Leading Asia Myanmar International School (LAMIS)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.