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Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar

Q: Where is Al Ittihad Private School (Br) located in Dubai?

Al Ittihad Private School is located in Al Mamzar , operating from a historic flagship campus on Cairo Street serving the community since 1975. This prime Dubai location provides convenient access for families in Al Mamzar, Deira, Hor Al Anz, Al Hamriya, and Port Saeed.

Q: What curriculum does Al Ittihad Private School (Br) offer?

The school delivers the American curriculum , following US educational standards with integrated Arabic language and Islamic studies.

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at Al Ittihad Private School (Br)?

Students enrol from KG1 to Grade 12 , covering ages 4 to 18 across elementary, middle, and high school.

Q: What are the tuition fees at Al Ittihad Private School (Br)?

Tuition ranges from AED 22,219 to AED 43,272 per year, based on grade level. Additional fees may apply.

Q: Who is Al Ittihad Private School (Br) best suited for?

Al Ittihad Private School is best suited for Emirati and Arab families seeking American education with strong cultural values. The school appeals to residents of Al Mamzar, Deira, Hor Al Anz, Al Hamriya, and Port Saeed seeking American education with US Common Core Standards with emphasis on UAE heritage and Islamic values.

3.3

2023-2024Good

Curriculum

American

Annual Fees

22K - 43K AED

Location

Al Safa

About Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar

Last updated 17 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar is an American curriculum school established in 1998 in Al Safa First, Dubai. For over two decades, the school has served families seeking US-based education in a coeducational environment.

The school welcomes 2,580 boys and girls aged 4 to 18. Students progress through Pre-K to Grade 12, following the American educational framework from early childhood through high school graduation.

Academic programmes prepare students for MAP assessments and AP examinations. The school holds accreditation from NEASC and CIS, demonstrating adherence to international educational standards. KHDA has awarded the school a "Good" rating in its 2023-2024 inspection.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 22,219 to AED 43,272 depending on grade level. The campus is conveniently located for families residing in Al Safa Second, Business Bay, and Wadi Al Safa 2.

Location

Al Safa

Fees & Admissions

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

Grade Level	Annual Fees (recorded)	Est. Monthly
Pre primary2026-2027 (year unverified)	23,184 AED	~1,932 AED
KG 12026-2027 (year unverified)	22,219 AED	~1,852 AED
KG 22026-2027 (year unverified)	22,219 AED	~1,852 AED
GRADE 12026-2027 (year unverified)	28,781 AED	~2,398 AED
GRADE 22026-2027 (year unverified)	28,781 AED	~2,398 AED
GRADE 32026-2027 (year unverified)	28,781 AED	~2,398 AED
GRADE 42026-2027 (year unverified)	33,610 AED	~2,801 AED
GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)	33,610 AED	~2,801 AED
GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)	33,610 AED	~2,801 AED
GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)	35,021 AED	~2,918 AED
GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)	35,021 AED	~2,918 AED
GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)	35,021 AED	~2,918 AED
GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)	43,272 AED	~3,606 AED
GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)	43,272 AED	~3,606 AED
GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)	43,272 AED	~3,606 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 11th consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Good

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

Students show strong understanding of Islamic values, UAE culture and social responsibility
Strong partnerships with parents through an active parents' council
Inclusive ethos with high-quality care and support for all students, including students of determination

What the school was asked to improve

Strengthen the governing board's impact on recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers
Improve systems to boost students' attendance and punctuality, especially at the start of the day
Give students more opportunities across all phases for critical thinking and independent inquiry
Raise attainment and accelerate progress in key subjects, especially literacy skills

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 22 to 26 January 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 85 performance indicators rated in both reports, 2 improved, 2 declined and 81 kept the same rating.

Students

2,711 → 2,580

-131 (-5%)

Teachers

201 → 182

-19 (-9%)

Students of determination

112 → 100

-12 (-11%)

Emirati students

2,432 → 2,333

-99 (-4%)

Improved

Science — Progress · High: Good → Very good
Curriculum adaptation · Elementary: Good → Very good

Declined

Arabic as a First Language — Attainment · Middle: Good → Acceptable
English — Progress · KG: Good → Acceptable

Did Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 2 a decline, 2 no change yet.

Promote high achievement and increase challenge across all phases to ensure greater progress in each subjectNo change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2023-2024
Strengthen teachers' skill in presenting curriculum standards in more depth, including practical application of skillsImproved
Curriculum adaptation (Elementary): Good → Very good
Raise English reading literacy so all students measure at or above their age levelDeclined
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment (Middle): Good → Acceptable · English — Progress (KG): Good → Acceptable
Use students' literacy levels more effectively when developing individual education plansDeclined
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment (Middle): Good → Acceptable · English — Progress (KG): Good → Acceptable
Implement effective systems for achieving and sustaining improved punctualityNo change yet
4 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024

Performance standards by year (85 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Attainment	High	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	High	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Middle	Good	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	High	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	High	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
English — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
English — Attainment	High	Good	Good
English — Progress	KG	Good	Acceptable
English — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
English — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
English — Progress	High	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	High	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	KG	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	High	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	High	Good	Good
Science — Progress	KG	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Science — Progress	High	Good	Very good
Learning skills	KG	Good	Good
Learning skills	Elementary	Good	Good
Learning skills	Middle	Good	Good
Learning skills	High	Good	Good
Students' personal and social development
Personal development	KG	Very good	Very good
Personal development	Elementary	Very good	Very good
Personal development	Middle	Very good	Very good
Personal development	High	Very good	Very good
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	KG	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Elementary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Middle	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	High	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	KG	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Elementary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Middle	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	High	Outstanding	Outstanding
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	KG	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Elementary	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Middle	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	High	Good	Good
Assessment	KG	Good	Good
Assessment	Elementary	Good	Good
Assessment	Middle	Good	Good
Assessment	High	Good	Good
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	KG	Good	Good
Curriculum design and implementation	Elementary	Very good	Very good
Curriculum design and implementation	Middle	Very good	Very good
Curriculum design and implementation	High	Very good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	KG	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Elementary	Good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	Middle	Very good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	High	Very good	Very good
The protection, care, guidance and support of students
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	KG	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Elementary	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Middle	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	High	Very good	Very good
Care and support	KG	Very good	Very good
Care and support	Elementary	Very good	Very good
Care and support	Middle	Very good	Very good
Care and support	High	Very good	Very good
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Good	Good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Good	Good
Parents and the community	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Governance	Whole school	Good	Good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Very good	Very good

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Good

Al Ittihad Private School Mamzar received a good overall rating. Students display very positive attitudes, outstanding understanding of Islamic values and culture, and good achievement in most subjects, though Kindergarten progress and Arabic as an additional language lag. Leadership under a newly appointed principal shows improvement, with punctuality and challenge identified as areas needing attention.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Students show responsible attitudes, good relationships and developing confidence in initiative and leadership skills
Well-developed systems for safeguarding and protection of students across the school
Care and support for all students in an inclusive school environment
Very positive partnerships with parents and the community
Strong appreciation of Islamic values, Emirati heritage and awareness of future citizenship roles

What the school was asked to improve

Promote high achievement and increase challenge across all phases to ensure greater progress in each subject
Strengthen teachers' skill in presenting curriculum standards in more depth, including practical application of skills
Raise English reading literacy so all students measure at or above their age level
Use students' literacy levels more effectively when developing individual education plans
Implement effective systems for achieving and sustaining improved punctuality

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 2–20), inspected 27 Feb to 03 March 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Good

2019-2020Good

2018-2019Good

2017-2018Good

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Al Ittihad Private School (Br) located in Dubai?

Al Ittihad Private School is located in Al Mamzar, operating from a historic flagship campus on Cairo Street serving the community since 1975. This prime Dubai location provides convenient access for families in Al Mamzar, Deira, Hor Al Anz, Al Hamriya, and Port Saeed.

What curriculum does Al Ittihad Private School (Br) offer?

The school delivers the American curriculum, following US educational standards with integrated Arabic language and Islamic studies.

What age groups and grade levels are available at Al Ittihad Private School (Br)?

Students enrol from KG1 to Grade 12, covering ages 4 to 18 across elementary, middle, and high school.

What are the tuition fees at Al Ittihad Private School (Br)?

Tuition ranges from AED 22,219 to AED 43,272 per year, based on grade level. Additional fees may apply.

Who is Al Ittihad Private School (Br) best suited for?

Al Ittihad Private School is best suited for Emirati and Arab families seeking American education with strong cultural values. The school appeals to residents of Al Mamzar, Deira, Hor Al Anz, Al Hamriya, and Port Saeed seeking American education with US Common Core Standards with emphasis on UAE heritage and Islamic values.

What is Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar's KHDA inspection rating?

KHDA rated Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 11th consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

What did KHDA inspectors say about Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar in 2023-2024?

Al Ittihad Private School (Br) is good overall, with very strong personal development, Islamic values understanding, and parent partnerships. Teaching, curriculum and care are good to very good, but attendance, punctuality, critical thinking opportunities and literacy skills need improvement to raise attainment and progress. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: students show strong understanding of Islamic values, UAE culture and social responsibility; strong partnerships with parents through an active parents' council; inclusive ethos with high-quality care and support for all students, including students of determination.

What was Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: strengthen the governing board's impact on recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers; improve systems to boost students' attendance and punctuality, especially at the start of the day; give students more opportunities across all phases for critical thinking and independent inquiry; raise attainment and accelerate progress in key subjects, especially literacy skills.

Has Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 2 of the 85 indicators rated in both reports improved, 2 declined and 81 kept the same rating. Improvements include Science — Progress (High) from Good to Very good, Curriculum adaptation (Elementary) from Good to Very good. Enrolment went from 2,711 to 2,580 students (-5%). Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 1 was followed by a measurable improvement.

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At a Glance

From the 2023-2024 inspection profile

Grades

Pre-K to Grade 12

Age

4 to 18

Students

2,580

Genders

Boys and girls

Curriculum

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Michael Peter Boots

Since 2/3/2023

Opening year

1998

Teachers

182 (+47 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

Egyptian

Largest nationality students

Emirati

Emirati students

2333

Determination students

100

Accreditation

NEASC, CIS

Curriculum examinations

MAP, AP

Last inspection: 22 to 26 January 2024

About Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar

Last updated 17 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

The school welcomes 2,580 boys and girls aged 4 to 18. Students progress through Pre-K to Grade 12, following the American educational framework from early childhood through high school graduation.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 22,219 to AED 43,272 depending on grade level. The campus is conveniently located for families residing in Al Safa Second, Business Bay, and Wadi Al Safa 2.

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

Pre primary2026-2027 (year unverified)

23,184 AED

~1,932 AED

KG 12026-2027 (year unverified)

22,219 AED

~1,852 AED

KG 22026-2027 (year unverified)

22,219 AED

~1,852 AED

GRADE 12026-2027 (year unverified)

28,781 AED

~2,398 AED

GRADE 22026-2027 (year unverified)

28,781 AED

~2,398 AED

GRADE 32026-2027 (year unverified)

28,781 AED

~2,398 AED

GRADE 42026-2027 (year unverified)

33,610 AED

~2,801 AED

GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)

33,610 AED

~2,801 AED

GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)

33,610 AED

~2,801 AED

GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)

35,021 AED

~2,918 AED

GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)

35,021 AED

~2,918 AED

GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)

35,021 AED

~2,918 AED

GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)

43,272 AED

~3,606 AED

GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)

43,272 AED

~3,606 AED

GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)

43,272 AED

~3,606 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Al Ittihad Private School - Mamzar "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its 11th consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Good

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