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The school places a strong emphasis on students' social and emotional development. Initiatives include social-emotional assessments for all secondary students and the promotion of mindfulness and reflection practices. Teachers act as coaches and mentors, customizing learning experiences to individual student needs. The school also organizes events like 'Connect@Orchard' for parents and students to explore topics such as the teenage brain and study habits, fostering a supportive community.
EtonHouse International School Orchard supports students with special educational needs through its Inclusive Education team. The team assists teachers in identifying challenges and making necessary adjustments to ensure meaningful learning experiences. Support is primarily provided within the classroom, with quieter settings available when more conducive to targeted teaching. For students requiring structured support, paid services are offered, including the development of Individual Educational Plans with specific goals, regularly reviewed in collaboration with parents. The school employs experienced educators, such as Learning Support Teachers and Inclusive Education Teachers, to provide specialized assistance. While EtonHouse Orchard is not a specialist SEN institution, it offers support for a range of learning needs, including literacy, adaptive physical education, and social-emotional development.
EtonHouse International School Orchard offers robust support for non-native English speakers through tailored programmes.
In the Primary Years (Years 1 to 6), the English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme provides two levels of support:
-Regular EAL: Four hours per week aimed at students needing assistance to develop their English proficiency for mainstream classes.
-Intensive EAL: Eight hours per week designed for students with minimal English skills, focusing on rapid acquisition of essential language abilities for social and academic integration.
For Secondary students (Years 7 to 9), the English for Academic Progress (EAP) programme offers an intensive, short-term course with 20 hours of instruction per week. This programme integrates key concepts from subjects like History, Geography, and Science to enhance language skills across reading, writing, listening, and speaking, facilitating a smooth transition into mainstream classes.
The school emphasizes the mental wellbeing of its students by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Pastoral counselling services are available to help students cope with mental stress related to new environments or academic demands. These services aim to create a culture of care, trust, and friendliness, encouraging student attendance and involvement. Homeroom teachers, who know the students best, typically deliver this support, with formal counselling provided as needed. Additionally, the school offers programmes focusing on social-emotional development, helping students build resilience and self-awareness.
EtonHouse International School Orchard is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people from harm. The school's Child Safeguarding Policy outlines procedures to ensure the physical and emotional safety and wellbeing of all students. This includes clear boundaries of acceptable behaviour, promoting positive behaviours for learning, and ensuring all staff, students, and parents have a shared understanding of expectations and core values. The policy also details procedures for responding to safeguarding concerns, record keeping, and staff training to maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students.
EtonHouse International School Orchard caters for students ages 5 to 18, offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IGCSEs, and IA-Levels for older students. Facilities include science and D&T labs, as well as music and visual arts studios. A distinctive feature is its Forest School Programme, which provides students with immersive, nature-based learning experiences in a dedicated 100-square-meter green space adjacent to the school. This program aims to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of nature
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