The grading system at Ajman American Private School is highlighted below:
Grade Level
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Grades Offered
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Phases
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Kindergarten
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KG 1 and KG 2
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Early Learning
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Elementary School
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Grade 1 to Grade 5
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Foundational Stage
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Middle School
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Grade 6 to Grade 8
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Intermediate Stage
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High School
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Grade 9 to Grade 12
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Advanced Stage
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Kindergarten (KG)
The KG programme focuses on developing independence, creativity, literacy, numeracy, and social skills. The curriculum reflects the California State Curriculum Frameworks, ensuring a strong foundation for early learning.
Subject
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Focus Areas
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Early Literacy
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Arabic and English language development
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Early Numeracy
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Basic math concepts and problem-solving
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Religious Awareness
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Holy Quran and Islamic studies
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Citizenship & Community Awareness
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Understanding roles and responsibilities
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Physical Skills & Well-being
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Basic motor skills and physical education
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Science & Technology Skills
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Exploration and discovery
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Social-Emotional Learning
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Developing interpersonal skills and self-esteem
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Elementary (Grades 1 to 5)
Elementary education promotes creativity, critical thinking, and communication. The curriculum includes core subjects and encourages active learning through a safe and innovative environment.
Core Subjects
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English
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Mathematics
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Science
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Social Studies
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Islamic Studies & Arabic
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Additional Subjects
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Art
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Quran
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French (World Language)
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Technology Integration
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Physical Education (PE)
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Middle School (Grades 6 to 8)
Middle school prepares students for high school with a robust and multidimensional programme. It emphasises academic rigour, social development, and cross-curricular learning.
Subject
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Curriculum Standards
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English
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Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
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Mathematics
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Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
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Science
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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
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Islamic Education & Arabic
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UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) Guidelines
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Social Studies & Moral Education
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UAE MoE Guidelines
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Art
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California State Academic Standards
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Physical Education (PE)
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California State Academic Standards
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Humanities
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California State Academic Standards
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STREAM Projects
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Interdisciplinary (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math)
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High School (Grades 9 to 12)
The high school curriculum prepares students for global university entrance. It includes core and elective subjects to help students explore their interests and potential career paths.
Grade
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Subjects
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Grade 9
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Integrated Physical Science, Design Technology
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Grade 10
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Pre-AP Chemistry, Business Introduction, Biology 1
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Grade 11
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AP Chemistry, Programming 1 (Data Science), Pre-Calculus
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Grade 12
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AP Statistics, AP Physics C (Mechanics), Economics
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Elective Subjects
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Arts
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Programming 2 (AI)
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AP Biology
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Business Studies
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