One of the few not-for-profit schools in Dubai, ASD is able to focus on the quality of education over satisfying owners or shareholders, and all tuition and fees fund the cost of education...
The American School of Dubai has won the SchoolsCompared Top Schools Award for Overall Best School in the UAE 2021-22.
Every Student. Future Ready.
Established in 1966, The American School of Dubai is a not-for-profit, US curriculum, PreK-12 international community school helping students become future ready as Empathetic, Self-Aware, Resilient, Innovative, Communicators and Global Citizens.
ASD Stories
Nicky Daryani '96 has a long history with ASD. He was part of the graduating class of 1996, is a current ASD parent, and has recently been appointed the Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees. We asked him a few questions about his favorite memories and his advice for the upcoming graduates....
This is the first time ASD has established a program like this and it was new for all of us. We wanted to volunteer as we found it really intriguing, and we were also interested in the elements and protocols of this program. As we became more familiar with the details of the event, we were more at ease and prepared; after every meeting we attended, our fear slowly started to fade away...
Student-Centered Learning
ASD is committed to academic excellence; providing an international perspective and a
comprehensive education; and preparing every student to be future ready.
The PreK (3-year-old), K1 (4-year-old), and K2 (5-year-old) program at ASD is a Reggio-Emilia-inspired, flexible learning environment.
Flexible learning spaces in the Elementary School allow for an individualized learning experience where students begin to identify areas of interest.
The Middle School incorporates design thinking and inquiry-based learning to allow students to explore those individual interests further.
The High School elective and AP courses, online learning opportunities, and INSPIRE global trips allow students to dive deeper into their interests and prepare them for successful futures.
Why ASD?
We Are Not-For-Profit
We Pursue Our Passions
A focus on the whole child with countless opportunities for students to explore their passions in Athletics and the Arts...
We Have a Rich History
ASD was founded in 1966, before the formal establishment of the UAE, and prides itself on long- standing traditions and legacy alumni community...
We Are Global Citizens
ASD integrates sustainability goals and service-learning into the curriculum to develop students as global citizens...
Our Community
Students
"Every single person at ASD is respected for their individuality, and each individual is cultivated by a strong network of support to make their dreams come true."
Arav
Class of 2023
Faculty & Staff
"We are a student-focused, student-driven school and that's the most important thing—what's best for the kids."
Katherine Mulry
Elementary School Librarian
Parents
"At every step of the way, ASD is genuinely charting a path for our kids to be successful."
Barbara Knight
Parent
ASD By The Numbers
2030
Students
25
AP Courses Offered
30+
Global Experiential Trips
80+
Nationalities
40+
Student Organizations
53
Athletics Teams
Celebrating Our Success
Awards for academic achievement, workplace environment, and sustainability initiatives...
