Mirdif American School

Q: Where is Mirdif American School located in Dubai?

Mirdif American School is located in Mirdif & Eastern Suburbs , operating in Al Mizhar First serving American curriculum education needs across Mirdif, Al Mizhar , Al Khawaneej, and Shorooq.

Q: What curriculum does Mirdif American School offer?

The school delivers the American curriculum , following US educational standards from elementary through high school levels.

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at Mirdif American School?

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 Mirdif American School?

Annual fees range from AED 25,944 to AED 47,081 , depending on grade level. Additional charges may apply.

Q: Who is Mirdif American School best suited for?

Mirdif American School is best suited for Arabic -speaking families in Mirdif and Al Mizhar seeking American education with Arabic and Islamic studies. The school attracts residents of Mirdif , Al Mizhar , Al Khawaneej, and Shorooq who value bilingual American - Arabic education.

2023-2024Good

Curriculum

American

Annual Fees

26K - 47K AED

Location

Al Mizhar

About Mirdif American School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

Mirdif American School is a US school located in Al Mizhar, serving the Dubai community since 1995. The school accommodates 698 boys and girls aged 4-13 across KG 1 to Grade 8.

The curriculum is designed to deliver a comprehensive US education with students preparing for the MAP assessments. The school holds NEASC accreditation, ensuring quality standards are met.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 25,944 to AED 47,081, making it accessible for families seeking a US school experience in Dubai.

The Al Mizhar campus is conveniently located for residents of Al Mizhar 3, Al Mizhar First, and Al Mizhar Second, enhancing accessibility for the local community.

Location

Al Mizhar

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)	25,944 AED	~2,162 AED
KG 12026-2027 (year unverified)	26,020 AED	~2,168 AED
KG 22026-2027 (year unverified)	27,260 AED	~2,272 AED
GRADE 12026-2027 (year unverified)	28,498 AED	~2,375 AED
GRADE 22026-2027 (year unverified)	29,739 AED	~2,478 AED
GRADE 32026-2027 (year unverified)	30,977 AED	~2,581 AED
GRADE 42026-2027 (year unverified)	32,217 AED	~2,685 AED
GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)	33,454 AED	~2,788 AED
GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)	34,695 AED	~2,891 AED
GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)	37,172 AED	~3,098 AED
GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)	38,410 AED	~3,201 AED
GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)	45,034 AED	~3,753 AED
GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)	47,081 AED	~3,923 AED
GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)	47,000 AED	~3,917 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Mirdif American School "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fifth 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 very good personal development and social skills that contribute to a positive learning environment
Students show strong appreciation of Emirati culture and the Islamic values that underpin UAE society
Rigorous health and safety procedures ensure all students are safe and secure at school
High level of care and support ensures all students are nurtured in an inclusive community
Successful partnerships with parents whose contributions and roles in the school are highly valued

What the school was asked to improve

Accelerate students' progress in all subjects by addressing specific learning needs, raising expectations, and providing higher levels of challenge
Implement urgent, targeted, data-driven interventions to raise students' reading skills to at least Stanine 5
Integrate technology more fully to support independent research, recording, and presentations

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–25), inspected 16 to 20 October 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 65 performance indicators rated in both reports, 5 improved, 1 declined and 59 kept the same rating.

Students

735 → 698

-37 (-5%)

Teachers

45 → 46

+1 (+2%)

Students of determination

48 → 60

+12 (+25%)

Emirati students

516 → 516

unchanged

Improved

English — Attainment · Elementary: Acceptable → Good
Care and support · Elementary: Good → Very good
Care and support · Middle: Good → Very good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning: Acceptable → Good
Parents and the community: Very good → Outstanding

Declined

English — Progress · KG: Very good → Good

Did Mirdif American School act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 4 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 4 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 1 a mixed picture, 2 no change yet.

Raise students' reading literacy skills to grade-level standards to enable at least good progress in all subjects and phasesMixed
English — Attainment (Elementary): Acceptable → Good · English — Progress (KG): Very good → Good
Ensure the self-evaluation process gives a more realistic view of performance and informs improvement planning prioritiesImproved
School self-evaluation and improvement planning: Acceptable → Good
Improve teaching quality by developing better use of lesson time for practical learning, use of assessment data to address varying needs, and students' collaborative and…No change yet
6 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Strengthen teachers' use of assessment data to address students' varying learning needsNo change yet
6 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024

Performance standards by year (65 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 — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Middle	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Middle	Acceptable	Acceptable
English — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Elementary	Acceptable	Good
English — Attainment	Middle	Acceptable	Acceptable
English — Progress	KG	Very good	Good
English — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
English — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	Elementary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Mathematics — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	KG	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	KG	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Elementary	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Middle	Good	Good
Science — Progress	KG	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Elementary	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Middle	Good	Good
Learning skills	KG	Good	Good
Learning skills	Elementary	Good	Good
Learning skills	Middle	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
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	KG	Very good	Very good
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
Social responsibility and innovation skills	KG	Good	Good
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Elementary	Good	Good
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Middle	Good	Good
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	KG	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Elementary	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Middle	Good	Good
Assessment	KG	Good	Good
Assessment	Elementary	Good	Good
Assessment	Middle	Good	Good
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	KG	Good	Good
Curriculum design and implementation	Elementary	Good	Good
Curriculum design and implementation	Middle	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	KG	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Elementary	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Middle	Good	Good
The protection, care, guidance and support of students
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	KG	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Elementary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Middle	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	KG	Good	Good
Care and support	Elementary	Good	Very good
Care and support	Middle	Good	Very good
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Good	Good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Acceptable	Good
Parents and the community	Whole school	Very good	Outstanding
Governance	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Very good	Very good

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Good

Mirdif American School received a good overall rating. Personal development, understanding of Islamic and world cultures, and safeguarding are particularly strong, alongside very supportive governance and community partnerships. Areas for improvement include raising reading literacy, aligning self-evaluation with improvement plans, and increasing collaborative learning and use of assessment data.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Students' personal development and understanding of Islamic values and Emirati and world cultures
The school's highly effective procedures to secure the health and safety of students, staff and visitors
Parents' strong support for the school and high satisfaction with school partnerships

What the school was asked to improve

Raise students' reading literacy skills to grade-level standards to enable at least good progress in all subjects and phases
Ensure the self-evaluation process gives a more realistic view of performance and informs improvement planning priorities
Improve teaching quality by developing better use of lesson time for practical learning, use of assessment data to address varying needs, and students' collaborative and…
Strengthen teachers' use of assessment data to address students' varying learning needs

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 2–20), inspected 10 to 13 October 2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Good

2019-2020Good

2018-2019Good

2017-2018Good

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mirdif American School located in Dubai?

Mirdif American School is located in Mirdif & Eastern Suburbs, operating in Al Mizhar First serving American curriculum education needs across Mirdif, Al Mizhar, Al Khawaneej, and Shorooq.

What curriculum does Mirdif American School offer?

The school delivers the American curriculum, following US educational standards from elementary through high school levels.

What age groups and grade levels are available at Mirdif American School?

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

What are the tuition fees at Mirdif American School?

Annual fees range from AED 25,944 to AED 47,081, depending on grade level. Additional charges may apply.

Who is Mirdif American School best suited for?

Mirdif American School is best suited for Arabic-speaking families in Mirdif and Al Mizhar seeking American education with Arabic and Islamic studies. The school attracts residents of Mirdif, Al Mizhar, Al Khawaneej, and Shorooq who value bilingual American-Arabic education.

What is Mirdif American School's KHDA inspection rating?

KHDA rated Mirdif American School "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fifth consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

What did KHDA inspectors say about Mirdif American School in 2023-2024?

Mirdif American School is rated good overall. Students show very good personal development and strong understanding of Islamic values, with good teaching, curriculum, and care. Leadership is experienced and effective, though reading skills need improvement and the impact of some new initiatives is not yet fully evident. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: students show very good personal development and social skills that contribute to a positive learning environment; students show strong appreciation of Emirati culture and the Islamic values that underpin UAE society; rigorous health and safety procedures ensure all students are safe and secure at school; high level of care and support ensures all students are nurtured in an inclusive community; successful partnerships with parents whose contributions and roles in the school are highly valued.

What was Mirdif American School asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: accelerate students' progress in all subjects by addressing specific learning needs, raising expectations, and providing higher levels of challenge; implement urgent, targeted, data-driven interventions to raise students' reading skills to at least Stanine 5; integrate technology more fully to support independent research, recording, and presentations.

Has Mirdif American School improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 5 of the 65 indicators rated in both reports improved, 1 declined and 59 kept the same rating. Improvements include English — Attainment (Elementary) from Acceptable to Good, Care and support (Elementary) from Good to Very good, Care and support (Middle) from Good to Very good. Enrolment went from 735 to 698 students (-5%). Of the 4 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 4 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

KG 1-Grade 8

Age

4-13

Students

698

Genders

Boys and girls

Curriculum

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

LISA MARIE BROWN

Since 6/1/2021

Opening year

1995

Teachers

46 (+47 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

United States of America

Largest nationality students

Emirati

Emirati students

516

Determination students

Accreditation

NEASC

Curriculum examinations

MAP

Last inspection: 16 to 20 October 2023

About Mirdif American School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

Mirdif American School is a US school located in Al Mizhar, serving the Dubai community since 1995. The school accommodates 698 boys and girls aged 4-13 across KG 1 to Grade 8.

The curriculum is designed to deliver a comprehensive US education with students preparing for the MAP assessments. The school holds NEASC accreditation, ensuring quality standards are met.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 25,944 to AED 47,081, making it accessible for families seeking a US school experience in Dubai.

The Al Mizhar campus is conveniently located for residents of Al Mizhar 3, Al Mizhar First, and Al Mizhar Second, enhancing accessibility for the local community.

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

Pre primary2026-2027 (year unverified)

25,944 AED

~2,162 AED

KG 12026-2027 (year unverified)

26,020 AED

~2,168 AED

KG 22026-2027 (year unverified)

27,260 AED

~2,272 AED

GRADE 12026-2027 (year unverified)

28,498 AED

~2,375 AED

GRADE 22026-2027 (year unverified)

29,739 AED

~2,478 AED

GRADE 32026-2027 (year unverified)

30,977 AED

~2,581 AED

GRADE 42026-2027 (year unverified)

32,217 AED

~2,685 AED

GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)

33,454 AED

~2,788 AED

GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)

34,695 AED

~2,891 AED

GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)

37,172 AED

~3,098 AED

GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)

38,410 AED

~3,201 AED

GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)

45,034 AED

~3,753 AED

GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)

47,081 AED

~3,923 AED

GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)

47,000 AED

~3,917 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Mirdif American School "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fifth consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Good

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