Craig Halsall, Principal of Reach British School, was recently quoted in Al Bayan, as school administrations across the UAE began a season of intensive preparation ahead of the new academic year, finalising academic plans and getting classrooms, teachers and timetables ready before students return. Mr Halsall spoke about how that first week is approached specifically at Reach British School, from what makes it such an important part of the year to the relationships it helps build before lessons properly begin. You can read the original interview on Al Bayan here: Schools Step Up the Pace of Preparations to Welcome Students A Decisive First Week "The first week of school is a highly important milestone. It isn't limited to starting the academic journey. During this week, the priority is to put programmes and plans in place that keep the first term running smoothly, building students' sense of joy, belonging and enthusiasm, and making sure every student feels welcomed, safe and ready to learn." - Craig Halsall, Principal, Reach British School Building Relationships From Day One He explained that the first days give teachers, staff, students and parents a chance to build positive relationships and set goals that are shared and clear, shaping the atmosphere for the whole academic year. "The first days give teachers, staff, students and parents the chance to build positive relationships and set shared, clear goals, which shapes the atmosphere for the whole academic year." - Craig Halsall, Principal, Reach British School Meeting the New Teacher Mr Halsall pointed out that the meeting between a student and a parent with the new teacher plays an important role early on, introducing them to the school's values, the structure of the school day, and the principles of learning and behaviour that guide the year ahead. Read the Full Interview Read the complete interview on Al Bayan: Schools Step Up the Pace of Preparations to Welcome Students
