United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Raffles World Academy is an independent, co-educational KG–G12 (pre-school – Year 13) IB World School. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) up to Grade 5 (Year 6), the IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) in Grades 6–10 (Years 7–11), and the IB Diploma Programme and IB courses in Grades 11–12 (Years 12–13). It uses a hybrid curriculum taking the best from the IB Examinations.
The school provides a range of co-curricular arts opportunities and supports creative development as part of its holistic education.
A Mother Tongue programme supports multiple languages, including Russian, French, Italian, Hindi and German.
The school offers around 50 co-curricular activities (CCAs), including academic CCAs, eco initiatives, and character-building activities such as MUN conferences and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.
Pastoral care is a core focus, with mentorship programs and counselling services that support students' academic, emotional, social, and personal growth.
Student leadership and professional skills development are emphasised within a holistic education framework.
The campus supports sports and wellness through facilities and activities in line with its holistic education approach.
Raffles World Academy is an IB World School in Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, offering the full IB continuum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. With over 1,900 students from more than 100 nationalities, it delivers PYP, MYP, DP and Career-Related Programmes with a 100% IB Diploma pass rate. Approximately 50 co-curricular activities are offered including Model UN and Duke of Edinburgh.