Emirates International School Meadows

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Emirates International School – Meadows was established in September 2005 by Al Habtoor Group in the heart of the popular residential neighbourhood. Emirates International School Meadows provides the highest quality international education from Early Years to Year 13 for children aged 3 to 18 and is rated as ‘Very Good’ by the KHDA. The student population belongs to over 80 nationalities. Similarly, the 150 teachers belong to 25 different nationalities.

The motto of EIS – Meadows is ‘Committed to Excellence.’ The school is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Continuum programmes, including IBDP, MYP and PYP, in a co-educational setup. The school’s leadership comprises international educators with a shared passion for learning and teaching.

Located in The Meadows, the school’s mission is to provide a balanced learning program. Special attention is paid to the educational, social and physical development of children of all ages. They are also encouraged to think analytically and creatively and apply their learning and knowledge outside the classroom.

The outstanding curriculum at Emirates School Meadows aligns with the IB standards. The PYP (Primary Year Programme) leads to MYP (Middle Year Programme) and then to IB DP (Diploma Programme). The school has steadily achieved its academic goals. Students graduating from the school were accepted by Oxford University, the University of Berkeley (USA) and other top international universities. Students also secured above IB world averages for the past number of years.

The primary language of instruction at the Emirates International School – Meadows is English. The school believes that education is a shared responsibility of the school management, parents, students, teachers and other staff members.

• Location: Meadows
• Fees: AED 26,802 - 79,488 AED
• Curriculum: International Baccalaureate Curriculum
• Co-ed or Segregate: Co-Education
• KHDA Rating: Very Good
• Grades: EY1 - Grade 12

Popular residential areas in proximity to the Emirates International School – Meadows include:

• Jumeirah Islands
• Emirates Hills
• Emirates Golf Club
• Jumeirah Park

Jumeirah Islands by Nakheel Properties is divided into six blocks known as European, Islamic, Mediterranean, Oasis, Tropical and Contemporary. You can find villas and townhouses in the development. 

Emirates Hills is an upscale gated community by Emaar Properties, home to the Montgomerie Golf Club, an 18-hole world-class golf course. It is one of the most expensive villa communities in Dubai.

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The campus is divided into two sections – primary, junior school and a high school section. The campus has 65 classrooms for Primary School with LCD projectors and interactive whiteboards. The facility also contains two IT suites, a grand library, a multi-purpose hall and a 20-metre indoor swimming pool. The purpose-built campus has an expansive outdoor sports turf, a dedicated art, music and drama studio and a language teaching room.

The high school section has six IT suites, a cafeteria, a library, a multi-purpose sports hall/gymnasium and a dance studio. There is a 20-metre indoor swimming pool, an outdoor sports turf, two art and dance suites and a drama room.

Emirates International School – Meadows was the first school to open near Emirates Hills. It is located in The Meadows, a popular residential district in Dubai.

The school has received several accolades and serves as a role model for other IB schools in Dubai. Because of sheer hard work and encouragement from the management, the students and school have achieved some of Dubai's best International Baccalaureate (IB) results.

The school has a supportive and caring environment while treating health and safety as essential. Since most Emirates International School – Meadows students are Arabs, the school helps children connect to their Emirati roots.

The school puts special emphasis on science and concept building. One of the experiments by Grade 11 students for carbon nanotube was selected by NASA from 20,000 applications to be launched into space. The head of Science and MYP mentored the student beside the DP Physics teacher. This was practically the result of the hard work put in by the management of EIS – Meadows as it nurtures the ambitions and aptitude of students.

The teaching staff and school leadership team consist of international educators and administrators sharing a common passion for teaching and learning. The school has a proven track record and is committed to providing the best international education in the city.

EIS – Meadows provides quality international education from Early Years to Year 13.

Primary School

The Primary Year Programme follows concept-based, meaningful teaching and learning methods. The lessons are transdisciplinary, not bound by traditional subject areas but are enriched with ideas. Students are encouraged to be open-minded, risk-takers and principled as IB learners.
Students are welcome to participate actively in the school community through ECO programmes, sports opportunities, and leadership programmes and share their creative ideas and talent. Primary School students can enjoy activities such as Arabic reading, rugby and yoga.

70 dedicated and committed teachers are there for students of Primary School. They work tirelessly to develop each student's academic, physical, social, and creative skills.

Middle Years Programme

The MYP consists of Years 7 to 11. Students have to undertake an e-Assessment and complete an e-Portfolio to get an IB certified MYP certificate.

High School

High School students’ learning experience is stimulated by incorporating actual work activities at different levels. Teachers inspire students and guide them thoroughly. During High School, students will have a thorough learning of the following subjects:

• English Language & Literature
• Science
• Mathematics
• Design
• Music
• Drama
• Arabic Language
• French & Spanish
• Physical Health Education

Emirates International School follows the IB curriculum from EY1 to Year 13. The school offers the IB PYP, MYP and DP as a continuum school.

The IB curriculum followed at the school gives due regard to Islamic education and Arabic as laid down by the Ministry of Education, Dubai. The curriculum is also further enriched with extra-curricular activities.

The IB curriculum is designed to meet the educational requirement of students who aim to have a successful future. The Diploma Programme (DP) is well-rounded, offering rigorous courses and enabling students to polish their skills, knowledge and attitude.

Students have to choose subjects during the Diploma Programme that enhance their personal, emotional and intellectual growth. The programme focuses on creating a dynamic combination of critical and creative thinking in students.

The subject choices make learning easy and cover all the essential elements required for Diploma Programme graduates. The IBDP is a comprehensive two years pre-university course that trains students for higher education.
Well-known international universities prefer IB curriculum graduates. Famous universities in the United States give advanced credits to IBDP graduates. Emirates International School – Meadows offers precise guidance to students regarding university selection.

The curriculum is divided into six groups, including:

Students are required to choose three subjects during the standard level and three at the higher level. The IB Diploma Programme includes CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service) and TOK (Theory of Knowledge).

KHDA inspected Emirates International School Meadows from 27th January to 30th January 2020 and rated it as “Very Good.” This was a massive improvement since the school was rated ‘Good’ for eight consecutive years.

The detailed Emirates International School Meadows KHDA rating and the report states that students show very good learning skills from the Early Years onwards, especially in Mathematics, Science and English. Students’ achievement is commendable in Arabic as an additional language and Islamic Education. However, their achievement in Arabic as a first language and UAE Social Studies is acceptable. Students of Determination make very good progress that matches their learning goals.

Students make a significant contribution through their respectful and considerate behaviour. They are responsible and show positive attitudes toward learning in addition to respect and appreciation for Islamic values. They take up leadership roles and show well-developed entrepreneurial and innovative skills.

Most teachers show very good, while some show outstanding teaching skills to engage students’ attention and interest. In most lessons, teachers make skilful use of questioning to promote critical thinking in students. Students are also challenged to explain their reasoning. Teachers use assessment information well to ensure that the work matches students’ learning needs.

School curriculum is effectively designed to develop students’ skills, understanding and knowledge. During the Diploma Programme (DP), high English and Science achievement is ensured through imaginative curriculum planning. Learning becomes meaningful through cross-curricular links and connections. The use of enrichment activities increases students’ achievement opportunities. Students' needs are met through the effectively adapted curriculum.

Students’ welfare and well-being are a high priority. Clear policies and appropriate staff training support safety procedures. Students get effective supervision, and their security is well-maintained at the school and on the school bus. School life promotes healthy living in students. Students also get high-quality care and support.

Very effective leadership ensures the all-rounded development of students at the inclusive school. There are rigorous monitoring and evaluation mechanisms in place. Parents have confidence that their children are safe and well-supported, both personally and academically.

Most advisory council members' roles and responsibilities are not clearly defined. Emirates International School Meadows runs smoothly daily, and it is also well-resourced.

The best features of the school as highlighted in the report are:

• Effective school leadership and accurate self-evaluation ensure a continuing focus on improvement in the school’s positive learning environment
• The school’s thoughtful use of assessment information and very good teaching for underpinning students’ impressive achievement, particularly in Science, Mathematics and English
• The engaging and stimulating environment in EY promotes rapid progress in all learning areas
• Strong partnerships with parents and very good arrangement that keeps students safe.
• Students’ well-being and healthy lifestyles
• Inclusive school ethos for ensuring students get excellent care and support. It also encourages a strong sense of social responsibility

Key recommendations made by KHDA include the following:

• Raising progress and attainment in Arabic as a first language to match with other subjects
• Developing strategic inclusion plan for incorporating a range of alternative educational and career pathways for students who are less suited to academic programmes
• Regarding the KHDA publication “The Gift of Good Governance” defines the responsibilities and roles of members of the advisory council.

The first day of school is 29th August. Students go on a mid-term break from 17th to 19th of October. Term 1 ends on 9th December.

Classes resume on 2ndd January for Term 2. The mid-term break lasts for two days, from 13th February to 14th February. Term 2 ends on 24th March.

Term 3 begins on 10th April and ends on 26th June.

Emirates International School Meadows academic calendar is available on the official website.

For Emirates International School Meadows admission, parents must first fill out the online application form available on the school’s website. Next, they must submit the duly completed application form, mandatory documents, and an application fee of AED 525.

After submitting the application form, parents receive a reference number within 72 hours. Parents must contact the admission office of EIS Meadows with the reference number to complete the admission process.

Once the school receives the completed form, documents and fees, the admissions team schedules an assessment or interview. However, the evaluation does not guarantee a seat at Emirates International School Meadows. If the seat is not available in the required grade, the applicant is kept on a waiting list and shall be contacted once the seat becomes available.

For admission in the Early Years, students must be toilet trained and should be able to communicate correctly. Early Years applicants do not have to go through the assessment.

For admissions into Year 1 to Year 3, the applicant should clear a teacher-led assessment test in basic subjects, including Mathematics and English.

Years 4 to 11 applicants must complete the CAT4 assessment under supervision.

Based on previous report cards and recent interviews, EIS Meadows will evaluate candidates interested in IBDP (Year 12 and Year 13). For Year 12, an interview with the IB coordinator is a must, along with the CAT4 assessment.

For Year 13, admissions are only granted to students who have good standing and transfer from IB schools. Their current courses must match those offered at Emirates International School Meadows.

All assessment results will be evaluated by academic staff and measured against the IB criteria. The school’s principal reviews the assessment results, previous school reports, application forms and documents and the student’s compatibility with the IB program. The school can also schedule parent and student interviews if required.

Emirates International School Meadows reviews a child’s academic history and student compatibility regarding courses. If the student is approved, the application is then forwarded to KHDA for final decision.

Once admission is granted, parents must clear all payments within seven working days. Parents have to sign a parent-school contract as mandated by the KHDA. If parents fail to contact the school within seven days, the admission is cancelled.

To complete the admission process, submit soft copies of the following:

• Copy of the last passport, Emirates ID and valid residency visa of parents
• Latest passport copy of the student
• Latest valid residence visa of the student
• Latest Emirates ID card of the student
• Birth certificate of the student
• Recent report cards must be in English (end of year 20-21 & end of AY 21/22)
• Ownership of residential unit or tenancy agreement (if living in Emaar community)
• A vaccination card should be submitted to the doctor on the first day of school with a medical form shared by the school medical department in due course.
• An original transfer certificate from Dubai school is necessary as per the KHDA requirement.
• Transfer certificates for overseas students should be attested from the country of origin.

Here’s a breakdown of the Emirates International School – Meadows fee structure. Note that the fee is per the KHDA guidelines and is reviewed annually. The Emirates International School Meadows fee is to be paid yearly.

Emirates International School – Meadows offers sibling discounts.

• 3rd sibling: 10% discount
• 4th sibling: 20% discount
• 5th sibling: 25% discount
• 6th sibling: 25% discount
• 5% discount on each referral

The fee includes tuition, normal equipment, workbooks, textbooks, exercise books, and routine in-house medical treatment.

The fee mentioned above does not include:

• Charges for field trips
• Transportation
• Lunch/meal at school
• External Assessment (IB)
• Paid extracurricular activities
• Uniform
• Any official photographs and school yearbook
• Cost of loss and damage of books or any other material or equipment

Other fees include these:

EIS – Meadows fee payment can be made via:

• Cash
• Cheques
• Credit card

The tuition fee in cash has to be paid to the accounts office, and the person submitting the fee should insist on receiving the official receipt. If payment is being made through cheques, it must be crossed.

The staff assures that students make healthy food choices while they have lunch. Emirates International School – Meadows encourages students to switch to healthy eating habits. The school is also reviewing a Healthy Eating Policy.

EIS – Meadows has banned all nuts. Parents are strictly advised to send snacks or packed lunches that are healthy, nutritious and nut-free.

These items should not be sent as lunch:

• Canned fizzy drinks
• Candies
• Chocolates
• Chips
• Potato crisps
• Any junk food
• Pot noodles

Students can have lunch in the dining area. Generally, parents are advised to pack sandwiches, fruits and drinks. The school staff supervises lunchtime and there’s a café where students can buy food.

Diamond Lease is the authorised school transportation partner of Emirates International School – Meadows. The student must be registered at the beginning of the school year to use the school bus services.

EIS – Meadows buses are RTA compliant and have seat belts, well-trained drivers and a female bus supervisor. The school buses leave the school at 03:05 pm.

The rules stated below must be followed strictly to ensure the safety of all students during the commute.

• Students should wear seat belts throughout the journey
• Students should remain seated
• Eating and drinking on the bus is not allowed
• Talking loudly is not allowed

Students have to obey the bus supervisor and driver during the journey
Suppose any student is found using foul language, being rude to other kids, eating or moving around in the bus, damaging the bus or not following any rule. In that case, a report will be sent to the Head of Pastoral Care for further investigation.

At first, the student will receive a verbal warning. After the second incident, a written notice will be issued to the parents. If the student does not abide by the rules and commits an offence for the third time, a written warning is given, and they cannot use the bus service for a day. Parents will also be invited for a meeting with the Head of School to discuss the consequences if a student continues to break the rules.

Parents can contact the assistant supervisor at +971-56-820-6422 for all queries related to bus transportation services.

The school pays attention to the physical well-being of the students. There is a purpose-built outdoor school turf, a multi-purpose sports hall/gym and a 20-metre indoor swimming pool.

Some key sports offered by the school are:

Basketball has four teams, football has 13 teams, netball has two teams, and cricket and rounders have one team. Students must wear trainers with non-marking soles for all sports, especially if they are using the Sports Hall.

Emirates International School – Meadows believes that extracurricular activities and academics go hand in hand and are equally important during a student’s life. To ensure students engage in extracurricular activities, Physical Education (PE) for boys and girls is part of the curriculum.

Besides lunch breaks, there is one more break during the school day where students can spend their time in outdoor spaces, corridors and libraries. There are 40 different clubs for students to join as per their aptitude. These extracurricular activities instil cultural, linguistic, artistic, practical and creative skills in students.

Those interested in swimming can join programmes led by the Hamilton Swimming Academy. Students can choose from specialist skill development and fitness courses designed to match different age groups and swimmers’ abilities.

A special set of paid and unpaid Additional School Activities (ASA) are part of the Primary School. A catalogue is sent to parents almost two weeks before the scheduled start of these activities, both in Term 1 and 2. Students have to sign up for ASA by using the Google Form.

Each student can avail of one free-of-charge teacher-led activity per term. After receiving the application, a confirmation email is sent by the school. The school does its best to place each applicant in their interested activity. All unpaid activities are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Teacher-led Additional School Activities include:

Paid Additional School Activities include:

Age-appropriate field trips to popular cultural, heritage and tourist destinations in the emirate and neighbouring cities are integral to the Emirates International School – Meadows academic year. Students visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi to learn more about the marvellous architectural masterpiece. They also took part in biking events in Dubai Sports City. Teachers took little ones to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo at The Dubai Mall.

Students of EIS -Meadows have also been on international expeditions. Past trips include visits to Singapore and Cambodia.

After-school activities are the only form of after-school care at EIS Meadows.

After-school activities are part of the learning programme for interested students. They are divided into Enrichment Activities, Study Support Activities and Sports Activities.

All After-School Activities (ASA) begin at 02:55 pm and end at 03:50 pm. If After-School Activities are scheduled for the day, all school buses will leave the premises at 4:00 pm.

These activities are scheduled from Sunday to Wednesday. All students can participate in after-school activities. The school has contracts with external providers for football, basketball and ballet, external providers while swimming, table tennis, math club, science club, golf etc., are taught by the teachers.

Performing arts, creative subjects and language acquisition (including French and Spanish) are part of ASA for High School students. Other activities for High Schoolers include Model United Nations – MUN, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and the World Scholar Cup.

The health and well-being of students are given special attention at EIS – Meadows. There are two clinics managed by a full-time nurse and a school doctor. Parents are informed via a telephone call if a student receives medical attention from a nurse or doctor.

All medical records, including vaccination, are maintained in the student’s file. Parents are also advised to inform the school doctors in case a student has a health concern. If your child has fever, cough or flu, it is best not to send them to school.

The school has an open-door policy and welcomes parents to make an appointment to meet teachers or members of the senior leadership team. To make sure a leadership team member is available for a meeting, it is advised to email the school before the visit.

The weekly School Newsletter has all the information regarding current and upcoming events to keep the parents posted. The newsletter also has general helpful information about the school.

Regular parent-teaching meetings and coffee mornings are held during every term. The staff updates parents regarding recent school developments and answers any parents' queries.

Parent-Teacher conferences are held throughout the year. Parent Representative Groups meet monthly to discuss important matters related to the school.

A parent portal is used as an online system and a meeting point for teachers, parents and students. It has up-to-date information.

• General Inquiries: +971-4-362-9009
• Admission Inquiries: +971-4-362-9009 Ext. 208/ 269
• Admissions: eismadmission@eischools.ae
• General Inquiries: meadows@eischools.ae
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What are the timings of the school?

Monday - Thursday: 07:40 am - 04:00 pm

Friday: 07:40 am - 12:00 pm

Does the school organise after-school activities?

Yes, Emirates International School Meadows has after-school activities for kids.

How many grades are there in the school?

EY1 to Year 13.

Is there any waiting list?

The school puts the the applicant’s name on a waiting list if a seat is unavailable in the required class.

Does the school follow a co-educational system?

Yes, the school has a co-education model.

How many students does the school have at the moment? How many nationalities are represented?

Emirates International School Meadows currently has 1,700 students from 80 different nationalities.

Does the school have any special education programmes or learning plans for students of determination?

Yes, students with special education needs benefit from the curriculum equally after modifications.

Can the school's academic calendar be described?

The academic year at Emirates International School Meadows runs from August to June.

Please mention the range of the tuition fee charged by the school.

AED 26,802 to AED 79,488

How to communicate with parents?

The school has an open-door policy. It also publishes weekly school newsletters and organises meetings with parents. The dedicated parent portal also has information regarding a child's progress.      

Does the school have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?

There is a cafeteria in the school and a canteen from where students can buy lunch.

Does the school organise field trips for students?

The school organises numerous field trips, including international trips.

How many teachers are currently teaching in your school?

The school currently has 150 teachers.