Empowering Every Student to Achieve Their Potential
At NAIS, we pride ourselves on being a truly inclusive school. Our vision is to create a caring and supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential, become lifelong learners, and responsible global citizens, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.
I Inclusive Education
We embrace children with diverse learning preferences, including students of determination, those with additional learning needs, and gifted and talented students. Our dedicated staff is committed to educating all students in a common learning environment, providing rich educational and social experiences. Every student benefits from high-quality, differentiated teaching, enriched by continuous evaluation to guide future interventions. At NAIS, diversity is celebrated as a strength, and respectful relationships are continually nurtured. Every student feels valued for their contributions and experiences social, emotional, and academic success in our highly supportive community.
N Our Motto
“Diversity is a Fact; Inclusion is an Act”
We believe that inclusive education is not just a project or initiative. It is the progressive development of attitudes, behaviors, systems, and beliefs that enable inclusive education to become a norm that underpins our school culture and is reflected in the everyday life of our school community.
C Legislation and Framework
NAIS adheres to the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework (2017 & 2019) and incorporates best practices in line with legislation such as:
· UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Optional Protocol
· Federal Law No. (29) of 2006 concerning the Rights of People of Determination
· Law No. (2) of 2014 concerning the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in the Emirate of Dubai
· Executive Council Resolution No. (2) of 2017 Regulating Private Schools in the Emirate of Dubai
· General Rules for the Provision of Special Education Programs and Services (Public & Private Schools
L Delivery of Learning
Our commitment to high-quality recruitment and continuous professional development ensures that our teachers provide differentiated learning opportunities for all students. This approach ensures that all students have full access to the school curriculum and that barriers to learning are removed. NAIS inclusion students actively participate in all school social activities and represent the school in art exhibitions. Gifted and talented students enjoy participating in national and international competitions.
U Parent Involvement
We consider parents vital to the progress of our students. Continuous communication and partnership between the school and parents are key to removing social barriers. We have an open-door policy and encourage parents to work collaboratively with the school community and the Inclusion Team.
S Inclusion Team
Our Inclusion Team, comprising the Principal, Vice Principals, Head of Inclusion, Inclusion Governor, Special Education Teachers, and a team of highly-trained learning support assistants, ensures that all students receive high-quality teaching and learning support. The team collaborates with external agencies to provide equitable opportunities for all students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
I Admission
NAIS welcomes all students, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds, to join our caring and inspiring learning environment. Admission is not conditional on the submission of a medical diagnosis, and we have effective transition processes in place for all children. Sharing educational history during the admission process is essential to ensure appropriate assessment, educational planning, and resourcing.
O The STARS Life Skills Program
Our special program for students of determination enriches their life skills and prepares them for the modified diploma. Students study functional math, language, foundational science and technology, self-help skills, safety rules, money management, basic business skills, social and communication manners, and executive functioning.
N Join us at NAIS, where every student is valued, and diversity is celebrated!
For more details, check the NAIS Inclusion Policy (link)
If you are the parent of a student with any additional needs, or who may be having barriers to learning please do contact the Head of Inclusion directly. Contact details are below:
Noha Shaaban
Head of Inclusion
[email protected] Phone: +97142884844 Ext. 431