Researching schools in Abu Dhabi

 

1. When making a decision about where to place your children, how much credence do you give the following factors? (score each out of five (one being least, five being most important))

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School location
ADEC school rating
Word of mouth reviews
Cost
International association
Curriculum
 

2. How important are each of the following sources to you when researching the school to send your children to? (score each out of five (one being least, five being most important))

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Online expat forums
Social media
Newspapers/traditional media
Visiting in person
Asking friends or neighbours
Website
 

3. In terms of your own perception of value for money, education standard and service, please rate the following education providers on a scale of one to five where five represents best standards and value for money.

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Brighton College
GEMs Schools
Aldar Academies
International School of Chouifat
Cranleigh
British International Abu Dhabi
 

4. When considering a school, in addition to the school’s website, what other outlet would you consider as your key source to find out about the events, activities and other information about day to day school life. Pick one only: