Accreditations and Affiliations | About Us | DIA Al Barsha | Dubai, U.A.E

KHDA Inspection Report

DIA Barsha was rated Very Good in only our third annual inspection in January 2024, celebrating many Outstanding ratings in individual indicators.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

DIA Barsha is a fully authorised IB World School offering the full continuum of four IB programmes, Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-Related Programme (CP) for students aged 3-19.

These programmes challenge students to excel in both personal development and academic achievement. IB supports schools are required to undergo professional development that improves teaching and leadership, providing a rigorous, high-quality education. IB World Schools are evaluated every 5 years by the organisation to ensure they meet regualtions and to support their development.

The IB develops inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through education that builds intercultural understanding and respect.  

Pearson BTEC

DIA Barsha is authorised to offer the BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in a variety of subjects. This qualification is central to our offering of the IB Career-Related Programme (CP) but can act as a qualification in it’s own right, widely accepted by universities and seen as equivalent to the IB Diploma Programme or 3 A-levels.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation is an international charity supporting young people, aged 14 and over, to find their purpose, place and passion in the world. The Award framework supports young people develop their own bespoke programme, as they work towards achieving the internationally recognised Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, encouraging commitment and resilience, whilst also developing positive habits for the future.

Dubai Cares (GIVE Foundation)

The “Gift of Innoventures Education” (GIVE) was launched in 2014 enabling our school community to provide support to local and international communities. Partnering with Dubai Cares, GIVE has contributed to providing clean drinking water and education, building schools in Nepal, Malawi and Senegal. Every dirham raised by our school community is matched by our Governors.

Sports Partners

DIA Barsha is a member of DASSA (Dubai Affiliated School Sport Association) giving students the chance to compete in sports leagues against schools across Dubai through our A, B and C teams.

We compete in the annual World School Games events, giving our elite athletes the opportunity to test themselves against schools from all over the world.

We partner with specialist coaching companies to provide our students with top-quality coaching, including City Cricket Academy, Ultimate Athletics and Eagle Sports.

Middle East IB Association (MEIBA)

MEIBA aims to provide help and support to schools and institutions of education within the Middle East and neighboring countries which offer, or are considering offering, the International Baccalaureate (IB).  It assists in the promotion of the IB mission and its objectives acting as a forum for debate and consultation.

Eco Schools UAE

The Eco Schools programme engages children and young people in key issues including the environment, sustainability, global citizenship and the value of a low carbon future.  Eco Schools is an international initiative designed to encourage whole-school action for the environment. It is an environmental management tool, learning resource and recognised award scheme. Dubai International Academy Al Barsha is in the process of achieving the Eco-Schools Green Flag status.