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The education sector in Abu Dhabi continues to grow and boasts an extensive plethora of private and public schools in the capital and beyond. Different curriculums cater for a diverse and multicultural population.
With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level.
Here Yalla Abu Dhabi Life has compiled an extensive list of schools available in the capital and surrounding areas.
With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level. …Read More
Address: Mussafah, Sector 9, Shabiya 12
District: Mussafah
Founded: 2010
Curriculum: CBSE
Address: Khalifa City A, Al Raha Gardens
District: Khalifa Port
Founded: 2006
Curriculum: IB
The Raha Community prides itself on its unity in diversity. They represent a diversity of nationalities, cultures, languages, interests, learning styles and strengths. Raha students are naturally curious, think deeply, take risks and reflect on their learning. They go beyond just academic excellence and take thoughtful action, locally and globally. Raha graduates have a passion for lifelong, inquiry-based learning.
Address: Khalifa City A, Street 20th
District: Khalifa Port
Founded: 1993
Curriculum: American
As an esteemed American curriculum school nestled in the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, Rawafed Private School take immense pride in offering an exceptional educational experience. With accreditation from Cognia, the school is committed to providing your child with the highest standard of education, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary for a prosperous future.
Address: Baniyas East
District: Bani Yas City
Founded: 2014
Curriculum: British
Reach British School in Abu Dhabi, located near Bawabat Al Sharq Mall, opposite Mafraq Hotel on E-11 Street, is a part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global group of schools that ensures outstanding international learning connections, quality assurance and excellent governance.
Catering for children from ages 3 to 18 (Nursery/FS1 to Year 13/Pre-KG to Grade 12), Reach offers an affordable British education through the National Curriculum for England, a benchmarked course of study proven around the world; its academic and cultural rigour challenges students to excel in both their studies and personal growth.
Address: Shams Abu Dhabi, Reem Island
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2013
Curriculum: British
Located on Reem Island, Repton School Abu Dhabi is a modern and dynamic school with a traditional family feel. They are building upon a rich and vibrant history spanning over 450 years of educational heritage at Repton Derbyshire, UK. Repton Abu Dhabi offers the rigour of the National Curriculum of the United Kingdom with the dynamism of the UAE and is delivered in world-class facilities.
Address: Zone 1E22 , Al Nahyan
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1969
Curriculum: MOE
Rosary follows the U.A.E. Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum. It admits students in all grades based on the results of an entrance exam conducted in Arabic, Mathematics and English. Their objective has always remained to produce a generation of lifelong learners who are tolerant and compassionate; individuals who respect the culture, values and heritage of the UAE.
Address: City Plot No A-02 & A-03, Near Khazna Data Center
District: Masdar City
Founded: 2015
Curriculum: CBSE
Ryan International School, Masdar City which was established in September 2015 endorses the key philosophy of “Excellence in Education and All Round Development”. It is a CBSE school with a campus that houses state-of-the-art infrastructure, technology-driven classrooms, and the latest amenities like activity rooms, an auditorium and a sports ground.
Address: Ruwais Housing Complex – Phase 4
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2001
Curriculum: SABIS
Address: 17th Street
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1967
Curriculum: CBSE
St. Joseph’s School prides itself on offering a supportive learning environment and teaching quality.
Address: 218 31st St - near Abu Dhabi Co-op Society - Zone 1
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1980
Curriculum: MOE
Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Bangladesh Islamia Private School is a prominent educational institute providing sound academic education to Bangladeshi and international students in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for secondary and higher secondary education.
It is a place where students are encouraged to increase their personal and social skills for the development of positive and effective young citizens in harmony with the global community.
