Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
270 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
30 |
| Most common nationality |
French, English, Russian. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
A vibrant Emirati community that has nearly tripled since the last academic year. |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Mandarin, Arabic, French, Russian |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
As a Google Legacy school, we fully integrate Google Workspace and its tools into the daily learning and teaching experience for both students and teachers. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
We use technology daily for lessons, classwork, and homework, and we have the digital infrastructure in place to support students' learning both in school and at home. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
As a school based in the UAE, we respect and facilitate the practice of Islam for our Muslim students, including dedicated prayer rooms and Islamic Studies, while maintaining an inclusive environment for all faiths. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We teach everything through MSCS |
| External examinations or assessments available |
GL assessments |
| Results in these examinations |
Our students results are in line with the curriculum expectations |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
The homework should be completed within a week's time |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
We do not have graduates yet. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Our school offers specialized programs for ELL students, inclusive education for students with additional needs, and enrichment for Gifted and Talented learners. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We support our gifted and talented students through personalized learning plans, advanced enrichment activities, and opportunities for leadership and higher-level problem-solving within our boutique classroom settings |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, they do. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We accept applications year-round, subject to seat availability, though we encourage early registration to ensure a smooth transition for the new academic year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:00 AM |
| School finish time |
3:00 PM |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, our canteen provides fresh, healthy, and balanced meals daily, including breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner, ensuring students receive a complete and nutritious menu |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a diverse range of termly extracurricular activities, including sports like basketball, football, creative arts such as pottery, fashion, and ballet, and academic clubs like robotics, chess, and languages. |
| Sports activities included |
Our physical education curriculum combines athletics with a variety of sports, utilizing our high-quality facilities which include a football pitch, padel courts, a basketball court, and an ice hockey rink. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we host annual Sports Days for each school phase where students participate in competitive sports and games and athletic events |
| Facilities at the school |
Our boutique campus features specialized learning and play spaces, including a Library, Science Labs, a STEM room, and a Future Tech Lab. For creative and social growth, we offer a Music Hall and Theater, an Atrium for shaded play, and unique zones like the 'Mars Room' and outdoor areas equipped with climbing walls, giant chess, and imaginative play equipment. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Our high-end sports facilities include a football pitch, padel and tennis courts, a basketball court, a dedicated ice hockey rink, and a specialized Judo room |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are a future-focused school that prioritizes practical, hands-on learning, from robotics to real-world building, to develop students with exceptional character and a lifelong love for learning. With our multilingual robotic dog mascot leading the way, we combine cutting-edge technology with high academic standards to ensure every student is prepared for success at the world’s top universities. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our approach is built on hands-on, practical learning. We move away from traditional theory to engage students in real-world projects like robotics and building. This develops their curiosity and character, ensuring they become active learners who enjoy every lesson. |
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