
Khalifa Special Needs School
Part of Al-Jeri Holding Group, Founded 1988
Updated July 2026
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Established in 1988, Khalifa School is an international institution providing specialized education for students aged 6 to 21 with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and intellectual impairments. The school utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to support students' academic, functional, and vocational development.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Khalifa School is dedicated to nurturing the unique abilities of every student within a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. It operates on the belief that every student has limitless potential and focuses on empowering learners through inquiry-based practices, reflection, and social interaction.
Programmes
The school follows the Functional Academic Curriculum for Exceptional Students (F.A.C.E.S) and incorporates the ASDAN program. The curriculum covers personal health, English and Arabic language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, vocational training, fine motor skills, physical education, music, and religion. The school is organized into divisions including pre-school, elementary, middle school, and high school.
Outcomes
The school aims to empower students to acquire skills, knowledge, and values that can be applied to everyday life. Through academic, functional, and vocational training, the school strives to nurture each student's potential to lead an independent life to the maximum extent possible.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a comprehensive therapy department staffed by professionals including speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, a school psychologist, and a social worker. Support is delivered through Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and multidisciplinary services, including behavioral modification, to address the unique needs of students with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and intellectual impairments.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school caters to students aged 6 to 21 years. Prospective families are invited to contact the school directly via the provided enquiry form or phone numbers to learn about the admission procedure and fee structure.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features specialized facilities including an auditorium, a library, swimming pools, and art studios. It also houses a school clinic and dedicated spaces for therapy and vocational training.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an after-school program and a variety of extracurricular activities designed to support student development. These include music, pottery and porcelain workshops, and physical education.
- Jawad KawtharaniPrincipal
As the principal, he leads the school community with a focus on nurturing the unique abilities of students with autism, Down syndrome, developmental delays, and cerebral palsy. He emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, the use of the F.A.C.E.S framework and ASDAN program, and strong partnerships with parents.
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