Raffles World Academy
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Raffles World Academy prepares students for IGCSE and IB Diploma, with a highly diverse student body of 85 nationalities. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and IB Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- 85 nationalities top: European.
- Ages: 4-4 school day starts at 7:50 am.
2,011
85 (European)
Rolling
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Raffles World Academy
Raffles World Academy takes its responsibility for the education, care and welfare of each child very seriously as it helps establish the cornerstones that support the growth of lifelong learners, and positive and productive contributors to the communities they live in.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 33544-Dirham 87990 |
| 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
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE, IB Diploma
Arabic, French, Mandarin, Spanish
The Student Support Team works in partnership with teachers and parents and seeks to ensure that the academic, physical, emotional and social needs of RWA students are being met. It is a collaborative team spanning both the Primary and the Secondary Schools.
Learning Support Team
English as an Additional Language Program
7:50 am – KG2: 1:00 pm KG3 - Primary School: 2:15 pm Secondary School: 3:30 pm
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
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Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: European
Estimated Real Cost
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