Ajman Academy
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IGCSE
- A Level
- +2
Per yearabout USD 6.54K–18.1K
AED 24K–66.3K · 2026-2027 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Ajman Academy is a British curriculum school in Ajman offering IB Primary and Middle Years Programmes, IGCSE, AS and A levels, and BTEC. It serves students aged 3 to 18, with about 988 students from 50 nationalities and CIS accreditation.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
988
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 50
- Founded
- 2012
- Gender
- coed_primary_single_secondary
- School day
- 07:30-15:30
- Scholarships
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-2027 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre-KG Normal Day | AED 24,000≈ USD 6.54K |
| Pre-KG Extended Day | AED 27,000≈ USD 7.35K |
| KG1 (label not printed; inferred from ro | AED 32,000≈ USD 8.71K |
| KG2 (label not printed; inferred from ro | AED 35,000≈ USD 9.53K |
| Grade 1 | AED 35,000≈ USD 9.53K |
| Grade 2 | AED 44,900≈ USD 12.2K |
| Grade 3 | AED 44,900≈ USD 12.2K |
| Grade 4 | AED 44,900≈ USD 12.2K |
| Grade 5 | AED 48,200≈ USD 13.1K |
| Grade 6 | AED 48,200≈ USD 13.1K |
| Grade 7 | AED 54,800≈ USD 14.9K |
| Grade 8 | AED 54,800≈ USD 14.9K |
| Grade 9 | AED 54,800≈ USD 14.9K |
| Grade 10 | AED 57,000≈ USD 15.5K |
| Grade 11 | AED 57,000≈ USD 15.5K |
| Grade 12 | AED 66,350≈ USD 18.1K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-KG Normal Day | AED 24,000 (about USD 6.54K) |
| Pre-KG Extended Day | AED 27,000 (about USD 7.35K) |
| KG1 (label not printed; inferred from ro | AED 32,000 (about USD 8.71K) |
| KG2 (label not printed; inferred from ro | AED 35,000 (about USD 9.53K) |
| Grade 1 | AED 35,000 (about USD 9.53K) |
| Grade 2 | AED 44,900 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Grade 3 | AED 44,900 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Grade 4 | AED 44,900 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Grade 5 | AED 48,200 (about USD 13.1K) |
| Grade 6 | AED 48,200 (about USD 13.1K) |
| Grade 7 | AED 54,800 (about USD 14.9K) |
| Grade 8 | AED 54,800 (about USD 14.9K) |
| Grade 9 | AED 54,800 (about USD 14.9K) |
| Grade 10 | AED 57,000 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Grade 11 | AED 57,000 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Grade 12 | AED 66,350 (about USD 18.1K) |
Source: school website (ajmanacademy.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Ajman Academy (this school) | AED 24,000 (about USD 6.54K) | AED 66,350 (about USD 18.1K) |
| Crown American Private School | AED 13,000 (about USD 3.54K) | AED 21,700 (about USD 5.91K) |
| GEMS Westminster School Sharjah | AED 13,715 (about USD 3.73K) | AED 27,005 (about USD 7.35K) |
| Sharjah English School | AED 28,420 (about USD 7.74K) | AED 72,765 (about USD 19.8K) |
| GEMS Wesgreen International School Sharjah | AED 23,545 (about USD 6.41K) | AED 52,180 (about USD 14.2K) |
| The International School of Choueifat Sharjah | AED 21,000 (about USD 5.72K) | AED 37,200 (about USD 10.1K) |
Source: school website (ajmanacademy.com) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 500
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Auditorium
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- Accreditations
- CIS, BSO, IB
- Memberships
- COIS
- Inspection
- Ministry of Education · Good
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
School day structure
Generally open 7:30–15:30 Monday to Friday during the school year; closed on weekends.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Operates over 15 buses for about 200 students each school day. Not available to students attending ECAs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Uniform
Separate uniform rules for KG1–Grade 5 and Grade 6–11, with PE and swimming kit guidelines.
- PE kit (house colours)
- Swimming kit
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Run by a school board and a leadership team that includes a school director and primary and secondary principals.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Offers IB Primary and Middle Years Programmes, plus IGCSE, AS and A levels, and BTEC.
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
- IGCSE
- AS & A levels
- BTEC
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
Holds the Dyslexia Friendly Quality Mark from the British Dyslexia Association, with whole-school support strategies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Established in 2012; has since gained IB authorisation and external accreditations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Twice-yearly parent-teacher meetings, student-led conferences, national day events, and parent information sessions in English and Arabic.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A Parent Support Group helps organise events and acts as a channel between parents, teachers and leadership.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
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Facilities overview
Has an auditorium; primary and secondary are in separate buildings, with secondary reception for boys and girls.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
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Awards
Recognised as an Apple Distinguished School for 2021–2024 and reaccredited in 2025.
- Apple Distinguished School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
States CIS reaccreditation (2026), BSO accreditation, and IB authorisation for PYP (2014) and MYP (2021).
- CIS (reaccredited 2026)
- BSO
- IB PYP (2014)
- IB MYP (2021)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
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Admissions
Online application form available; admissions team can be visited on weekdays 8:30–14:30 or contacted by appointment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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