Outstanding schools in Abu Dhabi
The British International School Abu Dhabi vs Merryland International School
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 Merryland International School at a glance
- The British International School Abu Dhabi publishes annual fees from AED 54,204 to AED 76,952, against AED 26,200 to AED 46,620 at Merryland International School, which works out roughly 80% above Merryland International School across the fee range.
- Both teach the British curriculum; The British International School Abu Dhabi additionally offers IB.
- The British International School Abu Dhabi starts younger, admitting from age 3 against age 4 at Merryland International School.
- Merryland International School is the longer-established of the two, founded in 1978, with The British International School Abu Dhabi following in 2009.
- Location wise, The British International School Abu Dhabi sits in Zayed City and Merryland International School in Mussafah, so the school run may decide it.
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| The British International School Abu Dhabi | Merryland International School | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Zayed City, Abu Dhabi | Mussafah, Abu Dhabi |
| Curriculum | British, IB | British |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (ADEK) | Outstanding (ADEK) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 54,204 - 76,952 /yr | AED 26,200 - 46,620 /yr |
| Ages / years | 3 - 18 years | 4 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 2009 | 1978 |
| Facilities | 11 listed | 9 listed |
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