Award-winning Parent Power: How BIS Abu Dhabi is Doing Things Differently

When the Amundson family switched schools in Abu Dhabi, they weren’t just looking for better academics. They were looking for something more personal. A place where teachers noticed when a child needed extra help. A school where progress meant more than just grades.

That’s what they found at The British International School Abu Dhabi. Discover how BIS Abu Dhabi transformed their children's learning journey, and why other families are saying the same.

Meet Izzat, a proud Class of 2025 IB Diploma graduate from BIS Abu Dhabi, earning an outstanding 41 points and heading to the University of Edinburgh to study Applied Mathematics. With a passion for problem-solving and a love for maths developed during his time at BIS Abu Dhabi, Izzat is set to thrive at one of the world’s top institutions for informatics.

Read on to discover the experiences that shaped his journey, and what’s next as he takes on this thrilling new chapter in Edinburgh.

We’re celebrating Isabelle, one of our Class of 2025 BTEC graduates, who’s grown into a confident, creative and people-focused learner during her time at BIS Abu Dhabi.

Read on to discover how her experiences shaped her passion for marketing and what's next on her journey.

We’re proud to share that students at The British International School Abu Dhabi are celebrating another year of outstanding success in the IB Diploma Programme, as well as a landmark achievement with our first ever BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma results for the 2024/25 academic year.

Read on to discover how our students excelled in both academic and vocational pathways, and what exciting opportunities lie ahead.

Our commitment to personalised learning doesn’t stop with our students, it extends to our teachers too. Just as we strive to nurture each child’s learning journey by recognising individual needs and strengths, we believe the same philosophy should guide how we support the professional growth of our staff. 

This article explores how professional development, collaboration, and a culture of support drive excellence in teaching at BIS Abu Dhabi.

As we draw this academic year to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on what has been a truly remarkable journey for The British International School Abu Dhabi. This year has been defined by so much more than achievement, it has been a year of resilience, creativity, compassion, and bold ambition.

Read on to discover the unforgettable highlights, proud achievements, and inspiring moments that made this year at BIS Abu Dhabi truly remarkable.

At BIS Abu Dhabi, curiosity isn’t bound to the classroom, it’s a mindset we nurture year-round. With Curious as our Term 3 ambition, we’re excited to carry this focus into Term 1 next year. Curiosity sparks exploration, strengthens connections, and drives metacognitive awareness; helping children understand how they think when they are curious. 

Discover simple thinking routines and summer activities that help children stay curious, reflect on their thinking, and start the new term inspired.