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The education section in Dubai is vast and extensive and offers all communities an array of options for children to reach their potential. Boasting over 200 public and private schools, of which 90 per cent are the latter, there are so many curriculums available including Arabic, American, British, French, Indian and Filipino.
With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level.
The education sector in Dubai continues to grow and boasts an extensive plethora of private and public schools in the capital and beyond. Different curriculums cater for a diverse and multicultural population.
With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level. …Read More
Address: Académic City
District: Abu Dhabi City
Curriculum: French
Address: Algeria Street 11A, Mizhar 1
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1995
Curriculum: American
Mirdif American School, Dubai was founded in 1995 as Mirdif American School, an American-based curriculum accepting students from Pre-Kindergarten to Middle School. In 2018, upon receiving its NEASC accreditation status, the school updated its name to reflect the rigorous educational culture of the school.
The educational program caters to all students. They accept children from all nationalities and backgrounds. Their specialised and individualised curriculum caters to students of all abilities, from students of determination to gifted and talented students.
The size of the school and the limited numbers ensure that a friendly atmosphere is maintained and that the children’s individual abilities and potential are fully appreciated.
In keeping with the school’s motto the main objective of the school is to inspire and motivate children in both their academic achievements and their personal growth and character.
Address: Al Nahda 2, Al Ghusais
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1985
Curriculum: British, IGCSE
Address: Garhoud
District: Garhoud
Curriculum: MOE
Address: Street 14 C, Al Raffa Area, Bur Dubai
District: Bur Dubai
Founded: 1990
Curriculum: American
Educational institutions around the world desire to achieve excellence in performance which comes through students’ success. Similarly, NAS members are working hard to ensure a welcoming environment for its learners.
Numerous learning opportunities are extended by NAS teachers through a challenging American curriculum geared towards student success. The school’s aim is to enable them to learn and excel in life.
The school works closely with students on academic success, at the same time ensuring that students are safe and equipped with skills to live a successful happy life.
Address: Rebat Street, Next to Thuraya Private School
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1980
Curriculum: CBSE, Special Needs
Education plays the most important role in acquiring professional and social skills and a positive attitude to face the challenges of life. The curriculum is what constitutes a total teaching learning program comprising overall aims, syllabus, materials, methods and assessment.
Academics, athletics, games and co-curricular activities are imparted at The New Indian Model School to increase self-esteem and mental alertness among the students. The Central playground, basketball and volleyball courts are designed and equipped to facilitate various sports and athletic events.
Address: Al Twar 1
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2005
Curriculum: IB, MOE
Address: Al Warqa 1
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2017
Curriculum: British
Newlands School Dubai enables every child to achieve their potential. Students gain an excellent quality British education in a values-based, internationally-minded environment so that they may understand, contribute to, and succeed in an ever-developing and competitive world.
Newlands School is internationally focused and attentive to every child. Their parents feel valued and well-informed about their child’s strengths and the progress they make. The children are challenged and cared for, as the school supports them through their individual journey.
- We promise our children and parents:
- Personal care and attention
- Smaller classes
- Modern teaching methods
- Subject strengths
- Creative learning opportunities
- Opportunities for risk-taking
- An understanding of the culture and heritage of Dubai
- A culture of tolerance and respect
- To find every child’s strengths
The school’s approach is guided by research and experience of best educational practices. Evidence has shown that students learn best when they have home, peer, teacher and school support that is focused, accountable, sustained in quality, supported by data and aligned with the student’s ambition to achieve.
Address: 27 A St. - Al-Barsha 3
District: Al Barsha
Founded: 2016
Curriculum: American
Welcome to Next Generation School, a comprehensive educational experience that cultivates, nurtures, and combines academic excellence with Islamic values, provides a comprehensive Arabic language program, and fosters civic responsibility to develop successful and contributing members of a global society.
Next Generation School’s educational model is built upon ways to move towards transformational approaches to learning. As we believe that we cannot teach children the way we learned and expect them to be ready for the world that they are moving into
Innovation
We are risk-takers; we can use our creativity and critical thinking skills to think out side the box.
Optimism
We are happy; have growth mind-sets and can be resilient when faced with obstacles.
Citizenship
We understand that injustices exist; we are agents and advocates for change and justice.
Empathy
We can put ourselves in the shoes of others and act positively with our mind, heart and spirit.
Self-Awareness
We practice self-regulation and can advocate for our interests, needs, goals and dreams. While remembering we are always accountable to Allah.
Relationships
We understand the responsibilities in creating respectful, safe and reciprocal relationships with ourselves, others and the environment. Keeping good relationships is a part of being a good Muslim.
Inclusivity
We are individuals who are proud of our beliefs and identity and respect and appreciate the unique identities and stories 0f those with whom we share the world.
Perseverance:
We put continuous effort into achieving our goals and doing good work even when it becomes difficult. We are resilient.
Address: Dubai Investment Park 1
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2005
Curriculum: American, MOE
They provide a future-proof skill set designed to help students excel and stand out not only within their local community but also in a global environment. They are one of the few mid-market American International Schools in Dubai offering advanced placement courses for high school students and have some of the best indoor and outdoor sports facilities for any school in the UAE. They offer flexible payment options and provide discounts to families with more than two children enrolled with us.
NIS teaches an American curriculum and follows the American Education Reaches Out (AERO) Common Core Plus program, which provides a framework for curriculum consistency across grades KG-12 in alignment with research-based trends and ongoing developments within this curriculum worldwide and in the USA. AERO is supported by the U.S. State Department’s Office of Overseas Schools and the Overseas Schools Advisory Council.
Colleges and universities welcome students who studied Advanced Placement courses and who demonstrate a strong commitment to learning and self-development.
They are one of a few American curriculum mid-market schools in Dubai offering Advanced Placement(AP) courses in English Language and Composition, Calculus AB, Biology, and Chemistry. The school also offers a breadth of top-level elective courses (from Grades 9 to 12).
They are operated by the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global group of 62 schools across seventeen countries (and growing). Being part of this group provides NIS with outstanding international learning connections, quality assurance, and excellent governance.
NIS is one of only a few American Curriculum international schools in Dubai to be awarded the NEASC accreditation, a globally recognized standard of excellence through which students are accepted to the best international universities.
NEASC works with schools to establish and maintain high standards for all levels of education. Colleges and employers look more favourably upon students who have come from a NEASC-accredited school.
