LANGUAGES PROGRAMME

At NAS Dubai, language learning begins from Early Years and develops throughout a student’s journey through the school. Students have opportunities to learn Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish, developing not only their communication skills but also their understanding of different cultures and perspectives.

THE LANGUAGE JOURNEY AT NAS DUBAI

A language journey designed to grow with every student, from their earliest experiences through to advanced study in Sixth Form.

Languages Programme | NAS Dubai - Visual Time Line

EARLY YEARS (FS1 - FS2)

Learning through play - building enjoyment, engagement and confidence in communication.

YEAR 1 - 2

Developing proficiency - strengthening the four language skills and progressing towards greater independence.

YEAR 1 - 2

NAS Dubai ks2 students in classroom with teacher

KS2

Growing confidence - advancing communication skills and progressing towards greater independence.

KS2

KS3

Advancing communication skills and introducing IGCSE-style language learning.

KS3

KS4

IGCSE Pathways - developing listening, reading, speaking, and writing towards formal qualifications.

KS4

SIXTH FORM

Advanced level study - continuing through IB Diploma or A Level language pathways.

SIXTH FORM

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Languages in Primary
Languages in Secondary
Languages in Sixth Form

Languages in Primary

Students develop their confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing, while discovering the cultures connected to the languages they study. Alongside Arabic, students have opportunities to learn French, German, Mandarin or Spanish, with additional opportunities available to further develop their language skills.

Languages in Secondary

Students deepen their knowledge and develop greater fluency and independence in their chosen language. Learning progresses towards IGCSE, with a strong focus on listening, reading, speaking and writing, alongside opportunities for early entry and additional international language qualifications.

Languages in Sixth Form

Students can take their language studies further through IB Diploma and A Level pathways. Our IB language offering includes Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish, with additional languages also possible through the NAS Language Academy, providing opportunities for students to pursue languages at an advanced level.