Curriculum

Shaping Future Leaders with a Comprehensive and Balanced Education

Curriculum statement

Al Mawakeb strives to offer a comprehensive, relevant, integrated, and balanced curriculum based on the Massachusetts State Standards and the UAE Ministry of Education. The Al Mawakeb curriculum is unique and reflects our vision, mission, and commitment to personal development and academic excellence.

The structure and content cater for the cultural and social sensitivities of the complex demographic population of our schools. It is a language-rich, student-centred, skills-driven and outcomes-focused curriculum intended to promote intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, innovation, independent thinking, and lifelong learning.

Curriculum rationale

Our curriculum is structured to integrate the school’s core values, the UAE curricula (Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, & Moral Education), as well as Islamic values and the UAE culture into the American curriculum.

Our Science, Mathematics, and English curricula are based on Massachusetts NGSS, Massachusetts CCSSM, and Massachusetts CCSSE, respectively, while other disciplines are aligned with other Massachusetts State Standards.

Through this approach, we aim to provide a framework that enables the school to serve its diverse and complex population while also embracing the UAE National Agenda.

Curriculum mapping ensures students develop competencies and skills through a broad range of subjects.

Information & Communications Technology (ICT) is embedded across all levels to build technology and media literacy.

AMSI and each school’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) monitor and improve curriculum design via research-based evaluations.

Our trilingual language program

Mastering English, Arabic, and French from the early years

Kindergarten

French is emphasised, while English is the main language of instruction. Arabic is introduced alongside.

All grades

Differentiated Arabic and French lessons. Social Studies and Islamic Education are taught in both English and Arabic.

Reading focus

Students participate in regular reading activities to build strong literacy habits

Curriculum across grade levels

Kindergarten (Pre-K – KG2)

Students are introduced to a trilingual program of English, Arabic, and French. They are immersed in all three languages across their learning environment.

Primary School (Gr 1 – 5)

Students begin developing independence in their work. From Grade 1, students may opt for Arabic B, French B, Social Studies in English, and Islamic Education in English. Parental consultation with the Head of Section is required.

Middle School (Gr 6 – 8)

Students build foundational skills in analysis, research, and responsibility. They take part in various international standardized exams (MAP, CAT4, PSAT, TIMSS).

High School (Gr 9 – 12)

Students follow a rigorous university-preparation program. They receive guidance for career and university options and are prepared for standardized tests (PSAT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS). A KHDA-certified diploma is awarded upon graduation.

Elective Courses & Academic Support

 

Electives

We offer a wide variety of elective courses designed to match students’ personal goals, interests, and creative pursuits—especially at the High School level.

Support Programs

Our flexible admissions policy supports gifted learners and those with special educational needs. We implement academic modifications and intervention strategies to ensure every student succeeds.

Beyond the classroom

Fostering holistic growth, innovation, and life skills

Innovation & Creativity
21st-Century skills
Public speaking
STEM Projects
Social responsibility
Entrepreneurship
Collaboration
Real-life application

Student Outcomes & Global Readiness

Our student-centered, interdisciplinary approach empowers students to achieve their full potential. Graduates of Al Mawakeb are accepted into top universities locally and globally.

Our students are fully prepared for standardized tests and diverse career paths.