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Nationalities
| Number of students |
1100+ |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
52+ |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We are constantly investing in new technology to enhance our teaching and learning. There are Chromebooks and tablets available in every classroom in order to enhance learning across all curriculum areas. All primary classrooms have interactive smart boards. Throughout the whole school, children will be exposed to a wide range of learning apps using iPads and tablet technology, augmented reality (AR), and control technology.
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| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Islamic classes are offered to Muslim students |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
For Non-Muslim students, wellbeing and enrichment activities are offered to ensure students spend their time productively. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE up till Year 11, IB Diploma Programme for Year 12 and Year 13 |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Homework is assigned to students every week. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Suggested time on Homework is personalized depending on Year Group and students' progress. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Aspen Heights British School is an inclusive school with ample support for students with special educational needs. It offers additional learning support where it can help the child to progress. |
| Learning support offered |
A specialized Oasis class for SEN students up till Year 1. Dedicated Inclusion staff to help students acclimate to regular classrooms and help catching up on the curriculum. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our teachers provide differentiated instruction by tailoring the curriculum to the specific needs and abilities of gifted and talented students. This involves accelerating their learning, offering more challenging assignments, and allowing them to explore advanced topics in greater depth. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Aspen Heights has a number of progressive and ever-evolving supports in place to promote the positive mental health and socio-emotional wellbeing of our community. Wellbeing initiatives for students are embedded into our core curriculum through the provision of mindfulness activities in classrooms, as well as daily wellbeing and circle time sessions. Aspen Heights also has a school counsellor on site to: provide individual and/or group counselling sessions in a confidential setting, run social emotional learning lessons across key year groups, send out weekly wellbeing and mental health resources to parents/families, organise and run family workshops, and make external referrals as and when needed. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Each new student goes through a playdate/ assessment process where they are evaluated on their current progress, in order to help the school understand the educational support needed once the child joins the school. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Each application is considered on a case by case basis. During the admissions evaluation, Aspen Heights will consider aspects such as language proficiency, behaviour with peers and additional learning needs. These are not academic entrance tests instead, they support the school's placement of students by ensuring classes are diverse across gender, language, nationality, and additional learning needs. |
| Waiting list |
For specific year groups when they are full. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:00 |
| School finish time |
FS1 - FS2: 14:00
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| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
70 plus ECAs on offer including Football, Basketball, Tennis, Painting, Drama, Music, Swimming, Horse Riding, Golf, Archery, Junk Kouture. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education, Football, Swimming, Basketball |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gymnasium, Shaded outdoor play, outdoor five-a-side/netball pitch, EYFS Soft Play Area, Hydroponics Greenhouse, Music Room and Dance Studio |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Aspen Heights British school provides a supportive and engaging international environment, enabling your child to flourish and mature into highly skilled, resilient and caring global citizens. Your child will be inspired by the school's exciting and creative curriculum, interwoven with opportunities to explore its incredible locality through environmental themes.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
Aspen Heights British School aspires to nurture children to become responsible leaders of the future, by facilitating hands-on, active learning, inspiring children to engage with one another and reflect on global environmental issues, and facilitating an empowered and motivated learning community. |