credit definition
One credit represents the successful completion of a subject throughout the academic year.
high school overview
Preparing Future Leaders with a Globally Recognized High School Education
The High School program at Next Generation School is designed to prepare students for university and lifelong success, with a focus on academic excellence, leadership development, and spiritual growth. We are proud to be accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), an internationally recognized accreditation body that sets global standards for education.
This accreditation ensures that our high school curriculum, instruction, and student support systems meet world-class benchmarks, enabling students to access top universities and competitive career opportunities.
why neasc accreditation matters
International Recognition
Our high school diploma is recognized globally by prestigious universities and institutions, improving college admission rates for our students.
Academic Excellence
NEASC accreditation confirms our programs meet high standards, with regular reviews driving continuous improvement and alignment with global best practices.
Student-Focused Development
NEASC promotes academic, emotional, ethical, and social growth, preparing students with the knowledge and character to thrive in a changing world.
Program highlights
1
Advanced Academic Curriculum
- Core subjects include <strong>Mathematics, Science, English Literature,<strong> and <strong>Social Studies.<strong>
- <strong>STEM electives,<strong> <b>entrepreneurship, robotics,<b> and <b>coding<b> help students explore their passions and career paths.
- We promote <b>research, analytical skills,<b> and <b>problem-solving<b> to prepare students for rigorous university-level learning.
2
University & Career Preparation
- Access to personalized university guidance and <strong>career counseling.<strong>
- <b>College fairs, internship programs,<b> and <b>advisory workshops<b> through <strong>partnerships with higher education institutions.<strong>
- Support for <strong>scholarship applications,<strong> <b>interviews,<b> and <b>personal statement writing.<b>
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3
Leadership & Extracurricular Development
- Leadership roles in <strong>student council,<strong> <b>clubs<b>, and <b>peer mentorship programs.<b>
- Participation in <b>debates, competitions,<b> and <strong>model UN programs<strong> to build confidence and global awareness.
4
Islamic & Character Education
- Strong emphasis on <strong>Islamic values<strong> through daily <b>Quran, fiqh,<b> and <b>hadith<b> classes.
- Programs to develop <b>ethical<b> <strong>decision-making,<strong> <b>integrity,<b> and <b>empathy.<b>
Academic Credit System
Earning credits
- The student earns ‘full credit’ or ‘1 credit’ for a subject if the subject is taught 3 or more times a week (in a 50 min period )
- A student earns ‘0.5 credit’, if the student passes a subject that is taught for
2 periods/ week. - No credits will be awarded for subjects taught 1 time a week.
Graduation requirements
As per NEASC/KHDA/MOE
Category
Credits
English
4
mathematics
4
science
4
Humanities / Social Science
3
arabic / world langiage
4
islamic studies
2
physical education
2
visual and performing arts
0.5
Total
23.5
Students at NGS will graduate with more than 23.5 credit hours as they will opt for electives throughout their HS years.
the advanced placement (ap) program
Our Advanced Placement program offers college-level courses that challenge motivated students and allow them to earn college credit while still in high school. AP courses demonstrate academic rigor to colleges and universities.
AP Benefits
AP Is a Global Credential
College credit potential
Increased scholarship opportunities
College readiness preparation
Weighted GPA (5.0 scale)
course offerings ay 25-26
Grade
GRADE 9 FRESHMAN
Subjects
Credits
English language arts
1
Arabic language A or B
1
Geometry / Integrated Math 2
1
Biology
1
Digital Technology
NA
Humanities
0.5
SSA / MSC
0.5
Elective: Visual Art or Theatrical Studies or Digital art
0.5
Physical Education
0.5
Islamic Studies A or B
0.5
Qur'anic Studies
NA
Map Prep (Math) IXL
NA
MAP Prep (English) achieve 3000
NA
Social, Career and Islamic Guidance
NA
Total Credits
6.5
Achievements and University Success
Graduates from Next Generation School are accepted into top universities in the UAE, U.S., U.K., Canada, and beyond. Our alumni pursue diverse fields such as medicine, engineering, law, and business, thriving in both academic and professional settings thanks to the global recognition of our NEASC accreditation.
Ahmed Saeed
Class of 2022, Currently at University of Toronto
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