Emirates National Schools - Al Ain
Tuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026
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Tuition Fees
Additional Costs
Bus (Transport)
Applicable from KG 1 onwards; not listed for Preschool
Applicable from KG 1 onwards; not listed for Preschool
Books & Materials
KG 1 – KG 2
KG 1 – KG 2
Books & Materials
Grades 1–4
Grades 1–4
Books & Materials
Grades 5–6
Grades 5–6
Books & Materials
Grades 7–8
Grades 7–8
Books & Materials
Grades 9–10
Grades 9–10
Books & Materials
Grades 11–12
Grades 11–12
Value for Money
Emirates National Schools – Al Ain follows the American curriculum and offers tuition fees for the 2025–2026 academic year ranging from AED 20,200 for Preschool (Ages 3–4) up to AED 57,520 for Grade 12. This broad range reflects the school's progression through Early Childhood, Primary, Middle, and High School phases, with fees increasing meaningfully at key academic transitions — particularly at Grade 9 and above, where the curriculum demands and resources intensify.
In addition to tuition, families should budget for annual bus fees of AED 5,000 (where applicable) and books and materials ranging from AED 1,108 at KG level to AED 2,449 at Grades 11–12. Notably, Preschool does not attract bus or book fees as listed, making it a relatively contained entry point into the school. The school does not list uniform costs in the published fee schedule.
Compared to other American curriculum private schools in Al Ain, Emirates National Schools sits at a competitive mid-to-upper price point, particularly at the secondary level. The structured fee increases across grade bands are consistent with ADEK-regulated fee frameworks, and the transparent breakdown of tuition, transport, and learning materials allows families to plan their total annual investment with confidence.