As exam season unfolds, there's a special kind of stillness that settles over the school. In the quiet hum of the examination hall, behind the rustle of papers and the soft clicking of keyboards, is a profound truth: we are witnessing a moment that our students will carry with them forever. It is the culmination of years of learning, growth, and perseverance, a chapter closing and a new one ready to be written.
It’s a powerful moment to watch our Year 11 and Year 13 students take their final exams at BIS Abu Dhabi. In their focused faces, we see not just nerves and excitement, but ambition, determination, and hope. These are the young people we have laughed with, challenged, supported, and cheered on—and now, they sit poised on the threshold of what comes next.
As educators, we carry the quiet privilege of holding their hopes and dreams in these defining moments. It's a responsibility we do not take lightly. And it is one made lighter and more meaningful by the strength of our community.
Every corner of BIS Abu Dhabi has played a role. Subject teachers have offered last-minute guidance, reinforcing knowledge and confidence. Heads of Year and tutors have soothed anxious minds with kind and reassuring words. Friends and peers across year groups have offered notes of encouragement, fist bumps, and gestures of solidarity. Even our Primary colleagues have walked their corridors with extra care, guiding younger students with soft footsteps and hushed tones, knowing the importance of these days.
This, truly, is the essence of BIS Abu Dhabi. A community that rises together, not only to teach, but to lift, to calm, to support. We don’t just prepare students for exams; we surround them with a village of care.
So, to our students sitting these exams: we are so proud of you. And to our staff, families, and wider school community: thank you. Thank you for showing what it means to stand beside our young people in the moments that matter most.
Victoria Juett
Assistant Head of Secondary
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.
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.
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.
Celebrating Our Shared Success: A Year of Partnership and Recognition
As we approach the end of a vibrant academic year filled with events, achievements, and memorable moments, I am delighted to share some fantastic news with you all. Our school has been honoured with not one, but two prestigious awards in recognition of our commitment to parent engagement: the MENA Parent Partnership Award and the ADEK Best Parent Engagement Award.
Read on to discover how these awards celebrate our collaborative culture, highlight parent-school partnerships, and support meaningful improvements for our students.
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