A prestigious British institution arrives in the UAE
The renowned Harrow School is set to open its first Abu Dhabi campus on Saadiyat Island in mid-2026, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s education sector.
Backed by Taaleem Holdings and Harrow International Schools Limited, the new school will be Abu Dhabi’s first boarding institution, offering world-class academics, character-building, and co-curricular excellence under Harrow’s prestigious house system.
A milestone for Taaleem!
Taaleem and Harrow, in partnership with ADIO and ADEK, have signed an agreement to bring Harrow International School to Saadiyat Island in 2026, reinforcing our commitment to world-class education in the UAE.#ProudlyTaaleem #Inspiringyoungminds pic.twitter.com/I3ZkYTsd1K— Taaleem (@Taaleem) February 12, 2025
Spanning 70,000 square metres, the campus will initially welcome students from Early Years to Year 6, with expansion plans for higher grades.
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Enrolment opens in October 2025 through an Expression of Interest process.
The school will provide a British curriculum infused with Harrow’s 450-year educational legacy, ensuring academic excellence, strong pastoral care, and holistic student development.
Currently in its advanced design phase, the project is being led by Dubai-based architecture firm KODA.
Taaleem, the exclusive operator of Harrow International Schools in the GCC, also plans to announce another UAE campus later this year.
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