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Nationalities
Number of students |
1036 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
31 |
Most common nationality |
Emirati |
Ratio of local students to international students |
82% |
Languages
Native English speaking teachers |
Most of them. |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
English and Arabic |
Classroom
Max. number of students per class |
From Grade 1 to 9 Maximum 30 students
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Average number of students per class |
20 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
We are allowing the students to use iPad's and Chromebook for them to find learning in different yet interesting way, but with all guidance and restriction. Also, for each classroom we have Smart Boards to be used by the teachers in projecting their lesson plans and used to interact well with the students. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
To ensure continuity of learning, VIPS will provide a well-structured teaching and learning program to be delivered via Distance Learning. During this period, students will access instructional material and learning activities from home via their Class Dojo or Google Classroom platforms. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes, Islam |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
For non-Islam students, we treat and give them an equal respect to their religion. |
Academics
External examinations or assessments available |
CPAA (Children's Progress of Academic Achievement) – KG1 & KG2 in Numeracy & Literacy, MAP (Measure of Academic Progress) – Grades 1+ in English, Math, & Science, IBT-Arabic – Grades 4+, TIMMS, PIRLS, PISA, SAT-Math |
Results in these examinations |
Average |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
At least 30mins to 1hour. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We do not have Grade 10-12 students yet. |
Student support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, we have a Student Support Team comprised of a Social Worker, an Education Specialist, an Academic Counselor, English as Second Language Teachers and a Reading Specialist. |
Learning support offered |
Social Worker to address the psychological and the social well-being of students.
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our school challenges our gifted and talented students by tending to their higher abilities via opportunities that encourage thought processes where they predict, solve and evaluate. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Our Student Support Team's Social Worker, Education Specialist, and Academic Counselor work collaboratively to facilitate small group sessions, giving students an opportunity to share and learn effective learning strategies that promote increased academic success. |
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
To be enable to accept new student to our school, they must take an Entrance Exam and once they passed there will be a personal interview of the student for assessment. |
Waiting list |
No |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
As per ADEK the registration is open only until 5th of October |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes with ADEK Approval |
School day
School start time |
7:55AM for all student level |
School finish time |
KG- 1:20PM
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Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
No |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, |
Sports activities included |
Basketball, Football, Karate, Judo, Tai-kwan-do |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
Sports facilities at the school |
Football and Soccer Field |
About the school
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We aim to produce life-long learners who are innovative and creative, highly competitive in the modern economy and who are champions of UAE culture and heritage. We are a lead school in the United Arab Emirates, developing all learners for successful participation in Society and in the global economy. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Student-centered and inquiry-based learning. We use stations/centers in the KG and Elementary to help engage students at their level and give choice to learning. We use Guided Reading to work with students to improve English fluency and comprehension in Reading. |