Reach British School
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- +1
Per yearabout USD 6.88K–14.1K
AED 25.3K–51.9K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
British international school in Abu Dhabi for students aged 3 to 18, delivering the National Curriculum for England with Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form stages. Part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by International Schools Partnership (ISP). See all 121 schools of International Schools Partnership (ISP)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
1,800
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 70
- Selectivity
- Open entry
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 |
|---|---|
| Nursery/Foundation Stage 1 | AED 25,260≈ USD 6.88K |
| Foundation Stage 2 | AED 25,850≈ USD 7.04K |
| Year 1 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 2 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 3 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 4 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 5 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 6 | AED 30,140≈ USD 8.21K |
| Year 7 | AED 37,300≈ USD 10.2K |
| Year 8 | AED 37,300≈ USD 10.2K |
| Year 9 | AED 44,000≈ USD 12K |
| Year 10 | AED 44,000≈ USD 12K |
| Year 11 | AED 51,900≈ USD 14.1K |
| Year 12 | AED 51,900≈ USD 14.1K |
| Year 13 | AED 51,900≈ USD 14.1K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery/Foundation Stage 1 | AED 25,260 (about USD 6.88K) |
| Foundation Stage 2 | AED 25,850 (about USD 7.04K) |
| Year 1 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 2 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 3 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 4 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 5 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 6 | AED 30,140 (about USD 8.21K) |
| Year 7 | AED 37,300 (about USD 10.2K) |
| Year 8 | AED 37,300 (about USD 10.2K) |
| Year 9 | AED 44,000 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 10 | AED 44,000 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 11 | AED 51,900 (about USD 14.1K) |
| Year 12 | AED 51,900 (about USD 14.1K) |
| Year 13 | AED 51,900 (about USD 14.1K) |
Source: school website (reachbritishschool.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach British School (this school) | AED 25,260 (about USD 6.88K) | AED 51,900 (about USD 14.1K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
| American International School in Abu Dhabi | AED 32,950 (about USD 8.97K) | AED 59,900 (about USD 16.3K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Abu Dhabi Grammar School Canada | AED 23,350 (about USD 6.36K) | AED 49,190 (about USD 13.4K) |
| The International School of Choueifat Abu Dhabi Khalifa City | AED 23,420 (about USD 6.38K) | AED 41,370 (about USD 11.3K) |
Source: school website (reachbritishschool.com) · checked 2026-10-28 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Bus
- AED 5,000
- Uniform
- 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 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Cat4, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
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.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
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.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- STEM
- Sport
- Visual arts
Exam results
- A Level · Top grades
- 29%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
Sports
- Swimming
- Football
- Athletics
- Basketball
Arts
- Photography
- Digital art
- Dance
- Drama
After-school activities
- ISP Artists
- ISP Changemakers
- ISP Chess Masters
- ISP Cultural Exchange
- ISP Scientists
- ISP Filmmakers
- ISP Virtual Exchange
- ISP Model United Nations
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO
- Inspection
- ADEK and British School Overseas · Good with Outstanding features
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Admissions consider additional learning needs and classes are mixed for diversity. Secondary students receive individual tutorial support based on their needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Follows the English National Curriculum and also teaches Ministry of Education subjects such as Arabic and UAE Social Studies in secondary.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School buses are run by Emirates Transport and cover many areas of Abu Dhabi, with GPS tracking and other safety features.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Food options
Canteens serve healthy meals and snacks on weekdays from 7:30am to 2pm, with separate canteens for girls and boys.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Runs house events such as an inter-house football tournament.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network and shares programmes with ISP schools in other countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the National Curriculum for England from early years to secondary, preparing students for IGCSE and BTEC, with STEAM subjects.
- National Curriculum for England
- IGCSE
- A Level
- BTEC
- STEAM
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Reported 2024 results: IGCSE pass rate 98%, A Level pass rate 100%, and 73% of BTEC students at Merit or higher.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
A life competencies programme develops adaptability, collaboration and self-leadership, run with a University of Cambridge partner.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Uses speaking-focused methods such as Talk for Writing to support pupils learning English as an additional language.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
Community
Multicultural community with students from over 70 nationalities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
The campus includes a swimming pool, sports halls, playing fields, libraries, science labs and ICT suites.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has an indoor heated swimming pool, indoor sports hall, astro turf football field and multi-sports pitch.
- Heated indoor swimming pool
- Indoor sports hall
- Astro turf football field
- Multi-sports pitch
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Separate primary and secondary libraries, science laboratories, ICT suites and spacious classrooms.
- Primary library
- Secondary library
- Science laboratories
- ICT suites
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Art programme with photography and digital projects, plus halls for dance, drama and gymnastics.
- Photography
- Digital art projects
- Dance and drama halls
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Academic activities include ISP Scientists, ISP Chess Masters and ISP Model United Nations.
- ISP Scientists
- ISP Chess Masters
- ISP Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Arts and creative activities include ISP Artists and ISP Filmmakers.
- ISP Artists
- ISP Filmmakers
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Cultural exchange and virtual exchange programmes connect pupils with peers at other ISP schools.
- ISP Cultural Exchange
- ISP Virtual Exchange
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
ISP Changemakers runs projects on environmental and community issues.
- ISP Changemakers
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Teaching is in English, with Arabic and French among the languages offered, and support for home languages.
- English
- Arabic
- French
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
States it was rated Good with Outstanding features by ADEK and British School Overseas, and lists four international accreditations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Process runs from initial enquiry through document review, interview, feedback, offer, enrolment and class placement.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
ISP scholarship programme offers partial or full tuition support to talented students of any nationality.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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