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Rosary Private School Branch Abu Dhabi Al Nahyan

Curriculum
Ministry of Education
ADEK
Very Good
Location
Abu Dhabi, Al Nahyan
Fees
AED 8K - 18K

Rosary Private School Branch Abu Dhabi Al Nahyan

The Executive Summary

Rosary Private School Branch Abu Dhabi Al Nahyan is one of Abu Dhabi's most accessible and community-rooted MoE UAE curriculum schools, earning an ADEK rating of Very Good in its 2024 Irtiqa inspection. Serving a sizeable community of 2,632 students across KG through Grade 12 in the established residential neighbourhood of Al Nahyan, this co-educational school follows the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum and prepares students for the Tawjihi public secondary examination at the end of Grade 12. With school fees ranging from AED 8,480 to AED 18,570 - among the most affordable in Abu Dhabi's private school landscape - Rosary offers genuine value for Arab expatriate families, particularly those of Jordanian, Syrian, and Egyptian nationality, who form the school's core demographic. The school's strengths lie in its strong Arabic and Islamic Education outcomes, its committed leadership under Principal Zuha Saleh Ibrahim Dababneh, and a curriculum that aligns tightly with UAE national priorities. For families seeking an Arabic-medium, MoE-aligned education at accessible school fees in Abu Dhabi, Rosary in Al Nahyan merits serious consideration. That said, parents should enter with clear eyes. International benchmark scores in PISA, TIMSS, and IBT assessments reveal a gap between the school's internal assessment results and performance against global standards - a recurring tension in MoE schools across the emirate. The ADEK inspection also flags insufficient inclusion staffing, inconsistencies in teacher feedback practices, and a need to reduce teacher turnover. English literacy development in Cycle 1 remains a noted weakness, and the school's facilities data is limited due to restricted website access. Rosary is not the right fit for families prioritising internationally benchmarked curricula, bilingual English-first instruction, or elite university placement pathways. But for the family seeking an affordable, values-driven, Arabic-heritage education with a genuine Very Good ADEK endorsement, it delivers meaningfully on its promise.
ADEK Very Good 2024MoE UAE CurriculumTawjihi PathwayAED 8,480 Entry FeesAl Nahyan Location

“The school keeps our culture and language alive for our children. The Arabic and Islamic education is genuinely strong, and the teachers care about the students as individuals.”

— Grade 7 Parent(representative)

Academic Framework & Learning Style

Rosary Private School follows the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) curriculum across all cycles, from KG through Grade 12. The school offers both science and arts streams in the upper secondary years, culminating in the Tawjihi - the UAE public secondary examination sat at the end of Grade 12. This is a curriculum designed for students who will remain embedded in the UAE education ecosystem or pursue higher education at UAE national universities, and it is delivered primarily in Arabic across core subjects, with English as a subject rather than a medium of instruction for most of the timetable. The ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection paints a broadly positive academic picture, particularly in subjects taught in Arabic. Islamic Education attainment is rated Very Good across all cycles, with internal data showing Outstanding attainment in Cycles 2 and 3 over consecutive years. Arabic as a first language similarly achieves Very Good across the board, with MoE examination trends showing consistently Outstanding attainment in Cycles 1, 2, and 3 over three years. UAE Social Studies attainment is Very Good in all applicable cycles, with internal data showing Outstanding attainment trends. These are genuinely strong results that reflect a school deeply aligned with its curriculum framework. The picture is more nuanced in English-medium subjects. English attainment is rated Good in Cycle 1 and Very Good in Cycles 2 and 3 - a reasonable spread, though inspectors note that internal assessment data overstates observed classroom performance. In Mathematics, attainment is Good in Cycle 1 and Very Good in Cycles 2 and 3, with progress rated Very Good across all cycles. Science follows a similar pattern. Critically, IBT standardised assessment results for 2023/24 reveal a more challenging reality: Arabic attainment is weak across all cycles in IBT terms, mathematics is Very Weak in Cycles 1 and 2, and science is Very Weak in Cycle 1. This divergence between internal MoE results and external benchmarks is a significant data point for parents to weigh. On international assessments, PISA 2022 results show students scoring 474 in reading literacy (below the international average of 476 and below the school's own target of 501.4), 465.2 in mathematics (below the international average of 472), and 469.7 in science (below the international average of 485). TIMSS 2023 results show Grade 4 mathematics at 489.48 (below the international average of 503) and Grade 8 mathematics at 477.56 (just below the international average of 478). A notable bright spot: PIRLS 2021 Grade 4 reading achieved 510, placing students above the international average of 500 - a genuine achievement worth highlighting. The school admits students based on entrance examinations in Arabic, Mathematics, and English, with preference given to children of teachers and siblings of current students. Diagnostic assessments are conducted for all new students in compliance with MoE curriculum requirements. The school operates two libraries - one for Cycle 1 and one for Cycles 2 and 3 - with a combined stock of over 5,600 books in Arabic and English. Digital reading platforms including ReadTheory, Storyline Online, and British Council Teens supplement classroom literacy work. The school participates in IBT assessments for Grades 3 through 9, providing a standardised benchmark against which to measure curriculum delivery. For inclusion provision, the school has a formal Inclusion Policy and 19 identified students of determination. However, the ADEK inspection explicitly flags insufficient staffing to support students with additional learning needs, with students of determination making Weak progress in KG and Acceptable progress in Cycle 3 in Arabic - a gap that warrants attention. The school's curriculum adaptation is rated Good (not Very Good) across all cycles, suggesting that differentiation for higher and lower attaining students needs further development. University destinations data is not publicly available, which is a transparency limitation; given the Tawjihi pathway, the primary university destination will be UAE national institutions and Arab-world universities.
Very Good
Arabic as First Language - All Cycles
ADEK Irtiqa 2024; MoE exam trends show Outstanding over 3 years
510
PIRLS 2021 Grade 4 Reading Score
Above international average of 500
474
PISA 2022 Reading Literacy Score
Below international average of 476; target was 501.4
19
Students of Determination
Out of 2,632 enrolled; inclusion staffing flagged as insufficient by ADEK

Extracurricular Activities (ECAs)

The source data available for Rosary Private School's extracurricular programme is limited - the school's student life and activities pages returned 404 errors at the time of review, and the ADEK inspection report does not provide a granular breakdown of ECA offerings. What the inspection does confirm, however, is that the school participates in reading and writing competitions both internally and externally, including nationally recognised programmes such as 'I Read to Excel' and 'My Story is from Emirates' - two UAE-wide literacy initiatives that signal meaningful engagement with national enrichment frameworks. The school celebrates an annual Month of Reading and organises Book Fairs, both of which contribute to a culture of literacy beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to participate in bedtime story reading video competitions and maintain reading logs and story maps - activities that, while modest, reflect a deliberate effort to extend learning into the home environment. The Arabic department in particular is noted by inspectors as actively promoting reading culture, with mini libraries in classrooms and regularly scheduled library visits. On the innovation and entrepreneurship front, the school's mission explicitly references entrepreneurship and leadership skills as priorities, and the ADEK inspection notes that social responsibility and innovation skills are rated Very Good in Cycles 2 and 3. The school participates in IBT international benchmark assessments for Grades 3-9, which while not an ECA, reflects a broader culture of academic engagement beyond routine classroom work. The ADEK inspection recommends expanding opportunities for creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship across all cycles - an implicit acknowledgement that the current ECA and enrichment offering has room to grow. Families seeking a rich competitive sports programme, performing arts productions, Model UN, Duke of Edinburgh, or a wide menu of after-school clubs should note that the evidence base for such provision at Rosary is not publicly documented. This is a transparency gap rather than a confirmed absence, but it is a gap nonetheless. Parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to request a full ECA schedule before making admissions decisions.
2
School Libraries (Cycle 1 and Cycles 2-3)
Combined 5,600+ books in Arabic and English
'I Read to Excel' ProgrammeAnnual Month of ReadingBook FairsInnovation Skills FocusNational Reading Competitions

Pastoral Care & Well-being

The ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection rates Health and Safety, including child protection and safeguarding, as Very Good across KG and all cycles - one of the school's most consistent high-performance areas. Inspectors describe the school as maintaining robust systems for safeguarding students, with comprehensive health and safety arrangements and well-equipped facilities. The school publishes its Health and Safety Policy, Occupational Safety and Health Policy (in both English and Arabic), and a Risk Register on its website, demonstrating a level of transparency and procedural rigour that parents should find reassuring. However, Care and Support - which covers the pastoral, guidance, and individual support dimension of student welfare - is rated Good across all cycles, having regressed from a higher rating. The ADEK inspection attributes this regression to two specific factors: insufficient staffing to support students with additional learning needs, and ineffective systems for promoting regular student attendance. These are not minor administrative issues - they speak to the school's capacity to respond to individual student needs in a timely and sustained way. Parents of children who may require additional pastoral or academic support should probe this area carefully during any admissions visit. The school's stated values of respect, teamwork, and integrity are embedded in its mission and are described by inspectors as recognised and supported by the parent community. Students' personal development is rated Good across all cycles, while understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures achieves the higher rating of Very Good - reflecting the school's strong Arabic-heritage identity. The school's ethos is clearly one of community, cultural pride, and mutual respect, which many families in the Al Nahyan area will find deeply aligned with their own values. The ADEK inspection recommends that the school promote healthy living through well-being initiatives and nutritious eating habits, and increase opportunities for physical activity in safe, well-supervised environments. It also recommends reviewing dismissal procedures to ensure they do not reduce effective learning time. These recommendations suggest that while the school's safeguarding foundations are solid, the broader well-being infrastructure - mental health support, structured physical activity, and attendance management - needs further investment and systematisation.

“The school feels safe and the values they teach - respect, working together - are things we see our children bringing home. The community here is tight-knit and the teachers know the children well.”

— Grade 4 Parent(representative)

Campus & Facilities

Rosary Private School is located at 21 Al Nudoud Street, Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi - a well-established residential district in central Abu Dhabi, accessible from major arterial roads and within comfortable reach of the communities of Al Mushrif, Al Nahyan, and Al Wahda. The campus location is a genuine asset for families living in these neighbourhoods, offering a community school feel in a mature, settled part of the city. The school's campus and facilities pages on its website returned 404 errors at the time of this review, limiting the granularity of facility-by-facility reporting. However, the ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection provides several meaningful data points. Inspectors describe the school as having well-equipped facilities and rate Management, Staffing, Facilities and Resources as Very Good under the Leadership and Management standard - the highest rating available. This is a significant endorsement of the physical learning environment. The school operates two libraries: one dedicated to Cycle 1 students, holding 876 English books and 2,196 Arabic books, and a second serving Cycles 2 and 3, containing 449 English books and 2,111 Arabic books. Both libraries are described as providing a conducive environment for reading, with books systematically coded by grade level (Cycle 1) and by subject (Cycles 2 and 3). Students have access to digital reading platforms including ReadTheory, Storyline Online, and British Council Teens. Classrooms, however, are noted to have a very limited stock of books - a minor but noted gap. The ADEK inspection recommends ensuring that premises are fully accessible to all students, staff, and visitors with physical challenges through appropriate modifications - indicating that the current campus has accessibility limitations that are being actively flagged for improvement. It also recommends increasing opportunities for regular physical activity in safe, well-supervised indoor and outdoor environments, suggesting that sports and physical education infrastructure may benefit from development. For a school of 2,632 students with 159 staff, the campus serves a substantial population. The school operates a bus transport service at AED 4,548 per annum, indicating meaningful geographic reach across Abu Dhabi. Uniform provision is managed through the school at AED 180-190 per year depending on grade level. Overall, the facilities picture is one of a functional, well-maintained campus that meets ADEK standards at a Very Good level, with targeted improvements needed in accessibility and physical activity infrastructure.
5,632
Total Library Books (Arabic and English)
Across two libraries serving KG through Grade 12
Very Good
ADEK Rating: Facilities and Resources
Management, Staffing, Facilities and Resources - Irtiqa 2024
ADEK Very Good Facilities RatingTwo School LibrariesDigital Reading PlatformsAl Nahyan Central LocationBus Transport Available5,600+ Library Books

Teaching & Learning Quality

The ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection rates Teaching for Effective Learning as Very Good across all cycles - KG, Cycle 1, Cycle 2, and Cycle 3. This is a strong, consistent result and represents an improvement from the previous inspection, where KG teaching was rated Good. Inspectors specifically credit KG teachers for planning engaging lessons and fostering active learning strategies, which drove the improvement in that phase. The school employs 159 teachers supported by 14 teaching assistants, serving 2,632 students - a ratio of approximately 1 teacher to every 16.5 students, which is a reasonable working ratio for an MoE-curriculum school of this scale. The teacher workforce is predominantly drawn from Syria, Egypt, and Jordan - nationalities that align closely with the school's student demographic and support strong Arabic-medium instruction. This cultural and linguistic alignment is a genuine pedagogical asset in an Arabic-first curriculum environment, enabling teachers to connect deeply with students' home contexts and language development. Assessment is rated Very Good across all cycles, and inspectors note that the use of assessment has been strengthened across the school with consistent approaches embedded in teaching. However, the ADEK inspection's key recommendations reveal important nuances: inspectors call for ensuring consistency in the use of feedback, including self-assessment, peer assessment, and written teacher feedback across all cycles - suggesting that while assessment frameworks exist, their implementation is uneven. Inspectors also recommend reducing teacher-led instruction in favour of deeper student engagement, improving questioning techniques, and ensuring tasks match the needs of all learners. A significant concern raised by ADEK is the need to reduce staff turnover to support continuity and sustained school improvement. Staff turnover is explicitly listed as a leadership priority, which indicates it is a live issue affecting the school's ability to build consistent pedagogical culture over time. For parents, this is a meaningful data point: frequent teacher changes disrupt relationship continuity, particularly for younger students and those with additional learning needs. Curriculum design and implementation is rated Very Good across all cycles, reflecting a well-structured, broad curriculum that addresses academic needs and personal well-being in alignment with national requirements. Curriculum adaptation - the degree to which teaching is differentiated for different learner profiles - is rated Good across all cycles, indicating room for growth in personalised learning. The school participates in IBT international benchmark assessments, and teachers are being encouraged to integrate TIMSS- and PISA-style questions into classwork as part of a structured effort to improve international assessment performance.
159
Total Teaching Staff
Plus 14 teaching assistants; serving 2,632 students
1:16.5
Teacher-to-Student Ratio
Based on 159 teachers and 2,632 students
Very Good
Teaching for Effective Learning - All Cycles
ADEK Irtiqa 2024; improved from Good in KG vs previous inspection

Leadership & Management

All six aspects of Leadership and Management are rated Very Good in the ADEK Irtiqa 2024 inspection: the effectiveness of leadership, school self-evaluation and improvement planning, parents and the community, governance, and management, staffing, facilities and resources. This is a clean sweep at the second-highest rating level and reflects a school where leadership is a genuine strength rather than a background function. Principal Zuha Saleh Ibrahim Dababneh leads the school with what inspectors describe as a clear strategic direction and a strong commitment to UAE national and Emirate priorities. The school's vision - individuals taking pride in their heritage, able to assess the present to create a better future - and its mission, which centres on global citizenship, research and innovation skills, entrepreneurship, and core values of respect, teamwork, and integrity, are well-articulated and appear to be genuinely embedded in school culture rather than existing merely as wall displays. The ADEK inspection notes that the school's ethos and values are recognised and supported by parents - a finding that speaks to the quality of the school's communication and community engagement. The school maintains a waiting list and communicates with families regarding availability, and children of teachers and siblings of current students are given admissions preference - a policy that reinforces the community school character of the institution. However, ADEK's key recommendations include ensuring that self-evaluation processes accurately identify the school's strengths and areas for improvement - a pointed observation suggesting that the school's internal quality assurance mechanisms may not yet be sufficiently critical or granular. This is a common challenge for schools where internal data (showing Outstanding trends) diverges significantly from external benchmark results (showing Weak or Very Weak IBT outcomes). Bridging that gap requires a leadership culture willing to interrogate its own data with rigour. Other leadership priorities flagged by ADEK include reducing staff turnover, strengthening attendance systems, reviewing dismissal procedures, and increasing the number of inclusion specialists. These are operational and structural challenges that require sustained leadership attention and resource allocation. The governance structure is rated Very Good, suggesting that the school's board and advisory structures are functioning effectively and providing appropriate oversight of the principal's strategic direction.

ADEK Inspection Results (Irtiqa - Decoded)

The most recent ADEK Irtiqa inspection of Rosary Private School was conducted from 10 to 13 February 2025, covering the academic year 2024/25, and resulted in an overall rating of Very Good - unchanged from the previous inspection in 2022. This stability at Very Good is a double-edged finding: it confirms that the school has maintained its standards and continued to develop, but it also signals that the step to Outstanding remains elusive. The inspection reveals a school with genuine strengths in Arabic-medium subjects, Islamic Education, and UAE Social Studies, where attainment and progress are consistently Very Good and internal trend data points to Outstanding across multiple cycles. Teaching quality has improved across the board, with KG teaching upgrading from Good to Very Good - a meaningful progression. Leadership is rated Very Good across all six assessed dimensions, and health and safety is a standout feature. The areas requiring attention are equally clear. Care and Support has regressed to Good across all cycles, driven by insufficient inclusion staffing and weak attendance management systems. IBT standardised assessment results present a sobering picture of attainment against external benchmarks, particularly in mathematics and science. The gap between internal MoE assessment results and external benchmark performance is the single most important analytical finding of this inspection - and one that the school's leadership has acknowledged through its action plans for PISA, TIMSS, and PIRLS improvement. The rating history for this school shows consistent Very Good performance, reflecting a stable, well-run institution that has not experienced the volatility seen in some Abu Dhabi private schools. The challenge now is whether leadership can use the detailed ADEK recommendations to engineer the improvements needed to reach Outstanding - particularly in inclusion provision, international benchmark performance, and the consistency of classroom feedback practices.
Strong Arabic and Islamic Education Outcomes
Attainment and progress in Arabic as a first language, Islamic Education, and UAE Social Studies are rated Very Good across all cycles, with internal trend data showing Outstanding attainment consistently over three years in MoE examinations.
Very Good Teaching Quality Across All Cycles
Teaching for effective learning is rated Very Good across KG and all three cycles, with KG showing improvement from Good since the previous inspection. Assessment practices are also rated Very Good throughout the school.
Robust Safeguarding and Health and Safety
Health and safety, including child protection and safeguarding arrangements, is rated Very Good across KG and all cycles. Inspectors describe the school as maintaining robust systems and a safe, secure environment for all students.
Inclusion Provision and Care and Support

Care and Support has regressed to Good across all cycles due to insufficient staffing for students with additional learning needs. Students of determination make Weak progress in KG in Arabic. IEP quality needs improvement, and attendance management systems require strengthening.

International Benchmark Performance and Classroom Differentiation

PISA, TIMSS, and IBT results fall below international averages and school targets across most subjects and cycles. Curriculum adaptation is only rated Good, and inspectors recommend reducing teacher-led instruction, improving questioning techniques, and ensuring tasks challenge all learner profiles.

Inspection History

2024/25
Very Good
2022
Very Good

Fees & Value for Money

Rosary Private School offers some of the most accessible tuition fees in Abu Dhabi's private school sector, with annual tuition ranging from AED 8,480 at KG level to AED 18,570 at Grade 12. These figures, published by ADEK's TAMM platform for the 2025-2026 academic year, place Rosary firmly at the affordable end of Abu Dhabi's private school fee spectrum - a significant consideration for Arab expatriate families managing household budgets in a high cost-of-living city. The fee structure scales progressively across grade levels, with meaningful step-changes at Grade 10 (AED 16,740) through Grade 12 (AED 18,570), reflecting the increased resource requirements of the upper secondary Tawjihi examination years. The primary phase fees - Grades 1 through 6 - range from AED 8,950 to AED 11,320, representing genuinely affordable access to a Very Good-rated ADEK school in central Abu Dhabi. In addition to tuition, families should budget for bus transport at AED 4,548 per annum - a fixed cost regardless of grade level. Book fees range from AED 210 at KG1 to AED 950 at Grades 7-8, with no book fee listed for Grades 9-12 (likely covered through school-provided materials or digital resources). Uniform costs are standardised at AED 180 for KG through Grade 6 and AED 190 for Grades 7-12. The school's website references a fees schedule for 2025-2026 but the full document is presented as a scanned image rather than a text-accessible format, limiting detailed additional cost disclosure. No formal scholarship or bursary programme is publicly documented on the school's website or in the ADEK inspection report. Sibling preference is given in the admissions process, but financial sibling discounts are not publicly confirmed. For value-for-money assessment: at AED 8,480 to AED 18,570, Rosary delivers a Very Good ADEK-rated MoE curriculum education at a price point that is a fraction of what comparable-rated international curriculum schools charge in Abu Dhabi. For families committed to the MoE pathway - particularly those with children who are Arabic-first learners or who plan to sit the Tawjihi - the value proposition is strong. The school's fee positioning reflects its community-serving mission and makes it genuinely accessible to a wide range of family income levels.
AED 8,480
Lowest Annual Tuition (KG1 & KG2)
AED 18,570
Highest Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
PhaseAnnual Fee
Kindergarten
8,480
Kindergarten
8,480
Primary (Cycle 1)
8,950
Primary (Cycle 1)
9,410
Primary (Cycle 1)
9,940
Primary (Cycle 1)
10,410
Primary (Cycle 1)
10,860
Middle (Cycle 2)
11,320
Middle (Cycle 2)
11,780
Middle (Cycle 2)
12,240
Middle (Cycle 2)
12,920
Secondary (Cycle 3)
16,740
Secondary (Cycle 3)
17,660
Secondary (Cycle 3)
18,570

Additional Costs

Bus Transport4,548(annual)
Books - KG1210(annual)
Books - KG2230(annual)
Books - Grade 1790(annual)
Books - Grade 2830(annual)
Books - Grade 3850(annual)
Books - Grade 4870(annual)
Books - Grade 5860(annual)
Books - Grade 6860(annual)
Books - Grade 7950(annual)
Books - Grade 8950(annual)
Books - Grades 9-120(annual)
Uniform - KG1 to Grade 6180(annual)
Uniform - Grade 7 to Grade 12190(annual)

Discounts & Concessions

Sibling Admissions Preference
Teacher Children Preference

Scholarships & Bursaries

No formal scholarship or bursary programme is publicly documented for Rosary Private School. Parents seeking financial assistance should contact the school administration directly.

The Final Verdict: Who Is This School For?

Rosary Private School Branch Abu Dhabi Al Nahyan is a well-run, community-oriented MoE curriculum school that delivers genuine educational value at a price point accessible to a wide range of families. Its ADEK Very Good rating, strong Arabic and Islamic Education outcomes, committed leadership, and central Al Nahyan location make it a compelling choice for the right family. The school's fee structure - AED 8,480 to AED 18,570 - is one of the most accessible in Abu Dhabi's private school landscape, and for families committed to the MoE Tawjihi pathway, it represents excellent value. The honest limitations are equally important to acknowledge. International benchmark performance in PISA and TIMSS falls below global averages, inclusion provision needs strengthening, and staff turnover is a live concern. The school's digital presence is limited, making it harder for prospective parents to research facilities and programmes independently. Families should visit the campus in person, request a full ECA schedule, and ask specifically about support provision for their child's individual learning profile before committing. For families in the Al Nahyan schools catchment area who value Arabic-heritage education, cultural continuity, and affordability without sacrificing a credible ADEK endorsement, Rosary delivers. For those seeking internationally benchmarked curricula, elite university placement services, or English-medium instruction, other Abu Dhabi schools will be a better fit.

THE “RIGHT FIT”

Arab expatriate families - particularly of Jordanian, Syrian, or Egyptian background - who prioritise Arabic-medium MoE education, the Tawjihi pathway, strong Islamic and cultural values, and genuinely affordable school fees in a central Abu Dhabi location.

THE “WRONG FIT”

Families seeking internationally benchmarked curricula (IB, British, American), English-medium instruction, elite university placement support, or a richly documented extracurricular programme; also not suited to students with significant additional learning needs given the current inclusion staffing limitations.

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For our family, this school was exactly what we needed - the right curriculum, the right language, the right values, and fees we can actually afford. It is not perfect, but it is honest and it cares.

— Grade 10 Parent

Strengths

  • ADEK Very Good rating maintained across two consecutive inspections
  • Among the most affordable private school fees in Abu Dhabi (AED 8,480-18,570)
  • Very Good attainment in Arabic, Islamic Education, and UAE Social Studies across all cycles
  • Strong safeguarding and health and safety rated Very Good throughout
  • Very Good teaching quality across KG and all three cycles
  • Central Al Nahyan location with bus transport available
  • Clear Tawjihi pathway with science and arts stream options
  • Very Good leadership across all six assessed dimensions

Areas for Improvement

  • PISA, TIMSS, and IBT scores fall below international averages across most subjects
  • Care and Support regressed to Good; inclusion staffing is insufficient for students of determination
  • Staff turnover is a live concern flagged explicitly by ADEK inspectors
  • Limited online transparency - facilities and student life pages not accessible
  • Curriculum adaptation rated only Good; differentiation for diverse learners needs development