ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) launched the ADNOC Schools in 2008. The goal was to provide a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum for students from Grade 7 to Grade 11. ADNOC School campuses are established in four locations across Abu Dhabi and serve over 7,000 students from KG1 to Grade 12.

ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl was founded as Glenelg School Abu Dhabi by ADNOC but was later rebranded as ADNOC Schools. ADNOC Schools -SAN campus has over 3,651 students with Emirati children making up the majority. 3% of kids are identified with SEN – Special Education Needs.

The school follows the American curriculum, particularly the Massachusetts Curricular Framework with a focus on STEAM-based education – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. It has two segregated campuses for boys and girls. The ADNOC Secondary School is for classes from Grade 6 to Grade 12. The teaching staff includes 196 teachers and 41 assistants. The staff to student ratio is 1:19.

• Location: Sas Al Nakhl
• School fees: AED 27,210 - AED 51,590
• Curriculum: American
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-ed (KG 1 - Grade 5) | Segregate (Grade 6 - Grade 12)
• ADEK rating: Good
• Years offered: KG 1 - Grade 12

Adnoc Schools Sas Al Nakhl is surrounded by some popular residential communities in the capital city, including:

• Al Maqtaa
• Al Rayyana
• Khalifa City

Al Maqtaa is tucked away from the city centre but is a huge residential area with spacious villas for rent and sale.

Al Rayyana is a gated community in Khalifa City A that features 33-low rise residential buildings. It is close to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Ain Road. Residential options in Al Rayyana mainly include apartments categorised as 1, 2 and 3-bedroom units.

Those looking to live close to the school can check out:

• Villas for rent near Adnoc Schools Sas Al Nakhl

ADNOC Schools -SAN campus is well-facilitated for effective learning. There is a large indoor basketball court, a well-stocked library, a computer lab and a huge swimming pool. Students can also access a shaded play area or use the large outdoor playground. All classrooms are interactive and have modern facilities. One can also find dedicated science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

The campus is located in Sas Al Nakhl, near the Abu Dhabi Golf Club. It is close to Al Mutahadireen Street.

ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl is an educational facility that works closely with students and their families. Teachers aim to create a supportive learning environment for the well-rounded development of children of all ages.

ADNOC Schools Abu Dhabi challenges students to excel in their studies and personal growth. Students are equipped with 21st-century skills that will help them to embrace change and participate positively in a rapidly changing world. Besides academic excellence, the school focuses on building problem-solving, creativity and critical thinking skills in students across all grades.

Teachers appropriately challenge and engage students using authentic learning opportunities for achieving their personal best. The school believes it is educating the next generation of leaders. The STEAM-based education approach nurtures innovative thinkers and lifelong learners.

ADNOC Schools -SAN is an all-through facility offering classes from Kindergarten to High School.

The school follows the US curriculum modified according to the UAE culture and traditions. After rebranding, Adnoc Sas Al Nakhl School switched to the widely popular Common Core Standards based on the Massachusetts model and accredited by the Middle States Schools Association of School and Colleges.

At the Secondary level, students follow the American curriculum for Advanced Placement (AP), which is modified to meet local culture and traditions with Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies.

Kids in the Elementary Section receive a quality education using the American Common Core Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Core subjects taught at this level include:

Subject	Subject
Language	Arabic
Science	Math
Social Studies

The content of elementary English Language classes consists of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Other foundational content, such as phonics, spelling, and grade-level vocabulary, are also incorporated at this level.

Middle School at ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl targets social, technical and academic skill development in students. Teachers strive to create a caring, risk-free learning environment where students can put their creative thinking and collaborative talents to work.

Core subjects in Middle School include:

Subject	Subject
English	Mathematics
Social Studies	Reading
Arabic	Science

The High School curriculum allows students to pursue their specific academic areas of interest while maintaining a holistic approach. Students are encouraged to take as many Advanced Placement classes as they want and get college selection guidance from school counsellors.

Subjects taught during the high school stage include:

| English | Science |
| Arabic | Social Studies |
| Mathematics | Reading |

The dedicated SEN Department at ADNOC Sas Al Nakhl School enables the teaching staff to meet students’ specific learning needs and identify their learning difficulties. SEN & Inclusion experts work closely with parents and teachers to ensure that children no longer face academic and behavioural problems.

Those interested in the American curriculum schools in the capital city can read Bayut’s post on the best American schools in Abu Dhabi.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is the main regulatory authority for both public and private education in the capital and aims to prepare the young generation to tackle the challenges of the 21st century with innovative learning strategies.

ADEK inspected ADNOC Schools -SAN from 10th to 13th March 2019 and rated it as “Good.”

As per the ADNOC Schools ADEK rating and report, the overall performance of the school is good. Students’ achievement is also good in all phases. Teachers at the school deliver quality lessons that keep students engaged. However, the middle school’s boys are not fully engaged in classroom lessons. Students’ behaviour and attendance have improved, but this is not the case with the boys’ section.

The curriculum supports active learning, especially in English medium subjects.

The school’s new senior leadership team has a clear idea of its strengths. They also addressed key priorities for improvement, resulting in improved results for students.

Children’s attainment in KG is good in all subjects. In the middle phase, however, it is acceptable across most subjects. Students achieve high standards in Arts and Science and make good progress in most subjects.

Students at Sas Al Nakhl Adnoc School can learn independently. Their attainment in Mathematics at the high school level is appreciable. Most students are enthusiastic about learning and taking on additional responsibility. Their problem-solving and innovation skills are well developed, which means they can think and act independently.

Students’ personal and social development is good. Most students show positive attitudes for learning. They show a well-developed understanding of the UAE culture and heritage. KG and primary students are punctual. However, this is not the case with middle and high school students, as they are often late or absent. Most students are respectful and value others in ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl Abu Dhabi.

Most teachers plan interesting and enjoyable lessons to motivate students. Teachers in the high phase have very high expectations, and lessons are often inspiring. In the primary stage, teachers promote learning efficiently with the support of relevant tasks and activities. Teachers do not use assessment completely to gauge students’ achievement against the curriculum.

Staff have improved curriculum planning, and it meets the expectation of the American curriculum. Familiar examples are introduced to build students’ understanding of their country.

The curriculum is effective when it comes to developing students’ learning skills. Those in High School make good progress. But, the idea does not work for middle school boys.

Curriculum delivery for Arabic-medium subjects is not consistent. Similarly, Arabic subject content is yet to be integrated as successfully as English medium subjects.

ADNOC School Sas Al Nakhl has a safe and nurturing learning environment. High school students get quality career advice. The school promptly identifies and supports students who need help in learning.

The new senior leadership team has made substantial progress in improving the school. The leadership now provides valuable advice to teachers.

Key areas of strength at ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl are:

• American curriculum adaptation in the UAE context
• Development and review of the curriculum in the primary phase
• Students’ high achievement in primary and high phase in Science
• Pastoral and academic support for students’ learning especially those with Special Educational Need (SEN)

ADEK report also highlights areas that need improvement.

• The school should continue to raise achievement across all grades by:
  • Increasing the quality of teaching within the school
  • Developing a school curriculum in Arabic-medium subjects to integrate more meaningful learning
  • Improving the representation of Arabic subjects in the senior leadership team
  • Working on the accuracy and use of internal assessment data for monitoring and improving achievement.
• Improve punctuality and attendance by:
  • Continuously working with parents to help them understand the value of attendance and punctuality
  • Improving supervision and recording students’ punctuality
• Improve learning and behaviour in boys in the middle school phase by:
  • Involving parents and students for reviewing behaviour, expectations and creating a code of conduct
  • Implementing and consistently applying a discipline policy and rewards. Also, sanctions must be linked with the code of conduct
  • Implementing the referral system and recording and providing appropriate behavioural support to teachers and students
  • Continuing to adapt the curriculum for providing stimulating and relevant learning experience for boys

ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl academic calendar is divided into three terms.

• The first term starts in the last week of August and ends in the second week of December. This is followed by the winter break that ends in the last week of December.
• The second term starts in the first week of January and ends in the fourth week of March. Students then go on a spring break that ends in the first week of April.
• The third term starts in the second week of April and ends in the last week of June .

For more information, contact the school.

The ADNOC School Sas Al Nakhl admission is a elaborate process, asking parent for different forms and documents at varying stages of the process. To initiate the admission procedure, one has to complete:

Campus Visit

ADNOC Schools values the importance of visiting and touring a school before making the decision to enroll. The school encourages all future students and their parents to visit the campus and meet with member of leadership team or a representative from the Admission Team. A school tour is highly recommended for parents and potential students to learn more about students' life, campus rules, the academic program, the extra-curricular activities and the school facilities.

To book a visit, you can contact the Admissions Team via the Contact Admissions Form and a team member will contact you to decide a suitable time and date for you and your family to visit the school.

Online Application

In the next step, parents are required to fill an online application form. Once complete, you will receive an automatically generated email confirming your application has been successfully submitted.

Admission Priority

Applicants to ADNOC Schools are selected based on academic achievement and good behavioral records. The Admissions Committee considers current capacity at the recommended grade level, student aptitude, and social/emotional maturity with special attention given to each applicant's prior academic and non-academic records in school, as measured by grades. Priority for school places will be given to:

• Siblings of current ADNOC Schools' students.
• Children of ADNOC Schools staff
• Transferring students from another ADNOC Schools’ branch (Parents must inform the Admissions Officer in their current branch to proceed with the transfer).
• Children of an ADNOC staff member in the following priority:
  • One of the parents is a current ADNOC Company employee
  • One of the parents is an employee of any of the ADNOC sister companies
  • One of the Parents is an employee of any affiliated organization with ADNOC
• Former ADNOC students wishing to return to ADNOC Schools
• Children of former ADNOC Schools students
• All other students meeting admission requirements

Application Documentation

While the admission process is on-going, you will be contacted via email by a member of the Admissions and Registration Team requesting following documents: 

• Previous report cards (where applicable):
  • A School copy of Term 1 or Term 2 School Report for the current Academic Year
  • A copy of the Final School Report for up to 3 previous Academic Years from ADEK’s eSIS System (to be obtained from current school).
• 2 photos (passport size)
• A copy of Birth Certificate
• A valid copy of the applicant's Passport
• A valid copy of the parent/guardian passport:
  • In case of Divorced Parent: Copy of the Guardian passport + Custody Letter
  • In case of The Father's Death, Death certificate is required
• A copy of Immunization Record
• A copy of the Applicant Emirates ID (both sides)
• Recommendation Form for Behavioral Conduct: should be Filled and Sealed by the Previous School.
• Health Form: should be filled accurately and any conditions disclosed clearly. (Health Form Link)
• To Whom It May Concern Certificate for Non - Outstanding Balance from the previous school for valid registration purpose
• A signed copy of the ADNOC Schools Terms and Conditions
• Complete the Admissions Information Form
• Sign the Behavioral Undertaking Form
• Complete the Parent Consent Letter about Transferred Students from British Curriculum only
• Sign the Photography Permission Form
• Sign the Technology Access and Usage Consent

Please note that failure to submit the required documents within 10 days from receiving the first official call/email from the Admission and Registration office is ground for ADNOC Schools to cancel the application. Should this happen, the application is returned to the Waiting List.

Student Assessment

Once documents have been submitted, students are required to sit for an entrance exam.

• KG1 and KG2: Students are invited to attend an Early Learning Interview. The purpose of the interview will provide a basis for the school to assess school readiness and levels of maturity. Please be advised that ADNOC Schools expect all children to be fully toilet trained when starting school.
• Grade 1 and Grade 2: Classroom based assessments are conducted on an individual basis. The student will complete a written assessment in English and Math independently.
• Grade 3 to Grade 5: Students will undergo a computerized basic Entrance MAP Exam. Students’ results of the MAP test are used to ensure that they have the right level of knowledge and skills needed for a certain grade.
• Grade 6 to Grade 12: Students undergo a Computerized Admissions Entrance Exam Test in Math and English. For successful admission, the applicant must pass Math and English.  Grade 11 and Grade 12 students are also required to complete additional assessments for the elective Science courses. Following a successful examination, follow-up meetings will be held with the School Career Counsellor to discuss options and other potential academic entry requirements.

The Admissions Committee makes all admissions and grade placement related decisions. Grade placement must comply with ADEK guidelines and regulations.

Here’s an overview of the age requirement guidelines followed by the school to confirm admission:

Grades	Minimum Entry Age	Maximum Entry Age
Grades KG 1	Minimum Entry Age 4	Maximum Entry Age –
Grades KG 2	Minimum Entry Age 5	Maximum Entry Age –
Grades Grade 1	Minimum Entry Age 6	Maximum Entry Age –
Grades Grade 2	Minimum Entry Age 7	Maximum Entry Age 9
Grades Grade 3	Minimum Entry Age 8	Maximum Entry Age 10
Grades Grade 4	Minimum Entry Age 9	Maximum Entry Age 11
Grades Grade 5	Minimum Entry Age 10	Maximum Entry Age 12
Grades Grade 6	Minimum Entry Age 11	Maximum Entry Age 13
Grades Grade 7	Minimum Entry Age 12	Maximum Entry Age 14
Grades Grade 8	Minimum Entry Age 13	Maximum Entry Age 15
Grades Grade 9	Minimum Entry Age 14	Maximum Entry Age 16
Grades Grade 10	Minimum Entry Age 15	Maximum Entry Age 17
Grades Grade 11	Minimum Entry Age 16	Maximum Entry Age 18
Grades Grade 12	Minimum Entry Age 17	Maximum Entry Age 19

This is based on the age of the students on 31st August (for the school beginning in September). Source: ADNOC School Sas Al Nakhl

Here’s an overview of the fee structure at Adnoc Schools Sas Al Nakhl:

Grade	Annual Tuition Fee	Books Charges	Transportation Fee
Grade KG1	Annual Tuition Fee AED 27,210	Books Charges AED 1,280	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade KG2	Annual Tuition Fee AED 28,640	Books Charges AED 1,290	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 1	Annual Tuition Fee AED 30,050	Books Charges AED 2,000	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 2	Annual Tuition Fee AED 31,480	Books Charges AED 2,020	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 3	Annual Tuition Fee AED 33,720	Books Charges AED 2,000	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 4	Annual Tuition Fee AED 35,860	Books Charges AED 2,100	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 5	Annual Tuition Fee AED 37,980	Books Charges AED 2,100	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 6	Annual Tuition Fee AED 40,830	Books Charges AED 2,650	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 7	Annual Tuition Fee AED 41,530	Books Charges AED 2,650	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 8	Annual Tuition Fee AED 42,350	Books Charges AED 2,650	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 9	Annual Tuition Fee AED 42,950	Books Charges AED 2,750	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 10	Annual Tuition Fee AED 45,790	Books Charges AED 2,800	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 11	Annual Tuition Fee AED 48,630	Books Charges AED 2,780	Transportation Fee AED 5,000
Grade Grade 12	Annual Tuition Fee AED 51,590	Books Charges AED 2,870	Transportation Fee AED 5,000

Please note that all payments must be made to the Finance Department via cheques drawn in favour of ADNOC SCHOOLS – SAS AL NAKHL. Parents can also transfer the fee directly into the school’s bank account (First Abu Dhabi Bank, Account Number: AE090354021003291254035). For bank transfer, please send a copy of the deposit slips to the email address FinanceAD@adnoc.sch.ae.

Failure to pay the ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl fees can result in temporary exclusion from the campus for a maximum of three days. Defaulting students can lose their seat for the following year. The school’s management also reserves the right to withhold students’ reports, references and examination results.

There is a cafeteria on campus where students may purchase sandwiches, snacks, and light meals. ADNOC Food runs the service. Students can also bring their lunch from home. Please note that soft drinks, energy drinks, flavoured milk and non-fruit juices are NOT available in the cafeteria.

ADNOC SCHOOLS Sas Al Nakhl offers transportation service to students. The charges are AED 5,000 for all grades.

The school offers a range of sports facilities for students. Students can use the large playground, the cricket pitch, gym and swimming pool. Sas Al Nakhl campus also has premium indoor sports facilities.

The P.E. department organises various after school activities for students. Some of the popular ones are:

Tennis	Swimming
Softball	Athletics
Badminton	Cycling
Handball	Volleyball
Basketball	Football
Jiu-Jitsu	Table Tennis

Students engage in different extracurricular activities, most of which are offered free of charge. Boys can engage in the following:

Football	Badminton
Arabic Language Club	Darts/Card Games
Volleyball	Healthy Lifestyle
Triathlon	Book Club
Arabic Calligraphy	Environment Club
Newsletter Journalism	Tennis/Basketball

For girls, the school offers following activities:

Cooking	Cartooning
Embroidery	Healthy Lifestyle
Basketball	Book Club
Aqua Jogging	Arabic Language Club
Silent Reading	Public Speaking & Debating Club

Adnoc Schools Sas Al Nakhl has dedicated facilities to encourage arts. One can find an Art room, a music room, a huge auditorium, a drama room and the talent room.

The school organises various events such as The UAE Flag Day, Sports Summer Camp and Breast Cancer Awareness Walk.

There is a well-maintained clinic staffed by a full-time school nurse who provides health-related services for all students throughout the day. The nurse is responsible for providing first aid, administering medicine, and referring the student to emergency services.

Parents can use their PowerSchool account to access their child’s academic records, reports, teacher comments, and discipline log. They can also use the PowerSchool Server to communicate with counsellors and teachers, if necessary.

• Telephone: +971-2-599-2000
• ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl Website
• ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl Facebook
• ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl Twitter

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What are the timings of ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl?

The school timings are as follows:

• KG 1 and KG 2: 07:45 am to 01:30 pm (11:15 am on Fridays)
• Grade 1 to Grade 12: 07:45 am to 02:40 pm (11:30 am on Fridays)

How many grades/years are there in ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl?

ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl offers education from KG 1 to Grade 12.

Is there any waiting list?

There's a waiting list for students who wish to enrol in the school but registrations are closed. Also, failure to pay the registration fee, not submitting documents within 10 days of the date of offer and not attending interview or entrance exam will return the applicant to the waiting list.

Does ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl follow a co-education model?

It is a co-ed school from Kindergarten 1 to Grade 5. From Grade 6 to Grade 12, boys and girls are taught separately.

How many students are currently studying in the school?

ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl branch has more than 3,651 students, most of whom are Emirati nationals.

What is the academic calendar of ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl?

The academic year at ADNOC Sas Al Nakhl School begins in the last week of August and ends in the last week of June.

What is the range of the tuition fee charged by your school?

Tuition fees range from AED 27,210 to AED 51,590.

How does the school communicate with parents?

Parents can use Power School account to access academic records, reports, teacher feedback and discipline history of their children as well as communicate with counselors and teachers when necessary.

Does the school have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?

The school, in cooperation with ADNOC Foods , provides a cafeteria where students can buy sandwiches, appetizers and snacks.

How many teachers are currently teaching in ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl?

Currently, there are 196 teachers and 41 teaching assistants working in the school.