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Our students’ education is enriched by the diversity and togetherness of our global school community, which is one of the most diverse in the Middle East. You’ll love being part of the Swiss International School Dubai (SISD) family, and we promise to help you make the most of your child’s time here.
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IMPORTANT DATES: 2024-25

Keep track of term, holiday, and event dates at SISD with our 2024-25 calendar.
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FOLLOW YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING JOURNEY

THE SISD PARENT PORTAL

Our iSAMS Parent Portal is the place to find important information about your child’s learning journey at SISD. From school reports and achievements to key communications and documents, the Portal is a hub for our parent community.
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A HOLISTIC EDUCATION

An SISD education is truly holistic, balancing academic excellence with character-building experiences and opportunities for every student to do what they love.
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After-school activities
Our extensive after-school activity (ASA) programme features a myriad of academic, creative, and tech-focused opportunities. Clubs include origami, mindfulness, robotics, coding, photography, and chess. Working closely with the very best providers, we also offer an exciting range of external activities, from a simulator pilot programme and career coaching workshop to coding, ballet, and musical theatre.
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Sports
Students of all ages and abilities make the most of our world-class sports facilities, as they get active, try new things, and showcase their talents. Our Speedo Swim Academy and Athletics Academy inspire gifted athletes to fulfil their potential, while padel tennis, water polo, beach volleyball, and many other clubs offer recreational fun and fitness. Guided by outstanding coaches, our SISD sports teams compete against the best, both nationally and around the world.
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Trips and expeditions
Local and international adventures deepen our students’ understanding of the world and enrich their education. Subject-specific trips – including our geography expedition to Iceland – bring classroom learning to life, while outreach expeditions to destinations including Thailand and Borneo give our Secondary students the chance to make a real difference. A variety of day and overnight trips within Dubai connect our students with their communities, as well as offering exciting opportunities for exploration and discovery.
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Councils and societies
Our student-led councils and societies bring likeminded learners together. Our House Council organises fun events and competitions, while our Sustainability Council works tirelessly to make our school and local community an eco-friendly place. Our engineering, medical, arts, and politics societies are dynamic groups where students bond over shared passions and explore pathways to potential careers.
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Nord Anglia collaborations
Being part of the Nord Anglia Education family transforms how and what our students learn. Your child will enjoy a world-class performing arts education through our collaboration with The Juilliard School, while our Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)-inspired STEAM programme reimagines learning in extraordinary ways. Our collaboration with UNICEF, meanwhile, challenges students to make a positive impact on the world around them.
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Action and service
A range of service opportunities – both through our International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes and beyond the curriculum – nurture our students’ character, intellect, and global awareness. These include our Model United Nations programme, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, and charitable, community, and environmental initiatives.
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A WELCOMING PARENT COMMUNITY

Our thriving Parents’ Association is open to everyone. They organise a variety of events, from National Day celebrations to new parent socials, which bring families together. They also foster a strong sense of togetherness and community, and live and breathe our BEST values.

Throughout the year, parents are invited to celebrate student achievements, enjoy musical performances, and connect with staff and fellow parents at regular coffee mornings.
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ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED

You'll find everything you need to know about life at SISD right here. 
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School meals
Created in consultation with top nutritionists, our school menu features healthy, delicious food options, which are prepared using the highest-quality ingredients.
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Bus service
We offer a safe, smooth, and efficient pick-up and drop-off bus service to destinations across Dubai.
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Uniform
Our uniform creates a sense of togetherness and belonging, and students across the age groups wear it with pride.
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Health and wellbeing
Our holistic approach to education ensures every child receives the care, support, and inspiration they need to thrive.
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House system
Every student is a member of one of our Houses, which cultivate community spirit across the age groups.
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Policies
Our policy documents cover everything from behaviour and anti-bullying to admissions and safeguarding.
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School day
Every student’s day is filled with an exciting mix of learning experiences, which are carefully planned around our structured timetable.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

  • Where is SISD located?

    Our spectacular campus is perfectly positioned to make the most of one of the world’s most dynamic cities, as well as being just 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport.

    Our full address is: Swiss International School Dubai, Dubai Healthcare City, Phase 2, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, PO Box 505002, UAE.

  • What curricula do you teach?

    SISD is one of just 50 IB World Schools globally, offering the full continuum of IB programmes. From 3 through to 18, our students follow seamless pathways from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) through to the Middle Years Programme (MYP), IB Diploma (IBDP), and/or the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP).

    The IB continuum is academically rigorous and respected around the world. Each programme is also packed with character-forming learning experiences that nurture critical thinking, spark creativity, and build resilience. This creates well-rounded individuals who not only achieve fantastic results, but also flourish as people.

  • What languages do you teach in?
    SISD is a truly bilingual school. Our students follow bilingual pathways in English, French, and/or German, which ensures they become confident dual-language communicators. Bilingualism also cultivates a deep cultural understanding, nurturing respectful citizens who are ready for success in our globalised world.
  • Do you offer boarding?

    Yes, we offer boarding for 11 to 18-year-olds (Grades 6-13). We have three options: full, weekly, and flexi boarding.

    Our boarders benefit from an exciting, culturally enriching, and truly immersive experience. Welcomed into our cosmopolitan community, our students grow intellectually, develop their cultural awareness, and make lifelong friends. Boarding with us also means exciting activities, expert academic support, and the very best pastoral care is available every single day.

  • Which universities do your students go to?
    Our students’ success takes them to the very best universities in the world. Armed with world-leading IB results and an impressive array of IB Learner Profile traits, every SISD graduate receives an average of four offers from the world’s best universities. These include top 100 institutions in France, Switzerland, the UK, and Canada.
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NEWS AND EVENTS

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INSPIRING EXCELLENCE

Our exceptional educators’ International Baccalaureate (IB) experience, passion for languages, and unwavering dedication to our BEST values will ensure your child excels academically and blossoms as an individual. 

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