Dwight School Dubai

Lower School

Grades 1-4
To ensure that the results accurately reflect each child's independent abilities, we kindly request that children complete the assessment without any support or guidance. Students will be placed in small online groups with an adult present for supervision. Teachers will communicate the date and time of your child’s assessment via Seesaw in advance. Please ensure that your child has a quiet space, their camera on, plenty of water, and a comfortable seat, as the assessment may take approximately 30–40 minutes. This approach allows us to analyze your child’s progress effectively and determine next steps for enhancing their reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Grade 5
Similarly, we ask that Grade 5 students complete the assessment independently, without support or guidance. They will also be supervised in small online groups. Teachers will share the assessment schedule via Google Classroom in advance. Ensure your child has a quiet space, their camera on, ample water, and a comfortable seat for the assessment, which may last around 30–40 minutes. Additionally, Grade 5 students must have LanSchool activated during the assessment (please refer to the guidance below). This process will help us accurately assess their progress and inform future support strategies.

Upper School

Students in the Upper School will complete the NGRT assessment during their designated English lessons. It is mandatory for students to have their cameras on and LanSchool activated during the assessment. Please ensure that they have a quiet space and appropriate seating to focus on the task.

What is LANSchool?

LANSchool is a classroom management software designed to enhance the learning experience in both physical and virtual classrooms. It allows teachers to monitor student screens in real-time, ensuring that students remain focused on their tasks. Additionally, teachers can control student devices by locking screens or pushing specific applications. LANSchool is widely used in educational institutions to foster a structured and effective learning environment and is already an established practice across the Upper School.

How will LANSchool be installed on my child's device?

LANSchool is compatible only with laptops and not with iPads. In the Upper School, students are permitted to use only devices that support LANSchool during class. For Grade 5 students, IT support will be present in their lessons next week to assist with the installation. This process is straightforward and can be easily managed by the students with IT support. It is preferable for LANSchool to be installed on the students' personal school devices rather than on a parent's device. However, if this is not feasible, students should inform IT during the installation process.

How do we ensure LANSchool does not impact privacy?

LANSchool can only be operated by teachers during school hours, specifically from 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM. After this time, the software is disabled. During online learning sessions, LANSchool will be used exclusively to monitor assessments and will not be utilised under any other circumstances. Students who are absent from class will be excluded from LANSchool functionality.

Upper School

During our advisory check-ins this week, we gathered some reflections from all our students. Grade 7 were particularly thoughtful and elegant in their responses - thank you Grade 7!

• “The teachers have been very flexible and allow us to work at our own pace. I don’t feel like I'm falling behind with any tasks.”

• I have started learning how to manage my time better, as I know when I finish sooner it means I have more time to myself.”

• Teachers are very positive and motivate us despite the difficult time.”

• PE/Health lessons are so much fun, as they allow us to step away from our computers.”

• We appreciate what the teachers are doing for us, as it’s more work for them because they have to constantly check up on us.”

• I am grateful that we are not missing out on learning, the lessons are not easier and we are still learning a lot.”

• It has been so much better with deadlines and assignments and has been easier to complete them because we can do them straight after our lessons or during snack time. I feel less stressed.”

We are proud of all our students adapting to this new way of learning and thank parents for their support at home to make this a success.

Spanish

Spanish Language B: High Level - Lia Turtulici

Grade 12 Spanish B HL students demonstrated strong focus and concentration during remote learning sessions. They participated in grammar-based online games, showing both enthusiasm and good sportsmanship while collaborating with their peers. 

In addition, students engaged thoughtfully with a past paper-style reading task, applying their analytical skills and deepening their understanding of exam expectations. This highlights that learning continues effectively, even in an online environment.