Our exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT and UNICEF enrich our students’ school experience, both in lessons and beyond the classroom.
Performing arts are so much more than what is seen on stage. They encourage self-expression and self-awareness, as well the development of empathy, confidence and cultural exploration. Our collaboration with Juilliard, the world-renowned performing arts school, combined with our outstanding dance, drama, and music programmes, inspires our students’ creativity, team-work and resilience.
The Juilliard School is recognised around the world as a leader in the performing arts; our exclusive collaboration with them harnesses their expertise and experience to create an arts programme that both inspires our students and sparks their passion to pursue their talents and interests.
From an early age, we encourage all our students to express their creativity. Drama, dance, and music enrich our students’ experience, and are delivered by specialist teachers in purpose-built spaces.
Our creative after-school clubs offer a myriad of exciting opportunities. Your child can audition for our chamber orchestra, join one of our dance groups or – for our born entertainers and aspiring pop stars – have fun with friends at our lip sync battle club.
Our STEAM programme in collaboration with MIT develops students who can solve problems, work together, and challenge the norm.
In our dedicated STEAM lab, students strive to solve some of the trickiest puzzles facing the world today. Our STEAM collaboration days deliver university standard learning experiences, where your child will work on challenges set by MIT professors.
After-school activities include our fun Lego robotics club, where students learn about computer programming, how machines work, and develop their reasoning skills.
We encourage all our students to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. The Award supports our holistic educational approach and complements the activities your child will do through our BISAD Diploma programme.
As part of the Award, each student sets their own goals and challenges. They can choose to do what they enjoy or try something different. They also work on social responsibility projects that help others. As they progress, students develop resilience, learn more about themselves, and grow in confidence.
Nothing beats the thrill of a new adventure. And for many of our students, our overnight residential trips are the highlight of the year.
Your child will kayak, climb, and trek at a purpose-built residential camp in Dibba and snorkel, swim, and scuba dive off the coast in Dhow. They’ll also take part in overnight activities as part of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. They’ll be supported every step of the way by highly qualified teachers, staff and coaches – ensuring they flourish.
Extraordinary experiences away from our campus add an exciting dimension to your child’s learning.
Trips to museums and mosques bring history to life, while our creative programmes are enriched by visits to the theatre and art galleries. Your child will also go to wildlife sanctuaries and parks, and get involved in beach clean ups and local social responsibility projects.
Your child’s wellbeing is our number one priority. We know that students who feel safe, supported and included will thrive, both personally and academically.
All our students follow our meticulously planned Personal, Social and Moral Education curriculum. Supported by our highly qualified pastoral team, they learn about healthy lifestyles and develop the tools they need to look after their physical and emotional wellbeing. At our mindfulness co-curricular club, students learn how to manage their emotions and deal with stress.
Our comprehensive safeguarding approach – which includes a National Online Safety Programme – was recognised at the International School Awards in 2022, where we were nominated for a prestigious Safeguarding Award.
Your child will thrive in our inclusive international community, where outstanding facilities play host to exceptional learning experiences.
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MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE
In our inclusive and diverse school community, your child will become a socially responsible young person who makes a genuine difference to the world around them.
Every student is supported to take part in enrichment programmes that give them a global perspective, like The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and Model United Nations. Through our exclusive collaboration with UNICEF, your child will explore global issues – including climate change and the UN Rights of the Child – and influence change on the international stage.
Our BISAD Diploma programme encourages our students to show honesty, respect and kindness, while also helping others. And our House system brings students from different year groups together to work on community-based projects.