Outstanding schools in Abu Dhabi
The British School Al Khubairat 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 School Al Khubairat vs Merryland International School at a glance
- The British School Al Khubairat publishes annual fees from AED 45,560 to AED 74,560, against AED 26,200 to AED 46,620 at Merryland International School, which works out roughly 65% above Merryland International School across the fee range.
- Both teach the British curriculum.
- The British School Al Khubairat starts younger, admitting from age 3 against age 4 at Merryland International School.
- The British School Al Khubairat is the longer-established of the two, founded in 1968, with Merryland International School following in 1978.
- Location wise, The British School Al Khubairat sits in Al Mushrif and Merryland International School in Mussafah, so the school run may decide it.
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| The British School Al Khubairat | Merryland International School | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi | Mussafah, Abu Dhabi |
| Curriculum | British | British |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (ADEK) | Outstanding (ADEK) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 45,560 - 74,560 /yr | AED 26,200 - 46,620 /yr |
| Ages / years | 3 - 18 years | 4 - 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 1968 | 1978 |
| Facilities | 11 listed | 9 listed |
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