📌 Overview

The School curriculum is well-balanced. Students are taught to be proud of their identity. Apart from the Islamic Studies, Social Studies and Arabic subjects for local students all other subjects are taught in English. Arabic Language begins at the KG level and Islamic Studies begin in Year 1. The number of lessons per week varies slightly from KG classes to Secondary levels. Other modern languages, including French and advanced Arabic are offered as electives in the Secondary school, according to the Ministry of Education requirements. By attending the Australian School of Abu Dhabi, all students benefit in their academic and spiritual progress, and in the development of their self-esteem in a caring educational environment. The Australian School of Abu Dhabi, recognising that we are a multicultural nation, cherishes the multi-racial, multi-cultural and multi-faith nature and aspirations of our society and enjoins all its students to cultivate a universal outlook on life and to constantly seek to broaden their horizons in tolerance, compassion and co-operation with one another. We seek to prevent discrimination on the grounds of race and religion in the classroom, in the playground, in cultural activities and in school social life. To provide students with a moral education that will inculcate in them universal values while providing a quality secular education that will equip them for life in Abu Dhabi. The school aims at the development of the whole person, intellectually, spiritually, socially and physically and the development of individual talents and abilities. To provide a sound grounding in spiritual issues and develop an understanding of and a respect for other religions and different cultures. To develop in all students the acquisition of social skills that will enable them to function effectively and harmoniously in Abu Dhabi’s multi-cultural and multi-faith society. To encourage intellectual curiosity and help students reach their maximum potential. To develop a realisation that different cultures make up our society and to be tolerant of others, whilst encouraging the development of pride in being residents of the U.A.E and citizens from their country of origin. To have graduates who are well prepared and self-motivated to advance their country of origin and to participate effectively as world citizens with universal values. Having such a vision in mind, ASAD is offering a broader and a well-balanced curriculum with global perspectives to students in primary and secondary level. In a Muslim environment, Islamic Education and extra-curricular components complement the general education program and produce a comprehensive contemporary curriculum that satisfies students’ needs and realizes the vision. The Australian School of Abu Dhabi library is a place to explore questions, share ideas, and to research in a safe, creative environment. The School Library provides information and ideas that are fundamental to functioning successfully in today’s information and knowledge-based society. The library equips students with life-long learning skills and develops the imagination, enabling them to live as responsible citizens. The library offers learning services, books and IB resources that enable all members of the School community to become critical thinkers and effective users of information in all formats and media. The library is integral to the educational process. The following are essential to the development of literacy, information literacy, teaching, learning and culture and are core school library services: · Supporting and enhancing educational goals as outlined in the school’s mission and curriculum; · Developing and sustaining in children the habit and enjoyment of reading and learning, and the use of libraries throughout their lives; · Offering opportunities for experiences in creating and using information for knowledge, understanding, imagination and enjoyment; · Supporting all students in learning and practising skills for evaluating and using information, regardless of form, format or medium, including sensitivity to the modes of communication within the community; · Providing access to local, regional, national and global resources and opportunities that expose learners to diverse ideas, experiences and opinions; · Organizing activities that encourage cultural and social awareness and sensitivity. Swimming is a genuinely fun exercise which can actually cool the human body instead of heat it, and works almost every muscle of the body. At the Australian School of Abu Dhabi, we have an indoor, heated 27-metre swimming pool. The pool depth is 250 cm. To complement the main pool, a smaller training pool situated at one end has a depth of 65 cm for use with our youngest students or those students just learning to swim. At the Australian School of Abu Dhabi, we have an indoor heated 27-metre swimming pool. The pool depth is 250 cm. To complement the main pool, a smaller training pool situated at one end has a depth of 65 cm for use with our youngest students or those students just learning to swim. At the Australian School of Abu Dhabi we encourage all our students to have a healthy diet and to drink plenty of water. The School provides breakfast and lunch for students. This service is an optional alternative to bringing food from home. The student Meal Program is available to all students from Kg1 to Year 12, incurring an annual fee to be paid upon request. Once registered in the School Meal Program, the school cafeteria will prepare healthy nutritious food servings at morning break and lunch times daily. Meals can consist of a variety of foods including pasta, rice, meat dishes, chicken along with fresh fruit and vegetables. Students in Year 5 and below have their snacks and lunches sent to their classrooms, whilst from Year 6 upwards students eat in the school cafeteria. All children are supervised by class teachers. If you require any special dietary requirements due to food allergies, please let the School know and this will be passed on to the catering staff and the School Nurse. At the Australian School of Abu Dhabi, the soccer field is used for practice and competitions, physical education classes and after-school activities. Physical education programs can be life-changing for today’s young people and, in many cases, already are. Such programs offer students a well-rounded opportunity to develop their bodies and minds to gain skills that can help propel them to success in both the physical and academic aspects of education – and life. The Australian School of Abu Dhabi school offers enriching fitness programs from KG 1 till Year 12 in the comfort of the Indoor fully air-conditioned gym facility. Primary students are involved in a wide range of activities, games, dance, basic tumbling skills, movement, and physical activity. At senior levels, students, under supervision, use bench press machines and weights. The School provides all instructors, mats and equipment. Our Gym class gets students physically active and can keep them fit while they are in school-but it can also have longer-lasting effects. Gym class exposes students to healthy activities and sports that they may enjoy for the rest of their lives and provide an environment where students can develop a variety of skills. Gym class gives students an opportunity to develop leadership skills and can influence moral development. Because gym class requires students to work together, it can build social skills and teamwork abilities. The Australian School of Abu Dhabi has a Masjid (prayer room) on level 2, and students can participate in congregational prayer at lunch time. The Islamic Studies program is available for students in accordance to the UAE Ministry of Education specifications. This program is based on a comprehensive vision of Islam which is a way of life. It aims to enrich and elevate the student with some of the valued understandings, teaching and principles of the glorious Noble Quran and Hadith, as well as teach good moral conduct which is an essential component of Islamic values. It is based on a comprehensive vision of Islam which organizes whole human life. Aims include: · Developing self-confidence and self-worth in students through social skills training. · Fostering socially acceptable goals, values and attitudes in students. · Learning a variety of ways of dealing with conflict.... more