The Grammar School (Nicosia and Limassol) is a private co-educational secondary school, open to students of all nationalities and governed by the Board of Directors. The Grammar School was established in Nicosia in 1963 and in Limassol in 1975. Both are registered with the Ministry of Education and function under its regulations and the laws of the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus.

The purpose of the School is to create an academic and social environment in which students are challenged, guided and supported so they can develop and achieve their personal and professional goals. Students are encouraged to become independent, effective, active, rational and creative thinkers and citizens who appreciate and respect social, moral and ethical values. The School fulfils a special role as an intellectual and social resource. Through its faculty, students, facilities and services, the School assumes responsibility for the enhancement of the quality of society and the economic development of the country.

The School's admission policy applies to academically able and promising students without regard to ethnic background or religion. Qualified and experienced teachers, moderate class size, active participation of teachers in student activities, individual counselling all serve to fulfil the School's commitments to its educational philosophy.

The overall aim of the School is to provide general and specialised education which enables students to obtain IGCSE and GCE Advanced Level qualifications and the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) qualifications. The students also obtain The Grammar School Leaving Certificate (Apolytirion) which is recognised in both the public and private sectors. The Grammar School is a G.C.E. Examination Centre for EDEXCEL examinations. Graduates are therefore prepared for UK universities, as well as world-wide educational institutions and all of the public and private universities in Cyprus.

The School grounds are set in more than seventy-five acres of land away from city noise, pollution and other dangers which may disrupt student life. The School seeks to provide students with all the necessary facilities which include comfortable classrooms, many with incorporated interactive whiteboards, a fully equipped Conference Hall, Computer Labs, a Library, a Music Room, Art Room and Workshops, three Labs for Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The sports grounds include football and futsal pitches, handball, basketball and volleyball courts, an indoor area with a comprehensive range of exercise equipment and tennis courts currently under construction. Together with the enthusiasm and dedication of our faculty, our objective is for our students to receive an all round education of the highest standard.

Dear Parents/Candidates

The Grammar School's Entrance Examinations for the academic year 2010-2011 have been scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 12 May 2010 at 4.00pm at the School premises.

If the examinations date changes, you will be informed by telephone according to the telephone numbers you have provided on the Entrance Examinations Application Form.

The last day for registration for the Entrance Examinations is Friday 7th of May.

Candidates must bring with them a photocopy of their birth certificate and two, very recent passport-size photographs. The registration fee for the Entrance Examinations is €120.00.

The Grammar School will accept 96 students for registration for Class One and will offer 10 scholarships based on the School's Scholarship Scheme.

Details of the registration procedure, results for the Entrance Examinations etc will be announced on the day of the Examinations.

Thank you and good luck.

The Grammar School Examinations Committee

Download Entrance Examinations Information and Application Form here. Use either the English or the Greek version of the Application Form. Please read the information carefully, and bring the completed form with you at the time of registration.
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REGULATIONS FOR ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS  

The Admission Policy of the Grammar School applies to academically able and promising students irrespective of ethnic background, colour or religion. The Entrance Examinations Committee recommends and the Board of Directors accepts the following regulations:

1. The School accepts 96 students in 4 Classes (24 students in each class) and has 2 more Classes with students of the Grammar Junior School who are exempted from the Entrance Examinations.
2. The School's Entrance Examinations are held on dates approved by the Ministry of Education and Culture.
3. A student must pass both subjects (Mathematics and Greek for Greek speakers and Mathematics and English for non Greek speakers) with an average not below 50%. If in either of the 2 subjects a candidate receives a grade below 50% then he/she is considered to have failed the Examinations no matter what the grade of the other subject is. Successful candidates may be enrolled as Class One students by paying the down-payment which is non-refundable.
4. Runners-up are considered those candidates who have reached the minimum acceptable general average (in both subjects) as calculated by the Entrance Examinations Committee but are not in the first 96 places and:
   If there are places available, they will be offered to the runners-up as follows:
   1. 80% of the places will be allocated to the runners-up by rank number,
   2. 20% of the places will be allocated to candidates by rank number and who belong to one or more of the following groups:
      1. have a sister/brother in the Grammar School,
      2. have at least one parent who is a member of the School's Graduates' Association,
      3. are members of a Cypriot ethnic minority,
5. If no candidates belong in any of the categories mentioned in paragraph 5b, the remaining 20% places will be allocated to the runners-up by rank number.

Office of the Secretary of the Board of Directors

Placement Examinations may be held for students wishing to enter Classes 2, 3, 4 and 6 only, provided there are vacancies. Examinations are held in the last week of June for residents of Cyprus and also at the beginning of September for students coming from abroad. In exceptional circumstances and providing it can be arranged satisfactorily, examinations can be faxed to an applicant's school overseas to be taken at the same time as students here.

Applicants for Classes 2, 3 and 4 are interviewed and examined in English and Mathematics (syllabuses of the previous years are available but NOT previous examination papers). Entrance to Class 6 is based on an interview and IGCSE Ordinary level results (A or B required as applicable).

All applicants must have attained a passing mark in all their subjects in their current School, have a minimum general average of 75% or equivalent and no discipline record.

Scholarships & Awards  

Scholarships are awarded to the first ten students as follows:

 1st: 100% of the tuition fees
 2nd:  75% of the tuition fees
 3rd:  60% of the tuition fees
 4th:  50% of the tuition fees
 5th:  40% of the tuition fees
 6th:  30% of the tuition fees
 7th:  20% of the tuition fees
 8th:  20% of the tuition fees
 9th:  20% of the tuition fees
10th:  20% of the tuition fees

Scholarships are awarded annually based on the student's performance and character. At the end of the academic year the student who has achieved the highest general average overall in his/her year will be awarded the first scholarship for the next academic year. The student who has achieved the second highest general average will be awarded the second scholarship for the next academic year and so on. Students must keep their general average above 90% in order to qualify for the scholarship system. Scholarships are not transferable.

Detailed information on the School's tuition fees can be obtained from the School's Administration office.

The purpose of this service is to provide support when students need it. Educational Counselling has two main roles within The Grammar School.

The first is to assist students to make the important academic and career choices they are faced with. Students are supported in making the correct subject choices in years 3 and 5. The Educational Counsellor organises group and individual meetings with students and parents of class 3 and 5 to ensure that the best possible choice is made by students. In years 6 and 7 students begin to prepare for their choices when they leave school. Advice and support is offered to all students so that they can make the right decisions for their future education. This includes helping students understand the UCAS application procedure for university studies in the United Kingdom. Guidance on choosing the right university and course is also an important part of this process. Although the majority of applications are to the UK, some students are also interested in studying in the United States, Europe, Cyprus, or Greece. Guest speakers are asked to come and visit the school in order to give their expert advice on issues such as further education and career choices.

The second role of The Grammar School Educational Counselling Service is to support and counsel students who are going through difficult and challenging circumstances. Personal and emotional difficulties are dealt with in an empathic and confidential way, in cooperation with the student's mentor, teacher and parents. Talks are also arranged throughout the year for parents in order to help support them in understanding the issues faced by young people and parents today. Specialists in their respective fields are invited to come to the school and speak to students on topics such as road safety, nutrition, personal hygiene, relationship and sex education. Having someone they can go to and trust, in order to talk about their difficulties confidentially is often a relief for many students, and an essential part of this service. Often problems can seem massive to a young person, and yet after those very same issues have been talked about in a safe and non-judgemental environment they seem a lot less ominous and usually can be coped with.

The Grammar School Educational Counselling Service does not stand alone. It works in constant communication with the headmasters, teachers, the school nurse and parents in order to support students as much as possible. In order to achieve its purpose The Grammar School employs a trained accredited counsellor well experienced and grounded in psychological theory.

The curriculum of Class Four involves both obligatory and elective courses (see previous page).

All students must choose FOUR courses. Apart from PE all courses prepare students for the IGCSE Ordinary Level Examinations of the University of London (EDEXCEL). The selection of the electives should be based on the student's abilities, preferences and plans for further studies and career. O LEVEL ELECTIVES

The Grammar School believes in a broad, liberal education. For this reason it offers a selection of courses from a variety of departments.

1. Accounting - This course provides students with a basic knowledge of Accounting techniques and how to compile and use Accounting reports. Students can also sit the LCCI examinations.
2. Biology - This course develops an understanding of essential biological principles through the study of living organisms.
3. Chemistry - This course presents Chemistry as a developing body of knowledge, principles and theories and helps the students to appreciate the usefulness of Chemistry in the modern world.
4. Information and Communication Technology - This course creates an awareness of the role of the computer in information processing within our society and explores the impact of computers on individuals and organisations. Students are expected to have a computer system at home.
5. Economics - This course enables students to acquire an understanding of basic economic concepts and to relate them to current economic structures and activities.
6. English Literature - The syllabus aims to give students the opportunity to respond to literary experience, to develop a critical appreciation of writers through close textual study and wider reading, to explore through literature the cultures of their own and other societies and to explore literature as a means of emotional and intellectual growth.
7. French Language - This course provides students with the ability to express ideas fluently in accurate French, using correct vocabulary and idiom.
8. German Language - This course provides students with the ability to express ideas fluently in accurate German, using correct vocabulary and idiom.
9. Geography - This course provides a systematic approach to the fundamental concepts of Geography and the study of problems of countries of the developed and developing world.
10. History - This course is concerned with the history of Continental Europe from 1763 to 1989 with emphasis on the colonial rivalries between the major European powers.
11. Physics - This course aims to develop a curiosity about physical phenomena. It promotes an awareness of Physics as an intellectual discipline.

Students entering Class Six are provided with a wide selection of courses from which they can choose either three or four. The list of subjects is as follows:

Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English Literature, French Language, Geography, German, History, Law, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science.

Several combinations can be formed, hence students are advised to choose the combination that best suits their interests, abilities and future plans.

The Academic Advisory Team has been established to help students expand their knowledge of choices they have for Higher Education. They aim to bring the latest information on Higher Education and Careers to the students through presentations by universities and attending relevant conferences in the United Kingdom.

UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS

Students of Classes 6 and 7 are issued with the Grammar School Univeristy Applications Pack and a guide to writing their personal statement which are updated annually. These provide a comprehensive guide to applying through UCAS. Information about Fulbright Scholarships and educational fairs held in Cyprus are also included. A number of universities are invited to visit the school and give presentations to the students.

The Educational Counsellor is available to advise students on their university and course choices on an individual basis and offers assistance for students throughout the application process. Parents and students are reminded however that it is their responsibility to check up-to-date information on the university websites regarding the requirements of the courses they have selected. Students who are invited for interviews are offered tailored mock interviews which are conducted by a panel of experienced staff.

UNIVERSITIES CHOSEN BY GRAMMAR SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR ENTRY IN 2008 & 2009

UK Universities

Other Universities, Colleges and countries of study around the world

Cambridge Oxford London School of Economics Imperial College UCL Loughborough Bristol Warwick Nottingham Bath Durham York Southampton Manchester Birmingham Edinburgh Cardiff King's College London Royal Holloway Reading Leicester Queen Mary Lancaster Newcastle Liverpool Sheffield Hull Leeds City East Anglia Kent Surrey Essex Aberdeen Dundee Oxford Brooks Kingston Brighton Central Lancashire University College of Creative Arts

Penn State (USA) Rutgers University (USA) University of San Francisco (USA) American University Washington Boston University University of North Texas University of Miami University of Southern Indiana University of Orleans (France) Charles University Prague (Czech Rep.) Debrecen Medical University (Hungary) Szeged (Hungary) European University Cyprus University of Nicosia University of Cyprus

COURSES CHOSEN BY GRAMMAR SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR ENTRY IN 2008 & 2009

Courses	Number of students
Medicine	5
Vet Science	1
Economics/Business Courses	53
Accounting	35
Computer Science/Engineering	46
Pharmacy/Biological/Chemical Sciences	25
Law	26
Music/Art	16
Psychology	12
Architecture	8
Environmental Science /Forestry	6
History/Politics/Journalism/Language	8
Sport Science/Physiotherapy	3
Mathematics	15
Theatre Studies	2
Sociology	2
Avionic systems/Aeronautics	3
Teaching	1
TOTAL	267

Other universities from which Grammar School students have graduated

Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, Cornell, Bates College, and others.

Fulbright Scholarship for studies in USA

A top CASP scholarship (Evie Sofianou Award) for studies commencing in 2009 has been awarded to a Grammar School student.

The External Affairs Programme involves various activities which enable students of the upper classes to have contact with students from other countries and to develop their knowledge of world affairs. Participants have the opportunity to investigate major and important regional or world problems and propose viable solutions. Through this process, students develop or enhance research, debating, public-speaking and presentations skills. Their findings and proposals are submitted to relative organisations or authorities. Some of the activities include the Model United Nations, Europe's Day Youth Meeting YRONS and the Camp Rising Sun Europe.

Last academic year, The Grammar School participated at the Model United Nations in Nicosia, Sindelfingen - Germany, and Espergaerden - Denmark, Europe's Day Youth Meeting in Riminy - Italy, the YRONS in Budapest - Hungary and at Camp Rising Sun Europe - Denmark. The outstanding performance of our students has helped to create an excellent reputation among various European schools and institutions. As a result of this, some of our previous delegates have been selected by organising committees as chairpersons for different committees.

Enarmonisis

"Enarmonisis" is a programme for young open-minded people who enjoy challenges and are ready to broaden their horizons.

This is achieved through activities with people from different cultures, religions and mentalities. Activities are diverse and they range from workshops, meetings, camping, debating, hiking and canoeing, among others.

The goal is for participants to find out empirically that there are more things that bind people than keep them apart.

Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Young People

The Duke of Edinburgh International Award scheme. It is an exciting self-development program and around 170 students from Classes 3 - 7 have enrolled to pursue different levels of the Award from Bronze through to Gold. Students have to complete regular activities in different categories: Community Service, Skills and Physical Recreation as well as undertaking an adventurous hike which involves navigating and camping in unfamiliar surroundings.

Students are divided into teams of approximately seven and work under the guidance of their Award Leaders who train them in first aid, compass skills and basic survival techniques before they go on their excursion. The students involved are enjoying themselves while they learn and in addition, the local community is benefiting from our students doing Community Service in a variety of locations. The Award is recognized internationally and looked upon favourably by universities world-wide because it is evident that students who earn the Award have shown initiative and reached a level of independence and maturity.

Student's Handbook  

The Grammar School is an independent, co-educational school for students of academic promise and strong personal motivation. The School has a strong commitment to education in general and excellence in teaching and service to society in particular.

The purpose of the School is to create an academic and social environment in which students are challenged, guided and supported to develop and achieve their personal and professional goals.

1. The School is governed by the Board of Directors who work very closely with the Headmasters Committee. The Headmasters Committee is made up of a team of six members; a Senior Headmaster, a Headmaster and four Deputy Headmasters. Each member has a different role within the administration and they meet regularly to co-ordinate the smooth running of the school on a daily basis. Frequent meetings are held between the teachers and the Headmasters Committee to examine pertinent issues regarding the progress and welfare of students.
2. All students have a Mentor teacher who advises them on educational and general matters. The Mentor teacher also acts as the link between his/her students and other teachers and the Administration. Mentor teachers are responsible for around 12 students.
3. In cases of student misconduct, the procedure followed by the School is as follows: report from the teacher to the appropriate Head of Department, to the Headmasters, to Disciplinary Committee.
4. The School has a qualified counsellor who is available to see students by appointment regarding their choice of Elective Subjects in the Fourth and Sixth Years, university entrance requirements and for guidance on personal matters.
5. The School Nurse provides students with first aid services. Written permission from a teacher is required before a student can visit the nurse. Note: It is essential that parents return the completed Health Form when they finalise registration.
6. School books are available from the School Bookstore. At the beginning of the school year books are sold on pre-arranged dates and time schedule. Students should clearly write their name inside the front cover of their books.

1. The School teachers choose Prefects from students of high academic excellence, character and contribution to the School. Two Senior Prefects are chosen: one boy and one girl. Prefects assist in the smooth functioning of the School. They must help teachers and win their fellow-students' respect. Both tasks require maturity and character. Prefects may refer matters concerning the School community to the teachers in charge.
2. By tradition, the Student Committee is composed of the two Senior Prefects and the democratically, student-elected Presidents of all the Seventh Classes. The Committee represents all the students in contacts with the School Administration and with other external student organisations. Elections for President and Vice President of the Student Committee from among the Seventh Class presidents are held on a day convenient to the School. Students vote secretly in their classrooms at the same time and each class president takes the certified result for the final count which is conducted by the two Senior Prefects and at least one teacher who acts as an impartial observer. The candidate with most votes becomes School President and the one with second most votes becomes Vice President. Students elected must continue to be of excellent behaviour throughout their term of office.

1. The School year is divided into 2 Semesters. Students receive grades for each Semester. These, together with the Final Examination Grade, where applicable, divided by 3 constitute the Final General Average of the year. Otherwise the Final General Average is that of the 2 semesters.
2. Final Examinations count for 1/3 of the final general average. A minimum examination grade of 40% is required in order to be promoted to the next Class.
3. A student is promoted to the next Class when he has passed all subjects.
   1. A pass means that the student's general average is at least 50% but also that he has obtained at least a 40% final examination grade in subjects which have final examinations.
   2. A student will be re-examined in September if his general average is below 50% in one or two subjects only. Also if his final examination grade in subjects with final examinations is below 40% in any subject.
   3. A student fails the Class if he gets an average below 50% in three or more subjects or if he fails any deferred examination or re-examination in September. Students may only repeat a class once.
4. Attending lessons is extremely important, as we believe that participation in the classroom is essential to the learning process. The School has strict regulations concerning lesson absences. The Academic Committee investigates cases of students who are absent for 70-107 class periods. This Committee has the authority to prevent a student from taking the Final Examinations at the end of the academic year and oblige him to take them instead in the Re-examination period in September. Students with absences of over 107 class periods fail the class unless the Academic Committee decides otherwise.
   Please note: Absences refer to periods missed (7 absences = 1 day).
   Unrecorded absences: if a student is absent because he/she is representing his/her country or the School, no absence is recorded.
   Excused absences: for illness, injury, external examination, interview, family bereavement etc. These absences must be excused in writing on the day the student returns to school.
   Unexcused absences: these refer to absences that are the result of missing school for no acceptable reason. Note: Parents must call in the morning to inform the school of an absence.
5. The School prepares its students for the IGCSE and GCE Examinations of Edexcel (mostly), AQA and Cabridge Examination Boards. Students are prepared for the Ordinary Level IGCSEs in the Fourth and Fifth Classes and for the Advanced Level GCEs in the Sixth and Seventh Classes. The School also prepares students for LCCI (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry) Examinations. The School provides information on these examinations to the students through the Examinations Officer and to the parents through meetings with the Headmasters and the Examinations Officer. Furthermore, the Educational Counsellor meets with students and parents and gives advice and information on examinations and university entrance procedures.
6. Our School considers Physical Education to be a very important lesson because it helps both body and mind. The School has special physical education programmes that enhance teamwork among students. We call these programmes Team Building Activities and they help students trust each other through sport. We therefore expect all students to participate in P.E. lessons. The Grammar School has swimming lessons incorporated into its P.E. programme as part of its curriculum.
7. Students are divided into Houses at random. The House colours are Blue, Green, Red and Yellow. During P.E. lessons the students wear the T-shirt indicating the House they belong to.
8. Students who successfully complete the Seven-Year course of studies at The Grammar School are awarded the School Leaving Certificate (Apolytirion) which is recognised by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The Graduation Ceremony takes place at the end of June or beginning of July each year at the School premises. The diplomas are presented to the graduating students by a Guest of Honour and by the Director-General and the Senior Headmaster of the School.

The School itself is an organised and disciplined community. Students must conform to its rules and regulations. To help students understand what is expected of them here are some general guidelines:

1. Behaviour in and out of School must be such as that commonly acceptable in a modern, civilised society. Respect for teachers and fellow-students and good manners in our small community are important. In recognition of the importance of students' conduct, it is recorded on their report each semester. If a student has a recorded suspension for misbehaviour, his/her conduct mark is lowered from 'Excellent' to 'Very Good'. For more than one recorded suspension or a suspension at home, the mark is lowered to 'Good'.
2. The School has its own uniform. Students must wear their uniform when at School. Boys should have neat, relatively short hair and be clean-shaven. Girls' skirts must come to the knee. Jewellery is not allowed at school. For reasons of good taste and health, dyed hair is not allowed. For more details see the "School Uniform" section in this booklet.
3. Buses are the School's responsibility and students are expected to behave on them as if they are in School. Seats in the front of the bus must be given to the smaller children from our Grammar Junior School. Students go to buses only after 1.50 pm at the end of the school day.
4. Classrooms are the students' "second home" and must be kept clean. Students must show respect for their School's property. Any breakages will be paid for by the student(s) responsible and if the Disciplinary Committee finds it necessary it may also punish students responsible for breakages with suspension. Therefore, in order to avoid accidents of this sort, during breaks students must be in the yard - not in the classrooms or in the corridors.
5. Toilets must be kept clean for health reasons.
6. Smoking is bad for our health and leads to unnecessary and harmful addictions and dependencies. It is therefore not allowed. Mobile phones may also be proven to be harmful and they distract students' attention in the classroom. They are also not allowed anywhere in School and on the buses.
7. The yards of the School are supervised for the students' own protection by teachers and by student Prefects. Grammar School students must not enter the Grammar Junior School's yard, as the little ones need their own space and safe environment. For safety reasons, students must not go into the parking area during breaks.
8. So as not to waste precious time, students must go to their classes as soon as the bell rings. They must not leave their classes before the bell rings.

The School treats all students as equal. It therefore supports the uniform which eliminates any social difference that students may have. For these reasons the School Uniform is obligatory and is as follows:

BOYS & GIRLS
Compulsory Official Uniform (to be worn on special occasions and specified periods of the year)

• Jacket (Blazer) - Specially designed for The Grammar School.
• Shirt - White, plain, long sleeves, with white buttons and with embroidered School pocket badge on the pocket.
• Skirts - Girls should wear grey skirts with box pleats at the front and length to the knee.
• Tie - Specially designed for the School and only available at the School Bookstore.

Casual Uniform

• Anorak (optional) - Specially designed for The Grammar School and it is available only at the School Bookstore.
• Scarf - Navy blue Grammar School scarf available at the School bookstore.
• Jumper - Dark grey, V-neck with the School badge and only available at the School Bookstore.
• Polo shirt - White, with short sleeves for the summer or with long sleeves for the winter and with embroidered School badge and only available at the School Bookstore.
• Trousers - Grey. Girls may wear grey trousers too but not during official functions.
• Skirts - Girls may wear grey skirts with box pleats at the front and length to the knee.
• Shoes - Plain black.
• Socks - White or grey with no patterns, or natural coloured tights.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM
• Track Suit - specially designed for the School and only available at the School Bookstore.
• T-Shirt (House colour) - specially designed for the House the student belongs to and only available at the School Bookstore.
• School Shorts - specially designed for the School and only available at the School Bookstore.
• Training shoes - black or white basically.

Students may use any of the three canteens situated in the central school yard for light refreshments and snacks. Conscious of the health of our students, we provide them with a range of healthy food and natural drinks. In order to promote our students' awareness of a healthy diet, we have excluded drinks and snacks from our canteens which may be harmful to their health.

Chess feature:

A large, raised chess board is a focal point of the central school yard and can be used by the students during breaks and free periods.

Computer Labs and facilities:

The Grammar School has three Computer Labs which are fully equipped with latest technology multi-media LCD monitors and full access to the internet.

In its commitment to quality education and keeping in line with the latest technological advances, the School has installed multiple ADSL business lines to support the expanding wireless system utilised by teachers using interactive whiteboards in their classrooms. The wireless network is being expanded to cover the entire campus.

Conference Hall:

The Grammar School has a large Conference Hall which accommodates approximately 400 guests. The Hall is used for a variety of activities such as presentations and lectures by guest speakers, the screening of educational films and project presentations by students. It also contains a permanent exhibition of student artwork. The Hall is equipped with state of the art audio visual facilities including a sound system, a projector, a laptop with internet access and a DVD/VCR player.

First Aid Services:

The School provides its students with a fully equipped first aid centre run by a qualified nurse.

Library:

The Library Club operates daily during break times and students can select books to borrow from a great range of English and Greek books. New reading material is frequently added to the library so students have the opportunity to read newly published books as well as literature texts. Students may use the Library to conduct research and prepare for their lessons and assignments.

Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Laboratories:

The School has three fully equipped Labs for Physics, Chemistry and Biology which have been built to the specifications required by the EDEXCEL GCE Examination and Assessment Council. They are utilised by students preparing for the IGCSE and GCE Advanced Level examinations. With the assistance of their Science teachers, students work with modern equipment to foster the acquisition of knowledge and a wider understanding of various concepts and principles.

The Physics Lab is equipped to facilitate group work comprising of small numbers of students. This enables the teacher to supervise student activities safely and have sufficient time to actively work with each group. The role of the laboratory is essential in IGCSE and A Level Physics as students need to construct their own understanding of physics ideas. Experiments are designed to engage students' minds so that they may acquire the manual and academic skills associated with learning physics.

The Chemistry Lab has recently been renovated and is fully equipped with modern equipment; there are accurate balances for weighing volumetric analysis (and all necessary apparatus for volumetric analysis), a fume cupboard for special reactions and equipment for inorganic and organic reagents to the required EDEXCEL GCE A Level practical test standard. In addition the lab is fully stocked with the required glass apparatus for demonstration purposes.

The Biology Lab has been upgraded to contain up to date equipment to meet the needs of both students and teachers. The Lab has all the necessary equipment to cater for the requirements of both the IGCSE and GCE A Level syllabi. These include biological models, potometers, spirometers, spectrophyotometers, high quality microscopes and apparatus necessary for microbiology work.

Sports and Recreation:

The Grammar School has a wide range of outdoor sports facilities which provide an excellent opportunity for students to participate in a wide variety of physical activities. An ambitious upgrade development plan has been implemented and will include three futsal pitches, a full size football pitch, an athletics track, volleyball, tennis, handball and basketball courts. Indoor facilities include treadmills, weightlifting equipment and exercise machines as well as a shooting gallery and a fencing court used for the biathlon and pentathlon competitions. Students are encouraged to make full use of the opportunities for sports and recreation. The Grammar School teams participate in inter-school championships and other competitions through their various clubs.

The Grammar School Swimming Pool complex comprises of a competition size (25m x 13m), heated swimming pool and two smaller, children's pools together with changing rooms with shower facilities. There is also an adjacent beach volley area.

Transportation:

The Grammar School provides subsidised daily transportation with buses for students residing in Nicosia and its suburbs at a low cost.

The Grammar School offers a variety of Clubs to students on a voluntary basis. These Clubs meet in the afternoons or during weekends and are supervised and organised by members of the faculty. They provide a diverse range of activities, for example, Art, Blood Donation, Dance, Debating, Drama, Environment, The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, Music, Social Work, Sports and Athletics, Yearbook, etc. Students are encouraged to join in these extra curricular activities as these support our efforts to build inter-personal skills which directly assist students to function in a social context. Faculty members take an enthusiastic interest in the Clubs and gain great satisfaction from working with students in a more informal atmosphere. The Clubs have proved extremely popular and membership has grown significantly over the years.

Prefects:

The Grammar School implemented the Prefect System so as to ensure student participation in the day-to-day running of the School. Prefects are chosen from seventh class students according to merit and contribution to the School and two Senior Prefects are elected to co-ordinate the Prefect body.

In their capacity as prefects they illustrate by example, and through their interaction with fellow students, that self-discipline is positive and productive. Prefects meet on a weekly basis with the teachers in charge to report on progress and difficulties and to make suggestions. Their names are recorded on the Honours List displayed in the Administration Building. If necessary, Assistant Prefects are chosen from sixth year students according to academic merit.

Student’s Council:

The Student Council is a representative body for all Grammar School students. The students themselves elect their officers who form the Council which acts as their "government". The objective of the Council is to ensure that the rights of students are effectively protected. The Council and the Headmasters Committee meet regularly to discuss various issues that concern school life.

Trips:

In its effort to provide a broad and liberal education to its students, The Grammar School organises educational and recreational trips within Cyprus and to other countries. Students visit archaeological sites and museums and study the history of such places. Group visits to various local manufacturing concerns and other institutions are organised to enable students to acquire practical experience. School trips to European countries take place every year and students are able to appreciate the culture and history of other countries.