Al-Ma'arifa International Private School was established in 1986 in the centre of city of Sharjah in United Arab Emirates. The school is accredited by The New England Association of Schools and Colleges, NEASC, in the United States of America. The curriculum offered from Kindergarten to Grade 12 is designed around three educational systems: British, American and the U.A.E. Ministry of Education General Secondary Education Certificate. Being an international school, Arabic and English are equally emphasized.When built, the design allowed for future expansion something that is now a reality. Some extensions to the buildings were completed in September 2005.More extensions were completed in March 2008 .Facilities are ample. These include a two-storey gymnasium and a standard dimension swimming pool. The playgrounds facilitate areas for all sorts of sport, e.g. football, tennis, basketball and volleyball. All laboratories are supervised by qualified laboratory technicians.To support the increased emphasis in the field of e-learning, students have access to well-equipped Information CommunicationTechnology Media rooms. The school is committed to establishing a comprehensive program of activities to encourage student leadership and initiative and their interaction within their community. Al Ma'arifa International (Private) School is proud to be associated with the following: - Sharjah Board of International Schools - Member of New England Association of Schools and Colleges in USA - Associate Member with NESA (Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools) - Member of PTA (Principals' Training Association) - Recognized centre for training teachers through the Cambridge Int'l Diploma for Teachers & Trainers - Recognized center for International Schools? Assessment Australian Council for Education Research - Recognized Center for Cambridge International Exams, CIE (acquired 1993), - Recognized Center for Edexcel (acquired 2004), - Welsh Joint Education Committee (acquired 1995) Exam Boards