Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada)

  • Founded: 1994
  • Address: Al Zahiyah ,Tourist Club Area - Abu Dhabi, UAE (Map)
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AGS was founded by Mrs. Fatima Assad and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education on the 1st of October 1994. The school moved to its present location in January 2008. Currently, we have over 1000 students from 50 different nationalities enrolled at AGS and accredited by the Nova Scotia Department of Education, Nova Scotia, Canada as a private institution operating in the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada) fulfills its obligations to the Department of Education in Nova Scotia as well as the Ministry of Education within the UAE. Abu Dhabi Grammar School offers an enriching and challenging integrated program for approximately 1000 students from Pre-School to Grade 12. The KG to Grade 12 curriculum is taught entirely in English except for courses in French Language, Arabic Language and Islamic Studies for Muslim students.

Our Vision

  • We, at Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada), strongly believe that:
  • All students have a right to learn in a safe, peaceful and productive environment
  • All students’ needs abilities should be catered to, and
  • Teaching is inspirational and a message of honour.

Based on these beliefs, we have devoted ourselves to promote teaching and education; therefore, teaching has become our profession and industry.

Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada) follows the Nova Scotia curriculum in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Education. The program offered at Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada) is accreditated by the province of Nova Scotia in Canada. Students who meet the requirements of the Nova Scotia Department of Education graduate with the Nova Scotia High School Diploma.

The program is taught in English and students must meet the same graduation requirements as students in Nova Scotia public schools. Transcripts are produced by the Department of Education in Nova Scotia from marks securely stored on an online student information system.

The AGS Academic Program will lead to a Nova Scotia High School Diploma from the province of Nova Scotia. This Nova Scotia diploma will afford students the opportunity to enter post secondary studies at prestigious universities and colleges anywhere in the world.

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Community Reviews (5)

This school is very nice and the English here is perfect it gives u the perfect accent u need.
By Tala hashish (Jan, 2025) | Reply

The Canadian curriculum at this Abu Dhabi school has truly unlocked my child's potential, with passionate staff fostering an engaging learning environment that encourages remarkable growth!
By Landon Roberts (Jan, 2024) | Reply

Highly recommended
Well trained friendly staff
Excellent management
Excellent quality of education
By Fara Khan (Dec, 2023) | Reply

This school has a high level of parent involvement with the goal that no child gets left behind. The kids love their school in this community, which makes this a great place to learn .
By Simon Verano (Jul, 2022) | Reply

So awesome my son and daughter are in this School.
By Asia Waqar (Mar, 2016) | Reply