Al Mawahib British Private School
Executive Summary
Al Mawahib British Private School has achieved an overall effectiveness rating of Good, marking an improvement from its previous Acceptable rating in 2024. This positive shift is attributed to strategic planning led by a newly formed governing body and effective leadership from the principal and vice principals. The school has diligently addressed key areas for improvement identified in the prior review.
Significant strengths include students' attainment and progress in Islamic Education and Arabic as a first language (AFL) in Phase 3, alongside general progress across almost all subjects. Students demonstrate positive relationships with staff and enthusiastic attitudes towards learning, coupled with a strong appreciation for Islamic values and UAE society. The school also maintains robust safeguarding procedures and well-maintained facilities that support learning.
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Al Mawahib British Private School Overall Rating
Good
SPEA Performance Standards
The performance standards used by SPEA to evaluate school quality across Sharjah.
The school provides good support for students with special educational needs (SEN) through individualized education plans (IEPs) and a mix of in-class and pull-out support. While activities are planned for more able learners, their consistent completion remains an area for development. special educational needs (SEN)individual education plans (IEPs)
Students exhibit very good personal and social development, characterized by positive attitudes, responsibility, and respect towards peers and staff. The school actively promotes healthy eating and active lifestyles through awareness sessions and physical activities, contributing to a positive and safe environment. positive attitudeshealthy eatingactive lifestyles
Students demonstrate a very good understanding and appreciation of Islamic values and Emirati culture, which are well-integrated across the curriculum. However, attainment in international benchmarking examinations is identified as an area requiring further improvement. Islamic valuesEmirati cultureinternational benchmarking examinations
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Strong Islamic & Arabic Achievement
Students show strong attainment and progress in Islamic Education and Arabic as a first language (AFL) in Phase 3.
Consistent Student Progress
Students demonstrate improved progress across almost all subjects throughout the school.
Positive Student Engagement
Students maintain positive relationships with staff and peers, showing enthusiastic attitudes towards their learning.
Appreciation of UAE Culture
Students have a secure appreciation and understanding of the role and values of Islam and UAE society.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' achievement is good overall, with notable strengths in Islamic Education and Arabic as a first language, especially in Phase 3. Progress is generally good across most subjects, although English and Science in some phases remain at acceptable levels. External benchmarking results in English and Science are weak, indicating a need for further improvement in these areas.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team, including the principal and two vice principals, demonstrates a strong commitment to strategic planning and continuous improvement. They have successfully addressed previous areas for development, fostering positive relationships and ensuring well-maintained facilities that support learning.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is rated as Good overall, with particular strengths in Islamic Education and Arabic as a first language. Students demonstrate good progress across most subjects, though some external benchmark results indicate areas for further development in English and Science.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development and their innovation skills are rated as Very Good overall. Students show positive attitudes, responsibility, and a strong appreciation for Islamic values and UAE culture. They actively participate in community and school activities.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching and assessment is Good overall. Teachers possess secure subject knowledge and employ varied methods to engage students. While lesson planning is effective, the consistent use of assessment data to differentiate instruction and foster critical thinking skills is still developing.
Protection & Care
The protection, care, guidance, and support of students are Good overall. The school has effective safeguarding procedures, promotes healthy lifestyles, and maintains good attendance and punctuality. Individualized support for students with special educational needs is provided.
Areas for Development
- •Improve students’ attainment in international benchmarking examinations.
- •Improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment across all phases.
- •Develop students’ innovation, enterprise and critical thinking skills across all phases.
- •Develop the capacity of middle leaders to improve standards.