Falcon Language School

The Falcon School is founded in 1976 an educational foundation offering a continuous education for girls and boys of 3 years and 8 months to 18 years old, in an active, inquiring learning environment with extensive facilities for studying languages, the Sciences, the Arts, music and a wide range of sports. As members of a multi-cultural, multi-racial school community which looks to the future, while cherishing traditional values, Falcon students and teachers aim to be critical thinkers and life-long learners, able to adapt and work together, responding to the social and technological challenges of the modern world. The language of instruction is English To inspire students to academic achievement by providing educational programmes and learning and development opportunities that deliver an encouraging and aspirational environment, tailored to the needs of the student and the building of their self-confidence, their self-esteem and nurturing their talents. Pastoral Care Falcon Language School provides Pastoral Care in a variety of ways to ensure that school life is happy and productive. Form Tutors take an interest in the well-being of students, meeting with them each morning to provide guidance and deal with any minor difficulties. Students are encouraged to approach their Form Tutors to ask for advice, and parents are welcome to arrange meetings to discuss their children’s school life. The homework diary is intended not only to provide a record of homework assignments, but also to be a means of communication between home and school about a student’s work and progress. Each year, two formal parent-teacher meetings are held to discuss not only academic progress, but also students’ attitudes and well-being. Senior members of staff are always happy to make appointments for consultation on pastoral matters. The School’s Educational Counsellor is also available to provide guidance on educational matters, University applications, and other elements of growing up which can impact on a student’s school life. In addition, a nurse is present during School hours, and a doctor is on call at all times. All students are required to complete a medical card. The School takes its GDPR responsibilities very seriously. All personal data are treated with the utmost confidentiality, and only data relevant to the School’s operational activities as an effective educational institution are sought and stored. Uniform Uniform items may be purchased from: Koutalianos Sports, Kassos Street, Acropolis Victuar Limited, Andreas Avramides Street, Strovolos Primary Department Summer a) Falcon blue skirt/shorts/trousers b) Blue/white cotton-gingham short-sleeved shirt c) Blue/white cotton-gingham short-sleeved dress d) Short white socks e) Black shoes or white or brown sandals Winter a) Falcon blue skirt/trousers/shorts b) White, long-sleeved polo shirt with logo c) White, long-sleeved conventional shirt with logo e) Black ‘special edition’ school hoodie with logo f) Black zip up fleece with logo g) Black anorak with logo h) Plain black or white socks i) Plain black shoes (KG wear Falcon Track Suit with logo) P.E. and Swimming: a) Falcon track suit b) White P.E. shirt with logo c) White shorts d) Flight shirt with logo (blue, red or yellow according to flight) e) White trainers and white cotton ankle socks f) Navy blue swimming trunks for boys g) Navy blue one-piece swimsuit for girls h) Flight colour swimming cap for girls and boys i) Navy blue towel j) Falcon sports bag Art and Pottery – waterproof art apron NB: Many items available at discounted prices at the Second-Hand Uniform Shop at the School. Secondary Department a) Falcon blue trousers or knee-length skirt b) White shirt with logo c) Falcon tie (the School tie must be worn on formal occasions, such as Graduation, Founders’ Day, parades, etc.) d) Black, long-sleeved V-necked pullover with embroidered logo e) Black zip up fleece with logo f) Black ‘special edition’ school hoodie with logo g) Black anorak with logo h) Black shoes (plain, black, low-heeled) i) Black or white socksor tights P.E., Games and Swimming a) Falcon track suit b) Black shorts with double white stripe c) White PE shirt with Falcon logo d) Flight shirt with Falcon logo (blue, red or yellow according to flight) e) White trainers f) White ankle socks g) Navy blue trunks for boys. h) Navy blue one-piece swimsuit for girls i) Navy blue towel Facilities FACILITIES Art Studios are equipped for pottery, ceramics, mosaic, sculpture, painting, drawing and fabric printing The Gymnasium is equipped with a full range of gymnastic apparatus, a trampoline and courts for Badminton. The Sports Hall comprises a Physical Fitness and Weights training room, as well as a basketball and volleyball court of international standard, and facilities for instruction and recreation The Open Sports Arena is equipped for tennis, basketball, handball and volleyball The Sports Field comprises an astro-turf soccer and hockey pitch, synthetic sports areas for volleyball and basketball, and a 400 metre synthetic surface running track. There are facilities for a full range of athletics and field events The open-air heated Swimming Pool is 25 metres long with one-, three-, and five-metre diving boards. For the very young children and beginners, there is a second shallow instruction pool The music department has wind, string and percussion instruments, several pianos, and a music studio for choral and orchestral rehearsals The Science Laboratories are equipped for advanced studies in physics, chemistry and biology. There are also two General Science laboratories ICT in the school is served by 2 computer rooms with networking and internet facilities, while there are also computers in most classrooms. Wifi internet access is available throughout the school. The Chapel is a new addition to the school’s facilities, offering a place for quiet reflection during the school day The Tuck Shops serve light refreshments The Cafeteria serves meals throughout the day The Book and Stationery Shop stocks text books, stationery, tools and materials The design of the Theatre combines classic proscenium arch and ancient Greek amphitheatre. It is well-suited to orchestral concerts, drama and dance performances, and can also be used as a conference hall seating over nine hundred. For smaller productions, there is also an open-air amphitheatre seating two hundred and fifty