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United Arab Emirates, Umm Al Quwain
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English and Arabic are taught at SAIS UAQ. Arabic language instruction is organized through the Arabic Department and is part of the curriculum.
The Kindergarten is bilingual in English and Arabic. English Department and Arabic Department are offered as core academic departments. An Arabic Language Department exists at SAIS UAQ.
Sharjah American International School Umm Al Quwain provides an American curriculum aligned with California State Standards from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The campus features dedicated science laboratories, information technology labs, art rooms, an outdoor sports field, and an on-site medical clinic. Students are prepared for high school graduation with options to take standardized assessments including MAP (Measures of Academic Progress), SAT, and TOEFL. The school emphasizes English language instruction alongside the mandatory United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education curricula for Arabic Language, Islamic Studies, and Moral Education. A distinctive offering at this campus is its structured college guidance framework, which systematically assists high school students in selecting and applying to regional and international higher education institutions. The school provides daily bus transportation across Umm Al Quwain and neighboring emirates to accommodate commuting families. Additionally, the school hosts annual events such as International Day and Science Fairs to foster peer collaboration.
