KNOWLEDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

• The school adopts a comprehensive American curriculum with integration of Emirati national curricula, ensuring a balance between international and local education.
• Provides a safe and stimulating learning environment, considering the different needs of each student and providing individual support.
• Focus on student character development: building self-confidence, independence, and the ability to think critically and solve problems.
• Diverse educational programs covering stages from kindergarten through high school with comprehensive scientific, linguistic, and artistic activities.
• Involving parents in the educational process, which strengthens the partnership between the school and family in child development.
• Application of strict health and safety standards, and continuous supervision of students inside and outside the school.
• Use of modern educational technologies and interactive tools to support learning and develop 21st-century skills.

Admission and Registration Requirements at Knowledge International School:

• Children applying for Pre-KG must be between three and four years old.
• Applicants for KG1 must have completed four years on or before August 31, and similarly, applicants for KG2 must have completed five years on or before August 31.

The registration process can be completed through three steps:

1. Complete the Initial Interview Form – through the form available on the school's website.
2. Admission Test – On Campus: For Grade 2 and above, students must take a 45-minute admission test in English, Mathematics, and Arabic to assess their academic level and knowledge. After completing the first step, an appointment will be scheduled for the admission exam. For applicants from Pre-KG to Grade 1, they will be called for an interview lasting approximately 30 minutes.
3. Submit Required Documents: After completing the second step, the school will contact you within 24 hours to inform you of the admission test results. Afterward, please submit the documents below to the registration officer, along with paying the application fee of 5% of the tuition fees (non-refundable).

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted upon admission:

• Passport-sized photographs.
• Copy of applicant's passport and residence page for non-citizens.
• Copy of father's passport and residence page for non-citizens.
• Copy of student's national ID.
• Copy of parents' national ID.
• Copy of student's birth certificate.
• Copy of student's vaccination card.
• Copy of complete family book (for citizens only).
• Copy of final academic certificate or most recent available report at the time of application.

Please note that according to ADEK regulations, no applicant is accepted without a UAE national ID. Also, please note that any certificates or documents issued from outside the UAE must be authenticated by official authorities such as the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the UAE Embassy in the issuing country.

Please contact the school directly to inquire about fee payment methods and available payment options.

Educational Programs by Stage at KIS

Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-KG) / Kindergarten (KG1 – KG2):

• The school adopts the American Early Years curriculum linked to California standards at this stage.
• Focus is on fundamentals such as language, motor skills, and hands-on inquiry activities to foster a love of learning.
• Additionally, curriculum subjects from the UAE curriculum are taught to Arab students: such as Arabic language, Islamic studies, and social education.

Elementary Stage (Grades 1-5):

• The core curriculum is an American curriculum based on California State Standards in English and Mathematics.
• In Science, it is taught according to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which encourages inquiry thinking and discovery.
• Teaching methods adopt personalized support and inquiry-based learning strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Co-curricular programs are integrated to support holistic development, such as after-school activities that encourage interaction with peers from diverse backgrounds.
• The school integrates with the American curriculum subjects from the UAE Ministry of Education such as Arabic, social studies, and Islamic studies.

Middle School:

• Students in middle school have a greater focus on student-driven inquiry and community work.
• They have specialized teachers for each subject: English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, Islamic Studies, UAE Social Studies, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Art, and Physical Education.
• Curricula integrate elements of UAE heritage: the Emirates' history, Islamic culture, and Emirati values across various subjects.
• For core subjects such as Arabic language, Islamic studies, and UAE social studies, the school follows the national curriculum of the Ministry of Education as part of the curriculum.

Yes, Knowledge International School is co-educational, where boys and girls study together in the same classes.

You can view complete details of tuition fees through the school's page on the Mdares platform at mdares.ai.

Knowledge International School focuses on activities according to the needs of its community and students: such as art, music, robotics, football, and reading competitions within the school, in addition to after-school activities inside and outside the school. Co-curricular activities are given great importance in its programs, as it believes that activities help highlight the student's inner identity and shape their personality through them.

The Quran recitation program is one of the annual goals at KIS, focusing on promoting respect for Islam and student identity within the school and society in general.

All students are encouraged to participate in joint activities that help them discover and use their talents, stimulating social development, collective leadership, and personal initiative. The co-curricular program is designed to complement the school's academic curricula and help students explore and expand their growing interests.

Exploring these options outside the classroom is key to a well-rounded life, providing opportunities to direct students' passion toward learning and giving them an appropriate platform to experience responsibility in teamwork. Through participation in these activities, students have opportunities to form genuine friendships. Activities and competitions also promote academic achievement, while sports activities challenge students to invest their time productively.

Talent Discovery Experiences at KIS

Knowledge International School is committed to developing the physical and artistic skills of its students. As part of its responsibility in preparing an educated generation of global citizens, it seeks to discover and develop educational talents in addition to physical and artistic skills among students. Therefore, the school plans to conduct trials to discover physical talents in football and basketball, and artistic trials in drawing during school hours.

The trials will include multiple tests aimed at discovering students with coordination skills that may qualify them to represent the school in sports teams in local and international championships. The trials are expected to be conducted during school hours and within the school premises under the supervision of a qualified team of professionals. Physical activity trials will include several drills and exercises to identify students with advanced coordination skills and the ability to work in teams. As for artistic skills, a committee headed by the Arts Department will evaluate students' work and their level of basic skills in drawing and artistic knowledge. The goal of these trials is to discover hidden talents among student develop an action plan to enhance and develop them using the latest advanced training methods.

The school applies the American curriculum. The American curriculum followed at Knowledge International School is based on high standards of achievement in all subjects. This comprehensive and balanced approach is enhanced by providing a wide range of co-curricular activities that equip students with the necessary skills for the 21st century.

The school is located in Aqad Al Mutawa'a, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Yes, the school provides safe transportation services relying on a fleet of air-conditioned buses under the supervision of specialized monitors.

• Modern classrooms
• Science laboratories
• Activity rooms
• Music room
• Computer lab
• Playground
• Library
• Sports fields
• Clean health facilities
• Medical clinic

The school ensures student safety through a set of approved procedures:

• Maintaining a clean and healthy school environment, including monitoring meals, vaccinations, and periodic classroom sanitization.
• All students are under direct supervision of teachers and school staff in classrooms, playgrounds, and activities.
• Allowing students to enter only through the school's official gates and accurately recording attendance and dismissal.
• Having a clear plan for dealing with fire and emergencies, and training students on proper behavior in emergency situations.
• All teachers and staff are qualified and trained to deal with children, including basic first aid.
• Designing classrooms and facilities to minimize risks and prevent any potential injuries during educational activities or play.