Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Algeria Street (11A), Al Mizhar 1, Dubai, UAE
1 year / Early Years
Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4-5). Play-based learning aligned to American early-years standards with a focus on language, numeracy and social skills.
1 year / Kindergarten
Kindergarten 1 (age 5). California State Standards introduction with early literacy and number work.
1 year / Kindergarten
Kindergarten 2 (age 6). Preparation for Grade 1 with structured phonics, basic mathematics and Arabic introduction.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 1 (age 6-7). Common Core English and Mathematics with Next Generation Science Standards.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 2 (age 7-8). Building reading fluency, addition/subtraction strategies, and the science of everyday phenomena.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 3 (age 8-9). Multi-digit operations, text analysis, and introduction to research skills.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-K | Early Years | 4-5 | 25,944 | - |
| KG 1 | Kindergarten | 5-6 | 26,020 | - |
| KG 2 | Kindergarten | 6-7 | 27,260 | - |
| Grade 1 | Elementary | 6-7 | 28,498 | - |
| Grade 2 | Elementary | 7-8 | 29,739 | - |
| Grade 3 | Elementary | 8-9 | 30,977 | - |
| Grade 4 | Elementary | 9-10 | 32,217 | - |
| Grade 5 | Elementary | 10-11 | 33,454 | - |
| Grade 6 | Middle School | 11-12 | 34,695 | - |
| Grade 7 | Middle School | 12-13 | 37,172 | - |
| Grade 8 | Middle School | 13-14 | 38,410 | - |
| Grade 9 | High School | 14-15 | 45,034 | - |
| Grade 10 | High School | 15-16 | 47,081 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
Additional yearly costs: books and learning resources AED 1,238-2,478 (grade-dependent), uniform AED 605-619, skill-development programmes AED 2,000-3,100, national-agenda parameter assessments AED 1,700-1,920, school ID AED 100 (one-off). Grades 1-2 require a school-issued laptop at AED 2,000 (one-off). Grades 3-10 must provide their own laptop or tablet to the school specification.
One-time, non-refundable. Includes VAT.
Plus the AED 525 application fee, both due on registration. Deducted from the first installment.
Four installments: 10% tuition plus application fee on registration, then three equal post-dated cheques dated 1 August, 1 November and 1 February. Guarantee cheques are not accepted.
Cheque (post-dated), bank transfer, credit/debit card
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — October 2023
Exam Board
California State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, MAP (Measures of Academic Progress)
Language
English
Phonics
Structured early-years phonics aligned to Common Core ELA
Maths Scheme
California Common Core
Assessment
Internal teacher assessment plus MAP external benchmarks. National Agenda Parameter assessments delivered annually.
Languages Offered
Arabic
Early years grounded in play-based learning aligned to American foundation standards. Phonics, early numeracy, social skills and an introduction to Arabic.
Teaching Approach
Mixed teacher-led and inquiry-based lessons. Daily phonics and morning circle, with dedicated specialist teaching for music, art and PE.
California State Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, Next Generation Science Standards in Science. Cambridge-style structured reading programmes alongside Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Teaching Approach
Subject specialists begin to take on science and PE from upper-elementary. MAP assessments three times per year track attainment against US grade-level norms.
Full subject-specialist teaching across English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arabic and Islamic Studies. Pre-algebra in Grade 7 and Algebra I in Grade 8 follow the US college-track sequence.
Teaching Approach
Departmentalised teaching with strong cross-curricular projects. Students take MAP three times yearly, building a longitudinal record.
Welcomes Students of Determination. 60 students of determination enrolled per the 2023 KHDA inspection. Dedicated guidance and counselling support.
Purpose-built campus on Algeria Street, Al Mizhar 1, that opened in September 2009 after the school outgrew its original site. A multi-purpose activities building was added in 2023 to house arts and sports provision plus large-cohort assemblies. The campus sits behind the Arabian Center retail complex and is accessed off Algeria Street (11A).
Outstanding rating for Health and Safety across all phases in the October 2023 KHDA inspection.
Specialist science labs supporting Next Generation Science Standards practicals from elementary through high school.
Stocked library with print and digital resources supporting reading development across all grades.
Dedicated art studio covering drawing, painting, clay, graphic design and textiles.
Specialist music classroom for vocal and instrumental tuition.
Robotics lab supporting the after-school robotics club and integrated STEM projects.
Schoology learning management system with i-Ready and HMH curriculum platforms across grades.
New activities building added in 2023, used for indoor PE, assemblies and inter-class sports.
Outdoor pitch supporting football and athletics across all grades.
On-site pool used for PE lessons and the after-school swimming programme.
Table tennis facility used for both PE and inter-school competition.
On-site cafeteria offering supervised lunches and snacks.
Medical clinic with a registered nurse on site during school hours.
Dedicated provision for Students of Determination and English language learners, including a guidance counsellor.
Largest national group is United States of America. Majority of teaching staff are US- or American-curriculum-trained.
Principal
Principal of Mirdif American School since January 2021. Holds a Master's in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education and leads the academic direction across Pre-K to Grade 10, including the school's NEASC accreditation cycle and the ongoing KHDA improvement agenda.
Mirdif American School
AED 25,944 - 47,081/yr