We are a K–12 American curriculum school serving the Baniyas community of Abu Dhabi, and we are proud to be part of the Future Leaders family of schools. FLIS is more than a school building – it is a community where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow a little more each day.

Our work is anchored in our shared values of respect, honesty, care, tolerance, resilience, belonging, and loyalty. These are not just words on a wall; they shape how we treat one another, how we learn together, and how we respond when things are challenging. They also drive our vision to empower students to play an active, positive role in an ever-changing global community.

Our mission is to prepare students for life through meaningful learning experiences in a safe, positive and productive school environment. To achieve this, we focus on developing key competencies in every learner: collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, cultural awareness and citizenship, digital competence, and an entrepreneurial mindset. These skills, alongside strong academic foundations, ensure our students are ready for the future, not just for exams.

At FLIS, we are committed to high-quality teaching and learning in a safe, caring and well-structured environment. Our teachers use age-appropriate, research-informed strategies, current technology, and data on student progress to plan lessons that are engaging, challenging and accessible to all learners. We also place a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and character, believing that confident, respectful and responsible young people are best placed to succeed.

Our curriculum is a standards-based American program from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a strong focus on English Language Arts, Mathematics and Science. Students also benefit from specialist subjects such as Information Technology, Physical Education, Art and Music. In addition, we implement the Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic/Arabic as a Second Language, Islamic Education, UAE Social Studies and Moral Education, ensuring our students are firmly rooted in the values, culture and traditions of the United Arab Emirates.

I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, our approach to teaching and learning, and the many opportunities available to our students inside and outside the classroom. Whether you are a prospective parent, a current family, or a member of our wider community, I hope you gain a clear sense of who we are and what we stand for.

Thank you for considering Future Leaders International School as a partner in your child’s education. I look forward to welcoming you to our campus in person.

Warm regards,
Mark Butler
Principal
Future Leaders International School (FLIS)