Curated collection
CBSE Schools in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi's CBSE schools follow the Indian national curriculum through to the Grade 10 and 12 board exams, at some of the emirate's most accessible fee levels. Compare below.
19Institutions
4K–27KFee range · AED
Indian CBSE, BritishTop curricula
Abu DhabiMost common emirate
All 19 institutions
Fees at a glance
| School | Curriculum | Annual fees from | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Model Private School | Indian CBSE | AED 4,920 | Good |
| Sunrise English Private School | Indian CBSE | AED 8,100 | Good |
| Shining Star International School | Indian CBSE | AED 8,630 | Good |
| Saint Joseph's School | Indian CBSE | AED 6,650 | Very Good |
| Private International English School (Bhavans) | Indian CBSE | AED 10,800 | Very Good |
| Mayoor Private School | Indian CBSE | AED 18,240 | Very Good |
| International Indian School Abu Dhabi | Indian CBSE | AED 12,220 | Good |
| Indian School Al Ain | Indian CBSE | AED 5,140 | Good |
| Grace Valley Indian School | Indian CBSE | AED 5,340 | Good |
| Global Indian International School Abu Dhabi | Indian CBSE | AED 11,540 | Good |
Fees shown are annual starting tuition from official school fee schedules; ratings come from KHDA, ADEK, SPEA and other regulator publications. Updated 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- How many CBSE schools are there in Abu Dhabi?
- Talem lists 19 CBSE schools in Abu Dhabi. Compare their fees, ADEK ratings and parent reviews side by side.
- Do CBSE schools in Abu Dhabi sit the same board exams as India?
- Yes. Students sit the same CBSE board examinations in Grade 10 and Grade 12 as schools in India, so transfers in either direction are straightforward.
- What do CBSE schools in Abu Dhabi cost?
- CBSE schools are typically the most affordable segment in the emirate, with many under AED 15,000 a year. Every profile shows grade-by-grade fees.