Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Baghdad Street, Al Qusais 1, Dubai, UAE
1 year / Pre-Primary
Kindergarten 1 — Early Years American curriculum programme.
1 year / Pre-Primary
Kindergarten 2 — Early Years American curriculum programme.
1 year / Primary
Grade 1 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
1 year / Primary
Grade 2 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
1 year / Primary
Grade 3 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
1 year / Primary
Grade 4 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KG 1 | KG | 4-5 | 12,906 | - |
| KG 2 | KG | 5-6 | 12,906 | - |
| Grade 1 | Elementary | 6-7 | 14,750 | - |
| Grade 2 | Elementary | 7-8 | 14,750 | - |
| Grade 3 | Elementary | 8-9 | 14,750 | - |
| Grade 4 | Elementary | 9-10 | 17,326 | - |
| Grade 5 | Elementary | 10-11 | 17,326 | - |
| Grade 6 | Middle | 11-12 | 17,326 | - |
| Grade 7 | Middle | 12-13 | 18,435 | - |
| Grade 8 | Middle | 13-14 | 20,280 | - |
| Grade 9 | High | 14-15 | 22,127 | - |
| Grade 10 | High | 15-16 | 25,811 | - |
| Grade 11 | High | 16-17 | 30,183 | - |
| Grade 12 | High | 17-18 | 37,134 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Early Years programme developing foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills through play-based and exploratory learning. Child-friendly classrooms with dedicated outdoor play areas.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning in child-friendly classrooms. Focus on developing communication, motor skills, and early academic foundations.
American curriculum covering core academics with specialist teaching. Skills 21 Programme develops critical thinking, collaboration, and 21st-century competencies. Science labs provide hands-on experimental learning.
Teaching Approach
Structured instruction aligned with U.S. standards. Skills 21 Programme for research-backed critical skills development. Hands-on science experiments.
Subject specialisation with dedicated departments. Gender-separate sections begin at this level. Robotics lab and computer labs support STEM learning. Students participate in sports festivals, innovation days, and community service.
Teaching Approach
Subject specialisation with dedicated teachers. Gender-separate sections. STEM emphasis through robotics and computer labs.
Multi-storey campus at the junction of Baghdad Street and Amman Street in Al Qusais 1, Dubai. Separate science labs for biology, chemistry, and physics. Dedicated robotics lab. Near Dubai–Sharjah border, close to Dubai International Airport.
Separate biology, chemistry, and physics labs for hands-on experiments.
Dedicated computer labs with internet and multimedia resources for digital literacy.
Dedicated robotics lab for designing, building, and programming robots.
School library with books and digital resources supporting research and independent study.
Dedicated art studio for painting, sculpting, and multimedia, plus music room.
Outdoor football pitch for training, PE, and inter-school matches.
Indoor hall for basketball, karate, touch rugby, and other sports activities.
Separate KG playground and senior outdoor recreation area.
On-site clinic staffed per DHA guidelines providing curative and preventive care.
Assembly and events space for performances, ceremonies, and community events.
School canteen providing nutritious meals and social space.
Dedicated prayer facilities for daily prayers and Islamic observance.
Principal
Principal of Al Maaref American School as listed by KHDA. Leads the school's vision for delivering a rigorous American curriculum.
KG Principal
Heads the Kindergarten section, overseeing Early Years education for KG1 and KG2 students.
Elementary Principal & Accreditation Coordinator
Heads the Elementary section (Grades 1-5) and coordinates school accreditation processes.
Secondary Principal
Heads the Secondary section covering Middle and High School (Grades 6-12).
Director of Assessment
Oversees assessment strategies and academic performance tracking across all phases.
CEO/Principal Assistant & Parent Relations
Supports the principal and manages parent relations and community engagement.
Director of Admissions, Marketing & Wellbeing
Leads admissions, marketing, and student wellbeing initiatives.
Al Maaref American School
AED 12,906 - 37,134/yr