The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy For Boys Abu Dhabi
International School in Abu Dhabi
Quick answer
The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy For Boys Abu Dhabi is an international school serving expat families in Abu Dhabi, as a large campus with 1,378 students. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Abu Dhabi averages. Founded in 2000.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy For Boys Abu Dhabi.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 24 (max 25) Abu Dhabi international school · 1,378 students total.
- 19 nationalities top: Emirati.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:45.
1,378
19 (Emirati)
24 avg / 25 max
Rolling
2000
About The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy For Boys Abu Dhabi
The school is a continuation of the success and reputation of The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls which was established in 2000 to fulfil the vision of the Late President, H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. As an inclusive school aims to provide the highest quality of holistic education and development for boys and girls from KG1 – Grade 3, and boys only from Grades 4–10 with plans for natural growth up to Grade 12 in consecutive years.
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): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 45000-Dirham 78050 |
| 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
MAP/SAT/PSAT/EmSAT
Arabic, French
unknown
Yes
7:45 – 15:00
Yes
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
Moderately diverse
Common: Emirati
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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