Affordable American Schools Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology
Khalifah Al Hamza American Private School, established on 29 November 2018, is an American school located in Central Region - Al Madam, Sharjah. The school delivers education based on American curriculum standards aligned with Common Core State Standards and enriched by the UAE National Framework, providing students with a foundation rooted in US educational principles.
The school follows the American educational framework for grades Pre KG to Grade 8, which received a Good evaluation. Students engage with subject matter designed to prepare them for future academic pursuits, with admissions open to boys and girls from KG to Grade 5 and boys only from Grade 6.
As an American curriculum school, Khalifah Al Hamza American Private School structures its academic programme around core subjects including English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. The curriculum supports student development through progressive learning stages from Pre KG, KG1, KG2 to Grades 1-8.
The Al Madam campus serves families residing in the Central Region of Sharjah and surrounding areas. Parents seeking American-style education in this area will find the school accessible from surrounding communities within the Central Region.
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 | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades2026-2027 (year unverified) | See PDF AED | - | - |
Khalifa Al Hamza American Private School was rated good overall by SPEA. Students achieve well in Islamic Education, Arabic, social studies, English and mathematics, and leadership shows clear direction with strong parent partnerships. Areas for development include writing skills, higher-order thinking, mathematical reasoning, and support for high-attaining students.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2026 (PDF, pages 2-28), inspected 2 – 5 February 2026. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 3 performance indicators rated in both reports, 1 improved, 0 declined and 2 kept the same rating.
Of the 6 recommendations made in 2024, 1 can be checked against the 2026 ratings: 1 show an improvement.
Partnerships with parents and the community: Good → Very good
| Indicator | Phase | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Achievement | Phase 1 | Good | - |
| Islamic Education — Achievement | Phase 2 | Good | - |
| Islamic Education — Achievement | Phase 3 | Acceptable | - |
| Arabic as a First Language — Achievement | Phase 1 | Good | - |
| Arabic as a First Language — Achievement | Phase 2 | Good | - |
| Arabic as a First Language — Achievement | Phase 3 | Acceptable | - |
| Arabic as a Second Language — Achievement | Whole school | Acceptable | - |
| Social Studies — Achievement | Phase 2 | Good | - |
| Social Studies — Achievement | Phase 3 | Acceptable | - |
| English — Achievement | Whole school | Acceptable | - |
| Mathematics — Achievement | Whole school | Good | - |
| Science — Achievement | Whole school | Good | - |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Whole school | - | Good |
| Arabic Language — Progress | Whole school | - | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Whole school | - | Good |
| English — Progress | Whole school | - | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Whole school | - | Good |
| Students' personal and social development | |||
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Phase 1 | Good | - |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Phase 2 | Good | - |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Phase 3 | Good | - |
| Leadership and management | |||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Good | Good |
| Self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Good | Good |
| Partnerships with parents and the community | Whole school | Good | Very good |
| Governance | Whole school | - | Good |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | - | Very good |
This school's overall effectiveness improved from acceptable to good. Achievement is strong in Phase 1 and generally good across most subjects, alongside good personal development and strong Islamic values. Leadership under a new principal is effective, though assessment, curriculum adaptation, and students' independence and initiative still need improvement.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2024 (PDF, pages 1-29), inspected 11 - 14 March 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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