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United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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RIS follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales and offers GCSE/IGCSE options in Years 10–11. In Years 12–13, students may pursue the A-level pathway or a BTEC course. The Sixth Form also includes Duke of Edinburgh awards and opportunities for local and international work experience. English is the language of instruction, with language support; Arabic, French, Mandarin and Spanish are taught as MFL options from Year 3, alongside mother tongue programmes for native language speakers.
RIS provides a dedicated music suite, drama spaces and art rooms with supporting IT facilities. The co-curricular programme includes a wide range of artistic clubs and daily activities. Many RIS students represent the school in local, national and international competitions.
English is the language of instruction with a strong Arabic programme and MFL options in French, Mandarin and Spanish from Year 3. Mother tongue programmes are offered in Hindi, Russian, French and Spanish for native speakers. The school draws learners from many countries, totaling over 30 languages taught.
RIS provides a comprehensive co-curricular programme with sporting, academic and artistic clubs active on a daily basis. The school runs more than 40 sports teams, with facilities including a large sports hall, swimming pools and outdoor spaces.
Duke of Edinburgh awards are offered, with opportunities for local and international work experience to support broader personal development.
Duke of Edinburgh awards provide leadership development opportunities for students.
Wellbeing is central to RIS, with a wellbeing-focused environment and a pastoral care team supporting students socially, emotionally and academically. There is a fully equipped medical clinic on campus; staff and leadership prioritize student wellbeing and health.
Raffles International School is a British curriculum school in Umm Suqeim, Dubai, serving around 1,340 students from almost 100 nationalities. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.6:1, the school delivers IGCSEs, A-Levels and BTEC pathways from FS1 to Year 13. It achieves 42% of GCSE grades at A or above and 100% university acceptance for Year 13 students. The 315,000 sq ft campus overlooks the Burj Al Arab.
