Cyprus, Paphos
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The school offers opportunities to take part in national and international academic competitions and hosts debates and public speaking events. Debating Society, Public Speaking, and the Moot Court/Mock Trial formats are active within Academic Clubs. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered to support service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation as part of student development, alongside A Level Subject Specific Booster Classes and Mathematics Olympiad. English Support and other academic enrichment options are available to students.
Arts and creative clubs include Orchestra, Choir, Creative Writing, Graphics Club, Film Criticism Club, Art & Design, Sewing, Fashion Sense Society and Cookery. Aspire Dramatic Society runs drama events and presentations as part of the arts program. Additional creative activities include the Dance option and The Art of Great Speeches, along with other after-school performing and design opportunities.
Cultural Events are a core feature of co-curricular life. Language activities include Speaking Greek and Greek Dancing, with Traditional Games as part of cultural offerings. National and International Cultural Events are celebrated through clubs and events.
After-school clubs and activities cover artistic, creative and social pursuits. Examples include Arts and Crafts, Orchestra, Choir, Creative Writing, Graphics Club, Film Criticism Club, Sewing, Cookery, Fashion Sense Society, and Dance, as well as the Aspire Dramatic Society for drama. House Competitions and Quizzes are held regularly, and Debating Society and Public Speaking are active. There are sports clubs such as Football, Basketball and Table Tennis.
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award encourages service to others, expeditions, skills and physical recreation, with camping experiences as a key component. The school organizes fund-raising and charity events and national and international residential trips as part of student community engagement. Environmental activities also form part of the program to promote sustainable practice.
Leadership development is reinforced through student leadership activities and international conferences. Aspire's MedMUN Delegates participate in Model United Nations conferences, developing negotiation, research and public speaking skills. Junior Achievement Cyprus recognizes Aspire students for leadership, including a Year 13 student-led team winning the Leadership Award in 2022.
Wellbeing and physical health are supported through a strong sports and fitness program, including personal fitness and team sports. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award also emphasizes physical recreation and camping experiences. The program also includes performing arts such as piano, ballet and dance, and supports language learning.
Aspire Private British School is an independent school in Cyprus delivering the British National Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18. The curriculum leads to GCSE IGCSE and International A Level qualifications, with eligibility to obtain the Cyprus Apolyterio School Leaving Certificate. Lessons are conducted in English and place strong emphasis on developing knowledge, skills and intercultural understanding. The campus features three ICT suites with individual computer access, a dedicated school portal, and interactive whiteboard technology. Science laboratories follow Ministry of Education guidelines to foster practical, investigative work. An Art and Design Studio and a Music Room support creative learning, while sport pitches underpin physical education and the delivery of GCSE and A Level PE. The school also offers extensive extracurriculars, including drama, debating, cultural events, and national and international trips. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award framework is encouraged for eligible students, promoting service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation.