Brighton College Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
1,940
70 (British)
18 avg / 25 max
Rolling
BSO, IBO, ADEK Outstanding
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Brighton College Abu Dhabi offers its pupils a vibrant and challenging learning environment, and a distinctive British independent school ethos which reflects the values and dynamic culture of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates. Located on Abu Dhabi Island in a purpose-built campus next to Khalifa Park, Brighton College Abu Dhabi boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is committed to becoming the leading school in the Middle East. With over 145 highly experienced and talented Academic staff and over 100 support staff the school is able to provide an outstanding level of education as witnessed by our latest Inspection reports.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $12,000 – $26,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 50830-Dirham 80780 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $20,650(+9%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $22,150 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 89th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration AED 2,000. Tuition ranges AED 44,000-95,000 by grade. Exam fees AED 2,500-5,000 for IGCSE/IB. Uniforms AED 1,000-1,800. Transport AED 5,000-8,000/year. Technology levy AED 1,500/year. Re-enrollment deposit 10% of tuition.
British, IB
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
The College achieved 17% of grades at A*, 44% at A*–A grades, and 68% at A*–B in A Levels. In GCSEs the pupils achieved 54% of grades 9 - 8, 72% of grades 9 - 7, 87% grade 9-6, and 96% grade 9-5.
Arabic, French, Spanish, Mandarin, German
The Inclusion Department has well qualified, dedicated teachers working in designated areas throughout the College. Each working area is resourced to meet the requirements of each pupil’s specific needs providing personalised intervention and support. The department works in consultation with class or subject specific teachers and conducts assessments, where appropriate, to identify areas of specific need. Pupils are monitored rigorously at regular intervals and progress is fed back to pupils, parents and teachers.
The school has an Inclusion Department
English as Additional Language program
7:50am – 1:30pm (FS1 and FS2) 3:00
Pupils have access to the main Dining Room which serves a range of hot and cold food at break for Prep and Senior pupils. Senior pupils also have access to two cafes serving salads, sandwiches and drinks.
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, Saadiyat Island, Al Zahiyah
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration AED 2,000. Tuition ranges AED 44,000-95,000 by grade. Exam fees AED 2,500-5,000 for IGCSE/IB. Uniforms AED 1,000-1,800. Transport AED 5,000-8,000/year. Technology levy AED 1,500/year. Re-enrollment deposit 10% of tuition.
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