Al Maaref American School vs Cambridge International School
Al Maaref American School and Cambridge International School are both in Qusais & Nahda in Dubai. KHDA rates Al Maaref American School Acceptable (2023-2024) and Cambridge International School Good (2023-2024). Recorded annual fees: Al Maaref American School AED 12,906 to AED 37,134 (mixed or unverified years); Cambridge International School AED 23,795 to AED 36,775 (mixed or unverified years).
| Al Maaref American School | Cambridge International School | |
|---|---|---|
| KHDA rating | Acceptable (2023-2024) | Good (2023-2024) |
| Recorded annual fees | AED 12,906 – AED 37,134 (mixed or unverified years) | AED 23,795 – AED 36,775 (mixed or unverified years) |
| Curriculum | American | UK* |
| Area | Qusais & Nahda | Qusais & Nahda |
| Students (2023-2024) | 1,368 | 2,813 |
| Teachers | 100 | 157 |
| Ages | 4 to 18 | 3 to 18 |
| Grades | KG 1 to Grade 12 | Years 1 to 13 |
| Gender | Boys and girls | Boys and girls |
| Language of instruction | English, Arabic | English |
| Accreditation | US | BSO |
| External examinations | AP | IGCSE, A Level, BTEC, ASDAN |
| Opened | 1987 | 1983 |
Sources: KHDA inspection reports and the schools' published fee schedules. Fee years are shown when verified; differences are only calculated for the same verified year. Full profiles: Al Maaref American School · Cambridge International School · methodology
