Dubai National School is a private, independent institution serving students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 with an international American program of studies to meet the needs of the multi-national community in Dubai. It was inaugurated in August 1988. Its Strategic locations have been carefully selected to serve interested students in Dubai and Sharjah. DNS has now two branches with a total of 5000 students. It has enjoyed strong support from the community since commencement in September 1988 and has been accredited by NEAS & C since 2003. Its High School Diploma is recognized by the Ministry of Education and can be equated with the National Secondary Certificate. DNS embraces a commitment to high standards. There is a strong emphasis on teaching students to live in the Islamic faith within the context of the American Education Program. The school is governed by a five-member Board of Trustees who are very ambitious and keen on providing a first class education and facilities. Teachers are recruited locally and internationally and the staff-student ratio is 1:9. Staff development programs are continuously taking place.