Modern Skills SchoolTuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026Last Updated: April 7, 2026
Tuition Fees
Payment Terms
School fees should be paid in cash or cheques in three instalments on the specified dates.
Additional Costs
School Uniform – KG1 & KG2
Per student
Per student
School Uniform – Grades 2–6
Per student
Per student
School Uniform – Grade 7
Per student
Per student
School Uniform – Grade 8–12
Per student
Per student
Books & Stationery – KG1 & KG2
Books & Stationery – Grades 1–5
Books & Stationery – Grade 6
Books & Stationery – Grades 7–9
Books & Stationery – Grades 10–12
Transportation – One Way (Dubai/Deira)
Three semesters; Dubai (Deira) only
Three semesters; Dubai (Deira) only
Transportation – Two Way (Dubai/Deira)
Three semesters; Dubai (Deira)
Three semesters; Dubai (Deira)
Transportation – Two Way (Sharjah)
Three semesters; Sharjah
Three semesters; Sharjah
Graduation Ceremony – KG2
Optional
Optional
Graduation Ceremony – Grade 12
Optional
Optional
International Exam Fees (IELTS/SAT)
Range AED 1,200–1,400; optional
Range AED 1,200–1,400; optional
AP Exam Fee
Paid separately; amount not specified
Paid separately; amount not specified
Extra Transcript
Per additional transcript
Per additional transcript
Discounts & Offers
Scholarships & Bursaries
The school offers the Scholarships of Mastery and Success (SMS) program, designed to recognise and reward students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, leadership potential, and a strong commitment to their educational journey. A 20% tuition discount is also available for students who have completely memorised the Holy Quran, subject to verification. Terms and conditions apply to all scholarship and discount programs.
Value for Money
Modern Skills School (School of Modern Skills) offers an American curriculum education from KG1 through Grade 12, with annual tuition fees ranging from AED 17,491 for KG1 up to AED 29,572 for Grades 11 and 12. All fees are inclusive of VAT. The school's fee structure is approved and published by KHDA, and detailed fee fact sheets are available for each grade level. Fees increase progressively across grade levels, reflecting the increasing complexity and resources required at each stage of education.
In addition to tuition, families should budget for school uniforms (ranging from AED 461 for KG to AED 793 for secondary grades), books and stationery (ranging from AED 1,260 for KG to AED 4,026 for Grades 10–12), and optional transportation. The total cost including tuition, uniform, and books ranges from approximately AED 19,212 for KG1 to AED 34,391 for Grade 12. Optional fees include international exam fees (IELTS/SAT from AED 1,200–1,400), AP exam fees, and graduation ceremony materials.
School fees are payable in three instalments: 50% on 15th August, 25% on 1st December, and 25% on 1st March, and can be paid by cash or cheque. The school offers a range of discounts including a 45% staff discount on tuition for up to two children, a 20% discount for students who have memorised the Holy Quran, merit-based scholarships through the SMS Scholarships of Mastery and Success program, and a AED 500 referral reward for parents who successfully refer new students.