Excellence
Together

Welcome to Universal American School. 
We are a boutique community school where our more than 1,350 students from 80+ nationalities are known by name, supported by teachers who genuinely care, and prepared for the world through an American curriculum and the International Baccalaureate.

Community & Family

Learning together through connection across our school community. 

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An inclusive  curriculum and a diverse  community

Academic Excellence

A learning journey from Early Years to graduation

“Students are confident, engaged and supported in their learning.” 
- KHDA

Your Child’s Happy Place

We are the school where children grow into themselves, surrounded by a community that genuinely cares.

The UAS Difference

Why choose Universal American School?

 

 

 

 

 

A community where learning, wellbeing and opportunity come together. 

 

What sets UAS apart

A foundation for lifelong success

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IB American Curriculum

A recognised IB American education that builds academic depth and flexibility.

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Personalised Learning

Teaching that adapts to individual strengths and learning needs.

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Strong Community

A welcoming school culture where students feel supported and connected.

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Future Focused

Learning experiences that prepare students for university and life beyond school.

Discover The UAS Difference

A Learning Journey

A connected pathway that grows with every learner

Explore Our Pathways

Early Years

Elementary

Middle School

High School

Each stage builds confidence, independence and readiness for the next.

The


Al-Futtaim Advantage


Strength, stability and opportunity

As part of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation, UAS benefits from strong governance, long-term stability and a commitment to educational excellence across the region.

A foundation of stability, 
governance and opportunity

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Early UAS campus in Dubai Festival City
2005
Festival City Foundations
Establishing an American education in Dubai
Universal American School opened in Dubai Festival City under ESOL Education, bringing an American curriculum to a growing international community.
IB Diploma Programme authorisation milestone
2007
On the Global Map
International recognition begins
UAS earned authorisation for the IB Diploma Programme, positioning the school on the international education stage and strengthening pathways for globally mobile families.
Students learning across US and IB pathways
2010
Pathway Complete
A full learning continuum
With the addition of the IB Primary Years Programme, UAS established a complete US and IB continuum, offering breadth, rigour and flexibility across phases.
UAS campus under Al-Futtaim Education Foundation
2018
A New Era with Al-Futtaim
Stability, stewardship and growth
UAS joined the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation, enabling reinvestment into students, staff and facilities, and opening doors to wider industry and community connections.
Modern UAS campus and student life
2025
Very Good & Growing
Strong today, ambitious for tomorrow
Rated ‘Very Good’ by KHDA, UAS now serves 1,400+ students across a 70,000 m² campus with advanced academic, creative and sports facilities, celebrating 20 years of excellence and community.

Celebrating 
20 Years of Growth & Community

Two decades of learning, growth and community.

“Families are genuinely involved, communication is strong, and our child feels known and supported every day.”

Parent • Elementary School

“What stands out at UAS is the sense of community. ”

“Teachers encourage us to think for ourselves and take responsibility for our learning.”

Middle School Student

“I feel supported but also challenged to do my best.”

“I felt well prepared for the expectations of High School and confident about my next steps.”

High School Student

“UAS helped me grow academically and personally. ”

“Students are supported academically while being encouraged to develop confidence and independence.”

UAS Teacher

“There is a strong focus on both learning and wellbeing at UAS.”

“We feel informed, involved and confident in the care and learning taking place.”

Parent • Early Years

“The Early Years team created a warm and welcoming start for our child. ”

“Families are genuinely involved, communication is strong, and our child feels known and supported every day.”

Parent • Elementary School

“What stands out at UAS is the sense of community. ”

“Teachers encourage us to think for ourselves and take responsibility for our learning.”

Middle School Student

“I feel supported but also challenged to do my best.”

“I felt well prepared for the expectations of High School and confident about my next steps.”

High School Student

“UAS helped me grow academically and personally. ”

“Students are supported academically while being encouraged to develop confidence and independence.”

UAS Teacher

“There is a strong focus on both learning and wellbeing at UAS.”

“We feel informed, involved and confident in the care and learning taking place.”

Parent • Early Years

“The Early Years team created a warm and welcoming start for our child. ”

Hear From Our Community

Momentum Magazine

Transforming Educational Landscapes, the official publication of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation, capturing the voices, milestones and stories that shape life at UAS, term by term. 

 

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Where Next?


Begin Your UAS Journey


We look forward to welcoming your family.

Whether you are exploring options or ready to take the next step, we are excited to welcome you into the Universal American School community.