Belvedere British School Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Belvedere British School Abu Dhabi prepares students for IGCSE and A-Levels, with a highly diverse student body of 43 nationalities. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Abu Dhabi averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 25 (max 30) Abu Dhabi international school · 825 students total.
- 43 nationalities top: UAE.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:30am.
825
43 (UAE)
25 avg / 30 max
Rolling
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Belvedere British School Abu Dhabi
At Belvedere British School we offer a broad, distinctive academic education for both boys and girls of 4 to 16 years of age. We pride ourselves on our long standing reputation for excellent results and high quality pastoral care for all students. The innovative and enriched curriculum reflects our vision and ethos and meets the needs and aspirations of students. These, together with our specialism in science, offer a unique education experience for young people in Abu Dhabi and beyond.
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
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 25760-Dirham 33520 |
| 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 A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels CAT 4, CEM for FS2, Progress Test Series, Question a Day, eTIMSS
French
Identify all children who need special consideration to support their physical, social, emotional or intellectual development; Ensure that these children are given appropriate support to allow every child full access to the National Curriculum in a positive framework; Ensure that these children are fully included in all activities of the school; Involve parents developing a partnership of support, enabling them to have full confidence in the strategy adopted by the school.
Yes, SENCO, Intervention and Shadow Teachers.
No
7:30am – 2:30pm
Yes, we have our school cafeteria.
No, parents should provide food for students who have special diets.
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: UAE
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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