Student Academics
These guidelines have been created so that students are clear on the expectations within ESTEP Schools.
The Academic Programmes
There are three academic programmes in Ansarudeen Schools comprising of three schools:
- Nursery Schools (Year 1 – 3 )
- The Primary Schools (Year 1 – 6 )
- The Secondary School ( Year 1 -3 Known as Primary 7 – 9)
( Year 1 – 3 Known as Senior Secondary School) We use the National Curriculum that is issued by the National Education
Research and Development Council blended with Arabic International Standard to combine academic rigour with the skills and attitudes appropriate to the challenges and opportunities of contemporary society.
ESTEP Schools Programme provides a thorough study of various subject disciplines, as listed in the curriculum model.
While acknowledging the unique role that each subject contributes to a student’s basic educational foundation, it also emphasises the inter-relatedness of these subject areas through interdisciplinary projects and activities.
Through Service, Action and Projects, students are supported in applying their knowledge on a personal, local, national and international level. Encircling the model is a band of International Mindedness, which
signifies the open-mindedness of our students to different approaches to problems and points of view around the world.
Grade Placement
A child’s grade level placement should allow for success academically and socially. The placement of new students is based on
three factors:
✓ The age of the student by the 1st of August
✓ A record of at least 2 complete years of report cards from previous school
✓ The criteria for advancement to the next grade level are based on a collaborative evaluation of students by the Advisor,
Principal, curriculum coordinator and year level teachers through a written test
Materials
All students must have the necessary materials for full class participation. This includes a ruler, pens, pencils, exercise books,
relevant textbooks as well as any other designated subject specific material at all times. If students do not have the materials
necessary for learning then the teacher will contact home.
Assessment Tasks
All assessment tasks set by teachers will be placed on the class notice board with adequate time for the students to complete
them. It is each student’s responsibility to check deadlines and assessment tasks.
Deadlines for Assignments
Students are expected to meet the assigned deadlines set by teachers. All students should strive to meet the deadline. If
students miss a deadline due to an excused absence, it is their responsibility to submit all outstanding pieces of work and/or
catch up with missed work upon return to school. If a student misses a deadline due to an excused absence, the teacher will
provide the student with a new deadline. If the student misses the adjusted deadline, the work will be read, but a grade of 0 will
be assigned to the students profile for that assessment task. If no assignment is handed in, a 0 is placed in the students profile.
Long term issues with regard to homework will warrant a parent meeting to resolve issues.
Homework
Homework is an essential part of a child’s educational progress at Ansarudeen Schools. Doing homework will help develop many
valuable skills such as good study habits, time management, responsibility, and perseverance. Teachers will assign homework
that will foster individual learning and growth that is appropriate for their grade level. It is the student’s responsibility to complete
and submit homework on time.
External Examinations
Students in JSS3 and SSS# undertake formal exams coordinated by external bodies. Additional fees are incurred for this
examinations.
Field Trips
Class trips are designed to be social and educational. Trips are scheduled at various times throughout the school year and all
students are required to participate, as they enrich the class curriculum. Parents will be notified of all field trips at least one week
in advance. Students must agree to abide by the guidelines set by the school. Behavior expectations and conduct procedures on
such trips are congruent with the schools.
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in a student being asked to return home at the parents’ expense. Field trips can
vary from half a day or to a week-long trip.
College Counselling
Ansarudeen Schools students urge to attend colleges and universities are supported by the College Counsellor with selection
choices, recommendations, application letters and essays.
Graduation Ceremony
Students in Senior Secondary School 3, Primary Six and Nursery 3 will attend a graduation ceremony in May to mark the
completion of their final examination. The event will take place on campus.
Reports and Grades
Students will receive progress reports throughout the year which are accessible through parents visit to any of the schools.
Grades awarded in December are based on all work from August -December. End of year grades awarded in June are a
reflection of the whole academic year.
Grading System
The primary aim of assessment at the Ansarudeen Group of Schools is to support and promote student learning. Effective and
varied assessment is essential in providing students with ongoing evaluations and feedback on their academic achievements
within the subject areas to monitor and measure student progress. Students are assessed by using criterion-related assessment.
Both formative and summative assessment levels are used to determine a student’s final grades.
Student Support Services (SSS)
The Student Support Services consist of the school health service and the school psychologist. At Ansarudeen Schools, a
student’s academic achievement, as well as physical and psychological development is crucial to a positive and enriching school
experience. The purpose of the student support services (SSS) is to nurture physical and psychological development and equip
the students with skills they need to fully integrate into the school community, access the curriculum, and lead healthy and happy
lives.
The School Health Service
The School Health Service is run by a Health Visitor in collaboration with the student, parents and teachers. The aim of the
Health Service is to reinforce the student’s health and lifestyle. This is done by:
✓ Making the student able, through their schooling, to take responsibility for their own health.
✓ Detecting early signs of illness and developmental problems and poor health.
✓ Giving extra assistance to students with health problems or poor well-being.
The Health Visitor offers a combination of talks, sight and hearing tests and measures height and weight. Talks and check-ups
are offered to selected class levels and as needs arise for individual students.Talks take place individually or in small groups.
Dependent on the age group, relevant matters are discussed, together with the child’s own feelings about his/her well-being,
health and health patterns. The Health Visitor is not responsible for the first aid t casualties nor does she give vaccinations.
Should the need arise for medical treatment, a referral to the child’s own doctor, eye or ear specialist will be given.
Physical and Health Education
Physical and Health Education is a mandatory subject for all Ansarudeen students without which they will not pass from one
class to the other. All students are expected to participate in physical education (PHE) as this is an essential component of a
child’s holistic development. In case of illness or minor injury, Students requesting permission to be excused from PHE classes
must have obtain permission from the Vice Principal or his class teacher and PHE teacher. A detailed explanation in the note is
required. A student will still be expected to complete the homework and related assessments. Long terms absences or injuries
need to be covered by a doctor’s note.
PHE classes are held within the school premises. Students are expected to arrive on time, respect school rules, and bring
appropriate sports clothes to class. Respect and cooperation are expected from the s tudents at all times while they are using
public facilities in the Sports Hall and when on public transport to and from the venue.
Rules and Regulations
School Rules
The school rules are intended to develop self-discipline by allowing students to take on responsibilities and enabling the
institution including staff, substitute teachers, tutors, parents and students to live in a climate of confidence and cooperation,
which is essential to education.
Students’ Rights
The student has the right to:
✓ Good education and teachers who deliver effective instruction and assessment.
✓ Rest time
✓ Access to information, especially that which contributes to his/her mental, moral and social
✓ development
✓ Protection from information that may be detrimental to this development
✓ Express his/her opinion on all matters which concern him/her. This opinion must be expressed in a manner that adheres to the
standards of behavior and citizenship and be acknowledged by teachers, educational consultants, and the headmaster
✓ Be protected against abuse (physical and psychological), and the effects thereof
✓ Access preventative programmes, which provide support in dealing with the aforementioned issues
✓ Seek assistance in the event that he/she faces an overwhelming problem
✓ Seek additional instruction in the case that she/he experiences difficulty in grasping the contents of the curriculum
✓ Special care in legitimate cases (illness, disability, exceptional abilities or talent)
✓ Learn and develop in a healthy environment devoid of harmful substances (within the school’s capacities)
✓ Social, emotional support throughout each programme
✓ Be protected from all forms of sexual abuse.
Line of Support
If a student is experiencing problems at school, they should first try and resolve the problem themselves by confronting those
directly concerned. If the problem continues the advisory or subject teacher should be involved. Should the problem continue, the
Principal will become involved.
Student Responsibilities
In order for there to be a harmonious environment, the student also has his/ her part to play. A student’s responsibilities include:
✓ Demonstrating the required standard of care and respect towards all persons with whom they deal at school at all times.
✓ Avoiding disruptive or exhibiting otherwise inappropriate behavior including swearing or fighting during lessons or in the
corridor areas, stealing, consuming tobacco, alcohol, or illegal substances.
✓ Coming to school organized, positive, and ready to learn. Striving to do well in all areas.
✓ Attending all lessons and submitting work on time.
✓ Submitting academically honest work.
✓ Entering and leaving the school through the designated entrance and remaining in the building during lessons unless they
have been granted permission to leave by a staff member of the school.
✓ Ensuring that appropriate clothing is worn.
✓ Taking all personal belongings or keeping them in lockers at the end of the day.
✓ Refraining from bringing any objects, material, or substances which may be harmful to them or other persons to school.
✓ Refraining from bringing large amounts of money or unnecessary valuables to school. The school is not responsible for stolen
or lost items such as cellular phones, laptops, jewelry, etc. If any items are lost during school time the incident must be reported
to a teacher immediately
✓ Maintaining proper hygiene at all times.
Discipline Measures
When an issue arises, the school, in the first instance, looks to find ways in which to encourage a student tomake positive
decisions through role modelling, dialogue, and mediation, and parental collaboration. When students are totally unable to follow
the expected code of conduct and do not respond to methods of encouragement, they can expect to be subject to disciplinary
action in the form of
★ Teacher warning
★ Parent contacted
★ Meeting with the Principal
In more severe cases, such as those listed below, more stringent consequences such as suspension, working with outside
agencies, and/or expulsion may be options.
❏ Commits or threatens to commit physical harm to another student or adult or brings offensive weapons to school
❏ Possesses or uses tobacco and/or drugs on or near the school campus.
❏ Behaves in a completely disrespectful way while at school or on a school trip
❏ Destructs school property or that belonging to a student, the school, or to a teacher.
❏ Participates in repeated bullying behavior
If at any time a student’s disciplinary record includes three (3) documented disciplinary actions within the school year or if serious
or unacceptable behavior continues to occur, the student will be expelled from school. Serious misbehavior or actions occurring
outside of a particular classroom are handled at the discretion of the administration.
Guide Lines for Daily Regulations
Dress Code
Clothing should be dressed appropriately for a school setting and also for the weather. Clothing that is made of see-through
material or that is excessively torn or that is very short is inappropriate. Shoes must be worn at all times. Students are
encouraged to wear trainers or sneakers at school to allow for maximum motional flexibility. If a teacher deems a student as
dressed inappropriately, the student may be directed to go home, cover up, or asked to change clothes.
Hats/berets/caps/hoods/knitted caps/coats may not be worn in the building.
Inappropriate Language
Inappropriate or bad language, including swear words, racial slurs and other profanities will not be tolerated. Students are
encouraged to use language and tone that are courteous and respectful, without the need to use inappropriate language. If the
use of inappropriate or bad language continues, the student will be referred to their advisory teacher and/or the principal.
School Property
The school is for all of our benefit. Students must respect all school property. Sports equipment, games, computers and
electronic devices must be used according to the appropriate instructions and under the supervision of school staff members.
Students are responsible for all materials and books lent to them for the duration of the school year. In the event of loss or
damage, students must replace damaged materials or compensate the school for the full cost of the item.
Bullying Policy
Bullying is a serious matter and requires awareness from teachers, students, and parents. School employees will take immediate
action against bullying. Parents must contact their child’s teacher if they suspect their child or another child is being bullied. It is
important that students can express their concerns to an adult if they are being bullied or harassed at school.
Definition of bullying
Bullying is different from teasing and it is therefore important to define the concept.
“A person is bullied when he or she is exposed, repeatedly and over time, to negative actions on the part of one or more other
persons, and he or she has difficulty defending himself or herself.”
Bullying at School: What We Know and What We Can Do.
This definition includes three important components: - Bullying is aggressive behavior that involves unwanted, negative actions.
- Bullying involves a pattern of behavior repeated over time.
- Bullying involves an imbalance of power or strength.
Bullying may involve the following:
❏ Physical bullying, pushing, hitting, kicking, etc.
❏ Verbal bullying, actions accompanied by words, threats or insults.
❏ Cyber bullying – includes internet gaming, emails, texts, social networks, manipulation of images, and slander
❏ Social exclusion
❏ Actions without words using grimaces or gestures.
❏ Negative actions meant to intentionally annoy or hurt.
Signs of bullying:
The person being bullied will be inclined to:
★ Be passive, withdrawing from the community.
★ Go off by themselves and be alone during breaks.
★ Seek little adult contact.
★ Demonstrate low self-esteem.
★ Be late or absent from class.
★ Poor grades.
★ Be afraid to go to school.
Adults should be aware of the above warning signs, but also know that they can be caused by other things. Sudden or major
changes in behavior are important signs. It is important to create a dialogue with students and an environment where they can
discuss their feelings openly.
YOU ARE ADVISED TO READ THE SCHOOL POLICY ON BULLYING AVAILABLE IN THE SCHOOL POLICY BOOKLET
School-Home Partnership Agreement
By signing the School-Home contract I agree to:
✓ Read all school communications, emails and letters sent to me by the administration and class teachers.
✓ Keep my contact details (address, phone number etc.) up to date in your recods, and I will inform the school of any changes to
my contact details by sending an e-mail to info@Ansarudeen Schools .
✓ Attend bi-annual parent-information meetings and parent consultations to receive information about my child’s progress at
school.
✓ Follow the absence and lateness policies and procedures outlined in the Parent-Student Handbook.
✓ Provide my child with a laptop for his/her educational needs at latest by the 1 st week September.
Please fill out one form per child and return it to the class advisor in the first week of September
Student’s Last Name: _____
First Name: __________
Programme level of Student _
Date:
I have read and understood the information, policies and guidelines in the Ansarudeen Schools Parent-Student Handbook.
Please sign: Parent: ______________
(Please print full name) (Signature)
Guardian:___________________
(Please print full name) (Signature)
Student: ____________________
(Please print full name) (Signature)
