RAK Academy
- A Level
- IB Diploma
- IB PYP
- British
Per yearabout USD 5.09K–12.7K
AED 18.7K–46.5K · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
International school group in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, with three campuses (Khuzam, Al Hamra, Al Rams) offering UK curriculum and IB options from Pre-K to Grade 12.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
A Level · IB Diploma · IB PYP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Ownership
- Non-profit
- School day
- 07:30-15:20
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre-K | AED 18,700≈ USD 5.09K |
| KG1 | AED 24,805≈ USD 6.75K |
| KG2 | AED 31,075≈ USD 8.46K |
| 1 | AED 33,440≈ USD 9.11K |
| 2 | AED 33,990≈ USD 9.26K |
| 3 | AED 33,990≈ USD 9.26K |
| 4 | AED 36,300≈ USD 9.88K |
| 5 | AED 36,300≈ USD 9.88K |
| 6 | AED 43,175≈ USD 11.8K |
| 7 | AED 43,450≈ USD 11.8K |
| 8 | AED 44,385≈ USD 12.1K |
| 9 | AED 44,550≈ USD 12.1K |
| 10 | AED 44,715≈ USD 12.2K |
| 11 | AED 46,200≈ USD 12.6K |
| 12 | AED 46,475≈ USD 12.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-K | AED 18,700 (about USD 5.09K) |
| KG1 | AED 24,805 (about USD 6.75K) |
| KG2 | AED 31,075 (about USD 8.46K) |
| 1 | AED 33,440 (about USD 9.11K) |
| 2 | AED 33,990 (about USD 9.26K) |
| 3 | AED 33,990 (about USD 9.26K) |
| 4 | AED 36,300 (about USD 9.88K) |
| 5 | AED 36,300 (about USD 9.88K) |
| 6 | AED 43,175 (about USD 11.8K) |
| 7 | AED 43,450 (about USD 11.8K) |
| 8 | AED 44,385 (about USD 12.1K) |
| 9 | AED 44,550 (about USD 12.1K) |
| 10 | AED 44,715 (about USD 12.2K) |
| 11 | AED 46,200 (about USD 12.6K) |
| 12 | AED 46,475 (about USD 12.7K) |
Source: school website (rakacademy.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| RAK Academy (this school) | AED 18,700 (about USD 5.09K) | AED 46,475 (about USD 12.7K) |
| The International School of Choueifat Ras Al Khaimah | AED 25,500 (about USD 6.94K) | AED 48,000 (about USD 13.1K) |
| GEMS Westminster School Ras Al Khaimah | AED 13,340 (about USD 3.63K) | AED 24,250 (about USD 6.6K) |
| St Mary's High School Ras Al Khaimah | AED 13,600 (about USD 3.7K) | AED 26,000 (about USD 7.08K) |
| Harvest Private School | AED 9,350 (about USD 2.55K) | AED 20,600 (about USD 5.61K) |
| Scholars Indian School | AED 4,850 (about USD 1.32K) | AED 8,900 (about USD 2.42K) |
Source: school website (rakacademy.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 500
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 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Cat4
- Scholarships
- Yes
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)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
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
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
- STEM
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO, CIE, IB, pearson
- Memberships
- COIS
- Inspection
- Outstanding
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Bus service
School buses run with Roadex Transport, covering most areas of Ras Al Khaimah, and are booked through the parent portal.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
The Board of Governors is made up of experienced professionals with links to Ras Al Khaimah and the region.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Families can choose the UK National Curriculum pathway, leading to A-levels, or IB options including PYP and the Diploma.
- UK National Curriculum
- A-levels
- IB PYP
- IB Diploma
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
Students are included with peers through a differentiated curriculum, early assessment on entry, and regular updates to parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Al Hamra and Al Rams were established in 2018. Al Hamra plans a secondary campus expansion in 2026–27.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
The schools emphasise partnership with parents and local communities, supported by a parent portal and communication app.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic facilities
Al Rams highlights AI, robotics and science as key learning areas, with hands-on work.
- AI
- Robotics
- Science
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Bilingual teaching
Early Years at Al Hamra use a bilingual English and Arabic approach through play-based learning.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
The school lists accreditations and memberships including Cambridge, Pearson, IB, the Ministry of Education, BSO, BSME and CIS.
- Cambridge Assessment
- Pearson
- IB Primary Years
- IB Diploma
- Ministry of Education
- British Schools Overseas
- BSME
- Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
- CIS Member
- Learning Ladders
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Applicants use the online form and can book a tour. Scholarship candidates complete an assessment and an interview with the committee.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
For 2026–27, scholarships of up to 100% are offered for Grades 4–12, including Emirati, academic, talent and sports, and IB DP awards, renewable on meeting standards.
- Emirati Scholarship
- Academic Excellence Scholarship
- Talent & Sports Scholarship
- IB DP Scholarship
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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- St Mary's High School Ras Al Khaimah
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AED 13.6K–26K (about USD 3.7K–7.08K)
GEMS Westminster School Ras Al KhaimahBritish · IGCSE · A Level
AED 13.3K–24.3K (about USD 3.63K–6.6K)
The International School of Choueifat Ras Al KhaimahAP · American · IGCSE
AED 25.5K–48K (about USD 6.94K–13.1K)
Harvest Private SchoolBritish
AED 9.35K–20.6K (about USD 2.55K–5.61K)
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