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Tunisia, Tunis
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The school provides a Guidance Counselor to establish rapport, develop behavior plans, and understand underlying factors affecting learning. The Anti-bullying Policy promotes a safe culture, and safeguarding concerns are managed with a designated safeguarding lead, with appropriate involvement of staff and parents as needed.
BAT has an inclusive learning support model. The SEN policy is designed to support students with individual needs within mainstream classes, with an IB Learning Support Specialist who designs, manages and assesses systems for SEN and develops individualized education programs (IEPs). Information about students' needs is shared with teachers, and support may include shadow teachers, assistants, and targeted interventions; ARDP and GT pathways are used where appropriate.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided. Applicants are assessed for English proficiency on entry, and a language profile is created to identify those needing language support. EAL support occurs during classes or after school, and an EAL department is planned (with at least two teachers) to deliver in-class language support and ensure inclusion in lessons; ongoing planning involves EAL and homeroom teachers to meet individual needs.
The school cares about academic, mental and health well-being and offers Academic support, Psychological support, and Speech Therapy to support students' well-being.
A Guidance Counselor supports safeguarding and behavior planning, and a Designated Safeguarding Lead handles safeguarding concerns. There is an Anti-bullying Policy, clear procedures for addressing bullying and safeguarding issues, and active involvement of parents and staff in safeguarding decisions.
The British Academy of Tunis offers an International Baccalaureate Continuum for ages 3 to 18. The Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) are fully accredited, with English as the language of instruction. In the early years, the school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, introducing English, Mathematics, Science, Phonics, Writing, Arts, Physical Education and Storytelling. The IB curriculum is implemented throughout the campus, supported by a PYP Coordinator and an MYP Coordinator, and a DP Coordinator oversees the Diploma. The school fosters a cross-cultural environment, with events and trips as part of School Life. Activities include a Book Fair and visits to sites such as Friguia Park, Ennejma Ezzahra Palace, and the Bardo Museum. Community involvement includes Ramadhan donations, an olive harvest at SIDI THABET disabled farm, and visits to an orphanage. Health and wellbeing services support students' academic and mental well-being.
