The Brighton College academic curriculum is designed to impart a foundation of knowledge and body of skills with which to understand and question the world we live in and to prepare us, through an innovative approach to education, for the world we are likely to inhabit in the future. In short, we strive to turn out well-educated, tolerant and intellectually curious men and women who are ready to take a full, active and positive role in the life of our country and of our world.

Pre-prep school

We have a robust curriculum that supports the development of strong Personal, Social and Emotional skills that is further enhanced by our ‘Values’ program of study. We take pride that as pupils progress through Pre Prep they acquire and develop the skills and knowledge that will enable them to make a positive contribution both within Brighton College Abu Dhabi and the wider world in which we live.

Prep school

Pupils will be busy; we want them to find out what they enjoy and where their natural talents lie. They will be encouraged to explore new disciplines; to give everything a try; to take risks and to know how it feels to conquer challenges without fear of failing.

Senior school

The core curriculum through years 9-11 consists of English, Arabic, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. In Year 9 pupils also attend classes in History, Geography, Computing, Design & Technology, Art, Drama, Music, PE and choose to study two foreign languages from French, Spanish, Mandarin and German

Sixth form

Our desire is to encourage our pupils to develop as critical thinkers and independent learners through high quality teaching and learning that is supported by an effective pastoral system. I believe in a holistic approach to the development of our pupils and I want them to be prepared for life outside of the College gates