Al Ain English Speaking School
- British
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 6.43K–13.1K
AED 23.6K–48.2K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
British curriculum private school in Al Ain, UAE, for pupils aged 3 to 18. Founded in 1978, it joined the Cognita group of schools in 2024.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Cognita. See all 101 schools of Cognita
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
British · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
2,000
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 1978
- Sibling discount
- yes; amount not stated
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 23,630≈ USD 6.43K |
| FS2 | AED 29,740≈ USD 8.1K |
| Year 1 | AED 29,740≈ USD 8.1K |
| Year 2 | AED 29,740≈ USD 8.1K |
| Year 3 | AED 31,580≈ USD 8.6K |
| Year 4 | AED 32,490≈ USD 8.85K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 23,630 (about USD 6.43K) |
| FS2 | AED 29,740 (about USD 8.1K) |
| Year 1 | AED 29,740 (about USD 8.1K) |
| Year 2 | AED 29,740 (about USD 8.1K) |
| Year 3 | AED 31,580 (about USD 8.6K) |
| Year 4 | AED 32,490 (about USD 8.85K) |
| Year 5 | AED 35,110 (about USD 9.56K) |
| Year 6 | AED 36,140 (about USD 9.84K) |
| Year 7 | AED 40,810 (about USD 11.1K) |
| Year 8 | AED 40,810 (about USD 11.1K) |
| Year 9 | AED 40,810 (about USD 11.1K) |
| Year 10 | AED 44,560 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Year 11 | AED 44,560 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Year 12 | AED 48,220 (about USD 13.1K) |
| Year 13 | AED 48,220 (about USD 13.1K) |
Source: school website (aaess.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ain English Speaking School (this school) | AED 23,630 (about USD 6.43K) | AED 48,220 (about USD 13.1K) |
| Manor Hall International School | AED 25,700 (about USD 7K) | AED 36,500 (about USD 9.94K) |
| Brighton College Al Ain | AED 55,090 (about USD 15K) | AED 90,630 (about USD 24.7K) |
| Al Ain British Academy | AED 42,320 (about USD 11.5K) | AED 63,400 (about USD 17.3K) |
| Grace Valley Indian School | AED 5,340 (about USD 1.45K) | AED 13,250 (about USD 3.61K) |
| Our Own English High School Al Ain | AED 8,550 (about USD 2.33K) | AED 16,820 (about USD 4.58K) |
Source: school website (aaess.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
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 2026-10-28)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum · A Level
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.
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Arabic
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Lab
- Media suite
- Radio station
- Automotive garage
- Home economics lab
- Design tech lab
Sports
- Swimming
Arts
- Music
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO
- Inspection
- ADEK · Very Good (ADEK Irtiqa'a); Good (BSO)
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Tailored support for individual needs, provided by an internal inclusion team working with teachers, families and, where needed, external specialists.
- Inclusion Department
- EAL programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
The school runs a transport service for pupils to travel to and from school. Bookings go through the transport office.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Part of the Cognita global school group since 2024. Staff profiles mention a Board of Trustees.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the British curriculum from Early Years through GCSEs and A-Levels, including Arabic and Islamic studies.
- Arabic & Islamic Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
States a 100% A Level pass rate and a top-30 ranking among Abu Dhabi schools for PISA results.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Additional needs are discussed at admission. Support beyond the school's own provision is discussed openly with families.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
English support for pupils learning English as an additional language, with small group and one-to-one sessions. Specialist tuition carries extra charges.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Promotes wellbeing under the Cognita Be Well Charter, encouraging healthy eating and regular physical activity.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Treats safeguarding as the top priority. All staff are trained and new hires undergo background checks.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Began as The Balfour School in 1976 and officially opened on its current campus in 1978, expanding facilities over time.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
A multicultural community of pupils from more than 60 nationalities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities include a swimming pool, science labs, a licensed school radio station and outdoor learning spaces.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a swimming pool and an artificial turf football pitch.
- Swimming pool
- Astro turf football pitch
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science labs, home economics and design technology labs, and a professional media suite.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English is the main medium of instruction, with Arabic and Islamic studies taught alongside.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Has received a Highest in the World GCSE French award, recognition for the Morality Programme and a Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Rated Very Good by ADEK Irtiqa'a and Good by BSO inspection; received the BSO Award in 2022.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Each application is reviewed individually. Entry year is set by age on 31 August, and required documents are uploaded online.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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