American Academy for Girls

Children in Kindergarten (KG) perform better in science than English and mathematics. The large majority of KG students make better than expected progress in all these three subjects. The majority of elementary students achieve above curriculum standards in all subjects in middle and high school. The progress of students is variable, with the large majority of them making better than expected progress in mathematics, science Islamic Education and Arabic as an additional language in elementary and high school. A majority of students in middle school make better than expected progress across all subjects.

Across all grade levels, students have very positive attitudes towards each other and in their approach to learning activities. Students are well-behaved while learning in climates of mutual respect. Students understand that it’s important to keep healthy with a focus on emotional health. Students have a secure understanding and appreciation of Islamic values and UAE heritage and culture. They are enthusiastic participants in school and student directed programs to promote sustainability, recycling, and conservation.

Most teachers at the school exhibit solid subject knowledge and adept pedagogical skills, effectively promoting collaborative and independent learning among students. Across all educational phases and subjects, teachers are wellacquainted with their students' needs and strengths, maintaining high expectations, particularly at kindergarten and elementary levels. They encourage critical thinking, employing higher-order questioning techniques to facilitate meaningful learning. Formal, internal testing is closely aligned with the curriculum, enabling precise assessment of student learning.

Wellbeing is part of the climate and culture across the school. Leaders and teachers model good well-being practice, and a well-qualified, skilled and experienced well-being team supports students experiencing challenges. Surveys to collect data to measure the well-being climate across the school is in place but not yet fully developed. Students, as well as parents, feel they belong at the American Academy, and they look on the school as an extension of their own family where there are high levels of positivity.

An inclusion governor and the inclusion leads drive the promotion of inclusion across the school. Students are assessed on admission to KG which leads to accurate identification and appropriate intervention where required. Parents and students are involved in ILP reviews. School communications are regular and informative. The school adapts provision for students of determination, promoting engagement across subjects. Curriculum modifications develop independence and interventions, like pull-out sessions, foster confidence and resilience.

The principal and senior leadership team establish a unifying vision and promote UAE national priorities. They embrace Islamic values in all aspects of the school daily life. They exhibit strong curriculum knowledge and effective teaching and learning practices and work closely with the middle leaders to develop their capacity. The operations of the school runs very smoothly. School is well equipped with resources that are effectively used in all subjects. The excellent communication with parents support the school in its initiatives.