Raffles World Academy Sharjah
- IB PYP
- IB MYP
About
Raffles World Academy Sharjah is a new international school in Aljada, Sharjah, opening in August 2026. It will admit students from Pre-K to Grade 8 and plans to expand year on year. Applications for 2026-2027 are open.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IB PYP · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 3–14
Type
International school
- Founded
- 2026
- Sibling discount
- 5% for second and third child; 10% for fourth; 15% for fifth; 20% for sixth onwards
- School bus
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
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2026-27 school year
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.
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP
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 MYPOffered
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)Not here
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)Not here
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
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Performing arts
- Sport
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
Sports
- Swimming
- Running track
- Outdoor basketball
- Padel
- Tennis
- Multipurpose sports halls
Arts
- Music
- Design and technology
- Art
- Dance
- Drama
- Language learning
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The essentials
Bus service
NexGen Falcon School Transport is the official transport provider. Families register through an online form, and routes and fees are shared separately.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
Uniforms are bought from a named supplier, with at least two sets recommended per child. A uniform policy document is also published.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the Innoventures Education group of schools, which includes RWA Dubai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Uses an inquiry-based, student-centred approach that emphasises international-mindedness and UAE values.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
RWA Dubai opened in 2010. RWA Sharjah, the second school in the group, is set to open in August 2026.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A campus of about 485,000 sq ft in Aljada with a library, specialist rooms, labs and outdoor learning areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Three climate-controlled halls, two swimming pools, a running track, a field, and outdoor basketball, padel and tennis courts.
- Multipurpose halls (3)
- Swimming pools (2)
- Running track
- Playing field
- Basketball court
- Padel court
- Tennis court
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes a networked library, science, computer and design technology labs, and specialist music, art, dance, drama and language rooms.
- Networked library
- Science labs
- Computer labs
- Design technology labs
- Music room
- Art room
- Dance room
- Drama room
- Language learning room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Dedicated specialist spaces for music, design, art, dance and drama.
- Music
- Design
- Art
- Dance
- Drama
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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