Primary School

Lower Primary: Grades 1, 2 & 3

Age: 6, 7 & 8 years old

Students are still discovering their skills and competencies, and at this stage they are introduced to subjects that will lay the foundation for learning as they go into higher year levels. Learning is still exciting, and the learning atmosphere is stimulating.

Core Subjects:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science

Other Subjects:

  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Humanities (History and Geography)
  • UAE Social Studies.
  • Arabic A (for Arabic speakers)
  • Arabic B (for non-Arabic speakers)
  • Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) or Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) (for non-Muslim students)
  • Music
  • Physical Education (PE)
  • Art

Higher Primary: Grades 4, 5 & 6

Age: 9 years old to 15 years old

Students start to rationalise and think independently. The curriculum sets challenging targets and its methodical implementation encourages each student to pursue individual targets and goals. Older students are ready for creative and accelerated learning; they become aware of the need to set daily goals and have long-term objectives.

 Core Subjects:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science

 Other Subjects

  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Humanities (History and Geography)
  • UAE Social Studies.
  • Arabic A (for Arabic speakers)
  • Arabic B (for non-Arabic speakers)
  • Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) or Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCEE) (for non-Muslim students)
  • Music
  • Physical Education (PE)
  • Art

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