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My name is Chanika and I am originally from a city called Kandy - the hill country of Sri Lanka, located in between multiple mountain ranges consisting of valleys, plateaus covered with greenery, streams, waterfalls and history. I grew up embracing the simplicity of nature, and loved hiking and playing Netball.
My team at BIS Abu Dhabi has been very supportive, and I feel like I have been working here all my life. Although it has only been about 2 months since I joined BIS Abu Dhabi, I soon settled in and begun to really enjoy my work at the Main Reception.
My previous job was with Federal Express (FedEx) as a Territory Sales Manager, managing the Small, Medium Enterprise and Global Corporate Accounts for FedEx in the city of Abu Dhabi. I have lived in the UAE for 15 years, out of which 9 years of my career lies in Dubai with FedEx and TNT Express.
It was my son who is in FS1 at BIS Abu Dhabi this year, who made me take up a new challenge in a completely new industry. I am glad to have been a part of an organisation that plays a big role in today's world, taking up the responsibility in moulding each student's personality to turn our next generation into more responsible and successful leaders/people.
I enjoy my time off spending quality time with family, baking for my family and friends and travelling. I have travelled to many parts of the world and hoping to continue to do so in the coming years.
Chanika Ehelepola
Our commitment to personalised learning doesn’t stop with our students, it extends to our teachers too. Just as we strive to nurture each child’s learning journey by recognising individual needs and strengths, we believe the same philosophy should guide how we support the professional growth of our staff.
This article explores how professional development, collaboration, and a culture of support drive excellence in teaching at BIS Abu Dhabi.
As we draw this academic year to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been a truly remarkable journey for The British International School Abu Dhabi. This year has been defined by so much more than achievement, it has been a year of resilience, creativity, compassion, and bold ambition.
Read on to discover the unforgettable highlights, proud achievements, and inspiring moments that made this year at BIS Abu Dhabi truly remarkable.
At BIS Abu Dhabi, curiosity isn’t bound to the classroom, it’s a mindset we nurture year-round. With Curious as our Term 3 ambition, we’re excited to carry this focus into Term 1 next year. Curiosity sparks exploration, strengthens connections, and drives metacognitive awareness; helping children understand how they think when they are curious.
Discover simple thinking routines and summer activities that help children stay curious, reflect on their thinking, and start the new term inspired.
The penultimate week of term always brings a mix of energy and reflection. Lessons are still purposeful, but there is also a sense of looking back, recognising just how far our students have come.
This year, we have seen strong academic success across the school. Students have worked hard, and the outcomes reflect that effort. But just as important have been the achievements beyond the classroom in music, sport, language, technology, and the arts. Our curriculum is broad for a reason, and it has been clear this year that our students are thriving in many ways.
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