Scientific Distinction Private School

Summary of ADEK Inspection

The quality of education provided by Scientific Distinction Private School is weak. Students demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning and relationships are strong across the school. Most students make acceptable progress in Arabic. Attainment and progress in other subjects is inconsistent and weak overall. In the majority of lessons, the quality of teaching is weak. This impacts on students’ attainment and progress. Assessment procedures are not sufficiently focused on identifying students’ needs. Procedures for supporting students’ individual needs are weak. Consequently, students with special educational needs (SEN) and those who are more able, make limited progress. The curriculum lacks breadth and balance, particularly in meeting the learning needs of younger children. The school’s leadership expresses a commitment to raising standards; it is unable to articulate clear and comprehensive plans for achieving this.

School’s strengths

• Students are respectful and most have positive attitudes towards learning
• Relationships between teachers and students in most lessons are mutually respectful
• Students’ progress in speaking, listening and reading skills in Arabic are in line with curriculum expectations
• The introduction of new buses and security systems enable all students and staff to feel safe.