Parent & Student Handbook


Academic Year 2026-2027

NEW VISION SCHOOL

Parent & Student Handbook

Academic Year 2026-2027

Welcome to New Vision School and to the 2026-2027 academic year. This handbook brings together the practical information families need for a smooth, safe and successful school year.

Please keep it available throughout the year and use the contact routes in this guide so that questions reach the right person quickly.

Need help quickly? Go to Section 11, "Concerns and Quick Help," or Section 12, "Contact Directory and Resources."

Start Here

  1. Check Classera regularly for timetables, homework, assessments, notices and reports.
  2. Use your child's building coordinator for attendance, daily routines, building matters and lost property.
  3. Use the Social Counselling Department for behaviour, wellbeing, attendance patterns and social concerns.
  4. Start academic questions with the subject teacher, then the Head of Department, then Senior Academic Leadership if needed.
  5. Keep all telephone numbers, emergency contacts and authorized collection details up to date.

1. Calendar and the School Day

Academic Calendar 2026-2027

The academic calendar is available in the Parent & Student Resources area of the school website. Families should use the latest online version for term dates, assessment periods, report-card dates, parent-teacher meetings, holidays and school events.

School Timings

Stage Gates Open Assembly / School Day Lessons Begin Dismissal Gates Close
Grades 1-5 6:30 AM 7:15 AM 7:30 AM 12:55 PM 1:10 PM
Grades 6-12 6:30 AM 7:15 AM 7:30 AM 1:45 PM 2:00 PM

Morning entry: The school gates close for morning entry at 7:30 AM. Students arriving after this time must follow the late-arrival procedure in Section 2.

Class and Lesson Timetables

Each student will receive or access the class timetable through Classera. Parents and students should check Classera regularly because it is the official source for timetable updates and academic notices.

2. Attendance, Arrival and Dismissal

Late Arrival - After 7:30 AM

  1. The parent or guardian must accompany the student into the school.
  2. The parent and student must report to the Social Counselling Office.
  3. The student must obtain an entry pass before going to class.
  4. If lateness is repeated, the parent or guardian must contact the Social Counsellor and explain the reason.

Absence

  1. Inform the designated building coordinator when your child will be absent.
  2. If your child uses school transport, also inform the Transportation Department before the scheduled bus time.
  3. Provide a medical certificate from a licensed physician when required for illness-related absence.

Normal Dismissal

  1. Follow the collection arrangements designated for your child's grade.
  2. Arrive at the appropriate dismissal time and collect your child within 10 minutes of dismissal.
  3. Inform the building coordinator or Social Counsellor in advance if the normal collection arrangement changes.
  4. Ensure that your child understands the normal dismissal arrangement.

Early Dismissal

  1. Submit the request through the Social Counselling Office at least one hour in advance.
  2. Collect the student from the Social Counselling Office.
  3. Bring the parent or guardian CPR card and, where relevant, the appointment notice.
  4. If a driver or another authorized person will collect the student, send formal written consent with the person's full name and a copy of their CPR card.

Contact: Your designated building coordinator.
Working hours: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM.
Expected response: within 24 hours.

3. Uniform, Stationery and Supplies

School Uniform

Students are expected to attend school wearing the approved NVS uniform. The following supplier diagrams show the regular uniform for each stage.

Grades 1-4

Please refer to the approved uniform information and supplier diagrams available through the Parent & Student Resources area.

Grades 5-8

Please refer to the approved uniform information and supplier diagrams available through the Parent & Student Resources area.

Grades 9-12

Please refer to the approved uniform information and supplier diagrams available through the Parent & Student Resources area.

Jacket and PE Uniform - All Grades

Formal and Sports Jacket

PE Sportswear

Uniform Suppliers

House of Uniforms: Instagram page

Georgia Uniforms: Instagram page

For uniform-related questions, contact your designated building coordinator.

4. Textbooks, Homework and School Bags

Textbook Distribution

Grades Distribution Date
Grades 1-5 26 August 2026
Grades 6-12 27 August 2026

The building coordinator for each building manages textbook distribution and confirms that books reach the designated students according to the approved schedule.

If a textbook is missing, damaged or not received, report the issue immediately to the building coordinator. The case will be recorded and referred to the relevant department. Replacement is subject to availability.

Optional Home Delivery

Textbook home delivery is available for parents who choose this service.

Homework and Keeping School Bags Light

  1. Homework is assigned by the relevant subject teacher and published in Classera.
  2. Parents and students should check the homework timetable and Classera regularly.
  3. Books remain in student lockers unless they are needed for homework or revision.
  4. Books are sent home on the assignment date and returned by the submission deadline.

Important: Classera is the final source if a teacher publishes an update or change to the schedule below.

Homework Schedule - Grades 1-4

Subject Assignment Submission
Arabic Sunday Monday
English Monday Tuesday
Mathematics Tuesday Wednesday
Science Wednesday Thursday
Social Studies - Arabic and English (Weeks 1 and 3) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 1 and 3
Islamic Studies and Computer (Weeks 2 and 4) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 2 and 4

Homework Schedule - Grades 5-8

Subject Assignment Submission
Arabic Sunday Monday
English Monday Tuesday
Mathematics Tuesday Thursday
Science Wednesday Wednesday
Social Studies - Arabic and English (Weeks 1 and 3) Thursday Monday - Weeks 1 and 3
Islamic Studies and Computer (Weeks 2 and 4) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 2 and 4
Commerce (Weeks 2 and 4) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 2 and 4

Homework Schedule - Grades 9-12

Subject Assignment Submission
Arabic Sunday Monday
English Monday Tuesday
Mathematics Tuesday Wednesday
Science - Physics, Chemistry and Biology / Commerce - Accounting, Economics and Business Wednesday Thursday
Social Studies - Arabic and English (Weeks 1 and 3) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 1 and 3
Islamic Studies and Computer (Weeks 2 and 4) Thursday Sunday - Weeks 2 and 4

Questions about books should be directed to the building coordinator.

Questions about homework should be sent to the subject teacher through Classera.

5. Learning, Assessment and Digital Platforms

Where Information Is Published

Information Official Source
Homework Classera
Assignments Classera
Assessment dates and portions Classera
Class and examination timetables Classera
Attendance and behaviour records Classera
Results, report cards and academic reports Classera
Academic notices and learning resources Classera

Parents should monitor official communication regularly and contact the appropriate educational team member if clarification is required.

Digital Learning Platforms

Platform Purpose Access
Classera Main learning management system for all subjects: homework, assignments, assessments, timetables, attendance, behaviour, report cards and resources. School-provided Classera credentials
IXL Personalized English, Mathematics and Science practice for Grades 1-12, including diagnostics, quizzes and homework. School-provided IXL account
Bravo Arabic-language learning and skills practice. School-provided account
Qubits Computer Science digital books, learning content and practice for Grades 1-8. School-provided account

Account safety: Students and parents should use only their official school accounts and should not share passwords.

IT Support

Channel Details
WhatsApp 17624050
Email Shoukat.tanvir@nvsbh.org
Hours 7:00 AM-2:00 PM
Expected response Within 24 hours

6. Academic Communication

For academic questions or concerns, begin with the person closest to the issue and allow that person time to respond before escalating.

Academic pathway: Subject Teacher > Head of Department > Senior Academic Leadership (Vice Principals)

When to Contact the Educational Team

  1. Homework or assignments
  2. Academic progress or performance concerns
  3. Subject-related questions
  4. Assessment and curriculum questions
  5. Learning support

Teachers and Heads of Department should be contacted through Classera. Communication hours are 7:00 AM-2:00 PM, with an expected response within 24 hours.

Communication etiquette: Do not send the same concern to several staff members at the same time unless the matter has already been escalated.

Heads of Department

Subject Head Grades
Arabic Heba Rabie Mohamed Ghonim 1-12
English Reena Alice Alex 1-12
Mathematics Mohamed Adel Mohamed 1-12
Science Juny Jacob 1-4
Science Sonia Sajan 5-8
Science Shaheena Hameed 9-12
Social Studies Bindu Elsy Kurvilla 1-7
Computer Science Fatima Binte Arshad 1-12
Physical Education Hassan Shamsan 1-12
Art Walaa Helmy 1-12

Senior Academic Leadership

Curriculum Name Grades Email Telephone Ext.
National Curriculum Ahmed Fathi 1-12 Ahmed.fathi@nvsbh.org 17311202 8
British Curriculum Mariam Gulraiz 1-12 Mariam.gulraiz@nvsbh.org 17311202 7

How to Escalate an Academic Concern

  1. Contact the subject teacher through Classera and explain the issue clearly.
  2. If the issue remains unresolved, contact the relevant Head of Department through Classera and include the previous communication.
  3. If further support is required, contact the relevant Vice Principal and provide the full communication history.

7. Student Expectations, Discipline and Support

Student Expectations

At New Vision School, every student is expected to:

  1. Attend school regularly and arrive on time.
  2. Come prepared and ready to learn.
  3. Complete assigned work responsibly.
  4. Treat students and staff with respect.
  5. Follow school and classroom instructions.
  6. Behave safely and responsibly.
  7. Care for school property and personal belongings.
  8. Use technology appropriately.
  9. Respect the learning of others.
  10. Represent New Vision School positively.

Student Discipline

New Vision School follows the approved student discipline regulations. When a behavioural concern occurs, the school applies the appropriate procedure according to the nature and seriousness of the concern.

Parents will be contacted when their involvement is required and are expected to work constructively with the school to support appropriate student behaviour.

The full Student Discipline Regulations are available in Parent & Student Resources on the NVS website.

Which Team Should I Contact?

Building Coordinator / Administrative Supervision Social Counselling Department
Attendance procedures, late arrival, dismissal arrangements, daily routines, movement within the building, administrative matters, facilities, services, lost property and help identifying the correct contact. Student wellbeing and social-emotional safety, behaviour, social concerns, attendance patterns, adjustment to school, integration and school-related difficulties affecting the student.

Building Coordinators / Administrative Supervision

Name Grades Email Telephone Ext.
Dina Mohamed 1-2 Dina.Mohamed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sara Al Bardi 3-4 sara.bardi@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Ahmed 5-6 Zahra.ahmed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Saeed 7, 8A, 8B Zahra.saeed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Hadir Samir 8C, 9, 10 Hadir.samir@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Reem El Sayed 11-12 Riem.Elsayed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3

Social Counselling and Student Support

Name Responsibility / Grades Email Telephone Ext.
Huda Mesbah Head of Social Counselling Huda.mesbah@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sara Al Bardi Grades 1-4 Sara.bardi@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Ahmed Grades 5-6 Zahra.ahmed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Saeed Grades 7-8 zahra.saeed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sayed Sadiq Al Mahfouz Grades 9-12 and 8C S.sadiq@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Azhar Mohammed Grades 9-12 and 8C; Child Protection Officer Azhar.Muhammad@nvsbh.org 17311202 3

Working hours: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM.
Expected response time: within 24 hours.

8. Health and Daily Services

If Your Child Is Sick at Home

  1. Keep your child at home if illness prevents effective participation or may put others at risk of infection.
  2. Inform your designated building coordinator.
  3. Provide a medical certificate from a licensed physician when required.
  4. Do not send a child to school with fever, significant stomach upset, marked weakness or another condition that makes normal participation unsafe.

If a Student Becomes Unwell at School

  1. The student is referred to the school clinic.
  2. The nurse assesses symptoms, checks temperature and determines whether the student can remain in school.
  3. First aid, hydration, rest or other appropriate immediate care is provided when required.
  4. The parent, guardian or authorized emergency contact is informed if the student cannot continue the school day.
  5. The student is released only to an authorized person through the approved dismissal procedure.

Fever: A temperature of 37.5 degrees Celsius or above is treated as a fever. The student should remain at home until recovered and fit to return.

Important Health Information

  1. Keep telephone numbers and emergency contacts accurate and up to date.
  2. Inform the school clinic about chronic conditions, allergies and medication requirements.
  3. Parents should collect an unwell child promptly when contacted.

School Clinic

Telephone: 17311202 Ext. 5

Email: sijisam@nvsbh.org

School Canteen

  1. The canteen operates during break times and serves all grades.
  2. Grade 1 payments are made in cash through the Section Supervisor.
  3. Grades 2-12 may pay in cash.
  4. Students must use designated purchasing times, queue appropriately and follow behaviour expectations.
  5. Parents must inform the School Administration or Section Supervisor in advance of any food allergy. Allergies should also be recorded in the Student Health Information Form.

Canteen enquiries: alaa.attia@nvsbh.org

Lost and Found

  1. Check the classroom and the area where the item was last used.
  2. Inform the relevant staff member and check the designated Lost and Found area.
  3. Contact the building coordinator for items lost inside the building.
  4. For items lost elsewhere on campus, contact the Lost and Found point near the Administration Building.

Items found in a building are retained by the relevant Building Coordinator. Items found in the schoolyard are placed in the designated box near the Administration Building. Unclaimed items are kept for one academic term only.

Label belongings: Clearly label school bags, lunch boxes, water bottles, uniform items, jackets, PE clothing, books, stationery and other personal belongings.

9. School Transportation

Transportation Office

Telephone / WhatsApp: 17691505

Email: najah.ali@nvsbh.org

Contact times: Arrival and dismissal periods; official working hours 7:00 AM-2:00 PM

Essential Procedures

  1. Students are collected and dropped off at the home entrance.
  2. Parents should be ready at the scheduled time and present at the home entrance.
  3. Students must follow the driver's and bus supervisor's instructions and all safety rules.
  4. Inform the Transportation Department in advance of any address change or any day the student will not use the bus.
  5. For transportation matters, use the Transportation Office instead of contacting unrelated departments.

Quick Transportation Guide

Situation What to Do
My child will be absent and uses the bus Inform the building coordinator and the Transportation Department in advance.
My child will not use the bus today Inform the Transportation Department before the scheduled bus time.
My child is late for the bus Contact the Transportation Department immediately for guidance.
The school bus is late Contact the Transportation Department for an update.
I cannot reach the Transportation Office Contact the bus supervisor or driver.
I have another transportation concern Contact the Transportation Department directly.

10. Registration, Accounts and Administration

Registration and Student Records

Contact Registration for student registration, student records and documents, or to update student, parent, guardian, telephone or emergency-contact information.

Telephone / WhatsApp: 17691505

Email: najah.ali@nvsbh.org

Office hours: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM

Accounts and School Fees

Contact the Accounts Office for fees, payments, receipts, balances, payment confirmation and other financial enquiries.

Telephone: 17311202 Ext. 4

WhatsApp: 17311202

Email: zahra.hamdi@nvsbh.org

Office hours: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM

Payment methods: Cash, cheque or Fawri

Administrative and School Services

For general administrative enquiries, school services or help identifying the correct department, contact School Reception. For matters linked to a specific building, begin with the designated building coordinator.

School Reception: (+973) 1731 1202

Email: info@nvsbh.org

11. Concerns and Quick Help

Use the Correct Escalation Pathway

Type of Concern Escalation Pathway
Academic Subject Teacher > Head of Department > Senior Academic Leadership
Attendance, daily routines, administration, facilities or lost property Building Coordinator > Social Counsellor when relevant > Head of Social Counselling
Behaviour or student wellbeing Social Counsellor > Head of Social Counselling

Formal Complaint - Your Voice Matters

If a concern remains unresolved after the appropriate pathway has been followed, a formal complaint may be submitted through Your Voice Matters.

WhatsApp: 17668596

Include the student's name and class, a clear description, relevant dates and information, previous communication, and the parent's contact details.

Quick Problem-Solving Guide

I Need To... What I Should Do
Report an absence Contact the building coordinator; if the student uses the bus, also inform Transportation.
Report a late arrival Accompany the student to the Social Counselling Office for an entry pass.
Collect my child early Contact the Social Counselling Office at least one hour in advance.
Report illness Contact the building coordinator or School Clinic.
Ask about homework Contact the subject teacher through Classera.
Discuss academic progress Start with the teacher, then the Head of Department if needed.
Get platform or login help Use the IT Support contact route.
Update contact information Contact Registration and Student Records.
Ask about fees or payment Contact the Accounts Office.
Request social or behavioural support Contact the Social Counselling Department.
Report a lost item Contact the building coordinator.
Ask a general question Contact School Reception.

12. Contact Directory and Resources

Key Contacts

Office / Service Telephone / WhatsApp Email
School Reception 17311202 Ext. 1 info@nvsbh.org
Social Counselling 17311202 Ext. 3 Huda.mesbah@nvsbh.org
School Clinic 17311202 Ext. 5 sijisam@nvsbh.org
IT Support 17311202 Ext. 6 / 17624050 Shoukat.tanvir@nvsbh.org
Transportation 17311202 Ext. 2 / 17691505 najah.ali@nvsbh.org
Registration 17311202 Ext. 2 / 17691505 najah.ali@nvsbh.org
Accounts 17311202 Ext. 4 / 17311202 zahra.hamdi@nvsbh.org
Canteen - alaa.attia@nvsbh.org
Vice Principal / British Curriculum 17311202 Ext. 7 mariam.gulraiz@nvsbh.org
Vice Principal / National Curriculum 17311202 Ext. 8 ahmed.fathi@nvsbh.org
Your Voice Matters 17668596 -

Building Coordinators / Administrative Supervision

Name Grades Email Telephone Ext.
Dina Mohamed 1-2 Dina.Mohamed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sara Al Bardi 3-4 sara.bardi@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Ahmed 5-6 Zahra.ahmed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Saeed 7, 8A, 8B Zahra.saeed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Hadir Samir 8C, 9, 10 Hadir.samir@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Reem El Sayed 11-12 Riem.Elsayed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3

Social Counselling and Student Support

Name Responsibility / Grades Email Telephone Ext.
Huda Mesbah Head of Social Counselling Huda.mesbah@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sara Al Bardi Grades 1-4 Sara.bardi@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Ahmed Grades 5-6 Zahra.ahmed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Zahraa Saeed Grades 7-8 Zahra.saeed@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Sayed Sadiq Al Mahfouz Grades 9-12 and 8C S.sadiq@nvsbh.org 17311202 3
Azhar Mohammed Grades 9-12 and 8C; Child Protection Officer Azhar.Muhammad@nvsbh.org 17311202 3

Important Resources

The latest approved versions of school resources and policies are available through the Parent & Student Resources area on the NVS website, including:

  1. Academic calendar
  2. Parent and Student Resources
  3. School policies
  4. Classera information
  5. Student Discipline Regulations
  6. Stationery lists and other parent resources

Please Remember

  1. Check your child's timetable and Classera regularly.
  2. Ensure your child brings only the books and materials required for the day.
  3. Keep telephone numbers and emergency-contact details updated.
  4. Label your child's belongings clearly.
  5. Use the appropriate school communication channel and begin with the relevant office or staff member.

Thank You

We wish all our students and families a happy, safe and successful academic year.

NEW VISION SCHOOL

LEARNING FOR YOUR FUTURE

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