
Al Adhwa Private School
Founded 1994
Updated July 2026
Al Adhwa Private School is a long-standing American International school in Al Ain, UAE, serving students from KG 1 through Grade 12. It is a licensed and accredited institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and the development of 21st-century skills.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Al Adhwa Private School emphasizes a student-centered, innovative, and futuristic approach while maintaining traditional UAE values such as discipline, respect for cultural diversity, and integrity. The school aims to educate both the brain and the heart, fostering 21st-century skills and character development to prepare students to become responsible citizens. Its core values include trust, resilience, and a commitment to moral and ethical principles.
Programmes
The school follows the American curriculum based on Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and is authorized to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses alongside a general high school track. The academic program integrates mandatory Ministry of Education subjects, including Arabic, Islamic Education, and Social Studies. Lessons are designed to embed critical and creative thinking, preparing students for higher education and future careers.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a nurturing environment that focuses on student well-being and health, with a clinic that has received outstanding ratings from health authorities. Teachers work to nurture individual talents and help students overcome academic shortcomings through a student-centered approach. Additionally, the school utilizes an e-Learning system that allows students to learn at their own pace to accommodate varied learning needs.
Frequently asked questions(5)
- What curriculum does Al Adhwa Private School offer?
- Al Adhwa Private School offers Advanced Placement.
- How much is tuition at Al Adhwa Private School?
- Annual tuition at Al Adhwa Private School is AED 8.4K–AED 23.3K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What accreditations does Al Adhwa Private School hold?
- Al Adhwa Private School holds accreditations including Cognia.
- Is Al Adhwa Private School co-educational?
- Al Adhwa Private School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Al Adhwa Private School located?
- Al Adhwa Private School is an international school in Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| KG 1 | 4–4 | AED 8.4K |
| KG 2 | 5–5 | AED 9.4K |
| Grade 1 | 6–6 | AED 10.4K |
| Grade 2 | 7–7 | AED 11.4K |
| Grade 3 | 8–8 | AED 12.6K |
| Grade 4 | 9–9 | AED 13.6K |
| Grade 5 | 10–10 | AED 14.7K |
| Grade 6 | 11–11 | AED 15.8K |
| Grade 7 | 12–12 | AED 17.8K |
| Grade 8 | 13–13 | AED 18.8K |
| Grade 9 | 14–14 | AED 19.9K |
| Grade 10 | 15–15 | AED 21.5K |
| Grade 11 | 16–16 | AED 22.3K |
| Grade 12 | 17–17 | AED 23.3K |
Source:PDFSummary-of-Students-Achievement-Data.pdfPDFExternal-Assessment-Fees-25-26.pdfPDFAPS-ANNUAL-REPORT-2024-25.pdfPDFParents-Student-Handbook-2024-2025.pdf
Other fees(5)
| Registration fee· 5% of tuition fee, deductible from tuition (e.g., 421 AED for KG 1 to 1,165 AED for Grade 12) | — |
|---|---|
| Bus / transport | AED 4K |
| Materials· Books fee varies by grade from 450 AED (KG 1) to 3,508 AED (Grade 12) | — |
| Uniform· Uniform fee varies by grade: 280 AED for KG, 300 AED for Grades 1-6, and 330 AED for Grades 7-12 | — |
| Placement test· AP Exam fee is 520 AED per subject (129 USD / 474 AED net cost + 46 AED administrative cost) | — |
Admissions
Al Adhwa Private School accepts students from KG 1 to Grade 12, subject to seat availability and academic performance. Prospective families are encouraged to complete a pre-registration process and attend an entrance examination. The school maintains specific enrollment policies and requires adherence to registration schedules and documentation requirements.
Calendar
The school operates on a weekly schedule from Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and Friday, 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM. An updated school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year is available for download via the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features purpose-built learning areas, including specialized laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, as well as ICT labs equipped with networked terminals and internet access. Sports facilities include a sprawling ground for athletics, football, basketball, volleyball, and badminton, complemented by indoor areas for table tennis, chess, and foosball. The school also houses a resource center library, an art room, a clinic staffed by a registered nurse, and a fleet of buses equipped with GPS and video surveillance.





- Ms. Amira Gafer GoraishAPS Principal
Ms. Amira Gafer Goraish serves as the Principal of Al Adhwa Private School. She emphasizes an educational approach that nurtures both the brain and the heart, focusing on academic excellence while developing students into good citizens.
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Advanced Placement
Cognia