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Nationalities
| Number of students |
1300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
86 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
0,6% local 99,4% international |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Foreign Language is available for non-native speakers of English. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Russian |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
FS1: 22
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| Average number of students per class |
24 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Students have access to computers in every class; interactive whiteboards; various educational and multimedia software; a digital library with thousands of e-books, scores of softwares and educational tools; printers, scanners, digital and video cameras; and 24x7 high speed Internet; and RIS' Virutal Learning Environment. |
| 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 students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
We are an inclusive school |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A-Levels, BTEC |
| Results in these examinations |
GCSE Result 2015: 85% of students achieved 5A* - C in subjects including Maths and English. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The ‘Individual Needs Department’ (IND) supports and encourages every child to ensure he has access to a curriculum that meets his individual needs. ‘Individual Needs’ refers to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). |
| Learning support offered |
The Individual Needs Department engages with children in a caring, nurturing and supportive environment giving them the confidence to 'have a go' at areas they find difficult. The main focus of the department’s work is to ensure that the child becomes as independent as possible in his learning, and less reliant on the intervention of adults. A second major theme of the department’s work is to raise literacy standards, particularly in writing and reading comprehension, which are crucial to long-term success. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The 'Individual Needs' department develops students who are 'Gifted and Talented' in specific areas. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
All applicants are required to pass the school’s entrance assessments in Mathematics and English. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Year 1 to Year 13: Admissions are subject to an interview and successful completion of the School’s Assessment Tests in Maths and English (Arabic levelling is also conducted). Where applicable, review of records from the student's previous school(s) will be considered. |
| Waiting list |
In some Year Groups - Yes |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
7:30 am |
| School finish time |
2:40 pm |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes - we have a Grab and Go concept, where lunches can be pre-paid for. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, Menu is designed accordingly. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Swimming, dance, basketball, badminton, football, tennis, Mandarin, gymnastics, vocal lesson, soccer, art, drama, netball, cheerleading, music, Coding, Media and Communication, Website Development, Debate |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
2 Libraries (Junior and Senior School), STEAM Centre, Science Labs, Design & Technology Lab, Food Lab, Peripatetic Music Rooms |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-purpose sports and performance halls, multi-court sports decks, 2 heated swimming pools, dedicated outdoor play zones |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Regent International School follows the National Curriculum of England and offers an outstanding education culminating in the GCSEs in Year 10 and 11, and A levels in Year 12 and 13. We are rated “Outstanding” by the British School Overseas Inspection authority and “Very Good” by KHDA. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
With a rich history of around 40 years, Regent is recognised as one of the leading and most innovative schools in the region as well as a global leader in Positive Education – where a strong values–based education develops skills for academic and personal achievement, as well as wellbeing and character development that ensure success and happiness in life. |