Sharjah American International School, Dubai

Sharjah American International School (SAIS) – Dubai Branch is a member school of the Sharjah American International School group of schools owned by Dr. Aysha Sayyar and Dr. Nawaf Fawaz. The SAIS family of schools includes branches in 4-Emirates: Sharjah, Dubai, Umm Al-Quwain, and Abu Dhabi.

Sharjah American International School provides an American-based curriculum within a framework of traditional Islamic values. It is SAIS’s overriding belief that students learn to their optimum in a caring, nurturing environment which recognizes the importance of the local culture and traditions. We believe a child’s education is served best when his/her individual needs are met within a challenging and comprehensive curriculum.

We also recognize that a modern school program must be grounded in sound and current education practice. To this end, we believe that staff development is an integral part of our school’s success. We believe that children learn differently and that instruction must be geared to the various learning styles and needs in each classroom wherever possible. Also, we recognize the profound role of parents in the learning process and seek ways to involve the parents in school life. Above all, we believe that school should be an interesting and enriching experience
for each child.

To provide a Western education within a context that respects local traditions, to encourage academic excellence, to implement an inclusive learning environment that includes students of all ability levels and provide for their needs and to build responsible personalities that embrace 21 century learning skills and show interest in the important issues of the global community

While the prevailing religion is Islam, we host believers of many world religions and respect their beliefs. Our students from kindergarten to grade 12 have a multitude of opportunities to develop both in and outside of the classroom because we believe that every child is important and has a unique personality and learning requirements. Our graduates typically go to the best universities in the UAE, Canada, the United States and Britain. We have a strong tradition of excellence in Mathematics, the Sciences and Information Technology and have produced Engineers, Architects and Doctors of the highest quality.

Athletically, our sports teams routinely take home much coveted cups and medals and are viewed as the teams to beat in most competitions. However, what we are most proud of is the excellent reputation our students have earned in the community by acting politely and responsibly as positive ambassadors for the school while staying close to home or traveling abroad.

Students at SAIS Dubai enjoy classes in The Arts – both performing and visual arts as well as opportunities to demonstrate and practice their skills in community events and competitions.

Visual Arts students exhibit their art work in an annual exhibition at the end of each academic year and enter their works into local and UAE competitions. Performing Arts students perform at school events and in the annual SAIS’s Got Talent Show.

SAISD is offering several clubs for all students. Clubs are mainly for Middle and High School Students. While activities are available for all students from KG1-12.

Middle and High School students are invited to register for clubs such if they have a special interest in a particular subject or area and want to learn more and contribute to the society while enjoying the friendship and company of others.

Generally clubs operate during break times to ensure that students don’t miss any of their lessons during scheduled periods. Usually students who participate in clubs and demonstrate a genuine commitment to the club goals and priorities will be awarded additional marks in the relevant subject. Students interested in clubs should speak with their coordinator.