General Overview of Al-Quds Bard Preparatory Program (AQB Prep)
Al-Quds Bard Preparatory Program (AQB Prep) is an innovative educational approach for secondary education in Palestine, characterized by student-centered teaching methods that focus on students’ interests, abilities, and potential. Students join the program in the seventh grade at the Arab Institute School in Abu Dis/Jerusalem, a private boys’ school affiliated with the Jerusalem Directorate. AQB Prep has received preliminary accreditation from the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education. Students in this program are taught in classes with no more than 20 students to ensure they receive high-quality education from a well-trained and qualified teaching staff.
Vision of Al-Quds Bard Preparatory Program (AQB Prep)
Towards secondary education that equips Palestinian society with thoughtful and active citizens.
Mission of Al-Quds Bard Preparatory Program (AQB Prep)
To create a generation of students who possess theoretical, practical, and intellectual skills, communication and interpersonal skills, and the attitudes necessary for local and global citizenship.
Curriculum and Educational Systems in the Program
Students study the curricula approved by the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education for both national and international tracks. The majority of the courses are in English starting from the 10th grade through to the 12th grade, after being trained to master the language, but they will study principally in Arabic in the 7th grade. The number of English language lessons is doubled to ensure that students are prepared well for international exams. School days are from Sunday to Thursday, and the school calendar follows the Ministry of Education’s schedule for holidays and religious occasions.
Admission Process to the Program
Students are admitted to the program following these procedures:
Firstly: Admission Requirements:
- Application Form: Submit a completed application form by the specified deadline.
- School Certificate: Provide an official copy of the 6th-grade certificate of Fall semester.
- Interview: Attend an interview (if shortlisted), where the student discusses his interests, experiences, and aspirations.
Secondly: Registration Link:
Applications for those wishing to join Al-Quds Bard Preparatory Program (AQB Prep) at the Arab Institute School will be accepted starting from February 15, 2025. Priority for consideration will go to applications that are complete by March 15, 2025.
Please use the following registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/
Contact Information:
For further information, please contact the school via the following:
- E-mail: aqbprep@bard.alquds.edu
- Mobile: +972525284471
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