Maplewood Canadian International School
- Canadian
Per yearabout USD 8.17K–12.5K
AED 30K–46K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Alberta-accredited Canadian international school in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, teaching the Alberta curriculum from Nursery to Grade 12.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Canadian
Ages
Ages 4–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 50
- Term dates
- Academic year 31 Aug 2026 to 2 Jul 2027, Term 1 to Term 3 with breaks
- School day
- 07:30-15:30 Mon-Thu; Fri ends 12:00
- Inspection
- ADEK · Good
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 |
|---|---|
| KG1 | AED 30,000≈ USD 8.17K |
| KG2 | AED 31,000≈ USD 8.44K |
| Grade 1 | AED 32,000≈ USD 8.71K |
| Grade 2 | AED 33,000≈ USD 8.99K |
| Grade 3 | AED 34,000≈ USD 9.26K |
| Grade 4 | AED 35,000≈ USD 9.53K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| KG1 | AED 30,000 (about USD 8.17K) |
| KG2 | AED 31,000 (about USD 8.44K) |
| Grade 1 | AED 32,000 (about USD 8.71K) |
| Grade 2 | AED 33,000 (about USD 8.99K) |
| Grade 3 | AED 34,000 (about USD 9.26K) |
| Grade 4 | AED 35,000 (about USD 9.53K) |
| Grade 5 | AED 36,000 (about USD 9.8K) |
| Grade 6 | AED 37,000 (about USD 10.1K) |
| Grade 7 | AED 38,000 (about USD 10.3K) |
| Grade 8 | AED 39,000 (about USD 10.6K) |
| Grade 9 | AED 41,000 (about USD 11.2K) |
| Grade 10 | AED 42,000 (about USD 11.4K) |
| Grade 11 | AED 43,000 (about USD 11.7K) |
| Grade 12 | AED 46,000 (about USD 12.5K) |
Source: school website (maplewood.school) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Canadian International School (this school) | AED 30,000 (about USD 8.17K) | AED 46,000 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Al Najah Private School | AED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K) | AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Ajyal International School Al Falah | AED 22,340 (about USD 6.08K) | AED 44,680 (about USD 12.2K) |
| Bateen World Academy | AED 54,000 (about USD 14.7K) | AED 75,310 (about USD 20.5K) |
| The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls | AED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K) | AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K) |
Source: school website (maplewood.school) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- AED 1,000
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
- Intake
- 8, 1
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 10% second child, 5% youngest child
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
- Lab
- Prayer room
- Canteen
- Clinic
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- Visual art
After-school activities
- After-school care (KG1-KG2)
- Music
- Drama
- Chess
- Arabic language
- Mathematics
- Science
- Red Crescent Club
- Anti-Bullying Club
- Environmental Club
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Teachers adapt teaching and assessment methods so each student is supported individually, according to the school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
An Alberta-curriculum Canadian school. The school states all teachers hold Canadian certification.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Offers one-way or two-way school transport under Department of Transport rules. Families complete a transport form during admissions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
A regular school uniform for classes and a separate P.E. uniform for gym lessons.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
An on-site canteen serves healthy meals and snacks.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Runs the Alberta programme from Nursery to Grade 12, ending in the Alberta High School Diploma. Arabic, Islamic Studies, Moral Education and UAE Social Studies are also taught.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Grades 6 and 9 take provincial achievement tests and Grade 12 takes Alberta Diploma exams. The school reports PISA and TIMSS results above international averages.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Safeguarding
States that safeguarding and care were rated Very Good in every phase in the ADEK inspection.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Alberta accredited since 2014. The school highlights several firsts, including an early Google Digital Campus and an AI and Robotics day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Reports over 50 community service projects. Parent Council and Student Council give families and students a voice in school life.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
The Mohamed Bin Zayed City campus has science labs, a pool, a gym, a sports field, libraries, prayer rooms, a canteen and a clinic.
- Science laboratories
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Outdoor sports field
- Libraries
- Prayer rooms
- Canteen
- Clinic
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor pool and gym plus an outdoor field. Football, basketball and badminton are offered.
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Football
- Basketball
- Badminton
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Labs are used from Grade 1 upward and Google Workspace tools are used across grades.
- Science laboratories
- Libraries
- Google Workspace
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Clubs include chess, mathematics and science.
- Chess
- Mathematics club
- Science club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Music, drama and visual art activities are offered.
- Music
- Drama
- Visual art
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Social and hobbies
Runs a school-based equestrian club as part of the school week.
- Equestrian club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Red Crescent, Anti-Bullying and Environmental clubs. The Environmental Club runs tree planting and waste reduction.
- Red Crescent Club
- Anti-Bullying Club
- Environmental Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
After-school care for KG1 and KG2 includes arts and crafts, storytime, music and outdoor play.
- After-school care (KG1-KG2)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaching is in English under the Alberta programme. All students also study Arabic, Islamic Studies, Moral Education and UAE Social Studies.
- English
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Moral Education
- UAE Social Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Reports receiving the highest regional commendation for supporting learning through technology as a Google Digital Campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Listed on the Government of Alberta register of Alberta Accredited International Schools. Rated Good by ADEK.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Families submit a registration form and recent reports, sit a short assessment for grade placement, then complete registration.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Families can apply for the Maplewood Scholarship. Sibling discounts and discounts for certain card holders are also offered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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