Rosary School Muweilah Branch Sharjah - Al Abar
Executive Summary
Rosary Private School L.L.C. - BR1 has achieved an overall effectiveness rating of Good, marking an improvement from its previous 'Acceptable' rating. This positive trajectory is attributed to the effective implementation of school improvement plans by senior leaders and governors, significantly impacting student outcomes.
Key academic strengths are evident in Phase 3 student achievement across most subjects and in Phase 4 mathematics. Improvements in learning skills are noted across Phases 2 to 4, with teaching for effective learning also advancing in higher years of Phase 2 and throughout Phase 3. The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE).
The school demonstrates strong commitment to children's safeguarding and well-being, alongside fostering students' understanding of UAE culture and Islamic values. The principal's clear vision, robust partnerships with parents, and effective governance have been instrumental in driving these improvements and ensuring a supportive learning environment.
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Rosary School Muweilah Branch Sharjah - Al Abar Overall Rating
Good
SPEA Performance Standards
The performance standards used by SPEA to evaluate school quality across Sharjah.
The provision for students of determination is rated Good, indicating effective support for students with special educational needs. The school ensures these students make similar progress to their peers in most subjects. students of determination
Student wellbeing is rated Very Good, supported by a harmonious and caring community where relationships are respectful. The school effectively promotes healthy living and provides secure safeguarding arrangements for all children. healthy livingsafeguarding
The school's provision for the National Agenda is Good, with external benchmarking results showing students in Phases 2 and 3 achieving in line with national and international standards in mathematics. However, Phase 4 students scored below expected standards in external mathematics tests. national standardsinternational standards
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Phase 3 Achievement
Students in Phase 3 demonstrate strong academic performance across almost all subjects, contributing significantly to the school's overall improvement.
Student-Led Initiatives
The school fosters a vibrant environment for student-led initiatives, promoting innovation, social responsibility, and active participation in community events.
Cultural & Islamic Values
Students show strong respect for UAE culture and a deep understanding and application of Islamic values, reinforced through weekly values education and cultural events.
Safeguarding & Wellbeing
Robust systems for children's safeguarding and well-being are in place, ensuring a safe, secure, and supportive environment for all students.
Effective Leadership
The principal's clear vision, strong partnerships with parents, and effective governance are key drivers of the school's continuous improvement and positive outcomes.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' achievement is good overall, with notable strengths in Phase 3 across most subjects and in Phase 4 mathematics. While Phases 1 and 2 show acceptable achievement in some core subjects, there is consistent good progress in Islamic Education and Arabic across all phases.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership, guided by the principal's clear vision, is highly effective in driving school improvement and fostering strong partnerships with parents and the community. This approach encourages student-led initiatives, innovation, and social responsibility, contributing to a vibrant and supportive school culture.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is good overall, with significant strengths in Phase 3 and Phase 4 mathematics. Learning skills are good across most phases, though critical thinking and innovation need further development in younger years.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development and innovation skills are very good. They exhibit positive attitudes, respectful relationships, and a strong understanding of UAE culture and Islamic values, actively engaging in social responsibility.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching and assessment is good overall. Teachers demonstrate strong subject knowledge and use engaging activities, but consistency in challenging all abilities and using assessment data to refine teaching needs improvement, particularly in lower phases.
Protection & Care
The school provides very good protection, care, guidance, and support for students. Effective health and safety systems, comprehensive child protection arrangements, and strong pastoral care ensure a secure and supportive environment.
Areas for Development
- •Improve children and students’ achievement in Phases 1 and 2.
- •Enhance teachers’ understanding of best practice in the implementation of the UK EYFS curriculum in Phase 1.
- •Increase the effectiveness of teaching strategies in Phase 1 and lower Phase 2.
- •Ensure the effective use of assessment data in teaching to inform differentiated activities and challenge students of all abilities.