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Discover how The BISAD Way creates consistency, high expectations and exceptional learning experiences for every child.

Discover how BIS Abu Dhabi develops critical thinking in school and at home, using age appropriate thinking routines to help children question, reflect and understand the world.

Discover how metacognition at BIS Abu Dhabi helps students build the skills AI can’t replace, including curiosity, confidence, independence and critical thinking.

BIS Abu Dhabi welcomed IMG Academy specialists for two days of leadership and mindset workshops, marking an exciting milestone in the Nord Anglia × IMG collaboration.

How BIS Abu Dhabi builds strong Primary foundations and prepares students for GCSE, IB and BTEC through the holistic BISAD Diploma.

Compare the IBDP and BTEC pathways to help you choose the best fit for your learning style, university goals, and career aspirations.

Choosing the right school is a big decision. Learn what makes our Outstanding ADEK school stand out, from personalised learning and wellbeing to world‑class pathways that support every learner’s success.

Every learner has the power to shape a better tomorrow. Education is more than academics, it’s about preparing students to lead with confidence, compassion, and purpose in a fast-changing world. Discover how BIS Abu Dhabi empowers students through global partnerships, sustainability projects, and leadership opportunities that make a real impact locally and globally.

As part of Nord Anglia Education’s exclusive partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), BIS Abu Dhabi students gain access to world-class STEAM learning experiences that inspire creativity, problem-solving, and innovation. Continue reading to see how Year 12 student Sai turned this opportunity into a life-changing experience!

Three students from BIS Abu Dhabi recently had the extraordinary opportunity to represent the school at the UNICEF Global Summit, a week-long international conference that brought together over 150 young people from across the world. Read on to discover how the summit empowered our students to explore global challenges, collaborate across cultures, and return with a renewed sense of purpose and actionable ideas for their school community.

The British International School Abu Dhabi, part of the Nord Anglia Education family, is proud to announce that three students have been selected to attend this year’s 2025 Nord Anglia Student Summit in Houston, Texas, a transformative leadership event focused on global citizenship, sustainability, and student-led innovation.  Read on to discover how these young changemakers will collaborate with peers worldwide to drive meaningful impact.

As a proud member of the Nord Anglia family, The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi is at the forefront of cutting-edge research. As one of the select pilot schools, we are benefitting from innovative studies like the recent Forbes-featured Metacognition project, which aims to enhance student learning and critical thinking.

We’re incredibly fortunate to collaborate with one of the world’s top universities for Science, Technology, and Engineering—MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA)- through Nord Anglia. Our students have access to a variety of activities, challenges, and webinars, all available on the Global Campus website under the ‘Activities -> STEAM’ tab. If you’re not a student, you can still explore some of these challenges and webinars on the MIT Curiosity Correspondents YouTube Channel: MIT Curiosity Correspondents - YouTube. Each month, Ms. Roughley, Head of Science at BIS Abu Dhabi and MIT Middle East Lead for Nord Anglia, will provide parents with updates on upcoming MIT events, helping you encourage your child to take part in these incredible opportunities listed below!