Rawafed Private School

The school is committed to fostering a caring, safe, and student-centered environment that promotes integrity, respect, ambition, diversity, and responsibility. It aims to develop well-rounded, independent learners who are prepared to play an active role in their community and the global society.

The school follows an American curriculum accredited by Cognia. Kindergarten focuses on foundational language and social skills, while Grades 1–4 follow a self-contained model covering core subjects including English, Arabic, Mathematics, Science, and Islamic Studies. From Grade 5 onwards, students are taught by specialist subject teachers, with the curriculum expanding to include subjects like Robotics, Moral Education, and various AP courses in the high school years.

Students are prepared for international examinations, including TOEFL, SAT I, and SAT II, as well as AP examinations in subjects such as Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Upon successful completion of Grade 12, students are awarded a High School Diploma, which can be equated with the Ministry of Education curriculum upon passing required examinations in Arabic and Islamic Studies.

The school provides special classes in Islamic Studies and Arabic in English for students who meet Ministry of Education criteria and require additional support. The environment is described as student-centered, with staff focused on providing personalized support to help students excel academically, emotionally, and socially.

Enrollment is open to students of all nationalities. Applicants must complete a placement test in English, Mathematics, and Arabic, which typically takes two hours. Required documentation includes passport copies, residence visas, Emirates ID, birth certificates, vaccination records, and a recent report card; students transferring from outside the UAE must provide an attested Transfer Certificate.

The school day begins at 7:30 am. Kindergarten classes finish at 12:30 pm, while Grades 1 through 12 conclude at 2:50 pm.

The campus features six well-equipped laboratories, including four for science and two for ICT. On-site amenities include a cafeteria serving Halal, nutritionally balanced meals, and dedicated indoor and outdoor recreation areas for sports and social interaction. The school also operates a fleet of buses to provide transportation across the greater Abu Dhabi area.

The school offers approximately 20 extracurricular activities designed to develop discipline, resilience, and teamwork. These include sports, music, and art, which provide students with opportunities to take on leadership roles such as team captains or performers.