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Al Itqan American School

Secular, Founded 2013

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender

Al Itqan American School is an American curriculum school located in Al Azra, Sharjah, that serves students from Kindergarten through High School. Established in 2013, the school is rated 'Good' by the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) and focuses on academic excellence and holistic student development.

Teaching approach

The school’s vision is to empower learners to become innovators, with a mission to design a thriving community where every learner succeeds. It emphasizes whole-child development, focusing on academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being, while fostering a culture of research, inquiry, and critical thinking.

Programmes

The school follows an American curriculum spanning Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, and High School. The academic programme is designed to be transformative and adaptive, with a focus on bridging academic achievement gaps and utilizing leading-edge instructional methods across core subjects.

Outcomes

The school reports that its students have been accepted into over 50 prestigious universities worldwide. Alumni have pursued various fields, including computer science, mechanical engineering, and dentistry, crediting the school's focus on academic and extracurricular development for their professional success.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
Unknown

Learning support

The school is committed to providing for the special educational needs of its students. Any additional charges incurred by the school in providing these specialized services are billed as supplemental to the standard tuition fees.

Frequently asked questions(3)
How much is tuition at Al Itqan American School?
Annual tuition at Al Itqan American School is AED 12.1K–AED 21.7K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
Is Al Itqan American School co-educational?
Al Itqan American School is a co-ed school.
Where is Al Itqan American School located?
Al Itqan American School is an international school in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2025-2026
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
KG14–4AED 12.1K
KG25–5AED 12.1K
G16–6AED 14.8K
G27–7AED 14.8K
G38–8AED 14.8K
G49–9AED 16.9K
G510–10AED 16.9K
G611–11AED 17K
G712–12AED 19.1K
G813–13AED 19.1K
G914–14AED 19.1K
G1015–15AED 21.6K
G1116–16AED 21.7K
G1217–17AED 21.7K

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Other fees(4)
Other fees
Registration fee· Non-refundable registration fee per studentAED 500
Uniform· Uniform fee for all gradesAED 540
Bus / transport· Ajman Route or Sharjah RouteAED 4K
Materials· Book fees range from 945 AED (KG1-KG2) to 2100 AED (G10-G12) depending on the grade—

Discounts

  • Sibling discount: 7% - 15%

Admissions

The school accepts applications throughout the year, with primary registration periods occurring in April, May, June, August, and September. Admission is contingent upon applicants successfully passing a placement test, and families must submit required documentation, including passport copies with valid UAE visas, birth certificates, and previous school records for students entering Grade 2 and above. A non-refundable registration fee of AED 500 is required to secure a place.

Calendar

The school operates on an academic calendar that typically begins in September and concludes in June. The schedule includes various breaks, such as a winter break in December, as well as observances for national and public holidays throughout the year.

About the campus

Located in Al Azra, Sharjah, the campus provides a range of resources to support student learning and development. The school maintains facilities to accommodate its academic and extracurricular programmes, with transportation services available for students residing in Sharjah and Ajman.

Co-curriculars

Al Itqan American School offers more than 20 different clubs and sports activities designed to help students explore their interests and talents beyond the classroom. Participation in supplemental activities, such as trips and visits, is available for an additional fee.

  • Mr. Ali Obeid Al ShamsiChief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Mr. Ali Al Shamsi is the CEO and Owner of Al Itqan American School. He provides leadership and welcomes families to the school community.

  • Mr. Abdulbaqi Al Ali
    Mr. Abdulbaqi Al AliPrincipal

    Mr. Abdulbaqi Al Ali serves as the School Principal. He is committed to fostering an innovative learning environment and empowering students to become innovators.

  • Ms. Amal HassanVice-Principal

    Ms. Amal Hassan serves as the Vice-Principal of the school.

  • Mr. Zeyad Al Saadi
    Mr. Zeyad Al SaadiOperations & Finance Manager

    Mr. Zeyad Al Saadi is the Operations & Finance Manager for the school.

  • Mr. Mohammed EsmailSection Supervisor(Boys)

    Mr. Mohammed Esmail is the Section Supervisor for the Boys' section.

  • Ms. Najoua AhmadSection Supervisor(Girls)

    Ms. Najoua Ahmad is the Section Supervisor for the Girls' section.

  • Ms. Marwa HashemSection Supervisor(Junior)

    Ms. Marwa Hashem is the Section Supervisor for the Junior section.

  • Ms. Iryna DatsenkoSection Supervisor(KG)

    Ms. Iryna Datsenko is the Section Supervisor for the Kindergarten (KG) section.

  • Ms. Nayila Shafikova
    Ms. Nayila ShafikovaCTL Officer

    Ms. Nayila Shafikova serves as the CTL Officer.

  • Mr. Naim AbbasMOE Subjects' HOD

    Mr. Naim Abbas is the Head of Department (HOD) for MOE Subjects.

  • Ms. Waheeda Khanum
    Ms. Waheeda KhanumScience HOD

    Ms. Waheeda Khanum is the Head of Department (HOD) for Science.

  • Ms. Jenny Elizabeth JohnICT HOD

    Ms. Jenny Elizabeth John is the Head of Department (HOD) for ICT.

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