Welcome to NAS Dubai one of the foremost International Schools in the world.
Stepping into our exceptional campus, visitors are immersed in our vibrant and lively school community.
From the joyful curiosity ignited within Early Years, the love for learning nurtured and grown within our Primary School, through to the innovative spirit and intellectual ambition fostered in our Secondary School we enable the whole child to flourish. We blend rigorous academics, rooted in the best of British international education and enhanced by Nord Anglia's global innovations. Our students succeed not just academically, but discover their passions, build resilience, and learn to independently navigate the complexities of our world with confidence and kindness.
While we cherish academic excellence, we also understand that preparing our students for a successful future is about more than just examination outcomes. We are an inclusive, values-driven community where respect, kindness and integrity are both expected and celebrated. Our teachers are drawn from the very best world-wide and are committed to nurturing and inspiring every child they care for, and we continually enhance and develop our facilities to ensure we have innovative, world-class learning environments for learners of all ages.
I warmly invite you to visit the school to experience this special community for yourself. Discover how NAS Dubai empowers students to achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Kenny Duncan
Principal
We have organised the information available for this school into 10 sections and 38 questions. Click or tap on the name of each section to read more.
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Number of students
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3100
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Number of nationalities represented in the school
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98
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Most common nationality
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British
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Native English speaking teachers
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Yes
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Language support for students not fluent in English
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No
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Additional language classes offered by the school
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Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish
NAS Dubai Language Academy: Hindi, Russian, Korean, Dutch and Danish (as well as the curriculum languages).
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Max. number of students per class
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24
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Average number of students per class
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22
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Does the school employ teaching assistants?
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Yes
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Use of technology in the classroom
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The latest technology is used such as Ipads, interactive whiteboards, computers, music recording studio, 3D printers and other forms of design technology equipment
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Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies)
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Yes - Microsoft Teams
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Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?
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Islamic Studies
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External examinations or assessments available
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I/GCSE, IB Diploma, A-Levels, BTEC, HSK, YCT, DELE and language
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Results in these examinations
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Please see our website for the latest results.
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Do teachers assign homework to their students?
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Yes
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Approximate hours of homework given
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It varies according to the subject and year group level.
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Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation
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100%
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
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Limited support available.
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students
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All students are supported and encouraged to reach their potential.
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Student access to education psychologist
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Necessary support is provided or referrals are facilitated.
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Entry evaluation for students
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NAS Dubai students are selected based on their character and manners, as well as their ability to cope with a highly academic environment. The school will ask your child to complete an entrance assessment to learn more about them, either at school or online.
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Brief description of entry evaluation required
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Assessments vary according to year group.
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Waiting list
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Depends on the year group.
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Deadline for registration (new academic year)
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Rolling admissions
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Students can join after academic year begins
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Yes
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School start time
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7:30 am
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School finish time
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Early Years flexible finish timings; Primary School 3pm; Secondary School 3:30pm (Thursday 2:30pm)
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Supervised care before/after school
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Creche and Extra Curricular Activities Programme.
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School bus service available
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Yes
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School provided lunches
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Yes
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Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)
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Yes
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Uniform required
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Yes
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Sports facilities at the school
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Outdoor sports facilities include two 25 metre swimming pools, two learner pools, full size rugby pitch, multi sports pitch, tennis courts, netball and basketball courts. Indoor sports facilities include two sport halls, spinning room and a training gym.
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school
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Nord Anglia International School Dubai, also known as NAS Dubai, is an international school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school was established in 2013 and opened in September 2014 for the start of the academic year. Nord Anglia International School Dubai is part of the Nord Anglia Education Group.
While education is the cornerstone of the school's work, NAS Dubai also recognises the importance of respect, manners and good character. Along with strong academic credentials the ability to move confidently and with grace in all situations is a skill that will serve the students for their entire lives. NAS Dubai doesn't just teach your child to absorb knowledge, but also to have the confidence to adapt, to reach higher, to follow their own path, and to lead others in the right direction.
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Teaching approach of the school
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Learning with us is both challenging and enjoyable. NAS Dubai blends the best of the English National Curriculum with the I/GCSE, A-Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma Programme to provide an outstanding education for your child. We create an environment that inspires ambition, optimism, success and achievement. We instill respect, high standards of behavior and social graces in every student.
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Early Years | Ages 3 to 5
Our Early Years curriculum at NAS Dubai offers a child-centred and holistic approach to learning. Following the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, our youngest students achieve their seven key learning and development areas through play, exploration, and discovery.
Our children follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, which sets the standard for the learning, development, and care of children up to the age of five.
The EYFS framework is the best possible start to a child’s education. It’s also the perfect preparation for Primary school, developing the formative knowledge, skills, and understanding they need to thrive.
Primary | Ages 5 to 11
At Primary, our 5 to 11-year-olds follow the English National Curriculum, which is adapted to our unique international setting. Our curriculum is respected around the world, thanks to the careful structure of each Key Stage, which lays the foundations for a lifelong educational journey.
Both academically rigorous and flexible, our curriculum focuses on the core subjects of English, maths, and science, while also expanding knowledge music, art, drama, humanities, and languages. We also place a clear emphasis on personal, social, health, and economic (PSHE) education.
Secondary | Ages 11 to 16
At Secondary, our students follow the English National Curriculum, which culminates in their IGCSE exams in Year 11. The transition to Secondary school can be a big step and we make sure that each student has the support they need to adapt to a more challenging curriculum.
Guided by our specialist subject teachers, our students learn to apply knowledge and understanding to new and familiar situations, to enquire intellectually, and to develop cultural awareness as global citizens.
Sixth Form | Ages 16 to 18
Our curriculum is designed to provide the highest academic standards throughout your child’s education delivered by our outstanding teachers. In our sixth form, we offer:
• IB Diploma Programme - The IBDP is an internationally recognised qualification and a rigorous pre-university course that aims to develop enquiring, driven, knowledgeable young people.
• A-Levels - A-Levels are highly sought-after qualifications recognised by higher education institutions around the world as academically rigorous, creatively stimulating and challenging courses taken at post-16 level.
• BTEC - The BTEC International Level 3 pathway offers a flexible, future‑focused route through Sixth Form, combining applied coursework with weekly professional experience.
Facilities
NAS Dubai’s campus has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded to reflect the latest principles of innovative educational design. The school offers an exceptionally spacious, naturally lit learning environment that supports students from Early Learning through Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form.
Students enjoy nearly 20 science labs, three libraries, art and photography studios, a recording studio, a podcast studio, Makerspace, 3D printers and a 524-seat auditorium. The school features two 25m competition pools, two learner pools, two indoor sports halls with basketball courts and a fitness suite, full-sized outdoor pitches, tennis and multi-purpose courts. Technology drives learning with iPads and interactive whiteboards. We warmly invite you to book a tour and see our community live.
Performing Arts
The performing arts are creative keys that can unlock your child’s imagination and significantly transform their education.
The Juilliard-Nord Anglia Performing Arts Programme has been designed to give students a deep engagement with performing arts - promoting cultural literacy, creativity, critical thinking and collaboration.
At Nord Anglia Education we are passionate about all three performing arts. All students in our schools around the world experience music, dance and drama as they form an important part of our curriculum from the age of four right through to middle school. We strongly believe all three subjects play a crucial role in enabling our students to develop into intelligent, confident and well-rounded global citizens.
Sports
We believe that regular physical activity plays an important part in the life of any student, helping them to stay physically and mentally fit and healthy and also providing valuable lessons about teamwork, dedication and good sportsmanship.
Our sports programme gives students the opportunity to learn, build skills and have fun with new experiences outside of the normal classroom environment. We aim to deliver a very high standard of coaching and competition, as well as providing enjoyable sporting opportunities for all. These include everything from regular PE classes, during which students can test out a variety of activities and improve their physical ability, to competitive team and individual sports and fun extracurricular games.
