The American curriculum starts from age 4 (Kindergarten) through to grade 12 (age 17 or 18 years). As with the National Curriculum of England, the English language is at the heart of learning and ensures all students are fluent.
Unlike English schools, there is no 'American Curriculum' - each state or district in the US sets its own education standards. Many schools will be linked with specific regional accreditation bodies such as the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools so check which one your school of interest is connected with. The result of there being no single curriculum is that many American style schools focus on core values taken from the American system and have a lot of flexibility in how the education is delivered. Good reasons to make sure you read real reviews from real parents.
In High School, students work towards a High School Diploma. Often this can be in combination with other curricula such as the International Baccalaureate and student earn credits across their education. Another difference from English schools, students often keep a broad range of subjects across the entire High School.
American Schools in Dubai
Where Dubai American schools are distributed (view our Dubai American school directory to see a live map):
Best American Schools in Dubai - Rankings
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