{"id":17998,"date":"2021-12-24T15:56:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-24T15:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shs2025.sophia.sytes.net\/?page_id=17998"},"modified":"2025-07-30T15:58:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T14:58:32","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shs2025.sophia.sytes.net\/?page_id=17998","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"17998\" class=\"elementor elementor-17998\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-be4e5e6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"be4e5e6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2823fa0\" data-id=\"2823fa0\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-baabe6d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"baabe6d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f21fb9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"9f21fb9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  :root{\r\n    --shs-yellow:#ffce33;\r\n    --shs-light-blue:#42c6ff;\r\n    --shs-dark:#0e0e0e;\r\n    --shs-white:#ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .shs-faq-wrapper{\r\n    background:var(--shs-dark);\r\n    padding:2rem 1rem;\r\n    border-radius:12px;\r\n    font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;\r\n    line-height:1.55;\r\n    color:var(--shs-white);\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .shs-faq-wrapper h2{\r\n    color:var(--shs-yellow);\r\n    font-size:1.75rem;\r\n    margin:2rem 0 1rem;\r\n    text-transform:uppercase;\r\n    letter-spacing:.5px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  details{\r\n    border:1px solid var(--shs-light-blue);\r\n    border-radius:8px;\r\n    margin-bottom:.75rem;\r\n    padding:.5rem 1rem;\r\n    background:rgba(66,198,255,.07);\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  \/* Quest\u00f5es \u2013 agora em branco e negrito *\/\r\n  details summary{\r\n    cursor:pointer;\r\n    font-weight:700;              \/* bold *\/\r\n    list-style:none;\r\n    position:relative;\r\n    padding-right:2rem;\r\n    color:var(--shs-white);        \/* branco *\/\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  \/* Chevron azul para contraste *\/\r\n  details summary::after{\r\n    content:\"\u25b8\";\r\n    font-size:1rem;\r\n    position:absolute;\r\n    right:0;\r\n    top:0;\r\n    color:var(--shs-light-blue);\r\n    transition:transform .3s ease;\r\n  }\r\n  details[open] summary::after{\r\n    transform:rotate(90deg);\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  details p{\r\n    margin:.75rem 0 .5rem 0;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  details summary:focus{\r\n    outline:2px solid var(--shs-yellow);\r\n    outline-offset:2px;\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"shs-faq-wrapper\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83d\udcda Curriculum & Learning Model -->\r\n  <h2>Curriculum &amp; Learning Model<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>What curriculum does Sophia High School follow?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>We follow the full English National Curriculum from Reception to Year\u202f11, including IGCSEs with Pearson\u202fEdexcel at KS4.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How are lessons delivered?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>All lessons are live, online, and interactive, taught in real\u2011time by qualified UK teachers in small groups of an average of six students in core subjects.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Is Sophia High School accredited?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. We are accredited by Ofsted under the\u202fDfE\u202fOnline Education Accreditation Scheme and by COBIS and ISA.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Do students get homework or independent learning tasks?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. In addition to live lessons, students complete independent work and enrichment activities via Google\u202fClassroom and digital notebooks.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Is the curriculum adapted for international students or students with different needs?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. We offer EAL support, differentiated instruction, and personalised assessments. However, we are not able to support students requiring extensive SEN provision.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83e\udde0 Assessments & Academic Progress -->\r\n  <h2>Assessments &amp; Academic Progress<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Do students sit formal assessments?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. Students take GL assessments\u202f(PTE, PTM, PTS, and\u202fCAT4) to benchmark progress and guide teaching, with results shared with parents.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How do you track student progress?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Teachers use digital tools and assessments to monitor development and hold weekly meetings with parents to review next steps.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>What reporting do parents receive?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Parents receive regular academic reports (formative and summative data) and have access to lesson recordings and digital notebooks.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67 Admissions Process -->\r\n  <h2>Admissions Process<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How do I apply?<\/summary>\r\n        <p>Start by submitting the <a href=\"https:\/\/shs2025.sophia.sytes.net\/registrations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">application form<\/a>. After this, you will pay the registration fee of\u202f\u00a3100. Children then complete an online assessment and a short one\u2011to\u2011one session with a teacher.<\/p>\r\n\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Is there an entrance test?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. GL standardised tests are used for placement, and an English language assessment may be required for non\u2011native speakers.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Can I enrol my child mid\u2011year?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. Rolling admissions are available, subject to assessment outcomes and availability.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Is there an interview?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. Children take part in an informal online session with a teacher to ensure readiness for the learning environment.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83c\udf0d Student Experience & Wellbeing -->\r\n  <h2>Student Experience &amp; Wellbeing<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How do you support social interaction?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>We offer Enrichment Fridays, House Activities, social clubs, and a safe virtual playground for student connection.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Are there extracurricular activities?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. Activities include coding clubs, drama workshops, esports, entrepreneurship, and seasonal camps.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How do you support wellbeing and mental health?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Holistic Horizons lessons focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, social\u2011emotional learning, and global citizenship.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83d\udcbb Technology & Access -->\r\n  <h2>Technology &amp; Access<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>What technology is required?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Students need a stable internet connection, webcam, microphone, and a device compatible with Google Workspace such as a Chromebook or laptop.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Are lessons recorded?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. All lessons are recorded and available to families for review or in case of absence.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>What platforms do you use?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>We primarily use Google Classroom and Canva for Education. We also have activities on Curipod, Mathletics, Minecraft for Education, among others.<\/p>\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <!-- \ud83d\udcb8 Fees & Logistics -->\r\n  <h2>Fees &amp; Logistics<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>How much are the school fees?<\/summary>\r\n       <p>Fees vary by age group and are billed termly or annually. UK\u2011based families are subject to\u202f20%\u202fVAT. <a href=\"https:\/\/shs2025.sophia.sytes.net\/school-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check the updated fees here.<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n  <\/details>\r\n\r\n  <details>\r\n    <summary>Are there sibling discounts?<\/summary>\r\n    <p>Yes. 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