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Admissions Process

We are delighted that you are interested in St Christopher’s School. Please take the time to review the following information on our Admissions procedures and requirements.

St Christopher’s School has been offering the very best British-style Education since 1961, for children aged between 3-18 (Nursery to Year 13). St Christopher’s School has been rated outstanding by BSO and BQA for 4 consecutive years. St Christopher’s mission is to provide an Education for a Shared Humanity. We are proud to promote our 65 different nationalities and encourage our students to become effective Role Models of the World.
 


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We offer a comprehensive admissions process tailored to different age groups, ensuring a seamless transition into our community.

 

General Admissions Steps:

Enquiry and Campus Visit:

Prospective families are encouraged to visit our Saar (Infant/Junior) or Isa Town (Senior) Campus to experience our facilities firsthand. Our Admissions Team is available to guide you through the application process.
Application Submission:

Complete the online pre-registration form available on our website. An application fee of BD 100 per child is required.
Document Provision:
Submit necessary documents, including passports, CPRs, recent school reports, and vaccination records. Specific requirements may vary by year group.
Assessment and Evaluation:

Applicants undergo age-appropriate assessments to determine suitability. This may involve play-based observations for younger children or formal tests for older students.
Offer and Acceptance:

Successful applicants receive an offer pack via email, including an invoice for the non-refundable registration fee of BD 1,250. To accept, return the signed acceptance form and pay the registration fee by the specified date.

 

Age-Specific Admissions Details:

Nursery (Age 3):


Programme Options:

  • Half Day: 7:50 AM – 12:15 PM
  • Full Day: 7:50 AM – 2:25 PM - Full-day attendees participate in SPARTA sessions led by specialised coaches.
  • Assessment: Play-based observations conducted on-site.
Reception to Year 2 (Ages 4–7): :


Assessment: Play-based evaluations focusing on social, emotional, and early academic skills.

Placement: Year group placement is tentative and may be adjusted to best suit the child’s needs.

Years 3 to 6 (Ages 7–11)::


Assessment: Evaluations in English, Mathematics, and general ability.

Additional Information: Review of previous school reports and possible interviews.

Years 7 to 13 (Ages 11–18):


Assessment: Formal testing in core subjects and general ability.

Additional Information: Consideration of previous academic records and potential interviews.


Key Points

Application Timing:
Applications are accepted up to one year in advance of the desired entry date.

Placement Criteria:
Admission is subject to assessment outcomes and availability of places.

Contact Information:
For specific queries, contact our Admissions Team at +973 1760 5051 / +973 1760 5052 or admissions@school.st-chris.net.
 


 

St Christopher’s School is committed to providing a supportive admissions process, ensuring each child is placed appropriately to thrive in our educational environment.

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