Al Resalah American International School - branch Al Rahmaniyah, Sharjah
SPEA Inspection Report & Ratings
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Executive Summary
Al Resalah American International School LLC has achieved an overall effectiveness rating of Good, marking an improvement since its previous review. The school has diligently focused on addressing prior recommendations, leading to widespread enhancements across all areas. Leadership at all levels demonstrates a strong commitment to strategic planning and has successfully implemented a devolved responsibility approach for performance standards.
Significant improvements are evident in almost all subjects, with external MAP examination results also showing positive trends. Students consistently make successful transitions to university, often pursuing medical or business pathways. The school maintains robust procedures for student safeguarding and protection, complemented by a well-maintained environment that actively supports learning.
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Al Resalah American International School - branch Al Rahmaniyah 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 of determination, with teachers generally offering one-to-one assistance and modified worksheets. Assessment data is effectively used to tailor teaching and curriculum adaptations for students with special educational needs. The school also has a strong Special Educational Needs Department. Students of DeterminationSpecial Educational Needs Department
Students demonstrate positive attitudes, responsible behavior, and self-discipline, showing respect and sensitivity towards others. The school ensures good health and safety arrangements, including child protection, and provides effective care and support. Students participate in activities promoting safe and healthy lifestyles. positive attitudessafe and healthy livingchild protection
The school shows improvement in external MAP examination results, and students successfully progress to higher education. While progress is noted, the school is actively working to further enhance students' achievement in national and international standard tests across all phases. MAP examinationsnational and international standard tests
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Academic Progress
Students demonstrate strong progress in nearly all subjects across all educational phases.
Positive Ethos
Students exhibit excellent behavior, coupled with a deep appreciation for Islamic values and Emirati culture.
Effective Assessment Use
The school effectively utilizes assessment data to inform and enhance teaching practices and curriculum design.
Student Safeguarding
High-quality provision ensures the protection, care, guidance, and support of all students.
Strong Leadership
The school benefits from robust leadership and effective governance, driving continuous improvement.
Academic Performance Breakdown
The school's improvement plan has led to progress in almost all subjects across all phases, with external MAP examination results also showing improvement.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team at Al Resalah American International School demonstrates a strong focus on strategic planning and has successfully implemented a system of devolved responsibility. This approach, coupled with effective self-evaluation and improvement planning, has driven significant enhancements across the school. Leaders ensure a supportive and well-resourced learning environment.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is rated as Good overall, with strong progress observed in almost all subjects across all phases. Students demonstrate effective learning skills and successfully progress to university pathways, particularly in medical and business fields.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development and innovation skills are Good overall. They exhibit positive attitudes, responsible behavior, and a deep appreciation for Islamic values and Emirati culture. Students are self-disciplined and show respect for others.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching and assessment is Good overall. Teachers possess thorough subject knowledge, adapt teaching to meet diverse needs, and plan purposeful lessons. Assessment data is effectively used to inform planning and curriculum adaptations, tracking student progress over time.
Protection & Care
The provision for the protection, care, guidance, and support of students is Good. The school has robust safeguarding procedures, promotes healthy living, and ensures a well-maintained environment. Students feel safe and supported, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
Areas for Development
- •Improve students’ achievement in national and international standard tests across the school.
- •Enhance teaching and learning quality in all subjects, with a specific focus on Islamic Education in Middle and Arabic in High.
- •Develop more innovative and challenging teaching practices to inspire all students and maximize their achievement across all subjects and phases.
- •Ensure consistent use of Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs) to support students of determination and gifted and talented students.