Grades 5 - 8 Handbook - Grades 5

Grades 5 - 8

As students grow older, they experience significant changes in their academic and social expectations. This change can be daunting, but Lower and Middle School functions as the bridge that helps students make a successful transition. Our curriculum is designed to build upon the foundational skills and knowledge acquired in younger years while also preparing students for the more rigorous academic expectations later in their school life. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills, embrace diverse perspectives, and cultivate a sense of responsibility towards the world around them.

Additionally, Grades 5 - 8 provide a supportive and nurturing environment where students can explore their interests, develop their talents, and build strong relationships with their peers and teachers. Students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and become independent learners, a vital skill that will serve them well throughout their educational journey.

As students prepare to transition from Lower and Middle to Upper School, Grades 5 - 8 continue to play a crucial role in their development. Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles, become active members of the school community, and develop the skills necessary to succeed. The Middle School supports students in developing effective study habits, time management, and organizational skills.

Our Lower and Middle School serves as a vital link to the Upper School and provides a supportive and nurturing environment where students can develop academically, socially, and emotionally. We play a crucial role in preparing students for onward academic and social expectations, ensuring that they are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success.

ADMINISTRATION

The Head of School is in charge of the day-to-day operation of TASIS England and is responsible for hiring faculty. The Head of School is assisted in these duties by the Heads of the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools. Each section head administers the programs in their school section and assists the faculty in their vital functions to deliver high-quality student learning. Other administrative positions include the Director of Student Recruitment and Admissions, the Director of Sports and Activities, and the Director of Boarding.

The Middle School administration team comprises the Head of Middle School, the Academic Coordinator, and the Pastoral Coordinator (DDSL). They are supported by a Middle School Counselor and a dedicated Middle School Secretary responsible for parent communications and a variety of administrative tasks.

FACULTY

The faculty at TASIS England is the principal means by which the school achieves its purpose, and it is the prime reason for our reputation for academic excellence. Faculty members are selected not only for their talents and abilities as educators but also for their dedication to the holistic development of young people. They are knowledgeable professionals who are diverse in their experiences and backgrounds. Through the faculty’s experience, TASIS England students are nurtured to be intellectually curious, compassionate, open-minded, and principled global citizens

All full-time faculty are involved in sponsoring after-school activities or coaching and serve as travel chaperones for overseas and local, day, and overnight excursions (with Middle or Upper School students).

SAFEGUARDING

TASIS England is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All post-holders are subject to an enhanced DBS criminal records check along with detailed pre-employment checks. for new faculty. Our faculty members undergo frequent safeguarding training to ensure they are equipped to sensitively respond to the challenges that our students encounter daily.

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