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Below, we have compiled the top 20 British international schools in United Arab Emirates according to our users. However, there are another 223 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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The Arbor School

An ecological school in Dubai based on the National curriculum for England.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: Dirham 49,500
to: Dirham 90,250

Nord Anglia International School Dubai

At NAS Dubai, success is more than achieving outstanding exam results. We go beyond traditional education to offer transformative learning experiences to help students develop skills needed to thrive in a changing world.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 66,302
to: Dirham 100,264
Reviews
(1 review)

The British International School Abu Dhabi

Part of the Nord Anglia family, The British International School Abu Dhabi offers a transformational education in a warm, inclusive community, empowering every student to excel, embrace global opportunities, and shape their future.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 52,816
to: Dirham 74,980
Reviews
(8 reviews)

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi

Part of the Nord Anglia Education family of premium international schools, NAS Abu Dhabi offers a learning experience designed for the future where your child will achieve more than they ever imagined possible.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 65,000
to: Dirham 95,000

Best 20 British International Schools in United Arab Emirates

Out of a total of 139 British International Schools in United Arab Emirates (and 243 total International Schools in United Arab Emirates)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

Newlands School

Newlands School Dubai enables every child to achieve their potential. Students gain an excellent quality British education in a values-based, internationally-minded environment so that they may understand, contribute to, and succeed in an ever-developing and competitive world.
Our vision is for the school to provide:
-opportunity and challenge
-a commitment to continuous improvement
-a route to university and lifelong learning
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 17
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 20,881
to: Dirham 36,936
Reviews
(1 review)

Good Will Children Private School

Good Will Children Private School L.L.C. is a recognized Cambridge International School teaching Cambridge Core subjects in English (as a second language), Math, Science and ICT.
This internationally respected curriculum is now taught in 150 countries across the world and culminates in the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, AS and A level certification recognized by universities worldwide.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 15
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 26,650
to: Dirham 32,360

Oaktree Primary School

Small classes with intimate student teacher relationships, community engagement and happy and engaged students.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 11
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 17,837
to: Dirham 30,178

Ajyal International School

Ajyal International School commits to:
- Offering students an education that is meaningful and relevant to their personal, academic, and social life using the Significant Learning Model;
- Providing active learning experiences, avoiding rote learning;
- Using means of assessment that are educative in nature (assessment for learning), qualitative and quantitative, standardised, frequent, performance–based (criterion and standards) and involving self-assessment;
- Aligning its teaching and assessment activities to Significant Learning Outcomes by a process referred to as backward design;
- Collecting wide-ranging performance data to continuously improve learning and teaching, curriculum provision, and institutional efficacy;
- Using technology to enhance learning, and not just to facilitate teaching;
- Providing continuous professional development to all our staff; and
- Adhering to the highest standards of student physical safety, health and personal well-being.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 23,136
to: Dirham 41,448
Reviews
(1 review)

Brighton College Abu Dhabi

Brighton College Abu Dhabi offers its pupils a vibrant and challenging learning environment, and a distinctive British independent school ethos which reflects the values and dynamic culture of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates.
Located on Abu Dhabi Island in a purpose-built campus next to Khalifa Park, Brighton College Abu Dhabi boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is committed to becoming the leading school in the Middle East. With 144 highly experienced and talented Academic staff and over 100 support staff the school is able to provide an outstanding level of education as witnessed by our latest Inspection reports.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 50,830
to: Dirham 80,780

Mamoura British Academy

At Mamoura British Academy our vision is to provide:
“An innovative learning community, where we nurture our learners through Collaboration, Leadership and Creativity.”
In our commitment to this vision, we strive to educate the whole child and to give every student the quality education and learning experiences that they deserve, whilst playing a full and active role in our local, national and international communities.
At Mamoura we strive for the highest of standards in all we do and to give every student the environment to express creative talents and academic abilities in innovative and enterprising ways; with a focus on cross-curricular learning and a highly specialised middle school curriculum using our highly trained specialist teachers. However, we also understand that young people need much more than a suite of excellent qualifications and so along with academic success we also promote the development of life long skills in order to succeed.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 52,029
to: Dirham 77,224

Abu Dhabi International School

Abu Dhabi International School is a truly international school that educates students from over 70 nationalities in a familial, friendly, fun yet disciplined environment. The international flavor our school provides is also reflected in the diversity of its academic programs. AIS provides the opportunity for its students to graduate with an American program, the British (IGCSE and A-Levels) program or the International Baccalaureate Programme and join top tier institutions worldwide, such as Harvard, Stanford, Cambridge and the Sorbonne of France as well as regional universities in Lebanon, Egypt and the UAE.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
IB, American, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 32,635
to: Dirham 48,800

Al Najah Private School

Al Najah Private School was founded in 1987 as a private international school from K-12 with the aim of providing the most comprehensive British curriculum as a college preparatory education to students of all nationalities.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
IB, British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 15,100
to: Dirham 33,420

Star International School Al Twar

Star International School Al Twar is a bespoke English Curriculum school in the heart of Al Twar. It is very much a family school, with teachers, SLT, TAs, Admin and site staff all working alongside parents and the wider community to offer its children the best opportunities it possibly can.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 20,976
to: Dirham 46,140

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

GEMS Cambridge International School (GCIS) – Abu Dhabi, is a thoroughly modern school which takes an equally modern approach to education. Located just off the Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road in Al Mafraq, Adu Dhabi, this British curriculum school delivers an exceptional standard of education to children at foundation stage all the way through to Year 13, from age 3-18.
The GCIS – Abu Dhabi, is an international school with a real difference, providing children from all over the world with invaluable opportunities to realise their full potential academically, socially and personally.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 22,470
to: Dirham 39,310
Reviews
(15 reviews)

Al Basma British School

Al Basma British School students receive a robust, creative, vibrant, academic challenging and inspiring 21st Century education, making the schooling years an enjoyable time filled with rich and memorable experiences, preparing them for life. Each student’s unique skills and talents are released and enhanced in an environment of care and mutual respect; one that promotes resilience, confidence, self-esteem and self-management skills.
Al Basma British School is a healthy, safe environment within which students can enjoy learning, make progress and achieve high standards. They will be encouraged to participate fully in school life and make a positive contribution to the school and wider community, ultimately becoming successful, motivated, well-adjusted adults who achieve economic well-being. We will measure our success against these outcomes.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 21,330
to: Dirham 43,240
Reviews
(17 reviews)

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi

Part of the Nord Anglia Education family of premium international schools, NAS Abu Dhabi offers a learning experience designed for the future where your child will achieve more than they ever imagined possible.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 65,000
to: Dirham 95,000

Capital School

Capital School is an International school reflecting the diverse nature of students and the context of the UAE as centre of innovation and growth.
Capital School works to international standards based around the National Curriculum of England with a strong programme of Arabic and English language to ensure that all students have good communication skills.
The school boasts excellent facilities in sport, technology and learning support and a programme of English language support that will give all students both the confidence and skill to be able to access the National Curriculum of England successfully and enter higher education and the workforce with confidence.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 20,500
to: Dirham 48,000

Cambridge International School

-Growing By Learning
-Pursuing Excellence
-Leading Through Innovation
-Global Citizenship
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: Dirham 23,795
to: Dirham 36,775

Dubai Heights Academy

Dubai Heights Academy is a progressive and forward-thinking British Curriculum School situated in the prime location of Al Barsha South. Our convenient proximity to various residential neighbourhoods and amenities makes us a top choice for families seeking a community-focused school that delivers academic excellence alongside exceptional levels of care and support. We are proud to announce our latest KHDA inspection result of ‘Very Good’ with several outstanding features; and we are delighted for the recognition that our most outstanding feature is our wellbeing provision.
Dubai Heights Academy follows the National Curriculum of England but our offerings go far beyond traditional education. Through our exclusive partnerships with world-class organisations, we provide exceptional opportunities that distinguish us from other schools in the region. Whether it’s our AI curriculum, developed in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston, or our unique golfing partnership with the prestigious Tommy Fleetwood Academy, we take pride in offering something truly special.
Our approach is guided by the core philosophy embodied in our school ethos: ‘Every Child, Every Mind, and Everybody Matters.’ We believe that every student, regardless of background or ability, deserves the highest quality education. Described as a ‘one staff school,’ we emphasise the importance of inclusivity and diversity, creating a school environment that is deeply rooted in family and community values, where the emphasis on wellbeing stands out as one of our most remarkable features.
With our new secondary building opening in the summer of 2025*, our secondary students will experience enhanced sports facilities, bespoke science labs, custom-built art and design technology facilities, offering food technology, ceramics, textiles, robotics and additional dynamic learning spaces; all aimed at fostering innovation, exploration, and critical thinking.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 16
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 30,000
to: Dirham 60,000

Al Salam Community School

Al Salam Community School follows the National Curriculum for England and the Cambridge International Curriculum in its ongoing journey towards academic excellence.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: Dirham 23,795
to: Dirham 41,102
Reviews
(4 reviews)

The British International School Abu Dhabi

Part of the Nord Anglia family, The British International School Abu Dhabi offers a transformational education in a warm, inclusive community, empowering every student to excel, embrace global opportunities, and shape their future.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 52,816
to: Dirham 74,980
Reviews
(8 reviews)

South View School

South View School is an international school offering an exceptional, high-quality, British based education within the Dubai South community.
Our aim is for every South View student to achieve their full potential by equipping them with the life skills they will need to succeed in the 21st century.
The happiness, well-being, and success of all our South View family members is key to how we work with families and children of all ages.
What do we offer:
• UK National Curriculum
• Highly qualified and experienced leadership and academic team
• Average experience of SVS teachers is 8 years
• Engaging, inquiry-based, student-led learning
• Ages 3 to 18 years
• 1200+ students | 77 nationalities
• Excellent Sports, Art, STEAM, Performing Arts and Technology facilities
• Specialist French and Spanish lessons
• Extended school day: early breakfast club & after-school care
• Extensive extra-curricular activities programme
• School squads (football, swimming, netball, basketball, cross country and more)
• Located in the heart of the Remraam community, Dubailand
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 45,400
to: Dirham 64,500

Hartland International School

Hartland is a school where you want to be; as a pupil, a teacher, and as a parent; a place of learning and discovery, a place of creative thinkers and problem solvers, a place of laughter and friendship, a place where each child gets the individual attention that they deserve.
City
Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 43,328
to: Dirham 82,429

Amity International School Abu Dhabi

AIS provides an outstanding international education based on an enhanced British curriculum.
• AIS is located on a state of the art 15 acre campus, very close to Yas Island. This unique location allows AIS to offer extensive sports and arts facilities. All students are encouraged to discover and develop their talents both during the school day and by taking part in AIS numerous co-curricular activities and sports clubs. AIS has a wide range of water sports such as sailing, Sailing, Kayaking, Paddle-boarding and Multi-water sports activities.
Sailing and paddle sports are not only offered as part of our vast co-curricular programme but also built into the academic timetable.
City
Abu Dhabi
Curriculum
British
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: Dirham 47,000
to: Dirham 66,220

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