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Windrose Academy

About Windrose Academy :

Windrose Academy is the latest addition to GEMS global network of schools offering International British Curriculuml, providing students with distinct opportunities to develop their potential academically, socially and personally.

Mission

Windrose Academy offers a real difference, providing students with distinct opportunities and advantages to develop their full potential academically, socially and personally

Description

The Windrose Academy Difference

Windrose Academy is a part of the GEMS Global Network of Schools. When you join a GEMS school you join an international education company with a global network of International schools and over fifty years of education experience. GEMS Education is the leading Nursery to Year 13 operator in the world educating over 110,000 children from 151 different nationalities. Teachers at GEMS schools access the company's professional development programme, one of the largest education training programs in the world. This ensures the best possible academic outcomes as well as ensuring that GEMS attracts, and retains the highest calibre teaching and leadership staff.

Windrose Academy offers a real difference, providing students with distinct opportunities and advantages to develop their full potential academically, socially and personally.

Curriculum

Windrose Academy follows the national curriculum for England and it is taught by a team of international staff. Focused on whole-child development, proper attention is given to the social development, skills, knowledge and understanding that children need to interact efficiently in a complex and changing world

Children learn best when they actively participate in the learning process. Supported by a well-resourced library and computer facilities, students throughout the school are encouraged to explore and develop their natural abilities and talents.

Windrose Academy offers schooling for children from three and a half to eighteen years old on a purpose built campus.

An International Experience

The School offers a unique international experience for students. Whilst emphasis is placed on their own culture and traditions as well as those of Egypt, students also learn to appreciate the diversity that the world has to offer and will be enriched by a kaleidoscope of ideas and views.

World-Centred Perspective

We embrace a world-centred perspective, promoting programmes that provide opportunities for students to develop their full potential in all respects. The GEMS four Core Values of World Citizenship, Universal Values, Leadership and Forward Thinking are part of the planned curriculum and form the nucleus for our educational programmes right from Foundation Stage.

Leadership Opportunities

Underpinning our strong academic programme is our belief in a holistic education. One of our prime values is the development of leadership.

Partnership with Parents

Windrose Academy recognizes that it is only through parents and teachers working together in close partnership that pupils will make progress.

Through a regular communication system - written reports, SMS, email and programme of consultation evenings - parents are regularly updated on the progress of their children and on activities in the school.

Parent Forums including a monthly Parent Coffee Morning with the Principal and PTA meetings are conducted on a regular basis. These meetings provide an opportunity to all of our parents to voice any concerns, suggestions or ideas that they might have.

The Learning Programme

The curriculum taught at the Windrose Academy is that of The National Curriculum for England and is divided into Key Stages.

The National Curriculum provides a broad, structured framework which outlines the expected levels of achievement during a child's educational journey. As part of the structure there is a programme of student assessments and evaluations to ensure that pupils are working towards levels of attainment appropriate to their age and capability.

Within all areas of school life, attention is paid to the development of aspects linked to the GEMS Core Values. For example: Leadership skills are a part of the daily life at Windrose Academy. House captains and their vice captains are part of this but children are also taught how to take a lead in their learning, to show initiative and be responsible, whilst at all times showing consideration for others.

Being a truly international school, with different nationalities represented, develops our children's sense of World Citizenship in a way that promotes open and tolerant young minds. Windrose Academy actively teaches pupils not to discriminate against others and supports them in becoming global citizens.

The Curriculum

Early Years

Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1

FS1 to Year 2

The Early Years programme for children aged three to five is called the Foundation Stage. It is designed to prepare children to begin the National Curriculum for England, which begins around the age of five in Key Stage 1 and continues through Key Stage 5.

The child's progress is closely monitored and assessed against appropriate age performance standards. Every encouragement and help is provided for children to attain their full potential.

Focused on whole-child development, proper attention is given to the social development, skills, knowledge and understanding that children need to interact efficiently in a complex and changing world. Children in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 are introduced to foundations in Reading, Writing, Science, Mathematics and Information and Communications Technology through a system of practical applications, supported by a positive and stimulating learning environment.

Children learn best when they actively participate in the learning process. Learning through structured play and a regular programme of visits forms an integral part of the Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 curriculum.

Supported by a well-resourced library and computer facilities, students in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 are encouraged to explore and develop their natural abilities and talents.

By the end of Year 2, all students will have developed social skills and a love of learning, as well as be able to read and write, and use simple mathematics at a level appropriate for their age or beyond. They would have gained a significantly improved understanding of our world through knowledge of elementary history, geography and science. The overall educational experience is enriched with exposure to Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE). Students will also develop their creative talents in art and music alongside their physical development through dance, games and gymnastic activities.

Primary School: Key Stage 2

Year 3 to Year 6

Students in this programme follow Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum for England, which continues to build on the foundations that are established in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1.

Ongoing assessment ensures that each student's progress and development are continuous and meet predetermined standards. We encourage students to think independently, use their initiative and to participate in a meaningful and active manner in the learning process. At the end of Key Stage 2, students study for University of Cambridge Checkpoint Examinations in English, maths and science.

The core academic curriculum includes instruction in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Information and Communications Technology. Students are introduced in Year 3 to foreign languages such as French. The overall education experience is enhanced and supplemented with instructions in Art, Music, Physical Education, and Citizenship / Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE).

A selection of extra-curricular activities broadens the opportunities for students to enhance their natural abilities and to challenge themselves through development of new interest areas. Extra-curricular activities may include Drama, Choir, Computers, Art and Design, a variety of sports activities and a number of school clubs.

Throughout the educational experience at Windrose Academy, students are involved in learning the practical use and application of Information and Communications Technology (ICT).

Development of leadership qualities and skills are put into practical application in Key Stage 2 providing each student the opportunity to share class and school responsibilities that nurture organisational skills, co-operation, accountability and team spirit.

By the end of Year 6, all students will have experienced a well-rounded education and have developed a strong character, articulate expression, confidence, and be well-prepared for their secondary education.

Middle School: Key Stage 3

Years 7 to 9, known as Key Stage 3, follow the National Curriculum for England which includes the subjects: English, English Literature, Mathematics, Humanities, Sciences, Computer Sciences, a selection of second languages, Art and Design, Design and Technology, Drama and Dance, Music, Physical Education and Citizenship / Personal, Social and Health Education are also offered.

Senior School: Key Stage 4 and 5

Year 10 to Year 13

In Key Stage 4 (Years 10 to 11), the IGCSE curriculum is introduced. A range of subjects, catering for a variety of academic needs and interests, are offered. These include the compulsory subjects of English, Mathematics and Physical Education. Optional subjects include ICT, French, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, History, Geography, Business Studies, Accounts, Economics, Art and Drama.

During the final two years of school, students sit for the AS and A levels. A wide range of subjects are offered which assist in preparing students for higher studies or a multitude of career opportunities. Key leadership qualities are very important in these senior years. Students in these classes will be challenged to accept and develop responsibilities as leaders and citizens of the world.

Education Partnership Philosophy

A Committed Teaching Team.

All our teaching staff are well-qualified and bring with them relevant experience from around the world. They are carefully selected to complement the school ethos and be part of the innovative, energetic team dedicated to achieving the best from all children.

Through their skills, they are able to create a stimulating learning environment for all pupils who develop confidence, skills and enjoyment within nurturing surroundings.

Our ongoing programme of professional development ensures that the strategies, methods and resources used reflect the standards of best practice from around the world. Training that is undertaken is monitored to ensure that it is supporting the high standards of teaching and learning within the school.

All members of the teaching team are fully committed to supporting children as they work towards their personal targets through providing high quality education.

As part of our teaching philosophy, we expect teachers at the school to:

• Actively engage students in their own learning

• Systematically develop students learning skills so that they become increasingly independent

• Use assessment for learning techniques to help children to reflect on what they know and to set targets for the future

• Have high expectations of what children can achieve

• Use stimulating activities in well-paced lessons

• Create a purposeful atmosphere that promotes good learning

• Encourage children to participate in Extra-Curricular Programmes

Teaching Assistants

Teaching assistants are available throughout the school and provide support within the classrooms. They work under the direction of the class teacher to ensure that the curriculum is accessible for all pupils. From Foundation Stage 1 through to Year 2, full time Teaching Assistants work with each class. This helps to ensure that all children in these year groups have excellent opportunities to access each activity which is on offer and to achieve their full potential. From Year 3 to Year 13 teaching assistants are timetabled to work across the specialised classes.

Message from the Principal

Welcome to Windrose Academy. I am delighted that you have considered enrolling your child at our new, innovative school and hope to see you personally in the near future.

Windrose Academy offers a real difference, providing students with distinct opportunities and advantages to develop their full potential academically, socially and personally. We are staffed with a staff whose nationalities and backgrounds allow all of our pupils the benefit of their many and varied experiences. Yet a common thread running through every teacher in Windrose Academy is a commitment to offering each child the chance to grow, learn and thrive in a constructive and supportive environment.

At Windrose Academy we have a strong focus upon academic excellence and develop pupils' language, mathematical and analytical skills first and foremost. However, there is more to life than academia and by encouraging pleasure and joy in the pursuit of the arts, music, drama, design and sport we allow all of our pupils to experience success and achievement in school life.

An often forgotten set of qualities is those associated with relationships, manners and standards. Our pupils are taught the importance of good manners, how vital it is to develop and maintain a good personal reputation and learn the standards that are expected of everyone in modern society.

I have been living and working in the education sector in Egypt since 2011 and enjoy the rich and varied culture of this wonderful country. The passion that people here have for education and the strong support for family values are two major assets of the Egyptian people. As a father to a young son I know the desire that we parents feel to give our children the best that we can whilst encouraging them to grow, learn, think for themselves and develop respectful attitudes to others' beliefs, cultures and values. At Windrose Academy we look to foster a community of genuinely caring adults who are deeply interested in the learning, progress and welfare of every pupil and who strive for this goal in all that they do.

Reading about a school in one way to gather information and I would encourage you to arrange an appointment with our Registrar to visit Windrose Academy and see for yourself this wonderful school in action.

Admission Procedure

Registration and admission for the academic year starting in September opens in the spring term each year. Admission depends upon existing vacancies. The minimum permissible age for Foundation Stage 1 is three years 6 months on or before 1st October. There will be an interactive assessment session with the teacher for Foundation Stages 1 & 2. For all other classes, admission is granted on the basis of an entrance test usually in Mathematics and English. Placement will depend on a recommendation and positive school report from the previous academic year.

Admission can be granted throughout the year in other classes and is subject to the availability of places and the successful completion of a range of assessment tests.