Educational Stages
Upper Elementary School
Raising a generation that loves goodness, knowledge and people — with strong foundations in Arabic, English, mathematics and science.
About the stage
Building a generation that loves knowledge and serves society.
One of our foremost aims is to raise a generation that loves goodness, knowledge and all people — contributing to a righteous family that becomes the nucleus of a sound society. We equip students with reading and writing skills in Arabic and English, and with essential mathematics and science, planting a lasting love of learning for the stages ahead, where they will harvest the best of what our schools prepare through dedicated work.
Arabic & English literacy
Mathematics & science
Experienced faculty
Entrance gate
A clear path into the Upper Elementary day
Upper Elementary students enter and leave through Gate 4. Security and stage administration work together so every student arrives safely and under clear supervision.
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Arrival at Gate 4
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Security check
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Stage reception
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Go to classroom
Student attendance
Morning assembly begins at 7:15 a.m. The first period begins at 7:30 a.m. The school day ends at 1:50 p.m. Punctuality supports learning and stage routines.
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Morning assembly
Assembly begins at 7:15 a.m. Please arrive on time so students join the line and begin the day calmly with their peers.
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First period
The first period begins at 7:30 a.m. Regular attendance and morning punctuality are essential — families are asked to avoid unexplained absence or lateness.
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End of day
The school day ends at 1:50 p.m. Please collect students at the published dismissal time through Gate 4.
Our programmes
Pathways that enrich every Upper Elementary year
Motivation
Weekly Excellence Badge
Recognition
Name in the weekly plan
Award
Badge worn for one week
Values
Fair competition
Achievement
Raise academic attainment
Behaviour
Discipline & motivation
Literacy
Arabic & English skills
Numeracy
Mathematics foundations
Science
Core science skills
Character
Love of knowledge
We plant the love of knowledge early — so students harvest the best of what our schools prepare for every next stage.
Tarbiyah Islamiyah Schools · Upper Primary
Programme details
Learn more about Upper Primary pathways
Open any item below for a short description of programmes and learning emphases in Upper Primary.
A motivational strategy: the student’s name is published in the weekly plan and they receive the Excellence Badge to wear for a full week.
Public recognition within the stage weekly plan celebrates excellence and encourages peers through positive example.
The Excellence Badge is held for one complete week, keeping motivation visible across classes and activities.
The programme builds healthy, fair competition among students — celebrating effort and achievement without unkind rivalry.
A core aim is to lift academic performance across the stage by recognising strong learning habits and outcomes.
The badge reinforces behavioural discipline, enthusiasm for learning, and positive classroom engagement.
Upper Primary continues to strengthen reading and writing in Arabic and English as foundations for later stages.
Essential mathematics and science skills, together with a lasting love of learning, prepare students for the stages ahead.
Learning pathways
Weekly Excellence Badge in depth
Programme description, detailed goals and weekly timing — open each item for full detail.
A motivational strategy for the student: their name is published within the weekly plan, and they receive the Excellence Badge to wear for a full week.
Create a spirit of fair competition among students.
Raise the level of academic achievement across the stage.
Reinforce and motivate the student to increase enthusiasm, behavioural discipline and motivation to learn.
Runs weekly from the third week of the first term through to the end of the school year.
Hayat programme
Student counselling services
The Hayat (student counselling) programme supports wellbeing, behaviour, academic follow-up and partnership with families.
Clarify the aims of guidance and counselling for the school community, all staff and parents.
Help each student discover their abilities, aptitudes, interests and skills — and understand challenges of any kind.
Build the capacity to change for the better and adapt to unexpected circumstances.
Support psychological wellbeing and train students to solve problems independently.
Develop the ability to consult, dialogue and express opinions freely and responsibly.
Deliver counselling programmes that support all learners.
Monitor academic performance continuously with subject teachers and heads of department, and identify cases of academic difficulty early.
Follow students who show behavioural concerns, understand each case, and set preventive and remedial plans.
Support students who are academically behind, study the causes, and take steps to raise their achievement.
Follow health cases and provide appropriate services with the school doctor.
Encourage high achievers, creative students and those with talents and skills to keep growing in excellence.
Involve students in decisions by promoting a culture of dialogue and activating student advisory councils.
Communicate effectively with parents of students facing social or academic concerns, and offer guidance and solutions.
Connect students to their community to develop positive social character.
Rules & regulations
Stage rules that keep Upper Elementary focused
Teachers and administrators work with families for a distinguished Upper Primary stage — success depends on applying these shared rules together.
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Attendance & punctuality
Families are asked to support regular attendance and avoid unexplained absence or morning lateness. Collect students at the published dismissal time (1:50 p.m.).
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Gate 4 & dismissal
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Uniform & grooming
School uniform is required; sports kit only on PE days. Keep personal grooming neat (nails trimmed; hair tidy / tied). Accessories are not allowed. Smart watches (including Apple Watch) are strictly prohibited.
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Belongings, meals & Classera
Label all belongings and bring personal stationery. Unhealthy snacks (chips, soft drinks) are not allowed; food from outside needs administration permission. Birthday parties and gifts at school are not permitted. Engage on Classera — weekly plans go to the parent account.
More stage rules
Additional expectations for families
Further details on devices, food, celebrations, appointments and Classera.
Students are strictly not allowed to wear a smart watch (including Apple Watch).
Unhealthy foods such as chips and soft drinks are not allowed. Bringing outside food into school without administration permission is prohibited. Birthday celebrations and bringing gifts to school are not permitted.
To meet any stage staff member, please book an appointment in advance — preferably within published office hours. Parents are asked to participate and engage on Classera; weekly plans are sent to the parent account.
Dismissal process
A safe and structured Upper Elementary dismissal.
Exit policies protect learning time and student safety — including Gate 4 collection, sibling rules, and Classera communication.
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Authorised collection
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On-time pick-up
Please collect students at 1:50 p.m. Prompt pick-up supports children and staff at the end of the day.
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Appointments
Visits to meet stage staff require a prior appointment, preferably within published office hours.
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