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United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
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The school is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It has about 1,080 students from 50 nationalities. It operates as a private institution and provides the Nova Scotia curriculum to international students. It is described as Nova Scotia, Canada's longest running international program school. The school runs a cafeteria that follows SEHA and UAE Municipality standards and promotes a nut‑safe environment.
The athletic department focuses on health and well‑being and character development through sport. The program offers football, basketball, rugby, touch rugby, swimming, volleyball and badminton at competitive levels. AGS participates as a full member in ADISSA and Junior NBA (U‑14) each year. AGS ROYALS is the official name for the school's sports teams. The REAL program provides after‑school activities starting in September, offered in two terms, to extend learning beyond the classroom.
AGS follows the Nova Scotia curriculum in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Education. It is accredited by the Nova Scotia Department of Education and graduates receive the Nova Scotia High School Diploma. The program is taught in English, with French Language, Arabic Language and Islamic Studies offered (for Muslim students). French is a compulsory program from Grade 4 to Grade 9. Transcripts are produced by the Nova Scotia Department of Education.
REAL stands for Recreation, Enrichment And Learning and provides after‑school activities beyond the classroom. After‑school activities start in September and run in two terms throughout the year. The athletics program supports a range of sports, including football, basketball, rugby, touch rugby, swimming, volleyball and badminton, with AGS Royals as the official team name.
