Preserving Arab Identity and Promoting Excellence in Arabic Education
At Northgate, Arab identity and heritage are central to our vision. The Arabic Studies Department demonstrates this commitment by fostering language, faith, and culture in every student.
Key Areas of Our Arabic Studies Programme
Implementation of the Egyptian Ministry of Education Arabic Curriculum
We deliver the official Egyptian Ministry of Education curriculum in foundational subjects that connect students to our heritage, including:
● Arabic Language
● Religious Education
● Social Studies
Delivering Arabic Identity Subjects to International Educational Standards
Our Arabic language classes are student-centred and designed to meet international standards. We support each learner with effective teaching strategies, including:
Active learning strategies
Differentiated instruction
Assessment for learning
All students, unless exempt, are required to study:
○ Arabic Language and Religious Education from the Foundation Stage
○ Social Studies from Grade 4
Celebrating Arab Culture and Heritage Through School Events and Experiences
We celebrate Arab culture and heritage through a range of Arabic activities and events. These experiences foster pride in students’ identity, language, and traditions.
Arabic Language as an Accredited IGCSE Subject
We prepare students to study Arabic as an IGCSE subject in Grade 10, an internationally recognized achievement that maintains cultural relevance.
Official Egyptian Ministry of Education Examinations
Students take mid- and end-of-year Ministry exams according to the national schedule.