Raha International School
Executive Summary
Raha International School has achieved an overall performance rating of Very Good in its latest ADEK Irtiqa inspection. This rating reflects the school's commitment to providing a high-quality educational experience within the Abu Dhabi community, aligning with its reputation for strong academic and holistic development.
The school follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum, fostering inquiry-based learning and critical thinking. Key academic strengths include Outstanding attainment and progress in English, Mathematics, and Sciences, particularly in the later phases, alongside strong learning skills across the school.
Standout findings from the inspection highlight Outstanding practices in health and safety, partnerships with parents, and overall management. The school demonstrates effective leadership and a strong commitment to student protection, care, and support.
Overall School Performance
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Raha International School Overall Rating
Very Good for 2+ consecutive years
ADEK Performance Standards
The six Irtiqa inspection standards used by ADEK to evaluate school performance across Abu Dhabi.
Students demonstrate varied attainment and progress across subjects and phases. While Islamic Education, Arabic First Language, and Social Studies are generally Acceptable, English, Mathematics, and Sciences show strong performance, reaching Very Good and Outstanding levels in higher phases. Learning skills are also strong, particularly in the Secondary phase. EnglishMathematicsSciencesOutstandingVery Good
The report indicates positive aspects of students' personal development, Islamic values, Emirati and world cultures, and social responsibility and innovation skills across all phases. While specific ratings for these indicators are not provided, the overall school performance suggests a supportive environment for holistic student growth. Personal developmentIslamic valuesEmirati & world culturesSocial responsibility & innovation
Teaching and assessment practices are rated Good in the KG phase and consistently Very Good across the Primary, Middle, and Secondary phases. This indicates effective instructional strategies and robust assessment methods that support student learning and progress. GoodVery GoodTeachingAssessment
The curriculum, based on the International Baccalaureate framework, is designed to be broad and balanced. While specific ratings for curriculum design and adaptation are not provided, the overall school performance suggests that the curriculum effectively supports student learning and development across all phases. International BaccalaureateCurriculum adaptation
The school provides an Outstanding level of health and safety across all phases, ensuring a secure environment for students. Care and support for students are consistently rated Very Good, reflecting effective provision for student wellbeing and guidance. OutstandingHealth & safetyVery GoodCare & support
Leadership and management are characterized by strong performance in several areas. The effectiveness of leadership and governance are rated Very Good, while partnerships with parents and overall management are deemed Outstanding. Self-evaluation and improvement processes are rated Good. OutstandingVery GoodLeadershipManagementPartnerships with parents
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Strong Academic Outcomes
Students achieve Very Good to Outstanding attainment and progress in core subjects like English, Mathematics, and Sciences, particularly in the higher phases.
Outstanding Health & Safety
The school maintains an Outstanding standard of health and safety provisions, ensuring a secure and protective environment for all students.
Effective Leadership & Management
Leadership and management are rated Very Good overall, with specific areas like partnerships with parents and general management achieving an Outstanding rating.
High Quality Teaching
Teaching and assessment practices are consistently rated Very Good across most phases, indicating effective pedagogy and robust evaluation methods.
Strong Parental Engagement
Partnerships with parents are recognized as Outstanding, highlighting the school's success in fostering strong collaboration with the parent community.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' attainment and progress vary across subjects and phases, with strong performance in English, Mathematics, and Sciences, particularly in the higher grades, while Islamic Education, Arabic First Language, and Social Studies are generally at an Acceptable level.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team at Raha International School demonstrates a highly effective approach, characterized by Very Good overall effectiveness and governance. They excel in fostering Outstanding partnerships with parents and ensuring exemplary management, while maintaining Good practices in self-evaluation and improvement.
Inspection Findings
Students' Achievement
Students show a mixed profile of attainment and progress. While Islamic Education, Arabic First Language, and Social Studies are Acceptable, English, Mathematics, and Sciences demonstrate strong performance, reaching Very Good and Outstanding levels in various phases, particularly in Primary, Middle, and Secondary.
Personal & Social Development
Students' personal development, engagement with Islamic values, Emirati and world cultures, and their social responsibility and innovation skills are positively supported across all phases, contributing to a well-rounded student experience.
Teaching & Assessment
Teaching quality and assessment practices are rated Good in KG and consistently Very Good across the Primary, Middle, and Secondary phases. This indicates that teachers effectively deliver the curriculum and use assessment to monitor and support student learning.
Curriculum Design & Adaptation
The International Baccalaureate curriculum is implemented effectively, providing a comprehensive educational framework. The curriculum's design and adaptation are generally well-suited to meet the needs of students across all phases, though specific ratings for these indicators are not provided.
Protection, Care & Support
The school provides an Outstanding level of health and safety, ensuring a secure environment. Care and support for students, including guidance and wellbeing provisions, are consistently rated Very Good across all phases.