Head of Primary School

Raha International School

At Raha International School, a member of the Taaleem family of schools, we believe that a successful education is all about inspired, imaginative teaching, centred on the learner as an individual. We nurture students not only to achieve academic success but also to become true global citizens.

RIS is an International Baccalaureate World School catering for all grades from Early Years 1 to Grade 12. Our school community is made up of over 3,200 students from over 80 nations who collectively speak 45 mother tongues. We pride ourselves on being a big school but a small family!

The IB is internationally acclaimed and respected for its relevance in today’s multicultural and increasingly global society. We are also one of the first schools in Abu Dhabi to be awarded the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge's (ADEK) highest rating of “Outstanding”, an amazing achievement for our staff and students.

Our programmes feature an inquiry approach that aligns student interest with what they learn, thereby enriching their natural curiosity and promoting a love of learning. Our team of internationally-experienced, skilled and passionate teachers model the attributes of the IB Learner Profile and encourage students to respect themselves, others and the world around them.

Campus & Facilities

RIS opened its doors to families in 2006 and has become one of the most sought-after schools in Abu Dhabi.  In 2019, Raha announced its expansion to a second campus, the Khalifa City Campus.

The Gardens Campus is situated on 14 acres of beautifully landscaped property in the Raha Gardens development in Khalifa City. The campus features several large piazzas and wide walkways lined with palm trees, with an abundance of open space and play areas. The spacious and bright classrooms are fully equipped with the latest technology to enhance research and sharing.

Only 7 minutes’ drive from Gardens Campus is Khalifa City Campus. Situated in the heart of Khalifa City, the state-of-the-art campus will eventually house Early Years 1 to Grade 12. It features a purpose-built Early Years Centre with emphasis on safe, innovative and integrated collaborative learning spaces, and outstanding indoor and outdoor sporting facilities.

Accreditation

As part of Taaleem’s strategy of continuous improvement and self-evaluation, Taaleem requires each school to pursue accreditation from an independent accreditation body of institutions and academic specialists.

Accreditation is the process used to ensure that schools meet and maintain international standards of quality and integrity regarding academics, administration and related services.

All Taaleem schools apply to become accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), and some schools will also attain authorization and accreditation from other institutions.

Raha International School is accredited by the Council of International School (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Raha was the first school in Abu Dhabi to receive full authorization to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP).

As an employer, we offer a warm, pleasant working environment with various professional development opportunities. As a successful applicant, you will become part of a highly professional, international and amicable team at Raha International School.