Victoria International School PROPRITORSHIP branch Sharjah - Kalba - Al Ghayl
Executive Summary
Victoria International Sharjah School Proprietorship LLC: Kalba is a relatively new institution, established in August 2022, and has rapidly grown to double its student population. This inaugural inspection report for the 2024-2025 academic year rates the school's overall effectiveness as Good, indicating a strong start in its third year of operation.
The school demonstrates particular strengths in students’ progress in Islamic Education, which is rated Very Good, with attainment and progress in most other subjects also rated Good. Students exhibit Very Good personal and social development, supported by a well-embedded system of protection, care, guidance, and support. Effective teaching practices, informed by assessment data and the Victorian Curriculum of Australia, contribute to positive learning outcomes.
Leadership, including the principal, senior leaders, and governors, has shown considerable progress in strategic development, demonstrating a strong capacity to further build a successful school. The English language programme, MultiLit, is highlighted for its effective delivery and positive impact on students' language skills.
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Victoria International School PROPRITORSHIP branch Sharjah - Kalba - Al Ghayl Overall Rating
Good
SPEA Performance Standards
The performance standards used by SPEA to evaluate school quality across Sharjah.
The school effectively modifies its curriculum to cater to the needs of most students, including those with special educational needs (SEN) and English as an additional language (EAL) learners. Intervention programs are in place to support student learning and development, ensuring good progress from their starting points. Students of DeterminationEALintervention programmes
Students' personal and social development is very good, characterized by courteous relationships, adherence to school rules, and a safe, supportive learning environment. The school prioritizes health and safety, with effective child protection and safeguarding arrangements, and promotes healthy lifestyles through physical activity and clubs. positive relationshipssafe and supportive learning environmenthealthy lifestyles
Students demonstrate a very good understanding of Islamic values and their influence on daily life, actively participating in charitable activities. They greatly appreciate UAE traditions, cultures, and heritage, celebrating national events and showcasing local artwork. Students contribute positively to the school community through various initiatives. Islamic valuesUAE traditions, cultures and heritagecommunity initiatives
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Personal & Social Development
Students demonstrate very good personal and social development, fostering positive relationships and excellent behavior throughout the school.
Student Protection & Care
The school provides very good protection, care, guidance, and support for all students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Islamic Education Progress
Students show very good progress in Islamic Education across both Elementary and Secondary phases.
English Language Programme
The MultiLit English language programme is effectively delivered, with strong progress checks and a significant positive impact on students’ English language skills.
Strong Leadership & Vision
Senior leaders and governors demonstrate a clear vision and strong capacity to innovate and drive forward school development, making considerable progress in strategic plans.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' achievement is good overall, with notable strengths in Islamic Education progress. Learning skills are good, with students demonstrating positive attitudes and collaborative abilities, though research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are still developing.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The principal, senior leaders, and governors demonstrate a strong vision and direction, effectively driving school development and innovation. They have made significant progress in implementing strategic plans, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring the school's capacity for continued success.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' achievement is good overall, with strong progress in Islamic Education and good attainment and progress in most other subjects. Students demonstrate good learning skills, showing positive attitudes and collaborative abilities, though critical thinking and research skills are still developing.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social development and innovation skills are very good. They exhibit courteous behavior, adhere to school rules, and enjoy a safe, supportive environment. Students show a very good understanding of Islamic values and appreciation for UAE culture, actively contributing to the community.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching and assessment is good overall. Teachers apply strong subject knowledge, plan engaging lessons, and use assessment data to monitor progress. While differentiation strategies are developing, there is inconsistent promotion of critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning skills.
Protection & Care
The protection, care, guidance, and support of students are very good. Relationships between students and staff are positive, and bullying is rare. The school ensures good health and safety, with effective child protection arrangements, and provides good care and support for students, including those with special educational needs.
Areas for Development
- •Enhance the capacity of middle leaders to support their departments on best teaching practices to raise students’ achievement.
- •Improve the quality of science teaching, especially in Secondary, by effectively utilizing available facilities for scientific inquiry and experimentation in purpose-built laboratories.
- •Improve the quality of teaching to further develop students’ skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning.