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Number of students |
2200 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
73 |
Most common nationality |
United Kingdom |
Ratio of local students to international students |
2% |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, where possible |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
There are many extra classes from EAL classes through our Oasis team to native language assistants working with our Modern Foreign Language Department |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, Arabic, English, Dutch |
Max. number of students per class |
24 in Year 7 is our Maximum, Average in the sixth form is 15 and in Primary it is 22 |
Average number of students per class |
Varies from Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form depending on subject choices |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is embedded in every classroom with students having access to their own devices and shared technology. JESS is an award-winning school for innovative use of technology. |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
For those students choosing to study Islamic studies, they will learn about Islam and culture |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We are an international school with multiple faiths and religions all accommodated and recognised. |
External examinations or assessments available |
GCSEs, International Baccalaureate, BTEC are the formal examinations JESS students take. |
Results in these examinations |
Our annual examination results are published on our website https://www.jess.sch.ae/about-jess/examination-results |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Varies depending on the Year group and subject. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
98% of our students in 2018 went to university |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes we have a dedicated Oasis support team with SENCO trained teachers and qualified school counsellors |
Learning support offered |
Please see our website https://www.jess.sch.ae/school-life/inclusion-and-send |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Yes please see https://www.jess.sch.ae/school-life/inclusion-and-send |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes. |
Entry evaluation for students |
There is a short age-appropriate assessment. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
For Secondary mIDyIS DATA for Primary CEMselect
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Waiting list |
Yes, in many year groups, unfortunately, we have to run a waiting list |
Students can join after academic year begins |
UAE law only allows students to move school up to 15 January for students already in-country
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School start time |
7.30am Secondary
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School finish time |
3.20pm Secondary
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Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, a wrap around care service is available |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes, there is a cashless cafe on site for our Secondary students. Primary students at the moment bring a packed lunch |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, there is a selection of food available to suit certain dietary requirements. |
Uniform required |
Yes, except for the sixth form. |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
There are a wealth of extracurricular clubs and activities that change each term depending on weather and availability. In addition, we run the Duke of Edinburgh International Award at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels. |
Sports activities included |
The school offers a range of sports from netball, basketball, rounders, football, rugby, swimming and athletics |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we compete in several leagues nationally and internationally. For the latest fixtures, please visit http://www.jessranchessport.com/ |
Sports facilities at the school |
Each branch of the school has a grass pitch, multi-purpose sports hall and swimming pool |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We all want the best for our children, to be happy at school, to achieve the best they can, to attend the best universities and succeed in their future careers. By choosing a JESS education your child will be #FutureReady with criticl thinking skills, be an independent learner and have a holistic approach to education. |