Bateen World Academy Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Bateen World Academy Abu Dhabi offers Other education, with a highly diverse student body of 40 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: 20 Abu Dhabi international school · 756 students total.
- 40 nationalities top: Emirati, British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:40am.
756
40 (Emirati, British)
20 avg
Rolling
IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC
About Bateen World Academy Abu Dhabi
Bateen World Academy opened in September 2011 to provide students with high quality education from the ages of 11 to 18. The school follows the English National curriculum with an international dimension, adapted to meet the needs of students living in Abu Dhabi. The school's mission is to provide a world-class, holistic, international education for students whilst at the same time ensuring the highest standards of academic achievement.
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
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- •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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 54000-Dirham 75310 |
| 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
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Other
IGCSE and IB Diploma and BTEC
We are an IB school offering the IBPYP in primary school FS1 - Year 6, an adapted English National Curriculum in secondary school Years 7 - 11 and the IBDP, IBCP and BTEC in Years 12 and 13.
BWA continues to demonstrate academic performance that places it firmly among the most successful schools in the capital. 2025 IB Diploma Results - Cohort achieved an average point score of 33.0 which was significantly above the global average of 30.58, with 97% of students passing the full diploma qualification. Nearly half of the cohort scored 35+ points and 11% achieved 40+ points positioning them within the top global percentile. 2025 I/GCSE Results - Exceptional outcomes were achieved in 2025, with 47% of all grades at 7–9, 66% at grades 6–9, and 88% at grades 4–9, reflecting consistently strong attainment across the cohort. These outstanding outcomes firmly position the school as a leading provider of academic excellence, where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential. BWA Performance on International benchmark assessments further underscores its academic strength. 2022 PISA Assessment - 15 year old students significantly outperformed global averages. PISA mathematics proficiency score was 536. This is significantly above the international average of 472 and the UAE average of 431. PISA English proficiency score was 530. This is significantly above the international average of 476 and the UAE average of 417. PISA Science proficiency score was 533. This is significantly above the international average of 485 and the UAE average of 432. PISA results matter because they measure how well students can use their learning in real-life contexts, and our strong performance reflects a curriculum that prepares students for success beyond school. TIMSS 2023 Assessment - Showed excellence in with year 9 students achieving well above international and UAE averages in both Maths and English. PIRLS 2021 Result - Year 5 students achieved 562, placing them in the high international benchmark range. Strong PIRLS results highlight the school’s success in developing confident, capable readers, demonstrating that students have the comprehension skills needed to access learning across the curriculum and thrive in a global educational context.
Arabic, French, Spanish
Most of the support is based in the classroom - quality first teaching. However, some students will receive specialist 1:1 or small group support if this is felt to be appropriate to meet their needs.
Yes, as the school's Learning Support Policy states,, Bateen is committed to "Ensure that students with additional needs to those of their peers are fully included in the life of our learning community and have equal opportunity to fulfill their potential".
The school has English as a second language support team
7:40am – Monday to Thursday at 3:0pm Friday at 11:30am
Yes, in-school catering is provided by a 3rd party called Food Nation
Yes, in-school catering is provided by a 3rd party called Food Nation, with a varied menu
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
Highly diverse
Common: Emirati, British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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