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Al Resalah American International School

2.9
Curriculum

American

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Location

Al Rahmaniyah

About Al Resalah American International School

Last updated 24 September 2026 · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology

Al Resalah American International School is an American school located in Sharjah - Al Keshisha 3, near Al Rahmanya Mall. The school delivers education based on American curriculum standards from Pre-KG to Grade 12, serving boys and girls.

The American curriculum at Al Resalah American International School covers education from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The school provides facilities including science labs, ICT labs, classrooms with interactive smart boards, innovation lab, libraries, art and music rooms, outdoor sports courts, indoor sports hall, and shaded play areas.

The school offers an American programme through Grade 12, following American educational standards. Classrooms include interactive whiteboards and internet connectivity for student devices.

The campus is conveniently accessible from nearby residential areas including Alrahmanya 6, making it a practical choice for families living in these Sharjah communities.

Location

Kshisha 3, Al Rahmaniyah, Sharjah

Al Resalah American International School fees

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Grade LevelAnnual Fees (recorded)Est. MonthlyFact Sheet
All Grades2026-2027 (year unverified)See PDF AED--

Inspection Report

Latest Rating (2026)
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What inspectors found in 2026

Al Resalah American International School remains good overall. Achievement is good in most subjects, with very good progress in Islamic education and Arabic in KG, though Arabic First Language attainment in High Phase is weaker. Leadership provides clear vision and direction, but monitoring of improvement actions needs sharper focus.

Strengths noted by inspectors

  • Children's progress in Arabic and Islamic Education in KG
  • Students' engagement and responsibility for learning, especially in KG, elementary and the girls' section
  • Students' understanding and appreciation of Islamic values and UAE heritage and culture
  • The analysis of assessments to identify learning gaps and adapt the curriculum
  • The principal, leaders' and governors' clear vision and ethos shared by the school community

What the school was asked to improve

  • Improve students' achievement in Arabic First Language in High Phase
  • Use more open-ended questions to extend discussion, vocabulary and critical thinking
  • Improve challenge and curriculum adaptation for higher-attaining and gifted and talented students
  • Increase the impact of teachers' feedback and students' self- and peer-assessment
  • Sharpen monitoring and target setting to ensure improvements are implemented consistently

Source: SPEA inspection report 2026 (PDF, pages 2-27), inspected 19-22 January 2026. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2024 inspection

Of the 9 performance indicators rated in both reports, 1 improved, 1 declined and 7 kept the same rating.

Improved

  • Islamic Education — Progress · High: Acceptable → Good

Declined

  • Islamic Education — Progress · Elementary: Outstanding → Good

Did Al Resalah American International School act on the 2024 recommendations?

Of the 5 recommendations made in 2024, 3 can be checked against the 2026 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.

  1. Raise students' achievement in national and international standardized tests to the next levelNot measurable from the ratings
  2. Develop innovative and challenging teaching to inspire all students to maximize their achievement across all subjects and phasesNot measurable from the ratings
  3. Ensure accuracy and robust evaluation in all aspects of the self-evaluation formNo change yet

    2 related indicators kept their ratings in 2026

  4. Develop international partnerships for the benefit of studentsNo change yet

    1 related indicator kept its rating in 2026

  5. Improve teaching and learning quality across subjects, particularly Islamic Education in Middle and Arabic in HighImproved

    Islamic Education — Progress (High): Acceptable → Good

Performance standards by year (41 indicators, 2 inspections)
IndicatorPhase20242026
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — ProgressKGVery goodVery good
Islamic Education — ProgressElementaryOutstandingGood
Islamic Education — ProgressMiddleGoodGood
Islamic Education — ProgressHighAcceptableGood
Islamic Education — AttainmentKGOutstanding-
Islamic Education — AttainmentElementaryOutstanding-
Islamic Education — AttainmentMiddleGood-
Islamic Education — AttainmentHighGood-
Social Studies — ProgressWhole schoolOutstanding-
Social Studies — AttainmentElementaryOutstanding-
Social Studies — AttainmentMiddleOutstanding-
Social Studies — AttainmentHighOutstanding-
English — AttainmentElementaryGood-
English — AttainmentMiddleGood-
English — AttainmentHighVery good-
Mathematics — AttainmentKGVery good-
Mathematics — AttainmentElementaryOutstanding-
Mathematics — AttainmentMiddleAcceptable-
Mathematics — AttainmentHighAcceptable-
Science — AttainmentWhole schoolVery good-
Other subjects — AttainmentWhole schoolOutstanding-
Arabic First Language — ProgressKG-Very good
Arabic First Language — ProgressElementary-Good
Arabic First Language — ProgressMiddle-Good
Arabic First Language — ProgressHigh-Acceptable
Social Studies — ProgressElementary-Good
Social Studies — ProgressMiddle-Good
Social Studies — ProgressHigh-Good
English — ProgressKG-Good
English — ProgressElementary-Good
English — ProgressMiddle-Good
English — ProgressHigh-Good
Mathematics — ProgressKG-Good
Mathematics — ProgressElementary-Good
Mathematics — ProgressMiddle-Good
Mathematics — ProgressHigh-Good
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadershipWhole schoolGoodGood
Self-evaluation and improvement planningWhole schoolGoodGood
Partnerships with parents and the communityWhole schoolGoodGood
GovernanceWhole schoolGoodGood
Management, staffing, facilities and resourcesWhole schoolGoodGood

Earlier inspections

2024Good

Al Resalah American International School improved from Acceptable to Good overall. Inspectors praised strong leadership, governance, and use of assessment data, good student progress across most subjects, and effective care and support. They recommended raising achievement in standardized tests, strengthening teaching in Islamic Education and Arabic, and developing more challenging, innovative instruction.

Strengths noted by inspectors

  • Students' progress in almost all subjects across all phases
  • Students' behaviour and appreciation of Islamic values and Emirati culture
  • The school's use of assessment information to influence teaching and the curriculum
  • The quality of protection, care, guidance, and support of students
  • The school's strong leadership and governance

What the school was asked to improve

  • Raise students' achievement in national and international standardized tests to the next level
  • Develop innovative and challenging teaching to inspire all students to maximize their achievement across all subjects and phases
  • Ensure accuracy and robust evaluation in all aspects of the self-evaluation form
  • Develop international partnerships for the benefit of students
  • Improve teaching and learning quality across subjects, particularly Islamic Education in Middle and Arabic in High

Source: SPEA inspection report 2024 (PDF, pages 1-26), inspected 11 – 14 March 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2024
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What did SPEA inspectors say about Al Resalah American International School in 2026?

Al Resalah American International School remains good overall. Achievement is good in most subjects, with very good progress in Islamic education and Arabic in KG, though Arabic First Language attainment in High Phase is weaker. Leadership provides clear vision and direction, but monitoring of improvement actions needs sharper focus. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2026: children's progress in Arabic and Islamic Education in KG; students' engagement and responsibility for learning, especially in KG, elementary and the girls' section; students' understanding and appreciation of Islamic values and UAE heritage and culture; the analysis of assessments to identify learning gaps and adapt the curriculum; the principal, leaders' and governors' clear vision and ethos shared by the school community.

What was Al Resalah American International School asked to improve in its 2026 inspection?

The 2026 SPEA report recommended that the school: improve students' achievement in Arabic First Language in High Phase; use more open-ended questions to extend discussion, vocabulary and critical thinking; improve challenge and curriculum adaptation for higher-attaining and gifted and talented students; increase the impact of teachers' feedback and students' self- and peer-assessment; sharpen monitoring and target setting to ensure improvements are implemented consistently.

Has Al Resalah American International School improved since its 2024 inspection?

Between the 2024 and 2026 inspections, 1 of the 9 indicators rated in both reports improved, 1 declined and 7 kept the same rating. Improvements include Islamic Education — Progress (High) from Acceptable to Good. Of the 5 recommendations made in 2024, 3 can be checked against the 2026 ratings and 1 was followed by a measurable improvement.

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Value for Money
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17
Quality of Teachers
19
Curriculum
18
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At a Glance

From the 2024-2025 inspection profile

Grades
Pre-KG, KG1, KG2, 1-12
Age
4-18
Genders
Boys and Girls
Curriculum
American
Language
English

School Profile

As reported for 2024-2025

Opening year
2015
Accreditation
SPEA
Curriculum examinations
SATs, IELTS, TOEFL

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