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You want the best for your child. So do we. At The British International School Abu Dhabi, we promise to support your child to love learning, and inspire them to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

KEY FACTS ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Application Open
Students can join after academic year begins
Tuition Fees
From $14,879 per annum
Age range
From 3 to 18 years old
Curricula
Early Year Foundation Stage, National Curriculum for England, IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme, BTEC
Nationalities
90+
Languages of instruction
English
A Leading school in Abu Dhabi

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As a leading co-educational international Nursery, Primary and Secondary school in Abu Dhabi, we will start your child on the pathway to success at an early age.

Our students follow the best in British and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and BTEC Extended Diploma.

Our international school in Abu Dhabi offers personalised learning experiences to nurture students’ growth while unique opportunities – including collaborations with MIT, UNICEF, and The Juilliard School – cultivate creativity and critical thinking.
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Learning in the fresh air is so much fun. From running, jumping and climbing in our colourful playground to getting tactile with water, sand and mud, our multi-sensory outdoor spaces and Eco-Edventure area develop our students’ fine motor skills.

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Our curricula

Our students follow the best in British and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, International Baccalaureate (IB) and BTEC Diploma Programmes.

These qualifications set the standard for global education and provide pathways to higher education across the world.
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16 to 18 years old
International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme
The pinnacle of international education, our IB Programme is the ideal springboard to the world’s top universities. Through a wide choice of subjects, leadership opportunities, and extraordinary learning experiences, the Full Diploma (IBDP) and IB Courses Programmes create successful, independent young people.
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16 to 18 years old
BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma
Our BTEC Business, IT and Sport programmes provide vocational pathways to university and beyond. They are perfect for students looking for a more immersive, practical experience. Developing our students' theoretical knowledge and practical skills, our BTEC courses offer the perfect blend of academic rigour and hands-on, real-world experiences.
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our curricula

Our students follow the best in British and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and BTEC Diploma.

These qualifications set the standard for global education and provide pathways to higher education across the world.
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11 to 16 years old
English National Curriculum
Our secondary curriculum encourages our students to take on new challenges. Tailored learning experiences enable our students to pursue their passions, while expert teaching develops their knowledge in specialist subjects. Lessons challenge, engage and inspire, ensuring our students get outstanding IGCSE results.
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our curricula

Our students follow the best in British and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and BTEC Diploma.

These qualifications set the standard for global education and provide pathways to higher education across the world.
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5 to 11 years old
English National Curriculum
Our Key Stage 1 and 2 curricula combine exceptional teaching in the core subjects with an astonishing variety of fun activities, trips, and hands-on projects. Our teachers will spark your child’s imagination, supporting them to become confident, curious, creative learners.
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OUR CURRICULA

Our students follow the best in British and international curricula, including the English National Curriculum, Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and BTEC Diploma.

These qualifications set the standard for global education and provide pathways to higher education across the world.
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3 to 5 years old
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Our curriculum is delivered through structured, multi-sensory play, where your child will sing, dance, swim, experiment, paint, read, explore and so much more. Hitting the seven EYFS areas of development, our littlest learners get the best possible start to their education.
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DISCOVERING TALENTS, IGNITING PASSIONS

At BIS Abu Dhabi, there really is an activity for everyone. We run more than 100 co-curricular clubs that will nurture your child’s talents and passions.
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Performing arts
Our world-leading performing arts programme – delivered in collaboration with The Juilliard School – puts our students in the spotlight.
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Performing arts

From an early age, we encourage all our students to express their creativity. Drama, dance, and music enrich our students’ experience, and are delivered by specialist teachers in purpose-built spaces.

Our creative after-school clubs offer a myriad of exciting opportunities. Your child can audition for our chamber orchestra, join one of our dance groups or – for our born entertainers and aspiring pop stars – have fun with friends at our lip sync battle club.

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Sports
Your child will compete in local and national competitions, get fit and healthy, and try new activities in our outstanding sports facilities.
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STEAM
Our STEAM programme will inspire your child to imagine a world of infinite possibilities, cultivating their creativity, curiosity, and confidence.
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STEAM

Our STEAM programme in collaboration with MIT develops students who can solve problems, work together, and challenge the norm.

In our dedicated STEAM lab, students strive to solve some of the trickiest puzzles facing the world today. Our STEAM collaboration days deliver university standard learning experiences, where your child will work on challenges set by MIT professors.

After-school activities include our fun Lego robotics club, where students learn about computer programming, how machines work, and develop their reasoning skills.

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The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
On the world’s leading youth achievement programme, your child will do what they love, try something new, and make a real contribution to our community.
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The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award

We encourage all our students to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. The Award supports our holistic educational approach and complements the activities your child will do through our BISAD Diploma programme.

As part of the Award, each student sets their own goals and challenges. They can choose to do what they enjoy or try something different. They also work on social responsibility projects that help others. As they progress, students develop resilience, learn more about themselves, and grow in confidence.

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JOIN OUR INCLUSIVE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

We’re delighted you’re considering The British International School Abu Dhabi for your child’s education. Your journey starts with our warm and welcoming admissions team, who will guide you through our application process.
  • Get in touch with us today – we’ll explain what you need to do and answer any questions.
  • Come and visit our international school in Abu Dhabi or sign up for a virtual tour.
  • Send us your application form and supporting documents. Your child will then be asked to do a short assessment.
  • All being well, our admissions team will confirm your child’s place, and send you an offer of enrolment.
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STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Ready to start your child’s enrolment journey? Here’s what you need to do.
Make an enquiry
Get in touch with our admissions team to let us know you’re interested in joining the BIS Abu Dhabi family. We can answer any questions, discuss your situation, and confirm whether we have places available.
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Join us for a tour
The best way to get a feel for our inclusive school community is to take a tour of our campus. If you’re not in Abu Dhabi, you can meet us online.
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Send us your application
We accept applications all year round. We promise to get back to you within 24 hours (excluding weekends and national holidays) of receiving your form.
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Assessment
Every child who joins us takes a short assessment, which vary by age. This may include testing your child’s English language fluency, writing, and cognitive skills.
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Finalising your place
You’re almost there! Once you’ve completed the first four steps – and if our school is the right match – we’ll offer you a place. We’ll send you an offer of enrolment to sign, too.
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Getting started
Once your child’s place is confirmed, we’ll make sure they get a warm welcome.
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EXCEPTIONAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

At Nord Anglia Education, we inspire curiosity and innovative thinking in our students - giving them the tools and skills to succeed. Our educational approach uses our global reach, enabled by world-class technology, to bring our students truly transformational learning experiences.

The Juilliard School
Our collaboration with the world leader in performing arts nurtures our students’ love of drama and music.
The Juilliard School

There’s so much more to performing arts than what you see on stage. Children develop self-expression and self-awareness, as well as empathy, confidence, and a love of cultural exploration. Our collaboration with the world-renowned performing arts institution, The Juilliard School, enhances our drama and music programmes, promoting creativity, teamwork, and resilience among students of all ages.

Juilliard is recognised around the world as a leader in the arts. Through our exclusive collaboration, we harness their expertise and experience to create a continually evolving programme, which sparks our students’ imagination and nurtures their talents and interests.

MIT
The MIT-Nord Anglia STEAM programme develops our students’ problem-solving skills through real-world challenges that get them thinking outside the box.
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Our global programme inspires students to look beyond individual subjects, sparking their curiosity through our hands-on interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving. Guided by the world’s leading STEAM institution, our students take part in challenges and visit MIT on a trip led by experts from the university. Our collaboration also gives our teachers the opportunity to learn from specialists in the world of STEAM, coming up with cutting-edge lessons that inspire our students in the future. 
UNICEF
Students are challenged to make a difference both locally and internationally, working together to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Our collaboration with UNICEF challenges both students and teachers to think about how they can make a meaningful, positive impact on the world around them. This includes embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in our teaching and learning, using materials developed by UNICEF. Our students also take part in an annual Global Challenge, as well as local outreach opportunities in our community.
IMG Academy
IMG Academy's sports and wellbeing programme helps students build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills through world-class athletic training, personal development, and elite coaching.
IMG Academy

Our global programme empowers students to develop essential life skills through the discipline of sport, guided by the world’s leading sports education institution.

We equip students with the tools to succeed both on and off the field by combining elite athletic training with personal development, wellbeing, and mindset coaching. Altogether, this builds their resilience, confidence, and leadership skills.

Our teachers also benefit from professional development led by IMG Academy’s expert coaches, ensuring they can inspire and support students in reaching their full potential.  

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

  • Is the school open to everyone?
    At BIS Abu Dhabi, we welcome all nationalities. We’re extremely proud of the diversity of our school community. Right now, students, parents, and teachers from more than 90 countries call our school home. We’re also an open enrolment school, which means we welcome students of all abilities. 
  • Do you accept applications all year round?
    Yes, your child can join us at any time during the school year (places permitting). If a year group is full, we'll add your child to our waiting list.
  • Will my child have to take a test before they enrol at the school?
    Yes, your child will sit an assessment as part of The British International School Abu Dhabi admissions process. This ensures we can meet their learning needs and offer the right blend of challenge and support. Our assessments and interviews vary depending on the age of your child, but may include class observations and English speaking, writing, and cognitive ability tests.

    All our lessons are taught in English, which is why it’s so important that your child is sufficiently fluent. Our expert English as an Additional Language (EAL) team will help students who need extra support. 
  • What's included in your fees?
    Your child’s fees include school materials and most of our co-curricular activities.
  • I have younger children, too - do siblings get priority?
    Yes, we prioritise siblings of current students.
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