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United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Star International School, Al Twar offers over 60 dynamic co-curricular activities. Examples include ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers and ISP Model United Nations, along with the ISP Virtual Exchange. These programs provide workshops, design thinking, competitions and international exchanges that complement the curriculum and develop life competencies in digital, global and cognitive domains. The life competencies framework underpins these experiences to help students reflect, adapt and lead.
Arts and creative opportunities include ISP Artists—with workshops, a custom-made art curriculum and virtual exhibitions—alongside Arts and Crafts, Dance, Creative Writing Club, Drawing Club, Debating and Performing Arts. ISP Filmmakers adds a real-world movie-making experience with digital editing tools and an awards ceremony. These activities support creative expression and collaborative project work across year groups.
ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural experiences across ISP regions, including homestays and month-long exchanges. English is the primary language of instruction, with Arabic integrated into the curriculum to support bilingual development and a strong English language focus. The school also provides English Language Support (EAL) and opportunities for cross-l curricular language development.
Social and hobby activities include Board Games, Arts and Crafts, Creative Writing Club, Drawing Club, Dance and Debating, as well as Performing Arts. Sports offerings include Basketball, Football, Netball and Swimming, with additional clubs such as Gardening. These activities promote teamwork, creativity and social engagement across age groups.
Student leadership and service paths include Deputy Head Boy and Deputy Head Girl, Head Boy and Head Girl, and House Captains. The school promotes leadership through the Student Council, prefect roles and community projects. Wellbeing Ambassadors and Sustainability Ambassadors support student-led initiatives focused on wellbeing and environmental impact.
Leadership opportunities are embedded through roles such as Head Boy/Girl, Deputy Head Boy/Girl, House Captains and Sports Leaders, alongside a student council and prefectships. The school offers Life and Career Pathways with personalised guidance for university and career choices.
Sports and fitness activities include Basketball, Football, Netball and Swimming, with facilities and programs to support competitive and recreational participation. Wellbeing initiatives include Wellbeing Ambassadors and ongoing wellbeing and inclusivity messaging within the school community.
