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Mauritius, Mauritius
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The PSHE program builds positive self-esteem and fosters trust, openness, cooperation and sharing in a supportive school environment. It aims to help pupils develop social and emotional skills through guided activities and discussion and includes a health component teaching basic hygiene and well-being. Mindfulness meditation is taught to senior pupils as a secular program designed to improve wellbeing. Brain Gym is included daily to support learning through coordinated body movements. Weekly assemblies address topics such as gratitude and end with mindfulness, with prayers that are universal and a focus on encouraging respect for all religions.
The school is a private English Primary day school in Mauritius. Pupils share English as a common language. Teachers are either native English speakers from abroad or Mauritians who have lived and studied abroad, and all speak English fluently.
Mindfulness is taught to senior pupils as a secular program designed to improve wellbeing. PSHE provides a framework to build positive self-esteem and social skills. The health component teaches basic hygiene and personal wellbeing. Brain Gym is included daily to support cognitive integration and learning. Assemblies include mindfulness activities, contributing to pupil well-being and respect for diverse beliefs.
Safeguarding is a core responsibility with the Headmistress, the designated safeguarding lead, and the School Director taking lead roles. All staff receive annual child protection training, and safe recruitment procedures are followed. The policy identifies five elements: safe recruitment, safeguarding awareness, reporting procedures, support for pupils, and maintaining a safe environment. The school keeps confidential records of concerns and follows clear reporting procedures for suspected abuse. Mental health and wellbeing are part of safeguarding; staff refer concerns to the designated safeguarding lead.
Alexandra House School is a private English primary day school in Mauritius serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It follows the British curriculum, with core subjects English, Mathematics, and Science taught closely, and other subjects with an international bias. The program combines enquiry-based learning with a contents-based structure to build knowledge, enquiry, research, and creative and critical thinking. English is the language of instruction; teaching staff include native English speakers and Mauritian staff who speak English fluently, with strong emphasis on reading, phonics, and language development. French is taught from early levels. The curriculum also includes Integrated Studies, ICT, Drama, Music, Art & Craft, PSHE, Mindfulness, Brain Gym, and Assembly/Religion, with small classes averaging about 15. The school sits on over two acres of terraced gardens in Floréal, Mauritius, offering a spacious outdoor playground. Alexandra House is a COBIS member, reinforcing its international-friendly British-style education. Parent involvement remains highly valued.
