INTRODUCTION
OUR IDEA AND ACTIVITIES
DIS has been educating the students of Dubai since 2005. We offer a highly experienced and dedicated teaching staff who will nurture and challenge your child as they navigate their way through the IB Programme.
HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE
DIS shares the Vision of the IB Organisation to ensure that the students who pass through our doors leave us as passionate life-long learners and responsible global citizens. The IB curriculum, with its focus on creating globally-minded students who are the leaders of tomorrow, fully marries with DIS Values.
In addition, students at DIS have the IB Learner Attributes embedded into their learning from FS1. We recognise the value of developing the skills of the individual so that they are fully prepared for life at university and beyond.
DIS offers students a state-of-the art sixth form facilities – the IB Hub.
The IB Hub at Deira International School consists of three floors; the Innovation Hub, the Productivity Hub and the Social Hub.. These facilities include study areas, dining, social and leisure facilities, which all combine to provide an ambient place to collaborate, relax and study independently.
IB AT DIS
OUR PROGRAMMES AND RECOGNITION
At DIS, we offer a fully inclusive package of IB pathways to ensure all students succeed at our school.
A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL OUR STUDENTS
IBDP – OUR DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
Students study six subjects from the different IB groups, three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. Students also study a core component which helps prepare them for the rigours of university – Theory of Knowledge (a critical thinking based course), the Extended Essay (an opportunity to conduct research into a topic of their choice) and CAS (where students complete extra-curricular activities aimed at giving back to the community.
IBCP – OUR CAREERS BASED PATHWAY
Students study one Btec qualification and choose between two to four IB subjects at either standard or higher level. Students also have the opportunity to go on work placements with our partner organisations and complete a Core component, consisting of a Reflective Project, Service Learning and Language Development. This pathway is equal to the IBDP and is recognized by universities across the world.
IB COURSES
This is for students who want more flexibility. Students study six IB subjects but can choose any combination of standard and higher level. Students are not required to complete the Core component and points will be awarded for their individual subject choices. IB Courses is also recognized by universities world wide.
WHY IB AT DIS? RESULTS
• Significantly outperform schools across the world. DIS 2024 scored an average of 33.5 points compared to the world average of 32.
• DIS has a 100% pass rate, significantly higher than the world average pass rate of 98%.
• The first school worldwide to graduate students from IBCP
DIS offers a fully inclusive programme – there is a pathway for every type of student at DIS.
FLEXIBILITY OF PATHWAYS
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDINGS (MoUs)
We have also forged new MoUs with:
• American University of Sharjah (specifically: the Sharakah Schools Programme)
• Paris II - Pantheon Assas Universite
• Rochester Institute of Technology - Dubai
IB subjects
SCHEDULE
Core CAS University Counselling
Introduction and content
introduction and content
Introduction to CAS
Building content
Introduction to EE and project approval
Building portfolio of experiences and projects
exams and start of IAs
First draft of EE TOK exhibition CAS interviews
Introduction of application process
IB subjects and Btec
Work placements
Core University Counselling
Introduction and content Work Placement 1
Introduction to Service Learning and Language Development
Building content
Introduction to Reflective project and approval EOY exams and start of IAs
Placement 2 First draft of Reflective project Introduction of application process
Focus on IAs
Final EE submission
Final TOK submission
Building portfolio of experience and projects
Writing of personal statements
US college essays
Early application deadlines
Mock Examinations End of content
Focus on IAs
Work Placement 3
Final RP submission
Writing of personal statements
US college essays
Early application deadlines
Final CAS interviews and submission deadline
Normal application deadlines
Mock Examinations End of content
Service Learning and Language Development portfolio submitted
Normal application deadlines
TESTIMONIALS
JANA
ALUMNI
Growing up, my identity was fazed from moving around due to my parent’s job. I felt the need to change to fit in, but that all changed when I joined Deira International School, my second home. The home that welcomed me and allowed me to flourish. The home that rooted for me when I won my first poetry competition, and when I scored my first goal. The home that listened to me and gave me the space to be creative alongside my peers to redesign our sixth form space. The home that mentored me and helped me attain my goal of a perfect 45 points in IB. Deira International School will always be my second home; the place where I found me.
SCHOLARSHIP
ROXANNE IB 2
“Achieving this scholarship is an element of motivation to perform at my highest potential as I see it as a manifestation of encouragement and validation of my personal growth and learning journey at DIS. I vividly remember when I heard I had received the scholarship. I was squealing at the top of my voice and running around the house. I was ecstatic and seeing the sheer happiness on my parents’ faces made me realize how much the commitment and dedication towards my studies was all worth it! I feel so grateful to be a part of a group of like-minded and hard-working individuals who were all given the same wonderful opportunity through Al Futtaim Education Foundation to propel in what they do best.”
FOREVER LEARNING, FOREVER ACHIEVING
PARTNERSHIPS
Our ownership by the Al Futtaim Education Foundation allows us unique opportunities for internships, work placements and scholarships.
We have also forged new partnerships with:
• School of Humanity
• World Class Scholars
• Al Futtaim Education Foundation This means that our students have access to incredible extra-curricular prospects, making them some of the most competitive university applicants.
WE LOOK TO THE FUTURE