Reach British School, Abu Dhabi

Reach British School Abu Dhabi's grading system aligns with the British Curriculum, ensuring clarity and simplicity in assessing student performance. Here are all the stages that they teach in school:

At Reach British School in Abu Dhabi, the British Curriculum is mainly used to assess students. Here's how the grading system works across different stages:

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS):

Observation and activities are the primary tools for assessing the student’s key areas. These areas include:

• Communication and language
• Physical development
• Personal, social, and emotional development

Primary Years (Year 1 to Year 6):

These years, children are graded on various subjects, showing how well they understand and use the skills taught. The subjects include:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• Art
• Physical Education (PE)
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Secondary Years (Year 7 to Year 13):

From Year 7 onwards, students receive more detailed grades for each subject. This assessment type helps prepare them for their final exams in GCSEs and A-levels. The subjects in secondary school include:

• English
• Maths
• Science (dual award)
• History
• Geography
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Art
• Physical Education
• ICT
• PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic education)

Students also get reports on their progress in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies, following the Ministry of Education guidelines. The school focuses on giving clear and helpful feedback to help students and parents understand academic progress and areas for improvement.

To apply to Reach British School in Abu Dhabi, follow these simple steps:

• Fill Out the Application Form: Start by filling out the application form. You can find this on the school's website.
• Submit Required Documents: You must submit some important documents and the application. These include your child’s passport or Emirates ID, last school report, and a confirmation letter.
• Review and Approval: The school will review your documents and application to ensure everything is complete.
• Assessment: Bring your child for an evaluation. This test helps the school understand your child’s learning level.
• Final Steps: If your child passes the assessment, you must submit a few more documents and pay the school fees to secure your child’s place.

Ensure you meet the age requirements for the grade you are applying for. The school checks this carefully. Once you receive the offer, you have five days to accept it. Finally, submit the documents and pay the fees to complete the enrollment.

You must provide several important documents to get admission at Reach British School. Here’s a list of what you should have:

• A recent photo of the child.
• A colour copy of the child’s passport.
• A colour copy of the child’s UAE residence visa.
• A colour copy of the child’s Emirates ID.
• A copy of the child’s vaccination card.
• Colour copies of the passports and Emirates IDs for both parents.
• A copy of a water or electricity bill or the apartment contract.
• If you are a UAE national, a copy of the UAE family book.
• Copies of the child’s last two school reports.
• For students moving from another school in Abu Dhabi, a continuation letter including the eSIS number.
• Bringing a school transfer certificate for students from outside Abu Dhabi is imperative.
• The birth certificate must be attested if the child was born in Asia or Africa.

These documents are needed to complete the enrolment process. Make sure you have them ready when applying.

Parents should know the age requirements for each grade before starting the admission process.

As stated by ADEK, this rule applies to students as of 31 August for schools starting in September.

Reach British School Abu Dhabi has a fee structure varies by year group. Here are the details:

Fees can be paid in three terms throughout the year or all at once. Start by paying a 5% registration fee, which will be deducted from the tuition later. Continuing students must pay a 5% re-registration fee every May to secure a place for the next year. Authorities will waive this amount from the tuition fee.

The school does not charge for textbooks. However, families must buy uniforms and sports kits from the school's approved supplier. Any additional support will incur extra costs for the student.

Reach British School in Abu Dhabi offers bus services for students. These buses are safe and meet high standards. They have features like GPS tracking, video cameras, and panic buttons to keep children safe. The buses go to many areas in Abu Dhabi, covering:

• Abu Dhabi Island
• Khalifa City
• Officers City
• Shakhbout City
• Al Reef
• Baniyas
• Al Falah Mafraq
• Al Shawamekh
• Al Shamkha
• Mushrif
• Mohammed Bin Zayed City
• Al Wathba
• Shabiya
• Moazaz
• Reem Island

The school charges AED 5000 per year for the bus service. You can contact the school's transportation team to learn more about the bus routes and safety features.

Reach British School has many sports facilities for students to use and enjoy. Here are some of the sports areas available:

• A large swimming pool with controlled water temperature for safe weekly swimming lessons.
• An indoor sports hall where students can play different sports.
• A football field with astroturf.
• A multi-sports pitch for various sports like:
• Athletics
• Basketball
• Other popular sports

The school also has areas where younger students can play safely. These facilities help students learn sports, stay active, and have fun with friends.

• Address: 175 Das St.- Abu Dhabi- United Arab Emirates
• Telephone: +971-2-582-2030
• Email Address: info@reachbritishschool.com
• Official Website: https://reachbritishschool.com/newsletters/