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School details
| Average number of students per class |
25 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
WYA has incorporated state-of-the-art 3D technology including 3D projectors, green screens, use of Mobile & Tablet devices and new software technology into the curriculum to help students better understand abstract ideas. Using the technology, they can visualise, inspect, and decipher study materials right in front of them, which is a far more effective way to retain knowledge than transcribing a lecture. |
| School start time |
7:30 |
| School finish time |
Primary: 14:20
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
WYA offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
WYA offers excellent facilities for a range of traditional US sports, including volleyball, basketball, softball and soccer. Both the large and small playing fields have artificial turf for use in all kinds of weather. The Elementary, Middle and High School sports areas include indoor and outdoor viewing galleries. There are two large swimming pools for girls and boys. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Yas American Academy is an American Curriculum school located on Yas Island, and its inaugural term was in August 2016. The school is a part of Aldar Academies, one of the UAE's largest providers of leading private education, with schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, rated outstanding by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Yas aspires to be a world-class school that challenges all of its students to achieve their highest potential and inspires them to be the critical thinkers, problem-solvers, artists, and innovators of the future who will make positive contributions to their communities, nations and the world. |
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