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International Private School

3.6
2021-2022Acceptable
Curriculum

UAE Ministry of Education

Annual Fees

4K - 113K AED

Location

Sarooj

About International Private School

Last updated 26 September 2026 · Sources: ADEK inspection reports · methodology

International Private School is a Ministry of Education school located in Al Sarouj district in Al Ain. The school operates as a mixed-gender institution, welcoming both boys and girls to its campus.

Students at the school follow the UAE national curriculum framework. The teaching approach supports acceptable progress across all subjects, with particularly strong outcomes observed in Kindergarten and high school phases. English language development receives focused attention throughout the grade levels.

The school places emphasis on student care and guidance, supporting personal and social development across all age groups. Leadership maintains clear awareness of institutional strengths and areas for growth, implementing targeted improvement plans. A trustees' committee provides strategic oversight while the school maintains strong relationships with the parent community.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 4,300 to AED 112,580 depending on grade level. The campus is well-positioned for families living in New Sarouj St, Al Salam Street, and Sarooj.

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International Private School fees 2026-2027

The academic year of some recorded fees has not been verified against its source. Confirm current rates with the school before using them.

Annual tuition at International Private School ranges from AED 4,300 (KG1/FS2) to AED 112,580 (G11/Y12) for 2026-2027, across 14 year groups, or about AED 358 to AED 9,382 a month.

Grade LevelAnnual Fees (recorded)Est. MonthlyFact Sheet
KG1/FS22026-2027 (year unverified)4,300 AED~358 AED-
KG2/Y12026-2027 (year unverified)4,910 AED~409 AED-
G1/Y22026-2027 (year unverified)5,930 AED~494 AED-
G2/Y32026-2027 (year unverified)6,450 AED~538 AED-
G3/Y42026-2027 (year unverified)6,960 AED~580 AED-
G4/Y52026-2027 (year unverified)8,080 AED~673 AED-
G5/Y62026-2027 (year unverified)8,080 AED~673 AED-
G6/Y72026-2027 (year unverified)9,110 AED~759 AED-
G7/Y82026-2027 (year unverified)9,720 AED~810 AED-
G8/Y92026-2027 (year unverified)10,230 AED~853 AED-
G9/Y102026-2027 (year unverified)10,230 AED~853 AED-
G10/Y112026-2027 (year unverified)10,740 AED~895 AED-
G11/Y122026-2027 (year unverified)112,580 AED~9,382 AED-
G12/Y132026-2027 (year unverified)11,770 AED~981 AED-

Inspection Report

ADEK rated International Private School "Acceptable" in its 2021-2022 inspection, its second consecutive "Acceptable". The school has been inspected 5 times since 2012-2013.

Latest Rating (2021-2022)
Acceptable
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What inspectors found in 2021-2022

Inspectors rated International Private School Acceptable overall. Attainment and progress ranged from Acceptable to Good across subjects, with English and Sciences reaching Good in the final phase. Health and safety, and care and support, were Good, while leadership, self-evaluation, partnerships, governance and management were all judged Acceptable.

Source: ADEK inspection report 2021-2022 (PDF, pages 1-8), inspected 17-May-2022 to 19-May-2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2016-2017 inspection

Of the 56 performance indicators rated in both reports, 19 improved, 6 declined and 31 kept the same rating.

Students
1,200 → 931
-269 (-22%)
Teachers
67 → 54
-13 (-19%)

Improved

  • Attainment — Islamic Education · Phase 1 (FS/KG): Good → Very good
  • Attainment — Islamic Education · Phase 2 (P/E/C1): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Islamic Education · Phase 3 (S/M/C2): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Islamic Education · Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Arabic First Language · Phase 2 (P/E/C1): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Arabic First Language · Phase 3 (S/M/C2): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Arabic First Language · Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3): Acceptable → Good
  • Attainment — Social Studies · Phase 2 (P/E/C1): Acceptable → Good

and 11 more

Declined

  • Attainment — English · Phase 1 (FS/KG): Good → Acceptable
  • Attainment — Mathematics · Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3): Good → Acceptable
  • Progress — English · Phase 1 (FS/KG): Good → Acceptable
  • Progress — Mathematics · Phase 4 (P-16/HS/C3): Good → Acceptable
  • Partnerships with parents: Good → Acceptable
  • Governance: Good → Acceptable

Did International Private School act on the 2016-2017 recommendations?

Of the 4 recommendations made in 2016-2017, 2 can be checked against the 2021-2022 ratings: 0 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.

  1. Improve provision in lessons for lower ability students and those with special educational needsNot measurable from the ratings
  2. Raise attainment and progress in all subjectsNot measurable from the ratings
  3. Use assessment more effectively to inform lesson planning and improve individual students' progressNo change yet

    4 related indicators kept their ratings in 2021-2022

  4. Develop critical thinking, problem-solving and innovation skills, especially in higher achieving studentsNo change yet

    4 related indicators kept their ratings in 2021-2022

Performance standards by year (100 indicators, 2 inspections)
IndicatorPhase2016-20172021-2022
Students' achievement
Attainment — Islamic EducationPhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodVery good
Attainment — Islamic EducationPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Islamic EducationPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Islamic EducationPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableGood
Progress — Islamic EducationPhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodVery good
Progress — Islamic EducationPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Progress — Islamic EducationPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableGood
Progress — Islamic EducationPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Arabic First LanguagePhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodGood
Attainment — Arabic First LanguagePhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Arabic First LanguagePhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Arabic First LanguagePhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableGood
Progress — Arabic First LanguagePhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodGood
Progress — Arabic First LanguagePhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Progress — Arabic First LanguagePhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableGood
Progress — Arabic First LanguagePhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Social StudiesPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Attainment — Social StudiesPhase 3 (S/M/C2)GoodGood
Attainment — Social StudiesPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodGood
Progress — Social StudiesPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Progress — Social StudiesPhase 3 (S/M/C2)GoodGood
Progress — Social StudiesPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodGood
Attainment — EnglishPhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodAcceptable
Attainment — EnglishPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — EnglishPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — EnglishPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodGood
Progress — EnglishPhase 1 (FS/KG)GoodAcceptable
Progress — EnglishPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — EnglishPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — EnglishPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodGood
Attainment — MathematicsPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — MathematicsPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — MathematicsPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — MathematicsPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodAcceptable
Progress — MathematicsPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — MathematicsPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — MathematicsPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — MathematicsPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodAcceptable
Attainment — SciencesPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — SciencesPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — SciencesPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — SciencesPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodGood
Progress — SciencesPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
Progress — SciencesPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableGood
Progress — SciencesPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableGood
Progress — SciencesPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)GoodVery good
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — AttainmentKGAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — AttainmentPrimaryAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — AttainmentMiddleAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — AttainmentHighAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — ProgressKGAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — ProgressPrimaryAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — ProgressMiddleAcceptable-
Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — ProgressHighAcceptable-
Learning skillsPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
Learning skillsPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
Learning skillsPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
Learning skillsPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableAcceptable
Attainment — Social StudiesPhase 1 (FS/KG)-Good
Progress — Social StudiesPhase 1 (FS/KG)-Good
Students' personal and social development, and their innovation skills
Personal developmentKGGood-
Personal developmentPrimaryGood-
Personal developmentMiddleGood-
Personal developmentHighGood-
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world culturesKGGood-
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world culturesPrimaryGood-
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world culturesMiddleGood-
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world culturesHighGood-
Social responsibility and innovation skillsKGAcceptable-
Social responsibility and innovation skillsPrimaryAcceptable-
Social responsibility and innovation skillsMiddleAcceptable-
Social responsibility and innovation skillsHighAcceptable-
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learningKGGood-
Teaching for effective learningPrimaryAcceptable-
Teaching for effective learningMiddleAcceptable-
Teaching for effective learningHighGood-
AssessmentPhase 1 (FS/KG)AcceptableAcceptable
AssessmentPhase 2 (P/E/C1)AcceptableAcceptable
AssessmentPhase 3 (S/M/C2)AcceptableAcceptable
AssessmentPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)AcceptableAcceptable
TeachingPhase 1 (FS/KG)-Acceptable
TeachingPhase 2 (P/E/C1)-Acceptable
TeachingPhase 3 (S/M/C2)-Acceptable
TeachingPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)-Good
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadershipWhole schoolGood-
Self-evaluation and improvement planningWhole schoolAcceptable-
Partnerships with parentsWhole schoolGoodAcceptable
GovernanceWhole schoolGoodAcceptable
Management, staffing, facilities and resourcesWhole schoolAcceptable-
Effectiveness of leadershipWhole school-Acceptable
Self-evaluation & improvementWhole school-Acceptable
ManagementWhole school-Acceptable
Protection, care, guidance and support
Health & safetyPhase 1 (FS/KG)-Good
Health & safetyPhase 2 (P/E/C1)-Good
Health & safetyPhase 3 (S/M/C2)-Good
Health & safetyPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)-Good
Care & supportPhase 1 (FS/KG)-Good
Care & supportPhase 2 (P/E/C1)-Good
Care & supportPhase 3 (S/M/C2)-Good
Care & supportPhase 4 (P-16/HS/C3)-Good

Earlier inspections

2016-2017Acceptable

International Private School (Al Ain) was rated Acceptable overall. Attainment and progress were stronger in Kindergarten and high school than in primary and middle phases. Leadership, guided by an effective principal, and care and guidance were good, though support for higher and lower ability students, assessment use, and critical thinking skills needed further development.

Strengths noted by inspectors

  • Attainment and progress in the high school and kindergarten
  • The principal's strong sense of purpose that motivates staff, students and parents
  • Students' good behaviour, attitudes to learning and pride in UAE culture and Islamic values
  • Arrangements for the care, protection and welfare of all students

What the school was asked to improve

  • Improve provision in lessons for lower ability students and those with special educational needs
  • Raise attainment and progress in all subjects
  • Use assessment more effectively to inform lesson planning and improve individual students' progress
  • Develop critical thinking, problem-solving and innovation skills, especially in higher achieving students

Source: ADEK inspection report 2016-2017 (PDF, pages 1-21), inspected February 13, 2017 to February 16, 2017. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2016-2017Acceptable
2015-2016Weak
2013-2014
2012-2013

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are International Private School fees in 2026-2027?

Annual tuition at International Private School ranges from AED 4,300 (KG1/FS2) to AED 112,580 (G11/Y12) for 2026-2027, across 14 year groups, or about AED 358 to AED 9,382 a month. Figures are annual tuition as recorded from the school's published fees. Confirm extras such as transport and uniform with the school.

What is International Private School's ADEK inspection rating?

ADEK rated International Private School "Acceptable" in its 2021-2022 inspection, its second consecutive "Acceptable". The school has been inspected 5 times since 2012-2013.

What did ADEK inspectors say about International Private School in 2021-2022?

Inspectors rated International Private School Acceptable overall. Attainment and progress ranged from Acceptable to Good across subjects, with English and Sciences reaching Good in the final phase. Health and safety, and care and support, were Good, while leadership, self-evaluation, partnerships, governance and management were all judged Acceptable.

Has International Private School improved since its 2016-2017 inspection?

Between the 2016-2017 and 2021-2022 inspections, 19 of the 56 indicators rated in both reports improved, 6 declined and 31 kept the same rating. Improvements include Attainment — Islamic Education (Phase 1 (FS/KG)) from Good to Very good, Attainment — Islamic Education (Phase 2 (P/E/C1)) from Acceptable to Good, Attainment — Islamic Education (Phase 3 (S/M/C2)) from Acceptable to Good. Enrolment went from 1,200 to 931 students (-22%). Of the 4 recommendations made in 2016-2017, 2 can be checked against the 2021-2022 ratings and 0 were followed by a measurable improvement.

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Value for Money
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Quality of Teachers
4
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