FAQ
WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT ADVANCED LEARNING SCHOOLS?
The Advanced Learning Schools draw on the best of modern educational practices found throughout the progressive schools of the international network and apply them to a curriculum that is responsive to the needs of the student community. It promotes excellence and focuses on the student as a learner in all areas of Endeavour: academics, sports, the arts, and student life, and at the same time maintains the essential balance with the family and cultural values of Saudi Arabian society within an international framework.
ARE THE ADVANCED LEARNING SCHOOLS ACCREDITED?
The Advanced Learning Schools is licensed by the Ministry of Education and is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB).
WILL THE SCHOOLS REQUIRE STUDENTS TO WEAR UNIFORM?
The school uniform is worn by students in KG.1, KG.2, and Grades 1 to 12 and arrangements have been made for the uniforms to be purchased at the schools
HOW DO I REGISTER MY CHILD FOR ADVANCED LEARNING SCHOOLS?
Register on OpenApply (https://als.openapply.com/) For more information please contact us the Tel. number: 920051888 – Ext 110 -111 – 112
WHAT EXTRA ACTIVITIES OR CURRICULUM IS THE STUDENT EXPOSED TO?
the Advanced Learning Schools strongly believes that school-related trips which enhance learning and foster an appreciation for applied learning, are an essential part of the curriculum. Consequently, the schools organize appropriate field trips, both of an academic and social nature, designed to give extended meaning to instruction and to provide the opportunity for students to extend their scope and views of life and culture within and outside of Saudi Arabia. Additional student activities such as sports teams, academic contests, performing arts, and clubs are organized by the after-school activities (ASA) coordinators.
ARE CHILDREN TAKEN TO PRAYER AT PRAYER TIME?
Appropriate arrangements are made within the scope of the school’s daily schedule to provide for prayer time.
IN CASE I WANT MY CHILDREN TO TRANSFER TO A SCHOOL ABROAD WHICH SCHOOLS WOULD ACCEPT THEM?
Since our educational programs are similar to those of most international schools, transferring to schools abroad should not present any problems
DO YOU ORIENT STUDENTS ON HOW, AND WHICH UNIVERSITIES TO APPLY TO?
The schools have experienced counselors who provide the appropriate advice and counseling to help parents and their children make the right choices for university applications. In addition, we have established relationships with the admission offices of universities, to ensure that our students receive whatever assistance is available to help them in the admission process.
WHAT TYPE OF DIPLOMA WILL BE GRANTED BY THE SCHOOLS UPON A STUDENT’S GRADUATION?
The Advanced Learning Schools grants either of two awards. Advanced Learning Schools’ certificate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Both of these will indicate the successful completion of prescribed courses of study, recognized by universities
WHAT IS THE ADVANCED LEARNING SCHOOLS’ CERTIFICATE?
The Advanced Learning Schools certifies that a student has satisfactorily completed the requirements of the school’s standard College Preparatory program, i.e., the schools’ prescribed units of study in the areas of English, Arabic, Mathematics, Natural Science ICT, Social Science, Islamic Studies, History of the Kingdom and French.
THE IB SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT DEAL OF WORK. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF TAKING AN IB CURRICULUM?
There are numerous advantages to taking the IB curriculum. First, the IB curriculum was originally designed to ensure a cohesive, comprehensive education for students, no matter where they lived in the world. Today, that goal is still at the forefront of the IB mission. Students who complete this program are preparing, not only for success in university but also for success in life. Students gain a broader worldview; follow in-depth approaches to the academic disciplines, and develop time management, problem-solving, research, and organizational skills that will remain with them long after the IB experience is over. An additional benefit is that student work is assessed over two years using internationally accepted performance standards.