Shining Star International School
Where world-class CBSE education meets a state-of-the-art campus — built to inspire 3,000+ students across KG to Grade 12 in the heart of Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi.
SSIS Al Wathba Campus 2 is the bold new chapter in our 25-year legacy of delivering world-class education in Abu Dhabi. Following the unparalleled success of our Mussafah campus, we bring the same award-winning philosophy to a brand new, purpose-built landmark in Al Wathba.
Designed to accommodate over 3,000 students from KG through Grade 12, Campus 2 features four interconnected academic wings, advanced laboratories, performing arts facilities, an Olympic-standard running track, and a vibrant multicultural learning community.
Purpose-built, air-conditioned classrooms, fully equipped physics, chemistry and biology labs, dedicated computer suites and creative studios spread across four interconnected wings — everything engineered for 21st-century learning.
Full Central Board of Secondary Education curriculum from KG to Grade 12, delivered by qualified international educators committed to outstanding results.
50+ nationalities united under one roof — fostering cultural intelligence, empathy and the global mindset every student needs for the future.
Olympic 400m running track, multi-purpose sports courts, swimming pool, and a dedicated wellness centre for physical and mental health.
A performing arts theatre, music studios and visual arts rooms — supporting creativity and cultural expression throughout the school journey.
Comprehensive, real-time GPS-tracked bus network covering all major areas of Abu Dhabi. Safe, reliable and punctual every single day.
A fully stocked, digitally integrated library with thousands of physical and e-books to build knowledge and ignite a lifelong love of reading.
Green campus initiatives and the globally recognised Climate Action Project — preparing students to lead the sustainability revolution.
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Everything you need to know about our new Al Wathba campus.
Pre-Opening PhaseIt's the newest campus of Shining Star International School (SSIS), currently under construction in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi. It will follow the same CBSE curriculum and ADEK oversight as our existing SSIS campus. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
In Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi. The exact address and Google Maps link will be shared once confirmed. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Groundbreaking is planned for July–August 2026, with the campus opening in April 2027. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Admissions for the Wathba campus open in October 2026. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
The CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) curriculum, under ADEK regulation, the same as our main SSIS campus. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
KG1 through Grade VI — full grade progression will be added in later phases. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
It's a new SSIS campus, part of the same school group, sharing our academic standards, leadership oversight, and admissions philosophy. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Yes — register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Typically the child's birth certificate, passport/Emirates ID copies, previous school reports (if applicable), and passport-size photos.
Assessment requirements follow the same process as our main SSIS campus. Register your interest and we'll confirm details closer to the admissions opening date.
Yes, transfer requests will be accommodated where seats are available. Register your interest with your child's current grade, and our admissions team will follow up with you on timing.
Existing SSIS families are welcome to register early interest; specific priority policies will be confirmed closer to admissions opening.
Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
The campus is under construction, so in-person tours aren't available yet. We'll be sharing a 3D walkthrough online and will announce open house dates in due course. Register your interest for more updates.
Yes — a 3D walkthrough of the campus design is in progress. Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August.
Register your interest. Our admissions team will be reaching out to you soon, by August. Follow SSIS on our official social media channels for updates.
Please register your interest. Our admissions team will reach out to you soon by August.
Join us at the newest, most modern school campus in Al Wathba. Admissions for the 2025–2026 academic year are now open for all grades from KG1 through Grade 12.
Fill the form or contact us directly. Our team responds within 24 hours.
Book a personalised tour of Campus 2 and see the facilities for yourself.
A quick grade-appropriate assessment to understand your child's learning needs.
Submit documents, complete registration and secure your child's place.
SSIS has been an extraordinary journey for our children. The teachers genuinely care, the facilities are excellent, and the school culture instils real values alongside strong academics. We could not be happier.
The CBSE curriculum combined with SSIS's holistic approach prepared my son remarkably well. He secured admission to a top UK university — we credit SSIS's guidance for that achievement.
We were drawn by the affordable fees, but what kept us is the outstanding quality. SSIS truly delivers premium international education at a budget that makes real sense for families like ours.
Al Wathba South
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Sun–Thu: 7:30AM – 3:30PM
Fri–Sat: Closed