Pace Modern British School

The school’s vision places children and their individual learning needs at the center of its educational approach. It seeks to foster a love for learning by combining traditional values with modern techniques, aiming to develop students who can contribute innovatively to global impact. The school emphasizes a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment that promotes creativity and student agency.

The school follows the UK British Curriculum, beginning with an EYFS programme rooted in Montessori and Reggio Emilia principles that emphasizes play-based discovery. Primary education (Key Stages 1 and 2) utilizes an enquiry-based, question-led approach with cross-curricular links in subjects like science, history, and geography. The secondary curriculum is designed to be purposeful and ambitious, offering iGCSE subjects such as English, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Business, Economics, and ICT, with future pathways leading to BTECs and A Levels.

The school aims to develop compassionate, tolerant global citizens who are prepared for future leadership. Students are encouraged to adopt a "Leave Your Footprint" ethos, focusing on character development, integrity, and making a meaningful contribution to the school and wider community. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the academic qualifications and personal qualities necessary for success in higher education and beyond.

The school maintains a dedicated Inclusion department led by a Head of Inclusion. It offers language support services and provides a pastoral care programme, known as "WHOLEBeing," to support student wellbeing, emotional awareness, and personal resilience.

The school follows a structured four-step enrolment process: initial interaction with the admissions team, submission of required documentation, and final onboarding. Prospective families must provide standard documents including passport copies, Emirates ID, birth certificates, and vaccination records. For students transferring from other schools, an attested transfer or school leaving certificate is required.

The school operates on a standard academic year, with a calendar approved by the KHDA. The school week runs from Monday to Thursday, 7:45 am to 2:35 pm, and Friday, 7:45 am to 11:40 am. The administration office maintains specific hours, including Sunday operations.

Located in Al Rashidiya, the campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support a modern learning environment. These include dedicated science laboratories, spaces for arts and sports, and technology-integrated classrooms. The school also maintains comprehensive emergency response infrastructure, including documented evacuation plans and designated safe zones.

The school encourages students to pursue interests beyond the classroom through a range of activities, including athletics, the arts, outdoor education, and community service. Students participate in regional and international competitions, and the school hosts various events such as "WOW Shows" and student leadership opportunities like House Captains and mentoring.