About The British International School Abu Dhabi
The British International School Abu Dhabi (BIS Abu Dhabi) opened in 2009 in Zayed City, becoming part of the Nord Anglia Education family of schools, which now operates in 29 countries worldwide. Located behind Abu Dhabi University on a 25,734-square-metre purpose-built campus, the school has grown into one of Abu Dhabi's leading co-educational international schools.
BIS Abu Dhabi delivers the English National Curriculum from Foundation Stage through Year 11, including Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs, before students choose between the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or the BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Years 12 and 13. The school serves around 2,200 students representing 97 nationalities, with class sizes capped at 20 in Foundation Stage and up to 24 in Primary and Secondary.
As part of Nord Anglia Education, BIS Abu Dhabi offers exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School, UNICEF, and MIT, alongside close to 200 co-curricular activities. The school achieved an average IBDP score of 34.1 in 2025 and an average BTEC score of D*DD, and has been rated "Outstanding" by ADEK in its most recent inspection cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did BIS Abu Dhabi open?
The British International School Abu Dhabi opened in 2009.
What curriculum does BIS Abu Dhabi follow?
It follows the English National Curriculum through Year 11, then the IB Diploma Programme or BTEC in Years 12-13.
Is BIS Abu Dhabi part of a larger school network?
Yes, it is part of Nord Anglia Education, which operates schools in 29 countries.
What is BIS Abu Dhabi's inspection rating?
BIS Abu Dhabi has been rated "Outstanding" by ADEK in its most recent inspection cycles.
Does BIS Abu Dhabi have notable partnerships?
Yes, it has exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School, UNICEF, and MIT.
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