Affordable IB Schools in Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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IB / Australian
15K - 36K AED
Shakhbout City
Last updated · Sources: ADEK inspection reports · methodology
Australian School of Abu Dhabi (ASAD) is an IB World School offering an Australian curriculum in Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi. The school combines International Baccalaureate frameworks with Australian educational standards, providing students with globally recognized qualifications.
ASAD welcomes both boys and girls in a coeducational setting. The multicultural student body represents families from various backgrounds, reflecting the diverse community of Abu Dhabi.
The curriculum balances international perspectives with local requirements. Students study core subjects in English while Arabic Language instruction begins at kindergarten level, with Islamic Studies commencing in Year 1. Secondary students can select electives including French and advanced Arabic, meeting Ministry of Education requirements. The school emphasizes identity development alongside academic achievement, preparing students for both local and international pathways.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 14,975 to AED 35,534. The campus location at the corner of Street 11 and 32 provides convenient access for families residing in Khalifa City B, MFW-31, and surrounding Shakhbout City communities.
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| Grade Level | Annual Fees (recorded) | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG1/FS22026-2027 (year unverified) | 14,975 AED | ~1,248 AED | - |
| KG2/Y12026-2027 (year unverified) | 14,975 AED | ~1,248 AED | - |
| G1/Y22026-2027 (year unverified) | 18,497 AED | ~1,541 AED | - |
| G2/Y32026-2027 (year unverified) | 18,497 AED | ~1,541 AED | - |
| G3/Y42026-2027 (year unverified) | 19,883 AED | ~1,657 AED | - |
| G4/Y52026-2027 (year unverified) | 19,999 AED | ~1,667 AED | - |
| G5/Y62026-2027 (year unverified) | 21,327 AED | ~1,777 AED | - |
| G6/Y72026-2027 (year unverified) | 24,215 AED | ~2,018 AED | - |
| G7/Y82026-2027 (year unverified) | 26,159 AED | ~2,180 AED | - |
| G8/Y92026-2027 (year unverified) | 26,159 AED | ~2,180 AED | - |
| G9/Y102026-2027 (year unverified) | 29,528 AED | ~2,461 AED | - |
| G10/Y112026-2027 (year unverified) | 29,528 AED | ~2,461 AED | - |
| G11/Y122026-2027 (year unverified) | 35,534 AED | ~2,961 AED | - |
| G12/Y132026-2027 (year unverified) | 35,534 AED | ~2,961 AED | - |
ADEK rated Australian School of Abu Dhabi (ASAD) "Acceptable" in its 2017-2018 inspection, its second consecutive "Acceptable". The school has been inspected 4 times since 2012-2013.
Inspectors rated this Abu Dhabi International Baccalaureate school Acceptable overall in 2021-2022. Achievement was mostly Acceptable with some Good results in upper phases. Health and safety, partnerships with parents, and management were Good, while leadership, self-evaluation, governance, and care remained Acceptable.
Source: ADEK inspection report 2017-2018 (PDF, pages 1–8), inspected 08-Feb-2022 to 10-Feb-2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 56 performance indicators rated in both reports, 15 improved, 0 declined and 41 kept the same rating.
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| Indicator | Phase | 2016-2017 | 2017-2018 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Attainment | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Arabic First Language — Progress | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic First Language — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Arabic Second Language — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Arabic Second Language — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Good |
| Arabic Second Language — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic Second Language — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic Second Language — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Good |
| Arabic Second Language — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Good |
| English — Progress | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Good |
| English — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Good |
| Sciences — Attainment | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Attainment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Attainment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Attainment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Acceptable | Good |
| Sciences — Progress | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Progress | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Progress | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Sciences — Progress | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Middle | Weak | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | High | Good | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Middle | Weak | — |
| Other Subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | High | Good | — |
| Learning skills | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Students' personal and social development | |||
| Personal development | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Personal development | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Personal development | Middle | Weak | — |
| Personal development | High | Good | — |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | High | Acceptable | — |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | High | Acceptable | — |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Teaching for effective learning | Middle | Weak | — |
| Teaching for effective learning | High | Good | — |
| Assessment | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | Weak | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | Good | Good |
| Teaching | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | — | Good |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | High | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | KG | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | Middle | Acceptable | — |
| Curriculum adaptation | High | Acceptable | — |
| Protection, care, guidance and support | |||
| Health & safety | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | — | Good |
| Health & safety | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | — | Good |
| Health & safety | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | — | Good |
| Health & safety | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | — | Good |
| Care & support | Foundation Stage (FS/KG) | — | Acceptable |
| Care & support | Phase 2 (P/E/C1) | — | Acceptable |
| Care & support | Phase 3 (S/M/C2) | — | Acceptable |
| Care & support | Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3) | — | Acceptable |
| Leadership and management | |||
| Effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Self evaluation & improvement | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Partnerships with parents | Whole school | — | Good |
| Governance | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Management | Whole school | — | Good |
This school was rated acceptable overall. Attendance was good and high-phase students progressed well, but a large minority of middle-phase boys underachieved and misbehaved. Teaching and assessment were weak in the middle phase, support for SEN and gifted students was generally weak, and high teacher turnover limited continuity of senior leadership.
Source: ADEK inspection report 2016-2017 (PDF, pages 1–15), inspected February 20 to February 23, 2017. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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