The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls

SZPAG's 2025-26 fee structure places it firmly in the premium tier of Abu Dhabi private schools, with annual tuition ranging from AED 33,910 at Pre-K level to AED 78,160 for Grades 10-12. Fees increase in clear bands as students progress through the school: Pre-K and KG remain at AED 33,910, rising to AED 50,000 for Grades 1-4, AED 56,890 for Grades 5-6, AED 63,220 for Grades 7-8, AED 69,890 for Grade 9, and AED 78,160 for Grades 10-12. The school fees for the next academic year are subject to change in accordance with applicable ADEK regulations. Additional costs are significant and should be factored into the total cost of attendance. Transportation (bus) is AED 5,000 per year across all year groups. Uniforms range from AED 835 (Pre-K to KG2) to AED 1,495 (Grades 4-12), with Grade 1-3 uniform costs at AED 1,070. A digital device is a compulsory purchase for students in Grades 3 through 12; the school advises parents of the device cost separately, and it is not included in the published tuition fees. Books are not listed as a separate fee item in the ADEK/TAMM fee schedule. Tuition fees are paid in three installments following an initial 5% registration fee payable upon acceptance (per ADEK Policy 39). The 5% registration fee is offset against the first term's fees. The school banks with First Abu Dhabi Bank (Corniche Branch), with IBAN and Swift code details published on the school's admissions page. The school's policy on non-payment is clear: examination report cards, transfer certificates, and eSIS transfers may be withheld until outstanding dues are settled, and three warning letters are issued before ADEK guidelines for non-payment are applied. No sibling discounts, scholarships, or bursaries are publicly advertised on the school's official website or ADEK profile. Parents seeking financial flexibility should enquire directly with the admissions office. Compared to peer American-curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi, SZPAG's fees are at the higher end - reflecting its NEASC/CIS accreditation, Outstanding ADEK rating, and premium positioning. For families seeking a US pathway with strong Emirati identity formation and Outstanding pastoral care, the fees represent defensible value. For families prioritising the strongest external academic outcomes at equivalent price points, the MAP and PISA data warrant careful consideration before committing.