A rigorous American curriculum, world-class faculty, and exceptional results — from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
From the joy of Kindergarten to university-preparatory High School, every stage of learning is thoughtfully designed to develop the whole child.
Play-based learning in a warm, nurturing environment where young learners build foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills.
Core subject mastery meets creative, interdisciplinary exploration. Small classes ensure every student is truly known and supported.
Academic challenge with exceptional pastoral support. Project-based learning and leadership opportunities help students discover their strengths.
College-preparatory excellence with AP courses, university counseling from Grade 9, and a 100% university acceptance record.
10+ AP courses across sciences, humanities, and technology — giving students the opportunity to earn university credit and stand out in admissions worldwide.
NAIS is committed to inclusive education. Our dedicated Inclusion Program ensures students with diverse learning needs receive individualized support, IEPs, and a true sense of belonging.
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The same rigorous standard used by top schools across the United States — enhanced by our international community and Dubai's global perspective.
The American curriculum is recognized by universities in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe and the UAE — opening doors worldwide for every NAIS graduate.
From inquiry-based science in KG to AP Physics and Calculus in Grade 12, students build genuine analytical skills through hands-on, project-based learning.
Academic excellence balanced with character education, arts, athletics, and social-emotional learning — nurturing confident, compassionate global citizens.
With a maximum of 22 students per class, every teacher genuinely knows each learner — enabling personalized support, challenge, and authentic relationships.
Over 10 College Board AP courses allow High School students to earn university credit before graduation — reducing tuition costs and accelerating degree completion.
Internationally benchmarked assessments (MAP, SAT, AP, IELTS) provide clear, transparent data — so families always know exactly where their child stands.
Clear, consistent grading aligned to US standards — so families always understand how their child is performing and progressing.
The American GPA system (0.0 – 4.0 scale) is used for High School. AP courses carry weighted GPA (up to 5.0), rewarding academic challenge.
Assessment Breakdown
NAIS graduates are accepted to leading universities across North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia — with dedicated university counseling starting in Grade 9.
| Feature | American Curriculum | British Curriculum | IB Programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global University Recognition | Excellent — 50+ countries | Good — UK & Commonwealth | Excellent |
| University Credit (Pre-graduation) | Yes — via AP courses | No direct equivalent | Limited — via HL exams |
| Subject Flexibility | High — wide elective choice | Medium | Medium — fixed structure |
| Student Wellbeing Focus | Whole-child emphasis | Good | Very strong |
| Arabic & Islamic Studies | Integrated (UAE requirement) | Integrated | School dependent |
Clear, independent evidence of academic progress at NAIS Dubai — measured through internationally recognised assessments.
MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) is an internationally recognised benchmark assessment used to track individual student growth each year.
Grade 9 students performed strongly in their first Algebra 1 MAP baseline — setting a clear benchmark for tracking future growth, aligned to California Standards.
Life Science MAP results show a healthy first-year baseline aligned with Grade 8/9 Biology standards — directly informing targeted teaching for 2026.
NAIS students demonstrate exceptional learning velocity — rated Outstanding in Mathematics and Very Good in Science across all phases.
Students performing at or above national norm. Every subject shows upward momentum across three consecutive academic years.
Science — At or Above National Norm
Mathematics — At or Above National Norm
High school students sit internationally recognised examinations that open doors to universities across the world.
College Board examinations. A score of 3+ earns university credit worldwide. NAIS offers 10+ AP courses across sciences, humanities & technology.
Consistent year-on-year improvement in both Reading/Writing and Math — with total scores rising 48 points in 2024–25 alone.
78% of NAIS students achieve IELTS Band 6.0+ — the entry standard for most universities worldwide. 42% reach Band 7.0+ for top-ranked institutions.
What This Means
Band 6.0+ meets English-language requirements at universities including UCL, Manchester, Toronto, and UAE institutions.
Every NAIS graduate who applied was accepted to a university of their choice. Our counseling program begins in Grade 9 and leaves nothing to chance.
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