Giving a helping hand to those looking for their child’s new school.
Reem Island is one of the most popular areas for expats moving to Abu Dhabi.
With a superb location that is close to the city centre, the natural beauty of Saadiyat Island and with top accommodation facilities, Reem Island is a very attractive option for families to call home.
And for parents it is a great place to live due to the abundance of schools in the area from nursery to school leavers.
Here is a guide to the schools on Reem Island.
Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi)
Having opened its doors in August this year, Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi) is the 83rd venture by leading premium international schools group Nord Anglia Education.
Located in one of the fastest-developing neighbourhoods in the UAE capital, NAS Abu Dhabi is Nord Anglia’s third school in the country, following The British International School Abu Dhabi and Nord Anglia International School Dubai.
The first ‘super premium’ school in the UAE, they offer UK curriculum and enrol students all the way from Early Years until graduation in Year 13. There will also be classes up to 25 A-levels for Years 12 and 13 to allow students real choice and depth of study. The campus is as modern and enhanced as it will be effective. With a capacity for 2,600 students, the school is to have an Early Years building, specialist classrooms, sports hall, competition swimming pool, and auditorium. And there’s so much more!
For more information, visit nordangliaeducation.com
REPTON SCHOOL ABU DHABI
With a tradition and heritage that dates back to 1557, this school on Reem Island has plenty of experience of educating the great minds of tomorrow, today. Based on Reem Island, Repton School Abu Dhabi is split into two campuses; Rose Campus for the Foundation School and Fry Campus for the Junior and Senior schools. Reptonians are educated in the founder, Sir John Port’s vision of leaving the world a better place and grow to be ambitious and forward-looking. Studying the English National Curriculum, students enjoy a bespoke target in all subjects, allowing them to improve at their own pace.
In terms of extra-curricular activities students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in new sports like swimming, karate, gymnastics, basketball, football and more thanks to a collaboration with external providers Neptunes and Gulf Star.
For more information visit reptonabudhabi.org
GEMS World Academy – Al Reem Campus
A new academic year means a new location for GEMS World Academy – Abu Dhabi. September 2022 will see the doors open to the 550 students currently enrolled. However, the International Baccalaureate primary school which educates from KG1 to Grade 5, will see close to 2,000 students attending thanks to the move.
In terms of facilities, students can expect this new school on Reem Island to feature activity rooms, science and discovery rooms, music rooms and practice studios, a stunning new library, a six-court multipurpose hall with full AC equipment, stage, indoor sports hall, football pitch and a 25m swimming pool.
For more information visit gemsworldacademy-abudhabi.com
NURSERY SCHOOLS ON REEM ISLAND
Redwood Montessori Nursery Abu Dhabi
Selecting your child’s first school is a hugely important decision for parents. The child’s experience of their nursery school will have an impact on their view of education so if they receive a positive and inspiring nursery education, it is likely they will be very keen learners later in the educational career.
The Redwood Montessori Nursery is famed throughout the UAE and with five campuses throughout Abu Dhabi, this school on Reem Island is the ideal place to start your child off on their school path as the curriculum revolves around the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of each child.
For more information visit theredwoodnursery.com
Hummingbird Nursery Abu Dhabi
Welcoming children as young as three months, Hummingbird Nursery Abu Dhabi is a Pre-School Learning Alliance institution on Reem Island. Offering the highest standard in teaching, care and delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum this nursery school on Reem Island likes to instill a life-long love of learning in every student.
For more information visit hummingbird.ae
Mosaic Nursery
Located in the Sun Tower on Reem Island, Mosaic Nursery has been providing care and education to toddlers, and pre-school aged children since it opened in 2013. Following the Creative Curriculum, pupils are encouraged to learn through doing with emphasis placed on exploring their surrounds and interacting with others.
For more information visit mosaicnursery.com
Playhouse Nursery
This nursery school on Reem Island states that respect and kindness are its top priority while children learn in a hands-on, child-centric, plant-based learning environment. Following the YEFS curriculum, Playhouse Nursery will nurture your child in the area of ‘Healthy bodies’, ‘The 5 Senses’ ‘How to make friends’ and more.
For more information visit playhouse-reem.business.site
SPORT SCHOOLS ON REEM ISLAND
Juventus Academy Abu Dhabi
Italy’s most successful football team takes to the Koora Sports pitch every Thursday and Saturday to help Abu Dhabi’s budding footballers to achieve their dreams and showcase their skills. With coaching sessions from under six to under 16, this sport school on Reem Island offers the perfect opportunity for kids to get off the couch and get active.
For more information visit academy.juventus.com
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