Curriculum

Curriculum • ADEK School ID ISIS 9339

Academic Curriculum

The Russian School of Abu Dhabi operates under the supervision of ADEK, integrating the federal educational standards of the Russian Federation (FSES) with the mandatory regulatory framework of the UAE Ministry of Education across Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary education.

Accreditation
Russian FSES

Federal State Standards for Primary, Basic & Secondary General Education.

Federal Register Verified
Host Regulator
ADEK Licensed

Licensed by Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge.

Arabic, Islamic & UAE Civics
Instruction
Bilingual Core

Russian academic rigor paired with intensive English language immersion.

Russian, English & Arabic
Certification
OGE & EGE

State certification leading to the Russian Attestat and ADEK equivalency.

Global University Entry
Comparative Framework

Grade Correspondence: ADEK Grade = Russian Class + 1

In the UAE educational framework, formal Grade 1 completes early childhood education (Kindergarten), whereas in the Russian Federation, formal schooling starts with Class 1 at age 7. As a result, all Russian classes correspond to an ADEK grade shifted by exactly one year:

Early Years Ages 3–6

Kindergarten Cycle

Pre-KG, KG 1, KG 2, and ADEK Grade 1 form the early learning foundation (FOP DO).

Pre-School 3–4 Pre-KG
Pre-School 4–5 KG 1
Pre-School 5–6 KG 2
Pre-School 6–7 ADEK Grade 1
Primary Ages 7–10

Primary School

Classes 1 to 4 build foundational academic disciplines under FSES NOO.

Russian Class 1 ADEK Grade 2 (Age 7)
Russian Class 2 ADEK Grade 3 (Age 8)
Russian Class 3 ADEK Grade 4 (Age 9)
Russian Class 4 ADEK Grade 5 (Age 10)
Secondary Ages 11–18

Middle & High School

Classes 5 to 11 culminate in state examinations and matriculation diplomas.

Russian Classes 5–8 ADEK Grades 6–9 (Ages 11–14)
Russian Class 9 (OGE) ADEK Grade 10 (Age 15)
Russian Class 10 ADEK Grade 11 (Age 16)
Russian Class 11 (EGE) ADEK Grade 12 (Age 17–18)
Educational Stages

Three Dedicated Academic Cycles

Each stage maintains dedicated facilities, structured daily schedules, and distinct academic milestones.

Ages 3–6 Stage 01

Kindergarten

Pre-KG • KG 1 • KG 2 • Grade 1

Early childhood education under federal preschool standards. Speech development, foundational numeracy, sensory discovery, bilingual English communication, and introductory Arabic. Strictly screen-free learning environment.

Framework FOP DO & ADEK Early Years
Daily Meals 3 Balanced Slots
Dismissal 15:30 (Care to 16:30)
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Ages 7–10 Stage 02

Primary School

Classes 1–4 (ADEK Grades 2–5)

Elementary education adhering to FSES NOO. In-depth Russian literacy and mathematics (608 curriculum hours), inquiry-based natural science, intensive English, and Ministry of Education Arabic language instruction.

Framework FSES NOO & ADEK Primary
Digital Literacy Algorithms & Safe Tools
Dismissal 15:35 (Monday–Thursday)
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Ages 11–18 Stage 03

Secondary School

Classes 5–11 (ADEK Grades 6–12)

Middle and High school under FSES OOO & SOO. Rigorous science and mathematics, Class 9 state exams (OGE), three academic profile tracks in Classes 10–11, and State Attestats with ADEK equivalency for university admissions.

State Diplomas OGE (9) & EGE (11)
Academic Tracks Tech, Bio-Med, Humanities
Dismissal 16:20 / 16:35
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Daily Rhythm

One Day at RSAD

Timetables, lesson periods, meal times, and dismissal hours across all school cycles.

UAE National Anthem All-school morning assembly
08:00 – 08:05
Tutor Time Class registration & check-in
08:05 – 08:15
Early Years Cycle

Pre-KG, KG 1, KG 2 & Grade 1

Cycle Dismissal 15:30
Lesson 1: Sensory Discovery & Speech08:30 – 09:10
Lesson 2: Early Numeracy & Play09:10 – 09:50
Breakfast & Morning Outdoor Activity09:50 – 10:50
Lesson 3: Bilingual Immersion (English / Arabic)10:50 – 11:30
Balanced Lunch & Hygiene Routine11:30 – 12:30
Quiet Rest Period & Storytelling12:30 – 14:00
Afternoon Fruit Snack14:00 – 14:30
Guided Creative Workshops & Free Play14:30 – 15:30
Extended Care & Supervised Clubs (Optional)15:30 – 16:30
Primary Cycle

Classes 1–4 (ADEK Grades 2–5)

Cycle Dismissal 15:35
Lesson 1: Russian Language & Literary Reading08:30 – 09:10
Lesson 2: Mathematics & Logic09:20 – 10:00
Hot Breakfast & Supervised Break10:00 – 10:10
Lesson 3: English Language Practice10:10 – 10:50
Lesson 4: The World Around Us (Natural Inquiry)11:05 – 11:45
Lesson 5: MoE Arabic / Islamic Education11:55 – 12:35
Full Course Lunch & Campus Recess12:35 – 13:15
Lesson 6: Visual Arts, Music or Physical Culture13:15 – 13:55
Lesson 7: Technology & Algorithmic Foundations14:05 – 14:45
Lesson 8: Supervised Homework Lab14:55 – 15:35
Middle School Cycle

Classes 5–8 (ADEK Grades 6–9)

Cycle Dismissal 16:20
Lesson 1: Algebra & Geometry08:15 – 08:55
Lesson 2: Russian Language & Literature09:00 – 09:40
Nutritious Breakfast Break09:40 – 09:55
Lesson 3: Physics or Chemistry Lab09:55 – 10:35
Lesson 4: Biology & Geography10:40 – 11:20
Lesson 5: Advanced English Module11:25 – 12:05
Hot Lunch & Campus Recreation12:05 – 12:45
Lesson 6: MoE Arabic Language12:45 – 13:25
Lesson 7: History & UAE Social Studies13:30 – 14:10
Lesson 8: Computer Science & Informatics14:20 – 15:00
Lesson 9: Academic Consultations & Olympiad Prep15:05 – 15:45
Lesson 10: Extracurricular Clubs & Athletics15:50 – 16:20
Senior Examination Cycle

Classes 9–11 (ADEK Grades 10–12)

Cycle Dismissal 16:35
Lesson 1: Advanced Mathematics (Calculus / Vectors)08:15 – 08:55
Lesson 2: Russian & Literature Seminar09:00 – 09:40
Breakfast & Independent Study09:40 – 09:55
Lesson 3: Specialized Sciences (Physics / Chemistry)09:55 – 10:35
Lesson 4: Informatics / Python / Data Structures10:40 – 11:20
Lesson 5: Academic English & IELTS Preparation11:25 – 12:05
Lesson 6: MoE Arabic Language & Civics12:15 – 12:55
Hot Lunch Break12:55 – 13:35
Lesson 7: Social Sciences & World History13:35 – 14:15
Lesson 8: Profile Elective / Laboratory Workshop14:20 – 15:00
Lesson 9: OGE / EGE Examination Practicum15:05 – 15:45
Lesson 10: Career Guidance & University Portfolios15:55 – 16:35
UAE Ministry Mandate

Friday Half-Day (All Cycles)

Unified Dismissal 12:00
UAE National Anthem & Morning Assembly08:00 – 08:05
Tutor Time & Attendance Check08:05 – 08:15
Academic Module 1 (Shortened period)08:15 – 08:50
Academic Module 2 (Shortened period)08:55 – 09:30
Morning Snack & Recess09:30 – 09:45
Academic Module 3 (Shortened period)09:45 – 10:20
Academic Module 4 (Shortened period)10:25 – 11:00
Class Reflection & Weekend Briefing11:05 – 11:40
All-School Dismissal for Friday Prayers & Weekend 12:00