Affordable American Schools Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology
Emirates American School is an American school located in Sharjah - Al Falah 6. The school delivers education based on the American Common Core curriculum for KG to Grade 12, with Cognia accreditation, preparing students with US-standard academic foundations.
The campus provides an American educational experience for families residing in the Al Falah district of Sharjah, near Sharjah National Park. Students follow a programme structured around American academic standards and teaching methodologies.
The curriculum incorporates core subjects including Arabic, English, Math, and Science aligned with US educational frameworks. Learning is designed to build critical thinking skills and prepare students for future academic pathways.
The school offers convenient access for families living in Sharjah - Al Falah and surrounding neighbourhoods within the emirate.
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| Grade Level | Annual Fees (recorded) | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades2026-2027 (year unverified) | See PDF AED | - | - |
Emirates American School's overall effectiveness is good, unchanged from the previous review. Attainment in most core subjects is good, with strong progress in Phase 2, and personal development is very good. Teaching, curriculum, and leadership remain good, though self-evaluation is not fully aligned with the UAE framework and high-attaining students need more challenge.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2026 (PDF, pages 1–27), inspected 9 – 12 February 2026. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 2 performance indicators rated in both reports, 0 improved, 0 declined and 2 kept the same rating.
| Indicator | Phase | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 2 | Acceptable | — |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 3 | Acceptable | — |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Whole school | Good | — |
| Arabic — Attainment | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Arabic — Attainment | Phase 2 | Acceptable | — |
| Arabic — Attainment | Phase 3 | Acceptable | — |
| Arabic — Attainment | Phase 4 | Acceptable | — |
| Arabic — Progress | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Arabic — Progress | Phase 2 | Good | — |
| Arabic — Progress | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| English — Attainment | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| English — Attainment | Phase 2 | Acceptable | — |
| English — Attainment | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| English — Attainment | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| English — Progress | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| English — Progress | Phase 2 | Acceptable | — |
| English — Progress | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| English — Progress | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 2 | Acceptable | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Phase 4 | — | Very good |
| Arabic Language — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Arabic Language — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| English — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| English — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| Science — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Science — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | Phase 1 | Good | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Phase 2 | Good | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Phase 4 | Good | — |
| Protection, care, guidance and support | |||
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Phase 1 | Outstanding | — |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Phase 2 | Outstanding | — |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Phase 3 | Outstanding | — |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Phase 4 | Outstanding | — |
| Care and support | Phase 1 | Very good | — |
| Care and support | Phase 2 | Very good | — |
| Care and support | Phase 3 | Good | — |
| Care and support | Phase 4 | 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 |
| Governance | Whole school | — | Good |
| Management, staffing, facilities, and resources | Whole school | — | Good |
Emirates American School improved from acceptable to good overall. Phase 1/KG provision remains strong, teaching and leadership are good, and care and support are very good. Attainment remains mostly acceptable, particularly in Arabic, and progress is less rapid in Phase 2 than in other phases.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2024 (PDF, pages 1–23), inspected 19 – 22 February 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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