American Gulf School
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
American Gulf School is an international school serving expat families in Dubai, UAE. Annual tuition runs $5,000-$15,000; total annual cost reaches roughly $13,500 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. It serves students aged 4-4.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at American Gulf School.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 24) Dubai international school · 217 students total.
- 15 nationalities top: Emirati.
- Ages: 4-4 school day starts at 7:45am.
217
15 (Emirati)
15 avg / 24 max
Rolling
About American Gulf School
School fees range in AED valid for the academic year 2025/2026
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 35540-Dirham 75440 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $13,500(+35%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $16,000 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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Other
IB Diploma MYP eAssessment (2025), DP Exams (2026), CP Exams (2026)
TBC
Arabic (plans to offer French)
Literacy team Students of Determination Team Wellbeing and counselling support
Yes, complete students of determination and wellbeing team
Yes
7:45am – 14:45pm (ECA programme 15:45pm)
Cafeteria on site at cost
Cafeteria may provide
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Emirati
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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