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Accreditation
Accreditation is the launchpad for school improvement. Based on rigorous research-based standards and evidence-based criteria, the process probes the whole institution, from policies to learning conditions and cultural contex to determine how well the parts work together to meet the needs of every learner.
Cognia Performance Standards are at the heart of continuous improvement and accreditation. They define the characteristics of a good education institution and provide guidelines for efforts that will energetically and visibly grow learners, teachers, leaders, and organizations.
Core Values
Best Practices
Best practices are applied and integrated at all levels of the organization.
Evidence of Best Practices should be demonstrated in daily actions at the management, school, classroom, and student level leading to innovation and performance excellence.
Citizenship
The school community is empowered with a perspective of, and respect for social responsibility and good citizenship, from a global and local perspective.
Social, cultural, economic and environmental responsibility underpins this core value.
Leadership
This school values the development of visionary leadership at all levels in its community.
Through a shared vision and visible commitment of all school community members to the principles and practices of continuous improvement and performance excellence it is expected that leadership can be developed and nurtured.
Life-long Learning
We Believe in curious minds, improving memories and wisdom and building new skills throughout our life time.
This is long life learning in FIS
My top priority is to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where all students can thrive and fulfill their potential by receiving a high-quality education
School Principal
To be the leading private school in the UAE that provides an exemplary learning environment in line with the UAE National Education agenda.
To provide an exemplary learning environment that develops lifelong learners academically, socially, and promotes a sense of citizenship and cultural awareness.
- Students benefit from high standards, challenging expectations and quality work.
- Teachers will challenge every student by matching high academic expectations to individual learning potential, thereby increasing student performance.
- Teachers, administrators, parents and the community share the responsibility for advancing the school’s mission.
- Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process.
- Students learn best in a safe and respectful environment.
- Every student is a valued individual with unique social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
- Students learn best when they have appropriate opportunities for success.
- Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.
- A student’s self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect among and between students and staff.
- Students will develop planning habits, think independently, use multiple resources, evaluate personal actions, be sensitive to feedback, restrain impulsivity, make a point when it is warranted, and work diligently on a task when answers are not immediately evident.
- Students need to apply their learning in meaningful contexts.
- Schools need to function as a learning organization and promote opportunities for all those who have a stake in the success of the school to work together as a community of learners.
- The commitment to continuous improvement is imperative if our school is going to enable students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners.
Board of Trustees Members
FIS board of trustees has a strategic responsibility to set the school direction, and monitor performance as well as service quality. The Board of Trustees supports the school in spreading its vision and values among the community.
Dr. Mohammed Fteiha
President
Director of the Al Ain Campus, Director of the Smart Learning Center, and Associate Professor of Special Education. Dr. Fteiha specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Assistive Technology, and Inclusive and Special education. Dr. Fteiha holds the Senior Fellow (SFHEA) status. With extensive academic achievements, including an MA in Speech and Language Pathology and Communication Disorders, a Ph.D. (Honors) in Special Education, and a Harvard Bok Higher Education Teaching Certificate, Dr. Fteiha is well-versed in SMART learning and Distance learning approaches. He’s received accolades including Teaching Awards from ADU, the Khalifa Award for Education, and the Harvard Medical School Dubai Center TAMAYOZ Award.
Mr. Dane Satchell
Vice President
Mr. Sugahayer Al Dhaheri
chairman
Mr. Mohammed Al Dhaheri
Deputy Chairman
Mr. Mohammed Amr
Academic Advisor
Dr. Tonia Y. Williams
Principal
Mrs. Salwa Elkarima
Vice Principal
Mrs. Dina Bouraoui
Parent – member
Dr. Aysha Al Shamsi
Parent – member
Mr. Vinesh Sukumaran Nair
Parent – member
Our SLT & HOD Team
The School Leadership Team (SLT) and Heads of Departments (HODs) serve as the bedrock of our school’s academic foundation, making indelible contributions that deserve recognition. Their unwavering dedication to cultivating a culture of academic excellence stands as a driving force, establishing a benchmark for the entire institution. The members of the SLT embody visionary leadership, guiding the school toward its educational objectives with unparalleled dedication and sagacity. They possess a profound comprehension of the broader educational landscape and the nuanced intricacies of effective teaching and learning. Through strategic planning and innovative thinking, they consistently propel the school to the forefront of educational best practices. Their leadership invariably yields enhanced outcomes in teaching and learning, positively impacting the lives of students and the entire school community.
Conversely, the HODs are the lifeline of each department; their expertise and fervor for their respective subjects serve as a genuine source of inspiration. These individuals lead by example, consistently showcasing a profound love for their fields and an unwavering commitment to imparting their knowledge. Empowering their teams to excel, they foster a dynamic learning environment where students are not only encouraged but compelled to explore, question, and realize their academic potential. The HODs play a pivotal role in creating an atmosphere where learning is not just a pursuit but a transformative experience, enriching the educational journey of every student.
Dr. Tonia Williams
School Principal
Mrs. Salwa Elkarima
Vice Principal
Mr. Johan Raath
CU Guidance Counselor
Mr. Amr Jbour
Head of Math Department
Mrs. Mona Eldahshan
Head of Islamic Department
Mrs. Rola Khadra
Head of Arabic Department
Mrs. Rawia Abu Abid
Head of S.S.A Department
Mrs. Sihem Mhedhbi
Head of English Department
Mrs. Dina Bouraoui
Head of French Department
Mrs. Wiam Rouissi
Head of Computer Studies
Mr. Jerson Dungan
Head of Humanities
Mr. Mohamed Ibrahim
Head of P.E Department
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