Ash Mount School

Ash Mount School is located in Mudon, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits opposite the Mudon Community Centre and benefits from easy road access to Dubai's major highways. It is positioned to serve families in nearby communities and is described as being at the heart of the Mudon residential area, with relevance to areas such as Arabian Ranches, The Sustainable City, and Dubai Sports City.

The school uses a three-tier structure: Primary for ages 3–11 (Pre-KG to Grade 5), Middle for ages 11–16 (Grade 6 to 10), and Senior for ages 16–18 (Grade 11 to 12). These pathways align with the international framework and English National Curriculum elements, adapted to UAE requirements.

Ash Mount School is an international day school being established in Mudon, Dubai. It is being developed as part of the Interstar Advisory Services network and is positioned to operate with an international curriculum framework aligned to the UAE Ministry of Education. The school is not described as a boarding institution.

Public data on pupil nationalities and the local-to-international ratio is not provided. The school describes an international focus with EAL support and pathways for diverse learners, which suggests a mixed international intake.

Ash Mount offers inclusive learning with targeted provisions. The Inclusion & Support program outlines personalised academic support, English as an Additional Language (EAL) pathways, and wellbeing guidance, with collaboration with families through IEPs and regular updates.

The school is based in the United Arab Emirates and follows an international pathway that combines elements of the English National Curriculum with UAE MOE expectations. There is no separate country‑level school affiliation beyond UAE regulatory alignment.

Religious affiliation is not stated in publicly available materials.

The school day for Primary runs from 7:40 a.m. with early finish times (1:10 p.m. for Pre-KG/KG1 and 2:40 p.m. for older Primary students). Middle sessions run from 7:40 a.m. to 2:40 p.m., with a Friday dismissal around 11:40 a.m. This structure mirrors the staged progression from Primary to Middle and Senior levels.

Ash Mount offers a school bus service. Routes and service areas are to be defined based on community needs, with details to be communicated as planning progresses.

Ash Mount School Dubai delivers an international curriculum framework aligned with the English National Curriculum and UAE MOE requirements; for the 2026-27 academic year it operates Pre-KG to Grade 8, with a plan to grow to Grade 12. In Early Years and Primary (ages 3–11, Pre-KG to Grade 5), Maths and English literacy follow the English National Curriculum, while Arabic, Islamic Education, UAE Social Studies, and Moral Education follow KHDA guidelines. English is the main language of instruction; Arabic is compulsory for all students, with additional languages such as French or Spanish introduced to give students a broader international perspective. Middle Years (Grades 6–10) cover eight broad subject areas—languages, sciences, humanities, mathematics, arts, design, and physical education—supported by English National Curriculum standards. Assessments include GL Progress Tests and CAT4, with Grade 9 featuring externally moderated assessments across core subjects; Senior Years use extended research and portfolio-style work as part of progression, and the site does not list GCSE/A-level or IB qualifications. Senior Years (Grades 11–12) offer pathways across languages, sciences, humanities, arts, and mathematics, including independent research projects and electives, plus leadership opportunities and career-focused pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and globally benchmarked assessments.

Ash Mount School embeds social and emotional learning (SEL) through a five-domain wellbeing framework: Emotional Resilience, Physical Health, Social Connection, Academic Balance, and Personal Growth. These domains are integrated across the curriculum, pastoral care, the House system, service projects, and community partnerships. Wellbeing is treated as a commitment that underpins day-to-day practice, not a stand-alone programme. The school emphasises collaboration with families and proactive identification of concerns to support every learner. Staff have safeguarding training and a Designated Safeguarding Lead supports the wellbeing and safety of students.

Ash Mount School describes an inclusive-first approach with Personalised Academic Support, Pathways for Every Learner (including English as an Additional Language support and extended opportunities for gifted and talented students), and Wellbeing and Growth with collaborative communication through IEPs. An inclusive model uses targeted support and regular family involvement to help students academically, socially, and emotionally. The school states EAL and GT pathways, and asserts that pupils are known, noticed, and nurtured. It does not publish a list of specific SEN categories or describe itself as a specialist SEN institution. However, the inclusion framework emphasizes collaboration with families through IEPs and regular updates.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is included under Pathways for Every Learner within Inclusion & Support. The school provides tailored EAL pathways alongside other personalised routes, including gifted and talented opportunities. Progress is communicated through regular updates and collaborative Individual Education Plans (IEPs) with families. EAL support is presented as part of the inclusive framework to enable access to the full curriculum. From Early Years to senior levels, EAL is available as part of inclusive practice.

Wellbeing is central to Ash Mount's ethos and is described as a commitment rather than a programme. The wellbeing framework comprises five interconnected domains: Emotional Resilience, Physical Health, Social Connection, Academic Balance, and Personal Growth, embedded across the curriculum and school life. The model is integrated across curriculum, pastoral care, the House system, service projects, and community partnerships. There is a strong emphasis on student voice, balance, and personal growth, with resilience and healthy relationships as core aims. A wellbeing hub provides quiet support, and families participate through progress updates and reflections to support mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding is the highest priority at Ash Mount School. Safeguarding practices are aligned with KHDA guidelines, UAE Federal Law No. 3 of 2016, and the Dubai Child Protection Law. All staff undergo robust background checks and safe recruitment procedures. A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and a team of trained safeguarding officers operate across all phases, with regular safeguarding training to ensure swift and sensitive responses. The school describes safeguarding as a culture rooted in trust, vigilance, and compassion and works closely with families and regulatory authorities to address concerns promptly.

1. Application: To apply for a place at Ash Mount School, complete the online application form and submit the following documents: valid Emirates ID or passport copies for both student and parents, and the most recent nursery/school report. Check the age placement guide to apply for the correct grade. Once the application is received, the admissions team will contact you. 2. Assessment: Assessment occurs after application and varies by year group. Pre-KG involves a play-based observational assessment; KG1 includes a play-based observational assessment plus social and behavioural skills observations and the GL WellComm language assessment. KG2 adds a simple writing activity. Grades 1–5 use CAT4, an enquiry activity, a group discussion, and a short written task; Grades 6–10 use CAT4, a short written task, and a discussion with a member of Secondary SLT; Grades 11–12 use CAT4, a written assignment, and a subject pathway interview. 3. Offer: Successful applicants will receive an official offer letter via email from our admissions team. The offer is the formal communication of admission. Families should await further instructions from the admissions team about the next steps. 4. Securing your child's place: After the offer letter is received you have 5 working days to secure your child's place. You must provide a signed offer letter, additional documentation, and pay the registration fee of 10% of the total annual tuition; this fee is deducted from the term fees. This deadline ensures the placement is held. 5. Orientation: Families will be invited for a school orientation. Families will be required to sign the Home-School agreement. The orientation is part of the admissions process.