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Aspire Private British School

Cyprus, Paphos

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Aspire Private British School is an independent school in Cyprus delivering the British National Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18. The curriculum leads to GCSE IGCSE and International A Level qualifications, with eligibility to obtain the Cyprus Apolyterio School Leaving Certificate. Lessons are conducted in English and place strong emphasis on developing knowledge, skills and intercultural understanding. The campus features three ICT suites with individual computer access, a dedicated school portal, and interactive whiteboard technology. Science laboratories follow Ministry of Education guidelines to foster practical, investigative work. An Art and Design Studio and a Music Room support creative learning, while sport pitches underpin physical education and the delivery of GCSE and A Level PE. The school also offers extensive extracurriculars, including drama, debating, cultural events, and national and international trips. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award framework is encouraged for eligible students, promoting service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation.

The Essentials

Aspire Private British School has typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Tombs of the Kings Avenue, Paphos 8046, Cyprus.

Stages
Infants (4–7); Juniors (7–11); Lower Seniors (11–14); Upper Seniors (14–16); Sixth Form (16–18).

Type
Independent private school delivering the British National Curriculum.

Additional learning support
English language support across all ages; Junior English Booster lessons; ESL groups for Seniors (Year 7–11) and Sixth Form; IELTS preparation in Sixth Form.

Country affiliation
Cyprus

Bus service
A public bus stop is outside the School Reception; students can use routes with Aspire student cards for half-price tickets. A private door-to-door bus service operates with pick-up areas including Aphrodite's Hills/Secret Valley, Geroskipou, Paphos, Kissonerga, Chlorakas, Tsada, Tala, Pegia, Coral Bay and Polis.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a uniform. Parents are invited to purchase the uniform before starting at school.

House System
There is a house system with house competitions and quizzes. After-school activities include house-based events as part of the extracurricular programme.

Governance and Ownership
The school is an independent, academically selective school. It delivers the British National Curriculum.
Academics

Aspire Private British School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Delivers the British National Curriculum to children from the age of four, leading to GCSE, IGCSE and International A level qualifications while also offering the Cyprus Apolyterio School Leaving Certificate.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.

Exam Results
Outstanding GCSE/IGCSE, A level and International A level results; the school has received Pearson Learner Award (OPLA) and other awards.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates go on to study at universities around the world, including University of Nottingham, UCL, Lancaster University, University of Nicosia, University of Edinburgh, University of Sussex, University of the Arts London, European University Cyprus, University of Surrey, University of Exeter, University of Winchester, Queen Mary, Swansea University, University of Essex, and Birmingham City University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral support is integrated into daily school life. The environment is supportive and aims to help students reach personal, social and academic goals. In primary, the class teacher is the first contact; in secondary, the form tutor monitors students' progress and social well-being. New students receive a buddy to ease their transition. Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education and Citizenship lessons address topics such as bullying, prejudice and internet safety, as well as revision techniques, exam strategies, positive personal image, healthy relationships, and career pathways. The school is UCAS registered, enabling guidance and applications to British universities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
With students originating from all over the globe, Aspire Private British School has clear strategies to manage language acquisition for those who require extra support to grasp or develop English. The Infants are immersed in daily phonological exercises and have opportunities to develop language skills within the curriculum. In the Juniors, English lessons include literature and language skills and booster English for students for whom English is a second or additional language. In the Seniors, Year 7 provides small-group ESL booster classes; Years 8 and 9 group pupils by needs and abilities as the path to IGCSE; native speakers attend mainstream classes while ESL students join ESL groups. In Years 10-11, all students prepare for First Language English or ESL examinations, and in Sixth Form ESL students prepare for IELTS. All students are prepared for life beyond school.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral support is not separate; it is integral to everything Aspire does. A supportive environment helps students feel secure and cared for, with the form tutor in secondary years monitoring their progress and social well-being. New students receive a buddy to ease the transition. Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education and Citizenship lessons guide students in developing life skills, including topics such as bullying, internet safety and forming positive relationships. Open evenings, talks, workshops and university fairs provide practical guidance on future pathways and careers.
Parent Experience

Community
Aspire Private British School has a vibrant community that extends learning beyond the classroom through extensive after‑school clubs, events and residential trips. The clubs and activities cover artistic, creative and academic disciplines, and there are opportunities for Debates & Public Speaking and participation in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. National and international trips, environmental activities and cultural events are part of the programme, with students encouraged to request clubs and activities. The school observes cultural and national events such as World Book Day and Cyprus National Day celebrations, and maintains an Alumni network.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Three modern ICT suites provide individual computer access during ICT and Computer Science lessons, with a dedicated school portal providing a safe online environment and interactive whiteboard technology. The science facilities include practical laboratories and equipment designed to Ministry of Education guidelines to foster an investigative approach to science. There is an Art and Design Studio and a Music Room with equipment that support creative and practical learning in a productive environment. The sports pitches support physical education and the delivery of GCSE and A Level Physical Education qualifications to promote a healthy lifestyle. The premises are welcoming and spacious and the school emphasizes the quality of teaching and learning taking place in classrooms.

Sports Facilities
The school has sports pitches for outdoor activities. The delivery of GCSE and A Level Physical Education qualifications is part of the sports program. This arrangement promotes a healthy lifestyle.

Academic Facilities
Three modern ICT suites enable individual computer access during ICT and Computer Science lessons. A dedicated school portal provides a safe online environment and interactive whiteboard technology supports lessons. Practical science laboratories and equipment follow Ministry of Education guidelines and foster an investigative approach to science. An Art and Design Studio and a Music Room with appropriate equipment support creative and practical learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Beyond Boundaries introduces Aspire's broad extracurricular offer, including Drama Events and Presentations, House Competitions, Debates and Public Speaking, Cultural Events, Educational Day Trips and National and International Residential Trips. After-school clubs include Arts and Crafts, Football, Basketball, Cricket, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Debating, English Support, Art & Design, Orchestra, Choir, Sewing, Cookery and more. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered and encouraged for eligible students, emphasizing service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation. The programme also features charity events and participation in national and international academic competitions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers opportunities to take part in national and international academic competitions and hosts debates and public speaking events. Debating Society, Public Speaking, and the Moot Court/Mock Trial formats are active within Academic Clubs. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is offered to support service, expeditions, skills and physical recreation as part of student development, alongside A Level Subject Specific Booster Classes and Mathematics Olympiad. English Support and other academic enrichment options are available to students.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative clubs include Orchestra, Choir, Creative Writing, Graphics Club, Film Criticism Club, Art & Design, Sewing, Fashion Sense Society and Cookery. Aspire Dramatic Society runs drama events and presentations as part of the arts program. Additional creative activities include the Dance option and The Art of Great Speeches, along with other after-school performing and design opportunities.

Cultural & Language
Cultural Events are a core feature of co-curricular life. Language activities include Speaking Greek and Greek Dancing, with Traditional Games as part of cultural offerings. National and International Cultural Events are celebrated through clubs and events.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs and activities cover artistic, creative and social pursuits. Examples include Arts and Crafts, Orchestra, Choir, Creative Writing, Graphics Club, Film Criticism Club, Sewing, Cookery, Fashion Sense Society, and Dance, as well as the Aspire Dramatic Society for drama. House Competitions and Quizzes are held regularly, and Debating Society and Public Speaking are active. There are sports clubs such as Football, Basketball and Table Tennis.

Community & Service
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award encourages service to others, expeditions, skills and physical recreation, with camping experiences as a key component. The school organizes fund-raising and charity events and national and international residential trips as part of student community engagement. Environmental activities also form part of the program to promote sustainable practice.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development is reinforced through student leadership activities and international conferences. Aspire's MedMUN Delegates participate in Model United Nations conferences, developing negotiation, research and public speaking skills. Junior Achievement Cyprus recognizes Aspire students for leadership, including a Year 13 student-led team winning the Leadership Award in 2022.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing and physical health are supported through a strong sports and fitness program, including personal fitness and team sports. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award also emphasizes physical recreation and camping experiences. The program also includes performing arts such as piano, ballet and dance, and supports language learning.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the teaching medium across the school. The school delivers the British National Curriculum from age four, leading to GCSE, IGCSE and International A level qualifications, while also offering the Cyprus Apolyterio School Leaving Certificate. ESL support is provided from the Infants through Sixth Form, with Booster English in the Juniors and ESL groups in the Seniors; in Sixth Form ESL students prepare for IELTS.

Immersion Programs
Infants are immersed in phonological exercises daily to build language skills. In Juniors, Booster English supports pupils for whom English is a second or additional language while others study standard English in their year group. In Seniors, some pupils join ESL classes while others remain in mainstream English; ESL focuses on vocabulary and grammar, while the mainstream class emphasizes creative writing and literature. Sixth Form ESL students prepare for IELTS.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Apply Online and arrange the assessment. The school is independent and academically selective for ages 4-18. Entry into the Infants, Juniors and Seniors is by assessment, while Sixth Form admission is based on GCSE results or equivalent assessment. The school aims for September entry and encourages parents to apply as early as January, as spaces are limited; admissions may occur at other times if spaces are available. Parents can fill in an application form online and the Admissions Officer will contact you to arrange the assessment. 2. Infant assessment. The Reception Class is for children from age 4. The activity-based assessment for entry into Infant classes lasts about 30 minutes and involves activities designed to assess potential in a relaxed environment. For general enquiries, contact the Admissions Officer or submit a general enquiry. To start the process, complete an application form. 3. Junior assessment. The assessment for entry into Junior classes lasts about 2 hours and consists of a Maths and an English Reading and Writing test. If you require further information, you can make a general enquiry or call the Admissions Officer. To apply, complete an application form. 4. Senior assessment. The assessment for entry into Senior classes lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes and consists of Mathematics and an English Reading and Writing test. There are more opportunities to join in the Seniors; contact the Admissions Officer for details. To apply, complete an application form. 5. Sixth Form admission. Admission to the Sixth Form is by interview and a minimum entry requirement of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C (9-4) or equivalent are required; alternatively entrance assessments may be taken. Students may join Sixth Form from the Senior School or from other schools. Students must submit their A Level subject choices when registering, their most recent school report, a letter of recommendation from the Head Teacher, and their predicted GCSE grades. 6. Place notification, deposits and getting started. You will be notified of your child's performance. If successful and a place is available you will be offered a space; if there is not a space available you will be offered a waiting list place. To secure a place, the deposit should be returned as soon as possible. A pack with information for starting will be issued and uniforms can be purchased in advance. 7. Getting started. After everything is in place a pack with information for starting in the relevant year group will be issued and your child's uniform can be purchased in preparation for the start of school.

Waitlist
If there is not a space available, a waiting list place is offered.
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