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May I begin by wishing all students, parents and your wider families a wonderful holiday as it approaches at the end of this week. This is a special time to be relaxing and enjoying the company of friends and family, as well as looking forward to what the New Year holds.
This has been an extremely successful term for the BIS Abu Dhabi students. The first part of success of course was the fact that the school was able to reopen fully for all students from the very first day. All the safety measures such as mask-wearing and social distancing have still been closely followed, yet having all students in their classes with their teachers has been so wonderful to see. I know that for all the staff here it was just so nice to feel like we had our school back again!
The students of course have been amazing. At all levels we see great progress in learning, demonstrating again how effective we all worked together, at school and at home, to support the students through the pandemic. I would also commend all the new students who have joined this term as they have adapted so well to their new surroundings. It has also been fantastic to be able to expand the wider provision and offer a CCA Programme as well as special events such as Kindness Day or National Day.
My thanks to all the parents that continue to provide great support for their children’s learning, and also adapting to the various regulations. It was great that we were also able to relaunch our parent coffee mornings this term and so nice to see so many of you there. More will follow next term.
This time of year is often described as a time of peace and goodwill, though of course that should surely be all times of year. With the greatest of goodwill from the BIS Abu Dhabi staff to all our community, we wish you a very peaceful break ahead and look forward to seeing you back in school in January.
Patrick Horne
I was really touched by Áine’s newsletter piece last week, posing the question: ‘What would I tell my younger self?’
I spent some time afterwards thinking about my own parenting journey, and what it’s all been about, now that my two are adults and have ‘flown the nest’. Parenting isn’t easy for any of us, and that’s true even if you’re an experienced school leader – at home, I’m just Dad.
You might have seen the trend going around - “If I could tell my younger self one thing…” - a moment to reflect, to offer advice we wish we’d heard earlier, or to remind ourselves of what truly matters.
As students prepare to cross some of the biggest milestones in school life, it feels like the perfect time to pause and join in that conversation. But it’s not just our students who are preparing — so are we, as parents. These milestones don’t just belong to them. We’re living every part of it too: the anticipation, the pride, the nerves, and the quiet hopes. Sometimes, it’s the hardest thing in the world — to watch them take these big steps, to stay strong when they wobble, to let go just a little more. It’s a milestone for us as much as it is for them — and we’re walking it together.
Finding the right school for your child is a big decision. Whether you’re new to Abu Dhabi, transitioning from another school, or simply looking for the best fit, we know it can feel overwhelming. At The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi, we’re here to make that journey as smooth and reassuring as possible. From your very first enquiry to your child’s first day (and beyond), we’ll be with you every step of the way. This article tackles the key concerns families face when transitioning to a new school, offering clear insights into our admissions process to ensure a smooth and informed journey.
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