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Number of students |
780 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
50 |
Most common nationality |
British |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Arabic |
Max. number of students per class |
22 |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning Support |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
School start time |
KG1: 8:15
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School finish time |
KG1: 12:45
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School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Netball, football, rugby, swimming, climbing, chess, science club, drama, environmental club, tennis, archery, film club, rounders, gym, board games, basketball, orchestra, singing, rock band, multi-media, cricket |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
Sports hall, swimming pool, extensive grassed playing areas. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
For more than four decades Sharjah English School has been the school of choice for families seeking an excellent and challenging UK education for their children. Our school site near University City is readily accessible to students from Sharjah, Ajman, Mirdiff and most of Dubai. As a not-for-profit school, SES is dedicated to providing an outstanding education comparable to the best schools in the Gulf region and internationally. SES educational ethos will always remain focused on quality teaching and learning, rather than any commercial imperative; this, the school claims, has a profound impact on both the school's students and teachers. SES offers challenging and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Sharjah English School prepares children for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences they will face in life through promoting their social, cultural, moral and intellectual development. The school strives to provide a learning experience which is challenging and enjoyable. As a relatively small school, SES can maintain an intimate, student-friendly and nurturing environment. Teaching and learning within Sharjah English School reflect SES strong beliefs about education in general: - every pupil has to be valued and needs to attain the highest level academically of which he/she is capable;
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