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Raffles World Academy celebrates Outstanding achievements of students across International Baccalaureate Diploma, Career and Courses Programmes
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IB Results Day 2023 at Raffles World Academy

Raffles World Academy faculty today shared with SchoolsCompared their enormous pride in the achievements of their graduating Class of ’23 students – outstanding achievements that have been hard won across the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme and International Baccalaureate Courses Programme. Raffles World Academy is a deeply inclusive school – and one we have found to be an exceptionally happy one.

The school is rare in offering students the opportunity to study for the complete breadth of IB qualification pathways. This is a year in which all IB students have faced quite exceptional challenges from the decision of the International Baccalaureates to return grade boundaries to pre-pandemic levels. It is in this context that the school is so jubilant at the beyond outstanding achievement of all its students. Their final results are indicative of the significant added-value brought to their journeys by the school’s passionate and conviction-led educationalists and teachers.

Photograph of Timothy Roberts, Principle, Raffles World Academy Dubai

An elated Timothy Roberts, Principal of Raffles World Academy, told SchoolsCompared:

“At Raffles World Academy we strive to provide an education where all students are given the opportunity to achieve. We work closely with parents to foster a spirit of community to ensure each child achieves their best.”

These results represent the outstanding effort and dedication our students have displayed over the last two years.

It is also a recognition of our hugely talented teachers who have delivered above and beyond over the last two years for these remarkable Raffles World Academy students.

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The IB Diploma is a particularly challenging pre-university entry programme. To see so many of our students achieve well above the world average makes me incredibly proud.

I wish them every success as they continue their studies at their first-choice university.”

Pam Parasram, Deputy Head – Academics of Raffles World Academy, continued:

‘’Our students, and their families, should be so proud of their achievements. The Class of ’23 have been put through the rigour of the highly demanding IB programmes – and achieved so outstandingly today.

They have made us proud with their results –  and I cannot wait to see these talented young men and women flourish in their future studies and careers.

Well done!” 

Stephen Anil Pinto,  IB Diploma Programme Coordinator at Raffles World Academy, concluded:

“The holistic, world-class education that our International Baccalaureate qualification pathways provide our students at Raffles World Academy Programmes is in my view the best of any qualifications available in the world.

The success of all our students is evident in no small part by their success, today, in now securing their first-choice universities.

During their time at Raffles World Academy, our students have developed important life-skills, international mindedness and, importantly, a caring nature. These will help them transition into the “real world” beyond the home that has been their life at our school – and each will stand them in good stead for their university study and careers ahead.

I am confident that they will excel in both.

This is a proud day for them – and our school.” 

Amazing Raffles World Academy students

Pictured: Raffles World Academy Dubai top scorer  Miss Alice Gazel who achieved an outstanding 40 points

Alice Gazel, who scored an outstanding 41 points in the International baccalaureate Diploma, will be attending Erasmus University in the Netherlands (Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam) to pursue undergraduate study in International Business Administration. 

A justifiably delighted Miss Gazel told SchoolsCompared:

“Studying for the International Baccalaureate Diploma seemed to take forever; often it seemed as if there was no time to even take a break or catch the smallest breath! However, it has taught me the value of both resilience and patience. You do need to have both  to complete projects and go ‘the extra mile.’

I have learned that, however hard it gets, no effort is ever in vain. If you put in the effort, and strive for success, you will succeed. We can all succeed.

I am incredibly proud of my success. But I am also equally proud of the success of my fellow students. 

I wish each of them the very best for the journeys ahead of each of them.” 

Pictured: Raffles World Academy Dubai top scorer Rhieya Rahul who achieved an outstanding 40 points

Rhieya Rahul, who scored an outstanding 40 points to earn the International Baccalaureate Diploma qualification in 2023, will be attending the The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) to study for an undergraduate degree in Medicine.

Miss Rahul told us:

“I am immensely thankful to my friends, teachers, and parents for their unwavering support throughout this journey.

Without their assistance, I would not be the person I am today.

Throughout my high school experience at Raffles World Academy, the IB Diploma Programme presented me with an unprecedented level of challenge and rigor. It has had a profound and enduring impact on me and the way that I appreciate, and understand, the world.” 

Pictured: Raffles World Academy Dubai top scorer Yuv Luthra who achieved an outstanding 41 points

 Yuv Luthra, who also achieved an outstanding 41 points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma, will be attending Erasmus School of Economics in the Netherlands to pursue a joint honours undergraduate degree in Economics and Econometrics.

Mr Luthra told SchoolsCompared:

“It has been such an amazing experience being part of the Raffles World Academy community.

RWA feels like family. I will never forget my time here.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is very challenging, but it is also extremely helpful.  Sometimes, without really noticing, I recognise that it has prepared me for even the smallest tasks in everyday life – as well as inspiring me with thinking through some of the most pressing and complex problems of today. 

It has been an extraordinary academic journey.” 

Salman Amin, who scored 39 points to secure his International Baccalaureate Diploma qualification, will graduate from Raffles World Academy to study at The University of British Columbia in Canada to study for an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. The university is ranked 34th in the world in the 2023 Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings. 

Mr Amin told SchoolsCompared:

“I have studied at Raffled World Academy for the past seven years, a significant part of my life. During this time I have built strong relationships with my teachers and fellow peers.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme was a great challenge, but it has undoubtedly too been beneficial for my development and preparation for the future.  Studying for the qualification has required me to be diligent, work hard and be self-disciplined. These qualities are reflected in my final points score.

Today is not the end, but the beginning of my new life beyond this wonderful school.” 

Learning at Raffles World Academy

Department of English

Chaitaly Chhetri, Head of English, Raffles World Academy Dubai

“Congratulations to the remarkable Raffles World Academy graduating students of 2023.

Our graduates not only excelled in their examinations, but they have also made history as the first year of students to face a return to Pre-Covid standards of grading in the International Baccalaureate examinations. This has been a very tough year for all students, and each of them has had to deal with a plethora of impacts from the pandemic, without the benefit of adjusted grade boundaries to reflect this.

Your achievements this year prove that, even amidst uncertainty and challenge, true brilliance shines through.

Your dedication, resilience, and adaptability have set the stage for Raffles World Academy students that will now follow you. May your achievements inspire countless others to embrace challenges with the same unwavering determination that each have you have demonstrated so powerfully.

I am so proud of you all.”

Chaitaly Chhetri. Head of English Department. Raffles World Academy. July 2023.

Chaitaly Chhetri brings to Raffles World Academy more than two decades experience as a conviction educator. Throughout her teaching career, Miss Chhetri has achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate with her students. With a specialization in International Baccalaureate (IB) English Language and Literature, she possesses nine years of specialized experience in guiding students through the challenging curriculum of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Miss Chhetri’s passion for both English literature and language began at a young age and has continued to flourish throughout her education to a Masters level qualification in English Literature. The latter fostered a profound appreciation for the potential of words to shape and transforming lives, something she conveys to students each year as part of her mission to inspire in all students a love of English literature beyond the classroom. 

Department of Mathematics

Mohammed Miah. Head of Mathematics, Raffles World Academy Dubai

“Our remarkable students at Raffles World Academy have collectively achieved a pass rate of 96.3% in Mathematics. This is beyond outstanding for any school, and very significantly above the global average. The dedication of students at Raffles World Academy is exceptional; these are young men and women who now graduate from our school with every opportunity now to make a real difference in the world. Mathematics underpins every aspect of our lives and each student leaves Raffles understanding its capacity to shape the world for good.

I strive to empower my students with the knowledge and confidence to conquer any mathematical challenge. Seeing their growth and success is the most rewarding aspect of my journey as an educator. 

I wish each of them my warmest congratulations.

Well done.”

Mohammed Miah. Head of Mathematics. Raffles World Academy July 2023.

Mohammed Miah, Head of Mathematics, Raffles World Academy brings over a decade’s experience in teaching and leadership. Mr Miah believes passionately that the secret to teaching Mathematics is to inspire in students a passion for numbers and problem-solving. To date, Mr Miah has achieved a 100% pass rate among his students, a considerable achievement given the demands of the subject.  Mohammed’s expertise lies in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Mathematics curriculum, and his ability to simplify complex concepts to make Mathematics come alive for students, and inspire in each a  deep appreciation for the beauty of numbers. 

Department of Science

Shagufta Hadayat, Head of Science, Raffles World Academy on IB Results Day 2023

“Advances in Science have played a vital role in shaping our society. They form the foundations of innovations in both Technology and Engineering, both specialisms that define, shape and transform our world. Raffles World Academy students study Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science. Each, in different ways, provide them with insights into the fundamental laws that govern Nature.

The success of our students in the May 2023 Diploma Programme examination reflects their commitment to excellence – and their depth of understanding in each subject area.

As our Science students leave us to take up their degree level study, they will further develop the knowledge and tools necessary for innovation, research, problem-solving, and many will go on to improving processes across industries. In each of these ways they will all ultimately drive economic growth and societal development in the countries in which they eventually find their home.

Across all Science subjects our 2023 graduating students from Raffles World Academy our students have individually, and collectively excelled. The extended essay students have done remarkably well, with all students achieving grades A to C across all Sciences.

I am so proud of them.

Congratulations to our students. Their performance in the May 2023 examinagtions was no less than stellar.

They are a credit to themselves, their families – and our school.”

Shagufta Hadayat. Head of International Baccalaureate Middle Year Programme. Raffles World Academy.

Shagufta Hadayat joined Raffles World Academy in 2014. A passionate and inspiring IB educator, Miss Hadayat’s career spans almost two decades. A lifelong learner., she is part of the IB educator network, (IBEN) and both a Programme and Workshop leader for the IBMYP. Shagufta is inspired by IB’s mission and philosophy and believes that IB education is the future of education. Miss Hadayat holds a Masters degree in Educational Leadership and Management, and 12 years of leadership experience in schools within and outside the UAE.

The Results – Highlights

Highest performing students in the Class of ’23

Name of student  Total IB Diploma Programme Points 

May 2023 

Alice Gazel  41 
Yuv Luthra  41 
Rhieya Rahul  40 
Salman Amin  39 
Emaan Siddiqui  38 
Lili Suto  38 
Zaid Alawartani  38 
May 2023 Highlights for RWA 
Number of DP students  47 
Number of CP students  9 
Number of Courses students  7 
Total number of students registered for May 2023  63 
Highest score  41 
Average points score  32 
Students scoring 40+ points  6% 
Students scoring 35+ points  36% 
Students scoring 30+ points  60% 
Average grade obtained at the school by candidates who passed Diploma   
Number who did not meet DP qualifying requirements  1 
Number who did not meet CP qualifying requirements  0 
DP pass rate  98% 
CP pass rate  100% 

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme achievement 2019 – 2023

IB results  2023  2022  2021  2020  2019 
Name of School  Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 
No. of candidates registered in the session  63  69  74  91  54 
No. of diploma and retake candidates registered  47  54  55  63  42 
No. of subject entries in the session  448  492  504  634  385 
No. of candidates who passed the diploma  46  51  55  62  42 
Average points obtained by candidates who passed the diploma (actual, not rounded)  32  32  35  35  33 
% of candidates who achieved 40+ points  3/47 

(6%) 

5/54 

(9.26%) 

16/55 (29.09%)  9/63 

(14.29%) 

4/42 

(9.52%) 

% of candidates who achieved 35+ points  17/47 

(36%) 

17/54 

(31.48%) 

32/55 (58.18%)  36/63 

(57.14%) 

18/42 

(42.86%) 

% of candidates who achieved 30+ points  28/47 

(60%) 

39/54 

(72.22%) 

45/55 (81.82%)  59/63 

(93.65%) 

33/42 

(78.57%) 

Highest Diploma points awarded to a candidate  41  43  44  43  42 
Average grade obtained by candidates who passed the diploma    5.28  5.54  5.62  5.32 
Diploma Pass rate  98  98  100  98  100 
Total number of candidates excluded from the statistics  3  0  0  0  0 

International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme achievement 2021 – 2023 

IBCP results  2023  2022  2021 
Name of School  Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 
No. of candidates registered in the session  9  3  10 
No. of candidates who passed the IBCP  7  3  10 
Total number of candidates excluded from the statistics  2  0  0 

BTEC achievement 2021 – 2023

BTEC Level 3 results  2023  2022  2021 
No. of students in BTEC cohort:  9  7  10 
No of students in BTEC Level 3 Diploma:  5  4  10 
No of students in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma:  4  3  0 
% of entries graded D*D*D*  50  67   
% of entries graded D*D*D  50     
% of entries graded D*D*  20    42 
% of entries graded D*D  20    17 
% of entries graded DD    75  8 
Overall pass rate  100  100  100 
Number of students excluded from the statistics  0  0  0 

The Video – Raffles World Academy

Further information

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Jon Westley
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