Firbank has a flexible approach to the entry of overseas students. A degree of proficiency in English is necessary for entry to the School.

Overseas students are assisted in their orientation and on-going studies by the Overseas Student Co-ordinator who liaises with the academic and Boarding House staff, assists with meeting student visa requirements and communicates with parents and guardians regarding students’ progress and welfare.

At all levels, English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught in small classes conducted by specialist teachers. The focus in these classes is upon developing students’ competence in speaking and writing English. Students are also supported in their work in other subjects e.g. by the teaching of specialist vocabulary.

Currently, we have students from China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, South Africa, Germany and New Zealand in the School.

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