Outstanding schools in Abu Dhabi
Merryland International School vs Muna British Academy
Both top-rated, so the real difference is in the fees, curriculum and facilities, laid out side by side below.
Merryland International School vs Muna British Academy at a glance
- Merryland International School publishes annual fees from AED 26,200 to AED 46,620, against AED 52,973 to AED 58,800 at Muna British Academy, which works out roughly 35% below Muna British Academy across the fee range.
- Both teach the British curriculum.
- Muna British Academy 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 Muna British Academy following in 2009.
- Location wise, Merryland International School sits in Mussafah and Muna British Academy in Saadiyat Island, so the school run may decide it.
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| Merryland International School | Muna British Academy | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Mussafah, Abu Dhabi | Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi |
| Curriculum | British | British |
| Inspection rating | Outstanding (ADEK) | Outstanding (ADEK) |
| Tuition (per year) | AED 26,200 - 46,620 /yr | AED 52,973 - 58,800 /yr |
| Ages / years | 4 - 18 years | 3 - 12 years |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed |
| Established | 1978 | 2009 |
| Facilities | 9 listed | 11 listed |
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