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American International School

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CityDubai-Sharjah-Ajman
CurriculumAmerican
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 4 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average
Maximum
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: Dirham 15,863
to: Dirham 27,181
Address: 6th St, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Number of students

2496

Number of nationalities represented in the school

60

Most common nationality

Arab

Ratio of local students to international students

5% local : 95% international

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Depends on the subject and grade level.

Entry evaluation for students

Placement test

Brief description of entry evaluation required

Students are placed in grade levels based upon the submission and evaluation of official transcripts, as well as their score on the American International School entrance examination. Students are also required to take a formal examination to demonstrate competence in basic courses before being allowed to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses. American International School reserves the right to determine the method of placement.

School start time

7:45 am

School finish time

2:15 pm
Early dismissal for students every Thursday at 1:00 pm.

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes

Uniform required

Yes

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

American International School’s extracurricular sessions are mainly conducted on campus are offered after school and include a wide array of activities ranging from sports to home economics, yearbook, visual arts, crafts, newsletter, music, and drama.

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

American International School is a private, independent institution that serves students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. It has an international program of studies which meets the needs of the multinational community in the UAE.

American International School is a school that strives to develop a love for learning in each student. The school's aim is to foster independent learners, skilled communicators and inquiring students who are willing to challenge the accepted and move into the unknown. It is a state-of-the-art school that will provide the tools and guidance to allow students to sift through the massive information and make informed decisions.
AIS is the place for students who are willing to accept the challenge of excellence, dedicated to becoming global citizens with pride in their culture and an appreciation for the cultures of the world. In its students, AIS inspires a passion for learning, encouraging emotional and intellectual vitality, and empowers them with the confidence and courage to contribute to the global community and to
achieve their dreams.

Teaching approach of the school

American International School embraces a commitment to high standards. There is a strong emphasis in teaching students to live in the Islamic faith within the context of the American Education Program. Traditional values such as patriotism, good discipline, respect for all (especially the elderly), respect for religious eliefs, loyalty, (to school, family and country) and devotion to truth are highly espected and integrated into the curriculum.

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