Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
27 35A Street, Al Mankhool, Bur Dubai, Dubai, UAE
1 year / EYP
Early Years Programme for ages 3–4. Inquiry- and play-based learning developing communication, physical and social-emotional skills in a safe, inclusive environment.
1 year / EYP
Early Years Programme for ages 4–5. Building independence, early literacy and numeracy through play and structured exploration, preparing children for the PYP.
1 year / EYP/PYP
Transitional year for ages 5–6, bridging the Early Years and the Primary Years Programme with increasing academic structure.
1 year / PYP
Primary Years Programme for ages 6–7. Inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning developing compassionate, knowledgeable and inquisitive learners.
1 year / PYP
Primary Years Programme for ages 7–8. Deepening inquiry skills and subject knowledge through concept-driven Units of Inquiry.
1 year / PYP
Primary Years Programme for ages 8–9. Building critical thinking and research skills across transdisciplinary themes.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 / Pre-KG | Early Years | 3-4 | 65,000 | 45,000 |
| FS2 / KG1 | Early Years | 4-5 | 65,000 | 50,000 |
| Year 1 / KG2 | Early Years | 5-6 | 65,000 | 55,000 |
| Year 2 / Grade 1 | PYP | 6-7 | 75,000 | 59,000 |
| Year 3 / Grade 2 | PYP | 7-8 | 75,000 | 59,000 |
| Year 4 / Grade 3 | PYP | 8-9 | 75,000 | 59,000 |
| Year 5 / Grade 4 | PYP | 9-10 | 75,000 | 59,000 |
| Year 6 / Grade 5 | PYP | 10-11 | 85,000 | 59,000 |
| Year 7 / Grade 6 | MYP | 11-12 | 85,000 | 69,000 |
| Year 8 / Grade 7 | MYP | 12-13 | 85,000 | 69,000 |
| Year 9 / Grade 8 | MYP | 13-14 | 85,000 | 69,000 |
| Year 10 / Grade 9 | MYP | 14-15 | 95,000 | - |
| Year 11 / Grade 10 | MYP | 15-16 | 95,000 | - |
| Year 12 / Grade 11 | Diploma / Career-Led | 16-17 | 95,000 | - |
| Year 13 / Grade 12 | Diploma / Career-Led | 17-18 | 95,000 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
KHDA-approved 2026/27 tuition is shown, with discounted founding-family rates for 2026/27 (see the per-grade table). Sibling discounts apply to tuition only for 2026/27 and are not given on the eldest child. Bus transport via G1 Transport Services: Dubai AED 6,720 one-way and AED 8,400 both ways; Sharjah AED 13,200 both ways — charged over ten months across three terms. French or Spanish is offered from Grade 5, and English Language Learning (ELL) support runs from KG2 to Grade 11.
Non-refundable registration fee per student, payable at the time of application.
Exam Board
International Baccalaureate (IB) — Candidate School for the PYP and MYP
Language
English
Assessment
MYP uses digital assessments and ePortfolios. Entry assessment is age-appropriate: Observation for FS1/Pre-KG to Year 6/Grade 5; school reports and CAT4 for Year 7/Grade 6 to Year 11/Grade 10; reports, CAT4 and a meeting with the Coordinator or Principal for Year 12–13 (Grade 11–12).
Languages Offered
French, Spanish
The cornerstone of education at AIAM — inquiry-based and play-based learning in a safe, inclusive environment that nurtures intellectual, social, emotional and physical development.
Teaching Approach
Inquiry-based and play-based learning through exploration and discovery.
A clear progression of learning across language, mathematics, science and social studies, developing critical thinking, curiosity and a purposeful mindset through real-world application.
Teaching Approach
Transdisciplinary, concept-driven Units of Inquiry.
Inquiry-based learning with global perspectives and community service, nurturing active, globally aware learners who lead with empathy.
Teaching Approach
Inquiry-based with digital assessments and ePortfolios; French or Spanish offered from Grade 5.
A three-wave model supports Students of Determination: universal classroom differentiation, targeted Individual Action and Behaviour Support Plans, and specialist Individual Education Plans with external therapy — led by counsellors, support teachers and Learning Support Assistants. A High Potential Learners (HPL) programme nurtures curiosity, creativity, leadership and excellence. AIA Mankhool is a Unified Champion School.
Principal
Principal of AIA Mankhool with over 30 years of teaching and leadership experience across Ireland, the UK and the UAE, specialising in the IB programmes. Previously at Jumeirah English Speaking School, GEMS Wellington International School, Deira International School and Swiss International Scientific School Dubai. Holds a B.Ed from Trinity College Dublin and a Master of Educational Leadership from the University of Bath.
Vice Principal & Head of Secondary
Vice Principal and Head of Secondary, bringing extensive international leadership experience from schools across the UK, Europe and the UAE, including Head of Secondary, Vice Principal and Deputy Head (Academic) roles; previously Head of Secondary (Middle School) at Swiss International Scientific School Dubai. Specialises in school improvement, curriculum development, and teaching and learning, with a focus on balancing academic rigour and student wellbeing.
Head of Primary
Head of Primary with over 15 years of experience across UK and IB schools, known for strategic leadership and assessment-informed practice. Previously at Raffles World Academy. Holds a BA in History (University of Wolverhampton), a PGCE with QTS (University of Worcester) and the NPQSL.
Head of Early Years
Head of Early Years with over 15 years of international leadership experience and a passion for nurturing, play-based environments. Previously at North London Collegiate School (Singapore), Brighton College (UK) and Harrow International School (Shanghai). Holds an MA in Teaching & Learning (Lancaster University), a BA in Early Years Education with QTS (Edge Hill University) and the NPQSL.
Ambassador International Academy Mankhool
AED 65,000 - 95,000/yr