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Al Basma British School

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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Boarding, Uniform and Food

Daily life details and school culture

Uniform Requirement

Al Basma British School requires a daily uniform as defined in the School Uniform and Staff Dress Code. Uniform items include a polo shirt with the school logo; girls have options including a logo shirt with a skirt/culottes/pinafore or black trousers, and boys wear a logo polo with shorts or long pants, plus a fleece jacket. Year 7–13 wear lab coats for science, PE uses house-colour T-shirts, and swimming kit is specified; UAE nationals may wear blue, white, or black head coverings.

Food Options

ABBS runs a Healthy Eating and Food Safety Policy. The school provides healthy, nutrient-rich food options in the canteen, aligned with ADEK guidelines; it emphasises allergen management and sustainability. External food deliveries are not permitted during school hours.

House System

The uniform policy mentions PE T-shirts in house colours, indicating a house system. The published materials do not list house names or competitive structures.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Board of Governors. The 2023-2024 board includes KK Ashraf (Chair, Managing Director), Arif Ashraf (Chief Operating Officer), Sharon Davis (Principal), Vikki King (Exam Officer), Guy Schooley (Vice Principal Pastoral & Safeguarding Lead), and Amna Al Mansoori (Parent).

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 21,890 - 43,240
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1511
Bus Service No

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