American School of Creative Science - Nad Al Sheba
About
Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Nad Al Sheba 2, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
15 ProgrammesPre-Primary
1 year / Pre-K
Pre-Primary programme for ages 3-4. Introduction to structured learning through play-based activities, early literacy, numeracy, and social development.
KG 1
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 1 for ages 4-5. Foundational learning through the US Common Core framework with emphasis on communication, motor skills, and early academics.
KG 2
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 2 for ages 5-6. Preparing students for the transition to elementary school with structured literacy, mathematics, and science exploration.
Grade 1
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 1 for ages 6-7. California Common Core curriculum covering English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science (NGSS), Arabic, and Islamic Studies.
Grade 2
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 2 for ages 7-8. Building foundational academic skills with cross-curricular thematic instruction and integrated technology.
Grade 3
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 3 for ages 8-9. Deepening subject knowledge with emphasis on critical thinking and collaborative learning.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Primary | Pre-K | 3-4 | 35,822 | - |
| KG 1 | KG | 4-5 | 35,822 | - |
| KG 2 | KG | 5-6 | 35,822 | - |
| Grade 1 | Elementary | 6-7 | 42,475 | - |
| Grade 2 | Elementary | 7-8 | 42,475 | - |
| Grade 3 | Elementary | 8-9 | 42,475 | - |
| Grade 4 | Elementary | 9-10 | 49,640 | - |
| Grade 5 | Elementary | 10-11 | 49,640 | - |
| Grade 6 | Middle | 11-12 | 59,875 | - |
| Grade 7 | Middle | 12-13 | 59,875 | - |
| Grade 8 | Middle | 13-14 | 59,875 | - |
| Grade 9 | High | 14-15 | 59,875 | - |
| Grade 10 | High | 15-16 | 66,528 | - |
| Grade 11 | High | 16-17 | 66,528 | - |
| Grade 12 | High | 17-18 | 72,669 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — February 2024
Curriculum
Early childhood education following the US Common Core framework adapted for the UAE context. Play-based learning with a focus on communication, early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. Introduction to Arabic language, Islamic Studies, and Quran recitation.
Teaching Approach
Play-based, child-centred learning with gradual transition to structured instruction. BYOD programme begins in KG with supervised iPad use.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
US California Common Core Curriculum with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Thematic, cross-departmental instruction designed to transfer knowledge between subjects. Gender-separate classes from Grade 4. Students use iPads through the BYOD programme.
Teaching Approach
Thematic cross-curricular instruction. BYOD iPads from Grade 1. Average class size of 20 with 1:10 teacher-student ratio.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Subject specialisation begins with departmentalised teaching. Students engage in deeper exploration of core subjects with dedicated science laboratories and technology integration. Innovation kitchen lab provides hands-on STEM learning experiences.
Teaching Approach
Departmentalised subject teaching. Innovation kitchen lab for hands-on STEM. Gender-separate classes.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Shared campus in Nad Al Sheba 2, co-located with the International School of Creative Science (ISCS) under separate leadership. The site is close to Repton School Dubai and GEMS Modern Academy. Originally opened in Al Barsha in 2016, the school relocated to this campus in July 2020.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Specialist science labs for hands-on experiments and practical investigations.
Innovation Kitchen Lab
Dedicated kitchen lab for hands-on STEM learning and cross-curricular projects.
ICT Rooms
Fully equipped computer labs with latest technology, interactive whiteboards, and digital projectors.
Library & Learning Resource Centre
Multimedia-equipped learning resource centre for independent study and collaborative research.
Activity Rooms
Multi-purpose activity rooms for clubs, group work, and enrichment programmes.
Classrooms with Smart Boards
All classrooms equipped with digital interactive smart boards, digital projectors, and visualisers.
Sports & Recreation
Indoor Swimming Pool
Year-round indoor swimming pool for PE lessons and competitive swimming.
Gymnasium
Indoor gymnasium for PE, basketball, volleyball, and fitness activities.
Multi-Purpose Hall
Large multi-purpose hall for sports events, assemblies, and school gatherings.
Outdoor Playgrounds
Safe outdoor play areas with specialised flooring for various games and sports.
Indoor Playgrounds
Indoor play areas for younger students with age-appropriate equipment.
Student Services
Canteen
Well-equipped canteen offering a wide variety of nutritious food and beverages, promoting healthy eating habits.
Medical Clinic
On-site medical care facility staffed for student health and wellbeing.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Predominantly Egyptian teachers. Female staff from USA, UK, and Australia.
Senior Leadership
Salah A. Bukhatir
Founder & Chairman (BEAM Education)
Founder of BEAM Education, the parent organisation operating ASCS schools across the UAE and Bahrain.
Shadi Hassan
General Manager (BEAM Education)
General Manager overseeing BEAM Education schools network operations.
Sara Hollis
Principal
Holds a Psychology Bachelor's from Dalhousie University, Canada, and a Master's in Education from the University of Nottingham, UK. Previously served as Vice Principal before being appointed Principal.