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| Number of students |
1499 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
86 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
0,6% local 99,4% international |
| Max. number of students per class |
KG1: 22
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| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Foreign Language is available for non-native speakers of English. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Russian |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Students have access to computers in every class; interactive whiteboards; various educational and multimedia software; a digital library with thousands of e-books, scores of softwares and educational tools; printers, scanners, digital and video cameras; and 24x7 high speed Internet; and RIS' Virutal Learning Environment. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
All applicants are required to pass the school’s entrance assessments in Mathematics and English. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Year 1 to Year 13: Admissions are subject to an interview and successful completion of the School’s Assessment Tests in Maths and English (Arabic levelling is also conducted). Where applicable, review of records from the student's previous school(s) will be considered. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
GCSE |
| Results in these examinations |
GCSE Result 2015: 85% of students achieved 5A* - C in subjects including Maths and English. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
The ‘Individual Needs Department’ (IND) supports and encourages every child to ensure he has access to a curriculum that meets his individual needs. ‘Individual Needs’ refers to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). |
| Learning support offered |
The Individual Needs Department engages with children in a caring, nurturing and supportive environment giving them the confidence to 'have a go' at areas they find difficult. The main focus of the department’s work is to ensure that the child becomes as independent as possible in his learning, and less reliant on the intervention of adults. A second major theme of the department’s work is to raise literacy standards, particularly in writing and reading comprehension, which are crucial to long-term success. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The 'Individual Needs' department develops students who are 'Gifted and Talented' in specific areas. |
| School start time |
7:30 am |
| School finish time |
2:40 pm |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Swimming, dance, basketball, badminton, football, tennis, Mandarin, gymnastics, vocal lesson, soccer, art, drama, rugby, netball, cheerleading, music, brain o brain |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-purpose sports and performance halls, multi-court sports decks, 2 heated swimming pools, dedicated outdoor play zones |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Regent International School (RIS) is an established educational institution with a rich history of over twenty years. RIS is an international, K-13 (Kindergarten to Year 13) school in Dubai that follows the National Curriculum of England. RIS has a deep history of offering a world-class education that combines exemplary academics with vibrant co-curricular and extracurricular activities. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
RIS pedagogy is based on “MultiSmart Learning”, a high impact educational programme developed by our educators that nurtures multiple intelligences in students and helps them develop into well-rounded individuals ready to take on the challenges of the 21st century. RIS school offers students an Education for Life – imparting knowledge and skills so students can develop their character, personal leadership, work ethic, compassion and values, and become thoughtful, confident, principled and dynamic individuals in the world. RIS is full of opportunities for personal development, achievement and enjoyment. It has a holistic approach to education based on academic excellence, a diverse and strong extra-curricular activities programme, and personalised care to each student’s development. RIs encourages students to develop their strengths and realise their ambitions. |