Frequently Asked Questions Do you have a question? Try having a look through our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) first Does my child have to join RAS on a specific date such as the beginning of the school year? Students can join RAS at any point during the school year, typically before May 1. Once the admissions process is complete, an offer has been made, and the financial commitment is confirmed, your child can begin school. A suitable start date will be determined in collaboration with the family and approved by the Admissions team. For IB Diploma students, please note that it is not possible to begin the full IB program after the start of October. How is grade level placement determined? Grade placement for Pre-K to Grade 1 is based on the December 31st cut-off date of the school year of admission. For Grades 2-5, middle school, and high school, placement is determined by both the student’s previous educational experience and age. In some cases, a placement test may be required to ensure accurate placement. How does my child get to and from school? The bus service remains the most popular mode of transport for our students traveling between home and school each day. The service includes morning pick up, drop off after regular dismissal, drop off after co-curricular activities, and drop off after Athletics. A number of students are dropped off and picked up by their parents or drivers. The bus service application is shared with families when the child(ren) is accepted to RAS. How long will I have to wait before I know that my child has been accepted to RAS? We encourage families to apply as soon as they learn of their assignment to Rabat. The review of the complete applications received and assessments will take place in the spring (March/April). We will do our best to provide families with a decision by May 1st. In some instances, we will not be able to provide a final admissions decision until Mid-June or Mid-August. How will my non-English-speaking child man