Year 8/9

Because today's learners need more than information—they need formation.

At Stewards.ONE Online School, we aim to develop students who don't just know things, but become people of purpose.

Our Approach at Stewards.ONE Online School

At Stewards.ONE, we design learning intentionally. Our approach combines coaching, parental partnership, and integrated, hands-on learning to help students grow in knowledge, character, and capability.

Rather than isolating subjects from real life or values, we teach through a model that builds self-governance, focus, and moral clarity.

We advocate for tech consciousness and help our students develop the awareness and discipline to use technology with intention. Part of our ethos is helping students learn to use technology as a tool for good and growth—not as a gateway to distraction, addiction, or poor character. We view their time at Stewards.ONE Online School as a training ground for this, which is why we advocate responsible teaching and purposeful screen use.

We remain committed to promoting healthy device use and therefore offer an optional parental device control programme. This allows us to help students stay focused by monitoring their screens during school hours—supporting both parents and learners in building strong digital habits.

Placement by Ability, not Age

We group students according to their current understanding and skills. This means placing each student where they can genuinely succeed—strengthening foundations where needed and providing appropriate challenge for those ready to advance. Students who need extra support receive targeted help, developed together with parents, while those working ahead stay engaged and motivated.

A Full-service School, not a Tuition Centre

Unlike tuition centres with limited lessons per week, we provide daily structured teaching across a full school timetable. Students receive consistent guidance, practice, and feedback throughout their regular lessons. We believe real education is the journey that shapes character alongside academic achievement. Our approach combines rigorous teaching with mentorship and practical support, helping students develop both understanding and self-discipline. When students engage with this structured learning, strong GCSE results follow naturally.

Our Partnership Approach

We provide the structure, study skills training, and accountability that students need to succeed. There's no expectation for young people to manage heavy self-study schedules alone. We keep families informed with clear, regular feedback so parents know exactly how their child is progressing. While we're invested in each student's success, we recognise that real progress requires collaboration—when families and students work with us, everyone thrives.

At Stewards.ONE, we see education as a partnership between school and home. Parents are not just supporters—they are co-architects of their child's development. While we guide students academically and morally during the day, it is the rhythms of home life that often determine whether those lessons truly take root.

As your child spends their day learning with us, we hope their evenings and weekends are shaped to support a balanced, capable, and God-conscious life—where learning, movement, service, and stillness are all honoured.

Stewards.ONE Evening Stewardship Framework (ESF)

Partnering with Parents to Raise Capable Stewards

What happens outside school hours is just as important as what happens during them.

The Evening Stewardship Framework helps families intentionally shape after-school routines to reinforce our shared values: capability, discipline, contribution, and God-consciousness.

Our Evening Stewardship Framework consists of six core components designed to support families in creating purposeful, screen-conscious, and nourishing evening and weekend routines:

The Stewards.ONE Year 8/9 Programme builds on the strong foundation laid in Year 7—shifting the focus toward deeper independence, clearer purpose, and GCSE preparation. At this stage, students are expected to take greater ownership of their time, learning, and goals, supported by expert teaching and personalised coaching. They develop academic depth, practise structured revision, and build focus and stamina for longer tasks. Through capability coaching and real-world themes, they begin clarifying their direction, exploring personal interests, and preparing for future choices. Students also take part in guided career exploration and apply their learning through projects, presentations, peer mentoring, and real-world problem-solving challenges.

Core Subjects

Students in Year 8/9 follow a broad, high-quality curriculum based on the UK National Curriculum and adapted for online learning.

Core subjects include:

In addition to our core subjects, students engage with a range of supplementary subjects delivered through an integrated approach. These include Qur’an, ʿAqīdah, Fiqh, Business, Environmental Studies, Economics, and Geography. These subjects are woven throughout the school day—either as dedicated lessons or embedded within our enrichment programmes—to provide a holistic and meaningful learning experience.

Our School enrichment programmes extends learning beyond the curriculum, giving students space to stretch, apply, and deepen their growth.

STEWARDS Online School Year 8/9 Programme 2025-2026

The Years 8/9 programme is delivered through a carefully structured weekly schedule that deepens academic challenge while strengthening student ownership, focus, and direction.

How We Deliver Learning

• Every subject is taught through live, interactive Zoom lessons where students engage directly with teachers and peers
• All sessions are recorded, ensuring no student misses out on learning opportunities
• Resources and assignments are centralised through a learning management system
• Homework is carefully structured to reinforce lesson objectives and build independent study skills

Assessment & Communication

• Students receive regular formative assessments that help track progress and identify areas for growth
• Parents receive detailed grade reports each term with clear insights into their child's development
• Biannual parent evenings create opportunities for meaningful conversations about student progress
• Our parental masterclasses equip families with strategies to support online learning at home
• Teachers provide clear expectations and targeted feedback that helps every student improve

Classes run Monday through Friday, with timings designed to accommodate family life and prayer times.Each class session is typically 60 minutes in duration. Subjects marked with an asterisk (*) require placement assessment to ensure students are placed at the appropriate level for optimal learning.

Now Enrolling for 2025–2026

Ready to begin your journey with STEWARDS Online School? Complete our online admissions form at www.stewards.one/admissions

The application takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.

The Enrollment Process

Once you submit your application, here's what happens next:

1. Application Review
Our admissions team reviews your application within 3 working days.

2. Assessment & Interview
We'll contact you to schedule baseline assessments for your child and a family consultation interview.

3. Enrollment Decision
Following the assessment and interview, we'll confirm your child's placement and discuss payment options.

4. Onboarding
Once enrolled, you'll receive login credentials, platform access, and attend orientation sessions.

Questions?

If you'd like to discuss the programme before applying, our academic advisors are available for free consultations. See the next page for contact details.