Nibras International School

Nibras International School is located in Dubai Investments Park 1 (DIP 1), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, beside the Green Community. The location is in a suburban, family-friendly area with easy access for families coming from nearby communities such as Jebel Ali Village, Al Furjan, Discovery Gardens, and Dubai South, with local amenities close by. The DIP area provides straightforward road links to central Dubai and surrounding neighbourhoods.

The school caters to children aged 4 to 18, from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The learning journey is organised into Kindergarten, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Nibras International School is a private day school. It serves a co-educational student body (both boys and girls) as a private international school in Dubai.

The student body represents around 100 nationalities, reflecting a highly international community. The largest nationality group is Arab. The school emphasises a global, multicultural environment with a substantial international presence.

The Inclusion Team provides support for SEN, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and Gifted & Talented students through classroom strategies, targeted small-group interventions, and individualized plans in line with KHDA guidance.

The school follows an American curriculum (AERO Common Core Plus) and is NEASC-accredited; it is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP).

The curriculum includes Arabic and Islamic heritage, with Islamic Studies classes for Muslim students, embedded in line with the UAE MOE curriculum; there is no formal religious affiliation stated for the school.

KG sessions run from 7:45am to 1:00pm. Grades 1–12 run from 7:45am to 2:45pm. On Fridays, hours end earlier for all grades, at 11:45am.

The school operates a bus service with a fleet of air-conditioned buses serving multiple districts across Dubai. Bus routes cover areas such as DIP 1 & 2, Green Community, IMPZ, and surrounding neighbourhoods, with options for one-way or round-trip travel and published annual fees (e.g., two-way routes priced at AED 6,600; one-way routes AED 4,950). Details and route specifics are available from the Transportation Team.

Nibras International School Dubai offers a rigorous American curriculum for Kindergarten through Grade 12, NEASC-accredited and aligned to the AERO Common Core Plus standards, with an Advanced Placement program in the high school years. Arabic language instruction starts in Kindergarten with UAE Social Studies integrated across the curriculum; Arabic A is compulsory for Arab natives through Grade 12, Arabic B is compulsory for non-natives through Grade 9 (optional thereafter), and Islamic Education is provided for Muslim students. English is the language of instruction and EAL support is available, with ongoing emphasis on multilingualism through continued Arabic and French study from Elementary through High School. Curriculum by stage includes Elementary with English, Arabic, French, Math & Science, and Arts; Middle School expands core subjects with inquiry-led learning; High School delivers core subjects plus electives and Advanced Placement courses. The program includes life competencies, inclusion and learning support for SEN, EAL, and Gifted & Talented learners, and a structured higher-education pathway with 1:1 mentoring, university fairs, and university partnerships.

Publicly available data on student-teacher ratio is not published; the school highlights individualized learning and targeted interventions through its Inclusion Team.

Not publicly disclosed; standard exam results are not published by the school, which emphasizes AP coursework and guided university admissions.

1:1 mentoring, university fairs, and partnerships with UAE and global universities support university admissions and career planning.

The Inclusion Team provides targeted support for SEN, EAL, and Gifted & Talented learners in line with KHDA guidance.

Nibras International School integrates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Wellbeing framework and TORCH values, emphasizing mental, emotional and physical health as a core part of learning. The Learning.First approach identifies Wellbeing as a Life Competency, focusing on interpersonal skills, collaboration and communication. A dedicated Student Support Team (SST) coordinates SEN, EAL and Gifted & Talented support using a graduated RTI model with universal classroom strategies, targeted small-group interventions, and individualized plans. The safeguarding and inclusion teams include a School Guidance Counselor for the Secondary school and Divisional Safeguard Leads for Elementary and Secondary to monitor student welfare and respond to concerns. Collaboration with families and KHDA guidance informs planning and review of support for students with diverse needs.

The school describes itself as fully inclusive, welcoming students of all abilities and backgrounds and providing support through the Inclusion Team for SEN, EAL and Gifted & Talented. Support is delivered via a graduated RTI model with universal classroom strategies, targeted small-group interventions, and individualized Education Plans (IEPs) where appropriate. Accommodations and modifications are arranged in partnership with families and teachers in line with KHDA guidance. The school does not publicly describe itself as a specialist SEN institution. The Inclusion Team addresses the needs of a range of learners through SEN, EAL and Gifted & Talented provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported by a comprehensive program delivered by a specialized EAL team with ongoing progress monitoring. The program provides tailored interventions addressing phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics, with progress tracked using the IPT English Proficiency Test. EAL support goes beyond academics, nurturing personal responsibility, self-discipline and independent learning, while fostering respectful conduct and social-emotional balance through collaboration among teachers, parents and peers. The school promotes multilingualism, enabling fluent English development while maintaining home languages, with Arabic from KG and French from Elementary School as additional languages. Arabic and French are offered as part of the school's language program.

Wellbeing is a defined Life Competency within the Learning.First framework, balancing mental, emotional and physical health. The school supports student wellbeing through an Inclusion Team and counselors, with mentors and a focus on positive emotional development. On-campus medical support includes a full-time nurse and a Dubai Health Authority-licensed paediatrician. KHDA guidance informs wellbeing strategies and family engagement to support students. A multilingual environment also contributes to social-emotional balance by supporting emotional and cultural needs.

Safeguarding is a core commitment, with staff trained to spot concerns early and act quickly, guided by safeguarding policies designed to protect children. The safeguarding team includes a School Guidance Counselor (Secondary), Divisional Safeguard Leads for Elementary and Secondary, and a Designated Safeguarding Lead. On-campus security measures include CCTV surveillance, controlled access points, visitor registrations and IDs. Medical support is available on-site via a full-time nurse and a DHA-licensed paediatrician. Regular lessons cover digital safety and online risk awareness within a secure digital environment.

1. Contact us. Connect with our Admissions Team or fill out the online inquiry form to express interest and receive answers to questions. The admissions team provides guidance tailored to families new to Dubai and supports a smooth start. The school teaches an American curriculum.

2. Schedule a school tour. Book a tour to explore the campus, meet staff, and see learning in action. Personal virtual calls are available to fit your schedule. A tour helps families understand the environment and opportunities at Nibras.

3. Application submission. The Admissions Team will request copies of Emirates ID/Residence Visa, passport, and current school year report to support your application. Additional documentation may be required depending on grade level, and the team will provide details in the intake. This submission supports the admission process and next steps.

4. Assessment and interview. Prospective students complete in-school or online assessments, guided by teachers, the SENCO, or the Senior Leadership Team when needed, with the aim to identify strengths and abilities. The process may include an interview as part of the assessment.

5. Offer and acceptance. Successful applicants receive an official offer and secure their place by confirming acceptance within 7 days and paying the AED 2300 registration fee. The registration fee is non-refundable and is credited toward the first tuition installment.

6. Welcome to Nibras International School. Before the first day of school, families receive essential information including uniforms, class timetables, and orientation.

ISP Scholarships at NIS offer up to 75% off tuition over two years and include three scholarship types: ISP Academic Excellence, ISP International Learner, and ISP Tomorrow's Leaders. Scholarships provide personalised mentorship, opportunities to participate in international ISP programmes, and access to a global community.

Your scholarship journey:
1) Eligibility. Discover the scholarship that matches your aspirations and qualifications. Criteria include strong academic achievement (GPA 3.5 or above with no grade lower than a B in Middle and High School), official on-site testing at NIS, and consistent demonstration of TORCH values.
2) Application. Complete the scholarship application form and share your story explaining why you deserve to be an ISP Scholar.
3) Assessment. Meet with our Senior Leadership Team for a personalised assessment.
4) Shortlist. If you advance, you will be invited for a final round with the Principal.
5) Offer. If successful, you become an ISP Scholar and join the program.

Mandatory requirements include strong academic achievement (GPA 3.5+ with no grade below B in Middle/High School), official on-site testing at NIS, exemplary TORCH behavior, a recommendation letter from a recent administrator, and consideration of family circumstances and number of siblings attending NIS.

Scholarship enquiry process and criteria are detailed on the ISP Scholarships page.