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United Arab Emirates, Al Ain
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The campus includes a swimming pool, science laboratories, creative outdoor learning spaces, and specialist secondary facilities. A licensed school radio station is a distinctive feature. The Early Years has dedicated spaces for creative outdoor learning.
A swimming pool and sports grounds support the physical education programme. The school competes in athletics, football, tug of war, javelin, and high jump among other sports.
Science laboratories and specialist secondary facilities support the academic programme. A licensed school radio station provides a unique media resource.
Multiple clubs and activities are available. The Duke of Edinburgh Award programme is offered. The house system provides a framework for inter-house competitions. Sports include athletics, football, and other team and individual sports.
Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS) is one of the longest-established international schools in the UAE, founded in 1978. The co-educational school serves over 2,000 students from 60+ nationalities, following the British curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage through to A Levels. Principal Ian Temple was appointed in 2025. The school is part of the Cognita Schools network and has been rated Very Good by ADEK through the Irtiqa'a inspection framework. AAESS offers a house system, Duke of Edinburgh Award programme, and a range of sports and extracurricular activities. EAL and Learning Support services are available.
