Al Ain English Speaking School, Al Ain

AAESS uses a clear and straightforward grading system to assess our students' progress. This system helps teachers, students, and parents understand academic performance. Here's how it works:

Early Year Foundation  Stage Nursery to Reception): 

The focus is on observing and guiding development rather than formal grades. Children are assessed in areas like communication, physical development, and social skills.

Key Stage 1 (Year 1 to 2):

From Year 1 to Year 2, the school helps children grow their skills with different subjects. They teach in easy ways and conduct simple tests. Here are the subjects they teach:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• ICT
• History
• Geography
• Art
• Music
• Arabic
• Physical Education

Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6)

As students grow, they continue to be graded in core subjects. They also study Social Studies in English and Arabic. The subjects are more detailed, and the grading is stricter to prepare them for higher classes. Here are the subject list:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Arabic
• Islamic Studies
• English Social Studies
• Arabic Social Studies
• Physical Education
• Moral Education

Key Stage  3 (Years 7 to 9)

Students receive advanced knowledge with many categories that enhance their knowledge and skills. Here are the subject list:

• Mathematics
• English
• Science
•  French
• Arabic
• Spanish
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Art
• Geography
• History
• ICT
• Islamic Studies
• Music
• Physical Education
• Arabic Social Studies
• Moral Studies

Key Stage 4 (Years 10 to 11)

Grades are given for GCSE subjects, including:

• Mathematics 
• English Language
• Science
• English Literature

There are subjects that students have to choose from the list of the subjects. Here are the subjects that include:

• Arabic
• Business Studies
• English 
• ICT
• Art and Design
• Drama
• Literature
• Geography & History
• Islamic Studies
• Music
• Modern Foreign Language
• Physical Edition
• Biology
• Physics
• Chemistry

Sixth Form (Year 12 to 13)

Grading is based on examinations at the end of each course, reflecting their readiness for university. Students study for AS and A-Levels in subjects like:

• Chemistry
• Art & Design
• Business Studies
• Drama
• Economics
• English Language
• Geography & History
• Art
• Arabic  & Islamic Studies
• Mathematics
• Music 
• Modern Foreign Language
• Applied Information Communication Technology
• Physical Edition
• Physics
• Psychology
• Sociology

Applying to Al Ain English Speaking School is straightforward. Here’s a simple guide to help you through the process:

1. Visit the Website: Start by visiting the official school website. Click on the ‘Admissions’ button.
   
   
2. Start a New Application: Select ‘New Application’ to begin. You will see a pop-up with terms and conditions. Read and accept these to proceed.
   
   
3. Register Your Details: A registration form will appear. Fill in your family details accurately. This will help the school learn more about you.
   
   
4. Submit the Application: Once you complete all the details, submit the application form. You’ll need to upload some documents, like a copy of your child’s passport and a recent photo.
   
   
5. Wait for Confirmation: After submitting, the school will email to confirm they have received your application. They will also tell you the date for your child’s assessment.
   
   
6. Assessment Day: Take your child to the school on the given date for an assessment. This helps the school understand your child's learning needs.
   
   
7. Receive Outcome: After the assessment, the school will email you to let you know whether your child can join. If successful, you’ll get all the details about the next steps.
   
   
8. Final Steps: Follow any further instructions the school provides. This might include payment of fees or attending a welcome meeting.

Documents to Submit:

To apply for admission to Al Ain English Speaking School, you need to submit the following documents:

1. A copy of the child's passport.
2. One passport-size photo of the child.
3. The child's most recent school report (required for Year 11-13 applicants).
4. IGCSE/AS results, if applicable (required for Year 11-13 applicants).

Al Ain English Speaking School in Abu Dhabi offers classes from Nursery to Year 13. The school charges fees three times a year. Here are the details for each year group:

Students can access a large canteen at Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS). The canteen offers healthy and nutritious snacks, drinks, and lunches. The school encourages a healthy lifestyle and good eating habits. Items not allowed in the canteen include chocolates, biscuits, cakes, sweets, nuts, chewing gum, and fizzy drinks. This policy helps maintain a focus on healthy eating.

Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS) provides a dependable bus service that covers key routes throughout Al Ain. The transportation fees are split into three terms: AED 1,610 for the first term and AED 1,208 for the second and third terms, for a total of AED 4,025.

Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS) offers a range of sports facilities to support students' physical education and activities. Here is a summary of what is available on campus:

• Indoor Swimming Pool
• Football Pitch
• Indoor Sports Hall
• Training Track
• Outdoor Play Area

Al Ain English Speaking School offers many activities outside of class. These activities help students grow and learn new skills. Here's what you need to know about the extra-curricular activities at AAESS:

• Sports
• Clubs
• The Duke of Edinburgh International Awards
• Arts and Crafts
• Jewellery Making
• Design Technology
• Fashion Club
• Sign Language

Field Trips at AAESS

Al Ain English Speaking School organises field trips throughout the school year. These trips are for all students. They can choose to join trips within the UAE or go abroad.

The trips help students learn outside of the classroom. They can see new places and try new things. This is good for their education and helps them understand the world better.

Parents will receive information about each trip, including where the trip is, what students will do, and how much it costs. The school ensures that all trips are safe and educational. Students must sign up in advance to join a trip. They can learn more about different cultures on these trips and make new friends.

Medical Care at AAESS

Al Ain English Speaking School takes good care of its students' health. There is a health centre at the school staffed by full-time nurses who are qualified to treat patients during school hours. The school gives out medical forms that families need to fill and return. If a child has special health needs, parents should tell the school. If there is an emergency, the nurses quickly inform the parents and take the child to the nearest hospital if needed. The Al Ain School Health Department is in charge of the school's yearly immunisation programme.

• Address: Etisalat Khalid Bin Sultan St - Al Muwaij'i - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
• Telephone:  +971-3-767-8636
• Email: school@aaess.sch.ae
• Admission Enquiries: admission@aaess.sch.ae
• School Website: https://aaess.org/