Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute

Summary of KHDA Inspection

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute was inspected by DSIB from 13 to 15 February, 2017. The overall quality of education provided by the school is good. The section below summarises the inspection findings for each of the six performance indicators described in the framework.

The overall quality of education provided by the school is good.

• Student’s attainment and progress are good in most subjects. In Islamic education, they are very good. The development of students’ learning skills is good across the school. The development of their research and critical thinking skills are at an early stage.
• Students are responsible and very well behaved, especially in Cycle 3, where they are kind and considerate towards younger students. Students' personal and social development and their understanding of the culture and the history of the UAE are very good. Their awareness of environmental issues and their involvement with the community are good.
• The quality of teaching is good across the school. Assessment is good, although teachers are still at an early stage of developing their skills in analysing and using assessment information to monitor and support students' learning.
• The curriculum continues to provide a good framework for all students’ learning. However, assessment information is not sufficiently used to modify the curriculum and adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of all groups of students.
• The safety and protection of students is outstanding. The levels of care for students' safety, and the support for their well-being, are good across the school. Notable improvements have been made in the provision for students with SEND but the overall provision is still of an acceptable quality.
• The effectiveness of the senior leadership team and governors is good. School leaders relate well with one another, with staff and with governors. Parents are kept well-informed and consider themselves as partners in the education of their children.

School’s strengths

• Student's very good attainment and progress in Islamic education and their good attainment and progress in the other subjects.
• Students’ very good and outstanding attitudes, behaviour and relationships in Cycles 2 and 3 respectively.
• Student's pride in their Emirati culture, values and heritage.
• The school's outstanding arrangements to keep students healthy and safe.