(P) Interview with an Admissions Officer: What to expect from an International School
Deciding to move to another country can be an overwhelming experience, and choosing the right school for your family is one of the most important decisions. Jenny Al Busaidy, CSB’s Admissions Officer, discusses moving to Romania, and what…
Deciding to move to another country can be an overwhelming experience, and choosing the right school for your family is one of the most important decisions. Jenny Al Busaidy, CSB’s Admissions Officer, discusses moving to Romania, and what the admissions process would look like at an international school.
Hi Jenny! How are you?
Great, thank you! February is our busiest month, as we are in the process of re-registration and a lot of new families are thinking about joining us. I really enjoy talking to new parents and guardians, coming to work every morning to talk to new people is my ideal job!
You’re originally from Ireland, what has life been like since moving to Romania?
It’s been quite an adventure. I moved with my family for my husband’s job in 2019. We were quickly settling in but got a little derailed, as did everyone when CoVid-19 hit globally. However, we are so excited to be able to travel again. Romania is an incredibly beautiful place and has a lot to offer, I especially enjoy the mountains for hiking and skiing.
What advice would you give to families moving to Romania, and looking at schools in Bucharest?
My family and I moved many times Internationally with our children. We always looked for a balance of a school that cared about academics, but was also a warm, welcoming environment not only for our children but also us as parents.
Romania is a beautiful place and has a lot to offer: from mountains to beaches, to cities. There are many cultural events to explore in and out of Bucharest, and so many enriching children’s activities. I really do believe it is a wonderful place to bring a family.
Finding the right school is the priority for most families relocating to Bucharest, and the main reason that many families come to us at CSB. We believe the right fit for a student is very important, knowing the challenges that an international move presents. Families come to us as we offer quality British education to our students, while still focusing on their pastoral care and wellbeing, as well as offering many exciting extra-curricular programs too. This is really important for families who are transitioning between home and new country.
What would you expect from the Admissions department in an International school?
The best thing about working in Admissions is meeting a large number of families, and each family has a unique situation. They are the best people to guide you into finding the right fit, as they have experience with students coming from a variety of International schooling systems. We are very familiar with this at CSB, as we have students from all over the world, and currently have 42 nationalities.
