Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E) - Image 1

Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E)

Curriculum

British

Annual Fees

Contact school

Location

Al Yarmouk

About Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E)

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

Al Marifa International Private School (GCSE) is a school located in Al Yarmouk, Sharjah. Established in 1986, the school delivers a British curriculum for grades 9 to 12, preparing students for internationally recognized qualifications.

The school provides structured learning pathways aligned with British educational standards for secondary students. It holds a Very Good evaluation from SPEA and international accreditations from Cambridge and Edexcel Pearson. Students follow a curriculum covering core subjects in these grades.

Al Marifa International Private School offers preparation for GCSE and IGCSE examinations, along with AS and A-Level qualifications accepted by universities worldwide. The approach covers critical thinking, independent learning, and knowledge application through these programs.

The campus in Al Yarmouk provides families in Sharjah with access to British secondary education. Parents seeking this curriculum option in the emirate will find the school situated within the local community.

Location

Al Yarmouk

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	Fact Sheet
All Grades2025-2026 (year unverified)	See PDF AED	-

Inspection Report

Latest Rating (2025)

Download Report

What inspectors found in 2025

Strengths noted by inspectors

The vision and strategic direction of the leadership team.
Students' initiative to form a range of clubs.
Improved achievement in all subjects across most phases.
Improved data systems and data analysis.
Outstanding attendance and strong personal, social development and student support arrangements.

What the school was asked to improve

Build upon the significant improvements in students' achievement since the last review.
Continue to build leadership capacity at all levels.
Improve teaching and learning further to meet the needs of all student groups and achieve full inclusion.

Source: SPEA inspection report 2025 (PDF, pages 1–20), inspected 30 January - 2 February 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2023 inspection

Of the 23 performance indicators rated in both reports, 0 improved, 0 declined and 23 kept the same rating.

Did Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E) act on the 2023 recommendations?

Of the 6 recommendations made in 2023, 4 can be checked against the 2025 ratings: 0 show an improvement, 4 no change yet.

Build upon the significant improvements in students' achievement since the last review.Not measurable from the ratings
Continue to build leadership capacity at all levels.Not measurable from the ratings
Develop students' ability to apply mathematical thinking to real-life situations, especially in Phase 2.No change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2025
Strengthen laboratory and investigative skills in science, particularly in Phase 4.No change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2025
Broaden the curriculum with a wider range of English and contemporary literature.No change yet
5 related indicators kept their ratings in 2025
Improve teaching and learning further to meet the needs of all groups of students and become fully inclusive.No change yet
8 related indicators kept their ratings in 2025

Performance standards by year (23 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2023	2025
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Progress	Whole school	Good	Good
Arabic — Progress	Whole school	Good	Good
Social Studies — Progress	Whole school	Good	Good
English — Progress	Whole school	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Whole school	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Phase 1-3	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Phase 4	Very good	Very good
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	Phase 1	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Phase 2	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Phase 3	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Phase 4	Good	Good
Assessment	Phase 1	Good	Good
Assessment	Phase 2	Good	Good
Assessment	Phase 3	Good	Good
Assessment	Phase 4	Good	Good
Curriculum
Curriculum adaptation	Phase 1	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Phase 2	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Phase 3	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Phase 4	Good	Good
Protection, care, guidance and support
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Phase 1	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Phase 2	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Phase 3	Very good	Very good
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Phase 4	Very good	Very good

Earlier inspections

2023Good

Al Marifa International Private School was rated Good overall, improving from Acceptable in 2018. Leadership is good with very good elements, achievement improved across subjects, and student attendance, personal and social development, and care arrangements are strong, while teaching, inclusion and leadership capacity still need further development.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Clear vision and strategic direction from the leadership team.
Students take initiative to form a range of clubs.
Improved achievement in all subjects across most phases.
Improved data systems and data analysis processes.
Students' attendance, personal and social development, and arrangements for their protection, care, guidance and support.

What the school was asked to improve

Build upon the significant improvements in students' achievement since the last review.
Continue to build leadership capacity at all levels.
Develop students' ability to apply mathematical thinking to real-life situations, especially in Phase 2.
Strengthen laboratory and investigative skills in science, particularly in Phase 4.
Broaden the curriculum with a wider range of English and contemporary literature.
Improve teaching and learning further to meet the needs of all groups of students and become fully inclusive.

Source: SPEA inspection report 2023 (PDF, pages 1–20), inspected 30 January - 2 February 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What did SPEA inspectors say about Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E) in 2025?

Al Marifa International Private School improved from Acceptable to Good overall. Leadership drives improved achievement in English, mathematics, science and Arabic. UK curriculum students outperform US curriculum peers, attendance is outstanding, and facilities are very good, though teaching consistency and full inclusion of all student groups still need further development. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2025: the vision and strategic direction of the leadership team; students' initiative to form a range of clubs; improved achievement in all subjects across most phases; improved data systems and data analysis; outstanding attendance and strong personal, social development and student support arrangements.

What was Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E) asked to improve in its 2025 inspection?

The 2025 SPEA report recommended that the school: build upon the significant improvements in students' achievement since the last review; continue to build leadership capacity at all levels; improve teaching and learning further to meet the needs of all student groups and achieve full inclusion.

Has Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E) improved since its 2023 inspection?

Between the 2023 and 2025 inspections, 0 of the 23 indicators rated in both reports improved, 0 declined and 23 kept the same rating. Of the 6 recommendations made in 2023, 4 can be checked against the 2025 ratings and 0 were followed by a measurable improvement.

Community

Report incorrect information

Work at this school?

Claim this profile to update information and respond to reviews.

Personalize this page

At a Glance

From the 2024-2025 inspection profile

Grades

Kindergarten to Grade 12

Age

4-18

Students

5,000

Genders

Boys and Girls

Curriculum

American and British

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2024-2025

Opening year

1986

Largest nationality students

65+ nationalities represented

Accreditation

SPEA, UAE Ministry of Education

Curriculum examinations

AP, AL, IGCSE, A Level, BTEC

Last inspection: 2022-2023 (most recent inspection report available)

About Al Marifa Int. Private School (G.C.S.E)

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

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

All Grades2025-2026 (year unverified)

See PDF AED

Inspection Report