So we reach the end of yet another busy and successful year at the British International School Abu Dhabi. It is a time for reflection and celebration as students, parents and teachers get to relive the achievements of the year. We started the year back in September 2018… the time seems to have flown by yet so much seems to have happened!
Over the past few weeks we have had the IB Graduation, Awards Assemblies, Sports Awards evening, Primary Showcases and so much more. One highlight was the Year 6 Celebration Assembly which was led by the students and looked back on their accomplishments of the year as well as looking ahead to the exciting opportunities in Secondary.
The overwhelming impression of all these events is two-fold. Firstly, the quality of the students’ learning and their success in so many events tells us how highly they are performing. Secondly, we see smiles on their faces and enjoyment in what they are experiencing at school. The feedback from so many parents and teachers tells us of the pride everyone has in what these students are achieving; they are happy, successful young people.
Being part of a school is such a privilege and for all our efforts we are rewarded a hundred times over by what the students accomplish and the way they participate fully in every opportunity on offer to them. From the young ones who have learnt to read this year to the senior students who have gained highly-ranked University places, all students are demonstrating the aspirations and qualities we wish to see, plus they seem to exceed our expectations every time!
With thoughts of success, happiness and exciting futures ahead, can I please extend my thanks to every student and every family that has played such a key role in what has been a great year. I wish you all a wonderful summer break and we look forward to seeing you back again raring to go for next term.
Patrick Horne, Principal
The British International School Abu Dhabi, part of the Nord Anglia Education family, is proud to announce that three students have been selected to attend this year’s 2025 Nord Anglia Student Summit in Houston, Texas, a transformative leadership event focused on global citizenship, sustainability, and student-led innovation.
Read on to discover how these young changemakers will collaborate with peers worldwide to drive meaningful impact.
Celebrating Our Shared Success: A Year of Partnership and Recognition
As we approach the end of a vibrant academic year filled with events, achievements, and memorable moments, I am delighted to share some fantastic news with you all. Our school has been honoured with not one, but two prestigious awards in recognition of our commitment to parent engagement: the MENA Parent Partnership Award and the ADEK Best Parent Engagement Award.
Read on to discover how these awards celebrate our collaborative culture, highlight parent-school partnerships, and support meaningful improvements for our students.
Our facilities provide the backdrop to – and inspiration behind – many of our students’ greatest achievements.
From our Creative Technology Zone and 524-seat auditorium to the Team Falcon Sports Academy, every space is designed to enrich learning and unlock endless possibilities.
Curious about what’s coming next? Discover how our latest campus developments will take student learning and parent connection to the next level.
It’s something I’ve believed for a long time — that learning isn’t predetermined by our genes. It’s about growing, persevering, and learning through the process. I was really mindful of this idea at this week’s wonderful Primary Summer Concert, after which I found myself reflecting on whether these amazing children have an innate talent, or whether they have achieved so much because of hard work and practice.
I believe it’s the latter. These children, their parents, and their teachers all seem to share the belief that by trying and working hard, they will get better at what they do. This is what we call a growth mindset.
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