Aspen Heights British School

Curriculum
British
ADEK Rating
Good
Location
Abu Dhabi, Al Bahyah
Annual Fees
AED 37K - 64K

Aspen Heights British School

The Executive Summary

Aspen Heights British School Abu Dhabi occupies a distinctive niche among Al Bahyah schools: it is a genuinely community-rooted, eco-conscious British school that has grown steadily from a 2017 start-up into a full FS1-to-Year-13 institution of 1,237 students. The school follows the British curriculum - the English National Curriculum from EYFS through Key Stage 4, culminating in IGCSEs, before transitioning to the IB Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form - a pathway that is increasingly rare among mid-market Abu Dhabi schools. Its ADEK rating Good (2024 Irtiqa inspection) is honest: this is a school that performs solidly, with genuinely impressive early-years and primary provision, but which still has ground to close in its upper secondary phases. School fees Abu Dhabi parents will appreciate a fee band of AED 38,080 to AED 65,290, positioning AHBS as mid-to-premium for the area without reaching the heights of flagship international schools. The BSO accreditation with Excellent and Outstanding ratings, combined with PISA 2022 scores significantly above international averages, gives parents real external validation beyond the ADEK grade alone.
BSO AccreditedIB Diploma Sixth FormADEK Good 2024Eco-Focus Campus

At first I was concerned as Aspen was a brand new school, but our worries have disappeared. The school is very organised in the areas of management, education and in the relationship between teachers and parents. Since my son entered Aspen I have noticed very good progress.

Year 1 Parent

Academic Framework & Learning Style

Aspen Heights British School delivers the English National Curriculum from EYFS through Key Stage 4, with the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) taking over in Years 12 and 13. The school was authorised as an IB World School in 2023, making it one of a small number of Abu Dhabi British-curriculum schools to offer this dual-pathway model. The pedagogical philosophy is built around enquiry-based learning, thematic cross-curricular connections, and what the school calls 'Amazing Learning' - a framework centred on personalised challenge and self-directed progress. In primary, this manifests as thematic half-termly units, Talk for Writing methodology, Number Club mental maths, and phonics via the Read Write Inc. programme. In secondary, the approach shifts towards subject specialisation while retaining collaborative and inquiry elements. The ADEK 2024 Irtiqa inspection provides the most granular academic picture available. In KG (FS1-FS2), attainment and progress in English, mathematics and science are all rated Very Good - a genuinely strong foundation-stage performance. In Cycle 1 (Years 1-4), English attainment improved to Very Good, mathematics attainment to Very Good, and science attainment to Very Good, with progress rated Very Good across all three core subjects. This represents meaningful improvement from the previous inspection. Cycle 2 (Years 5-8) shows Good attainment and progress in core subjects, with mathematics progress rated Very Good. Cycle 3 (Years 9-12) presents a more mixed picture: mathematics attainment is rated only Acceptable, though progress remains Good, signalling that older students are making gains but starting from a lower base. In international benchmarking, the school's PISA 2022 results are genuinely impressive: a reading score of 588.5 against an international average of 476; mathematics at 580 against 472; and science at 571.2 against 485 - all comfortably above both the international average and the school's own targets. TIMSS 2023 results are more nuanced: Year 5 mathematics scored 565.25 (above the international average of 503) and Year 5 science scored 563.49 (above 494), but Year 9 mathematics at 462.29 and Year 9 science at 462.59 both fell below the international average of 478, confirming that upper-secondary academic performance remains a development priority. At IGCSE level, the June 2024 session showed 55% of students achieving Grades 9-5 in mathematics (vs 42.4% UK national) and 67% achieving Grades 9-5 in English (vs 46.4% UK national). The summer 2025 session produced an overall pass rate of 88%, with 35% of entries achieving A*-A (grades 9-7) and 72% achieving A*-B. These are creditable results for a school still building its secondary cohort. The IBDP cohort is in its earliest years, so university destination data is not yet publicly available. Inclusion provision is a genuine strength: 483 students of determination are enrolled (39% of roll), supported by well-developed identification processes and Individual Education Plans. The ADEK report notes that provision for gifted and talented students is less consistent, particularly in upper phases - a known gap the school is working to address. EAL support is embedded across the curriculum given the highly international student body.
588.5
PISA 2022 Reading Score
vs international average of 476
580
PISA 2022 Mathematics Score
vs international average of 472
88%
IGCSE Overall Pass Rate 2025
35% achieving A*-A (grades 9-7)
483
Students of Determination
39% of total school roll

Extracurricular Activities (ECAs)

Extracurricular provision at Aspen Heights British School is broad and deliberately designed to extend learning beyond the classroom. The school offers a wide range of after-school clubs and activities spanning sports, arts, academic enrichment and community engagement. From the school's own communications, the ECA programme includes football, science club, badminton, dance, drama, swimming, basketball, gardening, painting and Arabic - with the list expanding as the school grows its secondary cohort year on year. Sports provision is a particular strength given the campus infrastructure. Students have access to the 25m heated indoor swimming pool with weekly lessons embedded into the curriculum, an astro-turf sports pitch, a multi-purpose sports court, and a large gymnasium. Competitive sports teams represent the school across Abu Dhabi, and the house system - with houses named Earth, Air, Fire and Water reflecting the school's environmental ethos - drives inter-house competition across multiple disciplines. The performing arts are supported by dedicated music rooms, an art and design studio, a dance studio, and specialist music teachers who ensure every student has the opportunity to learn an instrument of their choice. Drama is offered as both a curriculum subject at IGCSE level and as an extracurricular activity. For secondary students, the school offers a range of distinctive enrichment programmes through its membership of the International Schools Partnership (ISP). The ISP Future Global Leaders Conference brings together students aged 13-17 from across the network to debate pressing global issues, developing public speaking, research and leadership skills. The ISP Buddy Exchange Programme enables reciprocal exchanges between ISP schools internationally for students aged 14-17. In October 2025, the school hosted an ISP-University of Toronto LEAP (Leadership Education and Academic Prep) workshop, giving students access to university-level leadership programming. The school's environmental focus generates unique extracurricular experiences: every secondary student participates in the hydroponics greenhouse programme, growing their own produce and learning about sustainable agriculture. The on-campus animal centre - home to fish, chickens and tortoises - forms part of the environmental learning programme. Community service and social responsibility are embedded through environmental projects, and the school participates annually in the ADEK reading challenge and the Chevron Cup reading competition. A book club runs as an after-school activity, and World Book Day and Mother Language Day are celebrated with author visits.
80+
ISP Schools in Network
Cross-school ECA and enrichment opportunities
22+
Countries in ISP Network
International exchange programme access
25m Indoor Swimming PoolISP Global Leaders ConferenceHydroponics ECAISP Buddy ExchangeADEK Reading ChallengeEarth/Air/Fire/Water Houses

Pastoral Care & Well-being

Pastoral care is one of the most consistently praised dimensions of Aspen Heights British School, and the ADEK 2024 Irtiqa inspection confirms this with an Outstanding rating for health, safety and child protection across all phases - the highest possible grade, and notably rare even among Good-rated schools. The inspection team found that students learn in a safe, secure and well-managed environment, supported by robust child protection systems, regular staff training and clear reporting procedures. Students demonstrate confidence about whom to approach with concerns, and safeguarding is monitored carefully by designated leaders. Care and support is rated Very Good across all phases, reflecting the positive relationships between staff and students and the respectful, inclusive culture the school has built since 2017. The school's house system - Earth, Air, Fire and Water - provides a community framework that connects students across year groups and gives older pupils structured leadership opportunities through inter-house activities. A standout pastoral feature highlighted in the inspection report is the school's Mental Health Ambassadors programme, which provides peer support and helps normalise conversations around emotional wellbeing. This is a proactive, student-led initiative that goes beyond standard counselling provision. The school also offers formal counselling services, and wellbeing is positioned as a school-wide priority rather than a reactive intervention. The inspection report does identify areas for further development. Attendance is lower than ideal in primary and post-16 phases, and behaviour in Phase 3 (upper secondary) is less consistent than in other phases, with inspectors noting the behaviour of a small number of boys in a minority of lessons. The school is actively working with parents to raise awareness of attendance and its link to achievement. Student voice and leadership opportunities, while present, could be more systematically embedded, particularly in relation to wellbeing initiatives. Parent engagement is rated Very Good by ADEK inspectors, and the school's own survey data is striking: 97% of parents report that their child is happy at Aspen Heights, and 97% say their child is making good progress. Over 90% of parents agree they would recommend the school to others.

My daughter has been at Aspen Heights since the school opened in September 2017. She absolutely loves her school, her friends and her teachers, and her confidence has grown so much. I love that the children get individual attention, and that the Principal knows the name of each child in her school.

FS2 Parent

Campus & Facilities

Aspen Heights British School occupies a purpose-built campus in the Al Bahyah district of Abu Dhabi, constructed from scratch and opened in September 2017. The facility was designed with an explicit environmental philosophy - natural light, green spaces, and nature-integrated learning areas are built into the architecture rather than added as afterthoughts. This is one of the school's most genuine differentiators in the Abu Dhabi private school landscape. The campus sports an impressive array of facilities for a school of its size and fee band. The centrepiece is the 25-metre heated indoor swimming pool, which accommodates weekly curriculum swimming lessons for all year groups. Outdoor sports provision includes an astro-turf sports pitch, a multi-purpose sports court, and age-appropriate shaded playgrounds with bespoke wooden trim-trails and climbing equipment. The large multi-purpose sports hall and gymnasium supports PE, dance and a wide range of extracurricular activities. A dedicated dance studio serves both curriculum and ECA needs. Academic facilities include well-resourced, naturally lit classrooms equipped with interactive smartboards, dedicated science laboratories, art and design rooms, food technology rooms, IT suites, and specialist music rooms. The school library houses 8,449 English books and 978 Arabic books, staffed by a full-time librarian and assistant, with two reading provision leaders overseeing the digital reading system. Students from FS2 to Year 8 access the myON digital library; older students use JSTOR for academic research. Technology infrastructure is a deliberate strength: the school is a Google for Education certified institution, with Chromebooks provided for every student from Year 1 upwards. FS classrooms use iPads, tablets and control technology including remote-controlled devices and drones. Augmented reality (AR) tools are used across the curriculum. This positions AHBS as one of the more digitally advanced schools in the Al Bahyah area. The school's signature environmental features set it apart from virtually every other Abu Dhabi school: a hydroponics greenhouse where students cultivate their own fruit, vegetables and herbs, and an animal centre housing fish, chickens and tortoises. These are not decorative additions - they are integrated into the curriculum and used for science, sustainability and environmental education at all levels. The campus is located on Al Wuthouq Street in Al Bahyah, conveniently positioned for families in Al Raha Beach, Khalifa City A, Al Reef, Yas Island, Reem Island and surrounding communities. The school operates a monitored bus service covering Abu Dhabi Island, Al Reem Island, Raha Beach, Khalifa City A, Al Reef, Yas Island, Samha, Shalila, Rahba, Old and New Shahama, Bahia, Hydra Village, Shamkha and Al Falah.
8,449
English Books in Library
Plus 978 Arabic books and digital myON access
2017
Purpose-Built Campus Year
Designed with environmental focus from construction
25m Heated Indoor PoolGoogle for EducationHydroponics GreenhouseAnimal CentreChromebooks Year 1+Astro-Turf PitchBSO-Inspected Facilities

Teaching & Learning Quality

Teaching quality at Aspen Heights British School shows a clear and documented upward trajectory, confirmed by the ADEK 2024 Irtiqa inspection. In KG (Foundation Stage), teaching for effective learning is rated Very Good - the highest phase rating - reflecting teachers' strong command of EYFS pedagogy, effective use of creative outdoor spaces and consistent use of assessment data to tailor lessons. The BSO inspection report specifically noted that 'teachers make excellent use of the wide range of resources and creative outdoor spaces to deliver interesting lessons across all subject areas.' In Cycle 1 (Years 1-4), teaching improved from Good to a consistent Good in the most recent inspection, with assessment practices rated Very Good - inspectors found that teachers in this phase are particularly skilled at using diagnostic assessment data to adapt their teaching and differentiate tasks effectively. In Cycles 2 and 3 (Years 5-12), teaching remains at Good, though inspectors identified variability: some teachers demonstrate strong practice, but the quality is not yet consistent enough across all classes and subjects, particularly in the upper secondary phase. The school employs 92 teachers and 52 teaching assistants, giving a total teaching staff of 144 across 1,237 students. The primary teacher nationalities are UK, Ireland and Egypt, with all non-Arabic staff being native English speakers holding a minimum Bachelor's degree, appropriate teaching qualification and two years' experience. The school's membership of ISP provides access to a comprehensive professional development programme, including cross-school collaboration, peer observation and leadership development pathways. Assessment practices are a noted strength. All teachers access a wide range of data including GL Progress Tests (administered in Years 2-11 in mathematics, science and English) and Arabic Benchmark Tests. GL PTM mathematics scores in AY2023/24 are Very Good in both Phases 2 and 3; GL PTS science is Very Good in both phases. GL PTE English is Good in Phase 2 but Weak in Phase 3 - a gap that aligns with the broader secondary improvement agenda. The ADEK report identifies key development priorities: more consistent implementation of differentiation for gifted and talented students; increasing opportunities for critical thinking, problem-solving and independent learning in lessons; and strengthening middle leaders' capacity to evaluate teaching quality with a clear focus on learning outcomes. Teacher retention data is not publicly disclosed, but the school's stable founding leadership and ISP network membership are positive indicators for staff continuity.
92
Qualified Teachers
Plus 52 teaching assistants
1:13
Teacher-to-Student Ratio
Based on 92 teachers to 1,237 students
Very Good
Assessment Rating (KG & Cycles 1-2)
ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection finding

Leadership & Management

Aspen Heights British School was founded in September 2017 under Principal Emma Jane Shanahan, who held the role from the school's opening through to late 2024 - a tenure of over seven years that provided remarkable stability during the school's formative growth phase. The ADEK 2024 inspection explicitly credits the principal with having 'a clear vision for the development of the school' and notes that she built leadership capacity within senior and middle leadership teams through a comprehensive professional development programme. The effectiveness of leadership is rated Good by ADEK inspectors, with all other aspects of leadership and management - self-evaluation, parent and community links, governance, and day-to-day management - rated Very Good. The school is owned and operated by International Schools Partnership (ISP), a for-profit global education group with 80+ schools across 22 countries. ISP provides governance oversight, quality assurance frameworks, professional development infrastructure, and access to international learning opportunities. The governing body is described by inspectors as effective, supporting the principal in building leadership capacity and maintaining strategic direction. ISP's scale also provides financial security and access to curriculum resources, technology investment and recruitment networks that smaller independent schools cannot match. Parent communication is rated Very Good by ADEK inspectors and is a genuine strength of the school. Parents access information through the iSAMS parent portal, regular newsletters, weekly assemblies (which classes lead and share learning), and direct contact with teachers. The school's parent survey results - with over 90% satisfaction across all key measures - reflect a community that feels genuinely connected to the school's life. School self-evaluation and improvement planning is rated Very Good, with inspectors noting a detailed action plan targeting international benchmark performance. The ADEK report does recommend that the school consult more widely with all stakeholders on improvement priorities and revise its observation checklist to include student learning skills - areas the leadership team is actively addressing. The Head of Secondary, Dr. Kate Plumb, provides specialist secondary leadership as the school's upper phases continue to develop.

ADEK Inspection Results (Irtiqa - Decoded)

The most recent ADEK Irtiqa inspection of Aspen Heights British School took place in February 2025 (reported as AY2024/25), covering the full school from KG through Cycle 3. The overall rating is Good - the school's third consecutive Good rating, having been inspected in 2018-19, May 2022, and now 2025. Critically, this is not a static Good: the inspection report documents meaningful improvement across multiple performance standards since the previous inspection, particularly in the lower phases. The inspection framework organises findings across six performance standards (PS1-PS6). The headline story is one of a school with genuinely excellent early-years and lower-primary provision, solid middle-school performance, and an upper-secondary phase (Cycle 3, Years 9-12) that is still maturing. Health and safety including safeguarding is rated Outstanding across all four phases - an exceptional finding that reflects the school's deep commitment to student welfare. Teaching in KG and assessment in KG, Cycle 1 and Cycle 2 are all rated Very Good. Curriculum design and implementation is Very Good across all phases. The school's improvement trajectory is positive. English attainment in KG improved from Good to Very Good; mathematics attainment in KG improved from Acceptable to Very Good; science attainment in KG improved from Acceptable to Very Good. In Cycle 1, mathematics progress improved from Good to Very Good. These gains reflect the impact of strong teaching in lower phases and effective use of assessment data. The ADEK 2026 inspection will be the key test of whether improvements in Cycles 2 and 3 have been sustained. The two principal areas for development identified by inspectors are: raising attainment in Cycles 3 and 4 to match the strong performance of lower phases; and embedding more consistent strategies for critical thinking, differentiation and student innovation across all lessons. Attendance, particularly in primary and post-16, is also flagged as requiring continued attention.
Outstanding Safeguarding & Child Protection
Health and safety, including child protection arrangements, is rated Outstanding across all four phases - KG, Cycle 1, Cycle 2 and Cycle 3. This is the highest possible ADEK grade and reflects robust systems, regular staff training, clear reporting procedures and a school culture where students feel safe and know who to approach.
Strong Early Years & Lower Primary Achievement
In KG, attainment and progress in English, mathematics and science are all Very Good - significantly improved from the previous inspection. Cycle 1 shows Very Good progress in all three core subjects. Teaching quality in KG is Very Good, with effective use of assessment data and creative outdoor learning spaces.
Very Good Curriculum Design Across All Phases
Curriculum design and implementation is rated Very Good in all four phases, with curriculum adaptation rated Very Good in KG and Cycle 1. Senior leaders demonstrate in-depth knowledge of EYFS, the English National Curriculum and the IB Diploma Programme, ensuring coherent progression across the full school journey.
Upper Secondary Attainment Gap

Mathematics attainment in Cycle 3 (Years 9-12) is rated only Acceptable, and TIMSS 2023 Year 9 scores fell below international averages in both mathematics and science. Inspectors recommend raising attainment across all subjects in Cycles 3 and 4 to align with the stronger performance in lower phases, including more consistent lesson planning and peer support for less effective teachers.

Critical Thinking & Gifted Provision

While identification of students with additional learning needs is strong, provision for gifted and talented students is less consistent, particularly in upper phases. Inspectors recommend increasing opportunities for critical thinking, problem-solving, innovation and independent learning in lessons across the school, and ensuring that more able students receive sufficiently challenging and well-defined targets.

Rating History

2018-19
Good
2022
Good
2024-25
Good

Fees & Value for Money

Aspen Heights British School's 2025-26 school fees Abu Dhabi range from AED 38,080 for FS1/Nursery to AED 65,290 for Year 13, with a clear step-up structure across phases. The fee schedule is published transparently on the school website and is ADEK-approved. A registration fee applies at enrolment: AED 1,900 for FS1 through Year 1, and AED 2,400 for Year 2 and above. Fees are payable in three instalments aligned to the school's term dates: Term 1 by 1st August, Term 2 by 1st December, and Term 3 by 1st March. The school accepts payment by cash, cheque, credit card and online banking. For context, the fee band positions AHBS as mid-to-premium within the Al Bahyah and broader Abu Dhabi west corridor market. It is significantly more affordable than flagship international schools in central Abu Dhabi or on Yas Island, while offering a comparable British curriculum, BSO accreditation and IB Sixth Form pathway. For families in Al Reef, Al Raha Beach, Khalifa City and surrounding communities, the combination of accessible fees, strong facilities and monitored bus service represents genuine value. The school offers meaningful sibling discounts for families with two or more children enrolled, with discounts ranging from 5% to 10% depending on the number of siblings. Residents of Al Reef 1 and Al Reef 2 receive a 10% discount on tuition fees - a notable community benefit. Corporate discounts are available for employees of ADNOC, Fazaa, ESAAD and other partner organisations. Bus transport is charged at AED 5,000 per annum per child, in line with ADEK policy. Uniform is available from the on-site uniform shop. External examination fees for Year 11 (IGCSE) and Year 13 (IB) are charged separately and are the responsibility of parents. The school also operates Oasis, a specialist inclusion programme with its own fee structure: Oasis KS1 at AED 54,410 plus therapy fees, and Oasis KS2 at AED 60,000 plus therapy fees. This provision reflects the school's significant inclusion commitment but families should budget for additional therapy costs separately. Overall value-for-money verdict: for families in Al Bahyah and surrounding communities seeking a British curriculum school with genuine eco-credentials, strong early-years provision, BSO accreditation and an IB Sixth Form pathway, AHBS offers competitive value at its price point. The upper-secondary academic performance gap means it is not yet the premium product its facilities and ethos suggest it could become - but the trajectory is positive.
AED 38,080
Lowest Annual Fee (FS1)
AED 65,290
Highest Annual Fee (Year 13)
PhaseYear GroupsAnnual Fee
Foundation StageFS138,080
Foundation StageFS238,080
PrimaryYear 138,080
PrimaryYear 248,960
PrimaryYear 348,960
PrimaryYear 448,960
PrimaryYear 548,960
PrimaryYear 648,960
SecondaryYear 748,960
SecondaryYear 854,410
SecondaryYear 954,410
SecondaryYear 1054,410
SecondaryYear 1159,850
Sixth FormYear 1259,850
Sixth FormYear 1365,290

Additional Costs

Registration Fee (FS1-Year 1)1,900(one-time)
Registration Fee (Year 2 and above)2,400(one-time)
Bus Transport5,000(annual)
External Examination Fees (Year 11 IGCSE)Variable(annual)
External Examination Fees (Year 13 IB)Variable(annual)
School UniformVariable(one-time)
Oasis KS1 Programme (inclusion)54,410 + therapy fees(annual)
Oasis KS2 Programme (inclusion)60,000 + therapy fees(annual)
Scholarships & Bursaries
No formal scholarship or bursary programme is publicly advertised by the school. Sibling discounts (5-10%), Al Reef resident discount (10%) and corporate partner discounts are available. Parents are encouraged to contact the Admissions team directly to discuss flexible payment arrangements.

The Final Verdict: Who Is This School For?

Aspen Heights British School is a genuinely good school that has earned its ADEK Good rating through consistent improvement since 2017 - not by standing still. Its strongest case is made for families with children in Foundation Stage through Year 6: the early-years and lower-primary provision is rated Very Good by ADEK inspectors, the facilities are excellent for the price point, and the school's environmental ethos and community warmth are authentic rather than marketed. The BSO accreditation with Excellent and Outstanding ratings, combined with PISA 2022 scores significantly above international averages, provides meaningful external validation. For families considering the school for secondary and sixth form, the picture is more nuanced. The IGCSE results are improving - 88% overall pass rate in 2025, 35% A*-A - and the IB Diploma pathway is a genuine asset for university-bound students. But Cycle 3 mathematics attainment remains Acceptable, and TIMSS Year 9 scores fell below international averages. Parents with high-achieving older children should ask direct questions about upper-secondary challenge and differentiation before committing. The school's inclusion provision is a genuine strength: with 483 students of determination enrolled and Outstanding safeguarding across all phases, AHBS is one of the most inclusive schools in the Al Bahyah area. Families of children with additional learning needs will find well-developed identification systems, Individual Education Plans and the specialist Oasis programme. The caveat is that gifted and talented provision is less consistent - a known gap the school is working to address. On value for money, AHBS is competitive for what it delivers. Fees of AED 38,080 to AED 65,290 sit below many comparable British-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, and the campus quality, ISP network access, and IB Sixth Form pathway justify the mid-premium positioning. The Al Reef resident discount and sibling discounts make the school meaningfully more accessible for local families.

THE “RIGHT FIT”

Families with children aged 3-11 seeking a warm, community-rooted British curriculum school with outstanding pastoral care, genuine eco-credentials and strong lower-primary academics - particularly those living in Al Reef, Al Raha Beach, Khalifa City or Al Bahyah who value proximity and the school bus network.

THE “WRONG FIT”

Families whose primary driver is top-tier upper-secondary academic results or who need a school with a long track record of IB Diploma outcomes and published university destination data - for these families, more established secondary schools in central Abu Dhabi may be a stronger fit until AHBS's upper phases fully mature.

The school is very good - it is very organised in the areas of management, education and in the relationship between teachers and parents. They are very approachable and encourage families to be involved in activities.

Year 1 Parent

Pros

  • Outstanding ADEK safeguarding rating across all four phases
  • Very Good early-years and lower-primary academic performance
  • BSO accredited with Excellent and Outstanding inspection ratings
  • PISA 2022 scores significantly above international averages
  • IB Diploma Programme pathway from Year 12
  • Unique hydroponics greenhouse and animal centre on campus
  • Strong inclusion provision with 483 students of determination supported
  • Competitive fees for the facilities and curriculum offered

Cons

  • Upper secondary (Cycle 3) mathematics attainment rated only Acceptable by ADEK
  • TIMSS Year 9 scores in maths and science below international averages
  • IB Diploma cohort too new for published university destination data
  • Gifted and talented provision less consistent in upper phases