About Us
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City School Holdings International
Established in 2017 in Dubai, City School Holdings International (CSHI) carries a legacy of over 45 years from The City School Group, which was founded in Karachi in 1978. Our journey began with a commitment to educational excellence, achieving our first cohort of A Level graduates in 1990.
Commitment to Quality
To further enhance our educational standards, we established the Department of Inspections and Quality Assurance in 2001, ensuring that we consistently meet the highest global benchmarks in education. This commitment to quality has propelled our growth and allowed us to offer an exceptional educational experience.
International Expansion
Our international journey commenced with the opening of our first school outside Pakistan in Dubai in 2006. Since then, The City School has expanded significantly, now operating over 20 schools across five countries in the GCC and East Asia, all managed by City School Holdings International.
Today, we proudly educate over 100,000 students and employ more than 10,000 dedicated staff members. This remarkable growth is a testament to our enduring legacy and commitment to providing quality education worldwide.
Countries
Our growth reflects our commitment to providing high-quality education.
Schools
With over 186 schools we remain committed to upholding our legacy of excellence.
Students
We genuinely believe in educating “the whole child”, so we provide our students with every opportunity to discover and build upon their strengths.
Staff
Our safe and nurturing community, with its focus on holistic education, means all feel truly valued.
Learning at CSHI
The City School’s educational approach is structured around three key sections
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Academics
We prioritize a comprehensive curriculum, robust assessment methods, career guidance and counseling, and well-resourced libraries to ensure our students receive a rich academic experience.
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Professional Development & Research
Continuous training for teachers and school leaders is essential. We invest in professional development to enhance teaching practices and foster a culture of innovation and research within our schools.
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Inspection & Quality Assurance
We are committed to rigorous school inspection and improvement processes, ensuring that our standards remain high and that our educational practices are consistently refined.
Our School
3x Schools in UAE
Located in Dubai, both The City School International (Nad Al Hamar) and The Cedar School (Al Warqa) offer an exceptional British Curriculum that cultivates creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth. City School students consistently excel in their Cambridge International exams with an additional focus placed on their character development to build the confidence and problem-solving skills needed for future success.
1x Schools in Oman
Ibn Khaldoun School in Muscat, Oman, focuses on providing high-quality education that nurtures balanced personalities, patriotism, and appreciation for diverse cultures. Through a student-centered approach, the school emphasizes lifelong learning, academic excellence, and personality development.
1x Schools in Saudi Arabia
The City School Saudi (TCSS) is a multicultural environment that celebrates Saudi culture and heritage. TCSS emphasizes holistic development and through a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and technology, prepares students for success in an evolving world.
Large Network of Schools Across Pakistan
As one of Pakistan’s largest private school networks, The City School operates 172 schools in 48 cities, educating over 150,000 students with a UK-based curriculum that prepares them for IGCSE and A Levels. Under the same umbrella, The Smart School provides world-class, affordable education from kindergarten to pre-university, emphasizing technology and innovation. These institutions provide access to world-class learning environments that empower students to excel academically, personally, and in their future pursuits.
13 nurseries in Malaysia
The City Kindergarten in Shah Alam, Malaysia, focuses on social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth through a holistic Early Years curriculum. Self-directed learning and independent thinking is encouraged in a collaborative environment.
1x Schools in Philippines
Located near Pulilan Junction, Academia De Pulilan offers affordable, high-quality education with first-rate facilities. With a low student-teacher ratio and dedicated educators from top schools, personalised learning ensures each child thrives academically and in their own personal development.
I AM TO LEARN
Our Values
Our Values-Based Education Programme is designed to promote and encourage 12 core values, along with associated sub-set values, to enrich every aspect of a student’s life—at school, at home, and within their community.
Holistic Learning Experiences
Our unique Values Education programme fosters high-quality, effective learning experiences for all students. These values are woven into our philosophy, curriculum, classrooms, and the relationships we cultivate, manifesting in everyday actions and interactions within our schools.
Values in Decision-Making
Every curriculum decision and interaction within our school reflects both individual and collective values. This alignment ensures that our educational practices are rooted in the principles we uphold as a community.
Community and National Identity
We place great importance on the values that resonate with us, our school, our community, and our nation. Upholding these values enables us to coexist harmoniously and thrive together.
Empathy and Ethical Decision-Making:
Through diverse learning experiences, students develop the ability to express their own values while exploring and empathizing with the values of others. They learn to critically analyze actions based on these values and engage in discussions that acknowledge differing perspectives. This process fosters their capacity to make ethical decisions and act upon them.
Our Schools
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