Sharjah International Private School (British) branch Sharjah - Al Qarain 5
Executive Summary
The Sharjah International Private School (British) maintains an overall effectiveness rating of Good, consistent with its previous 2023 review. A restructured leadership team has strategically focused on enhancing student outcomes, leading to improved attainment and progress.
Student achievement has notably improved to Very Good in most subjects within Phase 4 and Cycle 3. Furthermore, students' personal development and their appreciation for Islamic values and Emirati and world cultures have also advanced to Very Good.
The quality of teaching, assessment utilization, and curriculum adaptation (both NCfE and MoE) are now Very Good in Phase 4 and Cycle 3, and Good overall. The school demonstrates a strong capacity for further improvement, supported by very effective safeguarding procedures, well-maintained facilities, and very good partnerships with parents and the community.
Overall School Performance
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Sharjah International Private School (British) branch Sharjah - Al Qarain 5 Overall Rating
Good for 2+ consecutive years
SPEA Performance Standards
The performance standards used by SPEA to evaluate school quality across Sharjah.
The school provides very good care, guidance, and support for students, including those with special educational needs. While overall provision is strong, there are instances where students with SEN do not consistently achieve their full potential, particularly in subjects like Mathematics and Science. students with SENcare and support
The school prioritizes students' welfare, health, and safety, with very effective safeguarding procedures in place. This commitment ensures a secure and supportive learning environment for all students. welfare, health and safetysafeguarding
Students demonstrate a very good understanding and appreciation of Islamic values and Emirati and world cultures. The school also shows strong performance in national and international benchmark assessments like TIMSS, with results above national and international averages. Islamic valuesEmirati and world culturesTIMSS
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Improved Achievement
Students' academic achievement has shown significant improvement across most subjects, particularly in the higher phases (Phase 4 and Cycle 3).
Positive Personal Development
Students exhibit positive behavior, strong relationships, excellent attendance, and a deep understanding and respect for Islamic values and Emirati culture.
Enabling Learning Environment
Teachers consistently provide a supportive and effective learning environment that significantly contributes to students' successful academic progress.
Strong Safeguarding
The school places a high priority on ensuring the welfare, health, and safety of all students through effective procedures and a caring approach.
Effective Leadership & Partnerships
The school benefits from a clear leadership vision, strong professional relationships among staff, and very effective partnerships with parents and the wider community.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students’ achievement is good overall, with significant improvement to very good in most subjects in Phase 4 and Cycle 3.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team, under the principal's direction, has a clear vision and has successfully restructured to focus on improving student attainment and personal development. They demonstrate a strong capacity for continuous improvement, supported by accurate self-evaluation and targeted improvement planning.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is good overall, with notable improvement to very good in most subjects in Phase 4 and Cycle 3. Students demonstrate good learning skills and make better than expected progress across most phases and subjects.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development, including their innovation skills, is very good. They show positive attitudes, self-reliance, good behavior, and a strong understanding of Islamic values and Emirati culture.
Teaching Quality
The overall quality of teaching and assessment is good, improving to very good in Phase 4 and Cycle 3. Teachers use effective strategies, integrate technology, and promote critical thinking, though consistent challenge for higher-attaining students remains an area for development.
Protection & Care
The school provides very good protection, care, guidance, and support for students. Safeguarding procedures are highly effective, and the school prioritizes students' welfare, health, and safety.
Areas for Development
- •Improve students’ achievement to be at least very good in all subjects in both curricula across all phases.
- •Raise the quality of teaching, the use of assessment and the adaptation of the curriculum in all subjects to the next level in both curricula across all phases.
- •Enhance the leadership teams’ training and upskilling of teachers and middle leaders to further improve the school’s performance.