Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira

Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeira places social and emotional learning (SEL) within a holistic wellbeing framework. The school emphasizes physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing as part of its educational approach and promotes balance through participation in extracurricular activities. Dedicated counselors provide a safe space for students to express thoughts and emotions and to develop coping strategies, including stress management, mindfulness, and emotional resilience. Student voice is encouraged, with opportunities for feedback and peer support to foster a sense of belonging in the learning community. The KHDA rating for IPS-Jumeira is Good, reflecting strong overall quality including wellbeing provisions.

IPS-Jumeira is described as an inclusive school with a learning support program that admits a managed number of students requiring learning support at each grade level. The inclusion framework provides Personalized Instruction for Students of Determination. Assistive technologies are provided to support engagement, comprehension, and participation. Regular progress assessments are conducted to monitor student learning and inform instructional adjustments. Inclusion practices include differentiated assignments and flexible accommodations in the classroom. Specific categories of SEN are not publicly enumerated; the program centers on students of determination within an inclusive approach.

English is the language of instruction for most subjects, while Arabic language, Islamic studies, and social studies are taught in Arabic. IPS-Jumeira describes itself as following an American curriculum and as an inclusive school. Publicly available materials do not specify an EAL-specific program. Where language support is available, it is framed within inclusive education and learning support rather than a separate EAL track. Therefore, EAL-specific provision is not publicly disclosed.

Wellbeing is integral to IPS-Jumeira's approach, with a focus on physical, emotional, and mental health as part of a balanced education. Dedicated counselors provide a safe space for students to express thoughts and emotions, while teaching coping strategies. Support includes stress management and mindfulness practices to develop emotional resilience. Physical activity and sport are promoted as part of wellbeing through strong PE facilities and programs. Community-building and peer support, including social events and collaboration, foster belonging and emotional wellbeing. Long-term wellbeing is supported through the development of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

IPS-Jumeira publishes a formal Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy (January 2025, Version 1.0) as part of its essential documents and policies. The policy states that the school aims to protect and safeguard every child and cooperates with the Community Development Authority-CPC and Dubai Police when needed. All staff, mainly teachers, are required to report abuse or neglect to their Section Principal, who will contact the school's Child Protection Officer. IPS-Jumeira maintains a designated Child Protection Officer responsible for safeguarding and welfare across all ages. The policy lists safeguarding-related procedures and policies such as Bullying, Behavior, and Health & Safety, and requires staff training; the school collaborates with the CDA CPC and Dubai Police to address child protection in schools and education.