Parent's Review of Dubai American Academy in Dubai, UAE

What is the name of your child's school? (Please report on one school per survey.)

Dubai American Academy

In what town or city is this school located?

Dubai

How would you describe this school? (i.e. American, British, International, Local, etc.)

American

What grade levels are represented at this school?

first

How do most children get to school everyday? (bus, train, walk, etc.)

drive to school by car

How would you describe the facilities at this school? What extra-curricular activities are available?

modern

What has this school done to help your child transition from the curriculum in your home country into the curriculum in your new country? Are there programs to prepare your child for repatriation?

I think the school is geared for the Skandinavian population. I would recommend all American and native English speaker steer clear. Also if you have a well behaved child it is not an ideal school. There is a lot of horsing around in class.

How would you describe the social activities available for parents through this school? Are there parent-teacher organizations?

There is a parent organization but it is not as organized as most American schools

What advice would you give to someone considering enrolling their child in this school?

If your non English speaking great however if English is your native language stay away. The expectations of behavior and academics is quite low.

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