Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
Raha International School Khalifa A serves 1,700 students from 80 nationalities aged 3 to 18 in Abu Dhabi. The school is an IB Continuum World School (PYP, MYP, DP), accredited by IBO, CIS and ADEK — strong UAE government recognition. Tuition $41,550-$65,500 per year — premium positioning. Strong fit for premium IB-track expat families on Abu Dhabi assignments, with exceptional 80-nationality diversity reflecting the capital's diplomatic-and-corporate community.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus.
- Tuition: $41,550–$65,500/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 20) Abu Dhabi international school · 1,700 students total.
- 80 nationalities top: Emirati.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 7:40am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, ADEK verified.
1,700
80 (Emirati)
20 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, ADEK
About Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus
School fees range in AED valid for the academic year 2025/2026
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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.
- In-house specialist staff listed
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $41,550 – $65,500 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 41550-Dirham 65500 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $55,475(+4%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $56,975 |
| Cost position in Abu Dhabi | 95th percentile(premium tier) |
IB
IB Diploma
Arabic, French and Spanish
unknown
Yes
Yes
7:40am – 2:30pm
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Abu Dhabi
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: Emirati
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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