SABIS International School Ruwais

SABIS International School — Ruwais, previously known as Ruwais Private School, was established in 2001.The school rebranded its name in 2020 and is now an official SABIS School. It offers classes from KG1 to Grade 12. As a global SABIS® Network member, it follows the SABIS curriculum designed to build a solid academic foundation. For more than 100 years, SABIS Network has helped students work on the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in all phases of life.

As per the latest ADEK report, 2955 students are currently studying in this SABIS School. They are taught by a teaching faculty of 100 teachers and four teaching assistants. Most teachers are from South Africa and have excellent teaching and academic background. The current teacher to student ratio at this school is 1:29. In 2016, SIS Ruwais relocated to a new, purpose-built 60,000 sq. m. campus in the centre of Ruwais Housing Complex, Phase 4.

SIS-Ruwais is a non-selective, independent English-medium school offering classes in a co-educational setup. It caters to students aged 3 to 18 years and aims to provide an outstanding education.

• Location: Al Ruwais
• School fees: AED 17,900 to AED 26,000
• Curriculum: SABIS Curriculum
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-Education
• KHDA/ADEK rating: Very Good
• Years offered: KG1 to Grade 12

Residential communities near SABIS International School Ruwais include:

• Al Hamra
• Qareen Al Aish
• Al Mirfa

Al Mirfa is a coastal region of Abu Dhabi near Al Dhafra region. This area is home to unique styled villas, government building and offices and communal facilities. Al Mirfa is well connected with the rest of Abu Dhabi through Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road.

In 2016, SABIS International School – Ruwais relocated to a new, purpose-built 60,000 sq. m. campus in the centre of Ruwais Housing Complex. RPS’s state-of-the-art facilities include:

Campus Facilities	Campus Facilities
Spacious Classrooms with Smart TVs	Science and Computer laboratories
Computerised learning and testing centre	Semi-Olympic size swimming pool
Performance hall	Basketball and tennis courts
Olympic-size soccer field	Running track

The Infants’ Department for the kindergarten section works as an independent unit. Here you can find an indoor swimming pool with less depth for children, shaded play areas and a special KG car track.

SABIS International School Ruwais is based in the centre of Ruwais Housing Complex Phase 4 in Abu Dhabi. The school is almost 250 km from the west of the capital city. Other educational institutes, including Ruwais Women’s College and Higher Colleges of Technology, are a short drive from the campus. One can also find Ruwais 2 Basketball Park in the vicinity.

Ensuring the delicate balance between academic and life skills development, the SABIS® Educational System transforms students into well-rounded individuals with strong leadership potential. Young learners are well aware of their traditional values and the modern challenges of the 21st century.

Offering quality education and a diverse, challenging curriculum, SIS Ruwais is distinguished by its innovative learning approaches and teaching methodologies. Like other SABIS® Network schools, courses offered at RPS lead to well-recognised external examinations that include the U.S. Advanced Placement® (AP®), SAT, TOEFL and British IGCSE & AS/A Level exams. The school also prepares students to earn a high school diploma.

The curriculum implemented at SABIS International School Ruwais provides students with the knowledge and skills for a solid academic core. As a result, students are well-equipped to achieve their full potential and excel in their careers. All courses have a clear structure. So, both teachers and students know what must be learned. Teachers focus on introducing students to one concept at a time. The lessons include oral work, group work and individual assignments giving students enough time to relax.

Regular assessment and accountability is a key feature of the school. Teachers ensure that kids learn in class and have enough time to relax after school timings. The computerised academic tracking system – SABIS® AMS is used at SIS Ruwais to identify gaps in knowledge and follow each student’s progress.

Those studying at RPS can join the SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) and contribute to their school life’s academic and non-academic aspects.

SIS Ruwais offers classes from KG1 until Grade 12 for students aged 3 to 18 years.

The curriculum implemented at SABIS International School – Ruwais is the same as other SABIS schools. Graduating students can take up courses that lead to reputable external examinations such as the U.S. Advanced Placement® (AP®) exams, SAT, TOEFL, IGCSE and AS/A Level exams.

From Grade 4 onwards, courses taught at SABIS International School – Ruwais have a specified number of “units of information” that students must learn. This number includes concepts tested by the AMS, Basic Questions and extended material for more able students.

ADEK inspected RPS from 5th November to 9th November 2017. The school secured an ‘Acceptable’ rating, which was a step down from the previous ‘Good’ rating.

According to SIS Ruwais ADEK rating and report, students’ achievement is acceptable while their personal and social development and innovation skills are good. Inspectors found that the protection, care, guidance and support of students in SABIS International School Ruwais is very good. Similarly, the leadership and management of the school are acceptable. The school curriculum is good, and the teaching and assessment are acceptable.
The report mentions that the school has maintained high standards in international examinations. Students’ achievement in Science is good but weak in Arabic. Their learning skills are acceptable. Students show very positive attitudes and contribute effectively through Student Life Organisation.

The curriculum is good and is reviewed regularly. It has adequate choices for older students and prepares them for the next phase of their education.

The school has a very good quality of protection, care, guidance and support. Systems and procedures implemented for attendance, management and punctuality are successful.

According to the ADEK report, key strengths of SIS Ruwais are:

• Positive attitudes of students and their personal development through the SLO
• Their achievement in Science, Maths and English
• Ruwais School’s assessment procedures that identify gaps in students’ learning, including Integrated Learning System (ILS)
• Support, protection and safety for students across all phases
• Students’ age of modern technology that enhances their learning

Key areas of improvement for SABIS International School Ruwais, according to ADEK, are:

• Raising teacher’s expectations regarding student’s achievement
• School should ensure students have sufficient opportunities for group discussions in Arabic
• Designing and planning appropriate and challenging work to meet the learning needs of students, including lower achievers
• Working and correcting students’ work and providing helpful written comments and suggestions for their improvement
• Student’s innovation and problem-solving skills should be developed
• Using open-ended and probing questions to assess and strengthen students’ learning
• Designing activities that create innovative solutions and opportunities for the initiatives in numerous projects, entrepreneurship and enterprise
• Empowering students to take full responsibility for their learning

SABIS International School Ruwais academic calendar is divided into three terms.

• Term 1 starts in the last week of August and ends in the second week of December.
• Term 2 begins right after the winter break in the first week of January and ends in the second last week of March.
• Term 3 begins after the spring break in the second week of April and ends in the last week of June.

The admission process in Ruwais Private School is academically and highly inclusive. The school has no age restriction when it comes to admission. Any student who is willing to learn is accepted in Ruwais Private School. According to the school, the criterion for acceptance in a class is academic attainment, not age. SIS Ruwais admission process is simple and hassle-free.

Those interested in joining SABIS International School – Ruwais can complete the admission application form available on the official website.

There are no academic requirements for KG and Grade 1 applicants. However, they should be toilet trained and able to speak and follow instructions.

Those applying for other grades must pass an assessment test in the core subjects. These tests help determine if the students can meet the minimum expected standards for each subject. After the assessment, the school makes the final placement decision. If any student lacks in some subjects, they can attend summer school or perhaps extra classes.

The application submission has no deadline. But parents are recommended to complete it early as admissions are granted subject to the availability of seats.

Mandatory documents to be attached along with the admission form include:

• Copy of student’s and parents’ passports
• Copy of student’s and parents’ valid Emirates ID
• Two passport-sized photographs of the student
• Final school report from the previous school
• Copy of birth certificate
• Copy of vaccination record
• Copy of student’s and parents’ Valid Residence Visa

Students applying to KG1 to Grade 2 must appear for an online video conference call as part of the admission process. Similarly, applicants interested in joining Grade 3 and higher classes have to sit for an online diagnostic test. Please note that the test results will influence the placement decision made by RPS.

The school will coordinate with parents and communicate the details regarding interviews and diagnostic testing once the duly filled online application is submitted.

The school has tried to keep the admission process informative and personal. It welcomes families to visit the school and talk to the admission staff. Tours and meetings can be scheduled by calling +971-2-807-5000.

SABIS International School Ruwais fee structure is mentioned below:

Contact the school to know more about their fee structure. Required fees will be processed via online bank transfers.

SABIS International School – Ruwais cafeteria lets students buy sandwiches, fruits, pastries and full meals. Parents can register their child to receive lunch for the whole term by paying AED 600.

The school has extensive sports facilities. A semi-Olympic-sized swimming pool is available on campus, while students can also play basketball, tennis and football. There is an Olympic soccer field within the premises besides a running track. Sports Day is celebrated each year for students across all grades.

Students’ participation in extracurricular activities and community work is one of the non-academic goals at the SABIS Network. School events are organised where students take part in activities as per their interest.

Students can also join the Students Life Organization – an integral part of the SABIS system. Students can develop academic, managerial, organisational, and leadership skills to make a difference through this organisation. SLO is a students’ mini-society. Prefects who are valuable assets of the school manage the SLO and welcome all students to join the organisation. SLO raises the standards, promotes moral and academic values and encourages students’ participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities.

Students are taken on age-appropriate field trips and picnics. Grade 1 students visited FunVille while Kindergarten students enjoyed their Teddy Bear Picnic. Grade 10 students visited Motiongate Dubai.

Students who fail to do their work are invited to attend after-school study sessions for a few weeks. This is to help them get to catch up with other students and support them in their studies.

Parents have to fill a medical form at the time of admission. This is to know if the student has any allergy or chronic disease.

Extensive follow up ensures that parents are always aware of the school developments and their child’s performance.

The school sends three reports in an academic year, each at the end of the term. Parents can meet Academic Quality Controllers and ask for a copy of their children’s performance records. Parents are also guided on how to assist their children in their work at home. Teens may be invited to attend after-school study for a few weeks to improve their performance and study techniques.

SABIS® Digital Platform is a password-protected website that allows parents to keep track of their children’s progress. The platform provides access to children’s academic performance, attendance, disciplinary issues, the latest school news, events and calendars.

• Telephone: +971-2-807-5000
• Email: info@sisruwais.sabis.net
• Ruwais Private School Website
• Ruwais Private School Facebook
• Ruwais Private School Instagram

What is the timing of SABIS International School (SIS) Ruwais?

SABIS International School (SIS) Ruwais is open Mondays to Fridays throughout the school calendar. Contact the school for more information.

Does the school conduct after-school activities?

Some after-school activities in the form of extracurricular activities are offered to students. SIS Ruwais also offers after-school study sessions to help students catch up with their peers.

How many grades are there in the school?

SIS international School Ruwais offers education from KG1 to Grade 12.

Does the school follow a co-education mode?

Yes, SIS Ruwais is a co-education school.

How many students are currently studying in SIS Ruwais?

SABIS International School Ruwais currently has 2,955 students from different nationalities.

What is the academic calendar of SIS Ruwais?

The academic year at SIS Ruwais starts in the last week of August and ends in the last week of June. Check out the academic calendar section in this guide to find out more.

What is the tuition fee charged by the school?

The annual tuition fee at SABIS International School Ruwais ranges in between AED 17,900 and AED 26,000.

How does SIS Ruwais communicate with parents?

The school regularly conducts extensive follow-ups to keep parents updated about the progress made by their children. These follow-ups include parent-teacher meetings that happen at the end of every term. SABIS International School Ruwais branch has a digital platform which parents can access by using provided credentials.

Does SABIS International School have a canteen or a cafeteria?

Yes, SIS Ruwais has a canteen where students can buy food items at affordable prices. Contact the school for more information.

Does the school arrange field trips?

Yes, the school arranges field trips every year where students are taken to recreational spots.

How many teachers are currently there in SIS Ruwais?

SIS Ruwais currently has 100 teachers and four teaching assistants, most of them are from South Africa.