Al Maaref American School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Baghdad Street, Al Qusais 1, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
14 ProgrammesKG 1
1 year / Pre-Primary
Kindergarten 1 — Early Years American curriculum programme.
KG 2
1 year / Pre-Primary
Kindergarten 2 — Early Years American curriculum programme.
Grade 1
1 year / Primary
Grade 1 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
Grade 2
1 year / Primary
Grade 2 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
Grade 3
1 year / Primary
Grade 3 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
Grade 4
1 year / Primary
Grade 4 — Elementary level, American curriculum.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
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 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| 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
Curriculum
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.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
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.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
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.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
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.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Separate biology, chemistry, and physics labs for hands-on experiments.
Computer Labs
Dedicated computer labs with internet and multimedia resources for digital literacy.
Robotics Lab
Dedicated robotics lab for designing, building, and programming robots.
Library
School library with books and digital resources supporting research and independent study.
Art & Music Rooms
Dedicated art studio for painting, sculpting, and multimedia, plus music room.
Sports & Recreation
Soccer Pitch
Outdoor football pitch for training, PE, and inter-school matches.
Multi-Purpose Sports Hall
Indoor hall for basketball, karate, touch rugby, and other sports activities.
Outdoor Play Areas
Separate KG playground and senior outdoor recreation area.
Health & Welfare
Medical Clinic
On-site clinic staffed per DHA guidelines providing curative and preventive care.
Performance & Events
Multi-Purpose Hall
Assembly and events space for performances, ceremonies, and community events.
Canteen
School canteen providing nutritious meals and social space.
Prayer Room
Dedicated prayer facilities for daily prayers and Islamic observance.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Danielle Aune Pinkerton
Principal
Principal of Al Maaref American School as listed by KHDA. Leads the school's vision for delivering a rigorous American curriculum.
Maydy Farag
KG Principal
Heads the Kindergarten section, overseeing Early Years education for KG1 and KG2 students.
Heba Taja
Elementary Principal & Accreditation Coordinator
Heads the Elementary section (Grades 1-5) and coordinates school accreditation processes.
Dima Alzuhair
Secondary Principal
Heads the Secondary section covering Middle and High School (Grades 6-12).
Amal Daoud
Director of Assessment
Oversees assessment strategies and academic performance tracking across all phases.
Rola Abunamous
CEO/Principal Assistant & Parent Relations
Supports the principal and manages parent relations and community engagement.
Heba Shewikh
Director of Admissions, Marketing & Wellbeing
Leads admissions, marketing, and student wellbeing initiatives.