Supporting Every Step of Their Journey
At Noya British School, every child is known, valued and supported as an individual. Our dedicated student support services help to nurture each student’s academic progress, emotional wellbeing and social development. Our school provides an environment in which students feel a strong sense of belonging and are encouraged to grow in confidence throughout their school journey.
Pastoral Care & Counselling
Support Across Every Stage
Early Years (FS–Y2)
At this foundation stage, our pastoral care and counselling approach creates a safe, happy and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, supported and confident as they begin their learning journey.
- Supported by dedicated class teachers and learning assistants who monitor social, emotional and academic wellbeing.
- Regular wellbeing check-ins encourage children to express themselves and build confidence.
- Nurturing classroom interactions help develop positive peer relationships and emotional security.
- Strong focus on smooth transitions, healthy routines and early emotional development.
- Parent-teacher meetings support open communication and each child’s overall wellbeing.
- Supported by dedicated class teachers and learning assistants who monitor social, emotional and academic wellbeing.
- Regular wellbeing check-ins encourage children to express themselves and build confidence.
- Nurturing classroom interactions help develop positive peer relationships and emotional security.
- Strong focus on smooth transitions, healthy routines and early emotional development.
- Parent-teacher meetings support open communication and each child’s overall wellbeing.
Primary School (Y3–Y6)
As students grow, our pastoral care and counselling approach supports students in developing independence, emotional awareness and positive social skills within a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Daily form time sessions help students build trusted relationships with teachers and peers.
- Pastoral, inclusion and learning support teams work closely together to provide guidance and early intervention where needed.
- Assemblies and wellbeing activities promote emotional wellbeing and respectful relationships.
- Small group workshops encourage healthy coping strategies and personal growth.
- Students are supported to become confident, resilient and socially aware learners.
- Daily form time sessions help students build trusted relationships with teachers and peers.
- Pastoral, inclusion and learning support teams work closely together to provide guidance and early intervention where needed.
- Assemblies and wellbeing activities promote emotional wellbeing and respectful relationships.
- Small group workshops encourage healthy coping strategies and personal growth.
- Students are supported to become confident, resilient and socially aware learners.
Secondary School (Y7–13)
At this level, our pastoral care and counselling approach provides students with personalised support to help them thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
- Every student is supported by a tutor and Head of Year who monitor academic progress and wellbeing.
- One-to-one counselling sessions and small group support provide guidance in a safe and supportive environment.
- Students receive support with personal, social, emotional and academic challenges.
- Referrals to external specialists can be facilitated in partnership with families where appropriate.
- Assemblies across all phases raise awareness and support students’ personal growth and wellbeing
- Every student is supported by a tutor and Head of Year who monitor academic progress and wellbeing.
- One-to-one counselling sessions and small group support provide guidance in a safe and supportive environment.
- Students receive support with personal, social, emotional and academic challenges.
- Referrals to external specialists can be facilitated in partnership with families where appropriate.
- Assemblies across all phases raise awareness and support students’ personal growth and wellbeing
The Many Layers of Inclusion
Our inclusive approach supports every learner through personalised pathways, targeted interventions, wellbeing support, enrichment opportunities and external specialist partnerships, ensuring all students feel valued, supported, challenged and empowered to thrive.
Health & Wellbeing Services
Your child’s health and safety are our top priorities. Our full-time school nurse and medical team provide day-to-day care, health screenings, and emergency response — supported by wellbeing programs that teach students to make healthy lifestyle choices.
School Clinic
On-campus medical care with certified professionals, offering routine health checks and support to keep students safe and well during the school day.
Wellbeing Programs
Our holistic wellbeing initiatives support students’ emotional, mental and social health — from mindfulness workshops to peer-support groups and wellness education.
Emergency Support
Ready at any moment — our trained staff and procedures ensure prompt, professional response to health or safety incidents, protecting your child’s wellbeing.
School Transport
At Noya British School, the safety and wellbeing of our students remain our highest priority. Our school transport service, operated by Emirates Transport, provides safe, reliable and efficient transportation supported by highly trained drivers and transport supervisors.
Our school buses are equipped with advanced safety systems and are monitored through smart transport technologies to ensure a secure journey for every student. Emirates Transport brings decades of expertise in student transportation across the UAE, maintaining the highest standards in road safety, operational excellence and customer service.
With a strong commitment to “Safety First,” the transport team works closely with the school community to provide a smooth and dependable transportation experience every day.
Download Routes & TimingsCanteen & Nutrition
At Noya, we recognise the important role that healthy nutrition plays in supporting learning, wellbeing and development. Our canteen provides a wide range of freshly prepared, balanced meals in a safe and welcoming environment, with all food meeting high standards of hygiene and nutritional quality.
Our canteen facilities include:
- Two spacious dining halls.
- Fresh, nutritious meals prepared and served daily, including salads, pulses, fresh fruit and desserts.
- Supervised lunch times to ensure student wellbeing and safety.
