Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
3900 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
64 |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Arabic |
Use of technology in the classroom |
All main classrooms for students from Grades 1 through 12 are equipped with Interactive Whiteboards to assist student learning. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support |
Entry evaluation for students |
Placement overview |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
There are no academic requirements for acceptance into KG 1, KG 2 and Grade 1 (four to six years of age). Prospective students at these levels are interviewed; they must be toilet-trained and able to speak and follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take diagnostic tests in core subjects. These tests help to determine if the student has attained the minimum expected standard for each subject. The school then makes final placement decisions but can resort to the various strategies at its disposal to help bring a student to the required level. For example, there is the option of attending extra lessons or intensive classes in a subject. Special academic support is taken very seriously by the school. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Music club, chess, art, Origami, football, basketball, dodgeball, cricket, ballet, gymnastics, breaktime fun |
Facilities at the school |
Theater, science laboratories, library |
Sports facilities at the school |
- state-of-the-art sports field
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The International School of Choueifat - Sharjah is a member of the global SABIS® Network, providing students with a high-quality education that prepares them for success in college and beyond. ICSS is a multinational, non-selective, co-educational, independent, English-medium day school serving both the local and multinational communities in Sharjah, U.A.E. |
Teaching approach of the school |
ISCC strives to develop a safe and nurturing environment to support students on their journey to identify and achieve their full potential. Designed around three core pillars—academic excellence, life skills, and personal well-being, our approach to education aims to provide students with a holistic school experience, combining its proud tradition of academic excellence with outstanding programs to develop character, skill, and grit. |