The BISC Newsletter 29th May 2025
Eid Al Adha Holiday Update
The lunar sighting of 'Dhu'l Hijja' last Tuesday evening revealed that the first day of Eid Al Adha will be Friday 6th June; and Thursday 5th June is the eve of Eid Al Adha (Arafa), which is also a public holiday.
Accordingly, this year the School will observe Eid Al Adha break from Thursday 5th, until Tuesday 10th June, inclusive. School resumes as normal on Wednesday 11th June.
We wish the whole BISC community a blessed Eid.
Senior School News
Instituto Marangoni Visit BISC
The Careers team and the Art department welcomed a specialist from the Instituto Marangoni in Milan, to talk to Year 10 and Year 12 Visual Arts students about careers in art and design. The students came away with practical knowledge regarding building their portfolios for application to Fashion, Interior and Product Design courses, as well as having been given an insight into the contemporary and international arts scenes.
السيد بان كي مون - ضيف الشرف والمتحدث الرسمي في حفل التخرج لدفعة 2025
احتفاءًا بزيارة السيد/ بان كي مون - الأمين العام الثامن للأمم المتحدة - لمدرستنا، والذي سيكون ضيف الشرف والمتحدث الرسمي في حفل التخرج لدفعة 2025، قدّمت الطالبتان ماسة د. وملك ع. تعريفًا بضيفنا الكريم خلال طابور الصباح. ومن الجدير بالذكر أن هذه الزيارة تُعد من المرّات النادرة التي يُلقي فيها أمين عام سابق للأمم المتحدة كلمة في حفل مدرسي في مصر. أشارت الطالبتان إلى أن وجود السيد/ بان كي مون بيننا في حفل التخرج يمثل شرفًا كبيرًا للمدرسة، ويحمل رسالة قوية عن أهمية القيادة، والنزاهة وخدمة الآخرين.
Mr Ban Ki-moon, Guest of Honour and Key Speaker at the BISC 2025 Graduation Ceremony
In celebration of the visit by Mr Ban Ki-moon - the eighth Secretary General of the United Nations between 2007 and 2016 - to our school, as the keynote speaker at the 2025 Graduation Ceremony, students Massa D and Malak A briefed the school about our esteemed guest during the flag ceremony. Both students emphasised that Mr Ban Ki-moon’s presence at BISC graduation ceremony is a great honour and sends a message about the importance of leadership, integrity and service to others.
History Revision Board Games
As part of the Year 10 History students' revision for their end of year exams, they were tasked with creating History board games that would be fun and educational. Not only did the students design some fantastic games, but the level of commitment to the creation of these was fantastic, ensuring that all of the History department could enjoy playing and learning with these! Well done to all those involved.
Year 6 Transition to Senior School
The Year 6 transition at BISC was a fantastic experience for all involved. Our Year 6 students showcased exceptional enthusiasm as they explored the Senior School and the diverse subjects available to them. Senior School teachers were excited to welcome Year 6 into their subject transition lessons. In Art, pupils created the front covers of their new Year 7 sketchbooks on the theme of food. The week concluded with team-building activities on Thursday afternoon, which were a great success, bringing together students and parents in a series of engaging challenges that fostered collaboration and fun. Overall, it was a wonderful week, and we eagerly look forward to welcoming our Year 6 students into Year 7 this August!
Junior School News
Key Stage 1 Assembly and Stars of the Week
Find below our Stars of this Week:
1N: Rafael, 1T: Abdelhamid, 1E: Noah, 1H: Omar, 2L: Amina, 2B: Sina, 2S: Selim K and 2F: Kamillia.
Key Stage 2 Assembly and Stars of the Week
The Key Stage 2 Stars of this Week are:
3O: Amina M, 3M: Nelly N,3B: Ali E & Mamdouh S, 3F: Nelly B, All of Year 4, 5S: Tamara R, 5C: Morad M, 5B: Tamara E and All of Year 6.
The Key Stage 2 Mathematicians of this Week are:
Year 3: Nuray E, Year 5: Rokaya E and Year 6: Rafea E.
طلاب الصف السادس يقودون تحية العلم هذا الاسبوع
نشكر كل من زيد و، رافع س، عمر ن وسليم هـ، من طلاب الصف السادس، على قيادة تحية العلم هذا الأسبوع.
Honouring Students Who Led the Flag Ceremony this Week
We would like to thank Zayd W (Y6F), Rafea S (Y6F), Omar N (Y6I) and Salim H Y6M), who proudly led the School’s flag ceremony this Thursday.
Sports News
On 23rd May 2025, BISC was delighted to send seven teams and 83 enthusiastic students to the CISSA U10 and U12 Boys and Girls Football Tournament. The day was a true celebration of sport, teamwork and school spirit, with every player representing BISC with pride and determination.
In the girls’ competitions, our U12 team delivered a superb performance, finishing as champions after a series of impressive matches. The U10 Girls Blue team also claimed the top spot, demonstrating excellent skill and composure throughout the tournament. Meanwhile, the U10 Girls Pink team showed great resilience and teamwork, earning a well-deserved second place and providing some of the most exciting moments of the day.
Turning to the boys, the U12 Pink team impressed with their commitment and tactical play, securing a strong second-place finish. The U10 Boys Pink team also performed admirably, finishing as runners-up after a series of closely contested games. Both the U10 and U12 Boys Blue teams should be commended for their positive attitude, teamwork and sportsmanship. They played with real spirit, supported one another and contributed greatly to the positive atmosphere of the event.
Across all age groups, our students displayed exemplary behaviour, respect for opponents and a genuine love for the game. The support from coaches and families was outstanding, helping to make the tournament a memorable experience for everyone involved. Congratulations to all our players for their achievements and for upholding the values of BISC sport. The future of football at our school is certainly bright.
English Transition
This week, Year 6 pupils began their English transition lessons with the Senior School English department. These sessions are designed to give pupils a taste of the Year 7 curriculum, build confidence and support a smooth transition. The pupils have enjoyed exploring new texts and working with different teachers, and it has been a great opportunity to spark enthusiasm for the challenges and creativity ahead in Senior School.
The Power of Stories
This week, students celebrated Elmer Day by reading Elmer by David McKee. Through this engaging literacy experience, pupils explored important values such as kindness, friendship and embracing differences. The activity shows how stories can be powerful tools for building empathy and encouraging children to be proud of who they are. Even in Year 6, the simple yet profound message of a picture book like Elmer sparked thoughtful discussions and reminded pupils that these values remain relevant at every age.
Alex Trip
Year 4 recently set off on their very first residential trip - an exciting overnight adventure to the vibrant city of Alexandria. Over two action-packed days, pupils explored some of the city's most famous sights, including the Ancient Roman Amphitheatre, the impressive Qaitbay Citadel and the spectacular Bibliotheca Alexandrina (the Alexandria Library). One of the biggest highlights was the visit to the Library’s Planetarium, where pupils were taken on an exciting journey through our solar system. The trip was a fantastic mix of learning, discovery and fun from start to finish!
انتهاء طلاب الصف السادس من اختبارات نهاية العام في مواد الهوية الوطنية
أتم طلاب الصف السادس الابتدائي اختبارات نهاية العام في مواد الهوية: اللغة العربية، التربية الدينية، والدراسات الاجتماعية.
سيقوم المعلمون خلال الأسابيع المقبلة بإفادة الطلاب عن آدائهم كدعم لاستمرار التطور والتعلم.
كل الشكر لطلابنا على جهدهم وتركيزهم خلال العام الدراسي!
Year 6 Pupils Complete End-of-Year Exams in the Three Identity Subjects
We are pleased to inform you that our Year 6 pupils have successfully completed their end-of-year exams in the Identity Subjects: Arabic, Religion and Social Studies.
Over the coming weeks, teachers will be providing pupils with feedback to support their continued growth and learning.
Well done to all our pupils for their hard work and focus!
Year 2 Class Concerts
Our four Year 2 classes presented wonderful concerts this week. The pupils have enjoyed rehearsing the musical items and performed with excellent musicality and focus. They sang three songs linked to this year’s topics, as well as performing two pieces on glockenspiel and an instrumental piece they had composed themselves based on famous landmarks around the world.
Upcoming Events
KS1 and KS2 Assessment | Week beginning 1st June |
Y6 El-Alamein Trip | Sunday 1st - Wednesday 4th June |
Y3M Class Assembly | Wednesday 4th June, at 14:00 |
Year 2 Exit Point | Wednesday 4th June, at 14:00 |
KS1 and KS2 Assessment | Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th May |
Y3B Class Assembly | Thursday 12th June |
Pyjama Day | Thursday 12th June |
KS1 Swimming Showcase 1T and 1N 1E and 1H 2L and 2S 2B and 2F | From 12:35 to 13:45 Sunday 15th June Monday 16th June Tuesday 17th June Thursday 19th June |
KS1 Splash Day | Thursday 19th June |
Foundation Stage News
Foundation Stage 1 Performance
Many of you will know that the highlight of the FS1 calendar is the annual production. The children have now auditioned, the roles have been cast, and rehearsals have begun. So far, all is going very well, the children are clearly enjoying participating and are looking forward to presenting their talents to their friends and families.
Foundation Stage 2 Graduation Ceremony
This year, there is a common theme between the FS1 Production and the FS2 Graduation - Disco. Both events will involve audience participation, and the parents are invited to join in the fun, soak up the atmosphere and wear their favourite disco garments.
What Foundation Stage 2 Learnt this Week
This week, the children have continued to enjoy role-play in our classroom airport. Bringing in their own suitcases to share with friends was very popular and led to some great writing opportunities, especially list-making and labelling.
We were also pleased to welcome a flight attendant to our class. The children listened carefully as she explained her role and how she helps to keep passengers safe and comfortable during a flight. They had some thoughtful questions and really enjoyed learning more about what happens on board an aeroplane.
Upcoming Events
FS1 Performance | Thursday 19th June, at 13:00, in the Theatre |
FS2 Graduation Ceremony | Tuesday 24th June, at 13:00, in the Theatre |
FS End of Year Reports Issued | Thursday 26th June |