American Private School of Kalba (ASK)

American Private School of Kalba (ASK) was established in August 2018, as a private American Curriculum School, where the curriculum is underpinned by the American Common Core Curriculum. Our school is accredited by the American International Accreditation Association (AiAA). The school is also overseen by Sharjah Private Education Authority(SPEA). As a school, we are very proud of what we do, and also proud of our students who are at the core of the work that we do.

ASK is a forward looking school, focused on ensuring a learning environment that has each student at its centre. UAE traditional values of self-discipline, respect, responsibility and sensitivity to the needs of others underpin our school ethos. Our students are encouraged to achieve to their fullest potential, with achievements outside the classroom valued as highly as those within the formal curriculum.

We would like to invite you to enroll your child with us and we will ensure that they are given every opportunity to gain both academic success and personal fulfillment and to hone their talents and social skills in a friendly, supportive environment.

ASK is situated in a secure environment in Kalba City in the Emirates of Sharjah. The school runs a three – term year; Autumn term from September to December; Winter Term – Jan to March and the Summer Term from April to June/July.

The school was established in 2018 with 75 students from grades 10-12. The present cohort of grades 7- 10 students are all new entrants to the school. Grades 11 and 12 are the only students who have been here since last year.

The school serves the Kalba and Fujairah communities also known as the eastern area of the United Arab Emirates. Our student population comprises mainly Emirati, Egyptian and Syrian and a few other students of other nationalities.

School graduates capable of lifelong learning who can apply the knowledge, skills and values required for an effective role in society.

Create an efficient world-class education system that engages and empowers every student to become a life-long learner who is a responsible, productive and engaged citizen within the global community. We provide high quality teaching and learning to enable our students to become confident and independent within a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

We have high expectations of all students with regards to behaviour, learning, achievement, attainment and personal development and well -being. We promote mutual respect throughout our school community by modelling and encouraging positive attitudes and behavior.