Dubai National School elementary curriculum reflects the learning standards outlined in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. The elementary school community strives to address these standards through a wealth of learning activities and best teaching practices to develop and maintain an educational program that is appropriate and responsive to the unique intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of each child.
DNS elementary curriculum promotes active learning and fosters creativity and self-esteem in an atmosphere which encourages students to acquire the skills and knowledge essential for continued school success and life-long learning.
DNS Elementary School Community Collectively Supports Students’ Learning By Providing:
- A safe, secure, and healthy learning environment
- Innovative use of technology to support curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Rigorous and developmentally responsive curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Personalized learning path for each individual learner
- Strong links among family, school, and community
Phase 2: Elementary School
The elementary school curriculum is enriched through a wide range of educational, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs that enhance the students’ academic, social, and personal growth. Students are provided with opportunities to experience ample social, scientific, environmental, sporting, and cultural extra-curricular activities to serve the community.
In a student-centered learning environment, classroom teachers differentiate the curriculum and their instruction to meet the needs of all learners. Our teachers are committed to helping all students to meet or exceed the learning standards. Students acquire social and academic skills in the classroom and become active life-long learners and productive citizens.
