Music and Drama) and Visual Arts. The IB framework underpins the academic program with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts offerings include Performing Arts (Music and Drama) and Visual Arts as part of the curriculum, supporting creative development. Outdoor spaces and the Indoor Physical Education room enable participation in football, basketball, and table tennis. The library provides a dedicated space for reading and study outside class time. The IB framework encourages broad co-curricular engagement and 21st-century skill development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
LAMIS provides extensive playground facilities, including spaces for football, basketball, and table tennis, to support sports during physical education and after-school activities. During PE, an Indoor Physical Education room is used to deliver the PSPE curriculum, which promotes physical, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and social well-being. The PSPE program also helps students develop personal identity and responsible attitudes and actions within their social and cultural context. The school emphasizes an active, healthy lifestyle as part of its well-being program.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction and communication at LAMIS. Myanmar is taught to all students either as an Additional Language or as a Mother Tongue, with Nursery and Pre-K learning in a bilingual English-Myanmar classroom and Kindergarten and above receiving timetabled Myanmar lessons. Mandarin is taught to all students at levels adjusted for different abilities, with teachers who are bilingual in Mandarin and English and an emphasis on both oral and written forms. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program provides support to ensure equal access to the curriculum, and Mother Tongue development is supported through philosophical recognition and logistical assistance, such as helping families locate Mother Tongue teachers and providing space and technology for after-school classes.

Bilingual Teaching
LAMIS uses a bilingual model for Myanmar language instruction in Nursery and Pre-K, delivered by co-teachers fluent in English and Myanmar. English is the language of instruction for all classes, while Myanmar language use increases in Myanmar classes. In Myanmar classes, a combination of English and Myanmar is used, and Myanmar instruction becomes more complex as students progress.
Reputation

Accreditations
The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School: LAMIS is a candidate for the PYP and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School, signaling commitment to IB standards and global benchmarks.
Admissions

Admissions
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.

Scholarships
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.

Waitlist
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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