Wales International School

Wales International School is a British school located in Al Shamkha City, Abu Dhabi. Established in August 2016, the school was founded to deliver high-quality UK curriculum education to families in the local area. The campus primarily serves Emirati students while welcoming children from the wider community.

The school operates as a coeducational institution, accepting both boys and girls from ages 3 to 18. Students progress through the full educational journey from early years through to sixth form. Nearly all pupils are native Arabic speakers, with English serving as the official language of instruction for the majority of lessons.

Wales International School follows the National Curriculum of England, adapted to meet local cultural and religious requirements. The academic programme prepares students for IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Arabic, Islamic Studies, and UAE Social Studies comprise approximately 20% of lesson time as required by the Ministry of Education. The school emphasises independent learning, differentiated instruction, and structured assessment procedures.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 24,160 to AED 35,980, positioning the school within the middle bracket for Abu Dhabi private schools. The campus is conveniently accessible from 1st Street, Sector SH22, Sector SH 10, and surrounding Al Shamkha neighbourhoods.