Year 9 STEAM

This summer, we watched our children experience something extraordinary. Not from the sidelines of a sports field or the back row of a school assembly, but from across the world, in the halls of a 100-year-old palace, among more than 30 teams from across Europe. They travelled to Iași, Romania, to represent BIS Abu Dhabi at the 3rd International School Chess Festival 2025. When they returned home, they came back not just as players, but as global citizens: wiser, stronger, and deeply transformed by the experience. Read on to discover how this journey shaped their resilience, teamwork, and perspective, both on and beyond the chessboard.

LAMDA Acting Examinations are now part of our co-curricular offering, giving students the chance to build confidence, develop performance skills, and earn recognised qualifications that support their academic journey. These exams, run by the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art, are respected worldwide and help students grow in communication, creativity and self-expression. In this article, we celebrate our students’ exceptional results, explain how the exams work, and show how LAMDA supports academic success, including earning UCAS points for university applications.

As we begin a new academic year, I’d like to extend a warm welcome to all our families, whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time. It’s a time full of energy, anticipation, and fresh possibilities. Read on to discover what’s new this year, celebrate recent student achievements, and learn how we continue to support every child’s journey.

BIS Abu Dhabi proudly celebrates its top BTEC and IBDP students who have qualified for the prestigious UAE Golden Visa in recognition of their exceptional achievements. From record-breaking results to global recognition, discover how these young leaders are shaping their future and making their mark both in the UAE and beyond.