‘Pupils’ attitudes to learning are excellent. They take pride in their work and show initiative and independence, whilst being keen to work collaboratively. Pupils showed the skills they had employed to tackle challenging homework, appropriate to their competency levels, including high quality individual and group work.’ Independent Schools Inspectorate report, November 2024
80 years of outstanding education!
The Junior and Senior School, a licensed Private School operating under the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth’s regulations, marks 80 years of educational presence. Throughout these decades, the school has maintained its commitment to innovative and creative education, enabling students to become confident, compassionate members of the global community.
The Junior School delivers the National Curriculum for England to children aged 3 to 12, while the Senior School continues this journey through Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. Students prepare for (I)GCSE and A Level examinations alongside the Apolytirion, with plans to introduce the IB Diploma Programme n September 2025, pending verification.
Kindergarten: The Early Years department is a nurturing haven where children aged 3 to 6 begin their educational journey. Comprising three year groups: Early Years 2, Early Years 3, and Reception. Our Early Years programme is designed to spark curiosity and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Each class is led by a dedicated teacher and supported by a learning support assistant, ensuring personalised attention for every child. Specialist teachers for Greek, music, and physical education further enrich their experiences, while welcoming facilities, including dedicated playgrounds, a library, and a music room, provide the perfect backdrop for exploration and growth.
Our approach, inspired by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and the principles of Positive Discipline, encourages independence, creativity, and social-emotional development. It’s here that the seeds of confidence, collaboration, and a love for learning are sown, enabling our youngest learners to grow as they transition into Primary School.
Primary: The Primary Years are marked by dynamic teaching and a well-rounded curriculum that balances academic rigour with creative expression. Each class benefits from a class teacher and a learning support assistant up to Year 2. From Year 3 to 6, as well as the class teacher, there are learning support assistants shared between two classes, in addition to specialist music, P.E. and Greek teachers. The Headteacher along with the leadership team, ensure standards are maintained, new methods and activities are incorporated into schemes of work and that the appropriate resources and facilities are available to the children. By the time children complete Y6 they are well prepared for secondary education.
Secondary: founded in 2003, the Senior School was a result of the continuous expansion of the School. Its rigorous and engaging curriculum offers a seven-year programme leading to (I)GCSEs and A levels in a range of subjects, which incorporates a Greek programme leading to (I)GCSEs and an A level in Greek, based mainly on the programme proscribed by the Ministry of Education here in Cyprus. Our Greek department are experts at catering for all students, from native speakers to those newly arrived in Cyprus with little or no Greek. Moreover, the IB Diploma Programme will be an alternative in September 2025 for Years 12 and 13, once authorized by the IBO.
Our students thrive in international as well as national examinations and competitions, achieving excellent results and receiving prestigious awards allowing them entrance to highly ranked universities and competitive courses across the UK, Europe and the North America.
The TJSS Elite Athletes’ Programme (Sports School) introduced in 2022, offers an exciting new dimension to sports schools in Cyprus, providing an innovative and balanced curriculum that puts equal emphasis on both fitness and sports skills, as well as academics and pastoral care in the nurturing, supportive environment our school is known for. Currently, the programme accepts students aged 12 to 16.
The Junior and Senior Institute (TJS): The TJS Institute was launched in September 2024. Offering English lessons from age 4, we provide comprehensive programmes for all learners. Our Native English Language Programme and Cambridge English Courses aim for fluency at every level. With expert instructors and classes at both the Junior and Senior sites, TJS Institute offers a range of courses that focus on mastering English confidently and effectively.
Information: Ms Nicky Shiarlis, Director of Studies, Tel: 99961315
‘Pupils throughout both schools have a highly developed understanding of themselves and their strengths, and how to best use them’. Independent Schools Inspectorate report, November 2024https://www.youtube.com/embed/QzC4TGkOtys?si=b94cOidBXI8nvdVu
