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International Academic School

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 29,650 - 39,880
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Typical class size 30

Shakhbout City, MSH14, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The Essentials

International Academic School has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
The International Academic School is located at MFW 14, 08th St. Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The campus sits in western Abu Dhabi in a residential district and is accessible via main road networks. The postal address is P.O. Box 4828, and the school can be contacted by phone at 02 20 50 400.

Stages
The school comprises Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and High School, covering grades KG through Grade 12.

Type
The school operates as an international curriculum school with instruction in English. The curriculum is described as American, and gender segregation begins in Grade 5, with Grades K–4 being co-educational.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Public information lists 4% UAE nationals and 6% non-local students; the school hosts a mix of nationalities beyond these percentages.

Additional learning support
Public information does not list explicit SEN provisions for the Abu Dhabi campus. The school references inclusion in its broader ADEK context, but no specific SEN facilities are described for this location.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation listed. The school uses an American curriculum with English-language instruction.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated. Islamic education is provided as part of the UAE MOE Arabic curriculum where applicable.

School day structure
Typical school days run from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for Grades 1–12; KG sessions are shorter (8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.). Some grades offer online components (8:30 a.m. start) depending on the program.

Bus service
A school bus service is available to transport students. Routes cover Inside Abu Dhabi Island and outside areas such as Khalifa City A&B, Baniyas, Shamkha, MBZ, with some remote areas subject to confirmation at registration. A Transportation Form is required to use the service.
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Fees

Annual tuition at International Academic School ranges from AED 29,650 to AED 39,880 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- Application deposit: AED 500 payable at application; this AED 500 is deducted from the registration fee.
- Registration fee: 5% of the applicable annual tuition payable after acceptance; the 5% registration fee is deducted from the total tuition.

Tuition fees (annual) and per-term amounts (three equal term installments)

Note: the school bills in three installments. The per-term figures below are the annual tuition divided into three equal installments and rounded to the nearest dirham. The listed annual tuition and the ancillary (books, bus, uniform) amounts are shown in AED.

- LKG1 (Annual tuition: AED 30,270)
- Per term (inferred as equal 3-term split): AED 10,090 per term.
- Books: AED 500. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 350.

- LKG2 (Annual tuition: AED 30,270)
- Per term (inferred): AED 10,090 per term.
- Books: AED 650. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 350.

- Grade 1 (Annual tuition: AED 33,410)
- Per term (inferred): AED 11,137 per term.
- Books: AED 1,200. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 400.

- Grade 2 (Annual tuition: AED 33,410)
- Per term (inferred): AED 11,137 per term.
- Books: AED 1,200. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 400.

- Grade 3 (Annual tuition: AED 33,410)
- Per term (inferred): AED 11,137 per term.
- Books: AED 1,200. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 400.

- Grade 4 (Annual tuition: AED 33,410)
- Per term (inferred): AED 11,137 per term.
- Books: AED 1,200. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 400.

- Grade 5 (Annual tuition: AED 33,410)
- Per term (inferred): AED 11,137 per term.
- Books: AED 1,300. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 400.

- Grade 6 (Annual tuition: AED 36,540)
- Per term (inferred): AED 12,180 per term.
- Books: AED 1,700. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 450.

- Grade 7 (Annual tuition: AED 36,540)
- Per term (inferred): AED 12,180 per term.
- Books: AED 2,200. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 450.

- Grade 8 (Annual tuition: AED 36,540)
- Per term (inferred): AED 12,180 per term.
- Books: AED 1,500. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 450.

- Grade 9 (Annual tuition: AED 36,540)
- Per term (inferred): AED 12,180 per term.
- Books: AED 1,500. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 450.

- Grade 10 (Annual tuition: AED 40,720)
- Per term (inferred): AED 13,573 per term.
- Books: AED 3,000. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 500.

- Grade 11 (Annual tuition: AED 40,720)
- Per term (inferred): AED 13,573 per term.
- Books: AED 1,500. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 500.

- Grade 12 (Annual tuition: AED 40,720)
- Per term (inferred): AED 13,573 per term.
- Books: AED 1,500. Bus (optional): AED 5,000. Uniform: AED 500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing is arranged across three school terms. Parents pay the first installment on enrollment and provide payment for the remaining two terms as post-dated cheques. The school's admissions and FAQs state payment flow as: initial payment plus two cheques for the second and third installments.
- The registration fee (5% of tuition) is payable after acceptance and is deducted from the total tuition. An application deposit of AED 500 is taken at application and subsequently deducted from the registration fee.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school.

Other costs and recurring items

- Annual school bus (transport) fee (where used): AED 5,000 per student.
- Books / learning materials: grade-specific amounts listed above (paid when books are issued).
- Uniform: grade-specific amounts listed above; uniforms are sold through the school.
- Discounts: specified discounts are available (examples published include 35% for Homat Al Watan card holders and medical staff, 30–35% for certain card holders, and a 25% new-student offer for KG–Grade 6 in published materials). Sibling discounts apply only where other fee offers are not applied.

Refund information

- A 5% registration fee is payable at acceptance and an application deposit (AED 500) is collected at application and deducted from the registration fee. There is no separate, detailed public refund schedule posted alongside the school fees and admissions pages; specific refund terms are governed by the school's fees policy and admissions procedures.

Fee payment options and practical notes

- Accepted payment arrangements stated in admissions/FAQs: first installment in cash and two post-dated cheques for the second and third installments.
- Public listings indicate the school does not operate an online-fee-payment facility for parents (parents supply cash/cheques as above).

School contact for fee-related matters

- Registration and fee enquiries: registration@ias.sch.ae; Phone: 02 20 50 400.
Academics

International Academic School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
IAS Abu Dhabi follows an American curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12, anchored in the California Content Standards for core subjects, with UAE MOE guidelines governing Arabic language and Islamic Studies. Kindergarten provides a developmentally appropriate program with literacy and math aligned to Californian CCSS, integrated science, social studies, art, PE, and MOE subjects Arabic and Islamic. Elementary School uses Californian Common Core Standards in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Art, Physical Education, and ICT, with MOE Arabic A/B, Islamic A/B, Moral Education, and Social Studies. Middle School (Grades 6–8) emphasizes Virginia standards, CCSS for math and ELA, NGSS for science; English is the medium of instruction for most subjects, with Arabic/Islamic and UAE Social Studies taught in Arabic and electives such as ICT, Computer Programming, French, and Music. High School (Grades 9–12) offers a four-year US diploma with core subjects including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Studies, Health & PE, Arabic, and Fine Arts & Technology; students select two electives per year and undergo continuous assessment, with three parent reports annually. Grade progression is Kindergarten → Elementary (Grades 1–5) → Middle School (Grades 6–8) → High School (Grades 9–12).
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Apply online or walk-in. You will receive an automated confirmation with an Application Number, which you can use to monitor your application's status. This confirms your place in the admissions pipeline and starts the process. 2. Schedule a tour or a meeting with the Senior Leadership team to learn more about IAS. The meeting provides an opportunity to see the campus, ask questions, and understand IAS's programs. It is recommended to arrange a time that fits your schedule. 3. Shortly after passing the interview/entrance exam, you will receive an acceptance letter offering a place at IAS. The 5% registration fee must be paid, and this fee will be deducted from the total tuition. The acceptance letter confirms admission pending subsequent steps. 4. Registration in the ADEK system through eSIS. This step registers the student with the UAE's licensing authority. It is required for enrollment and future reporting. 5. Fill out the Transportation Form if you wish to use School Transportation. The form collects route and pickup details. It is necessary to set up bus services if opted. 6. Proceed with payment and you will receive the Books and Uniform Slips. The collection schedule will be shared via email and the Orison School Portal. Payment completes the enrollment steps.
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