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Three elementary school students at Abu Dhabi International School, top school in Abu Dhabi

Students playing at the playground at the MBZ Campus of AIS Schools

Every day here brings joyful learning and friendship

Welcome to Abu Dhabi International School (AIS)

AIS, one of the top private schools in Abu Dhabi, was founded in 1992 by Mrs. Jihan Nasr, who has been a beacon in the field of education in the region for over four decades. She firmly believes that we must do our bit to leave the world a better place and has been made it her mission to do so through education.

Our priority is to help every student create their own destiny and become happy, productive individuals. We nurture independent thinking and emotional resilience so they may navigate their futures successfully, and have built a loving, positive environment in which they can develop imagination, empathy, and curiosity.

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Among the best international schools in Abu Dhabi

About AIS

AIS is a private, coeducational K-12 day school licensed by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education. We have two contemporary campuses in MBZ City and Abu Dhabi City, and look forward to opening our upcoming third campus in Saadiyat soon.

We are an ADEK-rated high performing school with an outstanding ranking and recognition for our governance, inclusion program, external program, and college admissions. In addition to our academic offerings, our wide range of extra-curricular activities focuses on talent development, creativity, community service, and skill building.

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Students learning the basics of driving at the unique driving academy of one of the best schools in Abu Dhabi, AIS Schools

As a diverse, inclusive school, we have an international body of students and staff from around 60 nationalities. Between our two locations, we have approximately 3500 students, with 5% of the student body reserved for special needs students with learning difficulties.

Band A rating by ADEK

Rated as a High-Performing school that exceeds the expectations of UAE

97%

Pass Rate

For external exams including IBDP, British, and American Program

Diversity & inclusion

Over 60 nationalities including students and staff

Outstanding Inclusion Program

Rated “increasingly individualized, particularly for students who have special educational needs” by ADEK

100%

University Placements

At internationally renowned institutions in the UK, USA, and other locations

Best Gifted & Talented (G&T) Program

Rated “Example of outstanding and best practices” by ADEK

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What makes AIS unique?

We are one of the few schools in Abu Dhabi with a legacy of over 30 years in the field of education. AIS recognizes that our students come from distinct backgrounds and have varied academic and career aspirations. Our curated educational offering helps students transition seamlessly to new curriculums and go on to study in different parts of the world.

AIS works closely with the families of our students to create a seamless ecosystem of lifelong learning. We are proud to say that this has proven successful, as every graduating class goes on to become pioneers in whichever field they choose

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The IB edge

Set your child on the path to the most recognized and respected qualification in the world.

Adapted curriculum

Find curated learning options that combine the best international standards in education.

Family & school

Join a robust ecosystem where education takes place at school and at home for lifelong learning.

A legacy of 30 years

Founded and led by one of the leading educators in the region, we have a long history of excellence.

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Why are we one of the best IB schools in Abu Dhabi?

IBDP, with a difference

We are amongst the best IB schools in Abu Dhabi with the most sought-after International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP), respected around the world for its excellence.

Our students can choose the IB Diploma Program in Grade 11 and 12. Our IBDP students study two modern languages, a humanities or social science subject, an experimental science, mathematics, and one of the creative arts. We offer flexible choices and a wide range of subjects, so that students enjoy a demanding but rewarding course of pre-university study.

In addition, we have handpicked the best of IB learnings and methods and enriched our American and British Programs with the same, so that all our students receive the best education possible.

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