School of Knowledge

Established in September 1990, School of Knowledge is a primary school in Sharjah offering classes from Kindergarten to Grade 6. The co-educational facility follows the UK National Curriculum for England and Wales and has 1,800 students and 110 teachers.

In 2012, the school was taken over by St. Mary’s Group of Schools – an organisation owned by the Catholic Church. All facilities owned by St. Mary’s Group of Schools are known for providing quality yet affordable education.

• Al Ghafia
• Al Nuaimiya
• Al Ramtha
• Al Rashidiya

Al Ghafia, Sharjah, located between Al Azra and Al Sabkha, offers spacious villas. This family-friendly community is close to the Sharjah-Ajman border and has a well-connected transport system. Al Nuaimiya, also tucked close to the Sharjah-Ajman border, is home to some most sought-after properties in Ajman, including a mix of commercial and residential properties. Al Ramtha is a suburban area in the city that offers villas and a few residential plots. Al Ramtha residents enjoy easy access to Ajman. Al Rashidiya Ajman mostly has high-rise residential buildings and is close to the emirate of Sharjah.

School of Knowledge relocated to a new, modern campus in 2005. The two-storey building has premium facilities, including classrooms, a library, an indoor multi-purpose sports hall and a swimming pool. Students of Grade 4 to Grade 6 can use the safe and hygienic pool.

The school library, on the other hand, has a reference and study section. Junior classes have their own class libraries, and all students get a weekly library period. Computer and Science Laboratories at the School of Knowledge Sharjah are well-equipped with the latest gadgets and equipment.

The SEN department at SOK has a counsellor and an SEN educator responsible for working with class teachers to support students with special education needs.

Parents are asked to go through their child’s school diary every day. They should also sign the diary and write their remarks regularly.

The School of Knowledge near Al Nuaimiya Street is based in Al Azra, Sharjah. Other schools in the vicinity include Victoria English School, New Indian Model School and Al Resalah International School of Science.

SOK working under the St Mary’s Group of Schools, is owned by the Vicariate of Southern Arabia. The school’s vision is to strive for excellence and success while seeking new horizons for personal growth. Core values of the school include:

• Enabling students to become global citizens that can face the challenges of the 21st century
• Developing creative and critical thinking in students
• Fostering a sense of honesty and justice to serve others
• Providing collaborating learning environment for teachers, students and parents

The three core goals of the School of Knowledge are:

• Academic Excellence
• Leadership – Training
• Character Building

School of Knowledge welcomes students from KG to Grade 6. All classes offered are divided into two sections.

iPrimary (an e-learning) programme for English, Science and Mathematics is based on the British National Curriculum with an International Approach. The iPrimary English curriculum ensures students are engaged in learning and can effectively communicate in English. Students following iPrimary will be able to:

• Ask effective questions
• Think creatively
• Make connections between ideas and share their learning
• Take responsibility for their learning
• Work together to develop thinking and knowledge
• Develop lifelong learning skills to excel in secondary school and beyond
• Solve independent problems

Core subjects include:

English teachers strive to promote high language and literacy standards and ensure that children have a strong command of the spoken and written language. Teachers pay attention to developing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in students.

The Mathematics curriculum ensures that children develop strong mathematical basics and solve complex problems over time.

Science subjects taught at SOK help develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding. Kids are familiarised with different research to understand the uses and implications of science in real life.

Social studies involve working with basic subjects like history, geography, and the UAE and the world’s culture.

As for languages, all SOK students have to learn Arabic as a compulsory subject. Urdu, Hindi and French are offered as optional languages.

The academic calendar for SOK runs from Late August/September until July.

The School of Knowledge admission process starts with online registration. Interested parents should submit the online application form available on the school’s website as quickly as possible as only limited seats are available. After submitting the application form, the applicant needs to clear the entrance exam in basic subjects such as Mathematics, Science and English. The selection for admission depends on the entrance exam result and the decision of school management.

Parents are asked to submit these documents at the time of admission:

• Emirates ID card of students (original and two copies)
• Passport and visa of applicant and parents (two copies)
• Birth certificate (copy)
• Four recent passport size photographs of the applicant
• Immunisation record
• Copy of recent result card
• Transfer certificate (original)

The mentioned fee is quoted in an annual figure and can be paid term wise.

Here’s a term-wise breakdown of the School of Knowledge’s annual tuition fee.

Regular sports and games classes are offered to enhance the physical and mental growth of students.

Students of Grade 4 to Grade 6 can participate in Cubs and Brownies based on their interests and potential. Parental approval is mandatory for participating in these tasks. Students can also engage in indoor games such as table tennis, carom and chess inside an air-conditioned hall.

Other co-curricular activities include:

Students are taken on field trips every month. This helps them connect their curriculum knowledge with the real world.

The school doctor manages a well-equipped medical clinic. The clinic’s staff is responsible for carrying out a regular check-up. Updated general medical history and vaccination records are maintained at the school clinic.

There is a full-time nurse to deal with minor emergencies and accidents that occur during school hours. The school clinic monitors the height and weight assessment of students.

Parents are kept informed about their child’s progress regularly. Parents’ visit is organised thrice in an academic year, after each examination. Parents are informed about the meeting date and time in advance. They are also welcomed to meet teachers by scheduling an appointment in advance.

• Telephone: +971-6-524-9797 | +971-6-524-9966
• Email: sok1990shj@gmail.com
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