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UAE School Matcher

14 popular international schools across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Filter by city, curriculum, KHDA / ADEK rating, phase, and your child's age.

Fees are annual and exclude registration, bus, uniforms, and extras. Indicative ranges for 2025/26 — always verify directly with the school. Tier-1 British schools have 12-18 month waitlists; register as early as possible.

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GEMS Wellington Primary School

Al Sufouh / Knowledge Village · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

Primary · ages 3-11

UK equivalent: EYFS to Year 6

Fees (annual)

PrimaryAED 46,000-62,000/yr
Outstanding KHDABritish National CurriculumStrong arts and sports programmeMultiple campuses

One of Dubai's most popular British primary schools. Two campuses: Al Sufouh and Sports City.

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Nord Anglia International School Dubai

Al Barsha · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level

Fees (annual)

KGAED 65,000/yr
PrimaryAED 75,000-90,000/yr
SecondaryAED 95,000-115,000/yr
Outstanding KHDAMIT STEAM curriculum enhancementsJuilliard Arts collaborationStrong academic outcomes

Part of the global Nord Anglia group. Premium pricing but considered one of Dubai's top academic schools.

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North London Collegiate School Dubai

Dubai Hills · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level

Fees (annual)

KGAED 65,000/yr
PrimaryAED 75,000-85,000/yr
SecondaryAED 90,000-115,000/yr
Outstanding KHDAElite academic reputationA-Level outcomes rival top UK schoolsSmall class sizes

Franchise of the NLCS brand from Edgware. Academically selective at secondary level.

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Brighton College Abu Dhabi

Al Reem Island · Abu Dhabi

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level

Fees (annual)

KGAED 65,000/yr
PrimaryAED 72,000-88,000/yr
SecondaryAED 92,000-115,000/yr
Outstanding ADEK ratingFranchise of Brighton College UK (top 20 in TES)Strong arts programmeAl Reem Island campus

Considered Abu Dhabi's top British school. Franchise of the well-regarded Brighton College UK.

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GEMS Wellington International School

Al Sufouh · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British/IB

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level / IB Diploma

Fees (annual)

KGAED 52,000/yr
PrimaryAED 60,000-80,000/yr
SecondaryAED 80,000-100,000/yr
Outstanding KHDABritish curriculum with IB Diploma optionStrong university outcomesActive alumni network

The original Wellington in Dubai. British curriculum through secondary, IB Diploma option for sixth form.

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Kings' School Dubai

Umm Suqeim · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

Primary · ages 3-11

UK equivalent: EYFS to Year 6

Fees (annual)

PrimaryAED 52,000-65,000/yr
Outstanding KHDAPopular with Jumeirah familiesStrong community feelBeach-adjacent location

Very popular with British expats in Jumeirah. Heavily oversubscribed — register early.

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Kings' School Al Barsha

Al Barsha · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

Primary · ages 3-11

UK equivalent: EYFS to Year 6

Fees (annual)

PrimaryAED 48,000-62,000/yr
Outstanding KHDAMetro-accessible for Al Barsha residentsStrong pastoral care

Newer campus — same Kings' quality, slightly less oversubscribed than the Umm Suqeim original.

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JSS International School Dubai

Jumeirah Village Circle · Dubai

Good

Curriculum

American/IB

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: Kindergarten to Grade 12 / IB Diploma

Fees (annual)

KGAED 30,000/yr
PrimaryAED 35,000-50,000/yr
SecondaryAED 50,000-70,000/yr
Good value for JVC residentsIB DiplomaAmerican curriculumLarge campus

Popular with JVC residents. Good value compared to premium British schools.

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Regent International School

The Greens · Dubai

Very Good

Curriculum

British

Primary · ages 3-11

UK equivalent: EYFS to Year 6

Fees (annual)

PrimaryAED 38,000-55,000/yr
Very Good KHDAStrong pastoral carePopular with Marina / Greens expatsBritish curriculum

Long-established school popular with the Marina / JLT / Greens community.

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Hartland International School

Mohammed Bin Rashid City · Dubai

Outstanding

Curriculum

British/IB

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level / IB Diploma

Fees (annual)

KGAED 58,000/yr
PrimaryAED 68,000-80,000/yr
SecondaryAED 85,000-105,000/yr
Outstanding KHDABeautiful green campusStrong IB programmeMBR City location convenient for Downtown

Relatively new school (2014) but quickly rated Outstanding. Popular with Downtown Dubai and Meydan families.

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Saadiyat Island · Abu Dhabi

Outstanding

Curriculum

British

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: EYFS to A-Level

Fees (annual)

KGAED 68,000/yr
PrimaryAED 78,000-90,000/yr
SecondaryAED 95,000-120,000/yr
Outstanding ADEKFull boarding option for older pupilsElite sports facilitiesBeautiful Saadiyat Island campus

Franchise of Cranleigh School UK (Surrey boarding school). Boarding option for older pupils. Considered Abu Dhabi's most premium school.

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GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi

Al Reem Island · Abu Dhabi

Outstanding

Curriculum

IB

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: IB Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma

Fees (annual)

KGAED 58,000/yr
PrimaryAED 65,000-80,000/yr
SecondaryAED 85,000-105,000/yr
Outstanding ADEKFull IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP)Strong university outcomesInternational student body

Al Reem Island campus. Strong choice for families who may move internationally — IB is portable.

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Raha International School

Al Raha Beach / Khalifa City · Abu Dhabi

Outstanding

Curriculum

American/IB

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: KG to Grade 12 / IB Diploma

Fees (annual)

KGAED 45,000/yr
PrimaryAED 52,000-68,000/yr
SecondaryAED 70,000-90,000/yr
Outstanding ADEKIB World SchoolGood value vs British alternativesAl Raha Beach location

Popular with the Al Raha Beach community. American curriculum with IB Diploma. Better value than many.

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GEMS American Academy Abu Dhabi

Mohammed Bin Zayed City · Abu Dhabi

Very Good

Curriculum

American

All-through · ages 3-18

UK equivalent: KG to Grade 12

Fees (annual)

KGAED 38,000/yr
PrimaryAED 45,000-60,000/yr
SecondaryAED 65,000-82,000/yr
Very Good ADEKAmerican curriculumLarge campusBetter value vs British alternatives

Popular with American expat families and those who prefer the US curriculum. Good value for Abu Dhabi.

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Curated 14-school dataset. Many other strong UAE schools exist — this list focuses on those most popular with UK-relocating families. Confirm fees and waitlists directly with each school.