What are the schools in Yangon like?
When we asked about the schools in Yangon, they said...
"Don't do it. They make false promises and are heavily into profit making by cramming in as many kids as possible. International School of Myanmar or International School of Yangon are much better. There are 3-4 big name new schools opening with proper management and great facilities," said one parent with children at Yangon Academy in Yangon.
"Yangon, is home to several international and bilingual schools that cater to the diverse educational needs of its residents. One of the best international schools in the city is the International School Yangon (ISY), which offers an American-style curriculum for students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools. More information about ISY can be found on their website: https://isyedu.org/. Another top international school in Yangon is the British School Yangon (BSY), which follows the English National Curriculum and offers education for students aged 2 to 18 years. BSY is a member of the Nord Anglia Education group, a global network of premium international schools. You can learn more about BSY on their website: https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/myanmar/yangon/british. The Yangon International School (YIS) is another well-regarded institution in the city, offering an American-based curriculum for students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12. YIS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools. More information about YIS can be found on their website: https://www.yismyanmar.com/. For bilingual education, the Horizon International Bilingual School (HIBS) is a popular choice in Yangon. HIBS offers a bilingual curriculum in English and Myanmar languages, with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. The school caters to students from kindergarten to grade 12. You can learn more about HIBS on their website: http://www.horizonmyanmar.com/. Another bilingual school in Yangon is the Ayeyarwaddy International School (AIS), which offers a curriculum based on the Cambridge International Examinations program. AIS provides education for students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12, with instruction in both English and Myanmar languages. More information about AIS can be found on their website: https://www.ais.edu.mm/," commented one expat when asked about in Yangon.
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What are the schools in Yangon like?
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