The National Orthodox School Shmaisani

NOS Shmaisani places student happiness and well-being at the heart of its approach; educational counselling is explicitly described as contributing to students' happiness and well-being. The Tamkeen Centre is staffed by specialized professionals and provides learning-support for Grades 1-9, including non-Arabic speaking students. Tamkeen Centre services include screening and evaluation for learning difficulties (e.g., Dyslexia and Irlen/SSS), individualized lesson plans, assessment for SEN and LSC, a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme, exam reading/writing support, and public awareness. NOS's vision and aims commit to psychological, emotional, social and spiritual well-being as part of student development. Educational Counselling offers one-on-one and group guidance to help students understand themselves, develop life skills, and promote mental health, while university guidance supports students through the application process. Citations: turn8view0, turn4view0, turn2search6, turn5view0

Tamkeen Centre delivers in-house SEN/LSC support with specialized, trained staff. It offers screening and evaluation for learning difficulties and Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome, along with individualised lesson plans and in-class or one-on-one support, and provides a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme. The Centre also provides assessment for SEN/LSC and an exam-reading/writing service, plus public awareness about learning difficulties. The Tamkeen Centre serves Grades 1-9 and is part of NOS rather than a separate specialist SEN institution. The school notes that it cannot accommodate students with severe mental disabilities (IQ below 70) or severe physical disabilities due to current infrastructure. Citations: turn4view0, turn3view0, turn7view0

EAL support is provided through the Tamkeen Centre, including a Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme to help non-Arabic-speaking students improve their Arabic language skills; this service is offered to students with Arabic-language needs and is fee-based. The Tamkeen Centre serves Grades 1-9 and offers individualized lesson plans for registered students. The Non-Arabic Speaking Students Programme uses a tailored curriculum for reading, writing and conversational Arabic, with special exams prepared to match each student's plan. Non-Arabic speaking support is described as part of Tamkeen Centre services for those with language needs. Citations: turn4view0, turn8view0

NOS aims to ensure holistic well-being across psychological, emotional, physical, mental, social and spiritual domains (Our Vision/Mission/Aims). The Tamkeen Centre explicitly prioritizes physical, mental and spiritual well-being as a core focus for students. Educational Counselling emphasises promoting mental health, life skills, and social adaptability, offering one-on-one and group guidance to support students' emotional development. Education Counselling also provides strategies for dealing with feelings, conflict resolution, and general well-being, with aims that include preventing delinquency and improving motivation. University Counselling supports students with post-secondary planning, which contributes to overall well-being by reducing stress and uncertainty in transitions. Citations: turn2search6, turn7view0, turn8view0, turn5view0

NOS publicly references safeguarding-adjacent provisions: the Admission page notes an open Admissions policy and a Student Code of Conduct or best interests standard. The school operates clinics with a General Physician and nurses who provide medical care, vaccinations, and injury care, and maintain medical records for safety. Educational Counselling explicitly covers safeguarding-related processes, including special education referrals to competent specialists and handling issues before referring to the discipline council. Tamkeen Centre supports a safe, inclusive environment by addressing learning difficulties and raising awareness among school and families. The campus also implements health and safety measures, including CCTV, fire alarm systems, emergency exit maps, and a smoke-free environment. Citations: turn3view0, turn7view0, turn8view0, turn7view0