School of Modern Skills

School of Modern Skills (SMS) is a NEASC-accredited private K-12 school providing an enhanced and rigorous American curriculum based on Californian Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts and Mathematics, with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Science. The Ministry of Education program is used for Arabic, Islamic Education, and Social Studies. SMS is a unique neighborhood school designed to foster an inspiring, empowering, and nurturing learning community that develops upstanding, creative, and caring global citizens. The school emphasizes innovation, celebrates academic achievement, and develops compassionate, respectful leaders. SMS offers separate campuses for boys and girls in grades 5-12. The school provides comprehensive educational experiences through programs including Early Years Development Program (EYDP), ENGAGE Extended Day Program, The Middle School Program, The Fifth Grade Academy, and After School Academic Program (ASAP). The curriculum integrates cutting-edge educational methods and technologies with project-based learning connected to real-world applications. SMS prioritizes holistic student development through social-emotional learning (SEL), peer mentoring, restorative practices, and personalized support. The school celebrates UAE's culture and traditions, with faculty representing 33+ nationalities. State-of-the-art facilities support the educational mission.