American School of Dubai

The American School of Dubai (ASD) is one of the oldest and most established international schools in the UAE, founded in 1966. Originally known as the Jumeirah American School, ASD is an independent, not-for-profit institution located in Al Barsha. The school offers an American curriculum from Early Learning through Grade 12, serving approximately 2,000 students aged 3 to 18 from a wide range of international backgrounds. ASD holds accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Council of International Schools (CIS). The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a wide range of extracurricular activities including competitive sports, performing arts, MUN, robotics, and debate. ASD has been recognised by the KHDA as a 'Good' school and has received awards including the Zayed Sustainability Prize. With over 300 faculty members and a strong alumni network across global universities, ASD continues to be a trusted choice for English-speaking expatriate families across Dubai.