SOUTH CAMPUS WEST CAMPUS - Raffles International School
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<strong>WEST</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong><br />
<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong>
Our Mission<br />
Mission<br />
& Values<br />
We are committed to excellence in education<br />
by striving to provide each student with<br />
opportunities to reach their full potential<br />
as lifelong learners in a holistic, challenging<br />
and supportive learning environment that<br />
will ultimately prepare them to play an active<br />
and responsible role as global citizens in a<br />
multicultural world.<br />
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Our Core Values<br />
Integrity: Fair and honest in our claims and representation about our education process<br />
and what our students can achieve and benefit from.<br />
Care: Showing concern for our students as individuals and identifying with their desire<br />
for personal development and growth.<br />
Communication: Interacting with all students, parents, staff, governors and other<br />
stakeholders with intent to both give and receive useful information.<br />
Commitment: Desire to exceed stakeholders' satisfaction and to ensure that learning<br />
and development of all the students are effective.<br />
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About us<br />
At <strong>Raffles</strong>, we take our responsibility for the education, care and welfare of each child very<br />
seriously as we help establish the cornerstones that support the growth of lifelong learners<br />
and ultimately, future strong, positive and productive contributors to the communities in<br />
which they live in.<br />
Established in 2007, <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> now stands with 2 campuses and<br />
9 nurseries. With students and staff from all over the world comprising of over 70<br />
different nationalities, we have a truly international mix. All our academic staff is vastly<br />
experienced, highly qualified and extensively trained.<br />
<strong>Raffles</strong> is a regular member of the Council of <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong>s (CIS) and a<br />
Cambridge <strong>International</strong> Examination Board Center (CIE). The West Campus is an IB<br />
World <strong>School</strong> authorised for the Diploma Programme and a candidate school for the<br />
Primary Years Programme. <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> provides students with alternate<br />
pathways to meet their academic goals. The rigour of the IB Diploma Programme or<br />
Cambridge <strong>International</strong> Curriculum both challenge students to meet the internationally<br />
recognised standards in academics. Students leave <strong>Raffles</strong> with a broadened world view<br />
and the mental agility to pursue their dreams in an ever-changing global landscape.<br />
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Realising our dreams<br />
What do you dream for your child?<br />
As parents, we all want our children<br />
to be healthy, happy, well adjusted<br />
and well educated so that one day<br />
they can realise their own dreams. We<br />
look ahead and envision them in their<br />
chosen careers, even raising a family of<br />
their own one day.<br />
At <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong>, we help<br />
turn those dreams into reality.<br />
How do we do that? By implementing<br />
the best practices available to secure<br />
your child’s successful future from<br />
Kindergarten to Grade 12. <strong>Raffles</strong><br />
delivers a world-class curriculum based<br />
on the best standards and practices of<br />
school systems around the globe.<br />
At <strong>Raffles</strong>, your child has the<br />
opportunity to interact with students<br />
from over 70 countries for a truly<br />
international experience!<br />
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Creating our dreams<br />
Kindergarten (KG 1 & KG 2)<br />
Children from the age of four to five years old may attend Kindergarten. The premises<br />
consist of spacious, bright classrooms and include separate rooms for music and<br />
movement, languages, indoor and large outdoor play areas.<br />
The early years of a child’s life are the most formative. During this period, children absorb<br />
innumerable impressions from their surroundings as their inner development takes place.<br />
Very young children are happiest when their living environment is familiar and constant.<br />
They thrive on routine, external order, encouragement and respect for their individuality.<br />
The <strong>Raffles</strong> Kindergarten is an early learning centre with a child-centered programme in<br />
which individual needs, abilities and interests of the child are met. Our curriculum does<br />
not concentrate solely on the academic achievements, but on the physical, emotional and<br />
social development needs of children at the pre-school age level.<br />
We offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the West Campus and the Montessori<br />
Programme in the South Campus providing parents with a choice.<br />
West Campus – IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)*<br />
This international transdisciplinary programme is designed to foster development of the<br />
whole child, not just in the classroom but also through other means of learning.<br />
*IB PYP candidate school. Only schools authorised by the <strong>International</strong> Baccalaureate can offer any of its<br />
programmes. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted.<br />
South Campus – Montessori Programme<br />
The Montessori curriculum is an integrated thematic approach that ties the separate<br />
disciplines together into studies of the physical universe, the world of nature, and human<br />
experience. In this way, one lesson leads to many others.<br />
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Making our mark in<br />
a diverse world<br />
Junior <strong>School</strong> (Grades 1-5)<br />
A good start in education is essential in the building of a strong and enduring foundation<br />
for a bright and successful future. <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> believes that parents play<br />
a fundamental role in the education of children in their formative years; our curriculum<br />
incorporates the partnership of parents through a system of reporting where information<br />
is given to parents on the progress of their children on a regular basis.<br />
This approach is useful for parents and effective for children. After all, children can<br />
succeed if they are motivated, confident and encouraged and parents can actively take a<br />
part in this partnership with <strong>Raffles</strong>.<br />
At <strong>Raffles</strong>, the concern, care and love for each young child takes center stage at all times.<br />
There are two Junior <strong>School</strong> curriculums offered at <strong>Raffles</strong>. One being the Cambridge<br />
Primary (CP) at the South Campus and the other being the IB Primary Years Programme<br />
(PYP) at the West Campus.<br />
West Campus – IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)*<br />
The Primary Years Programme is an inquiry-based programme which focuses on the<br />
comprehensive development of a child, addressing social, physical emotional and cultural needs.<br />
*IB PYP candidate school. Only schools authorised by the<br />
<strong>International</strong> Baccalaureate can offer any of its programmes.<br />
Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorisation will be granted.<br />
South Campus – Cambridge Primary (CP)<br />
Cambridge Primary (CP) develops the English,<br />
Mathematics and Science skills and knowledge of<br />
young children helping them become independent<br />
lifelong learners, creative thinkers and problem<br />
solvers.<br />
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Reaching our goals<br />
Middle <strong>School</strong> (Grades 6-8)<br />
Building on the strong foundation of the Junior <strong>School</strong> progamme,<br />
students at Middle <strong>School</strong> level begin to refine their skills, training<br />
for future success.<br />
The Middle <strong>School</strong> curriculum is based on best international practices<br />
where communication skills, confidence building and understanding of<br />
the global environment and its challenges are emphasised.<br />
West Campus & South Campus – Cambridge Secondary 1 (CS 1)<br />
Cambridge Secondary 1 (CS 1) provides a framework for English, Mathematics and Science.<br />
It ensures that students harness their full potential and effectively apply knowledge, skills<br />
and abilities in each subject as well as offering externally standardised assessments of<br />
achievement through the Cambridge Checkpoint diagnostic tests in Grade 8.<br />
West Campus - High <strong>School</strong> (Grades 9-10)<br />
Grades 9-10 – <strong>International</strong> General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)<br />
Subject curricula in Grades 9 and 10 lead to Cambridge IGCSE examinations at the end of<br />
Grade 10.<br />
The <strong>International</strong> General Certificate of Secondary Education is the world’s most popular<br />
international qualification for 14 to 16-year old students. It develops successful students,<br />
giving them excellent preparation for their next steps in education and equips them with<br />
skills for immediate employment. Cambridge IGCSE is recognised by universities and<br />
employers worldwide.<br />
The Cambridge IGCSE is an internationally based curriculum, allowing teaching to be<br />
placed in a localised context, making it relevant in different regions. It is also suitable for<br />
students whose first language may not be English and this is acknowledged throughout the<br />
examination process.<br />
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Knowledge is the key<br />
to our future<br />
West Campus - High <strong>School</strong> (Grades 11 and 12)<br />
In preparation for higher or tertiary education, <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> West Campus<br />
students who have successfully completed two years of IGCSE study or equivalent will continue<br />
with the world- class <strong>International</strong> Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). This ensures that<br />
our students develop as internationally minded people who, recognising their common humanity<br />
and shared guardianship of the planet help to create a better and more peaceful world.<br />
As of April 2010, <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> West Campus has been authorised as an IB World<br />
<strong>School</strong> for its Diploma Programme. The IBDP at <strong>Raffles</strong> West is taught by extremely qualified and<br />
experienced academic staff many of who are IBDP examiners and moderators and have been<br />
involved with the programme for many years. With this experience, students can be confident<br />
that they will be given every opportunity to succeed.<br />
The IBDP is a two-year course that is recognised internationally as a qualification for university<br />
entrance. It also allows students to fulfill the requirements of their national education system.<br />
Students share an educational experience that emphaises critical thinking as well as intercultural<br />
understanding and respect for others in the global community.<br />
The IBDP offers a broad and balanced curriculum in which students are encouraged to apply<br />
what they learn in the classroom to real world issues and problems. Wherever possible, subjects<br />
are taught from an international perspective.<br />
Students study six courses selected from six subject<br />
groups, including both the sciences and humanities.<br />
They also study Theory of Knowledge, undertake an<br />
individual research project known as the Extended<br />
Essay and participate in a variety of CAS (Creativity,<br />
Action and Service) activities.<br />
Graduates from <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> will be<br />
prepared to take full advantage of whatever higher<br />
education or university education has to offer.<br />
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Striving for excellence<br />
Co-curricular Activities<br />
Well-rounded students are usually more prepared for challenges in life. <strong>Raffles</strong><br />
<strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> is committed to ensure that our students excel in the academic<br />
curriculum, and also in the co-curricular programmes.<br />
Activities at all levels (Junior, Middle and High <strong>School</strong>) capitalise on teacher/sponsor<br />
interests and skills in sports (tennis, swimming, basketball, football etc), the arts (music,<br />
drama and painting), and technology.<br />
Languages<br />
With over 70 nationalities represented, <strong>Raffles</strong> is well aware of the need to encourage and<br />
nurture students’ ability to become global communicators. Languages offered include:<br />
Arabic, which is mandatory for all students in the UAE, French, Mandarin and Spanish in<br />
Grades 11 and 12.<br />
Arabic is offered in two forms: Arabic ‘A’ for native speakers and Arabic ‘B’ for non-native<br />
speakers. Students are grouped according to their ability in the relevant language in each grade.<br />
English as a Second Language (ESL)<br />
ESL support is also provided for students coming from the non-English speaking<br />
background. Hence, it is important to give those students the additional English support<br />
they need to realise their potential across all the subjects. ESL is provided until Grade 8.<br />
Learning Support<br />
At <strong>Raffles</strong>, we believe it is important to give each child an equal chance in life to gain the<br />
most out of what life has to offer. The Learning Support team at <strong>Raffles</strong> develops and<br />
improves students' core literacy and numeracy skills so they are able to better comprehend<br />
and understand the school work. Learning Support is provided until Grade 8.<br />
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Student support services<br />
Facilities<br />
Each <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> campus covers a total area of over 30,000 square<br />
metres, with ample capacity for up to 1,800 students. The vast premises house worldclass<br />
learning facilities as well as sporting and recreational facilities. These include:<br />
• Learning Resource Centre (Library)<br />
• Classrooms equipped with the latest<br />
instructional audio-visual facilities<br />
• Auditoriums<br />
• Art rooms<br />
• Music rooms<br />
• Science laboratories<br />
• Computer laboratories<br />
• Soccer field<br />
• Swimming pools<br />
• Gymnasiums<br />
• Dance studio<br />
• Basketball court<br />
• Tennis courts<br />
• Prayer room with ablution facilities<br />
Dining<br />
As <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> cater to<br />
international students, we serve a wide<br />
range of balanced meals in our canteen<br />
to suit different tastes. Students can<br />
bring their own packed lunch to school<br />
or purchase lunch from the canteen at<br />
reasonable prices.<br />
Transport<br />
<strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> has<br />
contracted an external transport company<br />
to provide bus transport for students. The<br />
buses serve most areas in Dubai.<br />
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After-school activities<br />
<strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> is committed<br />
to ensuring that our students excel in the<br />
academic curriculum as well as in afterschool<br />
activities.<br />
We offer a wide range of activities and<br />
we encourage participation in various<br />
after-school activities (ASAs) to aid the<br />
holistic development of our students by<br />
building their self-esteem and improving<br />
their performance in academics, sports<br />
and other extra-curricular fields.<br />
A variety of activities are scheduled<br />
during the year which include:<br />
- Library-related activities<br />
- Art activities<br />
- Music classes<br />
- Sports programmes<br />
- Hobby clubs<br />
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A number of native language options<br />
are also offered.
About<br />
Innoventures Education<br />
<strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> is managed by Innoventures Education, one of the leading<br />
names in nursery and school education. Innoventures Education was established in 2004<br />
with the vision of bringing world-class education to Dubai. Its first and flagship school, Dubai<br />
<strong>International</strong> Academy, opened in 2005 and within six years, it had become one of the<br />
premier international schools in Dubai.<br />
In 2010, Innoventures Education partnered with Emaar Properties to take over the<br />
management of <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong>s and Nurseries in Dubai, thus increasing its<br />
portfolio to three schools and nine nurseries.<br />
The newest addition to the Innoventures Education portfolio is Collegiate American <strong>School</strong>,<br />
a premium international school that offers the best of American education with a curriculum<br />
based on the American Common Core Standards.<br />
Today, over 5,000 pupils from over 80 countries ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years<br />
study in schools and nurseries managed by Innoventures Education, making it a significant<br />
stakeholder in the education sector in Dubai.<br />
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1 Dubai <strong>International</strong> Academy<br />
Emirates Hills, Tel: +9714 368 4111<br />
2 <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
West Campus, Umm Suqeim<br />
Tel: +9714 427 1351/52<br />
3 <strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
South Campus, Umm Suqeim<br />
Tel: +9714 427 1261/62<br />
4 Collegiate American <strong>School</strong><br />
Umm Suqeim 2<br />
Tel: +9714 724 1400<br />
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<strong>Raffles</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>School</strong> (Nursery)<br />
Arabian Ranches, Tel: +9714 427 1476<br />
Dubai Marina, Tel: +9714 427 1473<br />
Emirates Hills, Tel: +9714 427 1461<br />
Lakes, Tel: +9714 427 1471<br />
Lakes Garden, Tel: +9714 427 1472<br />
Old Town, Tel: +9714 427 1453<br />
Springs 7, Tel: +9714 427 1466<br />
Town Centre, Tel: +9714 427 1458<br />
Umm Suqeim South Campus, Tel: +9714 427 1228<br />
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PO Box 122900, Dubai, UAE.<br />
West Campus: Tel: +9714 427 1351/52<br />
South Campus: Tel: +9714 427 1261/62<br />
E-mail: admissions@rafflesis.com<br />
www.rafflesis.com<br />
<strong>WEST</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong><br />
<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong>
<strong>WEST</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong><br />
PO Box 122900, Dubai, UAE.<br />
West Campus: Tel: +9714 427 1351/52<br />
South Campus: Tel: +9714 427 1261/62<br />
E-mail: admissions@rafflesis.com<br />
www.rafflesis.com<br />
<strong>SOUTH</strong> <strong>CAMPUS</strong>