United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Star International School Al Twar integrates wellbeing into its curriculum through integrated wellbeing initiatives, mindfulness activities, daily circle time, and a dedicated pastoral care team that provides early intervention and supports students' social and emotional learning, including an on-site school counsellor.
The school indicates inclusion processes with involvement of the Head of Inclusion in assessing additional needs, but the specific kinds of SEN supported and whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported with proven language-learning approaches, and the school explicitly mentions EAL in its language programme and admissions materials.
Mental wellbeing is supported by an on-site counsellor, a pastoral care team providing early intervention, and mindfulness practices integrated into daily routines.
Safeguarding is a priority with a safeguarding team and a safeguarding policy detailing procedures for identifying, reporting and addressing concerns, alongside training, anti-bullying initiatives and digital safety measures.