Sama International School (SIS) – Galileo Campus
Sama International School (SIS) Galileo Campus, Abu Dhabi, is the founding campus of the SAMA International Schools Group, offering a premium international education built on a “Best of Three Worlds” learning philosophy. This unique model delivers a high-quality American curriculum (California/Common Core standards) through an International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, all while fostering a vibrant trilingual environment where students master English, Arabic, and Italian. By merging rigorous American standards with IB inquiry and multilingual fluency, the school develops globally-minded leaders prepared for a diverse world.
As a fully authorized IB World School, Sama International School (SIS) Galileo Campus provides a comprehensive academic pathway through the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Career-related Programme (CP). This structure supports students through every stage of their development, ensuring they are equipped with the critical thinking, creativity, and specialized skills required for both university and professional career success.
The school’s Italian identity remains a vital cultural and academic bridge, offering specialized language pathways for both native and non-native speakers. This commitment to multilingualism and cultural awareness is supported by a modern, purpose-built campus featuring specialized facilities for academics, arts, and sports. At SIS Galileo, the focus remains on providing a holistic environment that balances academic excellence with the development of the whole student.
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EDUCATION LEVEL : Pre-SchoolPrimarySecondarySenior/High
CURRICULUM : American CurriculumInternational Baccalaureate (IB)International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (DP/IBDP)International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP/IBMYP)International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP/IBPYP)Italian Curriculum
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What curriculum does Sama International School Abu Dhabi offer?
Sama International School Galileo Campus Abu Dhabi is anchored in its Italian curriculum, which forms the foundation of its academic model. This is supported by an American curriculum framework aligned with California and Common Core standards, and enriched through the International Baccalaureate (IB) approach. The school also offers a trilingual learning environment in English, Arabic, and Italian, supporting both native and non native learners.
What IB programmes are offered at Sama International School?
Sama International School is authorised to deliver the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), forming a continuous IB learning pathway. The school is also a candidate for the IB Career-related Programme (CP), which is planned for introduction in 2026-2027, with a final authorisation visit scheduled for May 2026.
What facilities does the Sama International School campus have?
Sama International School Abu Dhabi features a modern, purpose-built campus designed to support both academic learning and student development. The school includes well-equipped classrooms, science and technology laboratories, creative arts spaces, and dedicated areas for sports and physical education. The campus is structured to enhance interactive and inquiry-based learning, with specialist facilities that support subjects such as STEM, music, and the arts. It provides a balanced environment where students can engage in both academic and co-curricular activities within a safe and supportive setting. In addition, the school offers spaces designed for collaboration, innovation, and student wellbeing, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience from early years through secondary education.
How does Sama International School prepare students for university?
Sama International School follows a structured academic pathway that integrates American curriculum standards with IB principles. This approach develops strong subject knowledge, independent learning skills, and critical thinking, preparing students for admission into leading universities worldwide.