Learning Arabic is crucial for both cognitive development and the preservation of cultural identity. At Deira Private School, Arabic is compulsory for Arab nationals, while Arabic as a Foreign Language is required for all non-Arab students. In addition, all Muslim students are required to study Islamic Studies in accordance with the UAE Ministry of Education guidelines.
We believe that successful learning in these subjects—just like in all others—relies on high-quality, engaging teaching. To that end, we continually enhance our curriculum to ensure that Arabic and Islamic Studies are inspiring, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate. Our Arabic department works collaboratively with English class teachers to deliver a consistent and integrated learning experience, enabling students to make excellent progress in both languages.
In parallel, we offer a rich Moral and Social Studies (MSC) programme that nurtures our students’ personal and social development. This subject helps students: