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Belvedere International School

Founded 2018

Updated July 2026

Belvedere International School is an international institution in Al Ain that provides a premium British education based on a 140-year heritage. It offers a world-class British curriculum within a caring, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment.

Teaching approach

Belvedere International School focuses on the development of the whole child, nurturing qualities such as resilience, adaptability, self-confidence, and tolerance. It promotes a collaborative learning culture where students are encouraged to think independently, question, analyze, and evaluate, while fostering a strong partnership between teachers, students, and parents.

Programmes

The school follows the British Curriculum, spanning stages from Nursery and Pre-Prep to Preparatory and Senior School. The academic pathway includes an IGCSE programme, and the school is a Cambridge-approved institution.

Student support

EAL support
Included in fees
Learning support
Dedicated department

Learning support

The school maintains an Inclusion Department and a dedicated Social Work and Wellbeing team to support student needs. Additionally, it provides specific support for Arabic and English as an Additional Language (EAL). A Gifted and Talented program is also available, with participants selected by class teachers and form tutors.

Frequently asked questions(4)
What curriculum does Belvedere International School offer?
Belvedere International School offers National Curriculum (England) and IGCSE.
How much is tuition at Belvedere International School?
Annual tuition at Belvedere International School is AED 26.6K–AED 32.5K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What accreditations does Belvedere International School hold?
Belvedere International School holds accreditations including British Schools Overseas and Cambridge International.
Where is Belvedere International School located?
Belvedere International School is an international school in Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2025-2026
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
FS24–4AED 26.6K
Year 15–5AED 26.6K
Year 26–6AED 27.8K
Year 37–7AED 27.8K
Year 48–8AED 27.8K
Year 59–9AED 29.1K
Year 610–10AED 29.1K
Year 711–11AED 30.4K
Year 812–12AED 30.4K
Year 913–13AED 30.4K
Year 1014–14AED 31.6K
Year 1115–15AED 31.6K
Year 1216–16AED 32.5K
Year 1317–17AED 32.5K

Source:PDFBelverdere-BSO-Report-v5-2023-06-19.pdfPDFBIS-Parent-School-Agreement-English-22102025.pdfPDFBIS-Parent-School-Agreement-Arabic.pdf

Other fees(3)
Other fees
Bus / transport· Transport FeesAED 4.8K
Registration fee· A non-refundable registration fee of 5% of the tuition fees will be deducted from the 1st installment
Materials· Textbook fees are included in tuition feesAED 0

Discounts

  • Sibling discount: 10%

Admissions

The school offers a straightforward and supportive admissions process. Prospective families are invited to attend Open Days for campus tours or schedule individual appointments tailored to their child's specific needs and interests. Interested applicants can initiate the process by filling out an online inquiry form, calling the school, or emailing the admissions department.

Calendar

The school maintains an ADEK-approved calendar that includes term dates, holidays, and various school events. Specific academic breaks, such as Spring and Winter breaks, are scheduled throughout the academic year.

Facilities

Science labsLibrarySports field

About the campus

The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped classrooms and modern science laboratories. Students have access to libraries stocked with a wide array of resources, as well as sports facilities designed to promote physical fitness and teamwork.

Co-curriculars

The school provides a range of after-school enrichment activities to complement the academic curriculum. These opportunities are designed to foster personal development and are supported by the school's extracurricular coordinator.

  • Mr. Ismat Daou
    Mr. Ismat DaouPrincipal

    Mr. Ismat Daou is the Principal of Belvedere International School. He has over 30 years of experience in education and is dedicated to fostering environments where students, staff, and families thrive.

  • Ms. Antonette Naidoo
    Ms. Antonette NaidooVice Principal
  • Ms. Nisren Rabiah
    Ms. Nisren RabiahHead of MOE Subjects
  • Ms. Eman Zaki
    Ms. Eman ZakiHead of Inclusion
  • Ms. Carissa Gounder
    Ms. Carissa GounderKey Stage 2 Leader/Head of Curriculum
  • Mr. Ismail Douma
    Mr. Ismail DoumaKey Stage 3 Leader / Head of Assessment
  • Ms. Reezana Rahman
    Ms. Reezana RahmanKS4 Stage Leader / Head of Innovation / ECA Coordinator
  • Ms. Samar Nassef Mohamed HanafyEYFS Lead / Trainer
  • Mr. Nirvay Narsing
    Mr. Nirvay NarsingHead of English - Secondary
  • Ms. Jenisha Moodley
    Ms. Jenisha MoodleyHead of English - Primary
  • Ms. Shumail Ehsan
    Ms. Shumail EhsanHead of Science
  • Mr. Levan MoodalyHead of Science - Primary