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American schools in Abu Dhabi

There are 73 American curriculum private schools in Abu Dhabi. 20 of them are rated Very good or better by ADEK, including American Community School, The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys and The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls. 7 are newer or not yet rated. Where fees are published, yearly fees start from AED 3,380, and half of these schools start at AED 23,000 or less. Most are in Al Ain (26), Khalifa City (8) and Mohamed Bin Zayed City (5).

About the American curriculum. Usually based on US Common Core standards, leading to a US high school diploma. Many schools offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the final years. Grades run from KG to Grade 12. Compare curricula.

All American schools in Abu Dhabi

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American schools by area

Al Ain26Khalifa City8Mohamed Bin Zayed City5Shakhbout City5Bani Yas4Al Dhafra4Al Mushrif3Al Manhal3Al Nahyan3Al Danah3Al Sa'adah2Al Falah2Rabdan1Al Saadiyat Island1Al Shamkhah1Al Khalidiyah1Yas Island1

Other curricula in Abu Dhabi

British65UAE Ministry of Education47Indian29IB15SABIS5Filipino4Pakistani3Canadian3

Data from ADEK's School Finder on TAMM, last checked 24 October 2026. Always confirm fees, places and admissions details with the school. How ratings work.