English International School Newsletter of the 27th November 2025

Dear Parents,

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, which is a day to be celebrated today in America, we give thanks for our blessings. The end of the first term at school is drawing near. Whilst we extend our compliments of the season to all, we continue to keep those who grieve at this time in our thoughts and prayers.

Please consider the following information and reminders for your diaries:

Holiday Collection Basket

As we think of those who are not as fortunate as we are, we prepare items to donate to a local orphanage. If you have good quality used clothes or toys, please gather them together to bring to school from 2nd - 11th December. Baskets will be placed in front of the administration building and at the Middle and Lower Schools for collection. Donations of dried food items, such as rice, beans and other grains are also accepted.

Mock Examinations, Years 11 – 13

Mock IGCSE and AS/A-level examinations will be held from 1st – 5th December, inclusive. Exam timetables have been distributed and letters have gone out to the parents of students involved. Teachers will hold post-mock examinations meetings with parents and students in January.

Reports Out and Child Progress Conferences

Reports will go out on Thursday, 11th December. Teachers will set times with parents for Child Progress Conferences to be held either in school, by phone or virtually.

Preparing for next term

In preparing for next term, I refer you to the Uniform and Equipment section of our school website. Please devote ample time to making sure that your child has the correct uniform and footwear, and that your child will be ready to come to school neatly dressed and groomed. It is important to note that certain hair attachments/styles are not appropriate for school and could be hazardous when working in the science laboratory. We continue to recommend reusable water flasks for students, which are more practical and environmentally friendly. All students should come to school with a water bottle of appropriate size.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Yours sincerely,

Rebecca Khelseau-Carsky

Head teacher