Al Rowad British Private school, Sharjah
SPEA Inspection Report & Ratings
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Executive Summary
Al Rowad British Private School received an overall effectiveness rating of Acceptable in its latest inspection from 27 to 30 January 2025. This rating is consistent with the previous review, indicating a stable performance with notable improvements in specific areas. The school's leadership has established a clear strategic direction, implementing training programs that have positively impacted student achievement.
Significant improvements were observed in student achievement, particularly in Arabic as a First Language (AFL), Arabic as a Second Language (ASL), Islamic education, and social studies in Phase 3, where ratings improved from acceptable to Good. Physical education (PE) also saw improvement to good in Phases 2 and 3. Students' personal development in Phase 3 improved from acceptable to good, and teaching and assessment in Arabic-medium subjects in Phase 3 also reached a good standard. The curriculum is broad and relevant, fostering student wellbeing, and the governors provide strong support to the school.
Despite these gains, areas for development include raising student achievement and learning skills to at least good across all subjects. The school also needs to enhance the quality and impact of teaching and the use of assessment data to further improve student outcomes. Curriculum provision should be better adapted to cater to the diverse needs and abilities of all students, and the overall impact of leadership and management on student outcomes requires further strengthening to improve school effectiveness.
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Al Rowad British Private school Overall Rating
Acceptable for 2+ consecutive years
SPEA Performance Standards
The performance standards used by SPEA to evaluate school quality across Sharjah.
The provision for students of determination is acceptable. The school effectively identifies students with special educational needs and provides appropriate support, although there is room for further development in tailoring the curriculum to meet their diverse needs. students of determination
Students' wellbeing is good, with effective arrangements for their care and support. The school promotes safe and healthy lifestyles, and students demonstrate positive attitudes and respectful relationships with peers and staff. Attendance has improved and is good. safe and healthy livespositive attitudes
The school's progress in meeting the National Agenda targets is acceptable. While students' attainment in external assessments like CAT 4 and GLPTE is broadly in line with national and international expectations, there is a need to further enhance critical thinking and innovation skills. National Agenda targetsCAT 4GLPTE
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Improved Arabic Achievement
Student achievement in Arabic as a First Language (AFL) and Arabic as a Second Language (ASL) has improved to Good in Phase 3.
Strong Islamic & UAE Values
Students demonstrate a good understanding of Islamic values and the culture and heritage of the UAE across the school, particularly in Phases 2 and 3.
Enhanced PE Performance
Achievement in Physical Education (PE) has improved to Good in Phases 2 and 3, reflecting better skills and fitness levels.
Effective Day-to-Day Management
The school's day-to-day management is a key strength, ensuring smooth operations and a well-organized learning environment.
Teachers' Subject Knowledge
Teachers possess secure subject knowledge, contributing to clear explanations and effective learning in many lessons.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' achievement is acceptable overall, with notable improvements in Arabic-medium subjects and PE in Phase 3. However, high-attaining and gifted and talented students are not always sufficiently challenged to accelerate their progress in English, Mathematics, and Science.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team, including the principal, provides a clear strategic direction and has initiated training programs to improve teaching and learning. While the day-to-day management is effective, leaders need to enhance their capacity to monitor, evaluate, and drive consistent improvements across all subjects and phases, particularly in challenging higher-attaining students and adapting the curriculum to diverse needs.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is acceptable overall, with significant improvements in Arabic-medium subjects and PE in Phase 3. However, achievement in English, Mathematics, and Science remains acceptable, and learning skills, particularly critical thinking and innovation, are underdeveloped across all phases.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development is acceptable overall, with good ratings in Phases 1 and 3. Students show positive attitudes, respect Islamic values and UAE culture, and participate in community events. However, the behavior of a few boys in Phase 2 needs improvement, and innovation skills are not fully developed.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching and assessment is acceptable overall. Teachers possess secure subject knowledge, and teaching in Arabic-medium subjects in Phase 3 has improved to good. However, teaching strategies do not consistently cater to diverse student needs, and the use of assessment data to adapt lessons and challenge all students effectively is inconsistent.
Protection & Care
The protection, care, guidance, and support of students are good. Students feel safe, understand healthy living, and attendance has improved. The school provides effective care and support, although further development is needed in promoting sustainability projects beyond the local community.
Areas for Development
- •Improve students’ achievement and learning skills to be at least good in all subjects, ensuring consistent progress across all phases and student groups.
- •Enhance the quality and impact of teaching and the use of assessment data to effectively raise students’ achievement across all subjects and cater to individual needs.
- •Review and adapt the curriculum provision to better cater for the different needs and abilities of all students, promoting deeper conceptual understanding and independent learning.
- •Strengthen the impact of leadership and management on students’ outcomes and develop leaders’ capacity to further improve the overall effectiveness of the school.
- •Improve students’ ability to apply behavior rules and establish positive relationships with their peers, particularly in Phase 2.
- •Further develop students’ innovation skills across all phases and encourage their contribution to projects that promote sustainability and conservation beyond the local community.