International School Of Choueifat - Al Ain - Muwaiji
Executive Summary
The International School of Choueifat - Muwaiji has achieved an overall ADEK Irtiqa rating of Very Good for the 2024-2025 academic year, demonstrating significant improvement from its previous 'Good' rating in 2021. This positive trajectory reflects the school's commitment to enhancing educational outcomes and student experiences.
The school consistently fosters positive student attitudes towards learning, leading to high levels of success, particularly in AP and A-level examinations. Robust internal assessment systems effectively track student progress, while a strong focus on reading skills is evident through various programs like D.E.A.R and the 'Early Birds' club. Significant improvements have been noted in Arabic-medium subjects and Science, with Phase 4 Science attainment rising to Outstanding.
Leadership and management have improved to Very Good, driven by a clear vision and effective implementation of past recommendations. The school maintains rigorous procedures for health, safety, and safeguarding. However, areas for development include enhancing student engagement, fostering critical thinking and creativity, and further strengthening teaching practices to meet diverse student needs.
Overall School Performance
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International School Of Choueifat - Al Ain - Muwaiji Overall Rating
Very Good
ADEK Performance Standards
The six Irtiqa inspection standards used by ADEK to evaluate school performance across Abu Dhabi.
Students' achievement has shown overall improvement, particularly in Arabic-medium subjects and Science, with Phase 4 Science attainment rising to Outstanding. English-medium subjects also show overall improvement, though some phases maintained previous levels or experienced slight regression. Learning skills have improved in Cycle 2 and remained steady elsewhere. Arabic-medium subjectsScienceOutstandingLearning skills
Students' personal and social development is rated Very Good across all phases, with students demonstrating positive attitudes toward learning and punctuality. However, their understanding of Islamic values, awareness of Emirati and world cultures, social responsibility, and innovation skills are rated Acceptable or Good in some phases, indicating areas for further development. positive attitudesIslamic valuesEmirati and world culturesinnovation skills
Teaching has improved from Good to Very Good in Cycles 1, 2, and 3, maintaining quality despite new teachers. Assessment practices are consistently Very Good across all phases, supported by a rigorous system for collecting learner data that effectively informs the pace of learning. TeachingAssessmentrigorous system
Curriculum design and implementation are rated Good across all phases, with appropriate learning experiences integrated to foster understanding of UAE values, culture, and society. However, curriculum adaptation is rated Acceptable, and opportunities for developing creativity, innovation, and enterprise skills are adequately provided but could be enhanced. Curriculum designcurriculum adaptationUAE values
Health and safety, including child protection, remain a key focus and are rated Very Good. However, the overall care and support provided have declined from Very Good to Good, primarily due to the absence of in-school support services (ISSS) for students with additional learning needs, including students of determination. Health and safetychild protectioncare and supportISSS
The effectiveness of leadership has improved from Good to Very Good, driven by the leadership team's clear vision and commitment to continuous improvement. Self-evaluation processes, partnerships with parents, and the provision of teaching and learning resources are all rated Good, with many previous recommendations effectively implemented. effectiveness of leadershipclear visionself-evaluationparent partnerships
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
High Academic Success
Students consistently demonstrate positive attitudes toward learning and achieve high levels of success, particularly in AP and A-level examinations.
Strong Personal Responsibility
Students exhibit a strong sense of personal responsibility and maintain a positive attitude toward their school environment.
Robust Assessment Systems
The school has established robust internal assessment systems and processes that effectively capture and track students' progress across various subjects.
Rigorous Safeguarding
Rigorous procedures are in place to ensure the health, safety, and safeguarding of both students and staff.
Effective Leadership
The principal and senior leadership team lead the school with effectiveness and dedication, showcasing a strong commitment to their students and the broader school community.
Overall Rating Improvement
The school's overall performance rating has improved from Good to Very Good since the previous inspection in 2021.
Academic Performance Breakdown
There are some discrepancies between the detailed subject tables and the narrative summary regarding specific rating levels post-improvement. The table ratings are used as definitive current ratings, with narrative details captured in notes and 'improved' flags.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team demonstrates a clear vision and dedication, effectively driving school improvement and implementing recommendations. They are committed to the school and its continuous enhancement, fostering good partnerships with parents and ensuring adequate resources.
Inspection Findings
Students' Achievement
Students generally attain levels above curriculum standards in most subjects, with notable strengths in Islamic Education, Arabic, and Science (especially Phase 4). However, internal assessment data sometimes does not fully align with observed knowledge and skills in lessons, and some groups like low attainers and Emirati students show varied progress.
Personal & Social Development
Students exhibit positive attitudes towards learning and punctuality. While personal development is Very Good, understanding of Islamic values, Emirati and world cultures, social responsibility, and innovation skills are rated Acceptable or Good across phases, indicating areas for further development in cultural awareness and innovation.
Teaching & Assessment
Teaching quality has improved across most phases, maintaining effectiveness despite new staff. Assessment practices are rigorous and consistently Very Good, utilizing a robust system for collecting learner data to inform the pace of learning. However, there are limited opportunities for cooperative learning and self/peer assessment in English lessons.
Curriculum Design & Adaptation
Curriculum design and implementation are Good, integrating appropriate learning experiences that foster understanding of UAE values and culture. However, curriculum adaptation is Acceptable, and there is a need to expand opportunities for students to develop creativity, innovation, and enterprise skills more consistently across subjects.
Protection, Care & Support
Health and safety, including child protection, are Very Good due to rigorous procedures. However, the overall care and support for students have declined to Good, primarily attributed to the absence of in-school support services (ISSS) for students with additional learning needs, including students of determination.
Areas for Development
- •Enhance student engagement and responsibility to improve learning outcomes by providing more opportunities for students to collaborate, share, and present their learning, take greater responsibility for their learning through research and independent exploration, encourage involvement in decision-making, and foster a stronger sense of accountability.
- •Develop critical thinking and creativity to support student growth by expanding opportunities for students to solve real-life problems, engage in activities that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making, and enhance their capacity to innovate and be creative through extracurricular activities and independent exploration across all subjects.
- •Further strengthen teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of students by ensuring lesson planning is more personalized to cater to individual students, groups, and classes, providing teachers with training to improve their awareness of barriers to learning, and promoting differentiated lesson planning.
- •Enhance leadership and governance structures by aligning judgments in the self-evaluation process (SEF) with the performance indicators outlined in the UAE School Inspection Framework, strengthening parents’ involvement through regular, structured feedback sessions, and reviewing the school's network and connections with national and international organizations.