United Arab Emirates, Sharjah
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Arabic Language and Islamic Education are delivered in line with UAE MOE requirements. English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Education, Computer Science and Social Studies follow the Colorado Academic Standards. The school provides an American curriculum and is an IB World School; the IB Diploma Programme is available for Grades 11-12, with the option of IB Course Certificates. AP courses are also offered for Grades 11-12. Course options include World Languages as part of the program.
The school expresses itself in more than one language. Arabic Language and Islamic Education follow UAE Ministry of Education standards, while English-language subjects align with Colorado Academic Standards. The curriculum supports multilingual communication across the learning programs.
Emirates National School Sharjah is a private day school with separate Boys' and Girls' campuses in Sharjah. It delivers education under both US and UAE frameworks, following Colorado Academic Standards alongside UAE National Curriculum Standards. The school offers the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and the American Common Core in English, Math and Science, with AP courses available for grades 11 and 12. Two Diploma pathways are available: the American Curriculum with General and Advanced Tracks, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) or IB Certificates. The DP begins in grade 11, with TOK, Extended Essay and CAS core components, and placement guided by readiness and university plans. Language readiness and MAP scores determine Higher or Standard Level course placement. Athletics include basketball, rugby, martial arts, volleyball, soccer, swimming and track and field, depending on campus facilities. Co-curriculars cover academic governance and competitions, arts, UAE culture clubs and service activities.