Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
1546 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
58 |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels
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| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support |
| Learning support offered |
Learning support is an essential part of the SABIS® Educational System implemented at SIS-Al Bateen. Every student's progress is monitored, and when learning gaps form, students, working together with their teachers and school administrators, can together focus their efforts on filling the gaps through additional support channels at the school. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
There are no academic requirements for acceptance into Pre-KG to KG 2 (3 to 5 years of age). Prospective students at these levels are interviewed; they must be toilet-trained and able to speak and follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take diagnostic tests in core subjects. These tests help to determine if the student has attained the minimum expected standard for each subject. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
SIS-Al Bateen offers a variety of interesting clubs and activities for students, both during the school day and after school. Activities include arts and crafts, dance, ballet, chess, choir, dance, debating, drama, film, IT, drumming, and science. Sports are offered through the sports club and include badminton, basketball, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field/cross country, and volleyball. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Science and computer laboratories, music and art rooms, cafeteria, library. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Large play areas, semi-Olympic swimming pool, indoor basketball and football courts, full-size football field surrounded by a running track |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
SABIS International School - Al Bateen is a highly academic, non-selective, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school catering for the complete individual. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Through the SABIS® approach to education, students at SIS-Al Bateen learn with enthusiasm and efficiency. Upon graduating, SIS-Al Bateen students will have built a solid foundation of knowledge and skills, acquired a lifelong love of learning, and are prepared to achieve success in university and beyond. |
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