Outstanding schools in Abu Dhabi
The British International School Abu Dhabi vs Cranleigh Abu Dhabi
Both top-rated, so the real difference is in the fees, curriculum and facilities, laid out side by side below.
The British International School Abu Dhabi vs Cranleigh Abu Dhabi at a glance
- The British International School Abu Dhabi publishes annual fees from AED 54,204 to AED 76,952, against AED 71,500 to AED 105,980 at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, which works out roughly 26% below Cranleigh Abu Dhabi across the fee range.
- For FS1, The British International School Abu Dhabi charges AED 54,204 and Cranleigh Abu Dhabi AED 71,500, so The British International School Abu Dhabi saves AED 17,296 a year at that stage.
- Both teach the British curriculum; The British International School Abu Dhabi additionally offers IB.
- Both admit children from age 3, running through to 18 at the top end.
- The British International School Abu Dhabi is the longer-established of the two, founded in 2009, with Cranleigh Abu Dhabi following in 2014.
- Location wise, The British International School Abu Dhabi sits in Zayed City and Cranleigh Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Island, so the school run may decide it.
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| The British International School Abu Dhabi | Cranleigh Abu Dhabi | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Zayed City, Abu Dhabi | Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Curriculum | British, IB | British |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (ADEK) | Outstanding (ADEK) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 54,204 - 76,952 /yr | AED 71,500 - 105,980 /yr |
| Ages / years | 3 - 18 years | 3 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 2009 | 2014 |
| Facilities | 11 listed | 14 listed |
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