The Cambridge High School - Abu Dhabi
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 4.62K–9.74K
AED 17K–35.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
About
British curriculum school in Abu Dhabi, based on the National Curriculum for England, serving students from FS2 to Year 13. Part of GEMS Cambridge International Schools.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by GEMS Education. See all 54 schools of GEMS Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS2 – Year 13
- Founded
- 1988
- Intake
- 9
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 |
|---|---|
| FS2 | AED 16,960≈ USD 4.62K |
| 1 | AED 20,520≈ USD 5.59K |
| 2 | AED 20,520≈ USD 5.59K |
| 3 | AED 22,000≈ USD 5.99K |
| 4 | AED 22,000≈ USD 5.99K |
| 5 | AED 23,840≈ USD 6.49K |
| 6 | AED 23,840≈ USD 6.49K |
| 7 | AED 27,850≈ USD 7.58K |
| 8 | AED 27,850≈ USD 7.58K |
| 9 | AED 29,450≈ USD 8.02K |
| 10 | AED 29,450≈ USD 8.02K |
| 11 | AED 31,190≈ USD 8.49K |
| 12 | AED 35,760≈ USD 9.74K |
| 13 | AED 35,760≈ USD 9.74K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS2 | AED 16,960 (about USD 4.62K) |
| 1 | AED 20,520 (about USD 5.59K) |
| 2 | AED 20,520 (about USD 5.59K) |
| 3 | AED 22,000 (about USD 5.99K) |
| 4 | AED 22,000 (about USD 5.99K) |
| 5 | AED 23,840 (about USD 6.49K) |
| 6 | AED 23,840 (about USD 6.49K) |
| 7 | AED 27,850 (about USD 7.58K) |
| 8 | AED 27,850 (about USD 7.58K) |
| 9 | AED 29,450 (about USD 8.02K) |
| 10 | AED 29,450 (about USD 8.02K) |
| 11 | AED 31,190 (about USD 8.49K) |
| 12 | AED 35,760 (about USD 9.74K) |
| 13 | AED 35,760 (about USD 9.74K) |
Source: school website (gemscis-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-11-04 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Cambridge High School - Abu Dhabi (this school) | AED 16,960 (about USD 4.62K) | AED 35,760 (about USD 9.74K) |
| 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) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Yas American Academy | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
| Modern British Academy | AED 25,050 (about USD 6.82K) | AED 32,360 (about USD 8.81K) |
Source: school website (gemscis-abudhabi.com) · checked 2026-11-04 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
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 2026-11-04)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Auditorium
- Science labs
- Ict labs
- Music
- Art
- Sports court
- Sports field
- Playground
- Canteen
- Medical dispensary
- Prayer room
Sports
- Cricket
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Swimming
Arts
- Music
- Art
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- Accreditations
- pearson, AQA, CIE
- Inspection
- ADEK · Very Good · 2024-25
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Describes itself as an inclusive school and runs a dedicated English language support room.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School transport is outsourced to an external bus company.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Uniform
Expects students to wear the school uniform, which is available from school suppliers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
Two on-campus canteens sell snacks and drinks during breaks and after-school activities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the GEMS Cambridge International Schools group, which publishes a message from its chairman and founder.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the National Curriculum for England, with IGCSE and A Level courses offered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Publishes yearly IGCSE and A Level top-grade results from 2019 to 2025.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
English as an additional language (EAL)
Has a special room dedicated to English language support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Has a safeguarding section on its website describing how it keeps children safe.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 1988, the school follows the National Curriculum for England from FS2 to Year 13.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Has a pool, auditorium, music and art studios, library and a medical dispensary staffed by two full-time nurses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has an indoor heated pool, a multi-purpose court and a playing field.
- Swimming pool
- Multi-purpose court
- Cricket nets
- Basketball courts
- Hockey
- Playing field
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has separate physics, chemistry and biology labs, four ICT labs and a library.
- Science labs
- ICT labs
- Library
- Smart boards
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has a large air-conditioned auditorium, a music studio and two art studios.
- Auditorium
- Music studio
- Art studios
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Awards
Lists yearly academic awards, including excellence awards and Cambridge Learner Awards.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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