Tirana International School
| Tirana International School | |
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 Success For All | |
| Location | |
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Mullet Village (Near TEG)Tirana, 1527 Albania | |
| Coordinates | 41°27'21.51"N 19°86'59.70"E |
| Information | |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Opened | Monday- Friday |
| Closed | Saturday - Sunday |
| Director | Mr.Robert Jackson |
| Principal | Ms.Maura Martin |
| Grades | Pre-K - 12 |
| Age range | Pre-K - 12 |
| Number of students | 200+ |
| Language | English |
| Color(s) | Orange and Black |
| Mascot | Tiger |
| Team name | TIS Tigers |
| Accreditation | 2012 |
| Yearbook | Yes |
| Website | https://www.qsi.org/albania/alb/ |
Tirana International School, established in 1991, is an English-medium international school in Tirana, Albania. Its curriculum, while similar to US schools, contains links to both local culture and international educational elements. The current enrollment is approximately 200 students from 27 different countries in preK – 12th grade classes. Tirana International School is part of Quality Schools International and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Curriculum
The curriculum focuses on English literacy skills, mathematics, cultural studies, the sciences, computer literacy, art, music, foreign languages (French, Spanish, German and Russian) and physical education as part of the regular program. Intensive English classes are provided for those with a limited knowledge of the English language. Students and parents are given full access to the curriculum so that they might be aware of the goals and outcomes expected of them.
TIS offers onsite College Board Advanced Placement courses. AP courses give students the opportunity to earn a credit or advanced standing at most colleges and universities in the United States and Europe. We offer AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP World History, AP French, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP Literature, AP Composition, AP Studio Art, and AP Spanish.
Grading System
Tirana International School adheres to a mastery learning approach to education that provides detailed feedback for students as they work toward ownership of the material. Grades reflect the current progress that students have made within a unit of study. The letter grade B is assigned when students demonstrate mastery of the subject, while an A grade represents mastery and the consistent, appropriate use of higher order thinking skills. Students are given opportunities to continue their studies through extension activities that might lead to the upgrading of a B to an A. Students that do not fully master units of study are awarded no passing grade.
Faculty
There 23 full-time teachers currently employed at TIS and 3 part-time teachers. There are also 7 paraprofessionals employed that serve as classroom assistants and tutors. TIS educators are certified, experienced professionals mainly from the US and UK.
Activities
Tirana International School offers a full range of extra-curricular activities for students in the 5-year-old to the secondary level. Competitive sports and activities include volleyball, soccer, tennis, basketball, swimming, team robotics, model United Nations, cross country, and knowledge bowl. Musical activities include violin, guitar, piano, and choir. Younger children are offered a wide range of interest based activities four times a week after school.
Tirana International School is a founding member of the Tirana Association of International Schools (TAIS) and a long standing member of the Central and Eastern European School Association (CEESA). Middle school and secondary students participate in competitive and cultural events with member schools across Europe.
Facilities
Tirana International School is situated on a 5.5-hectare site at the edge of the city in an upscale, secure residential area. The facility contains ample classroom space, music rooms, a full-size gymnasium, cafeteria, open air terrace, full science lab, two technology labs, and a workout room. The outside territory features a soccer pitch, tennis court, track, and a multi-purpose court.
