Pearl British Academy

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesLicensed
  • British

Per yearabout USD 12.1K–12.5K

AED 44.5K–46K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)

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About

Primary school in Abu Dhabi following the English National Curriculum, part of Aldar Academies. Reports an ADEK rating and a BSO inspection outcome.

Key facts

Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources

Private International schoolAldar Education

Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27

  • Curriculum

    British

  • Ages

    Ages 3–11

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

  • Fee level

Founded
2007

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.

GradePer year
FS1AED 44,480≈ USD 12.1K
FS2AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 1AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 2AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 3AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 4AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 5AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Year 6AED 46,030≈ USD 12.5K
Annual tuition by grade
In the school's currency; the reference conversion is in brackets. · 2026-27
Pearl British Academy · Annual tuition by grade
per year
FS1AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K)
FS2AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 1AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 2AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 3AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 4AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 5AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
Year 6AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)

Source: school website (pearlbritishacademy.ae) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)

Fee range vs schools in the same city
Lowest to highest annual tuition across grades.
Pearl British Academy · Fee range vs schools in the same city
minmax
Pearl British Academy (this school)AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K)AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K)
American International School in Abu DhabiAED 32,950 (about USD 8.97K)AED 59,900 (about USD 16.3K)
Modern British AcademyAED 25,050 (about USD 6.82K)AED 32,360 (about USD 8.81K)
Yas American AcademyAED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K)AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K)
Abu Dhabi Grammar School CanadaAED 23,350 (about USD 6.36K)AED 49,190 (about USD 13.4K)
The International School of Choueifat Abu Dhabi Khalifa CityAED 23,420 (about USD 6.38K)AED 41,370 (about USD 11.3K)

Source: school website (pearlbritishacademy.ae) · checked 2026-10-28 · 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 2026-10-28)

Curriculum and academics

Source: Read from the school's website

Curricula, explained

  • 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

  • Sport
  • Languages

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
  • Sports hall

Sports

  • Netball

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Accreditation and memberships

Source: Read from the school's website

Accreditations
BSO
Inspection
BSO · Outstanding

Diving deeper

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Governance and ownership

    Part of the Aldar Education group, which runs seven academies across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Academics

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Curriculum

    Follows the English National Curriculum with an enquiry-based approach. Curriculum equivalency for transfers is regulated by ADEK.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Wellbeing

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Mental wellbeing

    Holds a School Mental Health Award and prioritises student wellbeing.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Reputation

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Awards

    Lists Unified Champion Schools, School Mental Health Award and High Performance Learning School recognition.

    • Unified Champion Schools
    • School Mental Health Award
    • High Performance Learning School

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Accreditations

    Rated Outstanding by BSO; the site lists ADEK ratings as Very Good on the homepage and Outstanding in the FAQ.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Admissions

Source: Read from the school's website

  • Admissions

    Enquire online, book a tour or meeting, submit an application, then accept the offer and pay the registration fee to enrol.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Location

Source: Read from the school's website

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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