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Cyprus, Nicosia
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The school delivers social, emotional, and wellbeing education through the PSHCE programme. The PSHCE programme promotes wellbeing through practical tools and techniques for daily life. A full wellbeing support network is available within the pastoral system, including Form Tutors, Heads of Year, a professional Counsellor, and a School Nurse, with access to outside professionals when needed. The School Counselling Service offers Drop-In sessions and scheduled appointments, with confidentiality and referrals through form tutors, subject teachers, Heads of Department, or Heads of Year. The aim is to develop resilience, self-awareness, and healthy relationships across the whole school community.
The English School is dedicated to supporting all learners, including students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and those identified as gifted and talented. The inclusion process is coordinated by the Assistant Head in charge of Exams and Inclusion, Ms. Maria Rousou. When a student requires SEN support, relevant information and a Specialist's Report are reviewed, and the Inclusion Team coordinates involvement from Subject Teachers, Form Tutor, Heads of Year, Counsellor, Nurse, Exams Office, and Careers Office to ensure needs are met. SEND provisions are delivered by both specialist staff and mainstream teachers. Parents are invited to discuss needs and start the inclusion process.
Most pupils speak English as an additional language (EAL). The language of instruction is English for all lessons, with Greek and Turkish taught as modern languages. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, aligning with a UK educational framework. A significant EAL population is noted among the pupil body.
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing are addressed through a formal policy and the PSHCE programme, which promotes wellbeing through practical tools and techniques. The wellbeing support network includes Form Tutors, Heads of Year, Assistant Heads, the School Nurse, and a professional Counsellor; outside professionals can be connected when needed. The School Counselling Service offers drop-in and scheduled sessions with confidentiality, and staff can refer students for counselling; parental involvement is possible with consent for students under 18. If longer-term or specialist care is needed, the Counsellor guides families to external resources. The aim is to nurture resilience, self-awareness, and emotional wellbeing in every member of the school community.
The safeguarding policy is a cornerstone of the safe learning environment and is regularly reviewed and updated to align with the latest best practices and legal standards. The school invites all community members—parents, staff, and students—to familiarise themselves with the policy. The Safeguarding Team includes a Designated Safeguarding Lead (Ms. Elena Ignatiou), a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Dr. Eva Polyviou), and a Counsellor (Ms. Maria Papachristodoulou), with contact details provided on the safeguarding resources. Safeguarding Leaflets are available in English, Greek, and Turkish for visitors. The policy outlines clear guidelines and procedures to protect students from harm and to maintain a safe school environment.
The English School, Nicosia is an independent private day school in Cyprus delivering the British Curriculum (Pearson Edexcel IGCSE) for ages 11–18. Founded in 1900 and co‑educational since 1962, the school sits on a 10‑acre campus in Nicosia with a historic Main Building (1938), a Sports Centre added in 1990, and a Science Building (2004) that houses science and ICT laboratories, a Library Resource Centre and a Lecture Theatre. It follows the English National Curriculum: Years 1–3 provide a broad foundation across English, Greek/Turkish, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, ICT, Drama, Art, Music, a Modern European Language, PSHCE, and weekly Games; Years 4–5 start the IGCSE with core subjects plus electives; Years 6–7 pursue A‑levels. The TLC supports teaching and learning; the school is inclusive of students with SEND and those who are gifted. Facilities include 22 departments, 75+ clubs, a refurbished Athletics Track (2022), a redesigned football pitch, two outdoor basketball courts, and a well‑equipped gym. Notable features include MedMUN, Be the Change with the Duke of Edinburgh Award and ECO Warriors, and a 125‑year history celebrated in 2025.
