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WELCOME TO NORD ANGLIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ABU DHABI
WHERE BIG BRIGHT FUTURES BEGIN WITH SMALL, BRAVE STEPS
At Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi, your child's early years will be filled with exploration and discovery. In a warm, purpose-built environment, our world-class educators will spark curiosity and nurture confidence, to make every day feel magical.
KEY FACTS ABOUT OUR EARLY YEARS
EARLY YEARS APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
A HAPPY START TO LIFELONG LEARNING
At Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi, we know that every moment matters. That's why our early years programme blends creative play, language development and social-emotional growth - in a nurturing space that feels just like home.
With internationally qualified teachers, personalised learning and a strong foundation for future success, your child will be inspired to explore, express and grow - all while having fun with their friends.
With internationally qualified teachers, personalised learning and a strong foundation for future success, your child will be inspired to explore, express and grow - all while having fun with their friends.
Early years
- Early years
OUR CURRICULA
All our students – from Early Years Foundation Stage through to IGCSEs and A-levels – follow the English National Curriculum. Used by more than 30,000 schools worldwide, our curriculum is respected by the world’s top universities and employers.
extraordinary trips and expeditions
As your child grows with NAS Abu Dhabi, they'll experience the world, delving into different cultures and making a real difference on life-changing adventures here and overseas.
Tanzania
Our citizenship trip to Arusha, Tanzania is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your child will learn about global responsibility and sustainability, and the important role we play in looking after our planet. Working with locals on a variety of projects, our students develop a sense of independence, increase their understanding of the world, and realise the importance of community.
Switzerland
Our personal challenge expedition in Les Martinets, Switzerland, encourages our students to take risks and push themselves out of their comfort zone. Set in the beautiful Swiss Alps, students hike through the mountains and take on a series of challenges. They also learn important skills – like cooking and working together under pressure – while creating treasured memories that will stay with them forever.
Local trips
Our location on Al Reem Island is the perfect base to enjoy all manner of exciting activities. Cultural trips across the region instil a sense of pride in our Emirati students and inspire wonder and curiosity among those joining us from overseas. Sporting, service, and outdoor activities add to the breadth of off-campus opportunities on offer.
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JOIN OUR VIBRANT COMMUNITY
We know that choosing the right school for your child is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. Our admissions team is here to help. They’ll guide you through the process and make sure you have the information you need.
Starting your application is easy
- Get in touch with us today – fill in our online enquiry form, give us a call, or send an email.
- Meet our Principal – you can visit us on Al Reem Island or we can arrange a virtual call.
- Our school opens in August – and you can start your child’s application process today!
JOINING OUR GLOBAL FAMILY
We’re delighted you’re considering NAS Abu Dhabi for your child’s education. Your journey will start with our warm and welcoming admissions team, who will guide you through our application process.
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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.
MIT
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.
UNICEF
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)
- Can my child start at any time?
- Yes, we accept students all year round, and your child can join as at any point in the academic year.
- Is the process different if my company pays the fees?
- If your company is paying your child’s fees, our admissions and finance teams will be happy to deal with them directly. Please let us know as early as possible in the application process.
- What curricula do you teach?
At NAS Abu Dhabi, we teach the English National Curriculum from Nursery through to Sixth Form. This includes:
- Early Years (ages 3-5): Early Years Foundation Stage.
- Primary (ages 5-11): English National Curriculum.
- Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14): English National Curriculum.
- Key Stage 4 (ages 14-16): IGCSEs.
- Sixth Form (ages 16-18): A-levels.
