Future Ready.
Future Ready.
to our Community
The American School of Dubai is an independent, not-for-profit, U.S. curriculum, PreK-12 international school that provides learning experiences designed to promote the maximum potential of its students.
Established in 1966, prior to the founding of the UAE, ASD takes pride in its enduring traditions and a legacy alumni community that spans generations and continents.
Years Strong
Rich opportunities and a deeply connected community empower students to discover what excites them, build meaningful relationships, and grow in and beyond the classroom. With hundreds of offerings across athletics, arts, clubs, and experiential learning, every student is encouraged to explore interests, develop confidence, and find their voice.
Extra-curricular Offerings
Global citizenship is part of everyday life at ASD. Students learn alongside peers from more than 80 nationalities and are guided by a multinational team of educators who bring global perspectives into every classroom.
Nationalities
As one of the few not-for-profit schools in Dubai, ASD channels all tuition and fees back into the school community, enhancing learning programs, advancing facilities, and supporting the people who make our mission possible.
Tuition Reinvested in Student Learning
The ASD rosette is a visual expression of our mission, values, and attributes, working in harmony to shape a transformational educational experience, and enriched by artistic elements that honor the culture and heritage of the UAE.
Our Mission is to challenge and inspire each student to achieve their dreams and to become a passionate learner prepared to adapt and contribute in a rapidly changing world.
Compassion
Excellence
Integrity
Respect
Responsibility
Communicators
Self Aware
Resilient
Empathetic
Global Citizens
Innovative
The Early Learning Center is an on-campus, purpose-built, flexible learning environment for PreK, K1, and K2 students.
In Elementary School, students develop curiosity and confidence through a balanced program that blends hands-on discovery with intentional structure.
The Middle School cultivates academic growth and curiosity while encouraging students to explore their evolving interests.
The High School nurtures well-rounded learners who engage in thoughtful inquiry, take ownership of their learning, and graduate as reflective thinkers ready for higher education and beyond.
Community is the Heartbeat of ASD. It is felt in every classroom, across stages and sidelines, and through the lasting connections shared by Falcons past and present. From spirited student leaders and engaged parents to dedicated employees and proud alumni, our community thrives on connection, collaboration, and shared purpose.
When Adrienne Gerst stepped into the choir room at ASD well over a decade ago, she brought with her years of experience and a deep love for choral music. What she didn’t expect was how profoundly the move from small-town Iowa to the heart of Dubai would shape her life, both on and off the podium.
For Grade 10 student Maana ‘27, fashion goes beyond style. It is a form of storytelling, a canvas for creativity, and a platform for sustainability. Recently, her passion for both art and science came together in a powerful way through her entry in the 2025 Junk Kouture competition, where she designed and constructed a dress entirely from recycled materials.
Long before she ever stepped into a courtroom, Darby Heino ’15 was already setting records, balancing passions, and building community. A proud “lifer” who attended ASD from K1 through Grade 12, Darby distinguished herself in all areas of student life.
Perry Alashmawi never imagined she would become a teacher... But in 2020, a new chapter began when she joined the Early Learning Center at ASD, working with the youngest students on campus.
Vikram ‘96 has built his life and career on the pillars of trust, friendship, and the transformative connections forged during his years at the American School of Dubai. From his family’s historic journey in the pearl trade to co-founding one of Dubai’s most trusted safety deposit locker businesses, Vikram’s story is one of vision, resilience, and a deep commitment to the ASD community.
While many young readers imagine writing a book one day, Aaliya has already made it a reality. At just 12 years old, she has written and published her first novel - Secrets of Aldovia - and she’s not stopping there. With a second book already in the works, her journey as a young author is just beginning.
