American School of Creative Science - Nad Al Sheba

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 33,250 - 67,450

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 728

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, UAE Curriculum

Typical class size 18

Nad Al Sheba 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

ascs.sch.ae

The Essentials

Location

The American School of Creative Science, Nad Al Sheba is located in Nad Al Sheba 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in the Nad Al Sheba community and is accessible from Dubai's road network; public transport options and school-led transport services are available. BEAM's ASCS NAS shares the Nad Al Sheba campus footprint with related BEAM schools, forming part of a broader local education community.

Stages

Pre-primary through Grade 12 (early years to the end of secondary). KHDA lists Pre-primary to Grade 12 for ASCS Nad Al Sheba, indicating a full K–12 program at this campus.

Type

Private day school. The campus operates as a private educational facility serving multiple grade bands; there is no hosting of boarding facilities noted.

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school represents over 55 nationalities among its student body, with around 1,400+ active students noted on the campus overview. The most represented nationality is not publicly specified, and the local-to-international ratio is not disclosed in public materials.

Additional learning support

Inclusion and English Language Learner (ELL) support are provided. The Inclusion Department follows the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework, offering accommodations and an adapted learning provision, with a dedicated team to support patients and staff in delivering accessible instruction. The school is a member of the WIDA International School Consortium for language support where applicable.

Country affiliation

ASCS Nad Al Sheba follows the US Common Core State Standards for English and Math and Next Generation Science Standards for Science (American curriculum), while delivering UAE MOE Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, and Moral Education. This establishes an American curriculum framework within the UAE context.

Religious affiliation

Islamic ethos is integrated into the program, including a Qur'an memorization component and UAE MOE Arabic/Islamic Education. The Qur'an Memorization Program is highlighted as a distinctive feature.

School day structure

School days run Monday–Thursday with start times around 7:15 a.m. and finish at 2:30 p.m. For Pre-KG, hours are 7:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Fridays have shorter hours (about 11:10 a.m. for general attendance). After-school activities may occur after the formal day.

Bus service

ASCS Nad Al Sheba offers school bus transport in line with Dubai RTA regulations. The transport service operates with routes arranged through the school, with published examples of start/end times and routes typical for the Nad Al Sheba area. Fees and specific routes are coordinated with the school's transport team.

Fees

Application and registration fees
- Application fee: AED 525 (non-refundable; not deductible from tuition).
- Registration deposit: AED 2,000 payable immediately after enrolment; this deposit is adjusted against the first term tuition fee and is non-refundable if the child does not join.
- Re-registration fee: AED 1,000 (collected after the end of spring break; non-refundable and deductible from the first term tuition).

Tuition fees by year group – annual and per-term (payment plan 40% / 30% / 30%)
The school's published annual tuition for Academic Year 2025–26 and the corresponding term instalments (Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30%, Term 3 = 30%) are shown below. All amounts are in AED.
- Pre‑KG (Pre-primary): Annual AED 35,822. Term 1: AED 14,328.80; Term 2: AED 10,746.60; Term 3: AED 10,746.60.
- KG1: Annual AED 35,822. Term 1: AED 14,328.80; Term 2: AED 10,746.60; Term 3: AED 10,746.60.
- KG2: Annual AED 35,822. Term 1: AED 14,328.80; Term 2: AED 10,746.60; Term 3: AED 10,746.60.
- Grade 1: Annual AED 42,475. Term 1: AED 16,990.00; Term 2: AED 12,742.50; Term 3: AED 12,742.50.
- Grade 2: Annual AED 42,475. Term 1: AED 16,990.00; Term 2: AED 12,742.50; Term 3: AED 12,742.50.
- Grade 3: Annual AED 42,475. Term 1: AED 16,990.00; Term 2: AED 12,742.50; Term 3: AED 12,742.50.
- Grade 4: Annual AED 49,640. Term 1: AED 19,856.00; Term 2: AED 14,892.00; Term 3: AED 14,892.00.
- Grade 5: Annual AED 49,640. Term 1: AED 19,856.00; Term 2: AED 14,892.00; Term 3: AED 14,892.00.
- Grade 6: Annual AED 59,875. Term 1: AED 23,950.00; Term 2: AED 17,962.50; Term 3: AED 17,962.50.
- Grade 7: Annual AED 59,875. Term 1: AED 23,950.00; Term 2: AED 17,962.50; Term 3: AED 17,962.50.
- Grade 8: Annual AED 59,875. Term 1: AED 23,950.00; Term 2: AED 17,962.50; Term 3: AED 17,962.50.
- Grade 9: Annual AED 59,875. Term 1: AED 23,950.00; Term 2: AED 17,962.50; Term 3: AED 17,962.50.
- Grade 10: Annual AED 66,528. Term 1: AED 26,611.20; Term 2: AED 19,958.40; Term 3: AED 19,958.40.
- Grade 11: Annual AED 66,528. Term 1: AED 26,611.20; Term 2: AED 19,958.40; Term 3: AED 19,958.40.
- Grade 12: Annual AED 72,669. Term 1: AED 29,067.60; Term 2: AED 21,800.70; Term 3: AED 21,800.70.

Other fees and charges (per grade where specified)
- Books & Resources fee (per annum) varies by grade: Pre‑KG / KG1 / KG2 AED 2,300; Grade 1–3 AED 2,600–2,900; Grade 4–5 AED 2,900; Grade 6–9 AED 3,400–4,000; Grade 10–12 AED 4,000. Exact grade-by-grade amounts are published in the school's fees schedule.
- Medical fee (per annum): AED 787.50 for all grades listed.
- Assessment / Exam fee where applicable: many elementary and higher grades show AED 500; confirm per grade from the published schedule.
- Canteen deposit (refillable according to usage): amounts vary by grade (typical examples: AED 500 for early years; up to AED 1,500 for Grades 10–12). The canteen deposit is adjusted according to actual usage and must be replenished as needed.
- Transport fees (per annum) by area and service type (examples):
- Nad Al Sheba 2: One-way AED 5,200; Two-way AED 6,500.
- Various local routes: One-way AED 5,800–6,500; Two-way AED 7,200–8,300 depending on area.
- Wider areas: One-way AED 6,200; Two-way AED 7,700 (varies by area).
Transport charges depend on the pickup area selected. Transport, books, medical, exam fees and canteen deposit are payable separately as part of the first instalment before Term 1 (1 September).
- Uniforms are not included in the tuition figures and are purchased separately through the school's uniform arrangements.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on a three-instalment schedule for new admissions in Academic Year 2025–26: 1 September (40% of annual tuition), 1 December (30%), and 1 March (30%). Transport, books, medical, exam fees and canteen deposit should be paid as part of the first instalment before 1 September. A registration deposit (AED 2,000) is taken at enrolment and adjusted against the first instalment.

Discounts and concessions
- Sibling discount: 1st child 5%; 2nd child 5%; 3rd child and above 10% (applied as published).
- Quran memorization discounts (applied on net fees): 20–29 Juz' = 15%; full memorization = 25% (terms and conditions apply).
- Additional institutional / corporate discounts (examples): ESAAD employees 20% on gross fees; certain corporate/DEWA employees 10% (on net fees); Police and Armed Forces 10% on net fees.

Refund information and non‑refundable items
- Application fee (AED 525) is non-refundable and not deductible from tuition. Registration deposit (AED 2,000) is adjusted against the first term tuition but is non-refundable if the child does not join. Re-registration fee (AED 1,000) is non-refundable but is deductible from the first-term tuition and collected after spring break. Canteen deposit is adjusted according to usage and may be refunded/adjusted in line with actual consumption and school policy. These refund/non‑refund rules apply as stated in the published fees schedule.

Fee payment options
- Online payment is available through the Parent Portal using selected banks' credit cards. The school offers bank instalment plans up to 12 months at 0% profit rate through selected banks; the bank may apply one-time minimal processing charges. Bank, card and instalment plan availability are subject to the bank's terms.

Notes
- Sibling and other discounts are applied according to the school's published policy and the applicable terms and conditions. Specific other ancillary charges (for example, optional activity fees, specialist exam fees, or external examination fees) may apply in addition to the amounts listed above and are shown in the school's full fees schedule.

Academics

Curriculum

The Nad Al Sheba campus delivers an American Curriculum aligned to US Common Core Standards for English Language Arts, Mathematics, History/Geography, and Next Generation Science Standards for Science, integrated with the UAE MOE Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, and Moral Education, and includes a Qur'an Enrichment Program. Early years (KG 1–2) emphasize learning readiness and positive self-concept with bilingual literacy, while Grades 1–5 build foundational skills in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, with daily Qur'an, Islamic Studies and Arabic, plus physical education, art, computing and a library program. Middle School focuses on developing critical thinking and independent study skills within a rigorous core-subject program, complemented by Personal Development lessons. High School offers a broad core program with electives such as visual and performing arts, programming, psychology and environmental science, and includes a 60-hour Internal Community Service requirement to support university readiness. Inclusion and support services include Dubai Inclusive Education Policy compliance, an Inclusion Department, English Language Learner support via WIDA, and Social Emotional Learning mapped to CASEL/ISTE standards, with counseling services. The school is NEASC-accredited and reinforces digital learning, with Grades 1–8 using school-issued iPads and high school students allowed to bring MacBooks, supplemented by e-portfolios to track progress.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ASCS Nad Al Sheba offers a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) course for students from Kindergarten to Grade 8, mapped to CASEL and ISTE Standards, with units that cover Respect, Caring, Inclusiveness, Integrity, and Courage; counseling services are provided through the Guidance Program with a Guidance Counselor and Social Workers to support academic, social, and personal development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

An Inclusion Department delivers an Inclusion Program available to students in all grades who require additional support, with an Effective Learning Provision (ELP) Team providing planned accommodations, modifications, and teacher training and guidance; English Language Learners (ELL) receive support within the mainstream using differentiated instruction and sheltered instruction, and learning support assistants provide targeted intervention; the school is not a specialist SEN institution but operates an inclusive education model.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English Language Learners (ELL) support is provided within the mainstream classroom as part of the school's inclusion approach, with differentiation and sheltered instruction, and learning support assistants offering targeted intervention as needed; the school is a member of the WIDA International School Consortium to support multilingual learners.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through the SEL program and the Counseling Services within the Guidance Framework; the Guidance Counselor and Social Workers assist with individual and group counseling, and the Student Service Team—including on-site doctors and nurses, social workers, pastoral supervisors, and learning support staff—works to support students' wellbeing.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and Wellbeing are prioritized through a designated Safeguarding Lead and a suite of safeguarding policies (e.g., Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Counselling Policy) available to students, parents, and staff, with a team focus on keeping students safe and supported.

Admissions

1. Complete the application by submitting the ASCS Nad Al Sheba application form along with the required documents. Provide a copy of the child's passport, copies of the parents' Emirates IDs, and the most recent school report or a 'To Whom It May Concern' letter from the current school. 2. After submission, the child will be invited for an entrance exam and an interview. KG1 and KG2 are invited for an informal interview with a parent present, while students applying for Grade 1 and above will participate in a computerized examination and an interview. Cognitive Ability Testing (CAT4) is required due to high demand and will be conducted on a published date and location. 3. Admissions operate on a first-come, first-served basis based on seat availability and grade level. The admissions cycle for the 2026-2027 academic year opens in January 2026, and seats for returning students for the following academic year can be booked from January each year. 4. The school offers sibling discounts of up to 30% to eligible families.

FAQs

Where is ASCS Nad Al Sheba located?

The campus is in the Nad Al Sheba area of Dubai. The location data lists Nad Al Sheba 2, while the community section references Nad Al Sheba 3; both indicate a Nad Al Sheba campus in Dubai.

What age range does the school serve?

ASCS Nad Al Sheba serves children aged 4 to 14 years old, covering early years through middle school levels.

What curriculum does ASCS Nad Al Sheba follow and what is the school type?

ASCS Nad Al Sheba follows an American curriculum with California Common Core for ELA, Math, and Social Studies, and Next Generation Science Standards for Science. Arabic is taught under MOE guidelines; Qur'an and Islamic Studies are included, and the school is co-educational.

What is the application fee and how is tuition billed?

The application fee is AED 525 and is non-refundable. Tuition is billed in three terms each academic year, with a deposit and additional fees payable as part of the first installment.

What are the tuition fees by grade for AY 2026/27?

Pre-KG to KG2: AED 35,822 annually; Grades 1–3: AED 42,475; Grades 4–5: AED 49,640; Grades 6–9: AED 59,875; Grade 10: AED 66,528; Grade 11: AED 66,528; Grade 12: AED 72,669.

Are there waitlists or scholarships at ASCS Nad Al Sheba?

Waitlist and scholarship details aren't listed in the information provided. There are several discounts available, including sibling discounts and memorization-based reductions, but no formal scholarships are noted.

What are the payment terms and other fees I should expect beyond tuition?

Tuition is payable in three installments. A non-refundable AED 2,000 registration deposit is charged and deducted from the first term, while a non-refundable AED 1,000 re-registration fee is deducted from the first term. Books, resources, medical, assessment, and a canteen deposit are paid with the first installment, along with transport fees where applicable.

What curriculum and standards are used, and is there university preparation?

The school uses the US California Common Core Curriculum for ELA, Math, and Social Studies, with NGSS for Science. AP courses are available in High School, and SAT/IELTS preparation is provided through study halls to support university applications.

Do you offer AP courses and college readiness support?

Yes. AP courses are available in High School, and there are study halls that prepare students for SAT and IELTS as part of college readiness support.

How is English Language Learner (ELL) and inclusion support provided academically?

ELL support is provided under the WIDA framework to help access the core curriculum, and the school follows Dubai Inclusive Education provisions. Gifted and Talented provisions are available to identify and develop advanced abilities.

What facilities support learners, such as labs and libraries?

The campus includes well-resourced libraries, ICT rooms, two general science labs plus dedicated Biology, Chemistry, and Physics labs, and classrooms with outdoor access to an engineered garden and interactive technology.

Are there specialized spaces and counseling available on campus?

Yes. The campus provides dedicated spaces for pull-out interventions, ELL support, and 1:1 or small-group counseling, to support diverse learners.

What sports and other extracurricular facilities does the campus offer?

There are indoor and outdoor playgrounds, a large heated swimming pool, and a Multi-Purpose Hall for sports and events. The campus also hosts a range of clubs and after-school activities.

What clubs and activities can students join beyond the classroom?

Weekly intra-day clubs include Drama, Eco, Cooking, Quran Club, Lego, Calligraphy, Mindfulness & Wellbeing, French, Chess, Science Experiment, Technology, iMovie, and Multi-Media. External ECAs offer Sports like Basketball, Football, Karate, Gymnastics, and students can participate in field trips and cultural events.

Are there leadership opportunities or competitions for students?

Yes. Leadership programs include Student Council, Red Crescent Ambassadors, and the Kindness Squad. Students also participate in competitions such as NSTI, Poetic Heart, and World Scholars Cup.

What wellbeing, safeguarding, and student support services exist?

ASCS Nad Al Sheba emphasizes holistic wellbeing with a Student Service Team, pastoral staff, and counselors. A positive behavior system runs alongside the moral education curriculum to promote resilience, and safeguarding is led by a designated Safeguarding Lead with clear policies.

How are SEN and EAL needs addressed at the school?

Inclusion is central to practice. The school identifies gifted and talented students and provides development opportunities, with interventions and guidance aligned to inclusion policies and frameworks.

What is the school uniform, and are there any dress-related rules for PE?

All students wear the ASCS uniform. Boys wear navy pants and shirt with a dark-navy jacket; on PE days they wear PE pants and a PE shirt with a school abaya over the uniform. Girls wear a navy blue Sheila with a dark-navy jacket; on PE days they wear PE pants and a PE shirt, with black shoes and white socks and no visible jewelry except ear studs.

What are the typical school day hours and Friday schedule?

Pre-KG 1 sessions run from 07:15 to 12:30. KG2 to Grade 12 run 07:15 to 14:30. On Fridays, KG1 to Grade 12 have a shorter day from 07:15 to 11:10.

What is the canteen and food like at the school?

The canteen offers a wide variety of nutritious foods and beverages and is designed to promote healthy eating for students.

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