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Inspiring Global Citizens

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Personalizing Learning

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Empowering Students to Shape the Future

A Lifelong Commitment to Learning

Guided by our mission, vision and core values, we aim to cultivate the whole student at every grade level, fostering joy and excellence in academics, the arts, athletics and service learning.  

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Since 1972

The American Community School of Abu Dhabi is a nonprofit American standards-based curriculum school serving approximately 1,315 students in KG1 through Grade 12 who represent more than 80 countries. Led by our mission, vision and core values, we deliver excellence in our four pillars: Academics, the Arts, Athletics and Service Learning.

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Same Us, New Space

After 50 years on the Al Bateen campus, ACS has relocated to a state-of-the-art campus on Saadiyat Island. The relocation, marking a significant milestone in our journey, heralds a brighter educational future at ACS.

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What Differentiates Us?

Our community of learners feel a sense of belonging, are able to ask and answer meaningful questions and know the value of being lifelong learners.  We focus on the whole child and empower our students to shape the future.

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Personalize Learning

We offer both IB Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement courses. 

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Inspire Global Citizens

Starting from the earliest ages, our students grow to become committed and connected global citizens. 

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Deliver Excellence

ACS leads with an innovative curriculum that promotes creativity and self-expression.  

 

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Grow community

Community is at the heart of who we are.  The ACS PTA fosters a culture of inclusion, support and fun.

Academics

ACS Teachers 2021

Elementary SCHOOL

KG1 - Grade 5

Middle School

Middle School

Grades 6 - 8

High school

High School

Grades 9 - 12

At a Glance

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87
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of students accepted to at least one of their top 3 college choices
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9:1
Student to faculty ratio
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10
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Student service hours annually
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67
%
teachers with advanced degrees
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10
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years of overall teaching experience
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1972
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100
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academic programs (IB/AP)