On Saturday 14th March six BIS Abu Dhabi students went to Dubai College to compete in the ‘Middle East History Bee and Bowl’ competition, a history quiz version of a spelling bee. There were a number of International schools also competing from across the UAE.
Our students did very well in the bowl (team competition) competing against teams made up of mostly sixth formers, and even beating one school in a match involving two of our Year 7 students against Year 12! The students became more confident with the ‘toss-up’ buzzer question format as the tournament went on.
Our students were knocked out in the play offs by GEMS Dubai who had an advantage with many of the questions relating to US history.
In the individual competition the students also did well, with Jacob Kenning being particularly successful, finishing in the top 5. In fact he has now qualified for the ‘Asian championships’ in Thailand taking place in June. We hope Jacob will be able to go and represent BIS Abu Dhabi and possibly go onto the final ‘International History Olympiad’ in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA in July.
The students involved were:
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On 22nd May, BIS Abu Dhabi proudly celebrated the graduation of our incredible Class of 2025. This special event brought together students, families, and staff to celebrate a milestone that was years in the making, one filled with dedication, friendships, and unforgettable memories.
The school auditorium was filled with pride and excitement as the ceremony unfolded. Read on to relive the highlights of this special day.
At BIS Abu Dhabi, we believe that when families and schools team up, incredible things happen. We’re proud to have won the Parent Partnership category at both the ADEK Awards 2024/25 and the MENA School Excellence Awards 2025, but this award is about more than just recognition. It’s about the people, the conversations, and the community that make it all possible.
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