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Al Nahda National School for Girls
TISS Gold Tier School
Located in Abu Dhabi's Mushrif area, Al Nahda National School for Girls—often referenced under the broader Al Nahda National Schools umbrella—offers a coeducational education rooted in Islamic values for students from the early years through to senior school. The institution stands out for its dual British and American curricular offerings, providing parents exceptional academic flexibility through pathways including the IPC, IMYC, IGCSE, AS and A Levels, as well as Advanced Placement (AP) courses. This diverse curriculum framework allows families to tailor their child's academic journey toward either UK or US university admissions while remaining fully integrated within the UAE national education system.
What teachers and parents say
Positives
- Dual curriculum options and academic structure, giving students the flexibility to pursue British (IGCSE/A-Level) or American tracks with solid exam preparation.
- Supportive staff environment and professional growth, with teachers noting strong colleague camaraderie, structured planning, and helpful internal training.
- Affordable tuition rates relative to other accredited international private schools operating in central Abu Dhabi.
Negatives
- High student-to-teacher ratio and large class sizes, which parents and staff note can hinder individualized attention and complicate classroom management.
- Heavy staff workload and sluggish administration, with teachers citing demanding duties and parents noting poor responsiveness to concerns.
- Address
- Airport Road Street #21 Mushrif AreaAbu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates
- Website
- http://www.nahdaschools.com/
- [email protected]
- Phone
- United Arab Emirates (+971) 4477600
- System
- British, American, International Curriculum
- National education system
- United Arab Emirates
- Curriculum
- A Level, AP, AS Level, IGCSE, IMYC, IPC
- Levels
- Early years, Primary, Middle school, Senior school
- Enrollment
- 3,796
- Students
- Coeducational
- Religious affiliation
- Islamic
