FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Welcome to Sharjah English School! Whether you're a new family joining our vibrant community or just exploring educational options in Sharjah, this FAQ section is a great place to start.
We've compiled answers to some of the most common questions to help you get acquainted with our school. If you don't find what you're looking for here, please don't hesitate to contact us.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
| What are the school DAYS AND TIMINGS? |
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Sharjah English School follows a 4-day school week that runs from Monday to Thursday.
*ECAs are optional extracurricular activities that happen after the regular school hours. |
| What is the dress code? |
| For more information on dress code/uniform, please visit our Uniform Page. |
| Who governs the school? |
| The Board of Governors of SES meets each month to oversee the strategic functioning of the school, operating under the Sharjah English School Constitution. In partnership with the Principal and Bursar, the Board addresses issues of policy and concern for staff and parents, manages the finances of the school and makes medium and long-term plans for the development of the school. To know more, visit the Board of Governors page. |
| What extracurricular activities are offered? |
| We offer a wide range of teacher-led extra-curricular activities and clubs to all students, after school, Monday to Thursday. Students are expected to attend at least one school club every term. Many students also participate in inter-school sporting competitions after school. |
| Can my child take music lessons at school |
| Yes students have the opportunity to sign up for peripatetic lessons that take place during the school day. The fees for this are shared at the beginning of each term. |
| Transportation |
| SES school buses are operated by Combinestar Transport services which has had a 13-year partnership with SES. Please contact the bus company Combinestar LLC at combinestarllc@gmail.com or +971 4 424 2011 for any further information with regard to buses including costs and routes. Or click here to visit their website. |
| IS SES ACCREDITED BY THE BSO (BRITISH SCHOOLS OVERSEAS)? |
| Yes. SES is recognised by the DfE (Dept for Education) in England as a British School Overseas (BSO). Read about our accreditations and inspections reports here. |
| What is the Curiosity Approach that the school follows? |
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In the Foundation Stage at SES the curriculum is planned and resourced to ignite the children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and to provide opportunities for all children to succeed in a secure atmosphere, one in which they feel valued. Read about the Curiosity Approach here. |
FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS
| What is the admissions process? |
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| Read about our admissions process here.. |
| What is the curriculum like? |
| We cater to students aged 3 to 18, with classes running from Foundation through to A-level, following a broad, challenging, and balanced curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. For more information on curriculum please click on: |
| How can I ensure that my child is safe at school? |
| Please visit the Whole School Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy here. |
| How do I know what house my child is in? |
| Parents will be informed about the house allocation when they receive the welcome pack by email. This is usually sent out after the registration process is finalised for those who join school mid year. Students who join at the beginning of Term 1 will receive their welcome pack by July. |
| What documents should I prepare before moving to Sharjah or the UAE? |
| Please visit the transfer document checklist here. |
| How do I know if the bus can pick up my child? |
| Please contact the school bus transport company to ensure that your residential location is being serviced at the times required for your child. Please visit our bus information here. |
| Does my child need to purchase a house tie? |
| Students in years 7 to 13 will need a school tie in their house colour. These must be purchased from the school uniform shop. For more information, please visit our uniform page. |
| When do I need to register my child with SPEA (Sharjah Private Education Authority)? |
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SPEA registration must be completed one week from the date of joining school. Please ensure that all your documents are ready and attested if necessary beforehand. Please review the requirements for Transfer Documents here. |
FOR STUDENTS
| What GCSE options are offered? |
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| Read about our learning pathways here. |
| What A-Level options are offered? |
| Read about our learning pathways here. |
| What is the policy on absences and tardiness? |
| Read our Lates and Attendance Policy. |
| What are the rules for using technology at school? |
| Read our Privacy Policy. |