Tuition at Al Ain British Academy runs from AED 42,320-63,400 per academic year in Al Ain. The full breakdown by year group is below, along with registration, discounts and the other charges the school publishes.
All fees in AED per academic year, across 15 year groups.
| Year Group | Stage | Ages | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | Foundation Stage | 3-4 | AED 42,320 |
| FS2 | Foundation Stage | 4-5 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 1 | Primary | 5-6 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 2 | Primary | 6-7 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 3 | Primary | 7-8 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 4 | Primary | 8-9 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 5 | Primary | 9-10 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 6 | Primary | 10-11 | AED 43,780 |
| Year 7 | Secondary | 11-12 | AED 53,640 |
| Year 8 | Secondary | 12-13 | AED 53,640 |
| Year 9 | Secondary | 13-14 | AED 57,480 |
| Year 10 | Secondary | 14-15 | AED 63,400 |
| Year 11 | Secondary | 15-16 | AED 63,400 |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form | 16-17 | AED 63,400 |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form | 17-18 | AED 63,400 |
ADEK approved tuition for 2026/27 is unchanged from 2025/26, as published on the school's fee page. The school's own Fee Policy sets its charged fees out as a "discounted tuition fee" against the ADEK approved rate: ADEK's letter of 18 April 2026 caps fees at AED 43,330 for preschool rising to AED 64,910 for Years 10-13, and the school charges below that ceiling at every year group. Tuition excludes uniform, food services, transport, examination fees and extra-curricular activities outside school hours. Bus transport is AED 5,000 per year for a return journey, operated by Emirates Transport and subject to change pending ADEK approval. External examinations carry a 15% administration fee on top of the exam board fees. Most teacher-led extra-curricular activities are free and included in tuition; those led by external providers are paid to the provider directly. Uniforms are bought online or at Magrudy, Bawadi Mall.
A registration fee, not a deposit: ADEK prohibits schools from taking any financial guarantee or deposit to enrol a child, and caps registration fees at 5% of annual tuition, deductible from it. Payable within 7 days of accepting the offer and credited against the final term's tuition. Per the school's 2026/2027 Fee Policy it is refundable for new students given written notice at least two weeks before the academic year starts. Returning students pay a re-registration fee of 5% on the same terms, refundable on written notice by 30 June.
Three instalments (Term 1 40%, Term 2 30%, Term 3 30%), due 1 August, 1 December and 1 March. A full-year invoice can be requested instead, due 1 August.
Aldar Live mobile app, online payment link, bank transfer, cheque or credit card. Cash is not accepted. 0% instalment plans are available on credit cards from FAB, ADIB and ENBD.
Awarded in five categories: Academic Achievement, Sports, Innovation & Digital Technology, Creative & Performing Arts, and Arabic Studies. Open to NEW students entering Year 9 (Grade 8) and above, who must first be offered a place at the school; apply for the place and the scholarship together. The reduction runs until graduation. Recipients must maintain a minimum A grade average and 95% annual attendance, and take an active part in school life. Limited seats each year.
Al Ain British Academy charges AED 42,320-63,400 per academic year for 2026/27, across 15 year groups. FS1 is AED 42,320 and Year 13 is AED 63,400.
Al Ain British Academy charges 5% of annual tuition (registration fee). A registration fee, not a deposit: ADEK prohibits schools from taking any financial guarantee or deposit to enrol a child, and caps registration fees at 5% of annual tuition, deductible from it. Payable within 7 days of accepting the offer and credited against the final term's tuition. Per the school's 2026/2027 Fee Policy it is refundable for new students given written notice at least two weeks before the academic year starts. Returning students pay a re-registration fee of 5% on the same terms, refundable on written notice by 30 June.
Yes. Sibling discount (3rd child): 10%. Sibling discount (4th child): 15%. Sibling discount (5th child): 20%. Referral: 4% of annual tuition earned back by the introducing family (T&Cs apply).
ADEK approved tuition for 2026/27 is unchanged from 2025/26, as published on the school's fee page. The school's own Fee Policy sets its charged fees out as a "discounted tuition fee" against the ADEK approved rate: ADEK's letter of 18 April 2026 caps fees at AED 43,330 for preschool rising to AED 64,910 for Years 10-13, and the school charges below that ceiling at every year group. Tuition excludes uniform, food services, transport, examination fees and extra-curricular activities outside school hours. Bus transport is AED 5,000 per year for a return journey, operated by Emirates Transport and subject to change pending ADEK approval. External examinations carry a 15% administration fee on top of the exam board fees. Most teacher-led extra-curricular activities are free and included in tuition; those led by external providers are paid to the provider directly. Uniforms are bought online or at Magrudy, Bawadi Mall.
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