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United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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The Aquila School integrates social and emotional learning (SEL) into daily life and the PSHE curriculum in Dubai, UAE. It emphasises a strong personal development programme that covers PSHE, wellbeing education and pastoral care to build confidence, resilience and social skills. The Zones of Regulation process is used to help students identify, name and regulate their emotions. The Safe Space is supported by a Head of Inclusion who oversees inclusion and targeted interventions when needed. Families participate via the Family Portal, and students engage in wellbeing discussions through initiatives such as the student Wellbeing Forum. The school has also hosted a Wellbeing Forum that brings together students and educators from multiple Dubai schools to discuss wellbeing.
The Aquila School provides inclusion and individual needs support within a mainstream school setting in Dubai, UAE. It has a Specialist Inclusion Team and Hemam Learning Support Center delivering tailored interventions to meet individual needs. Academic support includes personalised learning plans and access to specialist services to support progress. The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support through personalised English plans, small-group instruction and targeted support. The school is not a dedicated SEN institution; instead it offers inclusive, personalised interventions within its mainstream framework.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support at The Aquila School is delivered through tailored English plans, small-group instruction and targeted support to develop fluency, confidence and vocabulary. Non-native English speakers receive language interventions as part of the school's inclusive approach rather than through a separate EAL department. The school describes this provision as exceptional English support designed to equip students with comprehensive language competencies.
Mental wellbeing is supported through counselling and trained Mental Health First Aiders, with many staff members trained as Mental Health First Aiders (Adult to Teen). In addition, each secondary tutor group includes two Teen-to-Teen Mental Health First Aiders, creating multiple layers of support. Families can access wellbeing guidance via the Family Portal, which provides psycho-education and wellbeing tips. The school has earned the National Mental Health & Wellbeing Accreditation for prioritising wellbeing for staff and pupils. Student wellbeing is reinforced through forums and dedicated wellbeing initiatives aimed at fostering resilience and positive mindsets.
The Aquila School places safeguarding at the foundation of Safe, Happy Learning. All staff, including external activity providers, complete mandatory safeguarding training, and the designated Safeguarding Lead is Pauline Lamond. The school maintains a fully monitored campus with 24/7 security, controlled entry points and CCTV, and staff wear color-coded lanyards for easy identification. It renews its National Online Safety accreditation annually and has comprehensive safeguarding and e-safety policies. A dedicated safeguarding team supports students, with regular wellbeing surveys and student empowerment through leadership roles.
