We use a scheme that delivers the milestones of attainment for each age group. We offer a genuinely broad-based curriculum. The early building blocks, firmly established in Key Stage 1 (Basic 1-2) are developed and built on, in Key Stage 2 (Basic 3-6) and beyond.

Assessment is an important part of Basil’s ethos of education. Pupils are tracked from when they enter the school through testing, using our teaching, evaluating, analysis and management (TEAM) method. During their Primary school years, pupils are tested, evaluated and analysed on an annual basis with regular assessment, both formal and informal, taking place throughout the year. These tests help us identify any problem areas pupils have and where improvements can be made. The assessments are feedback to parents at Parent/ Teachers evening and termly reports. Children who fall below expected levels of attainment are automatically given extra support with lessons after school hours.

This is a popular and exciting addition to the teaching resources of the school. All the traditional English, Math and Science lessons are supplemented with Interactive white board teaching.

Our curriculum allows for differentiated learning. Children are grouped within each class according to their individual needs. We take into account the aptitude as well as the age of the individual child in order to make learning meaningful.

Communication between home and school is critical to the success of a child at school. We encourage all parents to become involved in their child’s progress through school. We regularly hold Parents’ Evenings, Parents Forum, workshops and assemblies so that each parent can join in the family atmosphere of the school. We also have an open-door policy to ensure that parents forge strong links with the school. Updates, newsletters and letters are sent via email, WhatsApp and text.

Basil code of behaviour is ensured from pre-school. We aim for self-discipline and consideration for others. There are clear structured guidelines on behaviour. We offer Moral instruction and etiquette classes. From the early years, pupils are taught an appreciation of good manners and they acquire behavioural and social skills as they progress in the different levels. Minor and major offences are punished according to the stipulated code of discipline by the school with the child being shown and guided to understand why his or her actions were wrong and why a punishment may be necessary. Basil adopts a therapeutic approach to behaviour management – ‘All behaviour is a form of communication’. So where behavioural standards fall short, we take time to understand and work with the child.

We create opportunities for students to take their studies beyond the classrooms. All classes undertake educational visits from time to time, within and outside the country, to consolidate lessons taught.

We aim to provide a learning environment that is happy, secure and welcoming. Where each child feels valued and loved. We have student welfare officials who listen to children’s worries and solve them before they become problems. Parents are also encouraged to discuss their worries with pupil’s teacher or head of pastoral and management.

Well-structured Timetable that ensures students have an active and enjoyable learning experience in a disciplined environment.

Throughout the primary school and college years, students are given positions of responsibility and are taught to be more self-reliant. Students vote for their own class captains, House captains, prefects and enjoy academic and sporting competitions between the four school houses and other schools.