The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi
Updated July 2026
German National Curriculum (Abitur)
The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi is the only Spanish-curriculum school in the UAE, serving a multicultural community in Al Bateen. It provides a trilingual education in Spanish, English, and Arabic, integrating technology and innovation to prepare students for a globalized world.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school aims to create a safe, positive, and stimulating environment that fosters lifelong learning and global citizenship. Its core values include excellence, respect, honesty, creativity, ethics, and tolerance, with a focus on nurturing the social and emotional growth of every student.
Programmes
The school offers a trilingual curriculum spanning Early Years, Primary, and Secondary stages, recognized by both the Spanish Ministry of Education and ADEK. The academic programme emphasizes competency-based learning through methodologies such as project-based work, gamification, and collaborative learning, supported by specialist teachers in subjects including STEAM, ICT, and Islamic Studies.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains an Inclusion and Guidance Department staffed by social workers and special educational needs (SEN) teachers. Additionally, a Spanish Language Center provides specialized support for language acquisition.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi offer?
- The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi offers German National Curriculum (Abitur).
- How much is tuition at The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi?
- Annual tuition at The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi is AED 24.4K–AED 25.7K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi co-educational?
- The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi is a co-ed school.
- Where is The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi located?
- The Spanish School of Abu Dhabi is an international school in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2025-2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | 3–4 | AED 24.4K |
| KG 1 & KG 2 | — | AED 24.4K |
| GR 1 to GR 6 | — | AED 25.7K |
| GR 7 & GR 8 | — | AED 25.7K |
Source:PDFFee-Approval-Letter-2026-2027.pdfPDFAPPROVED-FEES-2025_2026.pdfPDFSSAD-Fees-Schedule-for-2025-2026.pdfPDFSSAD-Fee-Schedule-for-2026-2027.pdf
Other fees(6)
| Registration fee· Non-refundable but adjustable against Tuition Fees | AED 2.3K |
|---|---|
| Materials· Educational Resource Fees for Pre-KG to GR 6 | AED 2.5K |
| Materials· Educational Resource Fees for GR 7 & GR 8 | AED 3.5K |
| Bus / transportyear· Optional Transportation Service arranged from Emirates Transport | AED 5K |
| Meals· Optional Food Service can be arranged from Food Nation | — |
| Uniform· Uniform fees range from 383 AED to 428 AED depending on the grade level as per ADEK approved fees. | — |
Admissions
Applications are accepted throughout the school year via an online portal. The process includes an assessment in Spanish, English, or both, with preference given to Spanish speakers from Grade 2 onwards. Staff children are eligible for a full tuition scholarship.
Calendar
The school follows a structured academic calendar approved by ADEK, which includes term start and end dates, public holidays, examination periods, and special events. Families are encouraged to consult the school's website for the most current version of the academic schedule.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features specialized learning spaces including an Early Years psychomotor room, science laboratories, and a school garden. Technology is integrated throughout the school, with Apple devices and interactive whiteboards used in classrooms. A facilities expansion project is currently underway to enhance the campus environment.
Co-curriculars
The school offers an extracurricular programme and various school clubs for families. Students participate in competitive sports, such as the ADEK Sports Competitions, and have access to activities like football academies.
Eva SanchezSchool PrincipalEva Sanchez serves as the School Principal of the Spanish School of Abu Dhabi. She is dedicated to providing quality education following the Spanish curriculum and fostering a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment for students.
Angela DevoreVice PrincipalAngela Devore is the Vice Principal of the school.
Antonio CamposHead of StudiesAntonio Campos serves as the Head of Studies.
Verónica MontoroHead of Inclusion & GuidanceVerónica Montoro is the Head of Inclusion & Guidance.
Ester GraciaCLIL Coordinator & ELE TeacherEster Gracia serves as the CLIL Coordinator and an ELE Teacher.
Aloa LamarcaScience Coordinator & Science TeacherAloa Lamarca is the Science Coordinator and a Science Teacher.
David VilchezICT-Digital Learning Coordinator, STEAM TeacherDavid Vilchez serves as the ICT-Digital Learning Coordinator and a STEAM Teacher.
Javier SánchezCommunity EWellness & PE TeacherJavier Sánchez is the Community EWellness & PE Teacher.
- Yvette FlippenESL HOD - English Teacher G5 & G6
Yvette Flippen is the ESL HOD and an English Teacher for Grades 5 and 6.
Sajida El SalehMOE HODSajida El Saleh serves as the MOE HOD.
- Sonia MasipSLC Coordinator & ELE Teacher
Sonia Masip is the SLC Coordinator and an ELE Teacher.
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