The school follows the UK grading system, focusing on continuous assessments and end-of-term examinations to measure student progress across various subjects.
Section
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Grades
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Foundation
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FS1, FS2
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Stage - 1
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Years 1-2
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Stage - 2
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Years 3-6
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Stage - 3
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Years 7-9
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Stage - 4
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Years 11-12
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Dove Green Private School follows the National Curriculum of England with modifications to incorporate the UAE’s culture and values. The school provides a well-rounded education focusing on academic and personal development. Here’s a detailed description of the syllabus across different key stages:
Foundation Stage (FS1 & FS2)
The Foundation Stage syllabus is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The curriculum emphasises learning through play and hands-on activities, focusing on the following areas of development:
Personal, Social, and Emotional Development
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Communication and Language
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Physical Development
Literacy
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Mathematics
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Understanding the World
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Expressive Arts and Design
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Key Stage 1 (Year 1 & Year 2)
At this stage, the focus is on providing students with a strong foundation in core subjects through engaging and innovative teaching strategies. The curriculum includes:
English
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Science
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Moral Education
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Mathematics
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Arabic
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Social Studies
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Physical Education
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Creative Arts
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Key Stage 2 (Year 3 to Year 6)
In Key Stage 2, the curriculum becomes more structured, highlighting individual learning and collaborative activities. Subjects include:
English
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Science
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Information Technology
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Mathematics
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Arabic
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Social Studies
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Physical Education
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Creative Arts
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Key Stage 3 (Year 7 to Year 9)
At this stage, students build on the foundation from Key Stage 2, with more specialised teaching and subject-focused learning. The subjects taught include:
English
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Science
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Information Technology
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Mathematics
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Arabic
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Social Studies
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Physical Education
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Creative Arts
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Moral Education
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Key Stage 4 (Year 10 & Year 11)
Key Stage 4 prepares students for their General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) exams, offering a range of core and elective subjects. The curriculum at this stage is more intensive, with students having the opportunity to choose some subjects of interest:
Core Subjects
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- English
- Mathematics
- Science (biology, chemistry, and physics)
- Arabic
- Social Studies
- Islamic Studies (for Muslim students)
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- Geography
- History
- Art
Music
Modern foreign languages
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Future Expansion: Key Stage 5 (Year 12 & Year 13)
Dove Green Private School plans to introduce Key Stage 5 soon, offering A-levels and other qualifications to prepare students for university and further education.
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Support
Dove Green Private School also caters to students with special educational needs. The school provides education plans, support staff, and a specialist SEND center to ensure all students receive a high-quality education.
Moral and Cultural Education
In addition to the core subjects, the school integrates moral education, UAE cultural studies, and civic responsibilities, ensuring that students are well-rounded and respectful of the local environment.
Physical Education and Extracurricular Activities
Physical education is a key part of the syllabus, with students participating in a variety of sports. In addition, extracurricular activities such as dance, music, drama, and field trips provide opportunities for students to explore their interests outside of academics.