Amity International School Abu Dhabi

The Amity International School Abu Dhabi campus is located in the Al Bahya area, Al Bahya E10, Exit 39, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The bay‑side site sits by the Arabian Gulf with views of water and mangroves, and is near Al Raha Beach. Yas Island is in proximity to the campus, with local access via major roads and surrounding communities.

Lower Primary (Nursery–Y2); Upper Primary (Y3–Y6); Secondary (Y7–Y11); Sixth Form (Y12–Y13); and the Amity Mini MBA offering a post‑16 pathway.

The school is co‑educational and serves both boys and girls. It operates as a premium British‑curriculum international school with a broad, multi‑level structure across the Foundation Stage to Sixth Form.

The student body is highly diverse, representing around 80 nationalities. Emirati participation is reported in the low‑to‑mid range (commonly cited around 20–30% of pupils, with exact figures varying by year); the remainder are international students from the UK, India, the USA and other countries.

The Inclusion/Individual Support provision offers tailored support for pupils with additional needs. The Inclusion Team works in groups or one‑to‑one, creates and reviews individual education plans, and collaborates with parents and external professionals; the school follows the UK Special Education Needs and Disability Code of Practice (2014).

British curriculum affiliation. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales and prepares students for GCSE/IGCSE and A Levels.

Religious affiliation is not stated; the school emphasises an inclusive, diverse environment.

The school day generally runs Sunday to Thursday with morning start times around 7:30 am and a formal end around 4:30 pm; Friday is a shorter day (closing earlier in the day). Admissions and on‑site hours reflect morning through late afternoon patterns typical of UAE private schools.

Bright Bus Transport (BBT) provides the school bus service with multiple routes across Abu Dhabi. BBT is ISO‑accredited; bus staff are trained in safety, and routes/availability can be checked with the supervisor. Registration is via the School Bus Registration Form, with contact details provided for route information and fees (Term 1: AED 2000; Term 2: AED 1500; Term 3: AED 1500; Whole Year: AED 5000).

Amity International School Abu Dhabi delivers a British-style curriculum aligned to UK frameworks across all year groups. Foundation Stage (Nursery to Reception) uses the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) with biweekly Arabic lessons and literacy support via the Oxford Reading Tree and Bug Club. Lower Primary (Nursery–Y2) comprises Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. Upper Primary (Y3–Y6) emphasizes project-based learning and 21st-century skills, with cross-curricular topics and an entrepreneurship programme plus value-based education. Secondary (Y7–Y11) follows Key Stages 3 and 4 and leads to IGCSE; Year 10–11 study English, Maths and Science as core with four optional subjects from a wide list (languages, humanities, computing, arts, business). Sixth Form (Y12–Y13) offers a wide range of A Level options with personalised pathways, plus Horizons and an Amity University MBA, and extensive co-curricular opportunities (250+ CCAs) and water activities.

Amity International School Abu Dhabi uses a whole‑school approach to social and emotional learning (SEL) and wellbeing. The pastoral system is strong, with tutor groups, a House System, teachers and Circle Time supporting positive relationships and ongoing support. Personal Social Health Education, Personal Social and Emotional Development, Moral Education, and a Mindfulness curriculum are integrated to develop resilience and emotional skills. There is an emphasis on early identification of pupils with well‑being or mental health needs and on training staff to recognise factors linked to well‑being and mental health. The school is rated Outstanding in protection, care, guidance and support of students by ADEK.

The school appointed a Head of Inclusion to lead inclusive education and student wellbeing. Inclusion and wellbeing are central to the school's approach to meeting diverse learners' needs, supported by an ethos of diversity and belonging. The inclusion leadership reflects a commitment to inclusive practices across the pupil population. The school does not publicly disclose the specific kinds of SEN it can support or whether it is a specialist SEN institution. The Head of Inclusion role and ongoing inclusion initiatives indicate formal attention to SEN and inclusive education.

Amity Abu Dhabi provides strong English as an Additional Language (EAL) support delivered by a team of specialists who offer tailored programmes based on proficiency and age. In Early Years, the Foundation Stage uses Total Early Immersion in English to promote natural language acquisition. In Primary, the EAL team focuses on ensuring pupils learning English as an additional language can overcome barriers to learning, with provision delivered in class or via withdrawal for 1:1 or small‑group support. Lessons are tailored to individual or group needs to develop social and cognitive language, reading and writing in English. Visuals and dual‑language translations are used to acknowledge pupils' home languages as part of language development.

Mental wellbeing is addressed through a whole‑school approach to promoting positive mental health, including a dedicated Mindfulness curriculum and a Personal Social Health Education/Mental Health development program. The approach includes early identification of pupils with mental health needs and supports to develop resilience and wellbeing alongside academic achievement. Staff receive training to recognise factors linked to well‑being and mental health and to respond appropriately. The school highlights its protection and wellbeing outcomes with ADEK, noted as Outstanding in protection, care, guidance and support of students.

Safeguarding and the welfare of students are central to the school's framework, aligned with Abu Dhabi's policy environment where safeguarding priorities and processes are outlined for schools. ADEK publicly details safeguarding policy requirements for schools, including priorities and procedures to safeguard students. An external job posting for Amity notes the school follows the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection and is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. ADEK's Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies also frame safeguarding expectations within schools in Abu Dhabi. The school's ADEK rating of Outstanding in protection, care and guidance corroborates its safeguarding emphasis.

1. Step 1: Complete the online Application Form. The admissions process starts with submitting the online form to express interest and begin the intake. 2. Step 2: You will be contacted to schedule a playdate, assessment or to request a clarification if required. The admissions team coordinates the next steps based on the child's age and year group, arranging any necessary assessments or clarifications. 3. Step 3: The Admissions Department will write to you with the outcome of your application (usually within 48 hours). After the assessments and review, you will receive the decision by email, and any next steps will be communicated. These steps align with the school's Admissions Process and are supported by the Admissions Policy and related procedures.

The Amity Scholar Programme rewards excellence and provides a broad enrichment offer beyond the standard British National Curriculum. Scholars receive exclusive access to talks, workshops and trips, bespoke courses, mentoring, and support developing a portfolio of skills; their awards are formally recognised on the Scholar Honours Board and they have regular target-setting with the Head of Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to gifted and talented students across Academic, Sport, Performing Arts (Music, Drama, Dance), Fine Arts, and Emirati Leadership categories, on a meritocratic basis; music scholarships may be offered in Years 5–6. To apply, families submit one or more scholarship forms (Academic, Sport, Performing Art, Music, Fine Art, Emirati Leadership). The Scholarship Timeline lists a submission deadline of June 6, an interview around June 16, and an expected awarding date of June 30. For more information, contact the Director of Admissions via the scholarship email provided.

If the entry group is full, students are placed on a waiting list. The waiting list is managed strategically and fairly in accordance with the date of application and admission priorities. Admission priorities include: (1) students who have attended the previous academic year at Amity, (2) siblings currently at Amity, (3) children of staff, and (4) students living near the campus.