Bateen World Academy
- IB Career-related
- IB Diploma
- IB PYP
- IGCSE
- +1
Per yearabout USD 14.7K–20.5K
AED 54K–75.3K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Co-educational day school in Abu Dhabi, established in 2011, serving internationally-minded expatriate and Emirati families. Part of the Aldar Academies group. Offers FS1 to Year 13 with an adapted English National Curriculum and IB programmes.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Aldar Education. See all 12 schools of Aldar Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
IB Career-related · IB Diploma · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2011
- Religion
- none
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 54,000≈ USD 14.7K |
| FS2 | AED 58,090≈ USD 15.8K |
| Year 1–Year 6 | AED 62,600≈ USD 17K |
| Year 7–Year 8 | AED 64,160≈ USD 17.5K |
| Year 9 | AED 68,790≈ USD 18.7K |
| Year 10–Year 11 | AED 72,270≈ USD 19.7K |
| Year 12–Year 13 | AED 75,310≈ USD 20.5K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 54,000 (about USD 14.7K) |
| FS2 | AED 58,090 (about USD 15.8K) |
| Year 1–Year 6 | AED 62,600 (about USD 17K) |
| Year 7–Year 8 | AED 64,160 (about USD 17.5K) |
| Year 9 | AED 68,790 (about USD 18.7K) |
| Year 10–Year 11 | AED 72,270 (about USD 19.7K) |
| Year 12–Year 13 | AED 75,310 (about USD 20.5K) |
Source: school website (bateenworldacademy.ae) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Bateen World Academy (this school) | AED 54,000 (about USD 14.7K) | AED 75,310 (about USD 20.5K) |
| Al Shohub Private School | AED 27,840 (about USD 7.58K) | AED 33,420 (about USD 9.1K) |
| Al Najah Private School | AED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K) | AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Lycée Français International Théodore Monod | AED 33,490 (about USD 9.12K) | AED 65,250 (about USD 17.8K) |
| The British School Al Khubairat | AED 45,560 (about USD 12.4K) | AED 74,560 (about USD 20.3K) |
| The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls | AED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K) | AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K) |
Source: school website (bateenworldacademy.ae) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Bus
- AED 5,000
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 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 10% rebate on annual tuition for the 3rd child; 15% rebate per child for the 4th and subsequent children
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 MYPNot here
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)Offered
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)Offered
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.
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
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
- Theatre
Sports
- Sports teams
Arts
- Music
- Drama
After-school activities
- Clubs
- Sports teams
- Music
- Drama
- Cultural activities
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- Accreditations
- CIS, IB
- Memberships
- COIS
- Inspection
- ADEK · Outstanding
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Offers a flexible, personalised approach to meet diverse needs, working with families and specialists on each student's placement.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Part of the Aldar Academies group, one of seven academies across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on an adapted English National Curriculum, progressing through IB PYP in primary, IGCSE in middle school and the IB Diploma in senior school.
- IB PYP
- IGCSE
- IB Diploma Programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
In FS1, play and inquiry-based learning support social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through the IB PYP.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 2011 as a co-educational day school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Serves internationally-minded expatriate and Emirati families and aims to be a family-oriented school welcoming students of all cultures and religions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Awards
The IGCSE programme received the ALPS Platinum Award for a second consecutive year, placing it in the top 10% of schools worldwide for value-added performance.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Rated Outstanding by ADEK, and academy fees are regulated by ADEK.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Enquire online, then book a tour or meeting, submit an application, receive an offer after assessment, and enrol once the registration fee is paid.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2027-28 are open for new students from Year 9 onwards, with tuition reduction until graduation.
- Academic Excellence
- Sports & Athletics
- Innovation & Digital Technology
- Creative & Performing Arts
- Arabic Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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