Vision
We strive to be among the world-wide progressive leaders in private education. Our main aim is to empower and inspire students to become respectful productive and patriotic citizens, collaborative and innovative with high ethical and moral values, proud ambassadors of their own cultures, and equipped with the 21st century competencies.
Mission
At Al Durrah International School, our students come first. In partnership with their families, we provide a pleasant and nurturing environment where they can excel. We empower them to experience success in learning, personal growth and achievement in life.
GOALS
We are committed to high expectations and to work hand in hand with our students’ parents to prepare them for success in a globally competitive community by providing the highest, up-to-date quality education within a safe and respectful environment.
We provide a rigorous American standards-based academic program through which our effective and caring educators lead our students to develop positive attitudes, healthy bodies and creative minds. We inspire them to become innovative critical thinkers, wise researchers, and responsible lifelong learners.
We challenge them to develop academic and intellectual independence in order to achieve their full potential. We equip them with all needed 21st century competencies and literacies to be successful and distinguished in their higher education and future career. We strive to maintain a positive environment based on respect for all, patience, truthfulness and humility. This safe atmosphere creates a sense of belonging, improves self-confidence, develops leadership qualities, enhances resilience and eagerness to excel and improve. We are committed to inspire all our staff to continuously strive to develop their knowledge and capabilities through seminars, training and practical workshops.
A MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNING BOARD CHAIR
On behalf of the ADIS Governing Board, I am honored to welcome you all. I take this opportunity to assure you that we as a GB, the Principal and every staff member in the school will not spare any effort to support and assist each one of you to be productive and high achieving members of the Al Durrah International School community.
We also will do our best to provide you with all resources needed to help you meet your ambitions as active citizens in this emerging world community.
Wishing you all and our school the best,
Sheikh Mohamad Bin Abdallah Al-Qasimi
Governing Board Chair
Principal’s Message
Dear Parents, Students, and Guardians,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Al Durrah International School, a place where every child is valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their very best. As Principal, I am proud to be part of a vibrant learning community where dedicated educators and enthusiastic students come together with a shared vision for excellence.
At ADIS, we believe that education goes far beyond academics. Our mission is to nurture confident, compassionate, and resilient learners who are equipped with the skills to succeed in life and contribute positively to society. Through a balanced focus on academics, leadership, creativity, and social-emotional growth, we strive to shape well-rounded individuals who are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our staff are deeply committed to creating an engaging and supportive environment for all students. We encourage inquiry, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring that every learner develops both the knowledge and the critical thinking skills needed for lifelong success.
We also take great pride in building strong partnerships with leading universities and consultant institutions both in the UAE and internationally. These collaborations open doors for our students, providing them with valuable exposure, opportunities for growth, and pathways to future academic and career success.
As a community, we value our strong partnership with parents and families. Together, we play a vital role in guiding our children toward excellence while instilling in them the core ADIS values of Respect, Responsibility, Global Citizenship, Empowerment, and a Love for Learning.
I look forward to an inspiring school year filled with meaningful achievements and memorable experiences for all of our students. With your continued support, we will ensure that ADIS remains a place where dreams are nurtured, talents are celebrated, and potential is realized.
Warm regards,
Samar Abu Marasa
School Principal
Al Durrah International School