ACADEMICS
3 consecutive ‘Outstanding’ ADEK ratings
Nursery to Year 7
Brand new state-of-the-art facilities
Located in Saadiyat Lagoons
KEY STAGE 3
(YEARS 7 – 9)
Students continue to build on a solid foundation in key subjects like English, mathematics and science while also introducing a wide variety of other disciplines to help students develop a range of skills. Key Stage 3 deepens their learning and introduces more specialized subject content, preparing them for the academic challenges of GCSEs in Key Stage 4.
- Focus shifts towards in-depth study, development of critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- More challenging content is introduced, with an emphasis on conceptual understanding and application of knowledge.
- The curriculum becomes more specialized, and students are expected to think analytically and independently, particularly in subjects like Mathematics, Science, and English.
- The curriculum is structured to be more subject-specific, with individual subject teachers (e.g., one teacher for Mathematics, another for English, etc.). Students are expected to develop independent learning skills and engage in more complex tasks, including research, project-based learning, and critical thinking exercises.
- There is more focus on extended writing, problem-solving tasks, and independent study.
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
The English National Curriculum
The English National Curriculum is among the most in-demand study options in the world, respected for its high academic standards and focus on developing confidence and individual thinking. The learning pathway is delivered through enquiry or ‘project-based learning’, a method of teaching which inspires a love of learning and deepens a student’s knowledge by challenging them to complete real-world tasks. In this way, the English National Curriculum is considered to be one of the most engaging of all.