ABC Private School

Ambitious - Brave - Curious

About the School

ABC British Academy, Abu Dhabi, is a thriving and inclusive British international school offering high-quality education from FS1 to Year 13. Serving over 2,840 students from more than 30 nationalities, the school provides a welcoming and diverse environment where every learner is supported to achieve academic success and personal growth.

Curriculum and Academic Standards:The school follows the National Curriculum of England (2014) and the EYFS Development Matters Framework (2020). From Years 4 to 10, students undertake GL CAT4 and GL Progress Tests, ensuring progress is benchmarked against international standards. In the senior years, ABC offers a wide range of GCSE, IGCSE, AS, and A Level qualifications from Cambridge Assessment and Pearson Edexcel.

Inclusion and EAL Commitment:Inclusion is central to the school’s philosophy. The school is committed to ensuring that every learner — including those for whom English is an Additional Language (EAL) — thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. Specialist EAL provision, targeted interventions, and differentiated teaching ensure that language development and access to learning go hand-in-hand. The school also provides comprehensive support for Students of Determination, with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and inclusion strategies designed to meet a wide range of learning needs.

Facilities and Location:Situated in Al Shamkha, a growing residential community approximately one hour from Dubai, the school occupies a modern, purpose-built campus equipped with advanced teaching spaces, science and technology labs, performance studios, and sports facilities. The campus provides a stimulating and safe environment where learning is active, creative, and future-focused.

Quality and Continuous Improvement:ABC British Academy is rated “Good” by ADEK (2022) with many Very Good features. The school is on a clear improvement trajectory, underpinned by a robust school development plan and ongoing investment in teaching, learning, and facilities. The owners and leadership team are committed to achieving British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation within the next inspection cycle, ensuring alignment with the highest international standards and enabling participation in ECT statutory induction programmes.

A Community of Learners:Learners are encouraged to be Ambitious in their goals, Brave in their learning, and Curious about the world. ABC Private School values diversity, celebrates creativity, and nurtures each student’s unique potential — preparing young people to thrive in a rapidly changing global society.

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Why Work With Us

• Tax-free salary & benefits: Competitive, tax-free package with annual flight allowance and comprehensive medical insurance.

• Teacher accommodation: Quality, well-located housing (or allowance), with settling-in support to make your move seamless.

• Excellent support systems: Strong pastoral, safeguarding, and inclusion teams; dedicated EAL and SEND provision; efficient admin and IT services that let teachers focus on teaching.

• CPD & career progression: Structured professional learning pathway (coaching, accredited courses, in-house PLCs), mapped to career stages with opportunities for middle and senior leadership.

• Truly international staff team: Collegial culture with colleagues from the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Egypt, Jordan, Spain, Poland, India, and more — sharing best practice from diverse school systems.

• Experienced leadership: A seasoned, data-driven leadership team focused on evidence-based pedagogy, inclusion, and measurable student progress.

• Ambitious + Brave + Curious: A school ethos that values innovation, professional trust, and reflective practice — empowering teachers to trial, refine, and scale what works.

• World-class curriculum & pathways: National Curriculum for England (EYFS–Y13) with I/GCSEs, AS/A Levels, and expanding BTEC pathways to meet learner needs.

• Modern campus in Al Shamkha: Purpose-built facilities, specialist labs and studios, and strong sports provision in a safe, fast-growing community ~1 hour from Dubai.