Iranian Salman Farsi Boys School

The school follows the Iranian national curriculum, mandated by the Iranian Ministry of Education, and delivers all core instruction in Persian. The curriculum spans Grade 1 through Grade 12, encompassing Primary (Grades 1-5), Middle (Grades 6-9), and High School (Grades 10-12). Core subjects include Persian language and literature, Islamic studies, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arabic as an additional language, and English. In the upper secondary phase, students specialise into streams - Science, Social Studies, and Information Technology - each with a distinct examination pathway aligned to Iranian national assessments. The school does not offer internationally recognised qualifications such as IGCSE, A-Level, or IB; graduates sit Iranian national examinations and typically progress to Iranian universities or regional institutions. UAE Moral, Social and Cultural Studies (MSCS) is delivered for 90 minutes weekly across all grades, covering values including helpfulness, resilience, and civic responsibility, with group work, debate, and self-assessment forming part of the delivery method. According to the KHDA 2023-2024 inspection report, Science is the standout subject, achieving Good attainment and Good progress across all three phases - Primary, Middle, and High. This is directly attributed to consistent laboratory-based learning that develops investigative, observational, and experimental skills. English attainment is Good across all phases, though progress is only Acceptable because students have insufficient opportunities for independent reading and writing practice, particularly in Primary and Middle. Mathematics performance is strongest in High School, where both attainment and progress are rated Good, driven by specialist teachers with higher expectations and stronger examination alignment. In Primary and Middle, Mathematics attainment and progress are Acceptable, with KHDA recommending more real-life application and foundational reinforcement for younger learners. Arabic as an Additional Language is Acceptable in both attainment and progress across Primary and Middle, with speaking and listening skills outperforming reading and writing. The school has two guidance counsellors who support students with academic and career guidance, and operates a specialist support unit for students with more complex needs. Gifted and talented identification systems are still in early development. The pedagogical approach is broadly traditional and knowledge-focused, with skill development strongest in the High School phase where examination requirements drive closer attention to applied learning. KHDA notes that critical thinking, cross-curricular integration, and independent learning are not yet consistently embedded, particularly in Primary and Middle phases.