Yas American Academy
- American
- AP
Per yearabout USD 15.5K–18.7K
AED 57.1K–68.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Private American-curriculum school in Abu Dhabi, part of the Aldar Academies group, following the Massachusetts state curriculum with Pre-K to Grade 12.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
- Run directly by Aldar Education. See all 12 schools of Aldar Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
American · AP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 40
- Founded
- 2016
- Accreditations
- NEASC
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 |
|---|---|
| Pre-KG | AED 57,090≈ USD 15.5K |
| KG1 | AED 57,090≈ USD 15.5K |
| KG2 | AED 57,090≈ USD 15.5K |
| Grade 1-5 | AED 59,330≈ USD 16.2K |
| Grade 6-8 | AED 63,820≈ USD 17.4K |
| Grade 9-12 | AED 68,850≈ USD 18.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre-KG | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) |
| KG1 | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) |
| KG2 | AED 57,090 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Grade 1-5 | AED 59,330 (about USD 16.2K) |
| Grade 6-8 | AED 63,820 (about USD 17.4K) |
| Grade 9-12 | AED 68,850 (about USD 18.7K) |
Source: school website (yasamericanacademy.ae) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Yas American Academy (this school) | 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) |
| Modern British Academy | AED 25,050 (about USD 6.82K) | AED 32,360 (about USD 8.81K) |
| Abu Dhabi Grammar School Canada | AED 23,350 (about USD 6.36K) | AED 49,190 (about USD 13.4K) |
| Pearl British Academy | AED 44,480 (about USD 12.1K) | AED 46,030 (about USD 12.5K) |
| 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 (yasamericanacademy.ae) · checked 2026-11-06 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- AED 5
- Bus
- AED 5,000
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 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 10% rebate on annual tuition for 3rd child; 15% per child for 4th child and above
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
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.
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
- STEM
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
- Clinic
- Cafeteria
- Dance studio
- E gaming
Sports
- Swimming
- Football
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Tennis
- Running
- Cycling
- Weight lifting
Arts
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Dance
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Source: Read from the school's website
Country affiliation
Aligns with the UAE 2031 vision and meets UAE requirements for social studies, Islamic Education and Arabic.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs school buses with GPS tracking. Transport is not included in tuition.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Governance and ownership
Part of the Aldar Academies group, with priority placement across its schools for eligible students.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows Massachusetts state standards with NGSS, AP and SHAPE frameworks. Play-based in Kindergarten, inquiry-based in elementary, project-based in middle and high school.
- Massachusetts State Standards
- NGSS
- Advanced Placement (AP)
- SHAPE
- Creative Curriculum Pre-K
- STEM
- Service-Learning
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports that nearly all of its last graduating cohort was accepted to universities abroad, supported by Pre-AP, AP and Honors courses.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Safeguarding
Has 24/7 security, CCTV and controlled access points across the campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founding American-curriculum school within the Aldar Academies group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports facilities
Has an indoor gym, football field, Olympic-size pool, courts, running track, dance studio, cycling and weight room.
- Indoor gymnasium
- Football field
- Basketball, volleyball and tennis courts
- Running track
- Olympic-size swimming pool
- Dance studio
- Cycling room
- Weight lifting room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has tech-equipped classrooms, two libraries, STEM and engineering labs, a food technology room, IT labs and makerspaces.
- Innovative classrooms
- Elementary and secondary libraries
- STEM and engineering labs
- Food technology room
- E-gaming room
- IT labs and makerspaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has a performing arts auditorium, visual arts studios, student lounges and a cafeteria.
- Performing arts auditorium
- Visual arts studios
- Student lounge
- Cafeteria and dining hall
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Provides Arabic instruction in line with Ministry of Education requirements.
- Arabic
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Awards
Holds the ACE School of Character quality mark.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Secured NEASC accreditation in 2024, a US regional accrediting body, and offers a US diploma.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Enquire online, arrange a tour or meeting, submit an application, then receive an offer after assessment. Enrolment is confirmed on payment of the registration fee.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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