International School of Creative ScienceKHDA Inspection Report & RatingsLast Updated: April 7, 2026
Executive Summary
The International School of Creative Science Nad Alshiba provides a Good quality of education, maintaining its overall rating for the 2023-2024 academic year. The school has demonstrated notable improvements in students' progress and attainment across various core subjects and phases.
Academic performance has seen positive shifts, with attainment and progress in Arabic (first language), English, mathematics, and science now rated Good or better. Specifically, progress and attainment in science at Primary and progress in English at Secondary are now Very Good. The curriculum is well-designed and adapted to meet student needs, particularly in the Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary phases.
Students' personal and social skills are consistently Very Good across all phases, reflecting a strong values-based community ethos. The school's commitment to wellbeing is a priority, with provision and outcomes rated Very Good. Leadership and management are effective, with strong parental involvement and governance contributing to continuous improvements.
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International School of Creative Science Overall Rating
Good for 4+ consecutive years
Dubai Focus Areas
These three pillars represent the Dubai education authority's priorities: ensuring inclusive practices, prioritizing student wellbeing, and meeting UAE National Agenda targets.
The school has a dedicated inclusion team and clear identification procedures for students of determination. While most parents are positive about the support received, there is inconsistency in provision for students with more complex learning needs. students of determinationidentification procedures
Wellbeing is a high priority, supported by extensive documentation, regular surveys, and a committed school community. Staff and students act as wellbeing ambassadors, promoting a safe, happy, and healthy environment with strong support services. wellbeing ambassadorssupport services
The school exceeded its target in PIRLS 2021, and most students made better than expected progress in science and English GL tests. Leaders effectively use assessment data to improve student outcomes, particularly for Emirati students, although Emirati boys' reading proficiency needs further analysis. PIRLS 2021Emirati studentsreading literacy
Key Highlights
Standout achievements identified by the inspection team that distinguish this school.
Personal & Social Skills
Students demonstrate highly developed personal and social skills, along with a strong understanding and application of Islamic principles in daily life.
Improved Achievement
Significant improvements in students' progress and attainment ensure all key subjects are now rated Good or better.
Health, Safety & Wellbeing
The school effectively implements arrangements for the health, safety, care, and wellbeing of all students, rated as very effective.
Effective Self-Evaluation
Self-evaluation procedures, involving teamwork between leaders, parents, and governors, are consistently leading to improvements in student outcomes.
Strong Community Ethos
The school fosters a very strong values-based community ethos, promoting mutual respect and positive attitudes among students and staff.
Academic Performance Breakdown
Students' progress and attainment have improved in Arabic (first language), English, mathematics, and science across various phases, with all core subjects now at a Good or better level. Progress in English at Secondary and attainment and progress in Science at Primary are now Very Good.
Leadership & Management
Effectiveness of school governance, strategic planning, and leadership capacity to drive continuous improvement.
Leadership Approach
The leadership team, including the principal and senior leaders, works collaboratively to identify and address the school's development needs, leading to effective improvements. They are strongly supported by outstanding parental involvement and very good governance, ensuring accountability and effective resource management.
Inspection Findings
Students' Outcomes
Students' progress and attainment have improved in core subjects, with all now rated Good or better. Progress in English at Secondary and attainment and progress in Science at Primary are Very Good. Students' learning skills remain consistently Good across the school.
Personal Development
Students' personal and social skills are Very Good across all phases, showing positive attitudes and mutual respect. Their understanding of Islamic values and Emirati heritage is similarly Very Good, contributing to a friendly and positive learning environment.
Teaching Quality
The quality of teaching is Good overall, with teachers possessing strong subject knowledge and providing clear explanations. Assessment procedures have improved in FS, but feedback to students and self-and-peer assessment are less developed in other phases.
Protection & Care
The school provides careful and successful attention to students' protection, care, guidance, and support. Health and safety procedures, including child protection, are rigorously applied and rated Outstanding across all phases, with wellbeing outcomes being Very Good.
Areas for Development
- •Build on the well-established good teaching and recent improvements in students’ achievement to ensure that all students consistently achieve the best of which they are capable.
- •Broaden students' knowledge, understanding and practical experience of world cultures and their social and environmental awareness.
- •Strengthen the design, implementation and adaptation of the curriculum in the growing post-16 phase.
- •Provide high-quality provision for students with more complex learning needs and support teachers and assistants to meet the widening range more effectively.