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United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Student well-being is an integral part of life at CIS and profoundly impacts development and learning. The wellbeing framework identifies six pillars: Safety and Security, Healthy Body, Happy Mind, Friends and Connections, Finding Purpose, and Balance. Staff and leadership collaborate to promote wellbeing and to provide a safe, supportive environment where students feel valued. The wellbeing program includes student counsellors and pastoral care addressing social and emotional needs. Regular communication with families supports resilience, empathy and positive relationships.
CIS provides a holistic student support program to help students progress and succeed in their learning. Academic Success is supported through individualized instruction, targeted interventions, and academic resources. Emotional Well-being is addressed by our student counsellors and leadership team to build resilience and a growth mindset. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures equity of access to opportunities. Personalized Learning includes Early Intervention and Transition Support, with Parent Engagement as part of the approach.
Mental wellbeing is prioritized as part of the CIS wellbeing model and is supported by the Happy Mind pillar. Emotional health is supported by counselors and a safe, supportive school environment. Students learn to understand and express their feelings, manage stress, and develop coping strategies to build resilience. The program promotes emotional literacy and well-being through pastoral care and guidance. A balanced approach to academics and activities supports student mental health.
Safety and Security are core to CIS's wellbeing framework, ensuring students feel safe both physically and emotionally. The school provides a secure environment and prioritizes emotional safety through supportive staff relationships. Safeguarding is reinforced by pastoral care and collaborative approaches across the school community. Regular communication with families supports safeguarding and well-being. The safeguarding approach is integrated with student support to create a safe, respectful school community.
