Canadian International School Abu Dhabi
- Canadian
- AP
Per yearabout USD 10.1K–13.6K
AED 37K–49.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
Alberta-accredited international school for Kindergarten to Grade 12 in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi. Follows the Alberta Program of Studies in coordination with UAE Ministry of Education requirements.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
Canadian · AP
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- KG1 – 12
- Nationalities
- 80
- School day
- 08:00-15:00
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Inspection
- ADEK · Outstanding · 2023-24
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 |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | AED 37,010≈ USD 10.1K |
| KG 2 | AED 39,510≈ USD 10.8K |
| Grade 1 | AED 43,210≈ USD 11.8K |
| Grade 2 | AED 43,090≈ USD 11.7K |
| Grade 3 | AED 43,210≈ USD 11.8K |
| Grade 4 | AED 43,090≈ USD 11.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | AED 37,010 (about USD 10.1K) |
| KG 2 | AED 39,510 (about USD 10.8K) |
| Grade 1 | AED 43,210 (about USD 11.8K) |
| Grade 2 | AED 43,090 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 3 | AED 43,210 (about USD 11.8K) |
| Grade 4 | AED 43,090 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 5 | AED 43,090 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 6 | AED 46,240 (about USD 12.6K) |
| Grade 7 | AED 46,240 (about USD 12.6K) |
| Grade 8 | AED 46,240 (about USD 12.6K) |
| Grade 9 | AED 46,240 (about USD 12.6K) |
| Grade 10 | AED 49,820 (about USD 13.6K) |
| Grade 11 | AED 49,820 (about USD 13.6K) |
| Grade 12 | AED 49,820 (about USD 13.6K) |
Source: school website (cisabudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian International School Abu Dhabi (this school) | AED 37,010 (about USD 10.1K) | AED 49,820 (about USD 13.6K) |
| The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls | AED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K) | AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Ajyal International School Al Falah | AED 22,340 (about USD 6.08K) | AED 44,680 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Al Najah Private School | AED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K) | AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
Source: school website (cisabudhabi.com) · checked 2026-10-29 · 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 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAP
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
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Sports field
- Science labs
- Computer lab
- Art room
- Music room
- Courtyard
Arts
- Art
- Music
- Drama
- Band
After-school activities
- Robotics
- Model United Nations
- Chess Club
- Studio Club
- Choir
- Yearbook
- Newspaper Club
- Student Council
- Art Club
- French Club
- Lego Club
- Zumba
- Swimming
- National Identity Club
- Arabic language and cultural activities
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Follows the Alberta Program of Studies and is an Alberta-accredited international school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
Mon-Thu school runs 08:00-15:00 for KG2-G12; Friday ends at 11:30.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School buses run on a first-come basis subject to route and seat availability; fees are separate from tuition and a monitor rides each bus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
Uniform requirements differ by grade level, with an online order form available.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on the Alberta curriculum, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and Arabic Social Studies taught under UAE Ministry requirements.
- Alberta Program of Studies
- Inquiry-based learning
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Arabic Social Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Grades 3, 6 and 9 take provincial achievement tests; Grade 12 students sit diploma exams that count for 30% of course grades.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A volunteer Parent Council works with teachers to run events such as International Day and a staff appreciation lunch.
- Parent Council
- International Day
- Fall Festival
- Staff Appreciation Lunch
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A newer compound in Khalifa City A with a three-storey main building; most classrooms have interactive boards and individual temperature control.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a swimming pool, gymnasium and grass soccer field.
- Swimming Pool
- Gymnasium
- Grass Soccer Field
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has two libraries, science laboratories and a computer lab, plus an online library catalogue.
- Elementary Library
- Secondary Library
- Science Laboratory
- Computer Lab
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Clubs focused on thinking and technology, including robotics, chess and Lego.
- Robotics
- Chess Club
- Lego Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts clubs such as Studio, Choir and Art, alongside fine arts, music, drama and band classes.
- Studio Club
- Choir
- Art Club
- Art
- Music
- Drama
- Band
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Cultural and language activities including French, national identity and Arabic culture.
- French Club
- National Identity Club
- Arabic language and cultural activities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Student Council and a Student Ambassador Program let older students support younger ones.
- Student Council
- Student Ambassador Program
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Languages
Language provision
Provides Arabic instruction and language activities, including a French club.
- Arabic
- French Club
- Arabic language and cultural activities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Listed among Abu Dhabi's top 13 private schools and rated Outstanding by ADEK.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Tier-1 Alberta accredited international school; rated Outstanding by ADEK in the 2023-24 round.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions are open for 2026-27 for Kindergarten to Grade 12.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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