Aspen Heights British School Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Aspen Heights British School Abu Dhabi prepares students for IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC, with a highly diverse student body of 60 nationalities. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Abu Dhabi averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 25) Abu Dhabi international school · 1,250 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: UAE Nationals, British, Egyptians.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:45.
1,250
60 (UAE Nationals, British, Egyptians, Malaysians, Indians, Pakistanis)
23 avg / 25 max
Rolling
IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC
About Aspen Heights British School Abu Dhabi
Aspen Heights British school provides a supportive and engaging international environment, enabling your child to flourish and mature into highly skilled, resilient and caring global citizens. Your child will be inspired by the school's exciting and creative curriculum, interwoven with opportunities to explore its incredible locality through environmental themes. Aspen Heights is a school where children thrive in all areas of learning; working collaboratively with their peers, developing memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 38080-Dirham 65290 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $11,500(+15%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $13,000 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 76th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC
IGCSE up till Year 11, IB Diploma Programme and BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma for Year 12 and Year 13
99% pass rate. 100% acceptance to first choice universities
Arabic, French, Spanish
A specialized Oasis class for SEN students up till Year 1. Dedicated Inclusion staff to help students acclimate to regular classrooms and help catching up on the curriculum.
Aspen Heights British School is an inclusive school with ample support for students with special educational needs. It offers additional learning support where it can help the child to progress.
We have an extended EAL support programme
7:45 – FS1 - FS2: 14:15 Year 1- Year 13: 14:40
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: UAE Nationals, British, Egyptians, Malaysians, Indians, Pakistanis
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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