IB international schools in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
There are 11 IB international schools listed in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Annual tuition ranges from about ≈ $4.2K–$16.4K (USD).
Updated July 2026
- Schools
- 11
- Curricula
- 7
- Tuition (USD)
- ≈ $4.2K–$16.4K
Curricula offered: IB Diploma, Advanced Placement, British EYFS, National Curriculum (England), IGCSE, IB PYP, and IB MYP.
Accreditations: IB, Cambridge International, Oxford AQA, CIS, NEASC, and Middle States Association.
| School | Curriculum | Stages | Accreditation | Gender | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Community School of Abu Dhabi (ACS)ACS | IB Diploma, Advanced Placement | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary | IB | Co-ed | AED 60.8K |
| British International School Abu DhabiBISAD | British EYFS, National Curriculum (England), IGCSE, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB, Cambridge International, Oxford AQA | Co-ed | AED 54.2K |
| Al Bateen Secondary School | National Curriculum (England), IB PYP, IGCSE, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB, CIS, NEASC | Co-ed | AED 54K |
| International Community School Mushrif | IB Diploma, Advanced Placement | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB | Co-ed | AED 24.4K |
| Raha International School, Khalifa City | IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary | IB, CIS | Co-ed | AED 41.6K |
| SAMA International Schools (SIS) | IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB, CIS | Co-ed | AED 30.1K |
| GEMS American Academy, Abu Dhabi | IB Diploma, Advanced Placement | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary | CIS, NEASC, IB | — | AED 57.9K |
| Australian School of Abu Dhabi | IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB | — | AED 15.6K |
| American International School in Abu Dhabi | IB PYP, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary | Middle States Association, CIS, IB | Co-ed | — |
| German School Abu Dhabi | IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary | — | — | AED 36.6K |
| International Community School (ICS) City Centre | National Curriculum (England), British EYFS, Advanced Placement, IB Diploma | Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form | IB | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
- How many IB international schools are in Abu Dhabi?
- Novana Index lists 11 IB international schools in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- What are the best IB schools in Abu Dhabi?
- There is no single best IB school in Abu Dhabi; the right fit depends on stage, budget, and boarding needs. The 11 listed schools hold accreditations including IB, Cambridge International, Oxford AQA, CIS, NEASC, and Middle States Association. Compare all 11 by fees, boarding, and accreditation to find the best match.
- How much do IB schools in Abu Dhabi cost?
- Annual tuition at IB international schools listed in Abu Dhabi ranges from about ≈ $4.2K–$16.4K (USD).
- Which accreditations do IB schools in Abu Dhabi hold?
- Listed IB schools in Abu Dhabi hold accreditations including IB, Cambridge International, Oxford AQA, CIS, NEASC, and Middle States Association.