Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
271 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
65+ |
| Most common nationality |
British/American/Belgian/Japanese |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Specialist teaching is given to children for whom English is not their first language. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, Latin |
| Max. number of students per class |
16 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each pupil has an iPad from year 3 and up, online learning apps, AI to supplement learning. |
| 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) |
Yes |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
In certain cases. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Writing or English or Maths assessment. All depending on the student and their previous school. |
| Waiting list |
Sometimes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:25 or 8:55 depending on the grade level. |
| School finish time |
15:30 or 16:00 depending on grade level. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, the school provides supervised care till 6:00 pm. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Piano, Violin, Ballet, Coding, Hockey, French Conversation & Games, Gymbaroo, Arts & Crafts, Eco Club, Debate, Drama, Yoga, Ukelele, Netball, Homework, Guitar, Chess, Fitness, Photography, Scottish Dancing and many more. |
| Sports activities included |
All primary children receive formal lessons of Physical Education each week. They develop the fundamental movement skills including running, jumping, throwing and catching, as well as developing balance, agility and co-ordination. As they grow older they become increasingly competent and extend their agility and coordination. Team games such as football and basketball are organised as after-school activities. The school uses the facilities at the local Espadon sports centre for swimming, gym and dance. Sports Day and the Swimarathon are annual events where the whole BJAB family celebrates in its sporting achievement. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Theatre, Science, Computer Lab, Music Room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground, multi-purpose gym, |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our mission is to deliver a broad and balanced education, which enables the individual child to develop to his or her maximum potential, in a dynamic and caring environment. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Within a caring and structured environment, children are taught the curriculum by a vibrant and creative teaching staff and encouraged to mature and grow to love life and learning. |
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