

Rosary School, Abu Dhabi
Founded 1969
Updated July 2026
Languages
Rosary School is an Abu Dhabi-based institution established in 1969 that follows the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum. It serves the local community by fostering lifelong learners through a focus on academic excellence, innovation, and leadership.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to cultivate individuals who take pride in their heritage while being equipped to assess the present to build a better future. Its mission focuses on developing global citizens through research, innovation, and leadership skills, all grounded in core values of respect, teamwork, and integrity. The school emphasizes the importance of national identity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Programmes
Rosary School follows the U.A.E. Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum across all grades. The academic programme incorporates national identity, problem-solving, critical thinking, business leadership, and innovation. Additionally, students from grades three through nine are required to participate in the International Benchmark Test (IBT) for Arabic, Science, and Mathematics.
Outcomes
The school reports that its Grade 12 students have achieved high academic results in both the General and Advanced tracks. It celebrates the success of its graduating cohorts, including the 39th graduating class.
Student support
Frequently asked questions(3)
- How much is tuition at Rosary School, Abu Dhabi?
- Annual tuition at Rosary School, Abu Dhabi is AED 8.5K–AED 18.6K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is Rosary School, Abu Dhabi co-educational?
- Rosary School, Abu Dhabi is a girls school.
- Where is Rosary School, Abu Dhabi located?
- Rosary School, Abu Dhabi is an international school in Zayed City, United Arab Emirates.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| KG 1 | 4–5 | AED 8.5K |
| KG 2 | 5–6 | AED 8.5K |
| Grade 1 | 6–7 | AED 9K |
| Grade 2 | 7–8 | AED 9.4K |
| Grade 3 | 8–9 | AED 9.9K |
| Grade 4 | 9–10 | AED 10.4K |
| Grade 5 | 10–11 | AED 10.9K |
| Grade 6 | 11–12 | AED 11.3K |
| Grade 7 | 12–13 | AED 11.8K |
| Grade 8 | 13–14 | AED 12.2K |
| Grade 9 | 14–15 | AED 12.9K |
| Grade 10 | 15–16 | AED 16.7K |
| Grade 11 | 16–17 | AED 17.7K |
| Grade 12 | 17–18 | AED 18.6K |
Source:PDFCH-02-OSH-Policy-17-1-2025.pdfPDFسياسة-الصحة-والسلامة-المهنية-بالعربي-2025.pdfPDFسياسة-الدمج.pdfPDFCH-14.1-Risk-Register02-22-1-2025.pdf
Other fees(3)
| Bus / transport· Annual bus fee for all grades | AED 4.5K |
|---|---|
| Uniform· Uniform fee is 180 AED for KG 1 to Grade 6, and 190 AED for Grade 7 to Grade 12 | — |
| Materials· Book fees range from 210 AED to 1,290 AED depending on grade and track (General/Advanced). Additional books fees (French and English) range from 150 AED to 345 AED. | — |
Admissions
Admission to Rosary School is based on the results of an entrance examination covering Arabic, Mathematics, and English. The school conducts diagnostic assessments for all new students to ensure alignment with the Ministry of Education curriculum. Preference is given to siblings of current students and children of staff members, and the school maintains a waiting list to manage class sizes in accordance with ADEK requirements.

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