Welcome
From the Principal
Welcome to Raffles World Academy Sharjah (RWAS), the first full International Baccalaureate continuum school in the heart of the Aljada community. Opening in August 2026, RWAS will welcome students from Pre-K to Grade 8, expanding annually to offer the complete International Baccalaureate continuum-the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years Programme, the Diploma Programme, and the Career-related Programme alongside the US High School Diploma.
We are excited to welcome families from across Sharjah to join our new school.
RWAS is committed to delivering an outstanding, future-focused education that nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and international-mindedness. Rooted in the values of the United Arab Emirates, our inquiry-based and student-centered approach empowers learners to become compassionate, responsible, and globally minded problem solvers ready to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Guided by our core values of Achievement, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, we celebrate each learner’s unique qualities while offering a rigorous programme that supports individual growth. Our state-of-the-art campus provides exceptional opportunities across academics, arts, sports, technology, and enrichment, reflecting our motto, “Towards Excellence.”
Partnership with parents and the wider community is central to our culture, ensuring every child feels supported, inspired, and celebrated. We warmly invite families to discover what makes our learning community exceptional.
Dr Armeena Tabassum
Founding Principal
9,500+ STUDENTS
9500+ Students and over 1700 Staff at Innoventures Education Schools
1,300+
Staff
It all began at Dubai International Academy, Emirates Hills, where parents dreamed, teachers inspired and students achieved. From that simple truth, Dream. Inspire. Achieve. was born, a promise that defined who we are.
Established in 2005, DIA becomes the first IB Continuum School in the UAE
2010
RWA DXB
In 2010, Raffles World Academy in Dubai offers world-class education with a focus on holistic development, academic excellence, and global perspectives. Our diverse community nutures creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills, preparing students for success in the IB Beyond
2026
RWA SHJ
Now, as Raffles World Academy, Al Jada prepares to open its doors, that legacy continues. A place where dreams unite, inspiration multiplies and achievement shines …together.
RWA Sharjah, the Second RWA school set to open in August 2026
Our Campus & Facilities
Raffles World Academy will have a well-appointed campus spread over 485,000 square feet in the Aljada area of Sharjah. The campus includes a networked library, specialist rooms for music, design & technology, art, dance, drama, and language learning, as well as a music and movement room with sprung floors for kindergarten students.
It also features fully equipped science labs, computer labs, and design technology labs, along with outdoor learning areas. There are three climate-controlled multipurpose halls for sports and other activities, two swimming pools, a running track, fully outdoor playing field with shaded play areas and shaded outdoor basketball, padel and tennis courts.
