Ajyal International School

Ajyal International School MBZ is located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Zone 15, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, behind the Sheikha Fatima Mosque. The campus sits in a residential area with good access by local roads, and it is described as being about 10 minutes from Mazyad Mall.

The campus is divided into Early Years, Primary, and Secondary sections. The school offers education from FS1 to Year 13 on a single campus.

Ajyal MBZ follows the English National Curriculum (British curriculum). It runs mixed-gender classes through to Year 5, with gender-segregated classes from Year 6 onwards.

The school reports representation of over 40 nationalities among its pupils. The most common nationality is not published, and no public ratio of local to international students is provided.

Ajyal has an Inclusion policy addressing Special Educational Needs (SEN). It defines SEN, recognises gifted and talented pupils, and provides for an Individual Education Plan process with defined roles and responsibilities for school staff.

The school uses the English National Curriculum (UK-based) within the United Arab Emirates; there is no formal country affiliation beyond its curriculum.

There is no formal religious affiliation; Islamic Studies is taught as part of the UAE curriculum alongside other UAE-specific subjects.

School days typically run from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM from Monday to Thursday, with a shorter day on Fridays (around 12:00 PM). (Times may vary by term or grade.)

School transport is outsourced. Bus fees are charged for ten months in an academic year and must be paid in advance. Discontinuation of bus service is allowed at the end of the academic year, and refunds follow the school's transport policy (including a prior deadline for refunds). Bus fees are listed per grade and can be paid with term fees.

Ajyal International School MBZ follows a broad and balanced enriched British curriculum, integrating the English National Curriculum with UAE MOE subjects, from the Early Years through IGCSEs, BTECs, AS, and A Levels in KS4 and KS5. In the Early Years Foundation Stage, the curriculum is based on the British EYFS framework, covering seven areas of learning: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Communication and Language; Physical Development; Literacy; Mathematics; Understanding the World; and Expressive Arts and Design, with a mix of adult-led and child-initiated activities. In Primary (KS1–KS2), English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities are taught by UK-trained class teachers, while Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies in Arabic, Music, Art, Technology, and Physical Education are delivered by specialists. In Secondary (KS3–KS5), the timetable blends the English National Curriculum with UAE MOE requirements; KS4 offers IGCSEs and BTECs, and KS5 offers AS and A Levels. The upper years include a broad range of electives (History, Geography, Modern Foreign Languages, Engineering, Computing) and internship/work-placement opportunities as part of career orientation.

Maximum class size is 15 students across year groups.

ADEK inspections: 2024 Very Good; 2022 Good; 2020 Developed during distance learning. Ajyal MBZ is a member of the British Schools in the Middle East for 2024-25.

Not publicly detailed.

Gifted and Talented program and SEN support.

AJIS MBZ takes a whole-school approach to social and emotional learning, prioritising well-being alongside academics. The environment is described as caring, safe and kind, with an emphasis on kindness and celebrating individuality. A staff- and learner-wellbeing plan is developed with the school counselor to support emotional and physical health for students and staff. Personal guidance is provided through Heads of Year with a bespoke PSHCE/mindfulness curriculum, and the House system fosters leadership and community. The Wellbeing@Ajisprogramme is built on the Positive Education Framework to focus on strengths and balance, and the pastoral programme has been described as Outstanding by KHDA in the past.

AJIS MBZ provides an inclusion policy for Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The policy defines SEN as any disability, disorder, difficulty, impairment, exceptional need, or other additional needs that may affect learning and educational performance, and it also covers Gifted and Talented students. The policy states that some students may require additional educational support beyond the general curriculum and will have Individual Education Plans with differentiated instruction. Roles and responsibilities require monitoring of SEN services and ensuring compliance, including recruitment of trained staff and progress reporting to parents. The policy covers mild to moderate SEN and Gifted and Talented categories but does not describe a dedicated SEN unit or specialist SEN institution.

AJIS MBZ follows the English National Curriculum as part of its offering. The curriculum is described as integrated with UAE MOE subjects, indicating English-language instruction within a British/ENC framework. Public information about EAL-specific provision, staff, or programmes is not disclosed on the site. The school presents itself as a British/ENC-using institution with a focus on English language instruction. There is no separate EAL page or explicit EAL programme details published online.

Mental wellbeing is addressed through a whole-school approach with wellbeing as a core priority equal in importance to academic achievement. The school describes its environment as caring, safe and kind, with proactive work to prevent problems and build resilience. A School Counselor and wellbeing staff provide direct support, and a staff and learner wellbeing plan is developed to address emotional and physical health. Personal guidance is delivered through Heads of Year and a bespoke PSHCE/Mindfulness curriculum, complemented by a Wellbeing@Ajisprogramme based on the Positive Education Framework. The school's pastoral care has been recognised as Outstanding by KHDA in the past.

Safeguarding is stated to be of paramount importance throughout the school, with parents encouraged to speak to the pastoral team about any concerns. Pastoral care is embedded across year groups, with Year leads, Heads of Departments, a Pastoral Lead, and a School Counselor to identify wellbeing or mental health needs early. The approach emphasises building positive relationships with pupils, families and staff as part of safeguarding and protection. The school notes an Outstanding past KHDA description of its pastoral care and a Very Good rating from ADEK for protection, care, guidance and support of students, reflecting a strong safeguarding track record.

1. Location and curriculum. Ajyal International School – MBZ is located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Zone 15, behind the Sheikha Fatima Mosque, Abu Dhabi. The school follows the English National Curriculum, integrated with UAE MOE subjects, from Early Years through KS5, including IGCSEs, AS, and A Levels. Core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science are taught by UK-trained class teachers, while Arabic, Islamic Studies, Social Studies, and other UAE subjects are delivered by specialist teachers. Class sizes are capped at 15 students per class.

2. Admissions timeline. Admissions are open year‑round (excluding public holidays). For Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2), applicants complete a Stay, Play and interview lasting about 20 minutes. For Years 1–3, there are assessment sessions lasting around 30 minutes. For Years 4–13, a GL assessment test is conducted and lasts about 2 hours.

3. How to begin. To start, submit the Online Application Form; the Admissions team will guide next steps. Prospective families may also arrange a campus visit through the Book a Tour process or by contacting the school's admissions team.

4. Academic year dates and visits. The 2025–26 terms are: Term 1 from August 25, 2025 to December 5, 2025; Term 2 from January 5, 2026 to March 13, 2026; Term 3 from March 30, 2026 to July 3, 2026. Prospective families are encouraged to book a tour to explore the campus; the MBZ address is Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Zone 15, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The school provides a Registrar contact and reception‑friendly hours for visits and inquiries.