The acquisition of language is a dynamic, life-long process that permeates all learning in a complex global society.

At Fifth Dimension, language and literacy development are critical, especially in the early years.

Language Development and Literacy must be practiced across all content areas, and all teachers will align their lessons with appropriate standards related to language and literacy.

For parents that require additional tutoring after school, we will offer additional lessons delivered by language specialists so that children can develop their English language proficiency from an early age.

Our primary focus is to encourage a willingness and confidence to communicate before accuracy.

We will provide multiple opportunities to discuss, speak publicly, and to perform to an audience.

We recognize that native language proficiency provides the foundation for all other language learning. Therefore, we recognize our responsibility to support parents and students in continuing to develop their native language skills by helping students become confident and fluent in speaking and listening, reading and writing in order to fulfil their academic potential.

At Fifth Dimension Elementary School, UAE Nationals will have priority in school admissions.  As we’re located within Nad Al Sheba, we look forward to building strong community links with the families in the local area. Our school open events will introduce parents to Dr Terry and the prospective teachers of their grade.

We recognize the importance of UAE culture and the Arabic language and we will seek to gain early insights into each child’s strengths, needs, abilities and preferences so that they can point to the most appropriate provision in the school.

Between 3 and 12 scholarships will be available to members of the Emirati community, rewarding high achievement or the special contribution that a particular student might offer.

The achievement and progress of the Emirati students will be important at all levels in the school.

Our teachers will regularly review the students’ progress and – through constant dialogue and relationship-building – will serve as the most important guide in what helps connect with, and support, each student