Emirates National Schools — Abu Dhabi
School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Emirates National Schools — Abu Dhabi offers a multi-track British and Local+English programme, as a large campus with 2,026 students. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. At $4,500–$10,000/year, it sits below the Abu Dhabi average — offering strong value. Note: Registration AED 500.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, Local+English leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $4,500–$10,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: ADEK, MOE, IBO verified.
2,026
Rolling
ADEK, MOE, IBO
AP
About Emirates National Schools — Abu Dhabi
Preparing future leaders through innovation in education and treasuring of cultural heritage
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $4,500 – $10,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $8,750(+21%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $10,250 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 4th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration AED 500. Tuition ranges AED 16,500-37,000 by grade. Bilingual Arabic-English curriculum with British framework. Uniforms AED 600-1,000. Transport AED 3,500-5,500/year. MOE-aligned with additional English pathways.
British, Local+English
AP
limited
Recommended neighborhoods
Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Al Shamkha, Khalifa City, Baniyas
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration AED 500. Tuition ranges AED 16,500-37,000 by grade. Bilingual Arabic-English curriculum with British framework. Uniforms AED 600-1,000. Transport AED 3,500-5,500/year. MOE-aligned with additional English pathways.
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