Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
1928 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
89 |
Most common nationality |
Pakistani |
Ratio of local students to international students |
3% local : 97% international |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French, Urdu |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
IT is treated on par with the pure science subjects, since knowledge of Computer Science is vital in the real world. Oxford prepares its students to provide them with a good foundation and make them computer literates through fun and games. Thus ensuring they enjoy learning this stream of science too. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE and AS/A2 (A levels) |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The Oxford School Learning Support Programme |
Learning support offered |
The Oxford School Learning Support Programme is committed to supporting the individual educational needs of all students. Students experiencing difficulties in accessing the curriculum and learning are referred by teachers to the Student Services Team. The counselor, special educator, teachers & parents together draw up an individual education plan for each student based upon their observations & results of the psycho-educational assessment administered by external professional. This team ensures that students receive the intervention and accommodations that they need. Student’s participation and performance in weekly and term exams act as indicators of progress. Student progress is also tracked based on their achievement of the targets. The individual educational plan is then reviewed to set new goals.
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Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment or entrance test |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Entrance test consists of English and Math tests. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Public speaking, mad science, abacus club, Chinese language, swimming, football. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports facilities at the school |
Football ground, turfed field, kids play area, swimming pool |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Over the years, Oxford School has developed on a foundation based upon effective management, committed staff and regular assessment of pupils work. The school's mission is to empower its students with knowledge, skills, character and a passion for learning so as to enable them to thrive as contributing citizens in a diverse and changing society. The Oxford School core values are:
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Teaching approach of the school |
The Oxford School is based on the English National Curriculum (adapted to local requirements). This curriculum allows students to move easily into all the educational systems and is used by international schools around the world. The curriculum is delivered through the medium of English – leading to the worldwide recognized qualifications of IGCSE and AS/A2 (A levels). |