Quick summary of key school information
All the details about this school in their own words
| Number of students |
193 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
13 |
| Most common nationality |
Bruneian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
18% |
| Native English speaking teachers |
No, with the exception of Malay teachers who are native speakers |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Malay, Arabic |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We utilize Google Classrooms to ensure that teachers and parents have thorough communications. We also utilize laptops and projectors in the classrooms. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Islam |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We do not enforce Islamic studies upon them as they are welcomed to learn the religion when the class is taking place or to choose a different activity to participate in |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
No, there is no homework |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
None |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
N/a |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
We provide SEM Programmes for a limited amount of students |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
It is required to meet with the Executive Principal as part of the admission process |
| Waiting list |
Currently there is no waitlist unless your child is younger than 2 years old |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. Admissions is open all year round. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7.30am |
| School finish time |
1.30pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Prayer Room |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
At Miftah An-Nur we are dedicated to nurturing and developing intelligent, creative and God-conscious young people through a broad, balanced and personalised education experience that anchors and inspires our pupils spiritually and academically for the rest of their lives. Blending the best of the British National Curriculum with our Bruneian heritage and Islamic values, our specially modified curriculum encourages pupils to build on their existing knowledge and skills, ensuring a continuous and expansive learning journey that develops the child as a whole. We strive to adapt the curriculum wherever possible to meet the needs and strengths of our pupils, as well as providing opportunities for students to pursue their own interests and develop their particular talents in ways that work best for them. As a multilingual school, we also offer pupils the chance to learn in English, Malay and Arabic, adding to the strong foundations we aim to provide each and every one of them as we endeavour to cultivate accomplished, principled and thriving global citizens. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We advocate a play based learning approach to encourage and motivate the students to actively seek knowledge and develop critical thinking in the process. In those lessons, we incorporate the teachings of Islam and guide them accordingly so they may grow into striving, god-conscious people. |