Uptown International School

The Distance Learning Evaluation is designed to create a shared set of expectations around distance learning, and to enable parents to make the right education choice for their children. This Evaluation was carried out through discussions with school leaders, review of students’ work, observation of online lessons, and feedback from parents, students and teachers.

Summary of Findings

The school’s Distance Learning Profile, as evaluated by KHDA, on 20-May-2020  was: Developed

The table below provides an overview of the status of development of each Theme. This is represented by three colours, green for Developed, amber for Partially Developed and red for Not Developed.

ZONE-A ZONE-B ZONE-C Students’ distance learning and wellbeing Teaching and monitoring students’ learning Leading and managing students’ learning Attendance and participation Safeguarding Learning opportunities Equity of access Wellbeing Planning and delivery Sharing intended learning outcomes Distance learning programme Monitoring and assessing learning Agility Contingency Communication and engagement Resources management

Positive features of the Distance Learning Profile 1. Flexibility of approach for distance learning provision that ensures students can access the curriculum 2. The safeguarding strategies and procedures 3. Clear learning outcomes and expectations during live sessions and activities Areas for development in the Distance Learning Profile 1. Document the analysis of feedback from parents' surveys to ensure consistent implementation of any subsequent actions. 2. Review the wellbeing policy to ensure that: a. students have age appropriate and consistent balance of onscreen and other activities b. students have sufficient time to complete tasks and activities