Khalil Gibran School Rabat

Main Campus: 4 avenue Bir Kacem Souissi, Rabat, Morocco; Annexe 1: Rue Oulad Ayyad, Souissi, Rabat, Morocco; Annexe 2: 38 Lotissement Mouline 2, Souissi, Rabat, Morocco.

Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Year 1; Primary School (6 to 11 years); Middle School (11 to 16 years); High School (16 to 18 years); Year 13.

Private international school offering British and Moroccan curricula.

Over 68 nationalities represented.

Morocco. Accredited by the Moroccan Ministry of Education and Cambridge Assessment International Education.

School Bus Service with routes across Rabat; areas include Hay Nahda, Agdal, Souissi, Hay El Menzeh, Hay Riad, Ain Aouda, Hay El Fath, Cym, Akkari, Wifak, Harhoura, Tamssna, Temara, Sale, and Sale El Jadida; bus drivers are vetted and transportation is designed for safety.

Two curriculum pathways are available: the Moroccan Programme and the Cambridge pathway (IGCSE and A Levels). The programmes are delivered in English, Arabic and French, building trilingual proficiency. The Moroccan Programme is accredited by the Moroccan Ministry of Education and leads to the Moroccan Baccalaureate at the end of Year 13; certificates are awarded at the ends of Years 6, 9 and 13. The Moroccan Programme runs from Year 2 to Year 13, with Year 11 comprising Arabic and French language studies and Islamic education and philosophy, and Year 12 offering science or economics pathways. The Cambridge pathway provides IGCSE for Years 10-11 and AS/A Levels for Years 12-13, with Cambridge examinations administered by Cambridge Assessment International Education. The school has been the sole Cambridge examination administrator in Morocco since 1998 and is part of Inspired.

The Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level examinations are administered at Khalil Gibran School, which has been a Cambridge assessment centre in Morocco since 1998. IGCSE is offered for Years 10-11 and AS/A Levels for Years 12-13, with exams conducted under Cambridge Assessment International Education. All IGCSE and IAL subjects are taught mainly in English. The school reports a 100% pass rate in regional Cambridge examinations.

University counselling is provided as part of a comprehensive support program. One in three Inspired students is accepted to a Russell Group or Ivy League institution, and 90% go on to attend their first-choice college. Counselors help with university research, applications and interview techniques, with exclusive partnerships with Arete Educational Consulting and The Classroom Door for US and UK admissions guidance.

An Inspired School focuses on holistic development through the Three Pillars: Academics, Sport and Performing Arts. This approach aims to develop global citizens and help students realise their potential. The school emphasises social, emotional, and personal growth alongside academic achievement. The Sports Pillar supports social, emotional, mental and physical well-being through its PE curriculum and wide range of activities. The curriculum fosters confidence, critical thinking, and independence, and students benefit from a global community within the Inspired network, including overseas experiences that broaden social growth.

The Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy includes a dedicated section on Special Educational Needs, Disability & Accessibility (SENDA). The policy recognises the school's responsibility to identify and support children with additional needs as part of safeguarding and welfare commitments. It outlines a framework for identifying and supporting pupils with SEN within the safeguarding structure and assigns responsibilities to staff for this work. The policy emphasises staff involvement and reporting of concerns related to safeguarding and SEN needs. It notes that parents are informed about safeguarding arrangements and that the policy is accessible on the school site.

The school delivers a trilingual curriculum in Arabic, English and French as part of its dual Moroccan/UK education. The Moroccan Programme is delivered in English, Arabic and French, building on students' multilingual skills. The school describes itself as offering trilingual tuition across programmes. This multilingual approach prepares students for higher education opportunities in Morocco and internationally. The curriculum options include Moroccan Programme and Cambridge International pathways, underscoring multilingual instruction across levels.

The Inspired School pillars include a focus on mental wellbeing as part of the holistic approach to education. The Sports Pillar represents physical health and our commitment to the social, emotional, mental and health well-being of students. The school emphasises developing confidence, resilience, and social-emotional skills through PE and extracurricular activities. A holistic curriculum focuses on Academics, Sport and Performing Arts to support students' mental wellbeing and overall development. The global community and overseas experiences contribute to well-being by broadening horizons and social connections.

The school has a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy adopted in August 2024 and last reviewed in March 2025. It identifies designated safeguarding leads: Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead Mrs. Leanne McNamara; Designated Safeguarding Lead Mrs. Hanane Lahmil; Senior Designated Lead for ELS and Primary Mrs. Kafui Gbesemete; Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Mr. Vishal Ganguli; Deputy Safeguarding Lead Miss Ruth Perez Esteban. The policy states safeguarding is a shared responsibility and requires staff to report concerns to a DSL. It provides procedures for managing concerns and reporting abuse, including involvement of external agencies when needed. Parents are informed of safeguarding arrangements and the policy is accessible on the school site.

1. Curriculum, languages and entry readiness: Khalil Gibran School Rabat offers two curriculum pathways, Moroccan International Baccalaureate and British Curriculum, for children from 3 to 18 years old. English, Arabic and French are used as languages of instruction. Students entering must have age-appropriate fluency in English to participate in the curriculum. Entry dates must not be more than one year ahead of the application date.

2. Application requirements: The Admissions Application Form must be completed in full and signed by a parent or legal guardian. Submit a copy of the child's passport, the most recent school report (in English or translated), vaccination records, four passport-sized photographs, and copies of the child's National ID or Residence ID, along with a signed Parent Contract and the non-refundable Registration Fee. Additional documents such as medical or educational reports may be requested where relevant.

3. Submitting the application: Applications can be submitted by hand or scanned and emailed. The date the completed application is received determines the applicant's initial place on the waiting list. A separate application is required for each child.

4. Initial review and availability check: After receipt, the School checks that the entry date is within one year and whether a place is available in the appropriate year group or likely to become available within a year. If entry within a year seems unlikely, the parent is informed that the child will be assessed for a place on the waiting list only and the most recent school report will be requested. If a place is available, the School proceeds to verify the information and supporting documents. If items are missing, the parent is asked to provide them.

5. Assessment scheduling: When all required admissions documentation is submitted, the Admissions team will contact the parent to schedule an entry assessment test. In certain circumstances, such as a pandemic, the student may be assessed based on the most recent school report. The assessment aligns with the year group for which admission is sought.

6. Admissions criteria and readiness testing: Admissions require the student to be able to cope with the curriculum. The following must be completed: a fully filled Admissions Form with medical information, copies of passport and IDs, school leaving certificate, vaccination and medical records, and signed Parent Contract. Assessments measure readiness in English, Mathematics, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Spatial Ability; satisfactory references from previous schools; and payment of the required fees (Registration, Educational Technology Fee, and Tuition). For Sixth Form entry, GCSE results (or equivalent) and typical grades in intended A-level subjects are considered, with conditional offers common.

7. Normal application timeline: The School accepts students throughout the year, but for a September start the usual process begins in October of the preceding year. If applications exceed places, admissions may close at the School's discretion; places for September are usually finalised by the end of the academic year.

8. Assessment process by year group: Entry assessments are designed to match the year group's curriculum. FS1/FS2 involve observation on site; Year 1-2 assess conversational skills and social behavior; Year 3-6 assessments are usually exam-style with Maths, English, Non-Verbal Reasoning and a short writing task; Year 7-10 assessments are online or on-site with similar components plus a short essay; Sixth Form involves online assessments, a written essay and consideration of prior work; Applicants may be interviewed or provide additional evidence as needed.

9. Decision outcomes: After assessment, the School determines whether to offer an unconditional place, a conditional offer or non-admission. Conditional offers link to specified conditions and require additional evidence to show conditions have been met; final decisions are communicated by the Headteacher and recorded in the student file.

10. Waitlists: Waitlists exist for most year groups with a rolling system. If no place is available, applications remain on the Waiting List until a place becomes available; Year 10 and Year 12 entries are typically prioritised at the start of the academic year and no later than October, subject to Executive Headteacher approval.

11. Enrollment and onboarding: If a place is accepted, the Parent Contract is signed and the Registration Fee paid. Enrollment is not final until the Registration Fee and First Term Tuition are paid. The School may withdraw an offer if deadlines are missed. The first term invoice is issued after enrollment is confirmed.

11. Waitlists exist for most year groups; the waitlist operates on a rolling basis, with applications remaining on the list until a place becomes available throughout the academic year. Waitlists close when maximum numbers are reached. For Year 10 and Year 12, entry is typically preferred at the start of the academic year and no later than the end of October, subject to Executive Headteacher approval.