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Al Barsha Al Twar

DNS GOVERNING BOARD

2008– 2009
 

 

Names

Position

1.

Marwan Ahmad Al Ghurair

Chairman

2.

Juma Ahmad Al Ghurair

Vice Chairman

3.

Mohd. R. El-Merabi

Director

4.

Ossama Y. Ajoul

Vice-Principal & Financial Controller

5.

Amjad Abu Jabr

Principal of Al Twar Branch

 

THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE OF THE U.A.E.  

The United Arab Emirates is part of the Arab nation and indivisible from the greater Islamic society; thus its heritage is part of the Arab-Islamic heritage in its widest sense and extends across the whole area covered by Islam.  The heritage of the UAE has the same characteristics and attributes of this wider Arab-Islamic heritage but has its own special features which are products of its location and the way it has interacted with its environment.

There are many features in the heritage of the UAE which are in harmony with Arab-Islamic heritage, the most important being: integration between the human and applied sciences; work as a value which gives equal status to productive work regardless of its type and thereby affirming work as a right and a duty for all members of the community; having the confidence to make changes and ensure their appropriate course, benefiting from the experiences of others and affirming the principle of discovery.  These characteristics have enabled the people of the UAE to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and have given birth to a dynamic, ever-changing and evolving society.

Among the major characteristics, and perhaps the most unique, of this heritage are the ability to face harsh conditions in the surrounding environment, to make maximum use of available resources and to react positively to the environment, culturally and intellectually, by contributing to it and benefiting from it.

In its unique way this heritage has stressed a set of sublime moral values including generosity, dignity, pride, personal integrity, respect for the elderly, protection for the weak and the needy, support for the oppressed, truthfulness and fulfillment of promises.


  Information

SCHOOL PROFILE

Dubai National School was founded in 1987 by a group of experts in the fields of education, sociology, psychology and health as suitable for the student population of the country, both locals and non-locals, through an atmosphere of Islamic customs and beliefs.   

DNS is a private school.   It offers an international program which serves students from KG to Grade 12.   It has now two branches with approximately 4000 students.

STUDY PROGRAMS

  1. The American Syllabus :

  • Al Barsha Branch :   One of the largest and most modern schools in the area.
  • Al Twar Branch :  A modern building which is distinguished for its unique structure and modern facilities.

     

Both schools have the same philosophy and objectives which are summarized as follows:

TOTAL POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE
GENERATIONS CAPABLE OF PARTICIPATING
IN THE FUTURE GLOBAL PROGRESS.

In order to achieve our goals:  

  • Qualified, experienced & dedicated  teachers of the highest integrity are recruited.
  • We maintain our culture and national heritage and enhance traditional values in our students.
  • We help to develop skills through a wide range of activities.
  • We follow all technological advances and provide the latest educational means.  


DIPLOMAS

Graduates of Dubai National Schools are accepted in Arab and Foreign Universities.

  1. The American Syllabus :  The “High School Diploma” is awarded to the student upon successfully completing Grade 12.  A student’s High School diploma may be equalized to Al Thanaweiah Al Ameh (National Secondary Certificate) if that student has passed the examinations required by United Arab Emirates for Arabic and Islamic Education, in addition to completing successfully the TOEFL Test with a minimum score of (500) or (171) computer based and the SAT1 for Mathematics Sections with a minimum score of (400).    

 

  • Graduates of Dubai National School are accepted in Arab and Foreign Universities.
  • Candidates have to successfully pass a written aptitude test and undergo an interview with the principal or his assistants.
  • The test will include Arabic, English and Mathematics.  Students applying for the High School must successfully pass additional tests that include Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
  • Candidates will be accepted only upon presentation of attested certificates or transfer certificates from the Ministry of Education.

ACCREDITATION
Dubai National School is accredited and recognized by the U.A.E. Ministry of Education.   We have also achieved our American Accreditation through NEAS&C (New England Association of Schools & Colleges) in 2003.

MIXED & SEPARATE SCHOOLING
Boys are separated from girls once they complete Grade 3 and start Grade 4.

SCHOOL SECTIONS

Kindergarten >> (3 years old) KG1 - KG2
Elementary   >> Six years Grades 1 - 6
Intermediate >> Three years Grades 7 - 9
High School >> Three years Grades 10 - 12

 

NO. OF TERMS PER YEAR

The school academic year is divided into four (4) terms distributed as follows:

Term

Starts

Ends

1st Term

September 9, 2008

November 27, 2008

2nd Term

December 6, 2008

March 16, 2009

3rd Term

March 22, 2009

June 8, 2009

 

SCHOOL TIMING / WEEKLY TIMETABLE / WEEKLY LOAD

The weekly timetable includes 38 periods per week (8 periods per day except for Thursday which includes 6 periods only).   Classes starts at 8:00 a.m. and end at 2:20 p.m. daily.   There are also 2 recess times (snack and lunch breaks).  Different break times are assigned depending on the grade level. 

The official working hours for the teachers are as follows:          

Administration

7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Teachers

7:40 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

KG Department

7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

 

School Times

School times are clarified in the table below:

DAY KG1 è KG2 GRADE 1
SUNDAY è WEDNESDAY Start End Bus Dep. Start End

Bus Dep.

7:50 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

7:50 a.m.

2:20 p.m.

2:20 p.m.

THURSDAY

7:50 a.m.

12:30 pm.

12:30 pm.

7:50 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

12:30 p.m.

 

CLASS

Day Morning Assembly 1st Period End of School Day
G2 è G12 Sunday   è  Wednesday 7:40 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 2:20 p.m.
Thursdays 7:40 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

 

SCHOOL DIVISIONS

Dubai National School (Al Barsha) is composed of eight (8) school sections.   Each section has an Administrative Supervisor.   The school sections are distributed as follows:

 

Section

Classes

KG Section

KG1 – KG2 & Grade 1

Lower Elementary Section

Grades 2 & 3 (Boys and Girls)

Upper Elementary Section  (Boys)

Grades 4, 5 & 6 (Boys)

Upper Elementary Section  (Girls)

Grades 4, 5 & 6 (Girls)

Intermediate Section (Boys)

Grades 7, 8 & 9 (Boys)

Intermediate Section (Girls)

Grades 7, 8 & 9 (Girls)

Secondary Section (Boys)

Grades 10, 11 & 12 (Boys)

Secondary Section (Girls)

Grades 10, 11 & 12 (Girls) 

 

COURSE DIRECTORY

The Course Directory is a document that includes all the subjects taught at DNS for the different levels.   It also includes the number of classes assigned per subject per week. The Course Directory will be available on-line. 

 

LSP PROGRAM   (Learning Support Program) 

The Learning Support Program is a pull-out program in its nature where students have to move from one room to another or from one building to another.   Certain procedure is followed to determine who needs LSP. 

  

PRIVATE TUTORING

Private tutoring inside or outside the school is only allowed after obtaining the Principal's consent.   Fees are determined by the administration.   Teachers are required to complete the special forms before any lessons are given. 

  

HOMEWORK WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Homework assignments are assigned through a specific weekly schedule for all the subjects.   The schedule will be accessible through the school's server and every teacher has his/her own pass code to access it. 

  

MORNING ASSEMBLY AND BREAK DUTIES

All teachers must attend the morning assembly even if they do not have classes in the first period.   They should supervise the students in the morning assembly and during breaks.  

  

SCHOOL FACILITIES

The Al Barsha campus is located in a newly developed area; it features a large compound containing a number of separate buildings designed in a modern architectural style.  There is also an administration area, food services (cafeterias) and gymnasiums.   The home economics, computer, physics, chemistry and electronics labs are fully-equipped.   Separate labs serve the boys and girls sections.   The grounds are spacious and attractively landscaped with numerous courtyards and gathering areas.   Outdoor soccer, tennis and swimming facilities are provided.   Libraries are located in the girls, boys and KG sections.   Two clinics are also located in the boys and girls sections.    

 

MULTI-MEDIA ROOMS

A multi-media rooms is available in every section.  It has a computer, a multi-media projector, and an internet connection point.  These rooms are used by the teachers according to needs.  Teachers should place a booking with the Department Supervisor to access to these rooms.  

 

APPEARANCE / DRESS CODE

All DNS employees are required to dress in a decent manner, which is in harmony with the Islamic culture of the country.

  

CIGARETTE SMOKING

No staff is hired if he/she smokes.  Also, no visitors or guests may smoke within the campus. 

  

TRIPS / EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

School trips are scheduled throughout the year.   Teachers are scheduled to participate according to the special schedule issued in this regard.   Teachers also participate effectively in the extra-curricular activities.

 

FEES

Please contact the school for additional information.

 

TRANSPORTATION

Air-conditioned buses for Dubai and Sharjah.



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