Hartland International School Yearbook 2022-23

YEARBOOK 2022-23

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Primary Section Year 1 to Year 6

Secondary Section Year 7 to Year 11

Sixth Form

Gareth Brown

Trips

MESSAGE FROM CHAIRMAN

As parents, students and teachers sometimes we find ourselves so caught up in our daily lives that we fail to recognise the transformative events taking place. Many times the privilege of hindsight allows us to appreciate the importance of these historical turning points only after they have happened. Fortunately, we have been active participants of these groundbreaking events, such as the first breathtaking deep space images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope and the sensational launch of ChatGPT, the general-purpose artificial intelligence chatbot that has broken multiple records. Our school community has been admirably navigating this fast-changing world by embracing “The Hartland Way”.

We’ve seen another year of outstanding academic performance, with 22% of all students attaining the top grade of 9 and 67% of all students achieving 9-7 (A*/A), continuing the track record of excellent GCSE results. Pujia Wang, Alex George, and Avi Kapur also distinguished themselves by obtaining an A* in early entry A-Level Mathematics. Alex’s remarkable prowess in mathematics was felicitated with the prestigious Sheikh Hamdan Award for Academic Excellence. Moreover, Jianwen attained the highest marks in the UAE for Mandarin, and Emma Sobek emerged as the world’s top scorer in German for their GCSEs. I am also delighted to announce that Hartland International School will celebrate the graduation of its first batch of Year 13 students. Our students have garnered numerous offers from some of the world’s top universities, including prestigious Russell Group institutions in the United Kingdom and the University of California, Berkeley, and Penn State University in the United States. I hope you will join me in congratulating these students and their teachers for all their hard work and wish them ever-growing success in their future endeavors.

Our school’s story extends beyond academic triumphs and university placements. Our students’ talents and creativity spill over into other areas beyond the classroom. Take Alayna Alibhai, who was selected as a finalist to represent the UAE in “Junk Kouture”, or Chloe Dsouza, who wows audiences in competitions across the city with her captivating voice. Not to forget Marco’s tennis prowess showcased at “The Dubai Bowl”. Beyond this, they have also displayed a strong social conscience, as evidenced by the picnic-lunch appreciation organized for our support staff and their commendable efforts in leading a donation drive for victims of the devastating floods in Pakistan.

While it is impossible to acknowledge each and every student and their achievements, the letter is an opportunity for me to reflect on how far we have come as a community. The school has been once again rated “Very Good” with many “Outstanding” features including an improvement in several key areas such “Curriculum Design and Implementation” and “Pastoral Care and Support” where we are now rated “Outstanding”. We have been awarded the “NACE Challenge Award” once again for the school’s continued work to support Gifted and Talented students. To accommodate our continued growth and support our students and the school community, we have commenced the construction of the expansion of the school building. In addition to general classrooms and smaller dedicated teaching spaces to support individualized learning, the expansion will have computer labs, specialist science labs, a Drama and Music Room to support the increased curriculum provision. There will also be a dedicated Sixth Form Study Center and new Rooftop Playing Area along with a refurbishment and redesign of the lower primary play space.

We stand at an interesting point in history for the school and for humanity in general. Predicting our children’s future has always been a challenging endeavor, yet with each passing year, I am heartened by the dedication and commitment shown by Mrs. Fiona Cottam and her team in ensuring that our children are being nurtured from Today’s Learners to Tomorrow’s Leaders. I hope you will continue with us on this wonderful journey and are as eager as I am to continue the next phase in the new academic year.

MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL

As the academic year draws to a close at Hartland, once again, we look back and reflect on all that we have achieved. There is so much to celebrate and be grateful for, the stories of which you will find in the pages that follow.

The global threat of the pandemic seems like “forever” ago, yet, at the start of this academic year, it seems almost inconceivable to recall that we returned to school still wearing masks and still following some restrictions in our movements. What has happened since can best be described as a blossoming of life and activity and the shadows of more worrying times have faded into the background. Though the repercussions of the pandemic remain, and we continue to support the social and emotional impact of those times, our community has flourished, and this year has very much felt like a full return to normality.

The achievements of all of our children continue to amaze us and I hope that this yearbook does justice to their some of their endeavours. Whether on the music and drama stage or the sports field or basketball court, in the swimming pool or the art studio, whether at the chess or debating table, on a local desert trip or further afield on the ski slopes of Austria, our young people have excelled. From the Junk Kouture World Stage or the race tracks of the F1 in Schools, to global writers’ competitions and published authorship, our young people have also been recognised and celebrated for their excellence. They have enjoyed an array of events, competitions, excursions and opportunities both in the classroom and beyond its boundaries, all of which have taught them new skills, allowed them to celebrate in the wins and commiserate in the losses and most of all, have opened their eyes to the possibilities that exist if you are an active participant in school life.

I take this opportunity to thank my staff. Our teachers are the backbone of all that we do, going above and beyond behind the scenes daily to ensure the very best for every child in our care. I count myself as incredibly fortunate to work with each and every one of them. I also thank our learning assistants, our administration team and all of our support staff for their hard work and dedication who together with the security teams, cleaners and bus drivers, makes the whole of our community so that together, life at school is a safe and happy one for all. I also express my gratitude to our Governing Body for the time, expertise, advise and challenge that they bring to the table and to our owners, to whom we are indebted for their vision and their unwavering support. Finally, as always, my thanks go to you our parent community for your partnership in learning and for the support that you give us every day. We never underestimate the trust that you place in us and we look forward to continuing on the journey with you and your children.

As my seventh year at the school comes to a close, we see our first graduating class of Year 13 students leave our Hartland doors for new adventures in colleges and universities around the world, marking a new milestone in the Hartland story and becoming the first Alumni of the school. With that our community takes its next exciting step forward into the future. As always, I remain humbled by the achievements of our young people and I am both proud and forever thankful to be the Principal of this incredible school. I know that once you read the pages that follow, you will know just why that is. So please, sit back, relax and turn the pages to share in our 2022-23 story. I hope you have enjoyed the adventure with us so far and we look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing year at Hartland in August 2023.

MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF PRIMARY

As we approach the end of another academic year, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the many achievements and successes of our students here at Hartland. I am proud to say that it has been a year full of hard work, growth and success which are captured in the pages of this yearbook.

This year has been marked by remarkable achievements, both individually and collectively. Our students have surpassed expectations, excelling academically, athletically, and artistically. I feel a profound sense of pride as I witness their enthusiasm, perseverance, and passion for learning each day.

Our teachers and staff members have played an integral role in nurturing the potential of our students. They have shown dedication, compassion, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Through their tireless efforts, our school has become a place where academic excellence thrives, creativity flourishes, and character is developed.

Yet, success is not only about individual achievements. It is also about the strong bonds we have formed and the support we offer one another as a community. Our school is a place where kindness, empathy, and inclusivity thrive. I am truly grateful for the sense of belonging we have created together a place where every student feels valued, celebrated, and supported. The sense of community that permeates throughout the school is what makes Hartland truly exceptional.

Treasured memories have been woven into the fabric of our community. From laughterfilled recesses to heartfelt conversations in the classroom, these moments will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Let us cherish these memories and remember the friendships, the lessons learned, and the experiences that have shaped us into the individuals we are today.

To the students, I want to applaud your unwavering commitment and perseverance throughout the year. Your eagerness to learn and ability to adapt to challenges has been truly inspiring. You are the heart and soul of our community, and I am honoured to have witnessed your growth.

I extend my deepest appreciation to the parents for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your children. Your support, encouragement, and partnership have been invaluable in creating a thriving and vibrant school community. Together, we have nurtured an environment where our students can thrive and reach their full potential.

Thank you all for being part of this incredible journey. I am immensely proud of our students, our dedicated staff, and the vibrant community we have become. With hearts filled with gratitude, let us continue to strive for excellence and continue to create a brighter future for all.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP - PRIMARY MESSAGE FROM

Frederick Brown - Primary Head Boy

I have been at Hartland since Year 2 and it is a very special place to me. I have been able to make an impact at Hartland with the many roles and responsibilities I have been able to take on, the best thing about Hartland is that there are always teachers to help us when we are stuck, or something is worrying us. Before I was Head Boy, I had been Class Representative and a member of the school swimming team. I felt proud representing my school in various events and even more so when I got announced as Head Boy. I have had many responsibilities throughout the year, and have attended meetings with the primary leadership team, given tours to new students and parents, as well as planning and leading assemblies. This journey has been one to remember and I will look forward to the exciting new experiences in year 7.

Daphne Garaud - Primary Head Girl

I have always felt Hartland as my home and being Head Girl has made me come even closer to our wonderful community. Ever since I joined in Year 2, it has been my dream to become a leader. This year, it has been a privilege to work with Mrs Ibrahim, Mrs Johnston and Mr Ryan. My leadership skills have become stronger by being both interviewed and interviewing candidates myself. I have also enjoyed giving tours to guests. For me, a highlight was our school production Madagascar. Singing, dancing and acting have always been my favourite activities. As a member of the school choir, I participated in the choir event at the Emirates Festival of Literature, and I recently was very proud to be part of the Choral Masterclass held in our school with students that came from all across Dubai. Thank you all for the memories.

Aman Abiye - Primary Deputy Head Boy

I began my journey at Hartland two years ago, and never would I have imagined becoming Deputy Head Boy. I am thrilled to start Secondary school next year, but I will always look back on Primary school with a smile and great memories. Throughout my years here I have been able to expand my passion for art and math. I have taken these passions into my role as Deputy Head Boy, whether that be within assemblies, meetings or tours. This opportunity for leadership has encouraged me to mature and develop all of my skills, whilst having fun trying to make school a better place. A moment that stands out for me was being able to get new playground equipment for the outside area, the joy from the other students made it worth it. As I end my primary school journey, I can’t wait to see what Secondary has in store. This is not a goodbye but hello to a new beginning of a different chapter of my life.

Prisha Jadav - Primary Deputy Head Girl

To me, Hartland International isn’t just a school, it’s like a second home. I first began my memorable journey here two years ago, and I never could have predicted the wonderful time that I was going to have. A smile appears on my face every time I think about the memories I’ve made. From my experiences, I have gained many vital attributes: leadership, commitment, and dedication. Year 6 brought many school trips and opportunities I am going to remember and enjoy, such as Ecoventure, ‘Madagascar the Musical’ and the LAMDA enrichment, which allowed me to further my love for performing and learn new skills in the process. As this school year comes to an end, I wish you all a pleasant and enjoyable break. I would like to give a shout-out and thank you to Mrs Ibrahim, and all my incredibly caring teachers, for supporting me into becoming a mature, young adult. Thank you, Hartland, for giving me the wings to soar.

MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SECONDARY

It has been another exciting and important year in the story and ongoing development of Secondary School at Hartland. The school year began with the opportunity to celebrate our first, full set of externally examined GCSE results. Our students achieved a fantastic set of results with 22% of all grades being the highest possible Grade 9 or 8 (A*), 67% of grades were 9-7 (A*-A), 86% 9-6 (A-B) and 97% were graded 9-4 (A*-C).

This year has also seen the school continue to grow both in terms of student numbers and year groups. This year we had students progressing into Year 13 for the first time. Last year, the establishment of our Sixth Form in their new purpose-built facilities was an important milestone in the school’s development. Similarly, this year sees our first Year 13 ‘graduating class’ completing their A Level and BTEC qualifications. With lots of exciting and prestigious university offers we are excited about our students leaving Hartland to pursue these new and amazing opportunities.

With the continued phasing out of remaining restrictions across this academic year we have been able to further enhance many of the important aspects of school life that had previously been impacted. Our extensive enrichment programme, sports fixtures, music, and drama performances has continued to develop and go from strength to strength. There have also been many remarkable individual and collective achievements by our students in all these areas and much to celebrate. We have offered students a range of amazing opportunities to participate in some excellent curriculum and enrichment trips including the opportunity to travel to Japan and Turkey!

The pages of this yearbook certainly testifies to the amazing year we have had, and I hope you enjoy reading about this. This yearbook also a testament to the rich, vibrant, and innovative curriculum on offer at Hartland and the incredible education our students benefit from day in and day out. The strength of the academic provision here at Hartland, our expectational teaching and learning and the exciting curriculum shines through in the overviews from each department. We are incredibly proud of our school and students along with all that they have achieved across the year. We are also looking forward to the future which promises to be equally bright and exciting.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP - SECONDARY MESSAGE FROM

As the proud representatives of our esteemed school, we are filled with an immense sense of pride when reflecting upon the remarkable contributions made by our fellow students to various school events, including the highly anticipated International Day and the vibrant Spring Fair. These events required a lot of hard work, dedication, and collaboration. For instance, in preparation for International Day celebrations, we worked closely with teachers, staff, and fellow students to plan and execute a day filled with cultural performances, food, and activities. It was a fantastic opportunity for the school community to come together and celebrate our diversity. It has been an absolute honour for us to serve as Hartland’s inaugural Head and Deputy Head Girl and Boy for the secondary section, and we wish to convey our profound gratitude to our entire school community.

Throughout our journey, the interactions we have shared with the student body, spanning from engaging extracurricular activities to memorable school events, have become cherished memories deeply etched within our hearts. Witnessing the enthusiasm, talent, and unity displayed by our fellow students has been truly inspiring, reaffirming the incredible spirit that permeates the halls of Hartland. As representatives of the student body, we regularly met with school administration to discuss student concerns and provide feedback on school policies. Through these meetings, we learned about the challenges and opportunities facing the school and gained valuable insights into the decision-making processes involved in school management.

As we move forward, we implore each and every one of you to continue striving for excellence, pouring your utmost efforts into your pursuits. However, above all else, we encourage you to embrace and celebrate the beautiful differences that adorn our school community. In a world where diversity is not merely tolerated but celebrated, we urge you to uplift one another, supporting and nurturing the unique qualities that make each individual shine.

The unwavering support and collective achievements we have witnessed within this vibrant ecosystem have left an indelible mark upon our lives. We are proud to have stood as ambassadors for Hartland, a place where character, talent, and inclusivity intertwine to create an environment conducive to growth, friendship, and success.

As our time in these roles draws to a close, we extend our deepest appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our journey, from the dedicated faculty to our incredible student body. The experiences we have gained and skills we have developed during our time in these roles will undoubtedly prove invaluable as we move on to the next chapter of our lives.

HEAD OF FOUNDATION STAGE

It gives me great pleasure to share with you the achievements and efforts of our Early Years Foundation Stage students this academic year. As the Head of Early Years, I have had the privilege of witnessing first hand the growth and development of our newest and youngest learners to the school.

Our students have shown tremendous enthusiasm and curiosity towards their learning right from their very first day and have demonstrated a willingness to take on new challenges with an open mind. They have worked hard to develop their social and emotional skills, showing kindness and empathy towards their peers to make everlasting friendships.

Throughout the year, our students have engaged in a range of activities, trips and exciting events linked to their topics in class that have supported their academic and personal development. From exploring the outdoor environments to experimenting with creative Art, Music, Arabic and PE, our students have shown a keen interest in learning and have approached every task with enthusiasm and determination.

My personal highlight of the year is seeing the confidence of the students on the stage when performing the summer show ‘The Gingerbread Man’. The development in their language and understanding as well as their ability to sing and act in front of a large audience was remarkable.

It is truly heart warming to see the progress that our students have made and the effort that they have put into their learning. I have no doubt that these young learners will continue to grow and thrive in their academic journey here at Hartland.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our dedicated team of teachers and support staff for their tireless efforts in supporting our students’ learning and development and creating a safe and nurturing environment. Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to the parents and families for all their engagement and support. It has been an honour to watch the students learn and grow, and I cannot wait to see what the future holds.

As the year comes to an end, it is wonderful to reflect on the fantastic learning journey our Foundation Stage One students have had. This year has been a significant milestone in the children’s learning as they took their first steps in their educational journey. We have watched them grow and develop, not only academically but also socially and emotionally. Our students have demonstrated a love for learning, curiosity, and resilience. They have shown an eagerness to learn, an ability to take risks and make mistakes, and a determination to try again and succeed. What a pleasure to share with you the following highlights and achievements of our youngest learners throughout the year.

We have explored a range of topics that are essential for young children’s holistic development. We began by exploring the concept of love and how it manifests in different forms in our lives. We encouraged children to develop empathy, kindness, and compassion towards their peers and the wider community. It also allowed for us to celebrate the uniqueness of each child and their family.

Moving forward, we discussed healthy eating habits and the importance of a balanced diet, which sparked some interesting conversations about why we can’t have chocolate for breakfast! We aimed to equip children with the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy choices and develop a sense of responsibility towards their own health and wellbeing.

In our literacy lessons, we explored nursery rhymes and fairy tales, which not only provided a fun and engaging way to develop early literacy skills but also allowed children to learn about cultural traditions and heritage. We saw a lot of progress in children’s mark-making, and communication skills throughout the year. The popular topic of “Can we build it?” allowed for hands-on learning and exploration through building and construction activities. Children had opportunities to work collaboratively, develop problem-solving skills, and express their creativity through various construction projects.

Educational trips were also an essential part of our academic year. We visited xPark Jr, the Aquarium and Dig It, and our students had the opportunity to learn about different animals, observe nature, and experience hands-on activities. We also celebrated some special occasions throughout the year, such as World Book Day, where children came dressed as their favourite book characters and participated in various literacy activities. We held concerts, where children showcased their musical talents and performed to a live audience.

As we look back on the year, we can proudly say that our Foundation Stage One students have made great strides, and we are excited to see what the future holds for them. We are proud of each one of them and grateful for the opportunity to work with such a wonderful group of children. We would like to thank all our FS1 parents for their support throughout the year. Your involvement and commitment have played a vital role in your child’s development, and we appreciate everything that you do. As we look forward to next year, I am confident that our children will continue to make excellent progress and achieve great things. We wish them the very best in Foundation Stage Two.

As we look back on our journey in Foundation Stage 2, we celebrate the remarkable journey the students have been on. This year has been yet another amazing year full of excitement, discovery, and new experiences. The children have had the opportunity to make new friendships, discover their strengths and interests, and develop their curiosity and creativity.

In Literacy, the children learned their letter sounds, began to read, and write words and sentences, and enjoyed listening and talking about a range of books. In Mathematics, students began their mathematics journey and gained a strong understanding of early number and shape. The children mastered basic addition and subtraction and explored mathematics through play. Through a range of investigations in Science, including learning about animals, floating, and sinking, materials and plants, FS2 developed their vocabulary and became curious and innovative learners.

The children have explored various topics and questions throughout the year including, Do you want to be friends? Will you read me a story?, Who lives in a rock pool?, Do Zebras have stripes?, Do Cows drink milk? and Are we there yet?. From empty bowls of porridge and broken chairs to a missing zebra running around Hartland, a hook into each topic was created to spark imagination, curiosity and build on prior knowledge. They have been lucky to experience a wide range of specialist subjects. These include music lessons, swimming and PE, Arabic and Yoga.

Students have eagerly dressed up for events including National and International Day, World Book Day and Pink Day and enjoyed celebrating together. Through play-based learning, the children gained skills on how to work together, share, and express their emotions in a positive way. They developed their self-confidence, empathy, and resilience.

As we reflect on the children’s year in Foundation Stage 2, I am immensely proud of all that the children have accomplished. They have grown in so many ways and have become independent and confident learners, ready for the challenge and excitement of Year 1. I am grateful for the support and guidance of our Foundation Stage staff and specialist teachers, who have helped the children along the way to ensure the children had a successful and memorable year. A huge appreciation to all of our FS2 parents and families, who are instrumental in their children’s school journey, providing encouragement and support throughout the year.

I am confident that the children will take with them the memories, friendships, experiences, and skills that they have gained in Foundation Stage 2 as they continue their learning journey. I am excited to see what the future holds for all of the wonderful children who we were fortunate to have on their FS2 journey at Hartland.

Ms Laura Etherington

Foundation Stage 2 Lead

As we near the end of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful progress our Year 1 students have made over the past school year. It has been a joy to watch them grow and develop in their learning and understanding of the world around them.

In English, our students have been working hard on their writing skills. They have completed big writes on ‘The Way Back Home’, ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’, and ‘Little Red Riding Hood’. Through these stories, our students have demonstrated their ability to use punctuation, adjectives, synonyms, the Power of Three and onomatopoeia to bring their writing to life. I am incredibly proud of the creativity and imagination they have shown in their work.

In Mathematics, our students have achieved some fantastic milestones. The Year 1 teachers wanted to provide the students with a strong foundation in Mathematics, and we’ve certainly seen that in our classrooms. From basic arithmetic to capacity, time, money, length, weight and beyond, we’ve covered a lot of ground this year! It has been wonderful to see them apply their knowledge to real-life situations, and I am thrilled with the progress they have made.

In Science, the children have learned about the natural world around us. They have explored the different types of living things including plants and animals and their basic needs for survival. A particular highlight this year was our final topic on classifying animals was a huge hit across the year group, and our students have shown great curiosity and enthusiasm for the natural world. They have learned about different species and their unique characteristics, and I have been impressed with their ability to ask insightful questions and make connections between different animals.

Overall, it has been a fantastic year for our Year 1 students. I am incredibly proud of how hard each and every one of the students have worked and how they have shown incredible resilience and determination in their learning. I am excited to see what the future holds for them as they continue to grow and develop in their education.

Once again, thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in your child’s education. Please ensure to pop by and say hello next year. Wishing the children every success in Year 2!

Filled with exploration, curiosity, and creativity, Year 2 was a memorable year. Throughout the year, they engaged in a variety of topics and activities that brought their learning to life.

The year began with ‘Into the Woods’, where students explored habitats, animal adaptations, and the environment. They compared physical features of different parts of the world and researched which animals had adapted to survive. Splashing into the water in a safari bus, the young explorers observed animals up-close and personal at Dubai Safari Park. Inspired by ‘The Last Wolf, students wrote poems and crafted wonderful setting descriptions using similes, exclamation sentences, and expanded noun phrases to create pop-up books.

During ‘Our Amazing World,’ they appreciated cultures from around the world and learned about continents and oceans. Setting off on a journey of exploration, Year 2 gathered facts on a given country. Using their knowledge, they created a research project and shared their learning. Captured within ‘Cinderella: An Islamic Tale’, Year 2 adored this culturally relevant classic, and our aspiring authors wrote their own narrative with a twist.

Stepping back millions of years ago to the Mesozoic Era, Year 2 learned all about dinosaurs and they even had a visit from Teach Rex, who brought their ‘roarsome’ Tyrannosaurus Rex: Jam. Enthralled by dinosaurs, they classified them to determine if they were carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores.

Within ‘Not All Heroes Wear Capes.’ Year 2 researched heroes and created fact files. ‘Let’s Play’ was a unit filled with excitement, where students created their own Toy Museum, interviewed their grandparents about old toys and designed their own toy catalogue. Hopping and leaping, they even visited Bounce and discussed how exercise is key for health and wellbeing.

In Mathematics, students enhanced their calculation skills and mental fluency, with problem solving being a key component. They showcased their understanding of position and direction by guiding Beebots around a map. During length, they investigated if the Burj Khalifa was taller than all the students at Hartland!

Year 2 were an incredible cohort. The support of the parents was greatly appreciated, and the students’ positivity and passion for learning were truly admirable. The themes of curiosity, creativity and passion for learning were interwoven throughout all areas of learning, making for a rich and diverse experience. The year was filled with opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities and develop their critical thinking skills. Thank you for a truly memorable year.

As the school year draws to a close, it brings us great pride and joy to reflect on an amazing year in Year 3. Through displays of resilience, creativity, and determination in their academic and personal pursuits, the students have blown us away this year. It is difficult to condense an entire year into a few short paragraphs, but we hope to showcase the many accomplishments, experiences, and memories that the students have made during their Year 3 journey at Hartland International School. From their academic achievements to their extracurricular activities, this piece is a testament to their growth and progress.

This year has been filled with so many highlights that it’s hard to choose just a few. The children in Year 3 achieved several sporting victories, showcased their talents through a diverse enrichment programme, performed wonderfully at our Winter Concert and showcased their hard work, motivation and drive in the Year 3 Mathathon. We also had exciting school trips to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the Mleiha Archaeological Centre in Sharjah and the JamJar Art Studio.

For the first time in Hartland history, Year 3 students had the chance to participate in the student council and elect a class representative. It was wonderful to see so many courageous students put themselves forward and deliver powerful speeches and we commend their determination and efforts. The candidates elected to the student council have showcased marvellous leadership skills and Year 3 have been very lucky to be represented by such inspiring young people.

In our classroom lessons, the children explored a range of topics including The Ancient Egyptians, The Stone Age and Around the World in 80 days through hands-on and practical tasks that helped them present their learning in various ways. In mathematics, students worked towards a mastery curriculum with a bigger emphasis on reasoning and problem solving, whilst in science they designed and conducted numerous fair test investigations.

This year, we have felt incredibly fortunate to have such a caring and supportive group of parents and a wonderful school community. We are extremely grateful for the support that you have provided for both the staff and students. Your tremendous efforts in helping to organise Pink Day, National Day, International Day, creative dress up days, and countless other events have not gone unnoticed. With your continued guidance and support, our Year 3 students will make a smooth transition to Year 4 while creating cherished memories along the way.

As our current Year 3s prepare to move on, we are filled with pride and mixed emotions. We are confident that they will continue to shine, exceed expectations and bring a smile to their teachers’ faces each day. We want to express our sincere gratitude to each and every one of them for their hard work and dedication in Year 3. As they move on to their next chapter, we wish them continued success and happiness in Year 4 and beyond. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this an extremely special and rewarding year.

It has been a fantastic year in Year 4! A cross-curricular approach to lessons enriched our learning experiences. We trekked through the Amazon rainforest during our ‘Rainforests’ topic, dived deep into the world’s oceans when learning about ‘The Blue Planet’ and travelled back in time when learning about the Ancient Maya civilization.

Reading and writing lies at the heart of our Year 4 curriculum. This year, we have explored a variety of text types and have enjoyed reading a number of class texts. These were set as a stimulus to create a range of effective writing pieces. Through this, we developed our writing skills including similes, noun phrases, dialogue and many more. In Mathematics, the students have had the opportunity to develop their reasoning and critical thinking skills. We have secured our understanding of the four operations, and developed our knowledge of fractions, measurements, decimals, time, money, and shapes. The use of real-life mathematics enabled the students to apply the concepts taught and relate them to their everyday experiences. Problem-solving was a fundamental part of their mathematical journey this year. The students developed key steps which supported them in having a positive, visual and systematic approach when solving problems.

Starting the year with ‘Rainforests’, Year 4 mapped out the Amazon rainforest and learned about the diverse layers of the rainforest. In Term 2, looking at the importance of water, Year 4 learnt about the water cycle. To understand the importance of recycling and protecting our oceans, the children thoroughly enjoyed creating fantastic monster pencil pots to show the importance of reusing plastic. Ending the year, they learnt about the Ancient Maya civilization. The children enjoyed exploring a variety of scientific concepts. They learned about classifying animals using diagrams. In animals, including humans, they studied teeth, where they investigated how different liquids can erode the teeth’s enamel. They created fantastic, informative videos explaining how the digestive system works using playdoh. Furthermore, the students investigated food chains and created their own food chain pyramids. During materials, they learnt about the differences between solids, liquids, and gases. In addition, they explored electricity and conducted experiments to understand conductors and insulators. The students identified the differences in sound waves and learnt how sound can vary in volume depending on the distance.

In Social Studies there has been a strong emphasis on developing our understanding of Emirati culture and heritage. The children explored the significance of trade and the evolution of the UAE economy throughout history, developing their knowledge about pearl diving, the growth of tourism and the future of robotics. Within Moral Education, the students have learnt and practised different skills to help them be outstanding global citizens. This included understanding the importance of treating people fairly, collaboration, taking responsibility, being an upstander to bullies and expressing gratitude.

We would like to thank the parents for all their support and a huge well done to the Year 4 team for their hard work.

Mrs Hayley Whitty

From the first day of school to the last, we have shared experiences and worked together to create a year that we will always remember. Through hard work, dedication, and the support of each other, we have accomplished great things both individually and as a cohort. Please take a moment to reflect on the past year and celebrate all that we have accomplished.

To kick off the academic year, we immersed ourselves in the rich history and culture of Ancient Greece. Our focus was on mythology, with a particular emphasis on the fascinating tales of Theseus and the Minotaur, and Perseus and Medusa. The students were captivated by these myths, using them as a springboard to craft their own stories, complete with the iconic themes and characters. A definite highlight was when they drew inspiration from their own unique beasts to create their own narratives. The culmination of our Ancient Greece topic was a spectacular event where we celebrated Greek culture by dressing up in traditional attire and immersing ourselves in authentic activities.

Throughout the second term, our educational journey took us on a captivating adventure that explored the vast reaches of the solar system and delved into the mythical world of superheroes. We engaged in a range of activities such as learning about the daily routines of astronauts onboard the ISS and writing diary entries in role, allowing us to experience the challenges of living in outer space firsthand. Furthermore, we crafted original superhero characters as a source of inspiration for our biographical writing. However, the true highlight of this term was undoubtedly the incredible opportunity to hear Dr Maggie’s insightful perspectives on space during the Emirates Literature Festival.

Thousands of people each year are impacted by natural disasters around the world. This proved to be a thought-provoking base for lessons and discussion across the curriculum in term three. We studied the historical eruption of Vesuvius and the devastating impact it had on Pompeii, which was used as a focus for English writing. More recent disasters were then used to inspire the creation of adverts promoting the charity work of Dubai Cares in the global community.

Activities beyond the classroom were essential to the children’s achievements and enjoyment this year. Several students participated in swimming galas, aquathons, and sports days, representing both themselves and the school. LAMDA exams were well-received, and many students earned recognition for their outstanding performances, which was a source of great pride. Additionally, some of our top mathematicians represented the school in the Primary Maths Challenge and demonstrated their problem solving and reasoning skills.

As the academic year draws to a close, the Year 5 team look back fondly on the successes and memorable moments we have shared together with this exceptional group of students. We know they will each go forth and achieve great things and encourage them to return and share their news. The whole team wishes them well as they progress to Year 6.

As the school year draws to a close, it is with much fondness that we say farewell and see our students leave their primary days behind them and prepare for their journey to secondary school. Before we look forward, however, it is always important to reflect on what has passed: at the memories we have made, at the knowledge and skills the students have acquired and of course, the friendships forged. We started our journey back in August when the corridors became alive once more with the chatting and laughter of children. Mr Maynard, Ms Hansberry and Ms Williams welcomed two new wonderful additions to the team in Ms Dyer and Ms Pritchard, which also meant Year 6 now had five classes for the first time ever at our school. Supporting us in the year group were our wonderful Learning Assistants, Ms Astley and Mrs Hellwig.

Throughout the year, we have been inspired by a wide range of high-quality texts to help us produce our best writing outcomes yet. We have been immersed into the worlds of Phillip Earle’s ‘When the Sky Falls’, a thrilling story of a gorilla held in captivity during WW2; Ernest Shackleton’s journeys through the frozen lands of the southern Antarctic; Shaun Tan’s beautiful yet emotionally gripping story of The Arrival; and the legend of Beowulf. During our travels through these amazing books, we have further extended our knowledge of grammatical concepts including using a range of clauses, adding cohesion to our writing and developing an atmosphere for our reader.

This year, Mathematics has given the students the opportunity to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills using a 5-step approach: prepare, make sense, unlock, do and check which has allowed for great progress to be made. The students have worked with considerably larger numbers – up to ten million. On the other hand, they have worked with very small numbers and learned how decimals, fractions and percentages are related. Additionally, they have become confident in using algebra and solving equations for x and y.

Year 6 has had a thrilling year exploring the epic events of World War II, the transformative migrations that shaped the world, and the exciting exploits of the Viking era. Through immersive learning experiences, students gained a deep understanding of the human impact of historical events and discovered the power of history to shape our world.

In UAE Social Studies, we explored ancient, classical, and Islamic civilizations through engaging lessons, discovering the impact these civilisations have had on the UAE. Moral Education in Year 6 is closely linked with the Hartland values, and students developed their character, social skills, and values.

Year 6 has been filled with an abundance of exciting extracurricular events that have kept everyone on their toes. From the thrill of Formula Ethara, where the students built and raced their own F1 cars, to the Madagascar Christmas musical, there was never a dull moment. The Dubai Literature Festival was a fantastic opportunity to broaden our literary horizons, and the various mathematics events, such as the Primary Maths Challenge and Times Table Rockstars dress up day, proved that numbers could be just as fun as words.

To all of our students, let us say that it has been our pleasure. You have made our school come alive with your passion for learning, your kindness and laughter and of course, your hard work and determination to succeed. We wish you all the luck in your next endeavours and please know our doors always remain open to you all. As Buzz Lightyear once said, “To Infinity and Beyond!”

From the beginning it was clear that the Year 7 students were determined to take on the challenges of secondary school, without allowing the transition from primary to faze them. Their initial concerns of increased homework and finding their way around school were soon forgotten, as they became immersed in the varying academic and enrichment activities on offer.

We have often spoken about the value of accepting responsibility for mistakes that will inevitably be made along the way and how we can use each experience to our advantage. Year 7 may have provided some testing times for students, but this has led to the development of mature and well-rounded individuals who are destined for a great future at Hartland.

One of my personal highlights was the Challenging Adventure trip in March. Despite the temperature, the Year 7 students had a super time where friendships were further developed, and some new bonds were formed. There were challenges that we all needed to overcome – not least from the multiple legged variety.

Almost half of the year group volunteered to be mentors for the Year 6 students. The mentoring programme started in January with the students producing an informative video for students and parents which included their most asked questions. The programme has continued on a fortnightly basis where the Year 7 student’s meet with their small groups and answer questions and describe daily life in secondary school. Their leadership skills and patience have been a real testament to the increase of responsibility they have been taking on.

The Year 7 students were asked how they found life in secondary school:

“It was like discovering a new world, full of excitement, new challenges, new friends and new responsibility. I started to think outside the box and to work on my skills. What I can say about Year 7, is it’s not easy but it’s worth it.”

(Eya Gueddes 7L)

“Year 7 was a new step towards independence and a learning experience at the same time.”

(Caleb Luca Peris 7T)

“Getting to be in Year 7 at Hartland was one of the best experiences of my life and it wouldn’t have been the same in any other school. I am extremely grateful for having such nice teachers and caring friends.”

(Nouah van Geerke 7T)

“The school cares about the relationships between students and there is always counselling to help if you have problems. ”

(Zhenxi Lu 7H)

“My favourite part of Year 7 was doing experiments in science.”

(Laith Azzan 7R)

“My favourite part in Year 7 is that I am able to explore new things and meet new friends.”

(Jood Sfeir 7H)

It has been wonderful to be the first head of Year 8 at Hartland, and especially to a group of students who demonstrate so many excellent values. Since the end of year 7, we have seen over 30 new students join our cohort. This is a great change for existing and new students alike and has shown the kindness of existing students and courage of new students to allow everyone to integrate positively into the year group. Over the year I have seen every student improve their maturity and many involve themselves in an array of school activities.

Students in Year 8 have represented the school in many different areas. Students have represented Hartland in football, basketball, netball, and many other sports; we have performed well in the Dubai Super Maths league; students have represented the school in the debate teams and a plethora of other areas. Students have also shown desire to get involved in the wider life at Hartland. We have had some excellent LAMDA performances, Theatre Under the Stars, Hartland’s Got Talent and many more. Students have also shown excellent desire to represent their house in Sports Day and many other house events through the year. It has been a pleasure to see such an array of talents in the year group and I am excited to see these continue next year.

Many students enjoyed the Challenge Adventure trips to Ras Al Khaimah and Turkey this year. During these trips, students have excelled when being put out of their comfort zone. They have risen to the challenges on offer and developed team building skills, courage, resilience, and kindness as well as many other Hartland Values.

Overall, it has been an exciting year for Year 8. Students have grown emotionally and physically, establishing new personalities on their way to becoming young adults. We have had success in all areas of the school, both academic and extra-curricular. It has been a pleasure to oversee Year 8 this year and I look forward to seeing students adapt to next year’s challenges as we move into Year 9.

“My favourite day in school this year was International Day because we got to learn about so many different cultures, and we tried many different foods from different countries.”

(Raasiyah Noormahomed 8H)

“My favourite day in school this year is International Day as it’s a day we celebrate each other’s cultures, showing how diverse our school is and of course the different delicious foods and performances were the best!”

(Habiba Habib 8L)

“Year 8 has been a rollercoaster. To joining the school (with many questions if I may add), to now having many friends and a deeper understanding towards the school. My favourite moment though was probably meeting my friends.”

(Luca Fleming 8T)

“What I have enjoyed most about being in Year 8 is having challenging tasks that relate to maths and science (like the rocket project we did for Science Week).”

(Mattvi Kotelenets 8H)

“My proudest moment this year was when I found out I was in the Junk Kouture Abu Dhabi finals for my dress design.”

(Jemma Jones 8L)

“My proudest moment this year was when I got to hold my country’s flag around the field, it was really fun and made me proud of my country.”

(Stefania Isetta 8T)

“Being in Year 8 has really taught me the value of being kind to others and respecting teachers. Hartland in general is a great school with great values and high expectations for hardworking students, also quick shout out to Mr. McLaren for putting up with us, you’re a really good teacher!”

(Catalina Al Issa Sbitany 8L)

“Year 8 is the second year of Secondary. You finally get the hang of how it works in Secondary and the challenges you will meet, the places lessons are held, and what wonderful teachers you will be taught from. Not to forget, the people you will work with, your fellow peers and friends.”

(Anna Sobek 8L)

What a busy, yet incredible year this has been for Year 9. Not only have I had such a warm welcome from the Hartland community, but it has been a privilege to be Head of Year to such a mature, caring and dedicated year group.

Year 9 is always an important year where students are to choose their GCSE options and is the first step for them to decide their future pathways. The options evening we held back in January was very informative and it gave the students the chance to explore a range of subjects they may not have considered before and also to find further information about subjects that will determine their future careers. As always, our Year 9 students were mature, inquisitive and have all made excellent choices for their GCSEs, which I know they will excel at.

One of the highlights of the year was sports day. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves, everyone took part and we were amazed at the sheer sporting talent of our incredible Year 9s! Also worth a mention, was the talent that had gone into creating a wonderful array of colourful house themed face paints, that thankfully washed off the next day!

I am sure I speak for the whole year group in saying that a favourite day of ours was International Day. It was wonderful to see so many students dress in their national attire and also try the variety of delicious food that our Hartland community had brought in to share. Year 9 were chosen to present to the younger primary students, talking about where they were from and also preparing a fun quiz. I could not have been more proud with the level of maturity, kindness and compassion they shared with our youngest students, once again showing what an amazing year group we have.

As we move into Year 10 and an exciting two years ahead, as our students embark on their GCSE journey, I have no doubt that they will thrive in this new challenge, not only academically, but as the amazing young adults they are developing into.

Lastly, our year 9s would not be where they are without the guidance from their inspiring tutors: Miss Carter, Mrs Keeley and Mr Murray. We are all looking forward to supporting you and helping you grow as you move into Year 10. An incredible end to KS3, well done Year 9!

“I enjoyed GCSE taster week. Because there are many interesting subjects and it is important for me.”

(Miruka Miyauchi 9T)

“International day was my favourite day this year, because I got to present to primary about Scotland and I liked the food stalls! My proudest moment this year was probably when I became form rep of 9R!”

(Ailsa Farquhar 9R)

“My favourite moment was International day, because I loved learning about different cultures, I also enjoyed teaching the year 4 and 5s about my country. The food was great as well!”

(Elida Yaksan 9R)

“The day of performing in “Alice in Hartland” was one of the proudest days in year 9 for me. Even nowadays people who attended the performance sometimes call me “Cheshire Cat”, because of my role. I also remember the day of ‘Secret Party’ for rewarding students. I remember how we were playing with balloons altogether and had pizza, that was really fun.”

(Ekaterina Vatutina 9H)

“Sports day was very fun, it was stimulating and enjoyable doing to do it in the stadium, and there was an event for everyone! Also getting to the semi-finals in our debate was exciting and it helped me improve in my research and delivery.”

(Aisha Ibrahim 9H)

“I have enjoyed meeting new people the most and winning the science presentation project was my proudest moment.”

(Khadem Al Marri 9T)

The past academic year has been a remarkable one for our Year 10 students. They have managed to make a smooth transition from Key Stage 3 into Key Stage 4, and it has been a pleasure to watch them grow and develop throughout the year.

One of the highlights of the year was seeing our students explore their chosen option subjects with enthusiasm and inquisitiveness. Progressing from Year 9 into Year 10, students had the opportunity to select up to 4 options subjects such as Drama, Physical Education, Geography, Design Technology, and History, to study alongside their core subjects, English, Mathematics and Science. During their lessons, they were able to develop a deeper understanding of their chosen subject areas and explore each student’s assessment process in more detail. This allowed them to engage with their studies on a more meaningful level and to gain a greater appreciation for their chosen fields of study.

Throughout the year, students have had to develop resilience, time management, and organisation skills to keep up with the demands of their studies. However, our students have risen to the challenge, and we have been impressed by their hard work and dedication to their academic pursuits. Furthermore, our students have not only focused on academia, but they have also engaged in a wide range of enrichment opportunities.

It has been pleasing to see so many students enrolled on the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award, which has encouraged them to develop teamwork and leadership skills. In addition, our students have participated in a range of competitions and extracurricular activities throughout the year. Some of the highlights of the year were seeing our Year 10 students represent the school in a range of competitions from mathematics, poetry, sporting fixtures, debate, Islamic art, and Junk Kouture to name but a few, as well as putting on a fabulous performance in the secondary musical The School of Rock. Our students demonstrated remarkable talent and dedication in these competitions and events, and we are proud of their achievements.

Looking back on the year, it has been an exciting and positive one for our Year 10 students. They have demonstrated a lot of promise this year, and we look forward to supporting and challenging them further as they progress into Year 11 next academic year and prepare for their GCSE examinations.

“I had a distinctive experience this year. I noticed a continuous improvement in my character as I became more self-assured and challenged myself to go beyond my limits each day. As I tackled new obstacles every day, I gained a lot of confidence. I also enjoyed adjusting to my GCSEs and I’m excited about my upcoming time in year 11.”

(Daniel Obaba 10T)

“As a new student, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I’m happy to say that I’ve had an absolute blast. I’ve made some amazing friends, who have made me feel right at home and had amazing experiences with them”

(Ghaya Binghalib 10T)

“The transition from KS3 to GCSE’s has been a demanding experience. I have learned how to manage my time better and had the chance to study subjects I am passionate about in more depth. Whilst the content I’m learning has become more challenging; it has truly enhanced my critical thinking skills and improved my awareness of the world around me.”

(Adam Tybekhan 10T)

“What I like best about this year is that I have a lot of independence and I enjoy exploring my new subjects, such as media. I enjoy learning about how you can advertise your goods to a broader audience. Choosing different GCSEs than others in your class always forces you to step outside of your comfort zone and forces you to interact with other pupils.”

(Zainab Fazlani 10R)

“Year 10 is all about developing excellent habits and stepping beyond of your comfort zone. The pressure increase may make it seem scary, but I can assure you that with persistence and commitment, things will gradually get simpler. The ability to delve deeper and concentrate on the subjects you enjoy most. You will undoubtedly make friends through extracurricular activities like the unforgettable Duke of Edinburgh award or even just going to the library.”

(Abeer Gasim 10R)

“Year 10 at school was an enjoyable time for me. One of the most fun events was sports day. I’m not the most athletic person, but it was great to see everyone trying their best and cheering each other on. I also liked my academic classes, especially Science and English. My teachers were supportive and helped me understand difficult concepts. I felt like I learned a lot and was challenged in a good way. In my free time, I joined a football club and a student leadership group. It was a great way to meet new people and do something in my free time in school.”

(Ahmad Al Hammadi 10H)

Year 11 students have demonstrated great focus and determination this academic year. They understand that this year is crucial in terms of their future academic and career pathways. Continually reinforced throughout the year, students are aware that GCSE results act as an educational passport. Put simply, the more grades obtained, the more destinations available to each student.

One of the landmarks of the year for the Year 11 students was the mock examinations. These exams were an excellent opportunity for the students to test their knowledge and understanding of the subjects they have been studying. The mock exams were also an opportunity for the students to familiarise themselves with the exam format and conditions.

The coursework submissions were also a significant part of year 11 students’ academic commitments. Students worked hard to ensure that their coursework was completed to the best of their ability and submitted within the given deadlines.

Throughout Key Stage 4, students have become familiar with a software programme called Unifrog, which has allowed students to explore different career options and to understand the qualifications and experience needed to pursue these options. Hartland’s Careers Counsellor, Mrs Sheedy, has provided invaluable support to the students in helping them to understand the prerequisites of specific A-Level and University courses, as well as desirable qualifications for specific career industries.

To ensure a smooth transition from Year 11 into Sixth Form, the school’s Senior Leadership Team has also met with each Year 11 student individually to discuss their Sixth Form journey. These meetings have been invaluable in helping students to make informed decisions about their future academic and career pathways.

Despite the challenges of GCSE examinations, Year 11 students have demonstrated great resilience and perseverance. They have been determined to achieve their academic and career goals and have worked tirelessly to ensure their success. We wish the Year 11 students all the best for their GCSE results day in August and look forward to seeing them transition into the Sixth Form next academic year.

“Year 11 has been a lot of studying and preparation for my GCSE exams, however, I have done quite a bit outside of that. At the beginning of the year, I entered the Junk Kouture competition and made it to the world finals in Abu Dhabi in January. That was a great experience to have and allowed me to focus more on my creative side rather than academics. I’ve also played U19 Netball for the school this year. Being a student leader allowed me to take time off from my studies and work on developing skills to make me a more well-rounded person.”

(Alayna Alibhai 11R)

“As I prepare for my GCSE exams, I have found this year to be both challenging and rewarding. Thanks to the exceptional support of our teachers, I learned essential skills key to achieving well in my GCSE’s such as time-management, organisation, and dedication. As a Prefect and Class Representative, I had the opportunity to develop leadership skills and make a positive impact on the school community. Additionally, participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Silver Award in Fujairah allowed me to hone my teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.”

(Abhishek Nambiar 11T)

“I’ve enjoyed Year 11 and found being a student leader an amazing experience. We have helped to make positive changes to the school, and it has taught me leadership and communication skills. I’ve also been a part of the basketball team and am proud of our achievements. I am hoping that my GCSE exams go well in the summer.”

(Elizaveta Soboleva 11R)

“Year 11 has flown by a lot quicker than I expected. The majority of my Year 11 classmates, including myself, began the year with much trepidation. However, I must admit that this journey is not as dreadful as we presumed it to be. With regular preparation and planning, a positive mindset, and support from our teachers, we have been able to efficiently revise and ready ourselves for the exams. The Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award was refreshing and challenging, and it allowed me to free my mind from the pressure of academics and enjoy the company of my friends.”

(Gautam Nambiar 11T)

SIXTH FORM

Our Sixth Form provides the next step for students who have already experienced all that Hartland has to offer. Our Year 13 students this year had to give serious consideration to life after Hartland and we are incredibly fortunate to have a designated Careers Counsellor, Mrs Sheedy, to support students through this process. This has included careers lunch seminars, visits to local universities and talks from admissions officers on how to write a personal statement. We’ve also had trainers from Unifrog (an online platform that provides guidance on universities and careers around the world) in school to talk to our students.

Following the opening of our Sixth Form last year, our Year 13 students this year have received a plethora of placement offers from universities all around the world. From the United Kingdom, students received offers for incredibly competitive places at Imperial College London, Exeter, Durham, Warwick and Edinburgh to study a diverse range of degrees including economics, medicine, biochemistry and psychology. A number of students chose to study at European universities, and conditional offers from Holland further fuelled the vibrant atmosphere in the sixth form common room. Across the Atlantic Ocean, students were delighted to receive places from Ivy League universities, along with offers from leading universities in Canada, including McGill University, which is recognised around the world for the excellence of its teaching and research programmes. All students have been taking at least three A levels or a combination of BTEC and A Levels. A small group of students have chosen to study four A levels.

In addition to the formal curriculum, our aim is to provide students with a rich and varied programme of extended study courses and leadership challenges. This year, sixth form students embarked on the International Duke of Edinburgh’s Silver Award expedition. This involves carrying all your equipment and resources needed for two days and nights in the mountains and walking for over six hours each day. The expedition pushed many students to the edge of their endurance levels; however, they showed great grit and determination by pushing through the pain and blisters.

We are excited to start the bridging programme with our current Year 11 students once they complete their external examinations. It has been particularly exciting to see the number of new students who have accepted places for Year 12 next year as our sixth-form community continues to grow.

As a result of this growth, next year, Mrs Blair and Mr Heffernan will take on new roles as Head of Year 12 and 13 respectively. Following a round of Hustings and subsequent interviews with the secondary senior leadership team, we are delighted to welcome our new student leadership team for next year. We are already incredibly proud of the student’s leadership skills and their willingness to support and guide students lower down the school. All six students have displayed exemplary professionalism when representing the school at other events.

As role models to our younger students, I am delighted that our students welcomed every opportunity to develop holistically as young adults, from peer and academic mentoring, delivery of whole school enrichment activities and notable charity contributions, our eldest year group led by example and our younger students learnt so much from their approach to both their our own learning and willingness to support and improve our whole school community.

Prior to the last school day for Year 13, we celebrated our first-ever leavers’ prom at the Fairmont Hotel on the Palm. A truly memorable evening was had by all students.

Following their graduation from Hartland, I expect that challenges await. But I strongly believe, based on their previous behaviour and the way in which they conducted themselves over the years they will surely overcome them.

The last year has been demanding and challenging for our Sixth Form students. They have worked incredibly hard over the last year and they now deserve a well-earned rest over summer. We look forward to welcoming our Year 12 back next academic year, as Year 13 students, in what will be an exciting and rewarding year.

TRIPS

Trips and residential trips are an important aspect of the educational experience at Hartland International School, as they provide students with valuable learning opportunities outside of the classroom. These experiences can range from day trips to local museums, historical sites, or natural landmarks, to extended residential trips that take students to different parts of the emirate or even countries.

The success of these trips lies in their ability to provide students with a unique and immersive learning experience that cannot be replicated in the classroom. For example, a trip to a historical site can bring to life the events and people studied in history class, allowing students to see and touch the artifacts, buildings, and landscapes that are part of our cultural heritage. Similarly, a residential trip can expose students to new cultures, different environments, languages, and ways of life, providing them with a broader perspective of the world around them.

Moreover, trips and residential trips can also enhance students’ social and emotional development by encouraging teamwork, independence, and resilience. When students are away from their families and familiar environments, they rely on each other for support, which can foster strong bonds and a sense of community. Additionally, students may face challenges such as homesickness, exploring new environments and stepping out of their comfort zones, which can help them develop coping skills and adaptability.

Residential trips are a great way for children to develop independence and confidence as they stay away from home and engage in a range of exciting activities. Year 4, 5 and 6 students developed their independence, self-confidence, leadership skills, whilst forming new relationships through teamwork and adventure-based activities during their residential trips this year. Students participated in a range of activities such as rock climbing, open top kayaking, wilderness survival, raft building and canoeing. These activities were not only fun but also challenged our students both physically and mentally. They learned valuable teamwork and communication skills while also gaining a greater appreciation for nature and the environment.

In conclusion, school trips are essential in enhancing students’ learning experiences. These trips provide students with new opportunities to learn, explore, and develop critical life skills. From challenging activities to interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences, our students were able to broaden their horizons and gain a deeper appreciation for the world around them.

FOUNDATION STAGE TRIPS

This year across Foundation Stage we have planned for and provided valuable learning opportunities outside of the classroom, allowing students to experience and explore the world around them in a meaningful way.

The FS1 Trips, have been focused to help develop the student’s social and emotional skills by providing opportunities for them to interact with others outside of their usual class based environment. The students started their school year by visiting Xpark Jr, as well as the exciting bus ride, the students learnt how to care for animals and take part in the forest school sessions organised. At the end of the year, the students really enjoyed their trip to Dig It, where they could build and construct with a range of soft play items to end their topic of learning.

Our FS2 trips have also been specially selected to enhance the student’s communication and language skills. The trip to the Theatre at the beginning of the year, exposed the students to new vocabulary and showed them how to express themselves in different ways. The final trip to Oli-Oli Science park, allowed the students to predict and explain their thinking in a more scientific way. This really showcased the children’s development across the year.

All of the trips this year have provided real-life opportunities for children to apply their knowledge and skills in meaningful contexts, making learning more relevant and engaging. As always, the students were excellent role models for the school in every location they visited.

YEAR 1 TRIPS

It gives me great pleasure to reflect upon the remarkable school trips to Kidzania and Green Planet that took place this year. These excursions were not only educational but also provided our young learners with memorable experiences.

Our visit to Kidzania was nothing short of extraordinary. As we stepped into the bustling city designed for kids, our students had the chance to explore different professions and understand the value of teamwork, creativity and responsibility. From being firefighters bravely combating imaginary blazes to role playing as doctors saving lives, our students were fully immersed in a world of endless possibilities. Witnessing their faces light up with excitement and enthusiasm was truly heartwarming.

Equally captivating was our trip to Green Planet, where we embarked on a journey through a magnificent indoor tropical rainforest. The lush greenery, exotic animals and immersive exhibits brought the wonders of nature to life right before our eyes. Our students were mesmerised as they witnessed the delicate balance of ecosystems and learned about the importance of biodiversity and conservation. It was an opportunity for them to connect with the natural world, fostering a deep appreciation for the environment and instilling a sense of responsibility towards its preservation.

YEAR 2 TRIPS

As I reflect on our Year 2 school trips, it brings me great joy to remember the adventure-filled year that our teachers and cohort will always cherish. Our journey began at Dubai Safari Park, where the excitement started the moment we arrived and saw the magnificent wildlife in their natural habitats. We were able to observe a diverse range of animals such as lions, baboons, giraffes, and zebras up close, even witnessing the majestic elephants and hippos enjoying a swim. The safari drive provided us with an opportunity to learn about the animals and their behaviours from our knowledgeable guide. We also enjoyed the interactive events, where we could touch and feed some of the friendly animals. Our visit to Dubai Safari Park not only provided an educational experience but also inspired us to protect endangered species and preserve our environment.

In Term 2, we had the privilege of being the first school in Dubai to have a visit from TeachRex. This unforgettable experience brought learning to life, taking us on a journey through time to explore the world of dinosaurs. From the moment the giant T-Rex Jam walked onto the stage, we knew we were in for a treat. Children were immersed in three workshops that covered the history and science of these incredible creatures through English, Drama, and ICT activities. Teach Rex inspired us to explore Science, History, and the natural world in exciting new ways.

Our final trip to Air Maniax was a truly memorable experience that not only provided us with an opportunity to have fun but also offered numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. The science of exercise is essential for a healthy lifestyle, and trampolining is an excellent way to raise our heart rates and burn energy. At Air Maniax, we had the chance to engage in physical activity while having fun at the same time, which promotes healthy living and wellbeing. Overall, our Year 2 school trips provided us with unforgettable experiences that taught us valuable lessons about conservation, history, and healthy living

YEAR 3 TRIP - MLEHIA ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTRE

This year saw our Year 3 students extend their learning beyond the classroom by going on three educational trips. Of these, our trip to Mlehia Archaeological Centre was a real highlight. This trip was a great opportunity for the students to learn about the rich history and culture of the UAE through the prehistoric periods.

The trip began with a visit to the museum led by an expert tour guide, where the students saw a vast collection of artefacts, including pottery, tools, and weapons from the prehistoric periods. The museum provided a glimpse into the daily lives of the people who lived in the region thousands of years ago, and the students were fascinated by the unique features of each artefact.

After exploring the museum, the students headed to the archaeological site, where they saw first-hand where archaeologists excavated and preserved historical artefacts. They were thrilled to be able to explore the site themselves and got to experience the excitement of discovering artefacts buried deep beneath the sand. Throughout the trip, the students were engaged in various activities and learning experiences. They participated in interactive workshops where they learned about prehistoric lifestyles, how to identify different artefacts, and how archaeologists use scientific techniques to study and preserve them.

The trip was a fantastic way to promote experiential learning and enhance the students’ knowledge of the UAE’s history and culture. The students returned to school with a newfound appreciation for the work that archaeologists do and how we can gain an insight into the past through investigating artefacts and other materials.

Overall, the Year 3 trip to Mlehia archaeological centre was an exciting and educational experience for everyone involved. We hope that this trip has inspired the students to continue their exploration and learning journey, and we look forward to seeing how they will use the knowledge gained from this trip in the future.

YEAR 4 ECOVENTURE & GREEN PLANET TRIP

In Term 2, Year 4 had the amazing opportunity to attend an overnight residential trip which was heaps of fun.

Ecoventure was loved by all children, and they experienced a fun outdoor learning experience that resulted in them developing their personal and even their classroom skills. The children learnt to be independent, resilient and team players, which are important skills that can be applied to all aspects of school life.

Children experienced a jam-packed two days of activities that included canoeing, kayaking, obstacle courses and the thrilling cat walk and Jacobs ladder. All children really excelled on this trip, made new friends, and really challenged themselves to try new activities and take risks. Most importantly, all students supported one another on the activities and displayed fantastic collaboration skills.

After a tiring, activity-fueled day, the children sang songs around the campfire and devoured roasted marshmallows, which was a key highlight for them. A huge well done to all that took part in such a memorable and successful outdoor educational trip.

During Term 1, the children explored the Amazon rainforest in Topic, where they gained a deep understanding of the diverse rainforest layers and the amazing animals that inhabit each layer. When visiting The Green Planet, our learning came to life as the children were able to experience what the Amazon rainforest would be like and see what they have learnt in real life. Before they delved into the rainforest, the students had an informative talk where they learnt new facts about the rainforest and about the processes that occur there such as succession. This helped to expand their rainforest knowledge even further.

The students then went on a fantastic tour, where they had the opportunity to travel from the emergent layer, through the canopy layer and understory layer all the way to the forest floor. The children loved spotting the different animals, the sleeping sloth was a key highlight. Some students were even brave enough to touch some insects! The students impressed the tour guide with their secure understanding of the rainforests.

In Term 1, the students Topic project was to make a documentary about rainforests, using all the facts and knowledge they gained over the term. The students used their observations and new knowledge from the The Green Planet trip to help support their documentary. David Attenborough would have been impressed with their presenting skills!

Overall, the Year 4 trip to The Green Planet was not only exciting but a fantastic educational experience for everyone involved. A trip the children will definitely remember for a long time!

YEAR 5 CHALLENGING ADVENTURE & DUBAI CREEK TRIP

CHALLENGING ADVENTURE

Embarking on a challenging adventure in Ras al Khaimah in February 2023, Year 5 students were brimming with anticipation as they prepared for their camping trip. Leaving the comforts of home behind, they eagerly set out to explore a remote and primitive location. The children were clean, organised, and wide-eyed with excitement as they boarded the buses, ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. After a nearly two-hour journey that was filled with the usual “are we there yet” questions, the bus turned off the paved road and onto a bumpy, rocky track heading east through Wadi Qa’ada. Soon after, the camp came into view - a charming settlement of tents and huts in a palm oasis under the watchful gaze of the Hajar Mountains. This would be the children’s rustic home for the next two nights.

Any early complaints about the absence of luxuries were quickly forgotten as the children became fully engrossed in the plethora of activities on offer. Budding archers plucked their bows as they aimed for the target, while intrepid climbers scrambled up near-vertical rock faces as high as they dared. Future engineers and designers planned shelters using primitive materials found around the wadi. Even the cover of darkness did not hold them back; after a stargazing hike on the first night, the sound of campfire songs echoed around the wadi on their final evening.

When the children returned to school, they were certainly not clean and organised anymore. Their wide-eyed excitement had given way to bleary tiredness, but the memories they had created would endure for a lifetime. The countdown to next year’s residential had already begun, and the children were already looking forward to the next adventure.

DUBAI CREEK

During the autumn term, students had the exciting opportunity to visit Dubai Creek and the Sheikh Mohamed Centre for Cultural Understanding as part of their UAE Social Studies program. The visit aimed to provide students with an immersive experience of Emirati traditions, clothing, and food, as well as to develop their haggling and problem-solving skills.

At the Cultural Centre, students were introduced to Emirati culture and customs through an engaging and informative presentation from staff members. They learned about traditional Emirati clothing, including the abaya and kandura, and how they have evolved over time. Students also had the chance to sample traditional Emirati food, such as dates and Arabic coffee. We then took a walk through the old district to the mosque, where we learned about the basics of Islam.

Afterwards, students boarded an abra to cross Dubai Creek and reach the souk. The abra ride was a highlight for many students, as they marvelled at the stunning views of the creek and its bustling surroundings.

At the souk, students had the chance to put their haggling skills to the test as they shopped for spices, clothing, and souvenirs. They also completed a fun and challenging clue hunt, which required them to work collaboratively and think creatively to solve a series of clues.

Overall, the educational visit to Dubai Creek and the Cultural Centre was a resounding success. The students gained a deeper understanding and appreciation of Emirati culture.

YEAR 6 ECOVENTURE

Back in November, Year 6 took part in one of the most anticipated events of the year: Ecoventure. This was a 2 night adventure residential trip in Al Sayh, Ras Al Khamiah. As the trip grew closer, excitement reached fever pitch as the children selected their friends to stay with, learned who was in their activity groups and of course, showed off all their new kit to each other. Once the day arrived, the children gathered in the canteen to say one last goodbye to their parents before heading off into the desert for some much needed adventure. Upon arrival, the children split off into groups with some children checking out their new lodgings whilst others headed straight to the football pitch.

Over the next three days, students took part in a number of exciting and thrilling activities. Some of the most popular activities saw the children climb high into the sky on the rockclimbing wall, work as a team to go up in Jacob’s ladder and race to the top on the vertical bars. The children also took part in a number of ground level events that included buggy building and archery. Educational activities saw the children learn about local plant and wildlife, even getting to meet a few of them, and look at fossils from around the desert. The final day took place on the water with kayaking and raft sailing being the most popular. Many of the children were delighted to see Mr. Maynard take part in the raft sailing just to watch him fall in immediately after boarding.

For the teachers and children alike, it was a fantastic 3 days that for many will have been the highlight of the year!

YEAR 7 & YEAR 8 CHALLENGE ADVENTURE

Students from Years 7 and 8 had a fantastic action-packed two-night trip to the Hajar Mountains in Ras Al Khaimah. On the first day, Year 8 students particularly enjoyed their day on the water where they created rafts and participated in a variety of races, completing a plethora of other many water-based activities during the day. Students from Year 7 faced the dizzying challenges of the Via Ferrata, an enormous achievement! Students overcame their nerves to complete the challenging passageway along the mountain face. The first evening provided students with an opportunity to swim in the freshwater pools before dinner. Students quickly settled into camp where they also enjoyed using the Hot Spring pools before completing an informative Night Hike.

On the second day, students completed a mix of activities both on water and in the surrounding area around the campsite. Year 8 students enjoyed a variety of team-building activities along with both kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. Year 7 students completed a village trek where they learnt about wilderness survival and helped with wadi conservation, assisting local farmers by fixing fences to protect the side trees and building walls to keep out local wildlife. During the trip they gained a deeper understanding of the environment and the historic dwellings of the Al Hepsi Tribes.

A memorable trip was had by all students during the three-day stay. New activities such as Archery were added to the itinerary this year and we look forward to trying out new activities again next year!

TOKYO, JAPAN TRIP

In February, 22 students from years 10, 11, 12 and 13 travelled all the way to Tokyo, Japan for the trip of a lifetime. The purpose of the trip was not only to experience the unique traditions of Japanese culture, but also to explore the various ways that Japan is leading innovation in various areas of STEM – science, technology, engineering, and maths.

On our first day in Tokyo we dove straight into Japanese culture by walking through a fish market and practicing our sushi making skills with true masters of the cuisine. Students had a great time dressing as chefs and creating their own lunch of temaki and nigiri sushi; the first of the many traditional meals that we tried in Tokyo. Once we were full, we headed to Asakusa Temple and experienced being dressed in the traditional wear of kimonos and yukatas.

We visited various cultural epicentres of Tokyo and students enjoyed exploring the unique flavours of that each area had to offer, from the anime themed stores and restaurants of Akihabara to the hustle and bustle of the world’s busiest street crossing in Shibuya. We even had time to stop in at one of Japan’s famous cat cafes! The students enjoyed shopping in all the areas we visited and definitely came back with much heavier suitcases than we had left with.

A highlight of the trip was our visit to Mount Fuji and the Hakone region, where the rare, clear weather blessed us with a breath-taking view of the volcano. We took an early morning bullet train, called a shinkansen, to Odawara before travelling to Hakone to experience a gondola ride over “the Great Boiling Valley” of the Owakudani Plume. We followed this with a cruise around the beautiful Lake Ashi in the afternoon.

Our visit to Tokyo Disneyland combined the best of both STEM concepts and Japanese culture where we experienced some truly pioneering rides, such as the Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast ride which involved travelling in teacups and advanced animatronics and holograms. The trip was a huge success and the students not only had a good time, but also learnt about the different applications of STEM in the real world.

AUSTRIA SKI TRIP

It has been three long years since our previous ski trip, and the world has undergone significant changes. However, our excitement for this adventure remained intact. We had a new location to explore - the charming alpine region of Tirol, Austria, and the Kitzbühel ski area. This was our largest trip yet, with 28 travellers from Year 6 to Year 12 making the journey to Europe.

As we drove through the valleys towards our guesthouse, some of us were nervous, as the expected winter landscape was alarmingly green. However, our relief was palpable when we finally arrived and saw the blanket of snow covering the slopes.

On our first morning, we immediately hit the slopes and broke off into teams, taking into account our diverse range of skiing and boarding abilities. Some stayed on the gentle training slopes, while others headed off further into the mountains. Over the course of the week, everyone made tremendous progress and got to experience skiing in a spectrum of conditions, from crisp blue skies to complete white-out blizzard.

It was simply remarkable to witness the bravery of our group attempting the red and black runs that zig-zagged through the mountains. Runs that seemed impossible at the start of the week became par for the course by week’s end. This truly was the experience of a lifetime, and I know that the memories will last long.

All our skiers and boarders should be tremendously proud of how they represented themselves and their school throughout the week. They were frequently commended by the instructors and staff in Austria for their behaviour, attitude, humour and the great example they set for other schools.

TURKEY TRIP

This year students in Years 7 to 9 were invited to attend a sixnight Challenging Adventure trip to Turkey. The trip included a plethora of activities including white water rafting and wet canyoning, along with a historical and cultural visit to the resort of Side and a tourist visit to Antalya.

Students enjoyed a day of Trekking around the local Taurus Mountains, which took them through the green pine forests and to visit Roman ruins including the amazing ancient amphitheatre. In the following days they visited the surrounding area and mixed with the local villagers to learn about their way of life before heading to the Old City to practice their bartering skills for some souvenirs in the local bazaars.

This was the first time we have travelled to Turkey and look forward to returning next academic year!

“I had the most amazing and adventure-packed time in Türkiye with the Hartland Challenging Adventure trip. Our cabins and camp were very different to what we know of in the UAE from a turquoise lake to the delightful flower field. My favourite activity was canyoning, it was challenging, cold and very fun. We enjoyed swimming back against the currents, which might have been the most intense part of the experience. White water rafting was truly exhilarating! I would love to do the trip again one day!”

“I had an amazing experience in Türkiye! My favorite part of the Hartland Challenging Adventure trip was the serene flower fields all around Türkiye. Especially the one behind the camp. It had a beautiful variety of flowers with which me and my friends made plenty of flower crowns to give out to the challenging adventure staff! There were so many different activities which made this a fantastic experience and I hope to do it again someday!”

Mr Gareth

PERFORMING ARTS

Madagascar Jr

This year’s primary school musical was Madagascar Jr. Brilliantly lead by Leila Al Zuhairi (Alex) and Evie Sadler (Marty), the cast of almost 100 students put on an incredible show. With Aeriella Pienaar (Melman) and Maria Beltran (Gloria) as their loveable sidekicks, the awesome foursome lead the audience on their journey by ship, to Madagascar where they meet a band of crazy lemurs lead by Sebastian Ansell (King Julian), fight off the fearsome Foosa and they are ultimately rescued by a band of pesky penguins! The audience loved the show, from Foundation Stage students right up to our parent community, and Mrs Ansell and Mrs O’ Dwyer couldn’t have been prouder of the entire cast!

Theatre Under the Stars

This year, due to unprecedented numbers of sign-ups, we saw not one but two Theatre Under the Stars Performances.

Mr Tuff’s group presented Alice in Hartland; a modern take on the well-loved story, where our Alice (Amelia Rogers) finds herself on a promenade theatre adventure through the school. With scenes taking place in the classrooms, corridors, foyer, dining room and reflection garden, the audience had to follow her journey to find out what happened to her in the end.

Mrs Ansell’s group presented the classic children’s story Swallows and Amazons, using physical theatre, puppetry and excellent characterisation to bring the story to life for the audience. The children (Anna Sobek, Lina Ech-Chali, Maria Montes and Amira Ibrahim) meet all kids of characters including Captain Flint (Carter Fennell) before finally foiling the dastardly plans of some would-be thieves. Both performances were extremely enjoyable and the cast, from Year 7s to Year 9s all gave great performances!

Angry Jurors- Senior Play

This year saw Hartland welcome a senior play for the first time. This gave students from Year 10 to Year 13 the opportunity to showcase their performance skills in a new and exciting way. The audience were transported to 1940’s war-time America and witnessed an hour-long rollercoaster of a performance. Based on the well-known classic ’12 Angry Men.’ Ms Naylor used her expert creative writing skills to re-imagine the story to be 12 female jurors, forced into the courtroom due to their husbands and fathers being away at war. The play explored themes such as racism, prejudice and women’s rights. Pupils did this expertly under the direction of Mr Tuff.

The whole cast tackled such important manners maturely and sensitively, there were however some particular stand-out performances, these came from the incredibly talented Melina Garaud, who’s portrayal clearly showed the racism people of colour encountered at the time, and the wonderfully gifted Sakina Fakhruddin whose portrayal of the meek, old lady who insists on nothing but honesty and impartiality was magical.

School of Rock

This year saw the return of the secondary musical, and what a way to bounce back! A cast and crew of 42 students dazzled audiences with their wonderful dancing, singing and acting whilst ‘sticking it to the man’. The play followed the story of Dewey Finn in his quest to become a rockstar, in his desperation to make some money he poses as a primary school teacher where he devises a plan to turn his class into a rock band. Lead brilliantly by Amelie Turnbull in the role of Dewey, who’s energy and comedic timing captured perfectly the essence of his character, the cast were fantastic, showing commitment and resilience throughout the rehearsal period and real star quality on stage. Some stand-out performers, to name a few would be Julia Maeroum in the role of Principal Mullins, Lilly Hopwood as Summer Hathaway and Habiba Badran as Patty Di Marco.

Mr Tuff and Mr Ansell are incredibly proud of everything the cast managed to achieve in such a short period of time and are excited already for next year’s secondary musical.

DUKE OF EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL AW ARD

The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is a youth development program that aims to empower young people to develop skills, get physically active, give back to their communities, and experience adventure. The program is open to young people aged 14-24 and is designed to be adaptable to their individual interests and abilities.

Participating in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award can provide several benefits for young people. For example, it can help them develop important life skills, such as leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. It can also enhance their physical and mental well-being, as they engage in physical activities and outdoor adventures. Additionally, it can help them build their confidence, self-esteem, and resilience, as they face challenges and overcome obstacles.

This year we partnered with North Star to run the Adventurous Journey section of the award. The adventurous journey is a challenging experience as the participants need to demonstrate self-sufficiency whilst hiking and camping over 2 or 3 days, depending on the level of the award. This has taken us to various destinations in the UAE including Sharjah, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah. The students demonstrated great resilience in challenging environments and unseasonably high temperatures at times.

At the end of the silver qualifying journey, the participants were rewarded with a trip to Khorfakkan and an overnight stay at the Oceanic Hotel to recover from their exploits. The next day, they enjoyed a Dhow cruise including kayaking, banana boats and snorkelling off the coast of Dibba, which was a fantastic experience.

Congratulations to all the students who completed their award this year and thank you to the staff who have given up their time and comfortable beds to support the trips! At Hartland we highly recommend that all students in Year 10 and above take advantage of the opportunities provided by the award. As well as being a process of personal and social development, which leads to valuable life skills, it is an award that is highly valued by colleges, universities and employers around the world.

Mr Paul Evans

CREEKSIDE HOUSE

It has been an absolute pleasure to lead Creekside House for the academic year 2022-23, with the invaluable assistance of our amazing House captain, Abeer Gasim in Year 10. Following the success of the previous year, Creekside students have actively participated in a wide range of competitions and new events this year, making it challenging to list them all. Nevertheless, here are a few noteworthy highlights from the school calendar, with a special mention of some remarkable Creekside victories.

Term one featured the ‘Mastermind’ competition, inspired by the BBC television show, which was a particular highlight. Our students had one minute in the spotlight to answer questions on their specialist topic, and the final saw our very own Oscar Pelag triumph over a prestigious staff team. The whole school watched in awe as our students emerged victorious. Another popular event was the photograph competition, where students had to capture an image that promoted their personal traditions and culture as global citizens, focusing on language, geography, sports, food, religion, arts, music, or social habits. There were some truly stunning entries from both primary and secondary students, showcasing their artistic talents. Congratulations to everyone involved for their outstanding contributions!

Hartland’s Got Talent was, of course, a highlight for Creekside House this year. Students presented their special talents, and we had some incredible entries. Narrowing down the finalists was a daunting task for the judges, as there were so many impressive performances. Some personal highlights for Creekside included Anna playing the piano and Nouah with his amazing vocal talent. Followed by Tom and Leah who put on a brilliant show! This academic year has been a memorable and successful one for Creekside House, with a strong sense of community and the Hartland family evident throughout. It has been a pleasure to be a part of it all, and I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful House captains for their collaborative efforts in leading assemblies, collecting House points, and presenting ideas for House events and competitions.

I am immensely proud of every student for their unwavering contributions, and I am filled with gratitude for the memories and experiences we have shared together. Thank you for making the past year for Creekside House truly remarkable.

Here is a short message from Abeer to conclude this year’s Creekside roundup:

“I had the honour of serving as Creekside’s House Captain this year. Although I was new to the position, I quickly adjusted thanks to the House’s support. There were many exciting competitions during the year, and Creekside made a notable effort in each one of them. When students were cheering for one another, it was especially wonderful to see how enthusiastic they were. This was especially true on sports day, when we cheered for one another in every category. Overall, Creekside had a pretty remarkable year, and I’m hoping that the following one will be even more exciting”.

MUSHRIF HOUSE

It is with great pleasure that I reflect on the past year as the Head of Mushrif. It has been my first year leading this amazing House - it has been an exciting and rewarding experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to lead such a fantastic group of students. We have accomplished so much this year, and I am proud of each and every Mushrif student. There has been a plethora of students who have been involved in the numerous competitions this year including, but not limited to, the International Day Dress Competition, the Mastermind Competition and the ‘what does happiness mean to you?’ competition. It is incredible to see how much we have grown and achieved together. I would also like to take the opportunity to thank Amelie Turnbull (11H), our Secondary House Captain, and Theodor Bitar (6H), our Primary House Captain for all their help, support and enthusiasm over the last year - you should be proud of the dedication you have shown to the role.

There are too many competitions and events to mention by name, however, a personal highlight was Hartland’s firstever off-site sports day, which was held in February. The energy and enthusiasm that the students brought to the field was truly contagious, and the Mushrif House passion and pride could be felt throughout Sports City. It was a fantastic day, and I was thrilled that the mighty Mushrif House was victorious!

As we look forward to the future and as the Hartland community continues to grow, I am confident that Mushrif will continue to thrive and achieve great things. With all student, staff and parent commitment and dedication, I am certain that we will continue to make a positive impact both inside and outside of the school.

Thank you for an amazing year, Mushrif House. It has been an honour to lead you, and I look forward to seeing all that we will accomplish together in the next academic year.

“As the Mushrif House Captain for this academic year, I have had the honour of witnessing the strong sense of community that we have established and I have been delighted in participating in and organising house competitions, the mastermind competition, mental health awareness, and creative writing being some notable examples. I think this year has been a real accomplishment for Mushrif House, and we take special pride in having won the Sports Day trophy, as well as cooperating as a community to foster a healthy sense of competition among our peers. Serving as House Captain has taught me a lot about leadership and what it takes to be a leader. I have appreciated the experience it has offered and have learned about what it takes to be an effective listener to the student voice. The Mushrif House community has worked hard to achieve academic, athletic, and social greatness, and this year has truly brought it to light. Overall, I think Mushrif House has had a memorable year, and I am proud of the accomplishments we have made, both as a student within the House as well as the House Captain.”

SAFA HOUSE

It has been an absolute pleasure continuing as the Head of Safa House this year. The creativity, initiative and compassion of the Safa house students continues to be a wonderful reminder of some of the values we hold dear in the Hartland community. There have been a fantastic range of competitions and events this year that it is hard to mention all of them but here are a few highlights from the School Calendar with special mention to some Safa victories.

We kickstarted the year with our annual elections for House Captains and the quality of applications were excellent! After a student vote and much deliberation, Aziza Dzhumanova and Yena Lee were named as the student representatives for Safa. All students are undoubtedly embodiments of the resilience and kindness that Safa prides itself upon as a House. Unfortunately, due to extenuating circumstances, Yena had to leave our Hartland family in December meaning that Alia Shaarawy took over the role and continues to proudly wave the Safa flag alongside Aziza and myself.

The Mastermind challenge returned this year. The preliminary rounds were incredibly impressive proving that Safa students have some weird and wonderful knowledge about a variety of topics. The final was a magnificent morning for staff, students, and the audience as they were taken through a tour of famous quizzing rounds. I am very pleased to announce that the student team were victorious and have taken the title of Mastermind winners 2023! In November, we encouraged students to reflect on their mental health and wellbeing through creative expression. We had a range of quirky and creative entries ranging from posters to rap lyrics and even paintings. The winning entries for both primary and secondary were a beautiful reminder of how important it is to look after our mental health amidst the business of every day life.

It would not be a roundup of the House events without mention of Hartland’s Got Talent! Narrowing down the entries to finalists was incredibly difficult and proved a challenging job for the judges. A big congratulations to everyone who auditioned and further congratulations to those who made it through to the final. I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has contributed to our wonderful Safa this year – a special mention once again to the incredible captains, who have worked collaboratively to lead assemblies, collect house points and organise house events and competitions. They will be difficult to replace in the coming academic year.

Here are some words from the Secondary Captain, Aziza, to finish the year:

“I believe as House Captain of Safa, it is a very important role in this school when you are a leader of a group of very smart students in this community. This year, we have competed in many competitions, for example in sports day, we got many incredible achievements! I believe that Safa this year was amazing and proved themselves again. I believe that Safa is the best house as all the students are friendly, kind, hospitable and are very good sports. “Competition on anything is good, because it makes everybody better.”- Eddy Cue. Looking forward, I hope Safa continues their success in the next academic years! I look forward to Safa’s continued successes in the next academic year!”

ZABEEL HOUSE

Leading Zabeel House for the 2022-23 academic year has been an absolute pleasure, with the invaluable assistance of our amazing House captains, Gautam Nambiar (11T) and Gauri Nair (5T).Following on from last year’s success, Zabeel students have articipated in a fantastic range of competitions and new events this year, too many to mention, but here are a few highlights from the school calendar, with special mention to some remarkable Zabeel victories.

One particular highlight was the photograph competition, where students had to capture an image that promoted their personal traditions and culture as global citizens, focusing on language, geography, sports, food, religion, arts, music, or social habits. There were some truly stunning entries from both primary and secondary students, showcasing their artistic talents.

No roundup of House events would be complete without mentioning Hartland’s Got Talent! This year, we had some amazing entries, with students presenting their special talents. Narrowing down the entries to the finalists was an incredibly difficult task for the judges, as there were so many impressive performances. Some personal highlights for Zabeel included Ajay and Lilly from Secondary, and Jethro, Aayat and Hana from Primary.

Undoubtedly, this has been a memorable year and one of Zabeel’s most successful one yet. The importance of community and the Hartland family has never been more evident, and it has been a pleasure to be a part of it all. I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful House captains for their collaborative efforts in leading assemblies, collecting House points, and presenting ideas for House events and competitions.

Here is a short message from Gautam to conclude this year’s Zabeel roundup:

“This academic year has been amazing in terms of the House system. I have been a founding student at this school since its opening in 2015 and am a first-hand witness to the way the House system and competitions have evolved over the years. These inter-house competitions are now an integral part of the school that, students, and staff, enjoy and look forward to. I have keenly observed our Zabeel House grow in number, potential, and enthusiasm and I am extremely proud of the dedication, perseverance, and strong sportsmanship that we display throughout the year in all our endeavours. My personal favourite competition this year has been Hartland’s Got Talent, where I admired every single entry by the talented participants. Each performance was exemplary, and I am sure it must have been difficult to judge the winner. I have been honoured to be the Zabeel House Captain for the year 2022-23, and this year without a doubt, has been incredibly successful for us.”

Mr Sam Buse

FOUNDATION STAGE HOUSE EVENTS

This year, Foundation Stage have demonstrated their commitment their houses in Hartland. We have a lot to celebrate in House in FS across Safa, Murshrif, Zabeel and Creekside. Each class received their special Teddy Bear mascots with different house coloured t shirts. We were so excited when we received positive post which acknowledges our achievements in class as we got to bring home our house Teddy for a special adventure. Each class created a beautiful book which shows the different adventures the Hartland House Teddy’s have been on from Dubai Hills Park to Kite Beach and even some trips across the world.

We love being rewarded with house points as we add them to the Foundation Stage House Display to see which house is winning. Throughout the year, we have made Zepito the Horse so happy as we each have made an effort to collect paper for him as he is allergic to hay.

We have joined in with lots of events including the FS picnic day, sports day and the afternoon tea to name a few. We have celebrated winners for the different house competitions from creating healthy snacks in the shape of the UAE flag, completing STEM challenges and designing our own decorative crowns. Well done everyone!

A R A B I

Arabic A at Hartland International School

At Hartland, we implement the curricula of the Ministry of Education in teaching Arabic A, as the core of our curriculum. Teachers are keen on developing basic skills including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. We pay great attention to their continuous progress in these skills, and students prepare worksheets that help consolidate concepts. Reading is incredibly important at Hartland, and to support this, Arabic A students have been using a reading platform Nahla and Nahil. They can log in at any time and practice reading at their own level.

In Primary, students read more than 400 words in Arabic. Year 5 students presented wonderful creative written works; we are very proud of Fadi Khoury who participated in a writing competition with the Emirates Literature Foundation. Year 3 and year 4 have also made excellent progress in creative writing

CSecondary students also explored creative writing. They each chose a novel and Year 10 students described Eastern and western cultures in books by famous authors such as Tawfiq al-Hakim

This year has been a very memorable year for the Arabic B department. As our team grew, we shared and implemented new ideas to improve student’s Arabic learning journey. It was a pleasure working with teachers who joined the team, as well as building strong bonds with each student, and supporting them in any way we could. Students of all years this year have shown clear enthusiasm and engagement in every lesson.

We introduced learning sets, and it has had a huge positive impact for both teachers and students. The groups were created based on the number of years each student has learned Arabic coupled with their current level of attainment. It allowed for the teachers to have more ability focused lessons that were fit for their class, and for the students to learn at their own pace. Across the school, we had an Arabic project week, which was an enormous success as the students were able to display what they had learned in an interactive way.

In Key Stage 3 we had great achievements, such as the BSME Language Competition. Students took part in the online competition from 17 to 19 of November, and the results were great as we placed 2nd in the UAE and 6th Globally! We are incredibly pleased with the effort put in by the students.

Although it was great to see the students’ enthusiasm this year, it was especially pleasing to see that parents were just as engaged in learning Arabic. In Term 1, we introduced weekly Arabic classes for parents and the response was astonishing. Many parents enrolled in the lessons that were mainly led by Ms Awero. We were excited to teach them some basics of the language and in result it created a great relationship between both the teachers and the parents, and it was an overall great experience. Next year we are looking forward to creating more opportunities for parents and students and continuing to improve the student Arabic learning journey.

Mrs Omayma Hashim

ISLAMIC EDUCATION

The Islamic department have had an incredible year filled with amazing student achievements. Our year started with an inspiring assembly about the beloved Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday where students shared insightful morals and linked them to the Hartland values. We then announced an Islamic culture competition for the whole school, encouraging all students and staff to participate and learn Islamic culture and values. We also participated in the UAE National Day celebrations, where our talented students recited the Holy Quran and Hadith.

As the year progressed, we held the first-ever Islamic speech competition, challenging students to prepare compelling topics on respecting their parents and the importance of Ramadan. The competition brought out the best in our students as they showcased their public speaking skills and talent. We were amazed to discover hidden talents of our students, and witnessed their ambitious spirit as they participated and competed in the event, making it even more exciting and fulfilling.

Moreover, we held a successful Ramadan Quran competition where students displayed their memorization skills and beautiful voices. Our students were also engaged in Islamic projects, memorizing Quran, Hadith, and Seerah tracker while learning about the stories of the Prophets in an exciting and fun way. During Ramadan, our department also participated in the iftar event where our Head of Islamic Studies, Mr Elslamboly, recited verses from the Holy Quran and said the adhan.

Our Islamic presentations and activities were also highly productive, with students exploring the Holy Quran, its scientific miracles, and interpretations through engaging videos, presentations, and educational games.

Overall, it was a memorable year for the Islamic department as we encouraged our students to learn and embrace Islamic culture and values in a fun and engaging way.

We are excited for bigger surprises and achievements through our talented students in the upcoming year.

ART PRIMARY

As we reach the end of the school year, I can proudly say that I have had the privilege of teaching some truly talented and enthusiastic young artists. It has been a pleasure to see the children develop and grow in their creativity and artistic skills.

Year 1 has been a joy to teach, and I have been impressed by their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. They have studied the works of some great artists such as Yayoi Kusama, Eloise Renouf, Romero Britto, and Marc Allente. The children have created some fantastic paintings, collages, and very sweet teddy bear portraits.

Year 2 has shown great creativity and a willingness to explore new ideas. They have studied the works of Jarvis, Vincent Van Gogh, James Gurney, and David Hockney. They have created some wonderful collages, one point perspective paintings, dinosaur collages, and created class superhero cities.

Year 3 has been a class full of artistic talent, and I have been amazed at their ability to create such beautiful pieces of art. They have studied the works of Henri Matisse, Bri Buckley, Marc Allente, and delved deeper into Egyptian art. The children have created painted paper collages, animal portraits, and 3D scarab beetles.

Year 4 has shown great potential and skill in their artwork. They have studied the works of Jon Klassen, Leona Rose, Fredrich Church, and Den Fenelon. They have created colourful jungle collages, realistic nature drawings, and Maya masks made into a 3D art piece.

Year 5 has been a class of truly imaginative artists, and I have been amazed at the depth of their creativity. They have studied the works of Keith Haring, Charles Bittinger, and Hokasai. They have created unique Greek gods, neon space art, and natural disaster collages.

Year 6 have really shown the mature and creative talents they are going to bring into secondary next year. They have used several techniques and skills, learning about portraiture and how to draw in the style of Tim Burton as well as realistic war portraits with expression. They have also focused on detailed structures and let their creativity show through the work of Yayoi Kusama in beautiful and vibrant collage pieces.

I am incredibly proud of all the students and the fantastic pieces of art they have created. Congratulations on a fantastic year!

ART SECONDARY

Secondary students have truly enjoyed their lessons in the art studio this year, and have had the opportunity to design and create unique artworks.

Year 7 have spent this school year developing their drawing and design skills in art. They have explored the artists Charles Demuth, Angie Lewin and Rowan Leckie and explored the topics of the Formal Elements of Art, natural forms and architecture.

Year 8 students began the year by exploring the world famous movement: Pop Art and investigated the different techniques that these ground-breaking artists used, including repetition processes used by Andy Warhol and the comic book style of Roy Lichtenstein. They have also explored the sculpture work of Alberto Giacometti and created their own sculptures out of foil, wire and plaster.

Year 9 students have completed two very different collaborative installation pieces that have been put on display in the end of year art exhibition inspired by the artist collective Chim ↑Pom and Louise Nevelson.

Year 10, who have just begun their GCSE art journey, started off the year by experimenting with materials in a more in-depth way, including different methodologies of drawing, painting and photography. In Term 3, the students started work on their GCSE portfolio project under the theme ‘Identity’ and have all created unique and interesting responses to this topic. This topic has given students the unique opportunity to look within themselves and create artwork that is truly expressive of their individual personality.

Year 11 students have completed their GCSE in Art and Design after two years of very hard work, with truly fantastic results. Each student has shown their unique point of view and talents through the creation of an impressive portfolio of work.

This is also the first year that the externally set art exam has returned since 2019 and that, whilst stressful, it has brought out a new creativity in each of our students. All of them have grown as artists and I am very proud of their achievements.

Year 12 have got off to a flying start in art. Their outcomes have all been highly personal to their culture and identities as artists and are truly representative of the multi-cultural school that we are.

Year 13, our first graduating cohort of students, have spent the year working hard to complete their A Level Art & Design courses and experiencing their very first set of

formal examinations. Each student has created a truly unique personal portfolio of work and it never ceases to amaze me how art can take so many different forms. They have created a variety of work in each of their specialisms that is a reflection of their personality, skills and ideas.

This has been the second year since 2019 that Hartland has put on the Hartland International Art Exhibition. It has been a true honour to present the artwork from all of our students for viewing by the school community to celebrate their achievements.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS

The 2022-23 academic year has been a hugely successful year for the Business and Economics department, which has seen our subjects continue to grow in popularity with students, as well as the successful introduction of IGCSE Economics for the first time at Hartland.

Our budding economists in Year 10 took their first foray into the world of economics, studying many of the underlying key principles of economics including the economic problem, supply and demand and elasticity. Furthermore, students have learned about the differing types of economy and the positive and negative externalities resulting from production.

Year 10 business students in the first year of the IGCSE Business course learned about the various forms of business and how they are established, as well as how the business environment provides opportunities for, and imposes constraints on, the pursuit of business objectives. Additionally, students focussed on the role of people in organisations and considered the importance of effective trade relations and communication in helping to motivate those involved in or working for the business.

The final year of GCSE Business for Year 11 students focuses on three key areas: business finance, marketing and business operations. Students developed an understanding of the importance of these essential functions of a business and the major role they play in the success or failure of any business. In preparing for their GCSE exams, students’ efforts have focussed on becoming more analytical and evaluative in their approach to studying small and large businesses. They can be very proud of the progress made this year.

Students of BTEC Business in both Year 12 and Year 13 have continued with their detailed investigations and research into the world of business. Year 12 students have completed Unit 1, comparing successes of two contrasting businesses, and Unit 10 which introduced the students to the practice of accounting and the recording of financial transactions. Year 13’s focus and determination to complete the course has been admirable. They have completed their work on Unit 2, designing a marketing campaign, and Unit 5, international business, while displaying great depth, insight and business knowledge.

Year 13 Economic students have also diligently prepared throughout the year for their final A-Level exam. The first three official exams have seen students achieve outstanding grades and put themselves in a fantastic position prior to the final exam. They have been a pleasure to work with.

Finally, we were once again delighted to provide Year 10 and 12 business and economics students with the opportunity to complete the Financial Empowerment course through KFI Global. This is the second year we have run this fantastic initiative at Hartland and intend to continue to provide this opportunity to students going forward.

COMPUTING

Once again, we’ve had another wonderful year of learning within computer science here at Hartland International School. Students continue to be exposed to a diverse curriculum where they can extensively explore their computational thinking and logical processing skills, whilst having lots of fun.

Primary

Year 3 & 4 students began explicitly learning about computer systems and developing skills using networked computers and shared areas. Using Scratch Junior, year 3 were formally introduced to computer algorithms and were able to code a program to simulate plant growth. Similarly, using Scratch, Year 4 students created an interactive maths quiz using selection, scoring variables, timers, and sound loops.

Year 5 students have been introduced to the Kodu game lab development environment, and in year 6 students have been looking in depth at the Scratch programming language. They explored new skills in each of the languages taught, learnt how to follow, translate and debug algorithms, before applying all these skills to create playable games.

Key Stage 3

In years 7 & 8, students were challenged to learn text based and circuit-based programming. Year 7 learners started coding using Small Basic and Make Code Arcade, whilst the Year 8 students got to experience circuit-based coding using Flowlab and control system algorithms using Flowol; producing wonderful programs that highlight their inquisitiveness and creativity. In year 9, students studied CPU architecture, the basics of assembly language programming, networking basics and logics gates, and the Python programming language.

GCSE & A-Level

GCSE computer Science students have been working hard to embed academic knowledge and practise advance programming skills. Whether it be comparing the relative merits and features of the different searching and sorting algorithms, or coding pure functions using parameters and validation, students have been demonstrating their passion for coding and the practical application of computational concepts.

A-Level Computer science students have been pushing boundaries even further, investigating a plethora of complex and abstract concepts such as vectors, objectoriented programming, functional programming and much more.

Competitions

For the first time, selected year groups took part in the world recognised “BEBRAS” challenge. An online problem-solving challenge that tests computational thinking and logical reasoning skills. We are delighted at just how well all the boys and girls did.

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

In Design & Technology we teach students from Year 2 all the way up to Year 13 in our workshops. Students get to experience using our CAD software and technical drawing in the Design Studio, machinery in our workshops and cooking skills in our Food Technology room.

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

PRIMARY

Primary Design & Technology has run with a wide variety of projects and skills on offer. Year 2 used mixed media to produce some jellyfish decorations and had their first introductions to the sewing machines for their dinosaur egg product. Year 3 created some beautiful felt key rings and some creative block Bot characters. Year 4 were introduced to Techsoft Design in our CAD studio and the laminating process when creating their wooden clocks and have and have focussed on sustainability when creating their ugly dolls. Year 5 have concentrated on design and mechanisms when creating their cams toys and have been introduced to surface decorations and dyeing techniques. Year 6 started the year learning about 1 and 2 point perspective and ended by experimenting in TinkerCAD and 3D printed cookie cutters ready for their food lessons.

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY SECONDARY

Throughout secondary students have been working on a variety of skills and processes including the use of our CAD/CAM software and machinery. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Techsoft Design, laser cutting and vinyl cutting are just some of the CAD/CAM tools used this year. Students have used woods, metals and plastics across the key stage with machines including the use of the vacuum former and pewter casting, along with our usual workshop tools and machinery. Students have learnt about mechanisms, levers and linkages and different drawing techniques.

Creativity has been a focus in Year 10 with students producing unique and bespoke products through a mini-project and moving onto focused tasks like creating bottle openers and vacuum formed packaging. In Year 11 students have completed their coursework, completing a variety of practical tasks. Several students got to use our new router, some opted for the CNC router, with most student’s 3D printing or laser cutting at least some parts of their work. Along with the research, design, and evaluation sections this makes up 50% of their final grade for their GCSE. The Sixth Form have also been busy with their coursework, with our first group of Year 13’s doing an amazing job with a variety of projects.

DRAMA

It’s been a fantastic year in the Drama department. Every week we have welcomed students from Year 4 to Year 13, and they have explored the world by studying a wide variety of topics through drama, from environmentalism to Dreamtime Stories and Vikings. Students in KS2 and KS3 have developed core drama skills, such as the use of story-telling conventions, physical theatre and characterisation, as well as being introduced to a variety of genres such as Commedia Dell Arte, Melodrama, Wayang Kulit, Performance Poetry, Greek Theatre and Musical Theatre.

In KS4 and 5 students have worked diligently to meet the criteria for their formal GCSE and A Level assessments; we have seen monologues, group performances and even taken a trip to Dubai Opera’s West Side Story, to see how the professionals do it! In enrichment time, we have also had record numbers of students preparing for and sitting their LAMDA examinations. Congratulations and well done to everybody who has been involved in drama lessons, performances and activities this year!

ENGLISH PRIMARY

From the Stone Age to the Vikings, from the Amazon to Antarctica, students have travelled the world in their Primary English lessons this year. Core texts have guided their exploration and enabled them to step back in time, discover new places and see the world through the eyes of a diverse range of literary characters.

Each unit of work begins with developing a love of literature, and so reading and ‘book talk’ form an essential part of each unit of study. Alongside this, students are taught key reading skills such as retrieval and inference, and as their reading ability develops, they are encouraged to consider the author’s vocabulary choices, how mood and atmosphere are created, as well as the grammatical features of different genres. Core texts are then used to inspire creative writing.

In Key Stage 1 this year, students have developed their storytelling skills by writing their own versions of traditional tales, including Jack and the Beanstalk and Little Red Riding Hood. As well as this, they have enjoyed creating their own narratives using story boxes and drama to stimulate ideas. In Key Stage 2, students have been exposed to a wider range of literary genres with more complex story structures. ‘The Iron Man’’ by Ted Hughes, ‘The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane’ by Kate DiCamillo, and the picture book ‘The Arrival’ by Shaun Tan are just three of the wonderful texts that students have been enchanted by. Through these stories, they learn a range of authorial techniques, including dialogue and figurative language, which they have used when writing extra chapters, alternative endings and their own versions of the texts studied. Non-fiction writing units deepen students’ understanding of writing to inform, rather than entertain. In Key Stage 1, students are first introduced to the organisational features of instructions and reports, where they learn how these are used to guide the reader. They then apply these features in their own writing, whether fact files, non-chronological reports or recipes.

In Key Stage 2, students develop their understanding further by studying how language affects tone and style, and by the time they reach Years 5 and 6, they explore the use of formal vocabulary.

Throughout the year, students are taught about the grammatical conventions of different genres, and frequent writing opportunities in both English and the wider curriculum enable them to develop and hone their writing skills. Over the year, our students have composed truly innovative and accomplished pieces of writing, many of which sit proudly on display around the school. What a wonderful year in Primary English!

Ms Sarah Coyle

ENGLISH SECONDARY

In KS3 English our aim is to introduce students to a diverse collection of literature. This year has been no exception. We have travelled the world through rich and immersive stories. Each of our units are grounded in The Big Question, which encourages students to think beyond the text. We endeavour to equip them with powerful knowledge and help them explore and realise the links between reading and writing. English at Hartland gives students the capacity to find their own voices.

In Year 7 we started the year with Our Castle by the Sea and The Island at the End of Everything. Both texts allowed the students to formulate their own ideas about the past and how characters are made relatable and engaging by writers. During term 2 under the theme of Journeys of Discovery the students dipped their toes into a Shakespearean play, The Tempest. They researched the life of William Shakespeare and began to explore his use of language and structure. Moving on to non-fiction texts the students explored travel writing and created their own travel vlogs based on our text, The Children of Swallow Fell by Julia Green during our unit on Growing Up. We finished the year with the opening of our Culture Café which allowed the students to explore a range of poetry and tackle some bigger questions about the factors that shape who we are and what we believe.

The Year 8s have the confidence of being firmly settled in the secondary school so they can jump straight in with the exciting story, The Bone Sparrow. The students examine how writers present marginalised people in different societies around the world. For their own writing they created diary entries from the perspective of a refugee child. After the holiday break the students started the unit titled Imagining the Future where they read Macbeth and learned about his tragic flaws, followed by the dystopian novel Animal Farm. In the final term of the year, students embarked on their final unit of study, Conflict Poetry, where they have explored the conditions of the First World War and how men used poetry as a form of escapism.

Year 9 students have developed a range of skills and they are beginning to look at texts in a critical manner. The year began with a study of the Supernatural as the students travelled back to the early 19th century for an exploration of Jekyll and Hyde. They explored how writers compel, frighten, and create tension. Students used the text as inspiration for their own pieces of epistolary writing. In the second term, poetry was the focus with the overarching theme of Outsiders. The students re-visited the literary techniques of poets and studied a mini anthology of relationship poetry. The final term, students were introduced to the units of their IGCSE English Literature course of study. Within the theme of Subversion and Rebellion they began their exploration of Romeo and Juliet.

Third Chapter Thursday

This year the KS3 students have taken part in Third Chapter Thursdays. They are introduced to the third chapter of a new book each week, as we all know this is when a story really gets going! They have kept a scrapbook of reflection to record their reactions and ask questions about the story. It has been exciting each week being able to explore a new destination, a new character, and a new experience.

GIFTED AND TALENTED

International opportunities

The theme for this year’s Trust for Sustainable Living annual essay writing competition was how could young people be encouraged to follow a green career. Our pupils had lots of excellent ideas which centred on better education, better financial incentives and better awareness. The essays submitted were once again of a high standard and Hartland received a number of honourable mentions and finalist nominations. Alina Ryburn, Gauri Nair and Tandie Kimunguyi all made the top 10 and represented Hartland and the UAE at the TSL International debates in June.

Where there’s a will, there’s a way. It’s been another fantastic year for pupils undertaking additional challenge and showcasing their talents. From STEM to debate, maths to environmental activism, Hartland pupils have pushed themselves to achieve their best.

Local and national opportunities

With the removal of all Covid restrictions, our interschool events were back with a bang this year with multiple visits to other schools taking place. Debate, mathematics, art and STEM challenges have been well-represented, and it has been wonderful to see our pupils embrace the academic challenges presented as well as collaborate with their peers. A particular success was one of Key Stage 2 debate teams finishing as Runners-up in the Jumeirah Primary School debate competition. Gauri Nair, Alina Ryburn and Aeriella Piennar all spoke eloquently and passionately about a range of topics.

A very popular event was the Year 2 Maths Challenge day hosted at Hartland. It was the only opportunity offered for Key Stage 1 pupils and was hugely popular – so much so that we had to do it twice and ask another school to cohost it so that everyone could attend.

The Emirates Literature Festival events were once again popular. Oliver Varoczi in Year 4, Gauri Nair in Year 5 and Sofia Sroya in Year 7 impressed the judges with their heart felt poems in the semi-final rounds and we had a number of teams participate in the English Chevron Readers’ Cup competitions. It is wonderful to see so many pupils enjoying literacy-based activities.

Mrs Rachel Munif

This year we were able to offer more opportunities in coding. For the first time, Hartland pupils entered the online BEBRAS challenge which focuses on logical and computational thinking tasks. Meanwhile, the Young Coder’s Competition proved popular with primary pupils with a number of teams designing educational games focussing on STEM careers using the Scratch block coding platform.

Thank you to the pupils whose curiosity and passion for learning never ceases to amaze me. It is an absolute pleasure to work with them and see them grow. A deserved thanks goes to the Hartland teaching staff who challenge and guide our pupils and encourage them to achieve their potential. And finally, to our parents, whose support from home is always appreciated. I look forward to seeing what the next academic year brings.

GEOGRAPHY

“The study of geography is about more than just memorising places on a map. It’s about understanding the complexity of our world, appreciating the diversity of cultures that exists across continents. And in the end, it’s about using all that knowledge to help bridge divides and bring people together.” Barack Obama, 2012.

The 2022-2023 academic year has been another successful one for the geography department, and we are delighted with the enthusiastic and proactive approach demonstrated by our aspiring geographers. Here are some of the highlights from this year in our department:

Year 7 students have been exploring the impact of food miles, delving into the social, economic, and environmental impacts of food production and transportation. Alongside this, they have been developing invaluable map skills that will serve them well throughout their geography education. In Year 8, students have been studying the impacts of globalisation. They have examined the spread of global brands, the rise of transnational corporations, and the increasing interdependence of economies worldwide. They have explored the positive and negative impacts of globalisation on local cultures, including the loss of traditional practices and the introduction of new ideas and technologies.

Year 9 students have been delving into the complex topic of global conflicts, with a particular focus on blood diamonds and the role of natural resources in fuelling conflicts around the world. They have examined the exploitation of diamonds in war zones and the efforts of the international community to regulate the diamond trade and prevent the financing of conflicts. Students have also had the opportunity to learn about other examples of conflicts, such as water and child soldiers, and their role in fuelling conflicts in other parts of the world.

In Year 10, students have been studying coastal landscapes and the formation of landforms such as cliffs, beaches, spits, and bars. They have explored the various processes that shape these landscapes, including erosion and deposition, and have studied how human activities, such as coastal development, can impact these environments.

We are thrilled to see our students engaging in meaningful and thought-provoking lessons as part of the geography curriculum. We firmly believe that geography plays a crucial role in developing a deeper understanding of the world and its complexities, and we are proud to provide our students with a strong foundation in this important subject.

HISTORY

We are very pleased to report that the History Department has had an incredibly active year, providing a full and exciting programme of learning for our students across all age groups. As a department, we are eagerly anticipating our first ever A-level history results and cannot wait to see the outcome. Additionally, we studied the history of Islam across Key Stage 3 for the first time, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all of our students. Overall, it has been a fantastic year and we are delighted to see the enthusiasm and hard work displayed by so many of our students.

In Year 7, we began our students’ secondary history education with a thought-provoking series of lessons that explored the question ‘What is history?’ The students looked at various topics that included an exciting archaeological exploration of a Viking burial site. It was a fantastic year that allowed our students to develop their historical knowledge and their analytical skills. In Year 8, our students started with a study of the Tudors, a period that saw Britain rise to global trading importance. As the year progressed, we shifted our focus to the time of the Industrial Revolution, a time of enormous transformation that shaped the modern world. Our Year 9 students finished their Key Stage 3 studies with a year exploring the two World Wars and their profound influence on the 20th and 21st centuries. We congratulate our students for their engagement and hard work that has been exemplary.

We started the year with the brilliant news that last year’s IGCSE cohort achieved a wonderful set of examination grades and we are delighted to report that this level of achievement has been emulated by both Year 10 and 11 students this year. Their dedication and perseverance are great to see and their achievements are well deserved.

As a department, we are immensely proud of the completion of our first A-level cycle. We are confident that our students’ hard work will be justly rewarded, and we eagerly await their results. It has been a pleasure to see excellent academic growth across the Sixth Form and we look forward to helping them towards further success in the future.

INCLUSION AT HARTLAND

Another incredible year within the Inclusion department began with welcoming Ms. Cahill, Ms. Costello and Mrs. Oganessyan to our Primary Inclusion Team. In our Secondary Team, Mrs. Wallace joined the Enhanced Learning Centre and Mrs. Myers joined our English Language Learner department. Their skillset and experience have widened the support for students here at Hartland.

The first of many new opportunities for students began with the Unified Sports programme. In October the students took part in Unified Rugby and in January it was time to try out Basketball. The students not only enjoyed the experience but demonstrated their leadership, listening and social skills during the events. There were lots of smiles when the medals were awarded and discussions taking place about how we can host a session here at Hartland. Watch this space!

The positive start in term one continued with our DSIB inspection where the grading of Inclusion went up from Good to Very Good. An achievement the whole school are extremely proud of but particularly the Inclusion Team. The drive and determination of the team was acknowledged, and the impact of this is clear to see across the school in the student’s provision and progress.

Whilst we have welcomed and see the success of new initiatives, we also ensured the existing ones have remained. Our termly parent engagement sessions have always been well attended and this year parents were able to meet individual members of the team to understand the support on offer for their child. There were sessions based on Nessy, Learning Village, how to support your child at home and weekly parent English language sessions.

It has been a productive and busy year for our multilingual students. At Hartland, we value the benefits of belonging to a multilingual community and celebrate the fantastic achievements of our ELL students. It is inspiring to observe our students learning alongside their peers and taking part in coaching sessions to develop not only their use of language at a social level but also at an academic one.

Congratulations to the ELL students who were very successful in competing in Literacy Planet’s ‘Word Mania’ global completion. We were proud to see students’ progress through each competition round. Although our teams were small, our year group teams were placed in the top 100 in each competition. This achievement was even more notable as there were thousands of students taking part globally.

Inclusion is at the heart of Hartland and whilst we are extremely proud of the achievements of the students this year, we look forward to next year and continue to strive for the best for all our students.

MATHEMATICS PRIMARY

The use of information technology to aid learning is encouraged, and this year, students in Year 1 and Year 2 enjoyed using the program NUMBOTS with students in Years 2 to 6 using the Mathletics program. Congratulations to all the classes who earned the highest points each month. Throughout the year there has been a vast array of fun and exciting Maths events and competitions. We started in November with a selection of Year 5 and Year 6 students taking part in the “Primary Maths Challenge” 2022. All students did extremely well, however, a mention should be given to Annika Baberwal, Chloe Ping, and Zoe Gong who performed at a very high level and Seohyun Nam, Allen Wang, and Sophie Gerashchenko competed in the bonus round in February and attained a silver or gold award.

As an enriched activity several students this year signed up to compete in the KENKEN competition. The following students reached the national stage Seohyun Nam 19th place, Annika Baberwal 9th place and Haoran Wang 4th place. An amazing achievement.

To celebrate “World Maths Day” in March students consolidated their mental agility skills by competing in the live mathletic event. Well done to all the students who partook in the world’s largest online mathematics events. An opportunity to recite the pi numbers took place during Maths Week 2023. Gauri Nair who was able to recall an incredible 211 digits in order. The outright winner across primary and secondary was Seohyun Nam who listed an unbelievable 355 digits!

Furthering maths skills, on the 21st of March students had the opportunity to dress up for the day as musicians and compete in the second Hartland “Rest of the World Rocks” competition. Students loved outperforming other students across the globe by demonstrating their ability to solve multiplication and division facts at speed.

Year 3 students also partook in a ‘mathathon’. This involved developing formal written methods of addition and subtraction at speed over several weeks. It was great to see the winner of each maths group show off their numeracy skills during the live finale.

Finally, in June a select number of students were given the opportunity to compete in the First Maths Challenge across Years 2, 3 and 4. This involved problem solving and logistical thinking.

MATHEMATICS SECONDARY

It has been a busy year in Secondary mathematics this year. Our first ever A Level cohort has completed their course and we hope for a successful finish to their Hartland school careers. Our students have competed in the Dubai Super Maths League and finished an outstanding 3rd place in the emirate. We have had an increased number of students competing in the various UKMT challenges and Olympiads across all year groups, claiming a record number of certificates. The mathematics department has continued to grow as well, welcoming Mr Murray to the team back in August and we continue to build on making the subject an enjoyable experience for all students, supporting, and encouraging them to do the best they can.

Students in Key Stage 3 have been working in all four areas of mathematics. They have been learning about how to find the volume of the prisms used to build a rocket for STEM week, using statistics to prove whether there are trends between heights and IQ, problem-solving using percentages to find the best deals in sales and seeing how algebra can be used to set up equations to solve real-life problems.

Key Stage 4 students have been starting to build towards their IGCSE and AQA Further Maths Level 2 qualifications. Pupils have stepped up to the harder challenges of problem-solving in 3D with trigonometry and Pythagoras, solving complex equations involving quadratics, looking at limits of accuracy for speeds of runners and, using probability to find the chance of selecting sweets from a tin.

Our top students in the Sixth Form have been working extremely hard in trying to understand many complex ideas and concepts and have been using technology to model spirals with parametric equations, discovering whether a vehicle will roll back down the hill depending on how steep the slope is and seeing how statistics can help prove the claim of companies on whether their product can actually improve someone’s health.

We also had a very impressive feat of memorising the digits of pi on March 14th. Students from all year groups were invited to demonstrate their ability and many students took up the challenge. A lot of students managed to get at least 50 digits but the Secondary winner was Parvathy Nair with 233 digits!

MEDIA STUDIES

Our Hartland Media department continues to grow. Media Studies engages students in the in-depth study of media products in relation to the four areas of the theoretical framework: media language, media representation, media industries and media audiences. The GCSE Media students have explored a wide range of media products looking at selection and construction of media. In Year 10 they learn a new vocabulary to use when analysing media artefacts. They begin to understand how the media manipulate meaning and the importance that it plays in our everyday lives. In Year 11 the students explore a range of prescribed case-study products and critically examine the context in which they were produced and how meanings are constructed through a selection of signs and symbols.

In Year 12, students begin to explore a range of critical theories from Marxism to Hesmondhalgh. The students have been encouraged to question the role of the media and examine different aspects of gatekeeping and censorship. The Year 12 students engaged in theoretical debate and discussion whilst exploring media products outside their normal viewing patterns. The year 13 students have viewed, evaluated and analysed a variety of media products. They have developed practical skills spanning a range of media forms. They have explored contemporary, diverse and engaging content to influence their own ideas and products. The students have independently created a cross-media product in response to an AQA set brief. The fully realised products have been solely devised by the students. The products demonstrate their understanding of the framework and the digitally convergent nature of the media.

Beyond the Curriculum

The A-Level students used their practical skills to create a short film to celebrate International Women’s Day. The film titled, Voices explored the idea that all women have a voice and although it is easier for some to find and express their voices, all women have something to say!

MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES

In the Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) department we are always keen to share our knowledge of different languages and cultures with students. This year has seen us return to normality and we were all driven by the passion we share, languages. We know that knowing a language is a unique talent that helps not only to interact with other people but to also immerse ourselves in new cultures. We aim to have sparked the same curiosity in students, as this is an exceptional skill that every pupil should be able to develop throughout their life. The students have been a joy to teach and they have delighted us all with their enthusiasm and verve for language learning.

In Key Stage 3, students had the opportunity to study two languages. They could choose between French, Spanish, German, Italian or Mandarin. At this stage the language is often a new one for them and they are encouraged to learn the basics. Not only were they focused on building their vocabulary, they reviewed different grammatical structures that are essential if they want to continue languages through to IGCSE level. They were encouraged to use different tenses and to incorporate more complex grammatical structures to their work.

Key Stage 4 students were given the tools to voice their opinions in more detail and to review more complex topics such as the environment, recycling and the world of work. They were also taught how to be more independent in their learning and to revise key vocabulary and grammatical structures on a regular basis at home.

We have many students who opted to study languages at A-level, and we have enjoyed introducing them to French, Spanish and German literature as well as more complex grammatical structures. It has been a joy to see them develop into skilled linguists, so far this year students have learnt more about the countries linked to the languages they are learning and the different cultures of world.

This year we have continued to offer monthly competitions for the students to enter. The competitions have ranged from worldwide language competitions across BSME schools to an in-house speaking competition. Next year the languages department are looking forward to offering even more competitions!

MORAL EDUCATION

Moral Education at Hartland is a dynamic and engaging curriculum that instills global values in our students. At Hartland, we seamlessly integrate our Moral Education lessons into all aspects of school life, aligning with the Hartland Way. Our Moral Education curriculum is built upon four pillars: Character and Morality, The Individual and the Community, Cultural Studies, and Civic Studies. From Year 2 to Year 12, our students wholeheartedly embrace these lessons through discussions, debates, and presentations, which are woven into the fabric of our school culture.

Primary

In the Primary years, our students have exemplified our values through various projects and activities. In Year 2, students learned about different types of traditional storytelling before listening to examples of Emirati stories, and finally created their own traditional stories. In Year 3, students delved into the significance of teamwork and collaboration, creating stunning pieces of art that showcased their collective effort. Year 4 students examined what threats are facing the environment and came up with meaningful ways to protect our Earth. In Year 5, students explored the historical trade routes of gold, spice, and silk, examining their impact on global trade. Year 6 students explored what it means to have empathy and how we can show respect to people whose viewpoints differ from our own.

Secondary

As our students progress into Secondary, they continue to develop the skills and knowledge gained in their earlier years. In Year 7, students delved into the importance of health and lifestyle, understanding the connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In Year 8, they learned about the emergency services in our city and how to contact the appropriate municipality department in different situations. Year 9 students engaged in lively debates on social identity, challenging stereotypes and biases. Year 10 students researched and discussed the importance of financial education, and the skills required to be an entrepreneur. Year 11 students explored issues of inequality, whether at an individual or regional level, through research and debates. Finally, in the Sixth Form, students delved deep into conflict resolution, recognising that diverse perspectives can both cause and solve personal, national, and international conflicts.

Throughout these lessons, our students have shown remarkable engagement and energy, demonstrating their commitment to becoming responsible global citizens. We are proud of their achievements and their willingness to address challenging topics with maturity and open-mindedness. The values of benevolence, collaboration, self-belief, and social responsibility are deeply embedded in our students’ hearts and minds, evident in their actions of raising funds for local charities and supporting our school’s support staff. We are confident that the lessons learned in Moral Education will continue to shape our students’ character and guide them towards a brighter future as compassionate and responsible global citizens.

SOCIAL STUDIES

The UAE Social Studies curriculum at Hartland is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of history, geography, and civics, with a focus on the connections between diverse groups, people, science, and society. Aligned with UAE national priorities and the Dubai Strategic Plan 2023, our students are encouraged to become responsible citizens and residents of the UAE, contributing to the building of a cohesive society that values inclusivity and preserves the UAE’s rich culture, heritage, and traditions.

This year has been particularly exciting for Social Studies at Hartland, as we celebrated significant events and achievements in the UAE, including the 51st National Day, preparation for COP28 and the Year of Sustainability. These events have been incorporated into our curriculum, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the UAE’s past, present, and future.

Our Primary and Secondary students have shown remarkable dedication and hard work in their Social Studies lessons. In addition to learning about the UAE’s heritage and culture, they have also developed key skills such as map skills, statistical skills, analysis skills, and research skills, which will serve them well in their future education.

In Primary, Year 5 really delved deep into the systems and organisations that allow the UAE’s society to flourish, including the role of the courts, social groups such as charities, religions, and clubs, and the constitution itself. A highlight in Year 3 was creating sculptures of UAE landmarks ranging from the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to Fujairah’s Al Bidyah Mosque, to the Fish Roundabout in Um Al Quwain. After carefully painting their sculptures, they then placed these in the correct location on a map of the country.

In Secondary, one of the highlights was the Year 8 debate on the Ancient Dynasties of East Asia, where students conducted extensive research, wrote persuasive arguments, and practiced their debating skills. The quality of their debates was outstanding. Another highlight was in Year 10, where students researched the life of His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, discovering his notable achievements in developing the UAE’s economy. Well done to all our Secondary students for an interesting year!

Overall, it has been a fantastic year for Social Studies at Hartland School. We are proud of our students’ achievements, and we look forward to continued growth and success in the years to come. Congratulations to all our students for their exceptional work in the UAE Social Studies curriculum!

MUSIC

Primary

Music Choral Music

It has been a very busy and exciting year for Primary Music classes. All year groups have been really focusing on their singing skills and learning the correct breathing techniques with appropriate warm ups and learning how to stand correctly when performing.

Year 1 have been exploring different percussion instruments and learning the difference between Beat and Rhythm while also learning to recognise crotchets and quavers. Year 2 have been busy learning how to write notes, the instruments of the orchestra and learning about music from different countries around the world. Year 3 have been excelling at their Ukulele playing mastering the chords of C, G and F major and A, D and E minor playing songs such as ‘The Wellerman’ and ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’. Year 4 have been reading and writing from the treble clef and perfecting their recorder skills. Year 5 have been mastering the violin putting their learned musical elements into action and also learning about Opera. Year 6 have been learning how to play the keyboard and can read the notes on both the Treble and Bass Clef and can play pieces using both hands simultaneously. They have also been studying Musicals and have completed a project on Careers in Music.

We are looking forward to more musical fun in the next academic year!

Secondary Music

This year in music, our Year 7 to Year 9 students, have studied our usual combination of Western classical, pop and music from around the world units that cover 500+ years of musical history.

We have focused a lot more on technology and following the end of covid restrictions have been back in our Mac room creating music. Years 8 and 9 have both been using Garage band to create music for Film, as well as electronic music and Ternary composition. We have also re-introduced keyboard as an instrument, and year 7 and 8 have both been improving their keyboard skills to improve their playing ability and make it easier to access other parts of the curriculum. In our exam years, we have growing numbers following the Edexcel GCSE course and we were particularly excited to launch the A Level Music Technology course this year, which will continue to grow over the coming years.

Our main focus for ensemble this year has been on the school’s two main choirs, the Primary choir which has grown to a strength of 80+ students from years 3-6 and Hartland Voices, our Staff and Parent Choir. As well as the main performances in school, both of these groups have also performed at the Spring Fair for both Hartland and Centre for Musical Arts (CMA). The Primary Choir were also invited to perform at the Christmas Choir festival at Repton School and the Dubai LitFest Big Sing. It has been incredible to see both these groups grow and develop throughout the year.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

It was another extremely positive year for PE at Hartland, with students improving their physical literacy, health and sporting knowledge throughout the year. We welcomed Mr Pearson and Mrs Murray to the teaching team, as well as Mr Adair and Mr Cottam who joined in supporting roles.

Our Foundation Stage students made an excellent start to PE at Hartland, taking to all activities with vigour and enthusiasm. Curriculum swimming was also a huge success for our youngest students who built their water confidence throughout the final term.

Students learned a variety of team and individual sports throughout the year, whilst also developing opportunities to improve their knowledge of teamwork and leadership. Highlights included the lifesaving unit, which brought real life learning into the curriculum, as well as the always popular basketball block in the third term.

With certificated classes running across GCSE, BTEC and A Level, our senior students worked hard over the year, aiming to emulate the excellent results of last years cohort.

PSYCHOLOGY

As the academic year comes to an end, we would like to take a moment to reflect on the studies covered by the Psychology Department. Each year group delved into different aspects of psychology, developing their understanding, and sharpening their analytical skills.

Year 10 students were introduced to the concept of memory and explored how it works, including the various factors affecting recall. Building on this, they also covered the topic of development and how humans develop from infancy to adulthood. Students then engaged in an introduction to research methods, covering the different types of studies and their designs. Finally, the year group rounded off with the perception of different stimuli and how they are processed both accurately and inaccurately.

In Year 11, students explored neuropsychology, investigating the relationship between the brain and behaviour. The Psychology Department then turned their attention to psychological problems and issues surrounding mental disorders such as Phobia, Anxiety, and Depression, and how these can be treated. The year group then looked at social psychology, studying how they relate and interact with others. Finally, they covered language, communication, and thought, examining how language impacts our perception of the world.

Year 12 explored several approaches to psychology, such as the biological, cognitive, and psychodynamic approaches. The department also dove into research methods and covered a wide range of techniques and statistical ideas used to analyse data. Students then looked at Attachment and how it develops, before moving on to memory and the models of retrieval. Social influence and how they shape our perspective was also studied. Finally, the year group concluded with a detailed study of psychopathology, working on the identification, causes and characteristics of psychological disorders.

Our final year group, Year 13, opened with a recap of the different approaches to Psychology, examining how they have evolved over time. The department then utilised their experience of research methods to help the year group to develop their ability to design and carry out research that meets scientific standards. This year group turned their attention to forensic psychology, examining how psychologists can contribute to the field of justice. Relationships were analysed and the issues and debates that exist in the psychology community were outlined. Finally, the year group ended on the topic of Schizophrenia, exploring the symptoms and potential treatments.

Overall, we have worked hard to ensure that every year group has covered a significant range of materials and gained an understanding of Psychology that will be of great value to them. We are proud to have had the challenge and the opportunity to have taught this amazing group of students.

SCIENCE

PRIMARY

At Hartland, we prioritise scientific inquiry as the foundation of our Primary Science curriculum. This focuses on developing our young learners’ scientific curiosity and understanding. Through engaging hands-on explorations, observations, and investigations, we aim to cultivate children’s scientific literacy, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities. This encourages them to ask questions, make predictions, conduct experiments, analyse data, and draw evidence-based conclusions about the natural world.

This year, the students have watched with enthusiasm as the UAE have pushed the boundaries of human achievement in space with their involvement in the SpaceX Crew6 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Our children have been fascinated to follow the experiences of Sultan al Neyadi, who is the second Emirati astronaut to travel to the ISS. Through regular vlogs, Al Neyadi has been able to share in real time the importance of space exploration and demonstrate some of the crucial research being undertaken. The theme of space continued during the Year 5 excursion to the Emirates Literature Festival, where the children were lucky enough to hear Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a renowned British space scientist. Her dynamic presentation inspired the children about the wonders of the universe.

Beyond the classroom, science is integrated into all aspects of school life. This is evident in our broad range of STEM activities offered as part of our enrichment programme. The students have enjoyed science-based activities in Eco Club, Young Scientists, Formula Ethara, Coding Club, Early Robotics and many more; thus, ensuring that science is woven into the fabric of our school culture, fostering environmental awareness, appreciation for nature, and a sense of wonder about the world around us. This establishes a solid foundation for future science learning, preparing children to become informed and responsible citizens who can contribute to real-world problem-solving through scientific inquiry.

SCIENCE SECONDARY

We are so proud of the progress our secondary classes have made this year; from exam results to investigative skills, they have shown a real enthusiasm and skill for the subject. This year students have been exposed to several different learning techniques, including presentations, peer teaching and practical discovery learning. They have really enjoyed the variety and have grown in confidence over the past year.

We welcomed three new teachers to the department this year, Mr Johal in Physics, Mrs Roberts in Biology and Mrs Chowdhury in Chemistry. It has been fantastic to watch the team grow and give extra support and guidance to our young scientists. Students across Secondary school were once again given the opportunity to develop their understanding of our outer universe during our annual Space Week. Students were able to complete various engaging activities throughout the week including building a sustainable city on Mars, and a Space quiz interform competition.

We also launched our first STEAM week in March which brough Science, DT, Art and Maths together. As this year has been another exciting year for the UAE in the Space race, we decided to have this as a focus for the week. Students used their lessons in these subjects to plan, build and launch a rocket. They were able to develop their skills of forces and streamlining as well as learning about the modern propulsion techniques used in Space crafts today.

We were extremely excited about continuing the CREST awards this year. The CREST award allows students to explore different areas of science not seen in a classroom and get hands on experience of being a scientist. Through the bronze, silver and gold programmes students achieve awards which can go towards their future UCAS applications and are seen highly by top universities. Many thanks to Mrs Mahmud for leading on this event.

As a department we would like to wish the best of luck to our exam classes, we commend their hard work and determination. We have a number of Year 13 students who are going on to pursue further education in science related subjects, this is always an excitement for a teacher and we cannot wait to see them become future scientists.

F1 IN SCHOOLS

In addition to the F1 teams, this year’s competition also features our first 4x4 In Schools team known as Ascensio.

All teams have this year completed a variety of portfolios to highlight their, research, design process and technical skills developed along the way. The team has also taken part in assemblies and other public events to raise awareness of the competition and attract sponsorship.

Overall, the F1 in Schools Challenge is an exciting and highly competitive event that showcases the capabilities of young students and raises awareness of the importance of STEM education.

Primary – Formula Ethara

The Formula Ethara enrichment has been extremely popular in Design and Technology this year. Throughout the year student have created their own race team and brand. Students then battled to see who would represent Hartland at the Formula Ethara professionals’ competition at Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi. The students presented their team, logo and car to the judges and then raced their model cars on the Formula Ethara test track to see who had the winning engineering and reaction times. On the day team Ghost Racers and team Sun Racers made the top of the podium and secured their places for the professional competition where they will battle against other schools from the UAE.

Due to the high demand for the Formula Ethara enrichment and only limited places available the Design and Technology team decided to host a Formula Ethara day for STEM week. All year 6 students worked in teams to create their racing brands in one morning, working tirelessly to produce design portfolios including a team logo, team uniforms and car designs, their engineers had to be extremely focused to produce their teams race cars in the allocated time slot. All students were then given the opportunity to test out their teams’ race car and their own reaction times on the formula Ethara test track later that week.

Key Stage 3

The F1 in Schools Challenge is a global STEM competition that aims to encourage young students to participate in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The competition involves designing, building, and racing miniature Formula One (F1) cars using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM).

The competition is designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students aged 9 to 19. It involves a series of regional and national competitions, leading to the world finals, hosted by different countries around the world. This year our teams compete in the national finals in Abu Dhabi. The competition features two F1 teams, Riptide and Spearhead, who have worked tirelessly to design, build, and test their cars using CAD CAM technology.

JUNK KOUTURE

It has been an exciting year for Junk Kouture at Hartland International School, we started the year with preparations for Alayna to represent Hartland and the UAE in the first ever Junk Kouture World finals which were held in Abi Dhabi on 11 January 2023. Alayna, along with 35 teams of designers and models from around the world took to the catwalk at Etihad Arena to showcase their sustainable fashion. Hartland teachers along with the Junk Kouture enrichment students attended the fashion show to cheer on Alayna on her catwalk debut, students were clearly inspired by what they saw as four teams managed to gain a place in this year’s UAE Abu Dhabi finals:

Nabeela and Aisha – Oceana

Amira and Isobel – Broken Records

Jemma – Glimmer

Yasmeen and Mikayla – Love and Death

Yasmeen’s design ‘Love & Death’ (modelled by Mikayla) wowed the judges with its interesting construction and its message;- “We love the earth but we keep doing things to kill it”. Yasmeen and Mikayla will now have the honour of representing the UAE, along with the other Abu Dhabi finalists in London this coming October. Mikayla will hit the Catwalk at the Ovo Arena in Wembley alongside 60 design teams creations from Paris, Dublin, Abu Dhabi, Milan, London and New York. We wish the girls all the luck in their preparations for this exceptional opportunity, and a huge well done from everyone at Hartland International School on this fantastic achievement.

UAE 51ST NATIONAL DAY

To celebrate the 51st UAE National Day, students and staff arrived at school dressed to impress in their beautiful traditional attire or in the brilliant colours of the UAE National Flag. This special occasion was celebrated across the whole school, including both primary and secondary. The day was a true reflection of the UAE’s rich culture and traditions, with students taking part in a range of activities and performances that showcased the country’s heritage.

The celebration started early in the morning, as 1,400 students gathered for the formation of the number 51 to mark this special occasion. Students learned about the history and culture of the UAE through various activities, such as storytelling, art, music, poetry recitals and traditional Emirati dances. They enjoyed engaging in the carousel events on sports field, ranging from camel and falcon viewing, to participating in the traditional Emirati dances, visiting the live cooking station to experience the taste of UAE and getting creative with henna and face paints, which added to the celebratory atmosphere of the day.

This year, Rashid Al Nuaimi and Ahmad Al Hammadi planned and hosted our National Day assembly, which included the recitation of the Quran, key facts about Emirati food, history and the future of the UAE. Primary students also showcased their outfits during our very own catwalk fashion show on stage to close this very special assembly The atmosphere created during the day was incredible. Therefore, I would also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our Emirati parents for their kind and generous contributions towards making this day so special. Also, a huge thank you to our Hartland Friends for planning and delivering the arts and crafts activities in the reflection garden for students in the primary phase. Finally, many thanks to our dedicated staff and our amazing students who participated and made the day a great success.

The day was a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the UAE’s rich cultural heritage and traditions, as well as a chance to show respect and appreciation for the country and its people. It truly was a memorable event and I look forward to celebrating the 52nd UAE National Day.

INTERNATIONAL DAY

I am excited to share with you the highlights of our International Day event, which was a great success! This special occasion brought together 95 nationalities and cultures, celebrating the diverse and vibrant community at our school.

The day was filled with a range of activities and performances that showcased the different cultures and traditions of our students. From traditional dances and songs to food tasting and cultural presentations, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The school was decorated with flags and posters representing the different countries, creating a festive atmosphere that truly celebrated the spirit of togetherness and unity. Our students were proud to share their own cultures and traditions with their classmates and teachers, while also learning about new cultures and traditions from others. The highlight of the day was the parade, where students dressed up in traditional clothing and marched together, waving their country flag and cheering with pride. It was a truly special moment, showcasing the diversity and unity of our school community. International Day is always a favourite day of the year for our students and staff, we come together as a community and celebrate the rich cultural tapestry of our school. The students had an enriching and enjoyable experience learning about different cultures and traditions, sampling various cuisines, and engaging in cultural performances and activities throughout the day.

I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to the Hartland community for their participation and support during our International Day celebration. The event was a resounding success, and it would not have been possible without everyone’s active involvement. I was delighted to see parents from various nationalities, dressed in their traditional attire, and enthusiastically sharing their cultures with the students. The support and generosity from the parents was remarkable and truly appreciated!

Also, a huge thank you to all the following students, parents and staff who performed at the assemblies. It was certainly one of my favourite days of the year.

•  A Classical Indian Fusion Dance by Parvathy Nair and Gauri Nair (Year 10 and Year 5)

•  Semi Classical Dance by Nandini Nambiar (Year 13)

•  Mix Nuts by Miruka Miyauchi (Year 9)

•  Free Cover Venezuela Diveana Mix by Destiny Isabella Moreno (Year 12)

•  A Taste of Ireland by Miss Cashman, Miss Ward, Mr Rixon and Mrs C O’Dwyer (Hartland Teachers)

•  Re Piya and Deewani Mastani Bollywood song by Mrs Lalwani (FS and Year 5 parent)

•  Chi fermera’ la musica Italian song by Mr Pignataro (Year 4 parent)

•  Jai Ho Bollywood Dance by Mrs Gandhi (Year 2 and Year 5 parent), Mrs Hotchandani (Year 2 and Year 5 parent) and Mrs Chinni (Year 5 parent)

•  Tanoura Dance (a much-appreciated contribution from our Egyptian parents)

•  Chinese Lion and Umbrella Dance (a much-appreciated contribution from our Chinese parents)

•  Dohl Player (a much-appreciated contribution from our Indian parents)

Also, a massive thank you to the masters of the ceremonies Avi Kapur and Melina Garaud in Year 13. As always, the students, parents and staff were exceptional and together we created memories that we will treasure forever. I am already looking forward to planning and celebrating International Day 2024!

Shahida Ibrahim

SPORTS DAYS

Sports Days were an overwhelming success this year with incredible displays of effort and comradery throughout the school. Once again, we were extremely grateful to parents and family members for their attendance and for helping to create such a positive atmosphere.

In Foundation Stage the children demonstrated an array of jumping, hopping and throwing skills to rapturous applause. Furthermore, they were quick as a flash on the running track, hurtling into the arms of their waiting parents.

Primary students competed as part of the House Cup, covering 10 different events over the course of their morning. The overall title was contested right down to the last day, with the eventual victors claiming the trophy by the tightest of margins. Our congratulations go to Creekside.

Secondary students made the trip to Dubai Sports City for their event, competing outside of school grounds for the first time. Taking advantage of the 400m track and outstanding facilities, each house battled across multiple disciplines, sending school records tumbling. The capacity crowd were in fine voice, cheering home relay teams until the final few metres. Mushrif were crowned the overall champions, wrestling the trophy away from Safa.

LIBRARY EVENTS

We have enjoyed all sorts of bookish related visits and fun this year, from our BookWorm Book Fairs to trips to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature. We took a record number of students from Primary to listen to Waf’a Tarnowski, Onjali Q Rauf, Dr Maggie Aderin Pocock, Ben Miller, Philip Reeve and Rianna Pratchett talking about their careers, their books and their writing lives. We were delighted to welcome Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear and The Lost Whale, to school. She entertained us all with tales of animals and her journey to becoming a successful author.

Not long after the LitFest, we celebrated World Book Day. The school was transformed into one huge book, peopled with a vast array of characters from everyone’s favourite book. Mrs Ibrahim won the SLT RA Team competition by reading aloud to the most children throughout the day.

While World Book Day is a fun and special day, we try to ensure that at Hartland, every day is Book Day and the libraries have never been busier lending and reading books.

Mrs Mary-Rose Grieve

CAREERS AT HARTLAND

As another year draws to a close, it is apt that we reflect on what a great Hartland career year it has been.

Our strong focus on career learning, career exploration and employer engagement continues as we empower our students to become more self- aware , more inquisitive, more resilient and more readily and successfully able to recognise and access opportunities as they arise.

Career learning seemed more attainable this year with the withdrawal of covid restrictions. We were once again able to engage in person with the outside world of work and were delighted to welcome many of you to speak at our career exploratory sessions - Wake up to Careers. Being able to host in- house Career Fairs offered our students a first-hand opportunity to engage with university representatives, ask relevant questions and obtain essential information to make informed decisions. An in-person university visit to Birmingham University Dubai, allowed our Year 12 students to experience campus life and attend a real life lecture, inspiring many of them to reflect on their own higher level aspirations.

Above all, this year will be remembered as our first year of university applications. Our Year 13 students armed with confidence, courage and excitement, searched across the globe for institutions to meet their aspirations and satisfy their ambition. These aspirations and ambition have seen them receive offers from varied and top educational institutions across the world. It has been a pleasure to watch them grow and mature over the past year and provide stalwart role models for their peers. We wish them luck, as they transition to third level whether in the US, Canada, Italy, Holland, UK, UAE or Australia. We look forward to following their pathways as they engage with higher education and ultimately, the world of work and we will always be ready to welcome them back to Hartland to share their successes.

As always, a huge thank you to you our Hartland Community for your unwavering support in offering your time and expertise to our students. The depth of expertise, knowledge and willingness to share is truly amazing and no doubt contributes in no small way to how our students approach decision making and choice.

CHARITY COMMITTEE

As we come to the end of another academic year, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the wonderful charitable initiatives that have taken place at our school this year. I am proud to have led the Charity Committee alongside Mrs White, who has worked tirelessly to organize a variety of fundraising events and activities throughout the school year. From bake sales and collections to non-uniform days we have raised a significant amount of money for various charitable organizations and causes. We were honoured to give 22,000 AED to Emirates Red Crescent, in order to support the ‘Bridges of Giving’ campaign, following the devasting earthquakes in Syria and Turkey. 7,000AED went to the Emirates World Wildlife Fund to support nature initiatives across the UAE. Finally, 42,000AED went to the Al Jalila Foundation, to support the research and treatment of breast cancer.

Each event brought together students, staff, and parents from our school community and showcased the incredible talent and generosity of everyone involved. In addition to our fundraising events, we have also organized a number of volunteer opportunities for students to give back to the community. These opportunities included volunteering in Year 1 and FS, as well as organizing charity drives to collect clothing, food and supplies.

Finally, the Charity Committee have supported the school and local Sobha community, by gifting festive and Eid hampers throughout the year to show our gratitude and thanks for all the work they do to support us each day. During the holy month of Ramadan, the students also filled fridges of food to gift to the different support workers to truly give back to the most deserving.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the students and staff members of the Charity Committee for their hard work and dedication, as well as all the students, staff, and parents who have supported our initiatives throughout the year. Your contributions have made a significant impact in the lives of those in need, and we are grateful for your generosity and compassion.

CHORAL MASTERCLASS

On the 28 to 30 April 2023, 24 Hartland students joined with 100 other students from 10 different schools from across the UAE to participate in ‘A Choral Masterclass with Rob Johnson’. Rob is a London based professional conductor who is also the choral manager of the BBC Singers.

Over the course of two and a half days, the students put together an incredible programme of warmups, rounds and whole group performances that entertained and amazed in equal measure. The focus was on trying to develop the student’s entire performance, so not only were there part songs and rounds, but the students were also coached on how to stand correctly, breathing exercises as well as projection and how to work as a team. The final performance on Sunday afternoon showcased the work they had done, including six solo performers who had worked with Rob during the course of the weekend.

One of the students selected was Katrianne Maglantay of Year 5, and her final performance demonstrated what incredible talent she has when it comes to singing. The concert finished with photos and goodbye hugs, and although incredibly tired, all the students had a fantastic time. It was incredible to see how much they developed over such a short space of time, as well as creating memories that will live with them for a lifetime.

ENRICHMENT

Enrichment and after school activities have been an integral part of a student’s educational experiences at Hartland International School. These programmes have provided students with a wide range of opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build relationships with their peers and teachers. In this section of the yearbook, we celebrate the successes and opportunities that our school’s enrichment and after school programmes have provided to our students.The launch of a wider range of enrichment activities such as Dragons Den, Dinosaur Palaeobiology, Young Architects, Tech Savvy Kids, Table Tennis and Eco Club have proved to be tremendously successful. The ever-popular enrichments such as Animation, Junk Kouture, Formula Ethara, Young Journalists and Basketball continue to be in demand when sign up goes live.

STEM related activities have also been very popular, such as Coding, Robotics, and Young Scientists. These activities have sparked curiosity and ignited a passion for STEM in our students, whilst developing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.In the sporting arena, our students have had the chance to participate in a range of sports activities throughout the year, including Basketball, Netball, Football, Rugby, Swimming and Athletics. Not only have these activities provided students with a chance to stay active and develop their physical abilities, but they have also fostered important teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. In the performing arts arena, our students have explored their artistic talents through various activities such as Choir, Musical, Ensemble, Ukulele, Ballet and Drama. These activities have allowed students to express themselves creatively, build confidence, and develop important social skills. LAMDA club, for example, has allowed students to explore their creativity and develop their communication skills through acting. Additionally, our 39 performing art students successfully completed their LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) with outstanding results in April 2023. The Young Journalist club has given students the chance to learn about journalism and hone their writing skills.

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all our students, staff, and our external partners (Oasis Sports, The Eons Academy, Champions Karate Academy, Meydan Golf, The Logix Engine, Dance Project, Athletics in Schools, Al Habtoor Polo Club, Ski Dubai and Chess Knowledge) for their passion and the contribution they have made to what has been another very successful year of enrichment at Hartland Inter national School.

Overall, the enrichment and after school programmes at our school have been a great success, providing students with a wealth of opportunities to learn, grow, have fun and enhance their overall experiences at school. We are proud of our students’ achievements and look forward to continuing to build on these successes next year so that our students can pursue their aspirations and dreams.

Golf

The Hartland golf enrichment program took place each Thursday through the year at Meydan Academy and Driving Range. It was an excellent opportunity for students of all abilities to learn and develop their golf skills while enjoying the benefits of physical exercise and social interaction. This year, a group of students from Year 2 to Year 6 undertook a series of lessons, conducted by experienced coaches, who guided the students through the basics of golfing techniques, and helped them improve their swing and accuracy. It was a pleasure to see the progress the children made each week as they practised using drivers, irons, chipping and putting. Some had never played the sport before but were confidently striking the ball a few weeks later. Others already demonstrated great potential but were able to benefit from the small group size to receive personalised coaching. It was a great experience for the children and I hope they will maintain their interest and develop their skills in the sport in the future.

Horse Riding

In the Autumn and Spring terms of this year, a group of keen Year 4s, 5s and 6s took part in weekly horse riding lessons at the prestigious Al Habtoor Polo Club. Each week the lessons were split into two parts: horse riding skills and the care of horses. Upon arrival at the club house, we would get ourselves geared up for the session by donning our jodhpurs, riding boots and a riding hat for safety. Throughout the lessons, the children were able to form friendships with their four-legged counterparts and it was lovely to see the excitement on many of their faces when they were paired with the same horse week after week. In the initial lessons, children were learning to hold the bridle correctly, sit with the proper posture and walk with confidence. However, by the end of the Spring Term, many children were able to trot independently without a groom to lead them and were controlling the horse’s movements on their own. Equally, within the stables, the pupils relished the opportunity to un-tack the horses, wash them down with the hoses (without getting too much water on each other!) and groom the horses using a range of equipment. In September there were a few children who were extremely nervous of approaching the horses; it was a joy to see the positivity of these pupils grow throughout the months. Some children changed from not being able to touch the horse to riding with self-assurance and grooming the animal completely independently. I am sure that many of the participants of this enrichment will continue on to enjoy further lessons as a result of having an introduction to this wonderful sport at school.

Ski Dubai

We are excited to share with you our experience with Ski Dubai and their school ski lessons. Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort located in the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai, offering a unique winter experience to our students at Hartland. Their school ski lessons provide a fantastic opportunity for our students to learn and improve their skiing skills in a fun and safe environment. Over the past three terms, many of our students have attended regular ski lessons at Ski Dubai, and we have seen great progress week-on-week. The lessons are designed to cater to all ages and skill levels, with experienced instructors guiding our students through mastering control and movement safely down the slopes. Our students have been split into groups based on their age and experience level, allowing them to learn and progress at their own pace. All students have been introduced to skiing through a fun but challenging environment with the opportunity to learn more advanced techniques and move up the slopes. The ski lessons at Ski Dubai have not only provided our students with a new and exciting experience but have also helped to develop important life skills. The lessons have taught our students to be patient, persistent, and to work collaboratively with others. They have also helped to develop confidence and resilience, as students have had to overcome fears and challenges on the slopes. We are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made over the past three terms, and we look forward to seeing their continued improvement in the future. The school ski lessons at Ski Dubai have been an excellent addition to our curriculum, providing our students with a unique and enriching experience that we believe will benefit them both now and in the future.

Thank you to Ski Dubai for providing our students with such a fantastic opportunity, and we look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.

CONCERTS

Tuneful Tuesdays

Throughout the year, we have had a large number of students perform at our Tuesday morning recitals welcoming fellow students and their parents to school in the area outside the school canteen. The talent on show has been amazing and it has been pleasing to see so many students complete their first performance at Hartland in these morning recitals.

Performing Arts Picnic

This year we have seen our successful series of outdoor recitals grow, offering students a more formal way of performing. The performances have been incredibly varied, with many students showcasing the performances they have just completed or about to complete for their LAMDA or ABRSM/Trinity performance exams. The standard keeps improving and we are looking forward to their continued growth.

Winter Concert

To end Term 1, as is tradition at Hartland, we held our winter concerts over 2 days in the last week of term. All students in FS1 to Year 9 were invited onto stage and the varied performances we saw were amazing. They were ably supported by our ensembles, including the Primary Choir, Hartland Voices and premiere performances from our Secondary ensemble and Secondary Pop group. Over 1000 students performed across the two concerts to the delight of both audiences.

FS2 Summer Show The Gingerbread Man

The Foundation Stage Summer Show, featuring the classic tale of the Gingerbread Man, was a delightful event that showcased the incredible talents of our youngest learners. FS1 made a special guest appearance, kicking off the show with their enchanting voices and two delightful songs. Their confidence and enthusiasm were truly remarkable as they fearlessly performed in front of a large and captivated audience in the school theatre.

Meanwhile, FS2 took centre stage as they transformed into a magnificent farm choir, narrators, and the lovable characters from the Gingerbread Man story. Their performance was a true testament to their bravery, as they embraced their roles with confidence and brought the story to life with their vibrant voices, dancing and expressive acting. Throughout the entire show, the children demonstrated remarkable resilience, never wavering in their commitment to give their best. Their engagement was simply amazing, as they captivated the audience with their infectious energy and genuine love for performing. It was truly heart-warming to witness their growth and development as they embraced their individual roles and worked together as a team.

We are immensely proud of our young performers and can’t wait to see what other incredible accomplishments they will achieve in the future.

SPORTS TEAMS

This was another record-breaking year for Hartland Sport, with more teams and students than ever proudly playing for Hartland. With more than 70 teams representing the school, covering more than 400 students across 12 different sports, it truly was an unforgettable return to the full sporting calendar.

Term one made for an incredibly busy start with football, netball, basketball and swimming all beginning across different age groups. The U19 boys’ and girls’ basketball squads were in fine form, achieving winning seasons while our primary football teams were promoted to the highest level of competition. As the weather began to cool, there were also seasonal debuts in cross country and aquathon, where Hartland claimed numerous individual and team victories.

The second term brought cooler weather and a full season of competitive outdoor sports. Athletics teams were in action, with Hartland well represented at the DASSA individual and team finals. There were also winning seasons for the U8 and U11 rugby teams who performed admirably in the championship league. It was also a busy term for netball with teams competing from U12 to U19 level across different divisions.

As always, the third term was extremely popular, with basketball teams for boys and girls competing from U8 to U14. Alongside this, our swim squad continued to compete at the highest level, qualifying for the Division A Hamdan finals, while our senior squad competed in the DASSA league across all three terms. Our newest addition to the sporting calendar was water polo, with teams playing competitively across U13 and U15 for the first time.

Thank you to all students and families for making this year so memorable.

HAPPINESS AND WELLBEING

There are many ways in which we support the wellbeing of students here at Hartland International School. As is well researched and documented, robust mental health is the cornerstone of flourishing, leading to higher academic achievement and stronger interpersonal relationships.

Alongside the close working relationships between students and staff and our bespoke PSCHE programme, we have continued this year with our Peer Mentoring support, targeting either new students who are learning English for the first time, or those needing additional social skills practice and a listening ear. The Upstrive App has been an additional tool, packed with useful strategies and the opportunity to become more emotionally aware.

There are times when a student may require personalised counselling support, whether as an individual or in a group. Common reasons for this support include anxiety, peer group relationships, circumstances outside school, overwhelming emotions and schoolwork. This year we have been delighted to welcome Mrs Lou Lynton to our team. Mrs Lynton comes with a wealth of experience with a background in both social work and inclusion provision and many students have already benefitted from her expert care and advice.

Once again this year, we have had the privilege of a close working relationship with Lighthouse Arabia, one of the leading mental health and wellness clinics in Dubai.

Supporting the wellbeing of our students is the responsibility of families and school staff working together, and the utilising of high-quality external resources can only enhance this support.

Lighthouse Arabia have delivered several well attended inperson parents talks on pertinent topics such as ‘What to do when your child worries too much’ and ‘Parenting the I-Generation’, stimulating robust discussion and much food for thought.

In addition, our upper secondary students have been fortunate to have been part of equally interactive presentations by experts in the field, supporting their wellbeing with ‘Your Mind Matters’ and ‘Overcoming Test Anxiety’.

We look forward to continuing this partnership in the future, as we support our students and the Hartland Community.

PARENT ENGAGEMENT

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Behind every child who believes in themselves is a parent who believed first.

This year we are thrilled to have been able to welcome the growing community of parents back into school to take part in some truly amazing events and to finally, once again, witness the smiles behind the masks as the parent community comes together in support of the school and their children.

We also welcomed back our very own parent body, Hartland Friends, which has now been reformed after a long absence due to Covid 19. The interim committee eagerly began to rebuild the community connection with an outstanding breakfast spread for Teacher Appreciation Day, and after the planning of other fabulous events throughout Term 1 and 2, we are thrilled that they were all happy to continue in their positions for Term 3 and will carry on into next academic year.

Our parent community is now thriving at Hartland and we have been blown away by the acts of kindness, generosity and sheer numbers of you who have turned up to assist in various events including Pink Day and Spring Fair, as well as involve yourselves in charity drives and in general support of the school. At Hartland, we know that you are all an essential component of our school community and it is wonderful to see parent engagement flourishing as an outcome of everything you do.

HARTLAND FRIENDS

At the beginning of the academic year parents met together with the hope of rebuilding the Hartland Friends with the shared enthusiasm and belief in creating a successful parent association. Since then the Hartland Friends committee has continued to grow and develop, running a busy social calendar, supporting whole school events and starting new initiatives for the parent community.

One of the Hartland Friends greatest achievements this year and one we are immensely proud was the start of our Preloved Uniform Shop. By setting up a second hand uniform shop we are supporting recycling and sustainability whereby uniforms are re-worn and waste is reduced, whilst being convenient for parents to pick up a bargain.

Charity remains a major focus for the Hartland Friends and our aim is to always support the school’s charitable work and fund-raising whether it is through major school events like Pink Day or through providing volunteers to run bake sales throughout the year.

Our initiatives and events throughout the year such as Teacher Appreciation Day, Mother’s Day Breakfast, The Spring Fair and the whole school End of Term Parties would not run without the tireless work of the Hartland Friends Committee and the volunteers that dedicate their time to help. Our heartfelt thanks goes out to those who continue to support us.

HARTLAND SPRING FAIR

As we bid farewell to another fantastic school year, we would like to take a moment to reflect on one of the most memorable events organised by our amazing Hartland Friends - The Spring Fair. The fair brought together our entire school community for a day filled with laughter, excitement, and joy.

The atmosphere was electric as families, teachers, and students gathered on the school field creating a vibrant ambiance. The hard work and dedication of our amazing Hartland Friends, staff, and parent volunteers were evident in every detail, making the event an enormous success. The Spring Fair showcased a wide array of activities and attractions that catered to all age groups throughout the school. From charity stalls to engaging games and challenging competitions, there was something for everyone. Students delighted in bouncing on inflatables, testing their patience at hook a duck, and trying their luck at various game booths. The joyful laughter and smiles of our young students were infectious, truly reflecting the spirit of togetherness and camaraderie.

Mouthwatering aromas filled the air as families indulged in an array of delectable options, from classic carnival snacks to international cuisine. The food and stall vendors, many of whom were parents and local businesses, added an extra touch of community flavour to the event. As we strive to instill a sense of creativity and artistic expression in our students, the Spring Fair included a dedicated arts and crafts area. Children eagerly participated in face painting and art workshops, allowing their imaginations to run wild. We were also thrilled to have stall holders, selling various homemade creations.

Live entertainment was a highlight of the fair, with talented students and staff performers taking to the stage and showcasing their musical, dance, sports and dramatic skills. From melodious musical performances to captivating dance routines and theatrical presentations, our students’ talents shone brightly, leaving the audience in awe and applause. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all the Hartland Friends volunteers, parents, students and staff who contributed their time, effort, and resources to make the Spring Fair an unforgettable experience. Your dedication and commitment were instrumental in creating a day that will be cherished by our students and their families for years to come.

RAMADAN

As the school year ends, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on our community’s participation during the holy month of Ramadan. Our school hosted an iftar in the Reflection Garden for Hartland families and staff, where we provided a delicious spread of food and drinks for all to enjoy, as well as providing an opportunity to learn more about the significance of Ramadan. It was heart warming to see students, teachers, and families come together in celebration and support of our Muslim community.

In addition to hosting the iftar, we also organized the Ramadan Fridges to help those in need during the month of Ramadan. Our students and families donated non-perishable food items over the course of the week, which were distributed to support staff and the workers within the local Sobha community.

We also encouraged our staff and students to help to prepare and distribute food made in the local kitchens in DIP district. This gesture of kindness and gratitude helped to foster a sense of community and inclusion within our school and made us all truly appreciate how grateful we should all be to have comfortable lives.

We are proud of the way our school community came together during Ramadan to show support, compassion, and generosity towards one another. We believe that these actions demonstrate the values of empathy and kindness that we strive to instil in our students at Hartland.

DEBATING AT HARTLAND

Debating has continued to flourish throughout this academic year and there is so much for our debaters to be proud of in both competitions and their enrichment.

Debate with Hart offers a weekly session where students can work with new people across year groups and discuss topical issues that they are interested in. Discussions ranged from the removal of historical statues to climate issues and our reliance on technology. It has been a pleasure watching the participants develop in confidence and skill as they craft their tone of voice, hand gestures and research methods to perfect their arguments.

I have been particularly impressed with students’ ability to handle rebuttals and think spontaneously in response to their opposition’s argument. Despite the difficulty of this, everyone has vastly improved as the year has progressed.

The return of our homegrown international competition saw 72 teams from 30 different schools and 13 countries take part in what was a very exciting and memorable competition. Hartland were proudly represented in both age categories by four fantastic teams of students – these were made up of both speakers and researchers who worked perfectly together to build intelligent, compelling, and persuasive arguments. The teams competed in several rounds, some prepared and others unseen, with schools from all over the world. I am proud to say that many of them have now formed friendships with other competing students proving the international networking provided through the competition.

One of our Key Stage 3 teams made it to the semi-final where they unfortunately missed out on the final by a very small margin. They should, however, be commended on their efforts in competing graciously and effectively. It was a pleasure to watch them debate, and I cannot wait to see them reach the final next year. Both of our older teams, made up of students from Key Stage 4 and 5, were successful in reaching the semi-final, and one team even progressed to the grand final! This is still something that makes me beam with pride and joy for their wonderful achievement. A special mention to the students who made up this team: Chaeli-Jade Pienaar, Jenin Al Shalabi, Amy Butt and Gautam Nambiar.

The whole competition was a wonderful experience, and it is very exciting to know that Hartland are leading the way in developing debating on a global stage.

Across this year the school has also taken part in the ongoing Dubai Debate League. This has been a fantastic opportunity to showcase our debating skills against other schools in the emirate and experience some face-to-face debating. We are excited to continue our involvement in this competition next year and learn from the experience of other schools and teams in the region.

YEAR 6 VISIT FROM LANCHESTER EP SCHOOL

At the end of February, Year 6 warmly welcomed twenty-four Year 5 and 6 students from Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School, which is in the north east of England, to Hartland. This was a second visit from Lanchester school which saw them visiting the UAE with new students to learn more about its Islamic culture and rich heritage. The students were keen to learn about life in the UAE as well as explore the wonderful city that we live in. As part of the visit, students visited Hartland to observe the life of a student studying in the UAE.

Upon arrival, the students were greeted in the school auditorium which both the students and teachers alike from Lanchester marvelled at. They were wowed by the sheer size of the room and the children felt privileged to sit on the comfortable chairs as opposed to the benches they sit on at their own school for assembly. Mr Maynard then introduced himself and the Year 6 teachers to our visitors and gave them a brief plan of the day as well as a short history lesson on Hartland. At the end there was even a quiz for the children to compete in.

After the students had been introduced, they were divided across six Year 6 classes. The children were then taking on a tour of our facilities at Hartland. Highlights of the tour for the visiting children included the library, the drama room and the DT workshop. However, the star attraction had to be the school swimming pool. Although there was no time to dip our toes in on this visit, there is always next year. The students then headed off to their classrooms for a carousel of activities including Art, ICT and Arabic. We even managed to squeeze in a huge game of dodgeball!

Hartland and Lanchester students alike were disappointed when it was time to say goodbye, although friendships were made that we hope will continue for a long time. Our guests were a pleasure to host, and their visit led to an enriching experience for all. The shared values of both schools including ‘Respect’ and ‘Friendship’ were displayed by all the children and it was a pleasure to welcome them back to our school.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Primary Student Leadership at Hartland

As we approach the end of the academic year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the importance of student leadership at our school. At Hartland International School, we believe that student leadership is essential in preparing today’s learners for tomorrow’s leaders.

Our students have had numerous opportunities to develop their leadership skills throughout the year. Whether it was through participation in school councils, leading assemblies, representing the school at competitions and events, or taking on roles in enrichment activities, our students have shown a commitment to taking on responsibility and making a positive difference in their school community. By fostering student leadership, we are preparing our students to be confident, creative, and responsible citizens who can make a positive impact in their future careers and communities. These skills are vital for success in the 21st century, where innovation, collaboration, and leadership are highly valued.

At Hartland International School, we are proud to provide our students with a range of leadership opportunities, enabling them to develop key skills such as problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and decision-making. These skills are essential for both personal and professional growth and will equip our students with the necessary tools to succeed in their future endeavours. The Primary Student Leadership Team is comprised of the Executive Student Leaders (Head Boy, Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl and Deputy Head Boy), Class Representatives, Charity Committee and House Captains. Together, they represent the student voice across primary, contributing to the continued development and success of our school. Primary Student Leaders always impress me, as they are eager to lead with enthusiasm, passion, dedication, energy and are committed to their role as leaders. I am immensely proud of each one of them and would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank them for their leadership and for being my Dream Team.

I am excited to see all our students continue to grow and develop as they move on to the next stage of their education, knowing that they have the skills and confidence to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Secondary Student Leadership at Hartland

There is a prevailing understanding that experiences in school leadership have a direct impact on student outcomes. Student leadership means that students take active roles in their school community and develop positive skills in the process. The goal of inspiring student leaders is to create a culture of ownership, collaboration and community in the classroom and beyond.

At Hartland International School, we provide students with the opportunity to represent their form, bringing to leadership meetings suggested improvements or concerns raised by the student body. The House Teams have elected House Captains who encourage their houses to participate in competitions and events such as Hartland’s Got Talent, Cultural Photography and Debating competitions. At the top end of the school the Head Boy and Head Girl represent Hartland at various Parent engagement evenings, lead on whole school assemblies and support the enrichment programme for younger secondary students leading Philosophy club. Earlier in the year, the Secondary school Leadership Team also held a breakfast morning with the principal where they asked some challenging questions in attempts to better understand the rationale behind school decisions such as uniform but also to improve the student experience by developing a garden in school to support Hartland’s Green Initiatives. Hartland also has a team of Year 11 prefects who have developed a range of initiatives over this academic year such as an ‘SOS’ Team which support students who are new to the school and start mid-way through the year and may need a friendly face in those early days and those who have supported Hartland’s Eco-Warriors, being involved with enrichment, at making sustainable products for the Spring Fair and helping younger students prepare for CAP28 (Climate Ambassadors Programme), a simulation of COP28, which took place in May.

It is important to recognise that leadership qualities can be displayed in a wide variety of contexts that might be at the micro-level (for example, our SOS Team) or on a more macrolevel as described above. At Hartland we believe each of our students possesses the potential to lead at all of these levels if they are given opportunities to do so.

FS1 SUNBIRD

Ms Dowling, Matvey Mokhov, Hasti Zamanian Zeinali, Sahana Srikanth, Sianna Kazikkis, Ela Nazari, Advika Pratihasta, Anayah Taylor, Nao Onozuka, Oliver Wherry, Kota Yamamoto, Can Soydemir, Emiliia Kurmakaeva, Safiya Marat, Orkid Mohd Syakeer Razin, Zane Na Takuathung, Himari Furukawa, Yana Wazni, Lia Coricovac, Eli Khan, Arthur Braasch, Ms Villasis Missing from photo: Zeynep Unal

FS1 SANDPIPER

Ms Doherty, Leano Sekwena, Olivia Habib, Sofia Valiati, Auguste Cueilhes, Layan Shawky, Kylie Chedid, Jax De Schryver, Purvansh Bahety, Anastasiia Romanenkova, Osuke Yagi, Dasol Lee, Celine Simah, Mateo Jazic, Gazelle Al Neama, Rashid Qatatsha, Aaron Gros, Scarlett Preddey, Zaina Maadleh, Liam Nicholson, Ms Belleza Missing from photo: Tasmay Keshri

FS1 FALCON

Sun, Yuhan

Ms O’Keeffe, Yanëlle Laloupo, Jovelle Colaco, Amir Negm, Kairi Shimabukuro, Keisuke Manabe, Lori Furukawa, Milou

Zhang, Theo Sanchez Munive, Iker Barclay Guerra, Aadya Verma, Riana Patil, Mason Deplessis, Liam Rossouw, Perla Borielli, Uygar Uran, Amelia Mohammed, Alyzeh Nair, Adam Hanoueh, Raiqa Nasuha Muhammad Redzuan, Mrs Factor

FS2 KINGFISHER

Patel, Hissa Khalid, Ivan Rodriguez Sidorovich, Kenan Abdelal, Avin Rasouli, Konatsu Yokohara, Arthur Robinson, Cassius Myers, Aishwarya Lalwani, Jiya Jayakrishnan, Haruto Sukegawa, Kairi Takiguchi, Sepehr Mahmoudi, Jad Raghni, Anahera Bhalla, Evelyn Monahan, Mrs Aseguardo

Ms Fitzpatrick, Isaiah Fernandez, Tayo Hargreaves, Rahma Omar, Duru Bella Buyukkara, Senai Mussie Imnetu, Alexandre Tiberghien, Jirin

Missing from photo: Caroline Ma

FS2 ROBIN

Ms Murphy, Niamh Devaney, Sophia Mahmoudi, Sarah Sophia Sandoval Fuentes, Massimo Siblesz, Memphis Coerman, Fadi Kadiri, Luna Taylor, Anvi Bath, Khalid Abuhamdeh, Yanis Haba, Emory Sama El Hage, Lena Sonmez, Mason De Schryver, Sofie Kerrison, Kaito Iseki, Jack Murray, Layla Fairbairn, Xiaen Yang, Zakariyya Chand, Veronika Mironovich, Mrs Reyes

Missing from photo: Artem Manannikov , Anastasia-Petra Popescu, Raika Suzuki

FS2 SHEARWATER

Ms Laura Etherington, Nicolas Puertas Montel, Jeyvan Suchowa, Tamara Badr, Ruby Elgamal, Kevain Shakeel, Kaede Marumoto, Flora Masci, Raya Ahmedi, Yahya Darr, Leo Huelamo Lee, Zara Regina Binti Mohd Asyraf Reduan, Tara Galvin, Tej AbhiRam Ponugoti, Alex Khoury, Beatriz Valente, Samara Shah, Aadyot Singh, Elias Romeih, Lia Tahamtan, Elliot Miller, Jana Taleb, Leonardo Aloush, Ms Corazon Jovero

Missing from photo: Lada Kolmakova

FS2 PELICAN

Ms Jones, Henry Goode, Jawad Kara Ali, Youssif Hamouda, Nene Nagaoka, Miki Sumigaki, Gabriele Sandoni, Mohammad Chaaban, Nina Da Lozzo, Zaid Maadleh, Dmitrii Nogovitsin, Evelina Osmanova, Lucas Hughes, Kye Schmidt, Sofia Car olina Gerritsen Muiños, Tara Simrin, Grayson Peet, Kian Xavier, Amina Gubaeva, Wannuo Tang, Selena Jerjoes, Daniel Damian, Ayla Elshafei, Mrs Magano

FS2 HERON

Ms Lavery, Asia Ricciutelli, Paola Gabrijelcic Sarturi, Vihaa Hiten Mehta, Dario Movahed Pour, Tony Sakr, Yandiswa Sekwena, Aminat Laleva, Arjun Ravaliya, Zach Roberts, Amelia Tellis, Aoife Murray, Yunwoo Kim, Naim Logrono, Ema Kulic, Daniel Cavanagh, Rose Khoshkbar, Delfina Isetta, Daniil Kokorin, Zoe Obaba, Leo Sharov, Mila Atamaca, Ms Mahilum

Missing from photo: Nishan Johal

FS2 SKYLARK

Ms Taylor, Rayan Ogla, Harriet Murray, Maximiliano Isetta, Ethan Madden, Esmé McCormac, Eli Blackbourn, Allegra Dossi, Omer Filber, Riaan Burgess, Uliana Zizianova, Aariz Asyraf Faruq, Kaan Kazymi, Aaradhya Jha, Kenuja Karunanayake, Aimi Sofia Noguchi, Lena Koç, Henry Sadler, Nazly Mostafa, Mila Boopathiraj Tislenko, Elyas Murad, Ms Catacutan Missing from photo: Zain Awan, Celia Taygur

YEAR 1H

Ms Diver, Vaidik Abbi, Mann Jadav, Miriam Ajaray, Lemar Asseel, Aeesha Marat, Lina Shinohara, Kosuke Manabe, Ethan Kidanemariam, Mikhail Ushakov, Carmel Geffen, Katerina Georgiou, Stepan Lere-Pland, Rory Kerry, Ruby Gore, Olivia Vielleville, Nathan Cavanagh, Taksh Sunny Bablani, Line Harych, Alicia Grantseva, Ata Atmaca, Nikol Senko, Rajvir Rathor e, Isaac Umarov, Yuan Nam, Taahira Shobande, Mariam Abughazaleh, Ms Nassuuna, Missing from photo: Nihal Johal

YEAR 1R

Ms Moran, Samar Goel, Natalia Lalcekova, Mykhailo Hloba, Elisa Bor ges Lima, Daniyal Khan, Parthenia Ibrahim, Polina Ignatova, M ia Rani Sharma, Alina Dantism, Faisal Al Hadidi, Noora Babiker, Liyana El Ghadouani Benedi, Rayyan Thomson, Sára Milgate, Adam AlZorba, Burhanuddin Fakhruddin, Leah Nell, Elisa Herth, Zain Adnan, Aaron Masomboon, Rashid Aahed Saiwan, Nicole Korpusinska, Hamza Asad, Celia Haddad, Iris Ba, Martin Cueilhes, Mrs Gamage

YEAR 1T

Ms O’Hanlon, Nikita Winterfeldt, Lara Ahmed Ezzat Kamel Ramadan Abdalla, Alexander Hellwig, Jethr o Wong, Xi He Wang, Zinab Elaslamboly, Hassan Hamouda, Ayman Haro, Lena Ceylan, Ediz Unal, Micaela Trujillo Laveaga, Sara van der Leeuw, Alexander Freienstein, Aydh Sadique, Miri Oshima, Rio Kataoka, Jibran Hassan, Nicole Kastahorau, Kieran Paul, Sami Itani, Aaeeshah Khan, Zoe Gerashchenko, David Palobart Sastre, George Adewebi, Skylar Wijeyawickrema, Lara Krawczyk, Ms Antonio, Missing from photo: Celina Ghaeli

YEAR 1L

Ms Karicos, Abdulla Binghalib, Arabella Waddell, Dania Shaker, Mohammed Hussein, Abdulrahman Almasadi, Hessa Eryna Khairul Hanafi, Sayedeh Asal Fakhari, Fabrizio Valdivieso, Coco-Mae Janks-Lombaard, Panithan Campforts, Casen Lennox Peris, Connie Mullally, Alannah Phelan, Yassin Sat, Yarden Horsandi, Sinem Aksoy, Hugo Gutteridge, Ellexis Robinson, Rehana Khan, Gabriel Cocciadiferro, Sophia Bondikian, Aria Varathlingam, Shazmeen Malik, Yiheng Chen, Marwan Negm, Daniel Nuri, Ms Baloria

YEAR 1N

Ms Gray, Christopher Tan, Baixin Cao, Rebeca Carrizo Jimenez, Arman Ketabchi, Mohammed Hamdan Yusuf, Muhammad Aariz Umair, Yasmine Morkos, Zoey Dawer, Sepehr Tamaddon-Jahromi, Nathan Kuti, Lamar Abdel Rahim, Mikaela Tennakoon, Adam Abu Khadra, Zain Wahbeh, Stella Nader, Sehrish Hasan, Alexander Jarvis, Liliya El Ghadouani Benedi, Elif Erdem, Myra Akshay Gupta, Anaya Achary, Adam Hamze, Haruki Saito, Togo Furukawa, Toprak Bostanoglu, Mrs Lopez, Missing from photo: Francesca Mura

YEAR 1D

Jamal, Zinan

Kuti, Ayeza

Ms Cashman, Daria Nedelkovska, Beatrice Kashif, Damien Waheed, Abdussalam Omar, Qusay Amara, Azriel

Yang, Michael Atahan den Hoedt, Ridham Sharma, June Gruber, Ayman Abdulhakim Mohammed, Layla AL Rumaihi, Emel Nazari, Theodore Saad, Ariana Rafatifard, Emmanuelle Naccour, Amy Wachiuri, Sami Almadi, Zeydan Altamash, Ms Omabtang,

Missing from photo: Leyla Inan, Zayn Odhiambo

YEAR 2H

Ms Kavanagh, Keira Muca, Aisha Subair, Karla Tayoun, Omar Al Majali, Zein Ahmed, Lottie Mahoney, Jannah Alshahoomi, Lucas Jensen,

Declan Green, Kiana Rana, Helena Prato Alberti, Ivaan Choudhary, Cielo Borrelli, Jude Al Zuhairi, Rudra Rajput, Nelly Badr, Ana Dumitru, Sho Onozuka, Andrei Coricovac, Liam Beyer, Leonardo Fischetti, Juma Al Marri, Jayden Sayers, Ms Dorio

YEAR 2R

Gueco

YEAR 2T

Ms Murphy, Yasmine Raghni, Maki Sumigaki, Abdalla Omar, Hamdan Khalid, Miane Nell, Genevieve Morgan, Mathieu Pasathorn Tiberghien, Rizq Nufayl Muhammad Redzuan, Amitis Abbaszadeh, Rouya Nour AliKhan, Odette Arinchaya Monahan, Sun Mulu o, Eton Tingkaer, Andrei Dimov, Maya Borges, James Choukrallah, Zachary Evans, Rose Statham, Artemis Pourrashid, Zakaria Ali, Elliott Loy-Li Fook, XiaoXaio Gong, Fedor Senkevich, Ms Jagmis, Missing from photo: Ali Makki Ms Coen, Bredli Muca, Maria Eduarda Meech Pereira, Grace Makena Thorn, Aaryav Rodrigues, Kyan Haghshenass, Trishamae Balneg Penuliar, Naya Al Hasan, Daniel Zemlianskyi, Lucas White, Harriet Presch, Rosha Banihashemi, Artin Dehghani, Lucas Nambiar, Aaban Khan ,Danny Du Toit, Mohamad Hlawa, Azara Husain, Anne Garcia Perez, Omar Muhammad Fahmi, Hoor Al Rahma, Ailsa Davidson, Florence Shirley, Amore Du Preez, Ms

YEAR 2L

Ms Barron, Laila Al Khargi, Shaurya Ahuja, Khanak Hotchandani, Andrey Zhirnov, Alexia Malatesta, Sebastian Gerritsen, Nil Defne Koc, Mirelle Horchani, Kamila Kadryova, Noah Laloupo, Cattleya Hassan, Ayden Ndaw, Sven-Harry Englund, Mason Schmidt, Mohammed Isa Khan, Ira Mathur, Mishika Mehta, Momoka Okada, Salama Al Hammadi, Santiago Trujillo Laveaga, Mersana Zaki Zadeh, Maruwa Pinto, Yang Shuo, Sophia Nillesen, Ms Antonio

YEAR 2N

Zhafran Rafael Asyraf, AiLun Liu, Hind Almatr ooshi, Lucas Diaz Montoya, Sofia Zaffin, Sora Kakami, Kuveer Joh al, Ludovica Agosta, Shayen Gandhi, Puteri Hanee Luqman Basyar, Jasmine Ochoga, Maayra Sakhala, Youssef Barazite, Konstantin Vatutin, Hannah Holden, Diana Lucia Copos, Khairul Haziq Khairul Hanafi, Atlanta V an Mullekom, Raed Sharif, Alister Hendry, Ann-Marie Olayiwola, Samuel Sivaraj, Rachel Kearney, Ms Puntanar, Missing from photo: Megat Ali Megat Farid

Ms Benham, Muhammad

YEAR 2D

Khan, Ira Mathur,

Ms Barron, Laila Al Khargi, Shaurya Ahuja, Khanak Hotchandani, Andrey Zhirnov, Alexia Malatesta, Sebastian Gerritsen, Nil Defne Koc, Mirelle Horchani, Kamila Kadryova, Noah Laloupo, Cattleya Hassan, Ayden Ndaw, Sven-Harry Englund, Mason Schmidt, Mohammed Isa

Okada, Salama Al Hammadi, Santiago Trujillo Laveaga, Mersana Zaki Zadeh, Maruwa Pinto, Yang Shuo, Sophia Nillesen, Ms Antonio

Mishika Mehta, Momoka

YEAR 3H

Barazite, Rafaela Abdel Gawad, Doris Movahed Pour, Yona Tahamtan, Tamanna Khan, Yva

Mrs Frances Gair, Mrs Nadine Bornman, Sarah Sat, Maryam

Redmayne-Mourad, Leia Huelamo Lee, Maryamawit Hafte Teklay, Olivia Lepich Reinisch Neves, Aahna Sampson, Rin Tajima, Levin Atagul, Jules Delaunay, Jibrael Chand, Thayu Maingi, Owen Madden Salcedo, Hasan Tyebkhan, Daniela Cocci, Mira Souayed, Arwen Grange, Rashid Mubarak, Abdullah Abdullahi Babalele, Dmytro Blinnikov, Mrs Ranasinghe

YEAR 3R

Mrs McFadden, Rianna Alhalak, Hussain Nooruddin, Jacopo Agosto, Estelle Levrat, Thea T ayoun, Kiaan Kulkarni, Rodion Khan, Joseph Obaba, Alisa Kastahorau, Alaa Abdalla, David Segura Klass, Can Yigit Ozcan, Petr Airopetov, Jessica Mahoney, Elif Unal, Mateen Siblesz, Zain Teleb, Elif Nazari, Alia

Raduan El Tayan, Amatullah Fakhruddin, Anaira Suchede, Kiana Mehta, Eva Ratush, Ms Pineda Missing from photo: William Ma

YEAR 3T

Mr Sandhu, Amina Kadryova, Mira Fathy, Aoibh Phelan, Pravir Gajra, Hakim Kara Ali, Samuel Wilkes, Puteri Sofea Luqman Basyar, Melissa Lepich Reinisch Neves, Sasha Fory, Dahlia Mohd Syakeer Razin, Safia Abouelella, Mila Hansen, Ayden Waheed, Nimish Goel, Davi Gabrijelcic Sarturi, Hamad Algahash, Mohammed Shawky, David Sutcliffe Fennell, Romanos Michail, Izaiah Jones, Baiyu Cao, Daye Lee, Rohaan Mansukhani, Mienke Du Preez, Ms Basilio, Missing from photo: Yenzile Mbata

YEAR 3L

Ms Somers, George Ansell, Lev Perskevich, Sebastian Diaz Montoya, Eleen AlZorba, Aura Arman, Fatema Zoeb, Frank Brown, Elijah Jones, Leon Hughes, Zeyneb Ajaray, Milana Melniciuc, Noura Habib, Zane Amin, Daniel Gazzillo, Christiaan Antoni Bornman, Sofia Guerini, Maya Almadi, Kaylee Qi Hui Ping, Clara Fayek, Alexander den Hoedt, Safiya Gubaeva, Dina Janati, Imaan Monif, Ms Saldanha

YEAR 3N

Mr Rixon, Zixi Lu, Edoardo Aiazzi, Elise Raetz, Naya Abdelal, Matthew Andow, Nicholas Swagerty, Chloe Westray, Estefania Rodriguez Sidorovich, Ali Alali, Younes Badran, Thea Rajan, Absaar Wani, Harley Jai Balones Refugio, Caleb Muehlhaeusser, Tom de Hoop, Emmalyn Freienstein, Inaara Vinod, Faraz Ahmadi, Artem Mironovich, Adam Ryburn, Max Rogers, Ms Selorio

Missing from photo: Yasmin Kalandarova, Isabella Mura, Yani Siddiqui

YEAR 4H

Arachchige Don, Adam Teleb, Luka Da Silva Siem, Yuna Chua, Oliver Aydin Varoczi, Anna Puchkova, Eigo Furukawa, E’ssa Thomson, Forrest Millgate, Anis Abdulhakim Mohammed, Mathias Esquivel Hernandez, Mrs Abad, Mrs Caluyo

Kodithuwakku

Charlton, Alessandro Valdivieso, Kaiyang Ma, Arsha Ketabchi, Ahana Jha, Hessa Al Rahma, Meeha Beyer, Lithum

Mrs Olayiwola, Minkyeong Lee, Aryana Gobin, Arianna Vanetti, Ethan Hendry, Adriel Cocciadiferro, Alex Conradie, Angel Morkos, Mila Harych, Ria

YEAR 4R

Ms Jones, Ashleigh Kearney, Sirenna Mistry, Livia Carlson, Eline Romeih, Maksat Amanmammedov, Maximilian Krawczyk, Kanato Okawachi, Ariel Olivia Gruber, Olivia van der Leeuw, Noortje van Duijn, Stephen Murray, Lucas Borges Valente, Jesda Higham, Alana Husain, Medina

Odegbune, Mia Zaarorah, Zacharia Sroya, Martyn Adewebi, Seth Xie, Miguel Soberon Gomez Peniche, Sherifa Mohammed, Estelle Jerjoes, Daniil Korneo, Zabeer Shah, Marco Alifredi, Mrs Abad, Mrs Caluyo, Missing from photo: Vihaan Dalvi, Ayana Shaheen

YEAR 4T

Mrs Whitty, Joshua Sivaraj, Mineh Zaffin, Rayan Sfeir, Lilla Kerry, Adam Selim, Jasmine Rossi, Nathanim Kidanemariam, Amalia Van der Meulen, Siddharth Bagia, Leah Stella Aloush, Ali Algahash, Hana Arissa Khairul Hanafi, Raeef Hasan, V alentina Guerini, Ella Statham, Ophir Horsandi, Jaxon Campbell, Mia Navas, Bassam Dabliz, Jinseo Choi, Haroun Sherif Elfadaly, Sofia Soberon Gomez Peniche, Zayed Alshahoomi, Noura Ali, Dean Monif, Gordon Thorn, Mrs Abad, Mrs Caluyo

YEAR 4L

Mr Moore, Ezana Abiye, Emma Warlund, Ruben Du Toit, Victoria Tsourdis, Choon Hwee Josiah Ong, Adel Monika Sepsey, Chris Choukrallah, Lorenzo Pignataro, Soojeong Im, Kasra Pirasteh, Ava Peet, Emanuel Manu Bashirov, Veronika Myakova, Haya Adnan, Darin Yaksan, Talia Abdel Aty, Burhanuddin Fakhruddin, Zosia Burgess, Calum Davidson, Martha Krage, Kenzie Elshafei, Artemis Dehghan, Rishi Srikanth, Odhran Phelan, Dmitrii Chichkan, James van der Horst, Mrs Abad, Mrs Caluyo

YEAR 4N

Satio, Asmaa Eleslamboly, Noor Jumaa, Mia Cocci, Ayden Tharao

Ms Warren, Ali Yahya Mawji, Chase Gutteridge, Soma

Bhankingtongkam, Yade Erdem, Mirra Kalmokova, Ece Kara, Mark Jordan, Oliver Tan, Paolo Pignataro, Sophia Maitland, Yara Shaarawy, Aryeh Hiran Nair, Rishain Shakeel, Ilai Gnedovskii, Mrs Abad, Mrs Caluyo

Wachiuri, Iain Morgan, Marc Saab, Anabelle Sinatra, Maya Talaee, Jawaher

Ali-Ali, Vincenzo De Carlos Kiasamuttara, Chuandi Jin, Atichat

YEAR 5H

Kuti, Morgan Jones, Jake Westray, Imran Barazite, Jeremy Delcroix, Essa Umair, Efe Catal, Aadam Vahanvaty, Damir Rafikov, Mohit Hotchandani, Zayn Bashir, Katrianne Primrose Maglantay, Nefeli Rapetti, Evelyn Sadler, Maxwell Laurent, Mohammed Almutewei, Alice Moura Castro, Mrs Noureddine, Ms Bagayan

Mr Slack, Max Holden, Emma Germano, Rebecca Mendonca, Seohyun Nam, Ameli Balt, Saoirse Galvin, Alice Hughes, Sanaya Gandhi, Neriah

YEAR 5R

Murad, Ahoon Rasouli, Y osef Tahboub, Suleyman Gubaev, George Togas, Kristina Tsurkan, Emily Dahan, Sofia Germano, Kabeal Hafte

Mrs Hulme, Nicha Campforts, Jessica Regan, Ruqaya

Teklay, Adham Azab, Ethan Ten Cate, Ivaan Sanoop, Samar Singh, Mahlubonke Grootboom, Puteri Ilmi Luqman Basyar, River Jensen, Thalina Segura Klass, Hakim Sat, Alexei Ushakov, Sebastian Ansell, Yvette Parubets, Alia Mohamed Salaheldin, Carmel Horsandi, Latifa Vasey, Mrs Noureddine, Ms Bagayan

YEAR 5T

Sharma, Murtaza Adamji, Micah Fesseha, Jason Ochoga, Alina Ryburn, Jana

Mrs Platt, Isla McLeod, Gauri Nair, Leon Nambiar, Rishan

Hawas, Jaden Hargreaves, Louis Grieve, Armando Van Der Meulen, Archie Rodgers, Yarden Geffen, Noura Elmasry, Lamitta Chehayeb, Kawtar

Janati, Emilio Abdel Gawad, Sulayman Basaleh, Lana Barbour, Sawsan Almsadi, Austin Robinson, Cyrus Dekker, Yunus Kalandrov, Noemi Jensen, Zain Jabbour, Mrs Noureddine, Ms Bagayan

YEAR 5L

Ms Ward, Roqaya Moukhtar, Isla Kerry, Laila Boni, Aryan Arfan, Andrea Gazzillo, Eric Gerashchenko, Sofia Gidirim, Inaya Baroudi, Anta Ba, Cedric Dekker, Isaac Swagerty, Juan Guevara Montes, Mariia Zhirnova, Emma Bader Barrionuebo, Siena Michiko Lopez,Finley Bunting, Aram Derderian, Muhammad Bin Mohd Asyraf Reduan, Esa Rehman, Mohamed Zein, Kokor o Nagaoka, Iman Altamash, Ayperi Amanmammedova, Lilia Belhaj ali, Ekaterina Melnik, Mrs Noureddine, Ms Bagayan, Missing from photo: Sanan Malik

YEAR 5N

Ms Bidder, Fadi Khoury, Yousuf Murad, Francis Karbowinski, Jude Al Turk, Tanvi Chinni, Lana Chabaan, Leonardo Vanetti, Lucas Nieto, Aadvika Nayak, Meera Lalwani, Safae El Bouazzati, Indiana Van Mullekom, Tanide Kimunguyi, Vega Tingkaer, Emelia Fernandez, Aiham Anwar, Malek Abouelmaaty, Taha Al Khargi, Siem Van Duijn, Ishaan Niraj, Albertus Beyer, Alexander Molander , Ademi Sabit, Anna Tiumina, Sahar

Tamaddon-Jahromi, Mrs Nourradine, Ms Bougyan, Missing from photo: Arjun Singh

YEAR 6R

Ms Pritchard, Clara Hartmann, Daphne Garaud, Hoor Haytham Taha, Kenji Butt, Temothey Bitar, Ayan Maalouli, Franklin Robinson, Eva Ivanova, Michelle Bashirov, Nathan Knudsen, Matija Djuric, Zahra Tyebkhan, Joao Lepich Reinisch Neves, Alexandre Delaunay, Vladislav Maksimchik, Alia Shaarawy, Mina Ahmadi, Olivia Van der Linde, Miki Yoshida, Aliakbar Fakhruddin, Mert Boyuer, Ruotong Gong, Anna Guadalupe Candanedo, Isabella Prevost, Omar Abdelhady Gaffar, Andries Bornman, Ms Astley

YEAR 6T

Ms Dyer, Magdalena Slavkova, Hussain Jumaa, Ava Jones, Aydin Desai, Jasmine Malatesta, Faris Khoury, Miane Du Preez, Abdel Monem Bchenati, Sofia Shchepanskaia, Walid Bel hadj ali, Karine Saakian, Jackson Van Mullekom, Giovanna Figueiredo, Emery Rolle Fuchs, Rukaiya Abdullahi Babalele, Ahmed Alshareef, Cheris Maya Obinna, Benjamin van Brussel, Olivia Scheunert, Askar Kabduakhitov, Minnah Babiker, Pavit Goel, Fatima Mahmoudi, Jared Ledlie, Emma Isetta, Vitoria Prato Alberti, Ms Astley

YEAR 6N

Ms Williams, Abdulla Alhussaini, Sophie Gerashchenko, Alexandra Mor gan, Caitlynn Dekker, Ismayil Gurbansoy, Aman Abiye, Dohyoon Kim, Malak Waheed, Alexa Hedges, Sophie Maeroum, Yaseen Abdurahimov, Yehia El Gamal, Daniel Du Toit, Lara Aldemairy, Ada

Dumitru, Mui Ying Amelia Ong, Nader Menaissy, Arya Talakar, Adam Gaouch, Roha Hassan, Vanessa Kotrikova, Rhia Kakami, Haoran

Higham, Viyan Raina, Mrs Hellwig

Wang, Hugo

YEAR 6H

Mr Maynard, Aayat Mehta, Ehiya Mohamed, Maria Beltran, Samuel Israel, Kye Mistry, Shora Nawab Siddiqui, Youssef Fayek, Tala Barbour, Francisco Macedo, Theodor Bitar, Salem Al Marri, Malak Abdalla, Frederick Brown, lurii Ivanov, Leila Al Zuhairi, Meng Yan Sun, Josie Colaco, Zara Odhiambo, James Presch, Veer Bisani, Portia Steel, Alison Hopwood, Patrik Jordan, Muhammed Haadi Mawji, Ms Astley, Missing from photo: Annika Baberwal, Sophia Ghaeli

YEAR 6L

Ms Hansberry, Finlay Atherton, Moafaq Algaddah, Louis Cueilhes, Aeriella Pienaar, Celeen Haytham Tala, Mya Johal, Abdul Kareem Abughazaleh, Sergej Simonic, Keyaan Noureddine, Amaia Eagar, Paulina Tomova, Eleni Togas, Mohammad Al Hammadi, Mirrhaan Narani, Hamza Haro, Tiffany Tan, Abigail Ooko, Chloe Qi Xuan Ping, Michael Sivarj, Prisha Jadav, Tia Aldemairy, Amirali Ketabchi, Daniil Bakrushev, Laurenz

List, Ghaith Almatrooshi, Mrs Hellwig, Missing from photo:David Isakovsky

YEAR 7H

Mrs Ansell, Arshia Dhama, Micaela Barclay Guerra, Carter Sutcliffe Fennell, Daniele Giacomelli, Jameson McBlane, Santiago

Felipe Paz-Najera, Amira Azzan, Alia Al Marri, Jood Sfeir, Zhenxi Lu, Amelia Scheunert, Danyal Bashir, Siddharth Kutty, Gabriel Lynton, Sofia Sroya, Jessica Sedgwick, Ivan Ondre Balones Refugio, Chanel Obinna, Jianrong Cheng, Jacob Campbell, Chloe D’Souza, Assel Sabit, Missing from photo: Eyup Celik, David McFadden

YEAR 7R

Mr Pearson, Eva Rehman, Viggo Martens, Olivia Forsman Valero, Philip Solonevich, Rebecca Kuti, Aleena Raina, Alexis Horwell, Luka Simonic, Martin El Masri, Genevieve Treves, Mira Yaksan, Dina Sat, Mohamed-Ali Janati, Myrto Gkioni, Hamza Yacoub, Meylis Amanmammedov, Mishaal Suleman, Donia Hawas, Emmy Njeru, Amelia Rogers, Gabriella Hey , Adam Ibrahim, Laith Azzan

YEAR 7T

Ms Cotter, Mandisa Gabriella Ngwato, Omar Beljaflah, Vladyslav Koval, Annika Baberwal, Stacey Njeru, Saeed Almatrooshi, Ivan Savelyev, Rima Horchani, Ali Khosravi Taghanaki, Caleb Luca Peris, Morgan El Hage, Ziana Singh, Alexander McGrath, Arsham Pourrashid, Maria Guevara Montes, Ain Kim, Yousra El Bouazzati, Mira Papp, Ved Singh, Mohammed Vasey, Aryan Verma, Nouah van Geerke, Sahara

Redmayne-Mourad, Alexandra Parubets

YEAR 7L

Mrs Myers, Sara Nafid, Bilge Ceylan, Pablo De Mendizabal Salinas, Ryuto Okawachi, Abd El W ahid Gasim, David McFadden, Valentina Abdel Gawad, Sara Ogla, Maya Hooman, Varvara Ovdienko, Mila Azzi, Isabelle Fesseha, Alexander Binning Bria, Jamila Fouad, Lea Goncalves, Jakob Ibrahim, Joshua Obaba, Harry Savagar, Sarina Khedri Shooshtari, Eya Gueddes, Mohammed Saeed Alameri, Ahmed Al Naema

YEAR 8H

Mrs Rodgers, Yuna Shinohara, Akari Tanaka, Mert Catal, Yousif Al-Mafrachi, Jiwon Im, Radin Gorji, Amira Ibrahim, Isla Turnbull, Victoria Ten Cate, Isabel Segovia Barrios, Maryam Fakhruddin, Raul Andres Orozco Landazabal, David White, Sultan Binghalib, Sophie Tsourdis, Lina Ech-Chali, Michael Ooko, Mattvi Kotelenets, Francesco Borrielli, Timur Khan, Raasiyah Noormahomed, Nyla Star Baiden, Missing from photo: Aarifa Bandali, Mousa Mahmoud, Gyavira Mkok

YEAR 8L

Ms Dalledonne, Sofia Forsman

Qazi, Salma Haro, Jemma Jones, Amna Alhussaini, Catalina Al Issa Sbitany

Valero, Isabelle Fernandez, Megat Naeem Megat Iskandar, Noah Jones, Zaynab Al Shalabi, Annabella Gutteridge, Mohammed Abbas, Aaron McDonough, Habiba Habib, Zara Desai, Reuben Van der Linde, Nicolas Nieto, Anna Sobek, Naomi Mendonca, Essa Diyab, Yousef

YEAR 8R

Turkoglu, Rika

Fathalian, Alya

Fazlani, Kai Hill, Nima

Mrs Wherry, Ibrahim

Gobin, Mehnaz Mubarak, Sophie Karbowinski, Zaid

Yoshida, Maryam Muhammad, Maria Puchkova, Samaa Kumar, Oscar Pelag, Haza

Shaheen, Mario T omov, Asmit Choudhary, Georgi Velikov, Hoodin Albolhassani, Yasmina Ghanem, Yasmin Babiker, Missing from

Diyab, Prisha

photo: Valeria Bogaevskaya, Aleksandra Buriakova, Ricardo Suzuki Peixoto Neves

YEAR 8T

Mr Johal, Farida Shaarawy, Aziza Dzhumanova, Sebastian Delcroix, Tjalfe Jensen, Stefania Isetta, Adeena Alibhai, Lilly Hopwood, Zoie Kapur, Inayah Lakhani, Ajay Mohanakrishnan, Adam Brookes, Luca Fleming, Cristian Bechtold, Oliver Garcia, Harel Geffen, Yotam Geffen, Daniel Jones,

Tristan Grange, Shaan Reed, Rahee Kim, Neeva Wahbeh Missing from photo: Sam Sofield

YEAR 9H

Fukaya, Aliz Papp, Thy Nguyen, Adam Al Turk, Abdoulla Albahri, Lily Hey, Mai Ichinose, Yifan Tu, Burhanuddin Nooruddin, Lisa De Boni, Navyata Mehta, Alex George, Kareem Maassarani, Mia Prevost, Sophia O’Driscoll, Mustafa Kanchwala, Amaya Alibhai, Lynn Imaizumi, Zoe Paul, Elizabeth McBlane, Nabeela Kazmi, Tobais Horwell, Harry Maitland

Mrs Keeley, Aisha Ibrahim, Ekaterina Vatutina, Sayaka

YEAR 9R

Mr Murray, Rafaella Barclay Guerra, Abdalrahman Tahboub, Jose Coco Benedi, Saif Badran, Phathutshedzo Mareda, Elida Yaksan, Santhosh Saravanan, Sharief Ashraf Azab, Nada Babiker, Krishma Harris, Nikita Sobolev, Mohammed AlGhas, Ailsa Farquhar, Elizaveta Sapronova, Bo Liu, Eve Kriel, Aru Dauletkyzy, Yasmeen Adurahimova, Alex Butt, Dexter Henry, Seyed Ahmadi, Juan Sanchez

Missing from photo: Harpeet Singh

YEAR 9T

Ms Carter, Shadi Bou Fakhr, Jiangzhake Mushaijang, Anna Fleming, Maryam Qazi, Tareeda Schubert, Mikayla Ibrahim, Maya Harris, Maria Victoria Orozco Landazabal, Miruka Miyauchi, Imran Noureddine, Asad Ahmed, Khadija Belkhair, Mohammed Rayan Yusuf, Robin Scheunert, Chelsy Obina, Ghadah Obadi, Lucas Gabriel Paz-Najera, Aidan Sedgwick, Khadim Al Marri, Monika Chipeva, Haleema Muhamma, Vanessa Saud, Zania Molefe, Missing from

photo: Dillan Kader, Abdulla Alali

YEAR 10H

Surve, Tarik Qaitoga, Abdelazim Babiker, Giorgi Oganesyan, Dominik Jordan, Anna Julia

Mrs Owako, Carlo Filippo Von Wunster, Aamna Fathy, Touline Shaheen, Issac Kriel, Ajab Kanchwala, Riya

Candanedo, Lydia White, Ahmad Al Hammadi, Jaesung Kim, Jameel Lavers, Youssef Gueddes, Victoria Figueiredo, Adheeba Wani, Faycal Noureddine, Abdulaziz Gargash

YEAR 10T

Tyebkhan, Laith

Chelyadnikova, Isla Evans, Nastaran Radpoor, Adam

Mistry, Tegan Cutts, Polina

Ms Leibinger, Aiman Anwar, Druvh

Abdullahi Babalete, Ariella Lynton, Ali-Hady Hobballah, Zahi

Alfarhan, Ayazhan Alashbayeva, Fatima

Suleman, Honoka Fukaya, Ghaya Binghalib, Daniel Obaba, Raymond Fayad, Melissa Raya, Alsander Har greaves, Rashid Al Nuaimi

Muhammad, Ahmad Al Marri, Atiku

YEAR 10R

photo: Anna Julia Candendo, Ayazhan Alashbayeva

Mrs Murray, Pavel Ignatov, Kiyan Chetty, Nathan Krage, Parvathy Nair, Simrah Kazmi, Jan Bayarenka, Ema Sobek, Abeer Gasim, Zainab Fazlani, Jackson Power, Marley Robinson, Jasmin Osman, Jianwen Zhang, Zaid Qaitoga, Ali Uzykanov, Amin Akhmed, Jingshun Zhang, Habone Adour, Lara Jones, Edward Savagar, Missing from

YEAR 11H

Ms Habibovich, Jiaying Zhang, Andrea Cugnetto, Valentina Nour Al Issa Sbitany, Abdinoor Haro, Zoe Barstow, Sophia Nafid, Christian Carballo Fuentes, Kaushiki Raina, Julia Maeroum, Helena Martens, Manel Sabater Massquoi, Ghassan Aquel, Amelie Turnbull, Abigail Van der Linde

YEAR 11T

Mr Heffernan, Wael Hamze, Marcus Naifeh, Gautam Nambiar, Yash Bisani, Mia Zara Khan, Oscar Sauvan, Sofia Paz-Najera, Alisa Tsurkan, Adam Hage, Noah Scheunert, Vladislava Bakrusheva, Aaron Balones Refugio, Abhishek Nambiar

YEAR 11R

D’Souza, Najma Azhar, Karthika Ajay, Charles Harris, Elizaveta Soboleva, Sara

Beljaflah, Ruairi McFadden, Samuel Mendonca, Emaan Suleman, Catarina Moura de Castr o, Noor Hassan, Lea Janjanin, Veena Sekar, Sami

Tadayon Saeidi, Samuel Maitland

Mr Buse, Isobel Hulme, Alayna Alibhai, Aryan Rajagopal, Wayne

YEAR 12H

Mr Rodgers, Akhil Khurana, Karim Tarek, Habiba Badran, Destiny Moreno, Yusra Awan, Jianchang Pan, Petr Ignatov, Sakina Fakhruddin, Wen Fei Lyu, Saidkhuja Alkmalov, Andres Paz, Jenin Al Shalabi, Devika Sreejith, Dania Maki, Heelan Adour

Missing from photo: Ali Hashemi

YEAR 12R

Ms Connell, Alyssa Naima Iskandar, Sarida Schubert, Rashika Rathore, Palak Kewalramani, Zaid Sajjad, Rudhr Shenoy, Maria Oganesyan, Alicia Segovia Barrios, Amon van Almsick, Nada Beljaflah, Iman Khan, Matias Maluenda, Joshua Evans, Zahra Jabb our, Amy Butt, Dario Pous Gerodetti, Chaeli-Jade Pienaar

Jaad Hamze

Missing from

YEAR 13H

Mr Hatcher, Saif Al Wasiti, Aalyah Prem, Jiaxin Zhang, Anne Pallipadan, Amelia Murphy, Zacharia Tulonen, Elizaveta Dikareva, Emirhan Bera Canli, Nandini Nambiar, Daniel Levendal, Pujia Wang, Melina Garaud, Avi Kapur, Mohammed Murad

YEAR 13R

Tuff, Pablo Segovia Barrios, Nancy Hamze, Sarah Lokman, Mahibul Alam Shadin, Rodrigo Raya, Ryan McDonough, Michelle Joy, Hana Fouda, Zoe Forknell, Rawdah Bin Sulaiman, Joseph Hulme, Peter White