Affordable British Schools in Abu Dhabi 2026: Fees & Ratings
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British
17K - 22K AED
Khalifa City
Last updated · Sources: ADEK inspection reports · methodology
Crescent International Private School is a British school located in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi. The school provides education following the UK National Curriculum, offering a structured learning environment for students in the community.
The school operates as a mixed-gender institution, welcoming both boys and girls. Students benefit from a community-focused atmosphere where individual learning needs are prioritized. The teaching approach emphasizes practical skills development and technology integration to prepare students for future academic pursuits.
As a British curriculum school, Crescent International follows the UK educational framework. Teachers focus on personalized instruction to support each student's academic progress. The school maintains an inclusive environment that encourages student participation through various curricular and extracurricular activities.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 17,220 to AED 22,447. The campus serves families residing in Khalifa City A and surrounding neighborhoods near 20th Street. Prospective parents are welcome to visit the school to meet staff and observe the learning environment firsthand.
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| Grade Level | Annual Fees (recorded) | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG1/FS22026-2027 (year unverified) | 17,220 AED | ~1,435 AED | - |
| KG2/Y12026-2027 (year unverified) | 17,220 AED | ~1,435 AED | - |
| G1/Y22026-2027 (year unverified) | 19,670 AED | ~1,639 AED | - |
| G2/Y32026-2027 (year unverified) | 19,670 AED | ~1,639 AED | - |
| G3/Y42026-2027 (year unverified) | 20,980 AED | ~1,748 AED | - |
| G4/Y52026-2027 (year unverified) | 20,980 AED | ~1,748 AED | - |
| G5/Y62026-2027 (year unverified) | 22,300 AED | ~1,858 AED | - |
| G6/Y72026-2027 (year unverified) | 22,300 AED | ~1,858 AED | - |
| G7/Y82026-2027 (year unverified) | 22,447 AED | ~1,871 AED | - |
| G8/Y92026-2027 (year unverified) | 22,447 AED | ~1,871 AED | - |
ADEK rated Crescent International Private School "Acceptable" in its 2018-2019 inspection, its second consecutive "Acceptable". The school has been inspected 5 times since 2012-2013.
This school was rated Acceptable overall. Student achievement and personal development indicators were mostly acceptable across phases, with health and safety and partnerships with parents rated Good, while leadership, self-evaluation, governance and management were rated Acceptable.
Source: ADEK inspection report 2018-2019 (PDF, pages 1–8), inspected 01-Feb-2022 to 03-Feb-2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 44 performance indicators rated in both reports, 5 improved, 1 declined and 38 kept the same rating.
Of the 6 recommendations made in 2017-2018, 4 can be checked against the 2018-2019 ratings: 2 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.
Attainment in English (Primary): Weak → Acceptable · Attainment in English (Secondary): Weak → Acceptable · Progress in English (Secondary): Weak → Acceptable
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2018-2019
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2018-2019
Partnerships with parents: Acceptable → Good
| Indicator | Phase | 2017-2018 | 2018-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Attainment in Islamic Education | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Islamic Education | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Islamic Education | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Islamic Education | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Islamic Education | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Islamic Education | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Arabic First Language | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Arabic First Language | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Arabic First Language | Secondary | Weak | Acceptable |
| Progress in Arabic First Language | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Arabic First Language | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Arabic First Language | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Arabic Second Language | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Arabic Second Language | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Social Studies | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Social Studies | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Social Studies | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Social Studies | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in English | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in English | Primary | Weak | Acceptable |
| Attainment in English | Secondary | Weak | Acceptable |
| Progress in English | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in English | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in English | Secondary | Weak | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Mathematics | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Mathematics | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Mathematics | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Mathematics | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Mathematics | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Mathematics | Secondary | Good | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Sciences | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Sciences | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Sciences | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Sciences | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Sciences | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Progress in Sciences | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other Subjects — Attainment | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects — Attainment | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects — Progress | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects — Progress | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Learning skills | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Attainment in Arabic Second Language | Secondary | — | Acceptable |
| Progress in Arabic Second Language | Secondary | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Teaching for effective learning | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Assessment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Secondary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Foundation Stage | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Secondary | — | Acceptable |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Protection, care, guidance and support | |||
| Health and safety, including child protection/safeguarding | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Health and safety, including child protection/safeguarding | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Health and safety, including child protection/safeguarding | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Care and support | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Care and support | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Care and support | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Health & safety | Foundation Stage | — | Good |
| Health & safety | Primary | — | Good |
| Health & safety | Secondary | — | Good |
| Care & support | Foundation Stage | — | Acceptable |
| Care & support | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| Care & support | Secondary | — | Acceptable |
| Leadership and management | |||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Partnerships with parents | Whole school | Acceptable | Good |
| Governance | Whole school | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Self evaluation & improvement | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Management | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
Crescent International Private School was rated acceptable overall. Achievement is acceptable in most subjects but weak in English, especially in the middle phase. Students show positive attitudes and respect for Islamic values, though critical thinking and innovation skills are underdeveloped. Teaching, curriculum, care and leadership are all acceptable, with resources and community links needing improvement.
Source: ADEK inspection report 2017-2018 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 12-Mar-18 to 15-Mar-18. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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