Al Ain English Speaking School

MISSION:

To provide all-through 3-18 schooling of outstanding quality based upon traditions of the British curriculum, set within the unique and international context of the UAE.

This ambition will be realised through a child centred approach to teaching and learning, which inspires aspiration, encourages achievement and high standards in a friendly, stimulating and supportive school environment.

Sharing and celebration of world cultures and knowledge will underpin our school ethos and drive to high examination success and pathways to higher education.

To develop students who are confident and reflective learners with adaptable skills, who are able to work independently and collaboratively in a global context.



VISION: To promote excellence in all spheres of the school's work.



For our students we will:



Create new and high quality learning experiences

Challenge and support every student to excel

Expect the highest standards of behaviour

Celebrate the wide range of our students’ achievement

Improve significantly our accommodation and resources.



For our staff we will:



Develop further the skills of the whole workforce

Ensure that all roles contribute to raising standards

Provide excellent professional development opportunities

Improve further the leadership skills of our staff

Create a good and supportive working environment.



For our parents we will:



Enhance our feedback about student progress

Develop additional ways of involving parents with the school

Improve the quality of our home-school communication.



For our school in the wider community we will:



Promote the school’s achievements to all stakeholders

Engage in local, national and international initiatives

Develop further beneficial links with other institutions.

We are a coeducational independent all-through school, catering for all ages three to eighteen; Nursery, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form.

The School was founded in 1978, and has been expanded and enhanced considerably since then due to its popularity. A brand new sports hall and indoor swimming pools was opened in September 2010 as well as canteen and restaurant facilities.

A Programme of continual improvement is in place supported by our recent partnership with the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust.

Our curriculum, teaching and learning, qualifications are based upon the English educational model including Arabic Language, Arabic Social Studies and Islamic Studies (for Muslim Children).

The quality of teaching and learning is highly regarded. As an international school, our community is proudly represented by many nationalities from around the world. Visiting the school in real life will show our vibrant community at its best.

The pupils and teachers are the real asset of Al Ain English Speaking School and you will find the school to be a very welcoming and friendly place. Our ethos promotes growth, mutual respect and self-discipline, cooperation and independence and importantly, a joy for learning.



Adrian May

Principal