Al Ma'arifa International PVT School
- American
- IGCSE
- A Level
- AP
Per yearabout USD 3.77K–7.21K
AED 13.8K–26.5K · 2024-2023 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-08)
About
Private international school in Sharjah, UAE, established in 1986. Offers American and British curriculum pathways, with AP, SAT and IGCSE preparation.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American · IGCSE · A Level
Students
4,000
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- KG1 – 12
- Nationalities
- 65
- Founded
- 1986
- Selectivity
- Moderately selective
- Accreditations
- COGNIA, pearson
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2024-2023 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | AED 13,838≈ USD 3.77K |
| KG 2 | AED 14,145≈ USD 3.85K |
| G1 (Y1) | AED 16,170≈ USD 4.4K |
| G2 (Y2) | AED 16,759≈ USD 4.56K |
| G3 (Y3) | AED 17,374≈ USD 4.73K |
| G4 (Y4) | AED 18,420≈ USD 5.02K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | AED 13,838 (about USD 3.77K) |
| KG 2 | AED 14,145 (about USD 3.85K) |
| G1 (Y1) | AED 16,170 (about USD 4.4K) |
| G2 (Y2) | AED 16,759 (about USD 4.56K) |
| G3 (Y3) | AED 17,374 (about USD 4.73K) |
| G4 (Y4) | AED 18,420 (about USD 5.02K) |
| G5 (Y5) | AED 19,199 (about USD 5.23K) |
| G6 (Y6) | AED 19,481 (about USD 5.3K) |
| G7 (Y7) | AED 21,239 (about USD 5.78K) |
| G8 (Y8) | AED 21,854 (about USD 5.95K) |
| G9 (Y9) | AED 22,330 (about USD 6.08K) |
| G10 (Y10) | AED 23,714 (about USD 6.46K) |
| G11 (Y11) | AED 24,872 (about USD 6.77K) |
| G12 (Y12) | AED 26,476 (about USD 7.21K) |
Source: school website (almarifa.ae:7092) · checked 2026-11-08 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ma'arifa International PVT School (this school) | AED 13,838 (about USD 3.77K) | AED 26,476 (about USD 7.21K) |
| Sharjah English School | AED 28,420 (about USD 7.74K) | AED 72,765 (about USD 19.8K) |
| 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) |
| GEMS Wesgreen International School Sharjah | AED 23,545 (about USD 6.41K) | AED 52,180 (about USD 14.2K) |
| Ajman American Private School | AED 21,000 (about USD 5.72K) | AED 36,000 (about USD 9.8K) |
Source: school website (almarifa.ae:7092) · checked 2026-11-08 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 500
- Deposit
- 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 2026-11-08)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Interview
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · IGCSE · A Level · AP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
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.
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Arabic
- School bus
- Yes
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Licensed in the UAE; Arabic and Islamic Studies follow UAE requirements.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School buses serve a limited number of students for an additional fee, with safety and conduct rules.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Students buy food at canteen windows and eat in classrooms or designated areas; home meals are encouraged.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Supported by a Board of Directors and a Board of Trustees, with a school director leading management.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Students can follow an American programme (KG to Grade 12) or a British programme (Grades 9–12, IGCSE, AS and AL).
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school supports preparation for IGCSE, SAT, EmSAT and IELTS examinations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Learning needs are checked through a diagnostic test and ongoing assessment; admission may be limited if specialised services cannot be provided.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
A guidance and counselling department supports students, and the medical team runs health sessions for younger pupils.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Anti-bullying sessions run with a local social services department, and students may not bring mobile phones.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1986 and marking its 30th anniversary; it has MoUs with several universities and a quality assurance department.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English is the main teaching language; students in Grades 10–12 must take Arabic and Islamic Studies.
- English
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Received the Silver category in the Sharjah Health Promoting Schools programme.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Holds Cognia accreditation and partners with Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge, AP, ACT and IELTS bodies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applicants have an interview and submit previous reports; some applicants sit English and Maths placement tests.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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