Sabari Indian School, Dubai
KHDA Inspection Report & Ratings 2018
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Executive Summary
Sabari Indian School provides a Good quality of education, as determined by the 2023-2024 inspection. The school demonstrates strong student outcomes, effective provision for learners, and competent leadership and management.
Students consistently exceed international benchmark standards, with Outstanding outcomes in English against National Agenda targets, and Very Good in mathematics and science. The curriculum aligns with Indian national standards, incorporating the New Education Plan to enhance continuity and progression.
The school maintains effective policies for child protection and safety, with strong leadership from the principal and senior team. While overall provision is good, specific areas for development include improving Arabic teaching, KG provision, and the quality of resources.
Overall School Performance
Outstanding
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Acceptable
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Sabari Indian School Overall Rating
Good for 2+ consecutive years
Dubai Focus Areas
These three pillars represent the Dubai education authority's priorities: ensuring inclusive practices, prioritizing student wellbeing, and meeting UAE National Agenda targets.
The school fosters an inclusive ethos, effectively identifying students of determination and providing appropriate interventions. Individual education plans are developed in close collaboration with parents, contributing positively to the quality of provision and progress for these students. students of determinationindividual education plans
Wellbeing is systematically embedded across all phases, promoted by the principal and a dedicated leader. Routines and student feedback inform provision, creating a nurturing atmosphere where students discuss mental health and develop a strong sense of belonging. wellbeing provisionpositive relationshipsmental health
The school has significantly exceeded its 2021 targets for PIRLS, with students' achievements in mathematics and science rated Outstanding in benchmark assessments. Leaders effectively use international assessment data to identify gaps and modify the curriculum, particularly improving reading literacy skills across the school. PIRLSinternational assessmentsreading literacy skills
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Strong Leadership Vision
The principal and senior leaders demonstrate a strong vision and highly effective daily management, contributing to overall school improvements.
Secondary Phase Outcomes
The secondary phase shows very good provision and outcomes, reflecting high standards in academic achievement and learning skills.
Inclusive Curriculum Pathways
Increased opportunities are provided for students of determination to access alternative curriculum pathways, enhancing their literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
International Test Success
Students achieve highly successful outcomes in international benchmark tests, particularly exceeding targets in reading literacy and demonstrating strong performance in mathematics and science.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The principal leads with a strong vision focused on academic achievement and student-centred teaching, actively mentoring staff and teaching students. Senior leaders form a cohesive and competent team, demonstrating significant capacity for school improvement. The governing board supports daily management and resource procurement, promoting an inclusive ethos.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students consistently exceed international benchmark standards, achieving outstanding outcomes in English and very good in mathematics and science. They demonstrate positive attitudes, harmonious relationships, and good behavior, with secondary students showing attainment above curriculum standards.
Personal Development
Students exhibit positive attitudes, respect for others, and good behavior, actively participating in school events and showing commitment to environmental sustainability. They understand Islamic values and Emirati culture, though awareness of other world cultures is less extensive.
Teaching Quality
Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and plan carefully to meet diverse student needs, effectively using questioning and assessing academic outcomes against benchmarks. While teaching is generally good, some higher-ability students may be insufficiently challenged, and child-centred learning in KG needs further development.
Protection & Care
The school has very effective policies and procedures for child protection, health, and safety, ensuring a safe and secure environment. Positive relationships and comprehensive systems support high attendance, manage behavior, and effectively identify and support students of determination.
Areas for Development
- •Ensure that the planning and teaching of Arabic are appropriately adapted to address the needs of all students.
- •Improve provision in KG.
- •Improve teaching and learning across the school.
- •Increase resources and improve their quality.