EYFS
A nurturing start where curiosity, play and early learning foundations begin.
AICS places students in age-appropriate grade levels in accordance with the Ministry of Education/KHDA regulations.
Families are encouraged to use the country comparison chart below to ensure that they are applying to the correct grade level, taking into account the differences that exist in the naming of “grades” around the world.
If there are questions about the correct grade-level placement, please contact the Admission Team. Please note the new KHDA regulations for FS1/FS2 applications September 2026/27 and the changes of age requirements:
A simple, transparent four-step admission process
AICS places students in age-appropriate grade levels in accordance with the Ministry of Education/KHDA regulations.
Families are encouraged to use the country comparison chart below to ensure that they are applying to the correct grade level, taking into account the differences that exist in the naming of “grades” around the world.
If there are questions about the correct grade-level placement, please contact the Admission Team. Please note the new KHDA regulations for FS1/FS2 applications September 2026/27 and the changes of age requirements:
Age placement at AICS is guided by the student’s date of birth, previous school records, curriculum background, and academic readiness. Our admissions team helps parents understand the appropriate year group before beginning the application process.
Correct placement is important because it allows each student to learn at the right level, feel confident among peers, and progress successfully through the British Curriculum pathway.
Young learners are placed according to age, early development, independence, communication skills, and school readiness.
Young learners are placed according to age, early development, independence, communication skills, and school readiness.
Young learners are placed according to age, early development, independence, communication skills, and school readiness.
Age placement at AICS is guided by the student’s date of birth, previous school records, curriculum background, and academic readiness.
The entrance assessment helps us understand each student’s current academic level, learning strengths, and areas where support may be needed. The assessment is not designed to create pressure, but to help the school make the right placement decision and provide the right support from the beginning.
Assessment requirements may vary depending on the student’s year group and previous educational background.
