Wider School Projects & Community
Within the Sixth Form at Dubai British School there are a number of worthy activities which are on
offer. It is expected that every student will play a full and active role within the wider school
community. Some of the options include:
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International Award
School Sports Teams
Charity Events
Peer Reading Programme within the Primary School
Foundation Story Time
Model United Nations
Week Without Walls
Support and Guidance
Much emphasis is placed on helping you to cope with the transition from the more structured
environment of Key Stage 4 to the greater independence of the Sixth Form. New tutor groups are
created, with around 15 students in each and the same Form Tutor will ideally stay with you
throughout your two years in the Sixth Form. Your Tutor will offer advice and support on academic,
personal and career matters and be responsible for your day to day progress and welfare. They will
discuss your choices of course and help with higher education applications and discuss any
difficulties and review progress generally.
Academic progress will also be reviewed regularly with teaching staff. Mock examinations are set
prior to external examinations in both years and written reports will be sent to parents. Parents will
be invited to meet subject staff and tutors to discuss progress at pertinent points during each
academic year.
Careers Advice
Advice on careers and higher education courses is particularly important in the Sixth Form and each
student has an allowance for guidance meetings with a dedicated specialist. University preparation
is included in the PSHE programme, in a Futures Week each summer, and through opportunities to
visit local universities.