Welcome
MR. HANY SEDRAK
Chairman and CEO
Dear Prospective Families,
Welcome to Own Heliopolis Language School! As the CEO of this institution, my passion for education has been the driving force behind our mission to provide a world-class learning experience.
I believe that education is the cornerstone of personal growth and societal advancement. This belief led us to establish Own Heliopolis Language School in this exceptional location, where students benefit from a stimulating environment that fosters curiosity and critical thinking.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our choice to offer internationally recognized curricula, such as adding American and British Education, ensuring that our students receive a globally competitive education.
We understand that a school is only as strong as its faculty. That’s why we meticulously select highly qualified, passionate educators who inspire a love of learning in their students. Our teachers bring a wealth of experience and expertise from around the world, creating a truly diverse and enriching academic atmosphere.
At our school, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. We invite you to explore our website and discover how we empower students to become lifelong learners and leaders.
We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant community.
Core principles for developing partnerships
- parents and families are the first and continuing educators of their children.
- learning is lifelong and occurs in multiple settings.
- community engagement expands responsibility and resources.
- partnerships grow from mutual trust, respect and responsibility.
- partnerships need committed, collaborative and creative leadership.
Framework of the Home-School Partnerships
Communication
- is active, personal, frequent and culturally appropriate;
- is where schools go out of their way to make families feel welcome and valued;
- is a two-way exchange between families and schools;
- involves not only an exchange of information, but also an opportunity for schools and families to learn about each other;
- makes clear that families are genuine partners and can help solve big problems;
- is open to families’ needs and attitudes;
- acknowledges and celebrates the families’ input;
- is multi-dimensional;
- use different methods (oral, written, face-to-face, phone, email, …….etc.)
Connecting Learning at Home and at School
- the connection between successful partnerships and the child’s learning, including the importance of high expectations from both teachers and parents to the child’s success at school;
- families and schools working together to create positive attitudes to learning in each child;
- ensuring families are informed about and understand their child’s progress;
- families and schools valuing and using the skills and knowledge children bring both from the home to the school and from the school to the home;
- parents working with teachers in the educational decision-making process for their individual child;
- schools becoming a venue and agent for parental self-growth, learning and the development of new skills.
Building Community and Identity
- activities that improve the quality of life in a community while honoring the culture, traditions, values and relationships in that community;
- the work of schools includes aspects of the social, emotional, moral and spiritual development of young people.
Recognizing the Role of the Family
- as primary educators of their children, parents and families have a lasting influence on their children’s attitudes and achievements at school;
- they can encourage their children’s learning in and out of school and are also in a position to support school goals, directions and ethos.
Consultative Decision-Making
- an inclusive approach to school decision-making and parental involvement creates a sense of shared responsibility among parents, community members, teachers and school leaders;
- ensures that parents’ values and interests are heard and respected;
- makes the school more accountable to its community;
- ensures that the values and opinions of families are sought outside the formal school structures
Collaborating Beyond The School
- identifying, locating and integrating community resources which can strengthen and support schools, students and their families.
Participating
- families’ time, energy and expertise can support learning and school programs in many ways.
- working with students on learning activities in classrooms;
- participating in other school activities outside the classroom;
- participating in activities outside the school itself.