Grow with Aspen

Aspen Heights British School – high-quality British education in Abu Dhabi, rooted in wellbeing and community

Welcome to Aspen Heights British School

Learning journey

Learning at Aspen Heights is a seamless British pathway from Early Years to IGCSE and the IB Diploma, enriched with inquiry-based, cross‑curricular experiences and personalised support, so every student makes visible progress and graduates ready for university and life beyond school.

Growing curious, confident minds

As part of International Schools Partnership, every child’s journey is enriched with proven learning experiences that forever spark curiosity and grow confidence.

  • Academic achievement

    Academic achievement

    Strong academic outcomes open pathways to leading universities and future opportunities worldwide.

  • Life competencies

    Life competencies

    Build the human skills needed to adapt, collaborate and keep learning throughout life.

  • Multilingualism

    Multilingualism

    Develop fluency across languages, cultures and global environments

  • International opportunities

    International opportunities

    Take part in global experiences that broaden perspectives and build confidence.

  • Life and career pathways

    Life and career pathways

    Explore personalised university and career pathways shaped around individual ambitions.

     

Virtual online zoom event

May 19, 2026

Virtual online zoom event

The session will begin with a short introduction from the Principal, followed by live testimonials from both a Primary and Secondary student, sharing what they enjoy most about Aspen.

There will be an opportunity for a Q&A with our Head of Primary, Charlotte Clark, and Head of Secondary, Andrew Durcan, where parents can ask targeted questions. The event will conclude with a virtual tour of the school.

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How to become a part of our Aspen Family

Start your child's journey with confidence. Complete your application and prepare for an exciting start.

  • 01

    Initial enquiry 

    Connect with our Admissions Team or complete a quick online enquiry to share your child’s details and ask any first questions about joining our school.

  • 02

    Book a school tour

    Arrange a personalised tour to explore our campus, see our learning spaces and talk with our team about how we support your child’s wellbeing and progress.

  • 03

    Application submission

    Once your child's application is submitted, you will receive an automated confirmation email from our Admissions Team. When contacted by Admissions, please submit your child’s end-of-year school report and Emirates ID, or passport copies for both parent and child to support the application.

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    Student observation

    Bring your child for a school observation. We currently hold daily observations for admissions to understand each learner and support the right year group placement.

  • 05

    Offer and acceptance

    Successful applicants receive a formal offer of a place. Families then have 7 days to confirm acceptance, pay the 5% registration fee or full term fee (deductible from the first term’s fees), and submit the essential documents requested by our Registration Team so we can complete ADEK registration and finalise enrolment.

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    Welcome to Aspen Family

    Before your child’s first day, our team will share all the key details you need, including information about uniforms, transport, timetables and any orientation activities, so your family feels prepared and welcomed from day one.

What makes us great?

Our inclusive community is what makes our school special. Discover what they have to say.

 Miss Gillian Hammond

Our school motto, Grow with Aspen, is more than a phrase. It reflects the heart of our Aspen Family, where every child is known, supported and encouraged to grow into a confident, compassionate learner ready to make a meaningful impact.

Miss Gillian Hammond

Principal

Meet our team
Nolene Pillay

My son has grown in leaps and bounds since joining the school, and I must attribute his growth to the staff of Aspen Heights British School along with the activities they offer in the school.

Nolene Pillay

Mum of Udayan (Year 13)

Shahzeen Abdalla

My daughter has been with Aspen since 2018 and she is now in Secondary.

Shahzeen Abdalla

Mum of Nuha

Mrs. Amna Shahood

I have two kids at Aspen, the older one has been here for four years now, and we are really happy with the school. It’s a blessing that we found Aspen Heights for our kids, and I hope my kids stay here till they go off to university. It’s an absolute pleasure being an Aspen family.

Mrs. Amna Shahood

Parent

Madeleine  Davie

Both my children are incredibly happy at Aspen, with teachers and other members of staff who go above and beyond to not only progress their learning but who also care. It is a lovely, friendly and diverse community that I cannot recommend enough.

Madeleine Davie

Mum of India and Marley

Mrs Redah Khan

I love Aspen's personalised learning and community feeling. The school has grown bigger but we are still very much a close-knit family. Everyone knows my children and are invested in their academic and personal growth.

Mrs Redah Khan

Parent of Inayah, Zayd and Rayan

Jannie Van Der Linde

At Aspen Heights British School, our children’s happiness and well-being really do come first.

Jannie Van Der Linde

Mum of Uduyan

Sofia Year 12

What I really like about our school is that the atmosphere is really welcoming.

Sofia Year 12

Student

Irene Kililii

One of the things we love most about Aspen Heights is how the campus encourages movement and wellbeing.

Irene Kililii

Parent of Thandi

Salama  Year 3

I love everybody in my school. Its so much fun to learn here. We always do things creatively which makes all the subjects really really fun.

Salama Year 3

Student

Sultan   Year 10

The school has given me lots of opportunities to be a leader.

Sultan Year 10

Student

Mark  Davies

I love coming to work at Aspen because of the wonderul relationships we have with the children, and with our fellow colleagues. My favourite part of the day is seeing the children light up when they understand something or have an amazing idea. I am so grateful and proud to be a part of their progress.

Mark Davies

Assistant Head Teacher Primary

Sam  Ribbens

Early years at Aspen is rooted in our youngest learners feeling safe, valued and curious.

Sam Ribbens

Assistant Head of Early Years

Emily  Turnbill

I have been so impressed with my daughter's level of development in Phonics even though she is the youngest in her class in FS2. She has developed a rich vocabulary through Drawing Club and is already starting to read words.

Emily Turnbill

Mum of Yasmina

Yousuf FS2

I like school because we get to try new things every day, and I play with my friends and my teacher smiles at me when I come in to class every day.

Yousuf FS2

Student

 Ayesha FS2

I know so many big words now. I know the meaning of 'metamorphosis' and 'concocting' . My teacher says my brain grows every time I learn a new word!

Ayesha FS2

Student

Michelle Richards

We understand that choosing a school and transitioning into a new community can feel overwhelming for families.

Michelle Richards

Admissions Manager

Luce Year 8

I love being a Language Ambassador because I get to help other students feel brave when they try a new language. It makes me proud to share my culture, teach new words and see my friends smile when they learn something new.

Luce Year 8

Language Ambassador

 Oria  Zehouane

Our Multilingualism programme at Aspen Heights British School encourages students to take pride in their home languages while developing genuine respect and curiosity for the languages of others.

Oria Zehouane

Head of Multilingualism

 Arsh  Year 4

My teacher is so kind to me even when I make mistakes. She told me it is ok to keep trying and I will get it right in the end. This is why I feel like I am so smart.

Arsh Year 4

Student

 Salma Year 12

I care about the environment because it’s our world, not just for now but for when we grow up.

Salma Year 12

Student

Zoha  Year 10

Being a scholar at Aspen means being both challenged and truly supported.

Zoha Year 10

Student

Timur Year 6

I love acting because I get to be different characters and tell exciting stories. The teachers helped us practise step by step and gave us lots of encouragement, which made me feel brave and confident on stage.

Timur Year 6

Student

Ryder

Being a scholar at Aspen Heights British School has been an incredibly rewarding experience.

Ryder

Student

 Miss Gillian Hammond

Principal

Nolene Pillay

Mum of Udayan (Year 13)

Shahzeen Abdalla

Mum of Nuha

Mrs. Amna Shahood

Parent

Madeleine  Davie

Mum of India and Marley

Mrs Redah Khan

Parent of Inayah, Zayd and Rayan

Jannie Van Der Linde

Mum of Uduyan

Sofia Year 12

Student

Irene Kililii

Parent of Thandi

Salama  Year 3

Student

Sultan   Year 10

Student

Mark  Davies

Assistant Head Teacher Primary

Sam  Ribbens

Assistant Head of Early Years

Emily  Turnbill

Mum of Yasmina

Yousuf FS2

Student

 Ayesha FS2

Student

Michelle Richards

Admissions Manager

Luce Year 8

Language Ambassador

 Oria  Zehouane

Head of Multilingualism

 Arsh  Year 4

Student

 Salma Year 12

Student

Zoha  Year 10

Student

Timur Year 6

Student

Ryder

Student

 Miss Gillian Hammond

Principal

Nolene Pillay

Mum of Udayan (Year 13)

Shahzeen Abdalla

Mum of Nuha

Mrs. Amna Shahood

Parent

Madeleine  Davie

Mum of India and Marley

Mrs Redah Khan

Parent of Inayah, Zayd and Rayan

Jannie Van Der Linde

Mum of Uduyan

Sofia Year 12

Student

Irene Kililii

Parent of Thandi

Salama  Year 3

Student

Sultan   Year 10

Student

Mark  Davies

Assistant Head Teacher Primary

Sam  Ribbens

Assistant Head of Early Years

Emily  Turnbill

Mum of Yasmina

Yousuf FS2

Student

 Ayesha FS2

Student

Michelle Richards

Admissions Manager

Luce Year 8

Language Ambassador

 Oria  Zehouane

Head of Multilingualism

 Arsh  Year 4

Student

 Salma Year 12

Student

Zoha  Year 10

Student

Timur Year 6

Student

Ryder

Student

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Grow curiosity and confidence at Aspen Heights British School, where high-quality British education meets a nurturing international community.

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