Yasmina British Academy

Established in 2007, Yasmina British Academy is a co-educational school in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi. It is one of the seven Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi and offers the British curriculum from the Foundation Stage to Year 13. The school has been rated Outstanding by the Abu Dhabi Department of Knowledge and Education (ADEK) and is considered one of the best schools in Abu Dhabi.

• Location: Khalifa City
• School fee: AED 48,465 - AED 65,550
• Curriculum: British
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-education
• ADEK rating: Outstanding
• Years offered: Foundation Stage - Year 13

Yasmina British Academy is located in Khalifa City. The area shares neighbourhood with the following communities:

• Masdar City
• Yas Island

Masdar City is a mixed-use community featuring apartments, villas and business complexes. It is designed as a sustainable urban community that rely on solar energy entirely. Yas Island is a famous tourist attraction that also offers luxurious villas for rent and sale.

Parents looking to move closer to the school can consider:

• Apartments for rent near Yasmina British Academy
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Yasmina British Academy Khalifa City has shifted to a new campus recently, which features the following amenities:

• Auditorium
• 12 specialist science labs
• Multiple swimming pools
• Computer suites
• STEAM and design technology facilities
• Indoor and outdoor sports facilities

Yasmina British Academy's location is Al Mireef Street, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi.

Yasmina British Academy delivers the English National Curriculum from FS1 to Year 13. The school is rated Outstanding by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). It offers students a stimulating learning environment and world-class amenities. By setting high achievement standards, the school challenges and equips students with skills to become global citizens.

Yasmina British Academy offers classes from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13. The classes are divided into the following sections:

Yasmina British Academy delivers the National Curriculum of England. The syllabus focuses on knowledge, skills, values, excellence, passion, collaboration, respect and creativity. The school encourages students to participate in extra-curricular and co-scholastic activities for holistic development.

The English National Curriculum is a globally recognised programme focusing on inquiry and project-based learning. Students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination before progressing to A-levels.

The curriculum also inculcates the Ministry of Education (MOE) subjects, including Arabic, Islamic (for Muslim students) and UAE Social Studies. Consequently, students develop an understanding and appreciation of the local culture through these subjects.

Foundation Stage Curriculum

Subjects in Foundation Stages 1 and 2 are:

Primary Curriculum

For Years 1 to 6, the subjects’ list includes:

Early Secondary Curriculum

From Year 7 to Year 9, students learn the following subjects:

Secondary Curriculum

Year 10 and Year 11 students are taught:

Senior Curriculum

Year 12 students study the following subjects during their AS Levels:

For A-Levels, Year 13 students learn:

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) licenses all private education institutes. Through the Irtiqaa Programme, it carries out periodic evaluations of all schools based on six basic criteria:

1. Quality of students’ achievement.
2. Quality of personal and social development as well as innovation skills of the students.
3. Quality of teaching and assessment.
4. Quality of curriculum.
5. Quality of student safety and well-being, as well as the guidance and support provided to them.
6. Quality of school leadership and management.

International evaluators use a scale comprising six quality levels, as shown below:

Yasmina British Academy was rated Outstanding by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) in 2022-2023.

The academic year at Yasmina British Academy Khalifa City Abu Dhabi is split into three terms, which are explained below:

For more details, view the term dates and timings on the official website.

To enrol at Yasmina British Academy Khalifa City Abu Dhabi, parents have to complete the application process:

• Parents can visit the school on the scheduled tour dates to ensure the school is a good fit for their children.
• They must complete and submit the online application form. The school will then assess the child’s educational needs.
• After assessment, the school contacts parents to inform them about further procedures.
• Parents can refer to the school’s admissions guide for more information regarding the admission process.

Parents must ensure their child fulfils the age requirements before enrolment:

This is based on the age of the students on 31st August (for schools beginning in September).

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)

Yasmina British Academy fees are paid in three instalments over the academic year. The fee structure for different year groups is as follows:

For more information regarding Yasmina British Academy School fees, please contact the school administration.

All schools operating under Aldar Academies provide healthy and nutritious meals to students. Yasmina British Academy Khalifa City Abu Dhabi menu ensures that the food is healthy and caters to the growing needs of children.

Yasmina British School Aldar Academies has outsourced transportation to Hafilat School Transport. They have a fleet of air-conditioned buses and all drivers undergo comprehensive training to ensure the highest quality of service. Supervisors, available on each bus, are responsible for the students' safety.

Physical education is an essential part of students' lives at Yasmina British Academy Abu Dhabi. Students play different sports and compete at the national and international levels. The following sports facilities help the school support physical education:

• Multi-purpose sports hall
• Running tracks
• Swimming pools
• Basketball court
• Netball court
• Two AstroTurf playing field
• Soft play areas

Yasmina British Academy recognises the importance of learning beyond textbooks. Thus, it offers an extensive extra-curricular activities programme with various after-school activities. These activities cover students’ creative, musical, physical and academic passions and interests.

The school provides numerous academic activities, including Math and debate clubs. Students can also pursue their creative interests through music, art, dance, creative writing and drama.

Students of Yasmina British Academy Khalifa City go on field trips and educational excursions to sites of historical and cultural significance.

Some extra-curricular activities happen after regular school hours. Contact the school for more information.

The academy has a fully equipped clinic with a full-time school nurse available throughout the day to administer first aid. The nurse is registered and licensed with the Health Authority Abu Dhabi and works with doctors to assist students with asthma and diabetes. Together, the staff conducts regular weight, height and vision screenings and administers the vaccination.

Yasmina British Academy employs different ways to inform parents of their child’s progress, including Yasmina British Academy Abu Dhabi portal. Parents can also use the school’s newsletter, website and social media links to keep pace with the events and updates. They can also use school’s WhatsApp group to stay updated.

• Telephone: +971-2-501-4888
• Email: pre@alyasminabritishacademy.ae

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Yasmina British Academy Official Website
• Yasmina British Academy Facebook
• Yasmina British Academy Instagram

Does Yasmina British Academy conduct after-school activities?

Yes, the school conduct various extra-curricular activities after school hours.

How many grades/years are there in Yasmina British Academy?

The school offers education from the Foundation Stage to Year 13.

What is Yasmina British Academy academic calendar?

Yasmina British Academy’s academic calendar runs from August to July.

What is Yasmina British Academy fee STRUCTURE?

Yasmina British Academy fee ranges from AED 48,465 to AED 65,550.

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