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United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
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The Italian International School in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi supports social and emotional learning through safeguarding and welfare policies, a designated team for student safety, and a school counsellor who provides social, emotional, and wellbeing support; the campus is now Sama International School as of December 2025.
Public materials describe 360º Care and Support and an inclusive, student-centred community, but explicit SEN provisions or a specialist SEN department are not publicly disclosed.
The language of instruction is English and Arabic, Italian language is taught as part of the curriculum, and there is no publicly disclosed dedicated EAL program.
Mental wellbeing is supported through wellbeing provisions, including a designated school counsellor, Ms. Walaa Nasredin, and training for staff and students.
Safeguarding is central, with policies aligned to ADEK regulations, zero tolerance for bullying and cyberbullying, training for staff and students, and a designated team to monitor safety and welfare.
Located in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi, Sama International School – formerly Italian International School – serves students aged 3 to 17. The campus is the founding site of Sama International Schools, part of expansion preserving its Italian identity. The school delivers an American Curriculum aligned with California/Common Core within the IB framework, taught in English and reinforced by a multilingual approach including Arabic and Italian. The Italian language department offers two pathways: Language A for mother-tongue Italian speakers and Language B for Italian learners; Language A enables Italian graduation through the IB Diploma Programme at higher or standard level. The IB continuum covers PYP and MYP, with the Career-related Programme as a candidate arriving 2026–2027, with final authorization planned for May 2026. Facilities include 100% smart classrooms and 21st-century learning spaces, plus culinary programs and sport academies. Extras include over 20 ECAs, such as Chess, Coding, Swimming, and Arts initiatives.
