Cambridge International School, Dubai

Cambridge International School, Dubai
Location
Al Garhoud
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Information
School type Independent school
Founded 1983
Authority KHDA
Principal Lachlan Mackinnon[1]
Grades FS1 - Year 13
Gender Co-Educational
Enrolment 2500
Average class size 30
Education system British National Curriculum
School fees 16,400 - 22,300
Website http://www.gemscis-dubai.com

Cambridge International School is an international, private school located in Al Garhoud, Dubai, UAE. The school is managed by the GEMS Education group. Cambridge International School follows the British National Curriculum, offering the elementary school courses for students from FS1 up to Year 6, the middle school programme leading up to the IGCSE programme for students from Year 7 to Year 11, and the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and A2 level programmes for students in Year 12 and Year 13.[2] As of January 2018, the school has more than 2500 students from more than 65 nationalities enrolled.[1]

The principal is Lachlan MacKinnon, who succeeded Craig Lamshed in 2017.[3]

Campus

Cambridge International School is split into two sections, one housing the primary school and the other the secondary and senior school. The campus contains a covered swimming pool, cricket nets and playing fields, as well as indoor sports facilities. A kindergarten playing area is also present. Other school facilities include library, art and music studios, and a football pitch.[4][5]

Curriculum

The school follows the National British Curriculum, offering education from FS1 to Year 13.[6]

FS1 to Year 6 students (Foundation and Key Stages 1 and 2) will take part in the elementary school program, learning a general set of subjects.

Year 7 to Year 9 students (Key Stage 3) will continue studying a general set of subjects, preparing them for the IGCSE course.

Year 10 and 11 students (Key Stage 4) will take part in the IGCSE programme, where subjects have to be chosen, in preparation for the A level and BTEC qualifications.[7]

Year 12 and 13 students (Key Stage 5) will take part in either the A levels (AS and A2) programme, or the BTEC Extended level 3 courses offered.[4]

Extracurricular activities

General activities

As of December 2016, the general activities offered include visual arts, drama and dance, as well as other activities such as rafting, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, canoeing and diving.[8]

Duke of Edinburgh International Award

The International Award (sometimes known as the Duke of Edinburgh award) is an international youth awards programme, founded in the UK. As of December 2016, schools from over 144 countries are participating. The award recognizes adolescents and young adults for completing a series of self-improvement exercises, aimed at bringing together practical experiences and life skills in order to equip those who participate in it. The Cambridge International School allows all students from 14 years of age to take part in the 3 progressive levels of the award (Bronze, Silver and Gold).[9]

Sports

As of December 2016, the sports offered at Cambridge International School include swimming, hockey, basketball, cricket, badminton, football, netball, athletics, rugby and rounders.[10]

KHDA Inspection Report

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is an educational quality assurance authority based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It undertakes early learning, school and higher learning institution management and rates them, based on the performance of both the teachers and the students.[11]

Below is a summary of the inspection ratings for Cambridge International School.[12]

School Name 2015-2016 2014-2015 2013-2014 2012-2013 2011-20122010-20112009-20102008-2009Curriculum
Cambridge International School Good Good Good Good GoodGoodGoodAcceptableUK

References

  1. 1 2 "Welcome message from the principal". Cambridge International School, Dubai. Retrieved 2018-01-08.
  2. ↑ "Cambridge International School (CIS)". www.gemseducation.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  3. ↑ Navdar, Parinaaz (6 July 2017). "GEMS Education appoints new principals". Education Journal Me.com. ITP.
  4. 1 2 "Cambridge International School, Dubai". Which School Advisor UAE. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  5. ↑ "Facilities | Cambridge International School - Dubai". www.gemscis-dubai.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  6. ↑ FAQs, Dubai. "Cambridge International School Dubai". www.dubaifaqs.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  7. ↑ "Curriculum | Cambridge International School - Dubai". www.gemscis-dubai.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  8. ↑ "Cambridge International School - British School in Dubai | Schools in Dubai". www.dubaiexpat.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  9. ↑ "The Duke of Edinburgh International Award | Cambridge International School - Dubai". www.gemscis-dubai.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  10. ↑ "Extra Curricular | Cambridge International School - Dubai". www.gemscis-dubai.com. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  11. ↑ JKCS. "Home | Knowledge and Human Development Authority". www.khda.gov.ae. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  12. ↑ "Cambridge International School Inspection Report 2015-2016". www.khda.gov.ae. Retrieved December 21, 2016.

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Coordinates: 25°14′09″N 55°21′02″E / 25.2359°N 55.3506°E / 25.2359; 55.3506


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