Barakah Behaviour Platform

Barakah Behaviour Platform

Living the Barakah Way

A values-driven behaviour management platform rooted in Barakah Culture, designed to build character, guide reflection and create a consistent whole-school approach to behaviour.

To make every interaction in school an opportunity to build character, strengthen values and cultivate Barakah.

See how it works

Every member of our school community has an important role in helping students live the Barakah Way.

Why Barakah?

A platform for becoming, not just recording

Traditional behaviour systems often focus on compliance, rewards and improvement pathways. Barakah takes a different approach. It asks not only "What did the student do?" but "Who is the student becoming?" The platform helps teachers recognise positive choices, coach reflection, restore relationships and build a consistent culture rooted in Islamic values.

The Barakah Platform has two complementary pathways. The Growth Pathway recognises positive choices through Barakah Points. The Reflection Pathway supports accountability through Improvement Points, reflection, repair and coaching. Both pathways lead towards the same goal: excellent character.

The Barakah Framework

Values
Mindsets
Daily Choices
Reflection
Character
Barakah

Character is not built through isolated incidents. It is cultivated through repeated cycles of values, action, reflection and restoration.

Seven Barakah Commitments

The Seven Barakah Commitments

TaqwaI remember Allah before I act.
MercyI treat myself and others with compassion.
ResponsibilityI own my actions and do not blame others.
ExcellenceI strive to do my best.
PeaceI bring calm, not conflict.
JusticeI am truthful and fair.
ServiceI help others and strengthen my community.

Barakah Symbols

Symbols that make character growth visible

Every student is assigned a unique Barakah Symbol that represents strengths, aspirations and values. These symbols help students see behaviour as part of their identity, reflection and growth journey.

🦅FalconExcellence
VisionFocusExcellence

Sees clearly, aims high and strives for ihsan.

🐝BeeService
TeamworkServiceConsistency

Builds community through steady, helpful action.

🦅EagleVision
VisionCouragePurpose

Rises above distractions and keeps sight of what matters.

🌴Date PalmResilience
ResilienceGenerosityBenefit

Stands firm and gives benefit to others.

🏮LampGuidance
GuidancePresenceLight

Brings clarity, calm and direction.

🐬DolphinMercy
JoyEmpathyMercy

Lifts others through kindness and care.

🐪CamelPatience
PatiencePerseveranceReliance

Keeps going with sabr and trust in Allah.

🐜AntTeamwork
CooperationPlanningDiligence

Works carefully with others towards a greater good.

Showing 8 of 31 Barakah Symbols. Every student discovers their own during Symbol Reveal.

Secondary UAE Heritage Symbols

UAE heritage emblems for older students

Secondary students use a mature set of Barakah UAE Heritage Symbols inspired by physical objects from UAE culture, Islamic identity and Emirati heritage. These symbols help students aged 11-16 connect character growth with purpose, responsibility, belonging and legacy.

Primary Barakah Symbols remain warm and imaginative. Secondary UAE Heritage Symbols are designed to feel more dignified, personal and age-appropriate while celebrating the culture, history and values of the UAE.

Dallah Coffee PotHospitality
GenerosityRespectWelcome

Represents honouring others through warmth, generosity and dignified service.

Finjan Coffee CupWelcome
ServiceHumilityRespect

Reminds students that small gestures can make others feel valued.

Majlis CushionListening
CommunityDialogueRespect

Symbolises thoughtful conversation, patient listening and belonging.

Sadu WeavingPatience
TraditionCollaborationCraft

Shows how steady effort and shared work create something meaningful.

Barjeel Wind TowerWisdom
InnovationBalanceAwareness

Connects heritage with intelligent solutions and thoughtful balance.

Abra BoatJourney
ConnectionAdaptabilityTrust

Represents moving forward with others while staying steady on the path.

Pearl Diving BasketCourage
PerseveranceLivelihoodEffort

Honours brave effort, discipline and working hard for something valuable.

Fort DoorResponsibility
ProtectionTrustStewardship

Represents guarding what matters and making responsible choices.

Showing 8 of 30 Heritage Symbols. The full set is revealed to secondary students in the app.

Barakah Houses

A community identity rooted in our school values

Every student belongs to a Barakah House. While each student has their own personal Barakah Symbol, their House connects them to a wider community built around the core values of ISCS Nad Al Sheba.

Barakah Houses encourage teamwork, belonging, healthy competition and collective responsibility. Students earn Barakah Points for themselves, and those points also contribute to their House total.

Integrity HouseDo what is right.

We are honest, trustworthy and guided by strong moral character.

Compassion HouseCare for everyone.

We show mercy, kindness and empathy in our words and actions.

Collaboration HouseTogether we achieve more.

We work with others, support our community and succeed together.

Courage HouseStand firm for good.

We speak truth, take initiative and do what is right even when it is difficult.

Tolerance HouseRespect every person.

We respect differences, listen with humility and build peaceful relationships.

House identity is shared. Barakah Symbol identity is personal. Both work together to help students live the Barakah Way.

Assigned through the System Administrator workspace

Houses are assigned by the school through the System Administrator workspace. They can be imported as part of the student CSV file or assigned manually by authorised staff. House allocation is separate from the Barakah Symbol reveal.

  1. 1Student profile is created.
  2. 2House is assigned by CSV import or administrator.
  3. 3Student earns Barakah Points for themselves and their House.

Who It's For

Built for every part of our school

👩‍🏫Teacher

Recognise positive choices, record Improvement Points, coach students and monitor classes.

🧑‍🏫Form Tutor

Guide form-time reflection, reveal Barakah Symbols and support students' character identity for the year.

👨‍👩‍👧Parent

Celebrate your child's progress, monitor their Barakah journey and support character development at home.

🎓Student

View your Barakah Journey, track your progress, discover your Barakah Symbol and reflect on your growth.

🏫Leader

Monitor whole-school culture, analyse trends, support teachers and oversee behaviour across the school.

⚙️System Administrator

Manage users, roles, permissions, platform settings, behaviour libraries, Barakah Symbols and system configuration.

🚌Bus Attendant

Recognise positive transport behaviour, record Improvement Points and support safe, respectful journeys.

🛣️Transport Supervisor

Monitor transport behaviour across all buses, acknowledge reports and coordinate follow-up.

Behaviour Library

Recognising the everyday choices that build exceptional character

Rather than rewarding vague ideas such as "good behaviour", Barakah recognises specific, observable actions that teachers can see in every lesson.

Every Barakah Point is awarded against a carefully designed Behaviour Library consisting of 114 positive observable actions.

clearly observableappropriate within schoolrooted in Barakah valuesquick to recogniseconsistent across classroomsfocused on character

Because every behaviour is tagged to one of the Seven Barakah Commitments, the platform can build a rich picture of each student's character journey over time.

114Barakah Actions
100Everyday Actions

The behaviours teachers recognise every day in lessons and around school.

10Leadership Actions

Exceptional contributions through leadership, responsibility and service.

4Barakah Moments

Rare recognitions awarded for extraordinary demonstrations of character.

Click a commitment to preview the 16 observable actions teachers can recognise.

Arrives preparedBegins learning promptlyOffers help without being askedShares resources willinglyUses kind wordsWelcomes another studentTakes responsibility for mistakesUses feedback to improveKeeps workspace organisedShows perseveranceWorks collaborativelyLeaves the classroom better than they found it

Designed for Teachers

The Behaviour Library has been intentionally designed around observable actions rather than subjective judgements.

Teachers simply recognise what they can see.

This creates greater consistency, fairness and reliability across every classroom while helping students understand exactly which behaviours contribute to becoming people of excellent character.

Small actions, recognised consistently, become habits.Habits shape character.Character shapes lives.

Improvement Points

Supporting accountability through reflection, repair and improvement

Barakah recognises positive choices through Barakah Points, but it also supports accountability when behaviour falls short. Improvement Points are used when a student's actions require reflection, repair and improvement. They are not used to label students, but to identify the behaviour that needs to change and guide the next coaching conversation.

Every Improvement Point is an opportunity to reflect, repair, improve and move forward.
-1Reflection Needed

Gentle reminders where a student needs support before behaviour becomes more serious.

-2Improvement Needed

One-off behaviours that interrupt learning or demonstrate poor choices.

-4 to -6Significant Improvement Needed

Repeated or more deliberate behaviours that affect learning, relationships or safety.

-8 to -15Serious Improvement Needed

Serious behaviours requiring pastoral or leadership intervention.

Pastoral Support Pathway

From reflection to personalised support

Improvement Points help identify behaviours that require reflection, repair and growth. When patterns continue, Barakah guides staff through a graduated Pastoral Support Pathway so students receive the right support at the right time.

This pathway helps teachers, tutors and leaders respond early, work together and support students before concerns become more serious.

Support increases when a student needs more help, not because they are being labelled.
1Reflection

A student needs a reminder, reflection conversation or small improvement target.

  • Teacher coaching
  • Reflection conversation
  • Repair action where needed
  • Fresh start
Student returns successfully to learning.
2Teacher Support

Repeated Improvement Points or repeated reminders within a short period.

  • Teacher check-in
  • Parent communication where appropriate
  • Seating or routine review
  • Positive recognition focus
Improvement over 5 school days.
3Pastoral Support Plan

Patterns continue or teacher requests pastoral support.

  • Form Tutor, Head of Year or Phase Supervisor follow-up
  • Student voice
  • Parent voice where appropriate
  • SMART targets
Coordinated support and clear targets.
4Targeted Intervention

Pastoral Support Plan does not show sufficient improvement.

  • Behaviour mentor or pastoral lead
  • Daily check-in
  • Restorative meeting
  • Character coaching
Sustained improvement through targeted support.
5Intensive Support

Serious or persistent concerns requiring senior leadership oversight.

  • Senior leader monitoring
  • Behaviour contract
  • Enhanced pastoral plan
  • Parent partnership
Intensive support with clear review points.

Graduated support flow

Improvement Point
Reflection Conversation
Repair / Next Step
Monitor Pattern
Pastoral Support if Needed
Review Progress
Return to Growth Pathway

Students can move up or down the pathway depending on need. The aim is always to return to the Growth Pathway.

Every support plan begins with strengths

When a student needs additional support, Barakah does not begin with what is wrong. It begins with what is strong. Staff identify the student's strengths, Barakah Symbols, trusted relationships and positive behaviours before setting improvement targets.

Helpful to younger studentsResponds well to praiseShows kindness outside lessonsStrong practical learnerEnjoys responsibility

Pastoral Support Plan includes:

  • Student strengths
  • Areas for growth
  • Student voice
  • Parent voice
  • SMART targets
  • Lead staff member
  • Review date
  • Support actions
  • Progress notes
  • Exit criteria

How leaders use this pathway

Leaders can use the Pastoral Support Pathway to identify emerging patterns, track support plans, review intervention impact and ensure students receive timely support before concerns become more serious.

Your Barakah Journey

Becoming the Best Version of Yourself

Every day gives you a new opportunity to grow.

At ISCS, we believe that every choice you make helps shape the person you are becoming.

The Barakah Behaviour Platform is not about catching you doing something wrong or simply giving rewards.

It is here to help you grow into a young person who is kind, responsible, honest, respectful and committed to excellence.

Everyone makes mistakes. Everyone has strengths. Everyone can improve.

Our goal is to help you become the very best version of yourself.

⭐Make Great Choices

Every lesson gives you opportunities to make positive choices that help yourself and others learn.

🌱Learn From Mistakes

Nobody is perfect. When mistakes happen, we help you reflect, repair and learn so you can make an even better choice next time.

📈Grow Every Day

Small positive choices every day build strong habits. Strong habits build excellent character.

🤝Be a Blessing

Use your talents, words and actions to make life better for the people around you.

Your Barakah Journey

Today's ChoicesPositive ActionsBarakah PointsReflectionImprovementCharacterBarakah

Every choice matters. Every day is a fresh opportunity to grow.

Remember...

Your Barakah Score does not tell us who you are.

It simply helps you see the choices you are making and reminds you of the person you are becoming.

We don't expect perfection.We encourage progress.Because every step towards better character brings us closer to becoming the people Allah wants us to be.
One Student. One Profile. Every Lesson.Students may belong to one Form class and several teaching groups, but they have one live Barakah profile. Points and reflections from Maths, English, Arabic, Islamic, PE, assemblies, duties and trips all contribute to the same character journey.

How It Works

A live culture loop from lesson to leadership

  1. 1Teacher signs in
  2. 2Current lesson opens
  3. 3Teacher taps student
  4. 4Awards point or reflection
  5. 5Profile updates
  6. 6Tutors and parents see growth
  7. 7Leaders analyse culture trends

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this just a rewards system?No. Barakah is a character development platform. Points recognise positive choices, while reflections support accountability, repair and growth.
Do teachers use Form classes only?No. Teachers access their actual teaching groups. Every action updates the student's single Barakah profile.
Do parents see every incident?Parents see a growth-focused view that celebrates progress and highlights broad areas for support.
What happens after a Character Reflection?The student is coached to reflect, repair and return to learning with dignity.

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