Dunes International School, Abu Dhabi

Tuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026

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Curriculum
Indian
ADEK
Good
Location
Abu Dhabi, Mohamed Bin Zayed City
Fees
AED 12K - 24K
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Tuition Fees

Grade LevelAnnual Tuition
None / FS 1
AED 12,320
KG 1 / FS 2
AED 12,320
KG 2 / Year 1
AED 12,830
Grade 1 / Year 2
AED 14,370
Grade 2 / Year 3
AED 14,370
Grade 3 / Year 4
AED 15,990
Grade 4 / Year 5
AED 15,990
Grade 5 / Year 6
AED 15,990
Grade 6 / Year 7
AED 18,040
Grade 7 / Year 8
AED 18,560
Grade 8 / Year 9
AED 20,090
Grade 9 / Year 10
AED 21,630
Grade 10 / Year 11
AED 22,580
Grade 11 / Year 12
AED 24,120
Grade 12 / Year 13
AED 24,120
Fees are subject to change. Please verify with the school for the most current rates.

Additional Costs

Bus (Transport)

AED 4,500
annual

Annual transport fee as per ADEK profile

Books & Materials – Pre-KG / KG 1

AED 400
annual

Books & Materials – KG 2

AED 400
annual

Books & Materials – Grades 1–2

AED 430
annual

Books & Materials – Grades 3–5

AED 430–480
annual

Books & Materials – Grades 6–7

AED 480
annual

Books & Materials – Grades 8–10

AED 700
annual

Books & Materials – Grades 11–12

AED 1,000
annual

Uniform – Foundation Stage (Pre-KG to KG 2)

AED 460
annual

Uniform – Grades 1–3

AED 490
annual

Uniform – Grades 4–10

AED 510
annual

Uniform – Grades 11–12

AED 550
annual

Value for Money

Dunes International School offers a Indian curriculum education in Abu Dhabi, with tuition fees approved by ADEK ranging from AED 12,320 for Pre-KG and KG 1 up to AED 24,120 for Grades 11 and 12. The fee structure is transparent and regulated, ensuring families can plan their investment in education with confidence. All fees are payable in AED and are set in accordance with ADEK's approved schedule, valid from the 2026–2027 academic year onwards.

In addition to tuition, families should budget for books and materials (ranging from AED 400 to AED 1,000 depending on grade level), uniform costs (AED 460 to AED 550), and an annual transport fee of AED 4,500 for those requiring bus services. These additional costs are clearly outlined and consistent with other Indian curriculum schools operating in the Abu Dhabi region, making Dunes International School a competitively priced option for families seeking quality education.

The school's fee progression reflects the increasing resource requirements across grade levels, with Foundation Stage and Primary fees starting at a more accessible price point before stepping up through Secondary. Families are encouraged to review the full ADEK-approved fee schedule and fee policy documents available on the school's official website for complete details on payment terms and any applicable policies.