Pakistani School Ajman

Established in 1979, Pakistani School Ajman (PSA) serves the Pakistani expatriate community in Ajman and the neighbouring emirates. The international school is recognised by the UAE Ministry of Education and affiliated with the Federal Board of Intermediate Secondary Education Islamabad. The school has separate sections for boys and girls and can accommodate over 1,500 students.

PSA provides a conducive and thriving learning environment in line with the FBISE, Islamabad curriculum. International Primary Curriculum is also incorporated to meet the standards of other international schools in the vicinity. The primary mode of instruction is English. Plus, the Pakistani curriculum is integrated with extracurricular activities to help students use their knowledge in the practical world.

Al Rawda 2 is the nearest community. Other residential areas close to Pakistani School Ajman are:

• Al Rawda 1
• Al Hamidiya 1
• Al Jerf

Al Rawda, located on the Ajman’s outskirts, is close to the Ajman – Sharjah border. It is ranked among the top areas for buying and renting villas in the city.

Al Hamidiyah is a large neighbourhood on the eastern outskirts of Ajman. It is divided into two large sub-communities and mainly offers apartments to interested buyers and tenants.

Al Jurf, to the west of Ajman, is close to E11. Mainly commercial spaces are available in the area, but one can find residential villas and apartments for rent and sale.

Parents searching for international schools can check out the details for the best schools in Ajman.

Families looking to settle near the PSA campus can consider:

• Apartments for rent near Pakistani School Ajman

PSA campus has all the facilities needed for effective learning and helps students explore, choose and excel in their interests. One can find premium sports facilities on campus in addition to spacious classrooms and well-equipped laboratories and activity rooms.

The school is located in Al Jurf 2 near City Centre Ajman. PSA Ajman campus is near Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road, making it easily accessible from other areas of Ajman. Other schools in proximity include:

• Ajman Modern School
• Indian School Ajman
• Bright Future Private School

Pakistani School in Ajman provides equal education opportunities to girls and boys of all ages. The thriving learning environment is focused on creativity, communication and results. English language skills are integrated into the learning program, and children of all ages are encouraged to deliver excellent academic results. Staff members include competent teachers who are skilled in regional, cultural and linguistic proficiency.

PSA’s vision is to empower and inspire students with the knowledge to choose and excel in their desired field. School’s mission is to enrich lives by creating and promoting a learning environment specialising in creativity, results, values and communication.

The school claims to be committed to ensuring excellence. Students get the attention of skilled and qualified faculty members and benefit from the nurturing learning atmosphere. Students achieve excellent academic results and show resilience, adaptability, integrity, and leadership qualities.

Pakistani School in Ajman is determined to positively impact students’ personal lives while ensuring academic excellence. The school is learning-centred and is constantly striving to help students become modern global citizens with the following core values at their heart:

• Strive for Excellence
• Leading Through Innovation
• Shared Leadership
• Respect everyone every day
• Global Citizenship

Pakistan School Ajman offers classes from KG to Grade 12. Years offered at PSA are categorised into different sections as highlighted below:

PSA’s curriculum, as stated earlier, is based on the Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Islamabad (FBISE), Pakistan guidelines. Graduating students get a Secondary School Certificate at the end of Grade 10 and a Higher Secondary School Certificate at the end of Grade 12.

English is the medium of instruction at the school, but Arabic and Urdu are also taught as compulsory subjects.

Students of Pre-Primary mainly learn through play. They acquire basic skills such as numeracy and literacy. In the Primary and Middle sections, core subjects are:

During Secondary and Higher Secondary years, students can choose from Science, Commerce or Computer Science streams.

The academic year for Pakistan School Ajman begins in April and ends in March of the following year. It is divided into three terms.

Parents interested in Pakistani School Ajman admissions can visit the school and register their child for an entrance exam. The entrance exam is scheduled under the professional education team. Please note that the final admission decision depends on the entrance exam result and the previous school report.

Parents must submit the following mandatory documents at the time of admission. All documents must be on A4 size paper with neat photocopies.

• Health card given by the school
• Three photographs of the student
• Birth certificate (attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs- front and back)
• Immunisation card/ school medical file
• Passport copy of students with a valid visa
• Emirates ID card of student
• Result card/progress report of a previous class
• Attested school leaving certificates

For schools based in Pakistan, the following departments must attest the certificate:

• District Education officer
• IBCC other than Pakistani Board
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan
• UAE Embassy in Pakistan

Transfer Certificate Original (for UAE schools) must be:

• Attested by the Educational Zone of concerned Emirates.
• Parents also must submit:
  • Result Card / DMC / Provisional certificate for Grade 9th, 10th and 11th.
  • Migration Certificate for FBISE Islamabad (Original) for 9th, 10th and 11th grade.
  • Father’s Passport Copy with valid visa page.
  • Father’s Emirates ID.
  • Guardianship Certificate.

The age requirement set by Pakistani School Ajman is as follows:

Parents can contact PSA to know more about their fee structure and payment details.

PSA students can opt for school transportation services. Every bus has a supervisor to ensure safety. School buses shuttle through Ajman and Sharjah. Here’s a breakdown of the different routes.

Transportation charges are as follows:

Sport is an integral part of school life and is crucial for instilling many useful skills in young individuals. Pakistani School organises several sports competitions.

• Inter-School Football Competition
• Sports Day (for girls and boys sections)
• Volleyball Competition

PSA School Ajman organises several events and activities to extend learning beyond the classroom. Some popular events are:

Students can also participate in healthy competitions such as:

Students enjoy field trips throughout the academic year at Pakistani School in Ajman. The school took Foundation Stage students to Sharjah Aquarium while Grade 4 students visited the Sharjah National Park. PSA students have also visited KFC and Happy Land.

Pakistani School Ajman believes in establishing a solid communication link between the school and parents. Parents Council Meeting is where parents can discuss and provide valuable suggestions for improvements.

Parents can use the Pakistani School Ajman Parent Login tab on the official website to access the parents’ page.

The school also organises Parent-Teacher meetings to keep parents informed regarding their child’s progress and test results.

• Telephone: +971-6-743-4374 | +971-6-743-4375
• Email: enquiry@psa.sch.ae
• Pakistani School Ajman Website

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