About the School British School of Zanzibar (BSZ) is a private school that offers international Nursery and Primary education that follows both British and Tanzanian Curriculum. It is a social enterprise that is structured as a non-profit under company decree. BSZ is less than a 3 minutes drive from Stone Town, and just 10 minutes from the Zanzibar International Airport. Three Zanzibari businesswomen aiming to provide an adequate educational experience for the youth of Zanzibar established the school the 31st of January 2007. In addition to the school’s integrative approach to education, its demographic is multicultural; being made up of students from many parts of the world. Not only is the student body representative of a microinternational society, but also BSZ accommodates and financially supports orphans, less privileged children, and pupils with special needs. Currently, 20% of the pupils at BSZ receive a free education at the school’s expense. We welcome families of all nationalities and are sure that we can provide your child with a unique opportunity to flourish socially, cognitively, emotionally, and physically. We offer a very high standard of education, which is broad-based, yet tailored to meet the child’s individual needs. The academic environment at BSZ is purposeful, stimulating, and challenging. The children flourish, grow in self-confidence, and above all, fulfil their potential. The environment at BSZ is happy and relaxed so that your child feels at home and secure. Our teachers are well qualified, experienced in delivering British Curriculum, dedicated to the promotion of high quality learning at BSZ, and overall, passionate about what they teach. The favourable teacher/pupil ratio and utilization of excellent resources will help ensure your child’s success. Our pupils are encouraged to be enquiring, creative, reflective, and motivated learners. At BSZ, the individual talents of the children are nourished and celebrated. We actively encourage an open partnership between home and school, with parents participating in all areas of school life. We warmly invite prospective parents and their children to visit our school to experience firsthand what we have to offer.
Vision statement.
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o be number one international school in Zanzibar that promote excellence education and provide hope to the orphans/less privileged children for a brighter future.
Mission statement.
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he mission of British School of Zanzibar is to guide student to become productive and contributing member of society. All teachers will provide a strong academic and co-curricular program in a safe and caring environment that encourage respect, selfworth, creativity, and academic growth . The management, parent and staff shall bring together their proficiency in such ways that students respect themselves and others, appreciate the value of mixture and individual creativity, recognize the problems and opportunities of change, seek a set of ethical standard that allows them to succeed in the world they inherit, and experience the joy of learning as a lifelong process.
Joy & Happiness at School
Our Curriculum
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he British School of Zanzibar provides
The UK Foundation Stage
high quality combination of British style
At the British School of Zanzibar the
of international education and Zanzibar
Foundation Stage Curriculum is followed for
curriculum.
pupils in the Nursery and Reception, Year 1
We begin an academic programme at age 2 ½ year
and 2 classes (ages 2 ½ - 9 years old) and is
when children join us in the Nursery class. Children
organized into six areas of learning:
in Nursery & Reception (Foundation Stage),
Personal,
aged 2 ½ - 4 years old, follow the Foundation Stage based on the British Government’s Early Learning Goals. The British School of Zanzibar, although basing its curriculum largely on the UK model, also reflects our Zanzibar locations. We provide an appreciation of the different cultures and religions from which our children come. During our assemblies, children share their talents as well as experiences and parents are warmly invited to watch and participate.
social
and
emotional
development Communication, language and literacy Mathematical development Knowledge and understanding of the world Physical development Creative development The Early Learning Goals establish expectations for most children to reach by the end of the Foundation Stage, but are not a curriculum in themselves. They are organized into the six basic areas and provide the basis for planning throughout the Foundation Stage, so laying secure foundations for future learning. It is a curriculum that not only acts as a transition between home and school but also starts children off with the learning habits necessary to access education at a later age.
Ms.Swami Mohammed Founder and Managing Director TANZANIA
Ms. Aysharose Mattembe Director TANZANIA
Mr. Khalifa Makame Director TANZANIA
Ms. Muna Mohammed Director TANZANIA
Mr. Arssante Malone Head Teacher AMERICAN
Ms. Asha Abeid Kiswahili Teacher and Librarian TANZANIA
Mr. Fauz Salim ICT Teacher TANZANIA
Mr. Gilbert Swai Upper primary coordinator TANZANIA
Ms. Engaisi English Teacher TANZANIA
Mr. Jacob Ntwali Science Teacher TANZANIA
Mr. Saxon Mathematics Teacher ZIMBABWEAN Ms. Lucy Nyambura Year 2 Teacher KENYAN
Ms. Zainab Clark Year 1 Teacher Lower primary coordinator AMERICAN
Ms. Janine Nursery/Reception (coordinator) AMERICAN
School Support Staff
Ms. Ashura Jumanne Reception Teacher (Assistance) TANZANIA
Ms. Zahra Hamid Nursery Teacher TANZANIA
Ms. Fatma Simba Nursery Teacher (Assistance) TANZANIA
Ms. Pili Juma Faki – (Tanzanian) Administration Officer Ms. Shumbana Moh’d Majid – (Tanzanian) Administration Officer Ms. Ashibaye Abdallah Almas - Cooker Mr. Bakar Abdi Hassan – Driver Mr. Seif Khamis Seif – Driver Mr. Mohammed Mbwana Mohammed – Driver Mr. Mohamed Ali Suleiman – Cleaner Mr. Nadir Ali Mwichum – Security Guard Mr. Ame Ali Hamad – Security Guard
Admission
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e
accept
applications
on a rolling basis. Our school
accommodates
pupils from Nursery and
Reception to Year 6, aged from 3 to 15 years old.
We encourage any and all prospective parents, teachers, and students to come visit our school and experience first-hand the British School of Zanzibar. For more detailed information concerning our enrollment and admission policies, please contact our Admission’s Office to arrange your visit, or to receive our brochure and registration form: The British School of Zanzibar Tel: +255 245 500 433 Mob + 255 713 648 864, +255 777 413 585. Fax: +255 242 232 817 Email: smilefuture@zanlink.com
Bsz Orphanage Project. British School of Zanzibar in Partnership with Tabasam Foundation non profit organization registered in Zanzibar established a project called BSZ Orphanage in 2007. The program aims to reach as many children as possible , spread love and reason into their lives, make a difference by creating services and programs that develop a range of life skills needed to live independently and become productive citizens through education. Over the years this program grew and thanks to the support of many, BSZ Orphanage project funds group of 10 children by paying their school fees at British School of Zanzibar and other Secondary schools, this support supplies to them instruction in values, morals and practical solutions, enhance the quality of their lives and give them tools they need to succeed in future, we believe in investing in them by providing love, care, education, training and leadership. BSZ seeks funding assistance to improve and expand its orphanage project by enrolling more orphan/less privileged students to British School of Zanzibar and other schools in Zanzibar and overseas. Individuals, organizations, companies and any other people can partner with us in bringing hope to children in need through sponsorship or volunteer to school engaged, particularly by giving us donations such as: • Funds • External assistance • Volunteer • Scholarships to higher educations • Furniture and material to school engaged You can make a different today! Give what you can to those who need it most - every bit helps! All funds donated to Bsz will be used to Orphanage project. Non of your contribution will go to Administrative or other expenses . For further information on BSZ Orphanage please contacts us through:Tabasam Foundation (NGO registered in Zanzibar) Te: +255 777413585, +255 713648864, +255 778658865 E: info@tabasamtours.com, info@tabasamfoundation.or.tz www.tabasamfoundation.or.tz
Vision and Mission Statement Spread hope, love and reason into the lives of orphaned and less privileged children. With support from donors like you, we aim to reach as many orphaned and less privileged children as possible. Our goal right now is 20% of student enrolment, and that can only be achieved by supplemental assistance. We aim to create lasting partnerships between individuals and businesses to raise funds and implement sustainable programs to release orphaned and less privileged children from social, economical, and physical poverty and enable them to become responsible and productive citizens.
Donate You can make a difference today! Give what you can to those who need it most - every bit helps! All funds donated to BSZ will be used in our project. None of your contributions will go towards administrative costs or other expenses. Please select the cause(s) you would like to donate to:
Tuition Assistance Support an Orphan/less privileged child for at least one year or more at BSZ. Pay a tuition fee for one child or more. We will forward to you an up-to-date report and photos of the child after each term. General contribution Anything that you feel might help at our school: computers, printers, books, stationeries or general funds. We have 1,220 square meters that needs to be developed at our school. Any materials or funds would be put to good use.
Volunteer assistance. Come and teach children aged 2 1/2 to 15 years old. Our classes range from Nursery to Year 6, and we are looking for a minimum commitment of one year. Also, you can come and train/support teachers during their stay for a minimum of one year.
Events Swimming “Swim day make a Splash”
Swim Day at the Zanzibar Resort is more than a splash. Our pupils enjoy a well-deserved day in the sun with their beloved staff. A few our students even learn some new swimming techniques. Every month, all students are invited to join our special swim classes right on the beach. “We swim and play games,” said Mr. Arssante, the Head Teacher, “but we also show the students basic breathing and water techniques so that everyone is safe and engaged.”
Events YEAR 5 AND 6 STUDENTS: THE GREAT DEBATERS This week, Swahili teacher Miss Asha combined the Year 5 and Year 6 classes to let them compete in our first monthly debate. Our topic of discussion was whether or not educating girls is more important than educating boys�. The debate was very intriguing and came down to a split decision of votes. Year 5 won by only 1 vote. Our pupils conduct intense academically challenging debates once a month. Debating help strengthen their understanding of proper rhetoric.
Events SPELLING BEE
Some of the words seemed really easy, but there were a lot of difficult ones, too,” said Ian, Year 6. If the judges ring their bell, that means you’re out. You did not want to hear that bell ring.”
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his week, every student at BSZ got together for the Term 2 Spelling Bee. Each class conducted their own spelling bee to choose two finalists. From there, the winning students competed in the championship round on Thursday.
After some very difficult words and heavy competition, we are pleased to announce that our spelling winners are:
Brian, Year 3 Labib, Year 2 Ian, Year 6 The other finalists were: Fahmi (1), Manayata (1), Buthaina (2), Samuel (3), Shamsiyah (4), Maryam (4), Sulhiya (5), Khalissa (5), and Nihal (6).
Events ANSARI BUDO KAI, HELPING OTHERS THROUGH MARTIAL ARTS At BSZ, our Head Teacher Mr. Arssante shares his martial arts experience with our pupil by teaching them the traditional style of karate, Goju Ryu. Not only do our students learn about self-defense, but also they learn self-control, discipline, history, meditation, and Japanese. Mr. Arssante has been studying various forms of martial art for over ten years, and we are proud to offer our pupils such an engaging after-school activity.
Events CAPOEIRA CLASSES ARE FUN AND HEALTHY FOR EVERYONE
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At BSZ, our students enjoy many after-school extra curricular activities. We offer a physically demanding Capoeira class taught and supervised by Quarter-Maestro Fahad. Mr. Fahad comes to us with over 15 years of experience and has been teaching our pupils at BSZ for almost 6 months. Our students learn about the historical development of Capoeira, traditional musical instruments, how to  are honored to have Mr. Fahad combine dance with self-defense. We at BSZ with us.
Events BSZ GOES TO THE FUTURE Students at BSZ looked to the future! More specifically, they came to school dressed in the clothes of their future jobs.
We had a whole variety of costumes, science teacher Mr. Jacob said.
There were doctors, pilots, teachers‌ even a spy.
Events MUSIC ROCKS THE SCHOOL Music has always been an integral part of self-expression. It is an art form that transcends cultures, countries, and languages. At BSZ we are proud to offer our pupils a mutlitude of electives that allow them to develop a sense of artistic expression by way of studying music. Many of our pupils in turn showcase their craft at our annual talent shows. Music Rocks Our School and we’re proud to offer it.
Events SCIENCE FAIR BSZ hosted the school’s first annual all-ages science fair. The judges were Miss Asha, Mr. Fauz, and special guest judge Dr. Eli from America. After a lot of difficult choices, the five winners were: Dhyey (4), Daphne (5), Patrick (6), Shamsiyah (4), and Ian (6). Congratulations!
Events STUDENTS GETTING ACTIVE Sports Day has become a bi-annual tradition at BSZ. Twice a year, students are grouped into different teams (Red and Blue). They compete in a variety of sports. This year, we had a tug-of-war, a water balloon toss, an obstacle course, and many others.
Events Coding for the FUTURE!
Based on suggestions from some of our parents, the ICT class has incorporated basic coding into the curriculum. Under the supervision of Mr. Fauzi, students use interactive games to learn how to make programs.
Events YOGA CLASSES GIVE STUDENTS A PEACEFUL AFTERNOON
Yoga is such a calming and healthy experience,” explains Ms. Engaisi. “Many of our students are quite good at it too. I’ve been very impressed with their flexibility and breathing, especially the younger ones. Next term, I hope even more students will join the class.
Events LEARNING ABOUT EARTH In May, years 3 to 6 traveled to a very special permaculture farm and education center in Maungani. “While there, one of the instructors Miss Laura gave us a private tour of the school”, “We learned about mulch and dead plants,” said Mussa from Year 4. “We learned about good soil and bad soil. And we learned about how to use our toilets to make the soil better.” In permaculture, everything is used and recycled. All the waste goes back to nature. “There was a pond for recycling rainwater,” said Maryam from Year 5. “And a stone oven for making pizzas. It was really interesting!”
Events LEARNING ABOUT WATER Last week, BSZ students were invited to the Super Pure water bottling factory in the Amaan Industrial Complex. They saw firsthand how raw plastic can turn into bottles full of fresh spring water. For about one hour, all BSZ students— from Nursery to Year 6—toured the facilities and saw all the machines as they worked. “There was a big machine that heated up small plastic tubes and turned them into bottles,” explained Dylan from Year 6. “There was a washing machine and a cap machine and a long conveyer belt through the whole room!”
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British School of Zanzibar Tel: +255 779 658 865 Mob: +255 777 413 585 Whatsapp: +255714 913 065 Email: smilefuture@zanlink.com Website: www.bszanzibar.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/BritishSchoolOfZanzibar Skype: tabasamtours1