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BIS Abu Dhabi would like to invite current and prospective parents to our IB Workshop on Wednesday 19th April 2017 (evening session) 6pm - 7pm and Thursday 20th April 2017 (morning session) 9am - 10am.

At BIS Abu Dhabi we like to focus not only on what children are learning, but also on how they are learning. This term we have introduced learning dinosaurs ‘The Achievosaurs’ in our Early Years classes, which are based on the characteristics of effective learning from the EYFS framework.

BIS Abu Dhabi are thrilled to be welcoming two Juilliard Alumni artists, Abby Gerdts (an actress) and Dr. Benal Tanrısever Simsek (a pianist), to the school on Monday 6th March.

We are extremely proud to be hosting the BSME U11 Games at BIS Abu Dhabi on the 2nd – 4th March 2017 and would love to share this fun-packed weekend with you and the family.

We are delighted to announce that as part of Nord Anglia’s innovative collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), four BIS Abu Dhabi students have been selected to travel to MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts USA, to participate in the MIT - Nord Anglia STEAM Festival. The Festival is a week-long programme which provides unique learning opportunities specifically for our students at one of the world’s leading educational institutions.

Calling all BIS artists… welcome to this year’s visual arts competition! Students at BIS Abu Dhabi, along with the Nord Anglia Education network of schools, have been invited to take part in creating art inspired by one of the winning Creative Writing Competition entries. Selected artworks will be published in the Creative Writing & Visual Arts Anthology 2016-17.

As a school with an international reputation, plus part of Nord Anglia Education, we are able to attract some highly experienced and talented teachers to join our team. In addition to this, it is then crucial that the ongoing professional development of our teachers is of the highest standard. Our teachers then continue to learn as part of BIS Abu Dhabi, remain at BIS Abu Dhabi and can offer more to their classes for many years to come.

Preparations are well under way for this year’s National Day Family picnic which promises to be another exciting whole school family event. BIS Abu Dhabi families are invited to attend the picnic which will be held between 12.00pm – 4.00pm on Thursday 24th November 2016.

BIS Abu Dhabi students take on the challenge!

We look forward to welcoming new families starting at The British International School Abu Dhabi in Term 2. Prepare yourself and your child for the first day of school at by downloading the welcome book for new families.

As an international student, it’s essential that my path to further education opens up a global passport for my future. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme that I’m studying at The British International School Abu Dhabi ticks all of the boxes for me; it is recognised internationally giving me the freedom to choose where in the world I would like to continue my studies.

Another fantastic Bis Got Talent show took place today with students throughout Year 1 to Year 13 getting involved in the festivities.

We are very pleased to share the news that after the recent ADEC inspection, our school has been judged as a Band A, 'Very Good', High Performing School.

The British International School Abu Dhabi is hosting an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Information Evening at 6pm on Sunday 31st January 2016. Parents and students are invited to attend, including current BIS Abu Dhabi families as well as those looking to join the school for the IB Course in Year 12 and 13.

As part of providing in-school adult learning opportunities for parents we are pleased to announce that English Language lessons will be offered in Term 2. The lessons will be delivered by an external teacher, David Warr, who has over 20 years experience in English language teaching.

Year 10 and 11 students taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award completed their practice journey on the weekend, successfully trekking 12 km across desert in over 35 degree heat to make their way to camp.

Today the students, staff and visitors of The British International School were proud to celebrate UAE Flag Day.

As part of the FS1 first term focus on Incy Wincy Spider and Wheels on the Bus, FS1 celebrated with a whole year group ‘Nursery Rhyme Day!’

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month at BIS and the PTA and student community have organised important initiatives to raise awareness and funds.

As announced last week we are very pleased to launch in-school classes for parents commencing next week. These weekly adult learning opportunities will allow BIS to be a place of learning enjoyment for everyone, not only students.