Regent International School

Regent International School uses Positive Education (PosEd) as the bedrock of every initiative; PosEd defines the school's DNA rather than being a standalone subject. The school is a member of the International Positive Education Network (IPEN). Every Regent teacher is trained in PosEd and incorporates PosEd techniques in their lessons, with weekly meetings about character strengths and mindful moments in the Wellbeing Room. The PosEd approach emphasizes wellbeing, resilience, and social‑emotional development across the curriculum, including a First Attempt in Learning (F.A.I.L) framing for challenges. The Wellbeing Zone provides articles, guided practices, and resources for students, parents, and staff, including webinars led by the Head of Positive Education and Wellbeing Specialist.

Regent is an inclusive school, not a specialist SEN institution. The Achievement Centre – Inclusion Department assesses each child's learning, language, and social‑emotional needs on entry to determine how best to support progress. For students with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities, the school develops Individual Achievement Plans (IAPs) in partnership with students, teachers, and parents, with input from external specialists. Targeted intervention is provided by Learning Support Assistants and/or the School Counsellor to ensure effective learning. The Inclusion framework recognises categories including SEND (Special Educational Needs/Disabilities), AEN (Additional Educational Needs), ELL (English Language Learners), and AG&T (Able, Gifted & Talented), and the school uses external services such as speech and language therapy when needed.

ELL stands for English Language Learners and is recognised as a distinct group under the Inclusion Policy. Small-group and/or 1:1 targeted sessions with the Wellbeing team support ELL's social and emotional development. The school can deploy external specialists, including speech and language therapy, to support ELL. ELL support is coordinated with Inclusion provisions, including IAP‑based planning where relevant. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school regarding their child's ELL progress.

Regent's Wellbeing Zone provides articles, guided practices, and information on topics that promote mental health for students, with resources also aimed at parents and staff. The Wellbeing Team has designated EYFS, Primary, and Secondary departments, and families can contact them via the VLE to get support for their child. The school has hosted wellbeing webinars, including sessions led by the Head of Positive Education and Wellbeing Specialist, Dr Kayleigh Sumner. The Wellbeing content and resources cover strategies to manage worries, resilience, and emotions, aligning with PosEd principles. The Wellbeing Team is available to assist by connecting with families through the VLE.

Regent follows a Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy that promotes children's rights and their safety from harm. The policy references compliance with Wadeema's Law and UAE safeguarding frameworks, and mandates reporting of concerns to appropriate authorities. All staff and others are expected to report disclosures or suspicions of abuse to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputies, using the school's CPOMS reporting system. The policy outlines roles and responsibilities for safeguarding, including annual reporting to the Board and ongoing staff training, with advanced training for the DSL every two years. Parents can obtain a copy of the policy, and safeguarding procedures are published on the school dashboard and website.