Al Salam School began as a nursery in 1985 and three years later, Al Salam Private School was established.  The location of the school changed as it grew and larger sites were used to accommodate the growing numbers.  Al Salam operated in the historic communities of Dubai, Al Rigga, to Al Muteena and later Hor Al Anz through to its current site in Al Nahda 2.

The current site is built on 3 floors and is innovative in its use of its space given the challenges of being located in such an historic and well-developed area of Dubai.  Set in 17,000m², facilities include a new multi-purpose gym and a rooftop playground akin to the high standards of other urban school settings in other international cities such as New York.

The school is comprised of an international body of highly qualified and experienced staff and enjoys a community of students from around the world. We are dedicated to the positive growth of all our students- intellectually, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Al Salam School follows the English National Curriculum in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).  Thereafter it provides the Cambridge International Curriculum (CIPP and CIE) adapted where possible to better suit the learning environment that is unique to the U.A.E. Our curriculum is designed to be age-appropriate and meet the developmental stages of the students. We expect our students to do their best within their capabilities.

For nearly ten years, Al Salam Private School has been an approved and accredited IGCSE and IAS/IAL School.  Our curriculum takes into account various types of education and learning styles. The goal of our curriculum is to encourage students to be empathetic, responsible and capable of critical thinking, analytical thought and independent reasoning.

Regular internal and external (international) benchmarking and checkpoint assessments ensure every child makes progress and early intervention is provided as well as challenge for all students.

All statutory requirements are met with the Ministry of Education in ensuring a broad and balanced curriculum both in the classroom and beyond.  Al Salam promotes digital literacy with a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy along with facilities such as science laboratories, computer laboratories, and music and art rooms to provide a wider aesthetic understanding for each student.

Extracurricular activities and clubs such as Karate, Ballet, Table tennis, Chess, Drama, Music, Art, Gymnastics, Football, etc. are held after school.  In addition, support is provided with a highly effective SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Department and exceptional pastoral care to provide a safe climate for learning.  Al Salam has qualified school counsellors and healthcare personnel on site as well.

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