United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
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SIS‑Al Bateen was announced as SABIS Network's 16th UAE school in September 2024, signaling its inclusion in the SABIS network of Choueifat and SABIS International Schools. In its initial year of operation, the school was planned to open for Pre‑KG through Grade 8, with expansion to higher grades in subsequent years. A later director's message described the initial year as extending to Grade 10, with annual growth toward a full K‑12 offering. The 2025‑2026 academic calendar shows the first day of school in 2025, marking the school's operational start in Abu Dhabi's Al Bateen. SIS‑Al Bateen is part of the SABIS Network, a long‑standing international education network dating back to 1886.
SIS‑Al Bateen fosters a diverse, international school community within the SABIS network. In 2025, the school hosted the SABIS STEAM Competition, drawing 468 students and more than 1,200 parents in attendance. The 2025 SABIS Global Sports Tournament was co‑hosted by SIS‑Al Bateen and SABIS Yas Island, bringing together students, families, and staff from SABIS schools. The SABIS Student Life Organization supports a broad range of activities that include sports, music, and arts, with events that involve the wider community. A dedicated Parent Connection category in the school calendar signals ongoing parent‑facing events and communications.
A formal Parent Teacher Association is not described on SIS‑Al Bateen's public pages; parent involvement is organized through SABIS Network's parent‑facing channels, including the calendar's Parent Connection category. The school hosts events that actively engage families, such as the 2025 STEAM Competition, which drew more than 1,200 parents. The 2025 SABIS Global Sports Tournament was co‑hosted by SIS‑Al Bateen and SABIS Yas Island, providing opportunities for family attendance and support. The SABIS Student Life Organization supports a broad range of activities that invite community participation at school events. Parents can reach out via the school's contact channels for information about upcoming events.