The Australian School of Abu Dhabi

Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesLicensed
  • Australian
  • IB Diploma
  • IB MYP
  • IB PYP

Per yearabout USD 4.25K–10.1K

AED 15.6K–37K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)

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About

Full IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate from the Primary Years Programme through the Diploma Programme, integrated with the Australian Curriculum (ACARA).

Key facts

Source: Compiled from public sourcesRead from the school's website

Private International school

Info checked 2026-11-09 · 2026-27 school year

  • Curriculum

    Australian · IB Diploma · IB MYP

  • Ages

    Ages 4–18

  • Language

    English

  • Type

    International school

  • Fee level

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
KG1AED 15,600≈ USD 4.25K
KG2AED 15,600≈ USD 4.25K
G1AED 19,270≈ USD 5.25K
G2AED 19,270≈ USD 5.25K
G3AED 20,800≈ USD 5.66K
G4AED 20,920≈ USD 5.7K
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Annual tuition by grade
In the school's currency; the reference conversion is in brackets. · 2026-27
The Australian School of Abu Dhabi · Annual tuition by grade
per year
KG1AED 15,600 (about USD 4.25K)
KG2AED 15,600 (about USD 4.25K)
G1AED 19,270 (about USD 5.25K)
G2AED 19,270 (about USD 5.25K)
G3AED 20,800 (about USD 5.66K)
G4AED 20,920 (about USD 5.7K)
G5AED 22,310 (about USD 6.07K)
G6AED 25,320 (about USD 6.89K)
G7AED 27,340 (about USD 7.44K)
G8AED 27,340 (about USD 7.44K)
G9AED 30,850 (about USD 8.4K)
G10AED 30,770 (about USD 8.38K)
G11AED 37,030 (about USD 10.1K)
G12AED 37,030 (about USD 10.1K)

Source: school website (australianschool.ae) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-09)

Fee range vs schools in the same city
Lowest to highest annual tuition across grades.
The Australian School of Abu Dhabi · Fee range vs schools in the same city
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The Australian School of Abu Dhabi (this school)AED 15,600 (about USD 4.25K)AED 37,030 (about USD 10.1K)
The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for GirlsAED 33,910 (about USD 9.23K)AED 78,160 (about USD 21.3K)
Yas American AcademyAED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K)AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K)
Ajyal International School Al FalahAED 22,340 (about USD 6.08K)AED 44,680 (about USD 12.2K)
Al Najah Private SchoolAED 15,060 (about USD 4.1K)AED 32,300 (about USD 8.8K)
American International School in Abu DhabiAED 32,950 (about USD 8.97K)AED 59,900 (about USD 16.3K)

Source: school website (australianschool.ae) · checked 2026-10-29 · Reference rate (2026-11-09)

One-off costs

Enrolment fee
AED 2,500

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 (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-29)

Curriculum and academics

Source: Read from the school's website

Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)

The IB's four programmes

Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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

Exam results

IB Diploma · Average score
34.5
IB Diploma · Pass rate
100%

Student support

Source: Read from the school's website

Learning support (SEN)
Moderately selective
Device policy
Bring your own device
School bus
Yes

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Accreditation and memberships

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Accreditations
IB
Inspection
ADEK (Irtiqaa) · Good

More details

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Diving deeper

  • Governance and ownership

    Leadership publishes messages to parents. The stated vision is globally minded graduates through inclusive education.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Academics

  • Curriculum

    Runs IB programmes from early years to graduation, integrated with the Australian Curriculum (ACARA). AI literacy is built into teaching.

    • PYP
    • DP
    • Australian Curriculum (ACARA)

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Exam results

    Reports a 100% IB Diploma pass rate for the Class of 2026, with an average score of 34 to 35 and a top score of 43.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Academic calendar
    Open link

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Wellbeing

  • Special educational needs (SEN)

    Supports diverse learning needs through Universal Design for Learning, assistive technology, and co-teaching with inclusion specialists.

    • Universal Design for Learning
    • Assistive technology
    • Co-teaching

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Mental wellbeing

    Student wellbeing team monitors emotional effects of AI use. Families receive digital wellbeing and online safety guides.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

  • Safeguarding

    States zero tolerance for bullying. Safeguarding teams track emerging risks such as data privacy and AI-related content.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Reputation

  • Accreditations

    Holds ADEK Irtiqaa inspection rating of Good and aims for a higher rating. Also a full IB World School.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Admissions

  • Admissions

    Online application is reviewed by admissions. Documents include passport, IDs, prior reports; assessment or interview may be arranged.

    School website · Checked 2026-11-06

Location

Source: Read from the school's website

PO Box 36044, Corner of Streets 11 and 32, Shakbout City, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.

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