Frequently Asked Questions: What Makes Ash Mount School Different?
What is the vision that drives Ash Mount School?
Our vision LEARN WITH PURPOSE, LIVE WITH COMPASSION, LEAD WITH COURAGE, isn’t just something we display on the walls. It shapes every decision, every lesson, and every relationship. We use it to guide how we teach, how we support wellbeing, and how we connect with our community.
How is the school campus designed to support learning?
Our campus has been created as a learning landscape — not just a collection of classrooms. Every space, both indoors and out, has been designed to foster curiosity, calm, and creativity. Flexible furniture, natural light, and quiet areas support children in thinking deeply, collaborating meaningfully, and finding space for reflection.
What future-focused learning pathways do you offer?
Students explore areas such as:
- Digital innovation
- Entrepreneurship
- Sustainability and climate action
- Sport and wellbeing
- Languages and intercultural understanding
These pathways are carefully aligned with UAE Vision 2071 and global developments, helping students become adaptable, skilled, and purposeful contributors to the future.
How is wellbeing integrated into school life?
We see wellbeing as a foundation for learning and life. Our holistic model supports:
- Emotional resilience
- Physical health and active living
- Social connection and belonging
- Personal growth and self-awareness
- Academic balance
Students are not only supported; they are taught to understand, manage, and champion wellbeing — for themselves and others.
Is the school inclusive of all learners?
Yes. Inclusion is built into every classroom, every policy, and every interaction. Our staff know students as individuals and use ongoing assessment to tailor learning. Classrooms are designed to be dyslexia- and neurodiversity-friendly, and we work closely with families and external specialists when needed.
How is sustainability woven into the school experience?
Sustainability is lived, not just taught. Students grow food in Wadi-inspired planters, manage water systems, and explore renewable energy. They engage with the ethical, scientific, and social aspects of climate challenges — and take practical action to reduce their environmental impact, aligned with the UAE’s sustainability goals.
How do students develop global awareness and cultural identity?
Our community brings together families from around the world. Students explore global issues, intercultural dialogue, and international perspectives — while also building a strong connection to UAE heritage, language, and identity. We aim to raise learners who are both proud of where they come from and open to the world.community service programs to support holistic development and skills
beyond the classroom.
Do students have a voice in shaping their experience?
Absolutely. Student agency is a cornerstone of our approach. Students co-design projects, choose learning pathways, lead wellbeing and service initiatives, and take on leadership roles across the school. We want every child to know they can make a difference — and to practise doing so.
What opportunities are there for service and community contribution?
We believe in action through compassion. Our community and service programmes are structured around local and global needs, student interest, and UAE priorities. Students work in partnership with local groups, respond to real challenges, and develop empathy, leadership, and responsibility.
Our house system, themed around UAE landmarks, builds identity, teamwork, and school spirit.Our house system, themed around UAE landmarks, builds identity, teamwork, and school spirit.
What makes your teachers different?
Our teachers are selected for their international expertise and deep commitment to student-centred learning. Every member of staff is engaged in ongoing professional development, aligned to IB standards, UAE inspection frameworks, and global best practice. Excellence is not just expected, it’s cultivated.