American Schools

Sharjah offers a wide selection of curriculums in its extensive network of private academic institutions. Amongst these, American schools are by far the most popular and the most well-reputed, but how much do you really know about the American curriculum and how the schooling in the UAE differs from that in the United States? This guide will give you the basics about American schools in Sharjah , the curriculum being taught at these institutions, and some points you’ll need to keep in mind before your child applies for admission. Let’s begin! What is the American curriculum?  In June 2009, the U.S. National Governors Association (NGA) and Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), in partnership with a team of teachers from across the country, announced the Core Common States Standard Initiative (CCSSI).   The CCSSI specifies what students should have learnt in Mathematics, English Language Arts & Literature, History, Social Studies, S...

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