Established in 1988, Dubai National School – Al Barsha Branch offers an international educational program, which includes KG through Grade 12. Its program of studies meets the needs of the multi- national community in Dubai. Its High School Diploma is recognized by the Ministry of Education and is granted equivalency with the National Secondary Certificate (Al Thanaweiah Al-Ameh). Since May 2003, Dubai National School – Al Barsha Branch has held accreditation with New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) through the Commission on International Education (CIE).