At GPS, our SoD admissions policy is in accordance with Federal Law 29 (2006) regarding the education and outcomes of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
GPS is an inclusive school committed to identifying and meeting the needs of each and every student. We start from the premise that each child is unique and that all students have varying degrees of exceptionality and need. This is why is very important for our teachers to get to know the children in their care. We differentiate and personalise learning plans, adapting and modifying the curriculum and providing appropriate challenge and support, working in cooperation with parents and, where appropriate, specialist agencies and providers. We are committed to implementing the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework (2017) and meeting the Directives and Guidelines for Inclusive Education (2019).
Inclusion Education Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bMNXvYONzJv5liwU692DXa9Ww7REp0F2/view?usp=drive_link
We see ourselves as a learning community where all children are valued, because of their different learning needs and abilities. The school’s Inclusion Unit meets the needs of children requiring additional support including those who are identified as being High Achievers (HA) and Gifted and Talented (GT). Just as every teacher receives training to support English Language Learners (ELLs), they also receive training to ensure that the needs of all students are met as far as possible in the mainstream classroom, including those registered as students of determination (SEND) and/or gifted and talented (GT).
More information may be requested from the Head of Inclusion in order to determine the best assistance for student learners.
Counselling at GPS is designed to offer services that promote the personal, social, emotional and educational development of students. The Head of Inclusion works closely with students, parents, administration and teachers to create a school experience for all students that is engaging, holistic and achievement-focused. Counselling and guidance are often preventative, seeking to address the developmental needs of students before problems arise.
Students must not arrive at school before 7.30 a.m. as there is no guaranteed supervision before this time. GPS staff are on duty for morning arrival from 7.30 - 8.00 a.m. in designated areas. The doors are opened to enable access to the classrooms from 7.30 a.m for a 7:50-8:00 registration. Prior to that time, students are to wait in designated areas before going to the classrooms. Students arriving by bus in EYFS years are taken directly to their classrooms, while bus students in Years 3 – 7 are dropped off in designated, supervised areas. Any student who arrives after 8:10 will be marked as late.
Students are expected to leave the school at their designated gate. By doing this you are helping the school safeguard your child as no unauthorised adult will be permitted to enter the school building. Parents and visitors will only be permitted into the school building once they have shown their Parent ID to security. If a parent does not have the ID, they will be asked to leave their Emirates ID at the security gates in exchange for a GPS Visitor’s ID. On Sunday to Thursday, Foundation dismissal is at 1 p.m. and Year 1 to Year 7 at 2.30 p.m. All students must be promptly picked up from their designated areas or be brought by GPS Staff to their assigned bus or pick-up area (e.g. front playground). Students who are not picked up will be brought to the library until parents or guardians arrive.
Any student involved in an ECA, must be met promptly at the completion of the activity, usually 3.30 p.m. Parents will be contacted if late pick-up from school becomes habitual, as this is unfair to both the child and the staff. There may be an additional charge for child care.
Students who are not registered with the bus provider to ride the bus are not allowed to use the bus. Although they are inviting spaces, the Foundation learning areas are not to be used outside of classroom hours as these are organised teaching and learning spaces. If directly supervised by a parent or guardian, students may use the playground in front of the school after hours if they are not already in use. Parents or guardians MUST be in the playground in close proximity to their children. Inappropriate supervision or misuse of the playground will result in removal of after school playground privileges. The school is closed on Saturday and Sunday except for special events, and only with the approval of the Ministry of Education.
Every Friday school ends at 12:00 pm as we follow the directive of the KHDA.
If extreme weather conditions are forecast and/or the temperature/humidity reaches an unacceptable level, the Principal will exercise professional judgement and declare a "red" break time. The students will be required to remain inside during breaks and staff will be designated to supervise.
In the event of extreme weather forecast events parents will be informed via Seesaw and school of the Principal’s decision to close early or remain closed.
Students are expected to be in class on time for lessons to start. Punctuality shows respect for others, classmates and teachers. Tardiness affects not only the student who is late but disrupts the entire group. Parents are requested to emphasise the importance of being on time with their child. Repeated lateness can result in detention or loss of free time at school as a consequence.
At GPS, our SoD admissions policy is in accordance with Federal Law 29 (2006) regarding the education and outcomes of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
GPS is an inclusive school committed to identifying and meeting the needs of each and every student. We start from the premise that each child is unique and that all students have varying degrees of exceptionality and need. This is why is very important for our teachers to get to know the children in their care. We differentiate and personalise learning plans, adapting and modifying the curriculum and providing appropriate challenge and support, working in cooperation with parents and, where appropriate, specialist agencies and providers. We are committed to implementing the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework (2017) and meeting the Directives and Guidelines for Inclusive Education (2019).
Attendance and Punctuality Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RL6KoP2ltRRqn7Bto8aJ4gYNcrStlxQb/view?usp=drive_link
We see ourselves as a learning community where all children are valued, because of their different learning needs and abilities. The school’s Inclusion Unit meets the needs of children requiring additional support including those who are identified as being High Achievers (HA) and Gifted and Talented (GT). Just as every teacher receives training to support English Language Learners (ELLs), they also receive training to ensure that the needs of all students are met as far as possible in the mainstream classroom, including those registered as students of determination (SEND) and/or gifted and talented (GT).
More information may be requested from the Head of Inclusion in order to determine the best assistance for student learners.
When a student is ill please message the class teacher via Seesaw or contact Reception via phone call or email the evening before/the morning of school. If the days exceed two days, then a doctor’s report must be handed to Reception when the student returns to school.
Cyberbullying Policy and Procedures: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iqsZrD_8OP269wFpXd3pIP7dLU6wbOU5/view?usp=drive_link
Safeguarding and Child Protection: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14p6wnIeDE0GaBPkMYOWMb9KvVHxrtuXi/view?usp=drive_link
Antibullying and Behaviour Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ze0rcHzSaDlWrpcsPrsiduOws6BSz71N/view?usp=drive_link
