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American School of Creative Science - Maliha

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 22,850 - 50,560
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3982
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, UAE Curriculum
Typical class size 15
Introduction

The American School of Creative Science – Maliha is an American-curriculum international school in the United Arab Emirates, located in the Maliha area (address on file: 102 Maleha St, Institutes Land). It offers US California Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards alongside UAE Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic, Islamic and Social Studies, operating from Kindergarten (Pre‑KG/KG) through Grades 6–12. The school serves ages 3 to 18 and delivers core subjects through English-language instruction while teaching Arabic, Qur'an and Islamic Studies to meet MOE standards. The campus includes technology‑enabled classrooms with interactive whiteboards, ICT labs and an innovation hub, a well‑resourced library, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, a covered heated swimming pool, gymnasium and a multi‑purpose hall. The programme emphasises inquiry‑based, hands‑on learning, cross‑curricular activities and a broad assessment profile; students sit for internal and external tests such as MAP, CAT4, PIRLS, PISA, E‑TIMSS, IELTS, TOEFL, SAT and EMSAT.

102 Maleha St, Institutes Land, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

American School of Creative Science - Maliha has 3,982 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
The American School of Creative Science Maliha is located on Maliha Road in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It is BEAM-managed and NEASC-accredited, reflecting its international standards. The campus offers modern facilities, including libraries, auditoriums, ICT rooms, kitchen labs, and sporting amenities such as a swimming pool, a gym, and a multi-purpose hall. Transport is provided for students in accordance with local regulations.

Stages
ASCS Maliha serves students from Pre-KG through Grade 12, with classrooms and programs spanning early years to secondary levels. The curriculum combines US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards in English and Science with UAE MOE Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, and Moral Education.

Type
ASCS Maliha is a private international day school managed by Bukhatir BEAM. It delivers a US-oriented curriculum blended with UAE MOE subjects and is NEASC-accredited.

Pupil Nationality Mix
ASCS Maliha serves students from over 52 nationalities, including UAE citizens and international expatriates. The school notes a diverse mix, but publishes no single predominant nationality or precise ratio of local to international students. Instruction is delivered in English and Standard Arabic.

Additional learning support
The school provides on-site inclusion support via a team of social workers and SEND teachers, with modified entrance assessments and documentation requirements where needed. An on-site safeguarding and wellbeing framework supports students, including a designated Inclusion Lead and a SEND team.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation. The school follows a blended US curriculum (Common Core/NGSS) with UAE MOE requirements and holds NEASC accreditation.

Religious affiliation
Islamic Education is part of the UAE MOE curriculum, and ASCS Maliha runs a Quran memorization program. The school itself is not a religiously affiliated institution.

School day structure
The school operates Sunday to Thursday. Timings vary by grade, but typical start times are around 7:00–7:30 am and finish times around 2:45 pm, with shorter hours on Thursdays for some year groups.

Bus service
ASCS Maliha offers student transport in compliance with RTA regulations. The transport system includes multiple routes with published fees by destination (AY 2025–2026). One-way and two-way fares are listed for various routes.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are mandatory and issued by the school; the school bag is part of the uniform and available for purchase at the school. On PE and swimming days, students wear the PE uniform with plain white socks and plain black shoes. Girls in G4-G12 wear the school hijab (white for G4-G8, navy blue for G9-G12); hair and grooming rules apply.

Food Options
The canteen is fully equipped and offers a range of nutritious food and drinks to promote healthy eating. An online canteen app, Hot Oven, allows pre-ordering meals and staff deliver meals to classrooms. Health and safety measures are in place in the canteen operations.

Governance and Ownership
ASCS Maliha is operated by BEAM (Bukhatir Education Advancement & Management). The school is governed by a School Governing Body that includes parents, teachers, students, and community members; the Chair of Governors is Mr. Shadi Hassan, and the Principal and Vice Principal are members of the governing body. BEAM leadership oversees the school's strategic direction as part of the BEAM network.
Fees

Annual tuition at American School of Creative Science - Maliha ranges from AED 22,850 to AED 50,560 for 2026/27.

Registration / Application fee

- Registration deposit (new enrolment only): AED 500. This deposit is applied against the first-term tuition fee. If the child does not join the school, the deposit is non-refundable.

Tuition fees (per term and yearly total)

Fees shown are for Academic Year 2025-26. Installment dates are shown as 1st September (first installment), 1st December (second installment) and 1st March (third installment).

- Pre-KG: Term 1 AED 9,140; Term 2 AED 6,855; Term 3 AED 6,855; Yearly total AED 22,850.
- KG1: Term 1 AED 9,140; Term 2 AED 6,855; Term 3 AED 6,855; Yearly total AED 22,850.
- KG2: Term 1 AED 9,140; Term 2 AED 6,855; Term 3 AED 6,855; Yearly total AED 22,850.
- Grade 1: Term 1 AED 10,792; Term 2 AED 8,094; Term 3 AED 8,094; Yearly total AED 26,980.
- Grade 2: Term 1 AED 10,792; Term 2 AED 8,094; Term 3 AED 8,094; Yearly total AED 26,980.
- Grade 3: Term 1 AED 10,792; Term 2 AED 8,094; Term 3 AED 8,094; Yearly total AED 26,980.
- Grade 4: Term 1 AED 12,368; Term 2 AED 9,276; Term 3 AED 9,276; Yearly total AED 30,920.
- Grade 5: Term 1 AED 13,424; Term 2 AED 10,068; Term 3 AED 10,068; Yearly total AED 33,560.
- Grade 6: Term 1 AED 16,785; Term 2 AED 12,590; Term 3 AED 12,590; Yearly total AED 41,965.
- Grade 7: Term 1 AED 17,548; Term 2 AED 13,161; Term 3 AED 13,161; Yearly total AED 43,870.
- Grade 8: Term 1 AED 17,563; Term 2 AED 13,171; Term 3 AED 13,171; Yearly total AED 43,905.
- Grade 9: Term 1 AED 19,968; Term 2 AED 14,976; Term 3 AED 14,976; Yearly total AED 49,920.
- Grade 10: Term 1 AED 19,980; Term 2 AED 14,985; Term 3 AED 14,985; Yearly total AED 49,950.
- Grade 11: Term 1 AED 20,196; Term 2 AED 15,147; Term 3 AED 15,147; Yearly total AED 50,490.
- Grade 12: Term 1 AED 20,224; Term 2 AED 15,168; Term 3 AED 15,168; Yearly total AED 50,560.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Installment due dates are presented as 1st September (first installment), 1st December (second installment) and 1st March (third installment). The first-term fee (first installment) must be paid in cash or by current-dated cheque. The second and third installments must be provided as post-dated cheques submitted along with the first installment.
- All cheques must be made payable to "AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CREATIVE SCIENCE PVT L.L.C SP." If a post-dated cheque needs to be withdrawn, written notice plus the exact amount of cash must be provided to the accounts department at least two weeks before the cheque due date.
- Tuition fee for late enrolment is calculated according to Ministry of Education rules and regulations. External exam fees are charged separately.

Transportation fees and billing

- Transportation is charged separately. Sample rates for Academic Year 2025-26 (amounts in AED):
- Dubai: One-way AED 5,300; Two-way AED 6,400.
- Sharjah: One-way AED 5,000; Two-way AED 6,100.
- Ajman: One-way AED 5,100; Two-way AED 6,200.
- Al Dhaid, Al Madam, Al-Filly, Flaj-Al Mualla, UAQ: One-way AED 8,700; Two-way AED 8,700 (these locations are shown at the same rate).
- Transport cancellations must be submitted in writing to the Transport Department. Refunds for transport are processed in accordance with Ministry of Education rules and regulations; the transport department will provide details to Accounts for refund processing.

Boarding / residence fees

- Boarding is not listed and no boarding fees are provided. ASCS Maliha operates as a day school with separate transport options; there are no boarding fee entries in the published fee structure.

Other costs and fees

- Uniforms and school books are charged separately. Fees for school books and uniforms are non-refundable. Uniform purchases may be paid in cash or by card depending on the items purchased. External examination fees are charged separately.
- The fee schedule notes that parents who receive tuition coverage through their employer must submit a confirmation letter from the employer and provide a security check from their personal account; payment from the employer must be arranged within 30 days according to the payment plan.

Discounts and scholarships

- Sibling discounts on net tuition fees: 1st child 0%; 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 10%; 4th child 15%; 5th child and above 20%.
- Quran memorization discounts on net fees: 20–29 Juz' = 15% discount; Full memorization = 25% discount. Referral discounts (applied on youngest child net fees) and performance-based discounts for MAP and SAT high achievers are also listed.

Refund information and timing

- Fees for school books and uniforms are non-refundable. Discounts are not applicable in the event of cancellation of registration during the academic year. Refunds (including transport refunds) are processed as per Ministry of Education rules and regulations. Fee refunds are made only once all dues are settled. Any refund requires twelve (12) working days after all relevant paperwork has been submitted to the Accounts Department.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods for tuition and fee installments: cash or cheque. Post-dated cheques are required for the second and third installments and must follow the stated cheque rules. Uniforms may be paid for in cash or by card depending on the item. The fee schedule indicates accounts procedures for employer-sponsored payments.

Notes

- External exam fees and any other third-party charges are billed separately from the tuition schedule. Tuition for late enrolment and refunds are handled according to Ministry of Education regulations. For account queries, the published contacts are available through the school's admissions and accounts channels.
Academics

American School of Creative Science - Maliha teaches American Curriculum, UAE Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
ASCS Maliha delivers a US-based curriculum aligned to California Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics and Next Generation Science Standards, with UAE MOE standards applied to Arabic subjects. Kindergarten (Pre-KG to KG2) emphasizes foundational reading and language, using California Common Core alongside MOE Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Quran. Grades 1–5 cover Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Moral Education, Arabic, Qur'an, Islamic Studies, Art, Home Economics, Physical Education, and Computer, with cross-curricular integration. Grades 6–12 provide a rigorous Middle/High School program across core subjects, with emphasis on critical thinking, independent learning, and experiential activities such as contests, virtual field trips, and experiments. Assessments include internal measures and external standardized tests such as MAP, CAT4, PIRLS, PISA, E-TIMSS, IELTS, TOEFL, SAT and EMSAT, supporting ongoing progress within an UAE-aligned framework .
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ASCS Maliha supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Student Service Team, which focuses on wellbeing and personal/social development across school life. The team comprises an onsite doctor and nurse, a social worker, a guidance counselor, a pastoral supervisor, homeroom teachers, teaching assistants, and learning support assistants, all collaborating to develop the whole child. The school uses a positive behavior management system with merit points that runs alongside the moral education curriculum to foster self-awareness, community belonging, and responsibility. Staff actively encourage students to reflect, challenge themselves, take risks, and live by the school values to support SEL and personal growth. Wellbeing is framed as essential to learning, with the aim that every student can contribute and succeed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ASCS Maliha describes its approach to Inclusion as an inclusive educational framework, supported by an Inclusion Handbook and regular newsletters, indicating formal processes for learners with additional needs. The school has a designated Head of Inclusion and a broader safeguarding and inclusion structure (including a Head of Inclusion and DSLs) to oversee support for students with additional needs across year groups. The Inclusion materials (e.g., Inclusion Handbook and Inclusion Team newsletters) show explicit attention to Gifted and Talented needs as part of SEN considerations. The school presents itself as inclusive rather than a specialist SEN institution, and public pages do not publish a detailed list of specific SEN categories or services. The school does publicly disclose the existence of an Inclusion Team and leadership (Head of Inclusion and DSLs) to coordinate support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school states that the language of instruction is English and Standard Arabic, with students speaking Arabic, Urdu, and English; this is reflected in the Admission Overview information. Public pages do not describe a dedicated EAL program or EAL staff, so explicit EAL provision is not publicly disclosed on ASCS Maliha's pages. Inclusion materials suggest that support for diverse learners is handled within an inclusive framework, rather than as a separate EAL department. The publicly available content does not provide details of any formal EAL curriculum or staffing. Consequently, explicit EAL program details are not publicly disclosed on ASCS Maliha's published pages.

Mental Wellbeing
ASCS Maliha treats wellbeing as central to students' development, with the Inclusion, Student Service, and Pastoral Teams reinforcing wellbeing across school life. The Student Service Team's work aims to provide individual attention and encourage reflection, self-challenge, and adherence to school values to support mental wellbeing. The school runs a Wellbeing Promotion, including a Top 10 Tips resource, to promote mental health and healthy behaviors. Safeguarding structures, including designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) and a Deputy DSL team, support student safety and emotional well-being. Online safety resources for parents are also provided to support students' digital wellbeing.

Safeguarding
ASCS Maliha places safeguarding and child protection at the core of its operations. The Safeguarding and Wellbeing page outlines a School-wide safeguarding framework and a dedicated Student Service Team responsible for health, welfare, and safety. The team includes an onsite doctor and nurse, a social worker, a guidance counselor, a pastoral supervisor, and teaching and learning support staff to monitor and support students. The school has designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs and DDSLs) across different year groups and a formal Safeguarding Policy (2021-2022) with active channels for reporting concerns. Policies and resources for safeguarding are complemented by wellbeing materials, including Online Safety guidance for parents.
Parent Experience

History
ASCS Maliha is part of Bukhatir Education Advancement & Management (BEAM), which operates the American School of Creative Science network. BEAM expanded the Creative Science concept from the established International Schools of Creative Science (ISCS) network that began in 2002 with the launch of ISCS Muwaileh in Sharjah. The school carries UAE Ministry of Education accreditation and NEASC accreditation, reflecting adherence to both local and international standards. ASCS Maliha's governance and strategic direction are provided by BEAM, and the school is part of the Bukhatir Group's education portfolio.

Community
ASCS Maliha serves a diverse, international student body within BEAM's education network. The campus includes libraries, auditoriums, activity rooms, ICT labs, kitchen labs, sporting facilities, a swimming pool, a gym, and a multi‑purpose hall that hosts school events and socio‑emotional activities throughout the year. A Qur'an Memorization Program is a distinctive feature that supports the Islamic-Arabic dimension of campus life and cultural events. Parental involvement is encouraged through formal governance structures and ongoing communications with BEAM and school leadership, including a Parent Portal for routine updates.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
ASCS Maliha has a School Governing Body that includes parent representation. Parents, teachers, students, and community members are encouraged to serve as governors. The Governing Body provides strategic oversight and helps set school priorities in collaboration with BEAM. Parents participate through governance activities and contribute to school decision‑making. The school maintains a Parent Portal for progress updates, schedules, notices, and attendance. Community events and socio-emotional activities take place on campus, including use of the multi‑purpose hall. BEAM positions parent involvement as a core aspect of the ASCS Maliha community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ASCS Maliha's campus supports active, technology-enabled learning with classrooms opening onto an engineered garden. The library provides a well-resourced mix of digital and printed materials, and ICT facilities include computer labs and an Innovation Hub to support cross-curricular technology use. Outdoor spaces include indoor and outdoor playgrounds and a heated, covered swimming pool, plus a multipurpose hall for sports and events. On-site amenities include a canteen with online pre-ordering and six on-site medical clinics to support student health, while transport services provide safe commuting to and from campus.

Sports Facilities
Playgrounds are available both indoors and outdoors and feature specialized safe flooring for different games. The spaces are described as well-structured, safe, and enjoyable for students. The large, heated, covered swimming pool supports year-round swimming lessons. The Multi-Purpose Hall is a spacious, well-lit, and well-equipped space for sports, special events, and examinations.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms are designed to support learning with outdoor access to an engineered garden. They are equipped with the latest computers and Interactive White Boards, including Smart Boards, Smart Projectors, and Activ Tables. The library is well-resourced with a broad range of digital and print materials to support reading and research. ICT rooms and dedicated computer labs provide access to current technology, and there is an Innovation Hub to promote cross-curricular digital learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
ASCS Maliha offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including field trips, sports, cultural days, math competitions, Quran memorization, science fairs, arts and crafts, and cooking. An Art Room is part of the campus facilities, as shown in the virtual tour. The program emphasizes creative, physical, social, and academic development through these activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The American School of Creative Science Maliha offers a US curriculum aligned to California Common Core standards for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and History/Geography, with Next Generation Science Standards for Science. The UAE National Curriculum is used for Arabic Subjects, including Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Quran. The program is enriched and balanced with an international perspective and is delivered to students from Pre-KG through Grade 12.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Crafts is offered as an extracurricular activity. The curriculum includes Art as part of the enrichment program to foster creativity. The extracurricular page lists Arts & Crafts among the activities, alongside field trips and science fairs. The school supports creative development through these arts-related activities.

Cultural & Language
Cultural Days are part of ASCS Maliha's extracurricular program. Arabic language instruction aligns with UAE MOE standards for Arabic Subjects, and Quran/Islamic Studies are incorporated within the curriculum. The program integrates language and culture through cross-curricular learning and cultural events. The school emphasizes cultural awareness as part of its values.

Social & Hobbies
ASCS Maliha provides a broad set of activities that support social development and personal interests. These include field trips, sports, cultural days, math competitions, Quran memorization, science fairs, arts & crafts, and cooking. They promote teamwork, creativity, and well-being alongside the academic program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Safeguarding and wellbeing are priorities at ASCS Maliha. The Student Service Team includes an on-site doctor and nurse, a social worker, a guidance counselor, and pastoral staff, with others supporting the student experience. A merit-based behavior system, together with a moral education curriculum, fosters responsible, respectful conduct. Health and safety measures include temperature checks, sanitization, and safe transport practices, all implemented to protect students and staff.
Languages

Language Provision
The school delivers the US California Common Core Curriculum along with the Next Generation Science Standards and MOE standards for Arabic Subjects. The school combines the US Curriculum with Arabic, Islamic, and Social Studies for UAE. The learning environment emphasizes strong moral values and cultural traditions.
Admissions

Admissions
1. The school serves students from over 52 nationalities and the language of instruction is English and Standard Arabic. Qualified students are welcomed regardless of race, religion, color, or nationality. Admissions operate on a first-come, first-served basis based on seat availability and the age of the child. The admissions cycle for the next academic year will open from January onwards of the current academic year, and booking seats for returning students starts in January.

2. The academic year begins at the end of August or early September and ends in June or July, as stipulated by the UAE Ministry of Education. The school consists of two semesters with winter, spring, and summer breaks. The school is closed on UAE public holidays.

3. Age policy: new joiners will be fit to join the grade/year depending on the student's date of birth. There are defined age ranges by grade from Pre-KG through Grade 12, and placement is determined by the DOB. Admission is also based on seat availability and age considerations.

4. The school requires that all students undertake the Ministry of Education subjects, and Muslim students are further required to enroll for Islamic Studies and learn the Quran.

5. For inquiries from overseas, please fill in the online query form or call 0097165055021. The registration department assists with inquiries and registration procedures, and you can start the process by registering interest online via the provided button. Staff are available to help guide prospective families through required steps and timelines.

Scholarships
BEAM University Scholarship Program provides substantial financial support to help cover tuition fees at a designated university and includes a leadership development pathway within the BEAM network. Scholars are guaranteed employment within BEAM schools with a clearly defined career progression toward leadership roles, such as Head of Department, Vice Principal, and Principal. Selection criteria include consistent top academic performance, strong moral character, and proven leadership potential; shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview. Recipients must maintain high academic standards and uphold BEAM values to retain the scholarship benefits. For more information or to apply, contact info@beam.co.ae.
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