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PREMISES, FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND AUXILIARY SERVICES
Standard G1 (Core). The school maintains premises and facilities, with supporting systems and services, to enable it to fulfill the school's stated purpose and direction, deliver the curriculum and contribute to the well-being of students.
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Following rebranding, facilities have been enhanced as highlighted in the APG World Magazine issue in September 2022. Survey with stakeholders shows general satisfaction with the school facilities but with certain areas which are recommended for renovations, such as the restroom, classroom, canteen, and outdoor spaces, among others. The school Internet connection facilities are being reviewed and the building floor plan has been submitted to the Internet provider for the efficient placement for devices such as access points and wirings. Within the next 24 months, the school will have new buildings to address its growing need for space and learning facilities. G1
Standard G2 (Core). The premises have high standards of cleanliness, health, safety and security, which are supported by written policies and effective procedures, and which exceed, where necessary, local regulatory requirements.
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G2_Emergency Floor Plan.pdfThe floor plans indicating directions for emergency exits are posted at strategic places to provide clear guidance and smooth flow of people and ensure their safety in times of emergencies. G2
The Health and Safety Policy Handbook provides details of the principles and practices in school that ensure high standards of cleanliness, health, safety, and security for all stakeholders. G2
G2_MOI Emergency Instructions.jpgThe school ensures that the directives of the Ministry of the Interior for emergency situations are communicated and posted conspicuously for everyone's guidance and safety. The school building and premises are regularly inspected by the Ministry of the Interior (MOI), and the school holds certificates of compliance for both building safety and fire protection, which are governed by local fire codes, building codes, and safety laws. G2
Standard G3 (Core). The technology systems (infrastructure and data) supports the teaching, learning and administrative needs and have appropriate and effective safety, security and confidentiality measures in place.
The technology systems in place in school consist of the physical, internet, and cloud infrastructures and data storage for school information management systems, school human resources and financial systems, school teaching and learning platforms, school library and learning resource systems, and other digital communication facilities.
The school information management system or SIMS holds both physical and cloud servers for secure data storage. Access to the system is controlled and managed by the SMIS team. Parents access only the grades on view only basis. Teachers access their marksheets for mark entry. Supervisors access and record behaviour and view grades. The system is locked after a certain timeframe for added security.
For the teaching and learning system, the main platforms, both ManageBac and Toddle support the school's ambition to transition effectively to the full IB continuum. The school ManageBac for Grades 6-12 (IB MYP and DP) and Toddle for KG-Grade 5 (PYP) effectively support teaching and learning. These platforms have strict access control for students, parents, and administration. Both systems comply with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation (General Data Protection Regulation).
Other digital learning and teaching platforms in use are Turnitin, InThinking, Kognity, Snowflake and other online IB online softwares. Safety, security, and confidentiality that are already implemented by these platforms are reinforced by the school digital learning and bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies and procedures.
HR and Finance department both use cloud-based management software, Diamond to maintain employee records and is accessed only by their team.
The Library has a web-based database, Destiny that is accessible through the school's local area network, and is used for management, retrieval and circulation of books and resources.
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Domain Summary
What are we doing well?
Maintaining a safe and comfortable playground for students by installing artificial grass and putting tent covers as additional shade and protection.
Ensuring compliance with Fire Protection Requirements by the Ministry of Interior.
Consistently improving the learning environment, as reflected in survey results showing general satisfaction with our school facilities.
What recent improvements have taken place in this domain?
Completed the facelift of the school buildings to align with the new school branding.
Replaced the old artificial grass on the playground and extended it to further enhance student safety during play.
Added additional tent covers in open areas to protect students and staff from harmful sun exposure.
Replaced the desktop computers in the computer laboratories with laptop units.
Upgraded the air conditioning units in the Aradous Building with new, more efficient models.
What are our plans for further development?
Make the new buildings operational as soon as possible.
Renovate the facilities that were recommended for renovation by the respondents to the facilities survey.
Review and improve the school’s internet connection and the placement of devices to ensure better connectivity for the entire school.
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