SABIS International School Yas Island
- American
- IGCSE
- A Level
- AP
Per yearabout USD 10.8K–16.9K
AED 39.5K–62.2K · 2025-26 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
About
SABIS International School - Yas Island is a private, English-medium day school in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It opened in 2015 and is a member of the SABIS Network. It serves students from Pre-KG to Grade 12.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
American · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2015
- Nurse on site
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2025-26 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre School - KG1 - KG2 | AED 39,500≈ USD 10.8K |
| Grades 1 to 3 | AED 44,200≈ USD 12K |
| Grades 4 to 6 | AED 49,500≈ USD 13.5K |
| Grades 7 to 9 | AED 55,500≈ USD 15.1K |
| Grades 10 to 12 | AED 62,200≈ USD 16.9K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre School - KG1 - KG2 | AED 39,500 (about USD 10.8K) |
| Grades 1 to 3 | AED 44,200 (about USD 12K) |
| Grades 4 to 6 | AED 49,500 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Grades 7 to 9 | AED 55,500 (about USD 15.1K) |
| Grades 10 to 12 | AED 62,200 (about USD 16.9K) |
Source: school website (sisyasisland.sabis.net) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| SABIS International School Yas Island (this school) | AED 39,500 (about USD 10.8K) | AED 62,200 (about USD 16.9K) |
| Ajyal International School Al Falah | AED 22,340 (about USD 6.08K) | AED 44,680 (about USD 12.2K) |
| The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls | AED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K) | AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K) |
| Al Najah Private School | AED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K) | AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
Source: school website (sisyasisland.sabis.net) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-09)
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 (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum · IGCSE · A Level · AP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
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.
AP
High school, by subject · Ages 15–18
College Board's university-level courses that high-school students choose subject by subject, with exams scored 1–5 each May.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Service
- Sport
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Theatre
- Sports field
Sports
- Basketball
- Football
- Volleyball
- Swimming
- Athletics
- Tennis
After-school activities
- Sports training
- Clubs
- Basketball
- Football
- Volleyball
- Swimming
- Athletics
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Offers extra learning support through teacher-led study groups, peer tutoring, exam prep sessions and video tutorials. Learning gaps are monitored and addressed.
- Teacher-Led Study Groups
- Peer Tutoring
- Power Study Sessions
- Academic Competitions
- On-Demand Tutoring Videos
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
A modern cafeteria where students can eat food brought from home, with sandwiches and fresh fruit available at break time or after school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
A private, English-medium day school and member of the global SABIS Network.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Runs an international curriculum drawing on American, British and Emirati systems, preparing students for AP, IGCSE, AS/A Level and UAE national exams.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
In 2025, several students earned AP Scholar awards. Graduates are accepted to leading universities including Imperial College London, UCL and the University of Cambridge.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Weekly Advising Classes from Grade 4 give students a safe space to discuss life topics, moving to health, career and university counselling in higher grades.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Emphasises student health and wellbeing with close personal care. Resident nurses handle health concerns during the school day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened in 2015 and is a member of the global SABIS Network.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A 60,000 sq m campus on Yas Island with classrooms, labs, library, auditorium and cafeteria. The KG section is in a separate building.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a semi-Olympic pool, an indoor basketball/tennis court, and a full-size soccer field with a running track.
- Semi-Olympic pool
- Indoor basketball/tennis court
- Soccer field
- Running track
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Includes science and computer labs, a library, interactive smart boards in main classrooms, and an ITL testing and learning hall.
- Science laboratory
- Computer laboratory
- Library
- ITL Hall
- Interactive smart boards
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has music and art rooms and an auditorium with professional sound and lighting systems.
- Music room
- Art room
- Auditorium
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Social and hobbies
After-school clubs let students share interests, usually involving grades 3 to 12.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
The Student Life Organization lets students take part in school life and lead roles such as prefects and group leaders.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English-medium school; English is the language of instruction.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
States it is fully accredited by the government and by international accreditation agencies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions policy, process, tuition information, application and interest forms are published. A school visit is recommended before applying.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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