Al Najah Private School vs Creative British School

	A Al Najah Private School Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates	C Creative British School Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 15,100 - 33,420	Fees / year AED 10,090 - 25,970
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
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Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 2,176	Pupils 240
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
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Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Mussafah/Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It sits in a residential MBZ/Mussafah area near Al Safir Mall, with convenient road links to central Abu Dhabi. The district is home to several private international schools and a range of housing options that support commuting families.	Location Creative British School is located on 33rd Street ME-10 in Abu Dhabi, in the Shabiya-10 (Mussafah) area. The campus sits within Mussafah's commercial district, with road links to surrounding residential communities. It is accessible via Abu Dhabi's main road networks, making it convenient for families living in the western suburbs and nearby areas.
Stages	Stages The school provides education from early years through to pre-university levels (K-12). It serves students roughly from age 4 to 18 and offers UK National Curriculum pathways with IGCSE/AS/A-Level options, plus the IB Diploma Programme in the senior years.	Stages The school offers a British education from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to A-levels, covering early years, primary, and secondary phases. The curriculum combines Cambridge/UK frameworks with UAE MOE subjects such as Arabic, Islamic studies, and UAE social studies.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and operates as a day school; boarding is not listed for any year group.	School type The Creative British School is co-educational. It serves a diverse, international student body and operates as a mixed-gender institution.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The student body is multinational, with over 2,400 students. Nationalities represented include Egyptian (around 33%), Jordanian (around 21%), and Syrian, with Emirati students making up about 6%.	Pupil nationality mix More than 35 nationalities are represented at CBS Abu Dhabi. The largest represented group is Pakistani, with a mix of local Emirati and other international students in attendance. The exact local-to-international ratio is not published.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Public information does not specify dedicated SEN provisions. Facilities commonly listed include science labs, a library, a school clinic, and IT resources, but there is no explicit SEN program described publicly.	Additional learning support The school emphasises inclusivity and a diverse learning community. Specific SEN/ALN provisions are not publicly listed in the materials available.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Arab Emirates.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation; the school follows a British curriculum framework (Cambridge/UK alignment) with UAE MOE subject integration.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No formal religious affiliation is stated; the school operates as a multilingual UK/IB international program.	Religious affiliation The school does not have a formal religious affiliation. Islamic studies are included as part of the UAE MOE curriculum requirements.
School day structure	School day structure The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. Typical hours are around 08:00–14:40, with some sources indicating earlier starts and later finishes by year group; Friday and Saturday are generally non-operational or shorter days depending on the term.	School day structure The school day runs from 7:15 am to 2:40 pm Monday to Thursday, with Friday hours from 7:15 am to 11:40 am. Start and end times are consistent with standard UAE school timetables.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school transport service is offered within a radius of about 30 km from the campus. Buses are described as equipped with CCTV and monitored by the Department of Transport and Abu Dhabi Police; specific routes and providers are coordinated by the school.	Bus service details The school's transport is outsourced to Nexus Passenger Transport BY Bus LLC. Nexus provides home-to-school transport to eligible students and operates across available areas in Abu Dhabi. Fees are charged per term, with a detailed schedule published by the service provider.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration fee - A registration (enrollment) payment of AED 1,000 is required within two weeks of receiving the acceptance email. This AED 1,000 is applied against the tuition fees (refunded by being credited to tuition). Tuition fees by year group (term-by-term and annual totals) - KG1 — 1st payment without bus: AED 7,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 12,050; 2nd payment: AED 4,200; 3rd payment: AED 4,160; Total annual with bus: AED 20,410; Total annual without bus: AED 15,860. - KG2 — 1st payment without bus: AED 7,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 12,050; 2nd payment: AED 4,300; 3rd payment: AED 4,260; Total annual with bus: AED 20,610; Total annual without bus: AED 16,060. - Grade 1 — 1st payment without bus: AED 9,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 13,550; 2nd payment: AED 4,600; 3rd payment: AED 4,680; Total annual with bus: AED 22,830; Total annual without bus: AED 18,280. - Grade 2 — 1st payment without bus: AED 9,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 13,550; 2nd payment: AED 4,700; 3rd payment: AED 4,780; Total annual with bus: AED 23,030; Total annual without bus: AED 18,480. - Grade 3 — 1st payment without bus: AED 10,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 14,550; 2nd payment: AED 5,100; 3rd payment: AED 5,160; Total annual with bus: AED 24,810; Total annual without bus: AED 20,260. - Grade 4 — 1st payment without bus: AED 10,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 15,050; 2nd payment: AED 5,300; 3rd payment: AED 5,350; Total annual with bus: AED 25,700; Total annual without bus: AED 21,150. - Grade 5 — 1st payment without bus: AED 10,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 15,050; 2nd payment: AED 5,700; 3rd payment: AED 5,720; Total annual with bus: AED 26,470; Total annual without bus: AED 21,920. - Grade 6 — 1st payment without bus: AED 11,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 15,550; 2nd payment: AED 5,800; 3rd payment: AED 5,750; Total annual with bus: AED 27,100; Total annual without bus: AED 22,550. - Grade 7 — 1st payment without bus: AED 12,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 16,550; 2nd payment: AED 6,200; 3rd payment: AED 6,100; Total annual with bus: AED 28,850; Total annual without bus: AED 24,300. - Grade 8 — 1st payment without bus: AED 12,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 17,050; 2nd payment: AED 6,800; 3rd payment: AED 6,730; Total annual with bus: AED 30,580; Total annual without bus: AED 26,030. - Grade 9 — 1st payment without bus: AED 13,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 17,550; 2nd payment: AED 7,200; 3rd payment: AED 7,150; Total annual with bus: AED 31,900; Total annual without bus: AED 27,350. - Grade 10 — 1st payment without bus: AED 14,000; 1st payment with bus: AED 18,550; 2nd payment: AED 7,400; 3rd payment: AED 7,400; Total annual with bus: AED 33,350; Total annual without bus: AED 28,800. - Grade 11 AS / Grade 11 I — 1st payment without bus: AED 15,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 20,050; 2nd payment: AED 8,500; 3rd payment: AED 8,510; Total annual with bus: AED 37,060; Total annual without bus: AED 32,510. - Grade 12 AS / Grade 12 I — 1st payment without bus: AED 16,500; 1st payment with bus: AED 21,050; 2nd payment: AED 9,100; 3rd payment: AED 9,100; Total annual with bus: AED 39,250; Total annual without bus: AED 34,700. Billing schedule and payment terms - Registration / re-registration payment window: May 1 – September 1. Term 1 payment window: August 1 – September 1. Term 2 payment window: December 1 – January 7. Term 3 payment window: March 1 – April 7. - Enrollment is completed by payment of Term 1 fees; tuition must be fully paid before the first day of school (termly or annually). The school may prioritize seats for families with full payment. In the event of non-payment the school may apply reminders, suspension, or withhold school documents until outstanding dues are cleared. - When paying online, attach the bank/online payment receipt and send it immediately to Accounts@anps.co. Boarding fees - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for Al Najah Private School; boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a K–12 day international school. Other costs and incidental fees - Uniform: AED 300 covers one pair of pants, one polo, and one jacket. Extra uniform item prices: jacket AED 120, pant AED 90, polo AED 90. The jacket is mandatory per the school rules. - Bus / transportation: bus charges are shown as a separate “with bus” option in the fee schedule. The published fee table implies a fixed annual bus charge of AED 4,550 (this figure is the difference between the ‘with bus' and ‘without bus' totals and between ‘1st payment with bus' and ‘1st payment without bus' in the school's fee table; this is an inference from the published fee breakdown). Bus/transportation fees are subject to change pending Department of Transport approval. External examination fees (e.g., IGCSE/A-level exam charges) incur additional charges. Refunds and mid‑term leavers - The AED 1,000 registration payment is credited against tuition. For mid-term starters and leavers the school may retain a portion of tuition as follows (calculation uses a 10‑month divisor): - If a student attends any part of week one or does not show without sufficient written notice, the school may retain the registration/re-registration fee value. - Attendance of up to three weeks: the school may retain the value of one full month's tuition. - Attendance of over three weeks and up to six weeks: the school may retain the value of two full months' tuition. - Attendance over six weeks in a term: the school may retain the full term fee. - The school may withhold report cards, transfer certificates, and re‑registration until outstanding dues are settled. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer (send bank slip to Accounts@anps.co with student details), cash deposit (send deposit receipt to Accounts@anps.co), cheques (accepted only from selected companies; ATM deposit of cheques is prohibited), in-person payment by cash or credit card, and online payment through the school payment portal. - Bank account details on record for fee transfers: - National Bank of Abu Dhabi / First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) — Account name: Al Najah Private School — A/C No. 1411323026712018 — IBAN AE170351411323026712018 — Swift: NBADAEAA155895571. - ADCB — Account name: Al Najah Private School L.L.C — A/C No. 10585211020001 — IBAN AE250030010585211020001 — Swift: ADCBAEAA. Notes - External exam fees and other specific charges (e.g., special program fees) are additional to the stated tuition and are charged separately. Bus fees are listed as subject to Department of Transport approval and may change. Uniform jackets are mandatory and additional uniform items are charged at the prices shown above.	Fee details Application / registration fees - A non‑refundable, non‑transferable registration (new admission) fee equal to 5% of the annual tuition is payable on acceptance of the offer; this amount is adjusted against the first term tuition once the student joins. Re‑enrolment also requires a non‑refundable, non‑transferable re‑enrolment fee equal to 5% of next year's fees, adjustable against the first term. Tuition fees (Academic year 2025–26) — per term and annual - FS2: Term 1 AED 3,400; Term 2 AED 3,400; Term 3 AED 3,290; Annual tuition AED 10,090; Registration fee shown AED 500. - Year 1 – Year 3: Term 1 AED 4,400; Term 2 AED 4,400; Term 3 AED 4,160; Annual tuition AED 12,960; Registration fee shown AED 650. - Year 4 – Year 6: Term 1 AED 5,800; Term 2 AED 5,800; Term 3 AED 5,790; Annual tuition AED 17,390; Registration fee shown AED 900. - Year 7 – Year 9: Term 1 AED 6,800; Term 2 AED 6,800; Term 3 AED 6,660; Annual tuition AED 20,260; Registration fee shown AED 1,050. - Year 10: Term 1 AED 8,700; Term 2 AED 8,700; Term 3 AED 8,570; Annual tuition AED 25,970; Registration fee shown AED 1,300. - Year 11 – Year 13: Term 1 AED 8,700; Term 2 AED 8,700; Term 3 AED 8,490; Annual tuition AED 25,890; Registration fee shown AED 1,300. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition invoices are issued prior to the start of the academic year; tuition is payable in advance at the start of each term. Term payment due dates are on or before 15 August (Term 1), 15 December (Term 2), and 15 March (Term 3). Tuition may be paid in full or by term as invoiced. - Failure to pay fees can result in loss of place, withholding of reports/references/exam results, and temporary or permanent exclusion. Transport fees and terms - Annual school transport fee (all available areas in Abu Dhabi): AED 4,468 total, payable termly as Term 1 AED 1,550; Term 2 AED 1,460; Term 3 AED 1,458. A fee is charged for 10 months of the academic year, divided into three terms. Transport fees must be paid before the beginning of each term. - Transport is fixed and payable termly; one‑way travel is charged at the full fee; transport may be discontinued only at the end of a term and there is no refund for the unexpired portion of the term when withdrawing from transport. Service will not be provided if transport fees are not paid in advance for a given term. Uniform and other compulsory costs - Uniform (full set and jacket) approximate charges by grade group: - FS2–Year 1: Full set AED 315; Jacket AED 60; Total AED 375. - Year 2–Year 5: Full set AED 360; Jacket AED 70; Total AED 430. - Year 6–Year 8: Full set AED 410; Jacket AED 80; Total AED 490. - Year 9–Year 13: Full set AED 450; Jacket AED 80; Total AED 530. - External board/exam fees (representative Cambridge IGCSE / AS‑A level fees listed): IGCSE subject fees commonly AED 850 per subject; AS/A level subject fees commonly AED 950 per subject; some linear subjects shown at AED 1,400. These exam fee amounts are charged in addition to tuition where applicable. Refund and withdrawal policy - The registration fee remains non‑refundable. Tuition fee refunds follow the Ministry of Education/ADEK policy; refund processing begins from the later of the date the completed student withdrawal form is received or the student's last date of attendance. Refunds are issued to the original payee. A 30‑day written notification of withdrawal to the Registrar is required. Boarding fees - Boarding fees: Not applicable. Creative British School does not list boarding or residential provision and instead provides day education with school transport options; therefore no boarding fees are charged. (Statement based on the school's published fee, transport and admissions information.) Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include online payment via the school's online payment system / mobile application, and cash or credit card (MasterCard / Visa) payments at the school accounts department. All tuition and transport payments are required in AED unless otherwise invoiced.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school uses a uniform. Uniforms can be purchased online through the ANPS Online Store, with Standard Uniform and Extra Uniform options.	Uniform requirement Students wear a school uniform. Uniforms are available from the designated supplier, and the on-site store provides collection during operating hours.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is owned and managed by ANPS L.L.C., a private limited company. Public profiles identify ANPS L.L.C. as the owner.	Governance and ownership The Creative British School is owned and managed by the PACE Group, a UAE-based education group. PACE Group was founded in 1999 by Dr P.A. Ibrahim Haji.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details ANPS follows a UK-based curriculum for Kindergarten through Senior School, with Cambridge IGCSE in the lower secondary years and Edexcel-based A-Levels in the senior years. In the Senior School (grades 9–12), learners can graduate with either the IB Diploma or the IAL (A-Levels), with subject options including Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. Cambridge IGCSE is described as a framework for learners aged 14–16, with assessments at the end of the course typically in June and November. The school organizes its structure as Kindergarten, Primary, Middle School (grades 6–8), and Senior School (grades 9–12), with Middle School preparing students for the Senior School. The ANPS Curriculum page lists A-Level, IGCSE, and IB Program as core pathways across the school.	Curriculum details Creative British School in Abu Dhabi follows the Cambridge curriculum closely aligned with the UK National Curriculum and enriches it with the UAE Ministry of Education programs in Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies. The school provides education from the Early Years Foundation Stage through Primary and Secondary to A-levels. Key Stage 4 (ages 14–16) centers on the Cambridge IGCSE, with core subjects such as Mathematics, English as a Second Language, and Sciences, plus MOE Arabic and Islamic Studies, and UAE Social Studies in Year 10, with a broad range of optional IGCSE subjects. Key Stage 5 offers Cambridge International AS and A Levels, with subject choice and linear assessment, and includes Arabic Language and Islamic Studies as part of the curriculum. Across all stages, MOE subjects—Social Studies, Islamic Education, and Arabic Language—are integrated in a Whole School Approach to reflect UAE identity and regulatory requirements. The Early Years Foundation Stage emphasizes the seven learning areas with three prime areas (communication and language; physical development; personal, social and emotional development) and uses a play-based, inclusive approach blending UK/Oxford frameworks with UAE context.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning ANPS supports social and emotional learning through a formal Wellbeing Strategy that covers mental health, behavior, student protection, inclusion, staff wellbeing, and specialist services, with annual wellbeing action plans and initiatives such as assemblies, workshops, anti-bullying campaigns, healthy lifestyle programs, and mindfulness sessions; a Wellbeing Lead/Wellbeing Committee oversees implementation, and a School Counselor and Inclusion Team provide direct student support, intervention plans, and referrals.	Social & emotional learning Creative British School supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through an inclusive three‑tier Pyramid of Intervention led by the Head of Inclusion, with an Inclusion Team and Learning Support Unit delivering universal, targeted, and intensive supports and documented Learning Plans (IEPs) for students with additional learning needs; progress is tracked and reported to parents to ensure ongoing SEL progress. The continuum of support explicitly addresses students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The school also emphasizes inclusive practices and staff collaboration to foster emotional development within a structured framework. (turn8view0; turn8view0)
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) ANPS follows an inclusive model aligned with ADEK Inclusion Policy; inclusion initiatives will accommodate students of all abilities and needs, and the School Counselor & Inclusion Team provide support, intervention plans, and referrals.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Inclusion policy defines Additional Learning Needs and provides comprehensive SEN provision via a designated Head of Inclusion, Inclusion Assistants, and an Inclusive Learning Support Unit, supported by a three‑tier Pyramid of Intervention and documented Individualised Education Plans (IEPs). Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions include targeted instruction, intervention plans, progress monitoring, and, for some students, Special Education services and more intensive supports. The policy notes that parents may fund Individual Assistants (shadow teachers) where required, and it outlines collaboration with professionals to develop IEPs and access related services. (turn7view0; turn8view0)
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction at ANPS, as indicated by the International Baccalaureate (IB) page listing Language of instruction as English; the site also has a Learning Support policy, implying formal arrangements for learners who require additional assistance, though no publicly disclosed, distinct EAL program is specified.	English as an additional language The Inclusion policy explicitly includes EAL students and envisions recognisable leadership opportunities for them, with language support provided as a Tier 1 universal provision to address language barriers in learning. Language support is described as part of the universal strategies (Tier 1) to ensure accessibility for learners facing language-related challenges. (turn7view0; turn8view0)
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing ANPS's Wellbeing Policy defines wellbeing across mental, emotional, social, physical, digital, and environmental health, and outlines a Wellbeing Strategy with annual action plans and initiatives such as assemblies, workshops, anti-bullying campaigns, healthy lifestyle programs, and mindfulness sessions; a Wellbeing Lead/Committee and a School Counselor & Inclusion Team provide ongoing support and intervention.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through safeguarding‑oriented practices, including Accessible Support and Counselling available to all students and proactive monitoring of at‑risk pupils as part of safeguarding procedures. The safeguarding framework also describes a Safeguarding Committee and a school‑wide safeguarding awareness strategy to promote safe, caring, and transparent school culture. (turn6view0; turn6view0)
Safeguarding	Safeguarding ANPS maintains a Student Protection & Safeguarding Policy aligned with ADEK and UAE law; it defines maltreatment, sets reporting procedures, assigns roles (Child Protection Coordinator, school social worker, teachers as mandated reporters), and outlines confidentiality, prevention, and education, with contact points for the CPC and ADEK CPU.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is codified in the Student Protection and Safeguarding policy (2024), with a Safeguarding Committee comprising the Principal, Head of Secondary, Head of Primary, and a Social Worker, supported by staff with safeguarding responsibilities; the policy outlines reporting procedures, staff induction/training, and adherence to ADEK requirements, including online safety and well‑being policies. The School Policies page lists the Student Protection and Safeguarding policy along with related policies (Anti‑Bullying, Attendance, Behaviour, etc.), all subject to annual review and alignment with ADEK Wellbeing and Digital policies. (turn5view0; turn6view0; turn4view0)
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school operates as a K-12 private international school offering the British curriculum as college preparatory education. The campus is air conditioned and well lit. ANPS has recently invested in a STEM Lab to boost students' ingenuity and creativity. The campus is equipped with wireless internet facilities for administration, staff, students and guests. The address is Mohammed Bin Zayed City - 9 Near Al Safir Mall.	Facilities overview The Creative British School is located on 33rd Street ME-10, Abu Dhabi. The campus is described as a Complete Smart classroom campus and includes a grass turf football ground. The school follows a British curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage to A-levels. The library is well-stocked and serves as a hub for learning and research, organized into three sections. The overall facilities layout supports both academic study and physical activity on-site.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sport fields are listed as part of the ANPS campus facilities.	Sports facilities Grass turf football ground is listed as the on-site sports facility. No additional on-site sports facilities are listed on the CBS site.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities ANPS provides a K-12 private international program with a British curriculum. A STEM Lab has been added to support science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning. Classrooms are air conditioned and well lit. Wireless internet facilities are available for administration, staff, students and guests.	Academic facilities The school library is well-stocked and serves as a hub for quiet reading and self-study, with three sections. The campus is situated in Shabia-10 and described as a Complete Smart classroom campus with a grass turf football ground. The school follows a British curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage to A-levels.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Specialty clubs include cooking, hand embroidery, acting, and the study of the Qur'an, offering practical life skills. World Scholar Cup is an after-school activity and is highlighted as an extracurricular engagement. Students are allocated to clubs in the order their form is received.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Al Najah Private School was founded in 1987 as a private international K-12 school to provide the British curriculum as a college-preparatory education for students of all nationalities. It operates as ANPS L.L.C. and is led by School Director Ahd Abou Ghazal. The school maintains a multinational teaching staff and offers a bilingual program in English and Arabic. ANPS has invested in a STEM Lab to boost student ingenuity and creativity. It is accredited for the IB Diploma, reflecting its international qualifications and pathways to higher education.	History Creative British School, Abu Dhabi opened in September 2014. It is part of the PACE Group, which was founded in 1999 by Dr P.A. Ibrahim Haji. CBS is proudly managed by the PACE Group and offers a British education aligned with the Cambridge framework and the UK National Curriculum. The Mussafah campus on Shabia 10 includes facilities such as a science laboratory, a library, computer suites, and outdoor spaces. The school places emphasis on UAE identity and cultural heritage within its learning programs.
Community	Community ANPS positions itself as one big family and highlights its long history of giving and a multinational student body. The school emphasizes diversity, with students forming lifelong friendships across cultures and a multinational teaching staff delivering the British curriculum. Parents share positive reflections about the school's caring staff and family-like environment. Community events and cultural activities are part of ANPS life, including International Day and Graduation ceremonies.	Community The wider community at Creative British School is central to its mission, with a focus on strong partnerships among parents, staff, students and external collaborators. Parent workshops and training are offered, including Hayakom Arabic sessions and reading initiatives such as I read with my child. FS2 parent seminars and the Parents Association are active in involving families and supporting social contributions to local, national and international communities. The CBS community also participates in UAE National Day celebrations and Pace Group initiatives such as Guinness World Records.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association ANPS provides a structured Parents Manual for the 2025-2026 academic year. The manual includes policies such as a Bus Cancellation Form, demonstrating formal transport arrangements. Parents can join the ANPS community through an online Join our Family option on the site. The school collects parental testimonials in the From The Parents We Love section, highlighting staff dedication and a family-like environment. ANPS maintains an Alumni network and hosts events such as graduations, illustrating ongoing parent and alumni engagement. Graduations and other events are documented in the Blog and Gallery sections, signaling active family involvement.	Parent teacher association The Parents Association at Creative British School plays a vital role in building a strong sense of community and collaboration among students, parents, and staff. Membership is open to all parents, and the association supports meaningful social contributions to local, national, and international communities. By joining, parents help strengthen school partnerships, participate in learning related initiatives, and stay informed about school projects. The association emphasizes active parent involvement in day-to-day school life and in coordinating with other schools and organizations. The program includes parent workshops such as Hayakom Arabic sessions and FS2 parent seminars as well as the I read with my child initiative. Contact Ms Jiji to join at [email protected].
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ANPS is a K–12 school located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, near Al Safir Mall. The school operates with Kindergarten, Primary School (Gr 1–5), Middle School (Gr 6–8), and Senior School (Gr 9–12). It states admissions for 2025–2026 are open (K–12).	Academic & intellectual The school provides a comprehensive British education from the Early Years Foundation Stage to A-levels. The curriculum is built on the Cambridge and Oxford curricula, guiding student learning across all stages. The school was established in 2014 and is proudly managed by the PACE Group.
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Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Primary and middle years emphasize English as the language of instruction, with English taught by native English speakers. Arabic language study is part of the curriculum, and students are encouraged to speak English in most contexts.	Cultural & language —
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Community & service	Community & service Democracy concepts are taught through structures such as the Parents Council and the Student Council, which provide liaison and student input.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Senior School offers two pathways: the IB Diploma Programme and Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL). The IB programme is established as ANPS is an IB World School, now in its 11th year, with professional IB staff guiding students.	Leadership & professional —
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Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision ANPS offers the British Curriculum for K-12 and also runs an IB Diploma Programme. The school provides three curricula: A-Level, IGCSE, and IB Program. In the IB Diploma Programme, offered subjects include English A Literature, Arabic A Language and Literature, and French ab initio. The IB DP is a two-year programme (grades 11–12) requiring six subjects plus core elements: Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and CAS. English and Arabic language competencies are part of the IB subject offerings, with French taught as an ab initio option. The school also emphasizes a multinational faculty and aims to prepare students for higher education worldwide.	Language provision The Cambridge curriculum is followed, closely aligned with the UK National Curriculum. The MOE programs for Arabic language, Islamic studies, and UAE social studies are integrated into the curriculum. The Arabic language is a vital component of national identity, with emphasis on proficiency in Standard Arabic and the study of Classical Arabic (Fus'ha) across subjects. Social Studies, Islamic Education, and Arabic Language are delivered through a Whole School Approach within the MOE framework.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The Al Najah Private School (ANPS) is a K–12 private international school based in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, near Al Safir Mall. The campus features an air‑conditioned, well‑lit environment with a STEM Lab and wireless internet for staff and students. The school was founded in 1987 and describes itself as delivering the British curriculum to students of all nationalities. The school operates a multinational teaching staff and emphasizes preparation for higher education worldwide. The school offers Kindergarten, Primary, Middle, Senior, and IB program options, along with a curriculum that includes A‑Level and IGCSE tracks. The mission is to educate students to be initiative‑taking, critical thinkers who serve as global role models; the vision is to inspire learners to be global citizen leaders; and the values include Respect, Tolerance, Integrity, Achievement, Fairness, Transparency, Support & Care, and Teamwork & Cooperation. These details are presented in the school's About Us and admissions sections.	Admissions Admission Process includes the following steps: 1. Application Submission: The first step is to submit an online application for admission. After successfully completing the application, the applicant will receive an SMS with a reference number. 2. Age Requirement: The minimum age requirement for the academic year 2026-27 is FS2/KG1 4 years (01/01/2022 - 31/12/2022); Yr1/KG2 5 years (01/01/2021 - 31/12/2021); Yr2/GR1 6 years (01/01/2020 - 31/12/2020). Kindly note that exceptions cannot be made to accepting any student whose age is not within the new range including those coming from abroad. 3. Entrance Test/Interview: Depending on the availability of seats, applicants will be contacted for either an entrance test or an interview. After the entrance test or interview, the Admission Committee will evaluate the applicant's suitability for admission. 4. Letter of Acceptance: If the Admission Committee decides to grant admission, a formal letter of acceptance will be sent via email. 5. Documents Submission: Once admission is granted, the next step is to fill out the admission form and submit all required documents. 6. Registration Fees: To secure the admission and book a seat, the applicant is required to pay the registration fees; 5% of annual fees is payable for the registration which is non-refundable/non-transferable and will be adjusted from first term tuition fees.
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