United Arab Emirates, Al Ain
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The school is in Asharij, near Tawam Hospital, on 41st Street in Al Ain, UAE.
Kindergarten (KG), Elementary (Grades 1-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12). Currently accepting up to Grade 9 and Grade 11.
A private co-educational day school following the American curriculum. Cognia accredited.
Intervention classes are provided for students who need subject-specific academic support. Students of Determination (SoD) programme is available. Social workers provide additional student support.
American curriculum aligned with California Common Core Standards and UAE Ministry of Education Standards.
Morning assembly at 7:40 AM. Classes begin at 8:00 AM. KG dismissal: 12:30 PM (Mon-Thu). Grades 1-9 dismissal: 2:20 PM (Mon-Thu). All students: 11:30 AM on Fridays.
Yes, the school provides transportation for students.
Al Ain American School is a Cognia-accredited co-educational private school following the American curriculum aligned with California Common Core Standards (KG to Grade 9) and UAE Ministry of Education Standards. Students exceeded expectations in TIMSS 2023 and demonstrated strong reading literacy in PIRLS 2021. The school is located near Tawam Hospital in Al Ain and offers extracurricular activities spanning academic enrichment (STEM, Robotics, Creative Writing), skill enhancement (Calligraphy, Visual Arts, Drama, Debate), and physical development (Ballet, Zumba, Gardening). Three parent-teacher conferences are held annually with written reports. A uniform is required and a Parent Council is active.