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Abu Dhabi Australian SchoolTuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026

Curriculum
International Baccalaureate
ADEK
Acceptable
Location
Abu Dhabi
Fees
AED 16K - 37K
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Tuition Fees

Grade LevelAnnual Tuition
KG 1 / FS 2
AED 15,600
KG 2 / Year 1
AED 15,600
Grade 1 / Year 2
AED 19,270
Grade 2 / Year 3
AED 19,270
Grade 3 / Year 4
AED 20,800
Grade 4 / Year 5
AED 20,920
Grade 5 / Year 6
AED 22,310
Grade 6 / Year 7
AED 25,320
Grade 7 / Year 8
AED 27,340
Grade 8 / Year 9
AED 27,340
Grade 9 / Year 10
AED 30,850
Grade 10 / Year 11
AED 30,770
Grade 11 / Year 12
AED 37,030
Grade 12 / Year 13
AED 37,030
Fees are subject to change. Please verify with the school for the most current rates.

Additional Costs

Bus (Transportation)

AED 4,428
annual

Applies to all year groups

Books & Materials

AED 1,500
annual

KG 1 – Grade 5

Books & Materials

AED 2,500
annual

Grade 6 – Grade 12

Uniform

AED 500
annual

KG 1 – Grade 5

Uniform

AED 700
annual

Grade 6 – Grade 12

Value for Money

Abu Dhabi Australian School follows the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and operates as a private school in Abu Dhabi for the 2025–2026 academic year. Tuition fees range from AED 15,600 for KG 1 and KG 2 through to AED 37,030 for Grades 11 and 12, reflecting a structured progression in investment as students advance through their educational journey. The school's fee schedule is transparent and clearly defined across all year groups from early childhood through to the final years of secondary education.

In addition to tuition, families should budget for bus transportation (AED 4,428 per year), books and materials (AED 1,500 for KG–Grade 5; AED 2,500 for Grades 6–12), and uniform costs (AED 500 for KG–Grade 5; AED 700 for Grades 6–12). These additional costs are consistent and predictable, allowing families to plan their annual education expenditure with confidence. The IB curriculum, known for its rigour and international recognition, provides strong value for families seeking a globally portable qualification.

As an IB World School, Abu Dhabi Australian School positions itself within the mid-to-upper tier of private international schools in Abu Dhabi. The fee structure reflects the quality of the IB programme delivery, with post-16 fees (Grades 11–12 at AED 37,030) aligned with the demands of the IB Diploma Programme. Families considering this school should factor in the full cost of attendance including transport, books, and uniform when comparing options across the Abu Dhabi private school landscape.