American International School in Abu Dhabi

The school is committed to providing a holistic, inquiry-based education that fosters international-mindedness and critical thinking. It integrates American curriculum standards with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework to create a student-centered learning environment. The school emphasizes character development, curiosity, and global citizenship, aiming to prepare students for the challenges of a modern, interconnected world.

AISA offers the American Curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12, alongside the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) for KG1 to Grade 5. In Grades 11 and 12, students may pursue the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The curriculum adheres to Common Core State Standards for English and Math, Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and includes mandatory Ministry of Education standards for Arabic, Islamic Studies, and UAE Social Studies. Secondary school classes currently follow a gender-segregated model.

AISA graduates are accepted into a wide range of international and regional universities, including New York University Abu Dhabi, University College London, the University of Toronto, and various institutions in the UAE, Korea, and the United States. The school focuses on developing resilient learners and compassionate leaders, with a curriculum designed to prepare students for success in a global, interconnected world.

The school provides dedicated student services, including English Language Learning (ELL), counseling, and learning support for students with diverse needs. A specialized team, including inclusion teachers and counselors, works to support individual learning needs, which are further evaluated through personalized, adaptive MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessments in Reading, Language, and Math.

The school welcomes applications throughout the year for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The admissions process includes personalized campus tours, which are available on Tuesdays, and online meetings for overseas families. Prospective families are required to submit an interest form and adhere to the school's admissions policy, with registration fees varying by grade level.

The school operates on an academic calendar that divides tuition fees into at least three equal installments. The academic year typically follows a schedule where the first installment is due up to one month before the start of the school year, with subsequent payments organized throughout the year. Specific dates for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years are provided to families upon enrollment.

The 30,517-square-meter campus features world-class facilities, including two gymnasiums, two libraries, and two indoor and two outdoor basketball courts. The athletic complex includes a regulation grass soccer field and two swimming pools. Academic resources include six science labs, technology labs, and a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) environment for secondary students, supported by a library collection of over 20,000 books and ebooks.

AISA offers a diverse range of after-school activities, including sports, drama, music, arts, crafts, Model United Nations, and service learning projects. The school is a member of the Junior EAC and OASIS Activities Conferences, emphasizing the development of confidence and responsibility through athletic participation. Additionally, the community engages in annual events such as book fairs, AISA Fest, National Day celebrations, and wellness fairs.