Admissions open for 2026–27 Dubai · United Arab Emirates
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How we teach

The Arcadian way of learning.

A rigorous British curriculum, enriched by programmes you won't find everywhere — wellbeing, entrepreneurship, the arts and beyond.

National Curriculum · England

Academic excellence,
delivered with heart.

From the Early Years Foundation Stage through to A Level, our pupils follow the National Curriculum for England — taught by specialist teachers and benchmarked against the best schools in the world.

But results are only half the story. Around the academic core we weave enrichment that builds character, confidence and a genuine love of learning.

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A journey, stage by stage

From first steps to final exams.

FS1 – FS2

Early Years

Play-based, joyful foundations where curiosity and confidence take root.

Year 1 – 6

Primary

Strong literacy and numeracy, paired with creativity and exploration.

Year 7 – 13

Secondary & Sixth Form

Academic rigour through GCSE and A Level, with guidance toward top universities.

Curriculum questions

Frequently asked questions

Pupils sit GCSEs at the end of Year 11 and A Levels at the end of Year 13, following the National Curriculum for England and recognised UK examination boards.
Core wellbeing and enrichment time is built into the school week for all pupils. Specialist academies — such as music and sport — can be chosen according to your child's interests.
Our University & Career Guidance team works with pupils from the early secondary years, supporting subject choices, applications and interviews for destinations in the UK, US and beyond.
Yes. In line with UAE requirements, Arabic and Islamic studies are part of our curriculum, taught by specialist teachers and tailored to first- and additional-language learners.

See our curriculum in action.

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