Affordable British Schools in Abu Dhabi 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology
Al Ansar International Private School is a British curriculum school located in Al Qarain 2, Sharjah. Established in 2001, the school provides education based on the UK National Curriculum from FS1 to Year 13, offering students a structured academic pathway rooted in British educational standards.
The school delivers the English National Curriculum framework, providing students with a foundation in core subjects including English, mathematics, and sciences. Teaching methods align with UK educational practices, preparing students for progression through the British system up to IGCSE, AS, and A Levels.
As a UK school in Sharjah, Al Ansar International Private School operates under the oversight of SPEA (Sharjah Private Education Authority), with a 'Very Good' evaluation. The curriculum follows British educational guidelines and is accredited by Cambridge, Edexcel Pearson, and Oxford AQA, ensuring consistency with standards recognized across the United Kingdom and internationally.
The campus serves families residing in Al Qarain 2 and surrounding neighborhoods, including Al Qarain 3.
Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.
Seventy Al Ansar International School students, competing in 13 teams, faced more than 350 teams at the Curtin University Dubai Business Cup 2026. Two teams reached the top ten, with the boys' team taking third place and the girls' team finishing sixth.
Source: InstagramAnnual tuition at Al Ansar int.pvt.School ranges from AED 16,500 (FS1) to AED 30,900 (G10/Y11) for 2026-2027, across 15 year groups, or about AED 1,375 to AED 2,575 a month.
| Grade Level | Annual Fees 2026-2027 | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| FS12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 16,500 AED | ~1,375 AED | -Original source |
| KG1/FS22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 17,000 AED | ~1,417 AED | -Original source |
| KG2/Y12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 17,300 AED | ~1,442 AED | -Original source |
| G1/Y22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 19,300 AED | ~1,608 AED | -Original source |
| G2/Y32026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 19,300 AED | ~1,608 AED | -Original source |
| G3/Y42026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 19,300 AED | ~1,608 AED | -Original source |
| G4/Y52026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 22,100 AED | ~1,842 AED | -Original source |
| G5/Y62026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 22,100 AED | ~1,842 AED | -Original source |
| G6/Y72026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 22,100 AED | ~1,842 AED | -Original source |
| G7/Y82026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 24,500 AED | ~2,042 AED | -Original source |
| G8/Y92026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 24,500 AED | ~2,042 AED | -Original source |
| G9/Y102026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 26,500 AED | ~2,208 AED | -Original source |
| G10/Y112026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 30,900 AED | ~2,575 AED | -Original source |
| G11/Y122026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 30,900 AED | ~2,575 AED | -Original source |
| G12/Y132026-2027Year checked 2026-09-27 | 30,900 AED | ~2,575 AED | -Original source |
Al Ansar International Private School improved from Good to Very Good. Inspectors highlighted dynamic principal leadership, strong stakeholder partnerships, outstanding care and guidance, and improved teaching and assessment. Areas for further development include raising achievement in Phases 2 and 3, improving teaching consistency, and strengthening leadership accountability and attendance strategies.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2025 (PDF, pages 1-28), inspected 18 to 21 November 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 5 performance indicators rated in both reports, 2 improved, 0 declined and 3 kept the same rating.
Of the 3 recommendations made in 2023, 1 can be checked against the 2025 ratings: 1 show an improvement.
The effectiveness of leadership: Good → Very good · Self-evaluation and improvement planning: Good → Very good
| Indicator | Phase | 2023 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | - |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Middle | Acceptable | - |
| Islamic Education — Progress | High | Good | - |
| Arabic First Language — Progress | Primary | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | Primary | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | Middle | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | High | Very good | - |
| Learning Skills | Primary | Good | - |
| Learning Skills | High | Good | - |
| Learning Skills | Middle | Acceptable | - |
| Islamic Education — Achievement | Phases 2, 3, 4 | - | Good |
| Arabic (First and Second Language) — Achievement | Whole school | - | Good |
| Social Studies — Achievement | Phases 2, 3 | - | Very good |
| English — Achievement | Whole school | - | Very good |
| Science — Achievement | Whole school | - | Very good |
| Students' personal and social development and innovation skills | |||
| Personal development | Foundation Stage | Very good | - |
| Personal development | Primary | Very good | - |
| Personal development | Middle | Very good | - |
| Personal development | High | Very good | - |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | - |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | Good | - |
| Teaching for effective learning | Middle | Acceptable | - |
| Teaching for effective learning | High | Good | - |
| Assessment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | - |
| Assessment | Primary | Good | - |
| Assessment | Middle | Acceptable | - |
| Assessment | High | Good | - |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | Foundation Stage | Very good | - |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Primary | Very good | - |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Middle | Very good | - |
| Curriculum design and implementation | High | Very good | - |
| Leadership and management | |||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Good | Very good |
| Self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Good | Very good |
| Partnerships with parents and the community | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
| Governance | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | Very good | Very good |
Al Ansar International Private School was rated Good overall, an improvement since its 2018 review. Teaching, curriculum, and care have strengthened, supported by strong technology use and a successful shift to the UK National Curriculum. Inspectors recommended improving monitoring of teaching quality and support for students with special educational needs.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2023 (PDF, pages 1-23), inspected 23 - 26 January 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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