Aspire Private British School

Tombs of the Kings Avenue, Paphos 8046, Cyprus.

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

Independent private school delivering the British National Curriculum.

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.

Cyprus

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.

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.

Small class sizes.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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