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Mission & Vision

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Mrs. Jihan Nasr, founder of AIS, one of the leading Abu Dhabi schools

Founder's Note

I want you to stand as tall beacons, not only of knowledge, but of compassion, of generosity, and of righteousness. No matter what, always stand tall and always be grateful for everything that you have, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something better and greater.

Lead by being leaders not in your title but in your actions, not in your egocentricity but in your altruism, not in your authority but in your exemplary being. Be generous by giving more than you can, and hold your pride by taking less than you need.

Mrs. Jihan Nasr

The Founder of AIS

Kindergarten students at AIS, one of the top Abu Dhabi schools, playing in a playground

Our mission

To support all students in attaining their full potential in personal development and active citizenship by providing the foundation for lifelong learning through quality education.

We know education is the best gift that we, as parents and teachers, can give our children. At AIS, we pride ourselves in being one of the earliest Abu Dhabi schools to welcome children of all backgrounds and abilities and offer them encouragement, guidance, and motivation on their lifelong learning journey.

Our vision

To prepare global citizens who will lead for positive change.

AIS empowers students with the qualifications they need for bright futures. We guide them towards becoming the best version of themselves, through critical thinking, effective communication, and creative living, so that they can shape their own lives and play active, positive roles in the local, digital and global community.

Basketball team of AIS, one of the top Abu Dhabi schools, celebrating their victory after a match

Our Core Values

We are one of the few Abu Dhabi schools still run with a personal touch, and driven by our core values. Everything we do is aimed at enriching lives through the values laid out below:

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Students develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills that prepare them for success and the realization of happiness as a result.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

Students learn to celebrate diversity and exercise tolerance, empathy, and sustainability to become exemplary citizens in their local, global, and digital communities.

LIFELONG LEARNING

Students learn to deliberate, reflect, and voluntarily act in the ongoing pursuit of learning and growth.

LEADING FOR POSITIVE CHANGE

Ultimately, learners draw on their understanding, skills, and attributes to make a positive impact on their communities and contribute a positive change to the world.

Mrs. Nasr is one of the most prominent and beloved educators in the list of Abu Dhabi schools, as well as in the region. While she is deeply involved in the management of the AIS school campuses, she still makes time to reach out and connect with every student and member of the AIS family.

She cares deeply about enabling students to develop their own internal compass, preparing them for not just academic success but also a productive, happy future. Even today, 30 years after the first AIS campus was opened, it is her vision that guides the school and sets it apart from other Abu Dhabi schools.