STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
STUDENT LIFE
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ALUMNI
NATURE CONNECTION GATHERING
The commitment to environmental education and sustainability at Jebel Ali School is evident through our approach:
Simon Jodrell, Jebel Ali School Principal:
‘At Jebel Ali School, we believe the environment is the centre of the universe—because it is the world our children will inherit, shape, and protect. That’s why we invest not only in teaching about nature but in immersing students within it.
From outdoor learning spaces to real-world sustainability projects, we bring environmental issues to life in ways that inspire curiosity, empathy, and action. It’s not just about raising awareness—it’s about nurturing responsibility. When children connect deeply with the natural world, they’re not just learning science; they’re learning stewardship.’
Message from
our sustainability lead
A sustainable educator award winner at GESS December 2024, is a STEAM Teacher and Sustainability Lead at Jebel Ali School, Dubai where he is driving a whole-school, deeper connection with the natural world, whilst co-building a new STEAM curriculum and department. He came to this role having worked full time with the UK not-for-profit organisation he co-founded, The Rock Pool Project – which connects people of all ages and backgrounds with their local marine wildlife.
Alan smith
Sustainability Lead & STEAM Teacher
Jebel Ali School has also joined the global initiative ‘The Alliance of Sustainable Schools’ (TASS) emphasising by signing the international charter the school’s commitment to our students. TASS have subsequently held two Teacher ‘Meet-Ups’ with a focus on Connectedness to Nature.
JAS is currently working with ‘The Waste Lab’ and ‘Vegepods UAE’ to develop composting as a theme. Sourced a visitor from the UK’s ‘The Rivers Trust’ who visited the school in December and presented and worked with students. Our students participate weekly through our Eco Club ECA led by Principal, Simon Jodrell.
ECO Club
Nature Connection Conference:
In January 2025, Jebel Ali School hosted the region’s first Nature Connection Conference, followed by a whole-school sustainability week & the world’s first ‘bioblitz battle’ with a pro sports team, the Desert Vipers Cricket Franchise. Over 150 attendees attended and enjoyed the conference with guest speakers from across the world as well as educational workshops.
