Al Resalah American International School

Al Resalah American International School (RAIS) in Sharjah, part of the Athena Education Group, was established in 2015. It offers a quality American curriculum for students from Kindergarten through to Grade 12, which is underpinned by Islamic and Emirati values. The curriculum is based on the Common Core Standards and the UAE-prescribed Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum, designed to prepare students for both university education and future careers. RAIS highlights its strong Special Educational Needs (SEND) Department, highly qualified teachers, and partnerships with high-performing universities such as Heriot Watt, American University in Dubai, and American University of Sharjah. The school day for students starts at 8 AM, with Grades 1-5 finishing at 12:30 PM and Grades 6-12 at 1:30 PM. RAIS provides a range of extra-curricular activities, including Quran Club, Robotics Club, Sports Clubs, and opportunities for leadership in the Student Council. The campus features new facilities, bright classrooms, interactive whiteboards, and a shaded outdoor field. For admissions, RAIS provides a bus service covering Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain, with fees varying by distance. Sibling discounts and discounts for military/police personnel, medical personnel, and early full fee payments are also available. The school emphasizes a safe and enjoyable learning environment, actively reviewing its curriculum to ensure it meets recent educational practices and future student needs, with separate classes for gender.