
Best American Schools in Abu Dhabi 2026: Fees & Ratings
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13K - 37K AED
Al Qusais
Al Maaref American School is an American school established in 1987 in Al Qusais First, Dubai. The school has served families in the area for nearly four decades, offering a US-based education from early years through high school graduation.
The school enrols 1,368 boys and girls aged 4 to 18. Students progress from KG 1 through Grade 12, following the complete American educational pathway within a coeducational environment.
Al Maaref American School follows the US curriculum and prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) examinations. The school holds US accreditation and received an "Acceptable" rating from KHDA in the 2023-2024 inspection cycle.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 12,906 to AED 37,134. The campus is conveniently located for families residing in Al Qusais, Doha Road, and areas near Emirates Driving Institute.
| Grade Level | Annual Fees | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG 1 | 12,906 AED | ~1,076 AED | |
| KG 2 | 12,906 AED | ~1,076 AED | |
| GRADE 1 | 14,750 AED | ~1,229 AED | |
| GRADE 2 | 14,750 AED | ~1,229 AED | |
| GRADE 3 | 14,750 AED | ~1,229 AED | |
| GRADE 4 | 17,326 AED | ~1,444 AED | |
| GRADE 5 | 17,326 AED | ~1,444 AED | |
| GRADE 6 | 17,326 AED | ~1,444 AED | |
| GRADE 7 | 18,435 AED | ~1,536 AED | |
| GRADE 8 | 20,280 AED | ~1,690 AED | |
| GRADE 9 | 22,127 AED | ~1,844 AED | |
| GRADE 9 (Science) | 22,127 AED | ~1,844 AED | |
| GRADE 10 | 25,811 AED | ~2,151 AED | |
| GRADE 10 (Science) | 25,811 AED | ~2,151 AED | |
| GRADE 11 | 30,183 AED | ~2,515 AED | |
| GRADE 11 (Science) | 30,183 AED | ~2,515 AED | |
| GRADE 12 | 37,134 AED | ~3,095 AED | |
| GRADE 12 (Science) | 37,134 AED | ~3,095 AED |
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