Quick summary of key school information
School details
Languages
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French, Spanish, German, Mandarin |
Academics
External examinations or assessments available |
MAP, SAT, TOEFL |
Student support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Inclusion team - Teachers provide differentiated learning opportunities for all students and provide materials appropriate to children’s interests and abilities. This ensures that all students have full access to the school curriculum and barriers to learning are removed. |
Learning support offered |
NAIS is committed to ensuring that all students have access to high quality teaching and learning support to ensure that their individual needs are met. NAIS has a whole school community approach led by an Inclusion Support Team which comprises the Principal, Vice Principal, Head of Inclusion, Inclusion Governor, Special Education Teacher, and a well-trained Learning Support Assistants. The Inclusion Team works alongside the wider community and external agencies. |
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment test or interview |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Students applying for KGI must interview with the Principal/Head of Section. Students applying for grades KG2 to 12 must take an assessment test in Math and English. |
School day
School bus service available |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Drama, Quran recitation, calligraphy, Model United Nations, aerobics, ballet, swimming etc. |
Facilities
Facilities at the school |
Auditorium, library, laboratories. |
Sports facilities at the school |
2 Astro Turf football fields, tennis court, basketball court, throw ball court, badminton court, gyms, table tennis rooms, outdoor play areas. |
About the school
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
North American International School provides a K-12 international, American school experience leading to a high school diploma for Emirati and expatriate students. |
Teaching approach of the school |
NAIS is a caring community where each individual is challenged to reach their pinnacle of success. The focus is on developing lifelong learners and future leaders.
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