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Nationalities
| Number of students |
2300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
64 |
| Most common nationality |
Qatari |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
8:1 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as Additional Language program. Yes, a full EAL program is provided. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Arabic |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Interactive whiteboards, desk top computers, laptops and Ipads. |
| 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, via Zoom and Google.meet |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Islam |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Separate non-Islamic studies lessons i.e. Citizenship |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
PUMA and PIRA. IGCSE and AS-Level. |
| Results in these examinations |
Above international average scores. PUMA and PIRA 8% above the international average. IGCSE is 4% above the international average and AS-Level is 12% above teh international average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. On average 7 hours per week in Primary. 14 hours at key stage 3. 21 hours at keys stage 4 and 26 hours at key stage 5. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
82% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support teachers and SENCo in both the Primary and Secondary sections of the school. |
| Learning support offered |
Individual education plans. Support in the classroom with differentiated activities. Direct group or 1:1 support with specialist learning support teachers. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Full gifted and talented program. Differentiated activities. Dedicated pull-out sessions and additional classes. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Students have access to the Well-being School Counsellor if they have any personal or school related issues. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Admission is based on past school records, entrance assessment, and in some cases, an interview and an English proficiency test. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Admissions test in English and Mathematics, as well as an interview with a member of the leadership team. |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
7:00am |
| School finish time |
1:00pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
There is a canteen available. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
These activities include sports, musical instruments, photography, craft and drama activities, and even pastimes like chess and other board games. |
| Sports activities included |
Dance, games, gymnastics, swimming, football, handball, fitness, rugby, badminton, floor hockey, athletics, basketball |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Sports facilities at the school |
Basketball, Olympic size pool, football pitch, gymnasium (with equipment), Sports Halls, running track. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Newton International School aims to provide the highest quality of education possible for students of all abilities. In doing so, the school aims to positively encourage each student to achieve academic excellence, enjoy creative diversity, develop critical thinking skills and become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. To achieve this, NIS will provide a diverse education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and motivation. NIS will provide and maintain a calm, trusting and caring atmosphere where teaching and learning are meaningful and developed. NIS will work in partnership with its staff, students, parents and wider community to achieve its vision. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
All students follow the National Curriculum of England and Wales alongside the Cambridge International Primary Programme (CIPP). The students also follow the recommendations from the SEC regarding Qatari History and this is incorporated in the Humanities topics. |