Reach British School has achieved Outstanding status across all categories in its latest British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection.
The school, part of the International Schools Partnership (iSP), was praised for delivering high-quality education within a safe, inclusive, and ambitious environment.
Excellence in British Curriculum and Results
The BSO report confirmed that Reach British School offers a broad and rigorous academic curriculum. Students consistently achieve excellent results across GCSE, A Level, and BTEC pathways.
Inspectors commended the school’s strong academic provision. The curriculum meets the needs of all learners, supporting success across different educational routes.
Students Thrive in a Positive Culture
The report also highlighted students’ positive attitudes, behaviour, and personal development. A key strength of Reach British School is its strong family ethos, which fosters mutual respect and belonging.
Additionally, pastoral care at the school was rated as excellent. Students feel valued and supported, both academically and emotionally. They also benefit from a wide range of enrichment opportunities.
Leadership that Inspires Growth
Inspectors recognised the school’s exceptional leadership and management. Teachers are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and contribute to a culture of continuous growth.
Craig Halsall, Principal of Reach British School, shared:
“We are incredibly proud to have received these outstanding and excellent ratings as part of our BSO accreditation, recognising our school’s ability in fostering a safe, respectful, and ambitious learning environment. This accolade, spanning academic, social, cultural, health and wellbeing, parental, and leadership areas, validates our steadfast dedicated to providing an all-rounded, enriching experience for our students. Our team is passionate about nurturing curious and confident learners who are prepared to be resilient changemakers of the future. We look forward to building on this success and continuing to set the highest standards for academic excellence in the region, and the country.”
Rory Galvin, Regional Director of Learning for ISP, added:
“This Outstanding BSO result reflects the incredible dedication of the Reach team and their commitment to inclusive, future-focused learning. At iSP, we are proud to see how the school is empowering students to thrive academically, personally, and as global citizens.”
About Reach British School, Abu Dhabi
Reach British School, part of iSP, is a private international school established in 2014 in the south of Abu Dhabi. The school offers the National Curriculum for England to students from Early Years through to Sixth Form. With an experienced and passionate team, committed to ensuring that every student develops a love of learning and working to build a foundation for lifelong success, today the school community is enriched by over 2000+ students from more than 70 nationalities.
Part of a global community committed to growing curious, confident learners, the school believes in empowering students to take ownership of their journey, providing the guidance and opportunities they need to thrive in a fast-changing world.
The school’s mission is to provide the community with a personalised, ambitious and broad and balanced curriculum, building on lifelong learning skills, resilience with STEAM (Science technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics) and Enterprise specialisms for all.
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About International Schools Partnership
Moved by curiosity and empowered by self-confidence, students from ISP Schools thrive throughout their lifetime.
International Schools Partnership (ISP) is a global community of over 100 international schools across over 25 countries. We champion a transformative approach to learning that goes beyond the classroom. By igniting our students’ curiosity and growing their self-confidence, we empower them to become the next generation of changemakers.
Our unique approach to learning recognises our students as collaborators in the learning process. We focus on developing the knowledge and lifelong skills that help them thrive beyond their time at school. ISP students benefit from teaching excellence, international opportunities, and careers guidance. Our schools have access to a global network of experts and our teachers and leaders are supported to continuously improve through extensive professional development programmes.
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