Philippine Emirates School

Philippine Emirates Private School occupies the most affordable tier of Abu Dhabi's private school fee spectrum, with annual tuition fees for the 2025-2026 academic year ranging from AED 6,140 for KG1 to AED 13,500 for Grades 10 through 12. These figures are set and published by ADEK via the TAMM platform, ensuring transparency and regulatory oversight. For Filipino families in Abu Dhabi - many of whom are employed in skilled professional or service sector roles - this fee range represents a genuinely accessible option for maintaining educational continuity with the Philippine national curriculum while keeping children legally registered in both the UAE (ADEK's Enterprise Student Information System) and the Philippines (DepEd's Learners Reference Number system). In terms of additional costs, the school's ADEK fee data shows a bus fee of AED 4,659 per annum for all grade levels - a flat rate that is straightforward to budget for. Book and uniform costs are not listed in the official ADEK fee schedule, suggesting these may be included in tuition or communicated separately by the school. Families should confirm directly with the school's accounts office. Compared to peer schools in Abu Dhabi offering alternative curricula, PEPS fees are significantly lower than British, American, or IB curriculum schools, which typically range from AED 30,000 to AED 90,000+ per annum. Even within the Abu Dhabi private school market, PEPS sits at the entry-level price point. The value-for-money equation is therefore primarily a question of curriculum fit and community alignment rather than facilities or academic prestige. For Filipino families seeking DepEd curriculum continuity, dual registration, and a culturally familiar environment at an accessible price, PEPS represents strong value. For families prioritising top-tier academic outcomes, a broad ECA programme, or premium facilities, the fee level reflects the current limitations in those areas.