Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
P.O. Box 5505, Al Bustan, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
1 year / Cambridge Early Years
Cambridge Early Years for ages 3-4. Play-based EYFS learning across the seven areas of learning.
1 year / Cambridge Early Years
Cambridge Early Years for ages 4-5. Early literacy and numeracy ahead of the primary phase.
1 year / Cambridge Primary
Cambridge International Primary for ages 5-6: English, Mathematics and Science with Arabic.
1 year / Cambridge Primary
Cambridge Primary for ages 6-7, consolidating core skills.
1 year / Cambridge Primary
Cambridge Primary for ages 7-8 with progression tests.
1 year / Cambridge Primary
Cambridge Primary for ages 8-9.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KG1 | Cambridge Early Years | 3-4 | 17,000 | 13,700 |
| KG2 | Cambridge Early Years | 4-5 | 17,000 | 13,700 |
| Grade 1 | Cambridge Primary | 5-6 | 18,800 | 14,500 |
| Grade 2 | Cambridge Primary | 6-7 | 19,700 | 14,500 |
| Grade 3 | Cambridge Primary | 7-8 | 19,700 | 14,500 |
| Grade 4 | Cambridge Primary | 8-9 | 21,200 | 16,100 |
| Grade 5 | Cambridge Primary | 9-10 | 22,400 | 16,100 |
| Grade 6 | Cambridge Lower Secondary | 10-11 | 22,400 | - |
| Grade 7 | Cambridge Lower Secondary | 11-12 | 22,400 | - |
| Grade 8 | Cambridge Lower Secondary | 12-13 | 22,400 | - |
| Grade 9 | Cambridge IGCSE | 13-14 | 22,400 | - |
| Grade 10 | Cambridge IGCSE | 14-15 | 23,000 | - |
| Grade 11 | AS & A Level / BTEC | 15-16 | 23,000 | - |
| Grade 12 | AS & A Level / BTEC | 16-17 | 23,000 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
Two figures are published per grade: the MOE-approved fee and a discounted rate. Discounted tuition is about AED 13,700 in Kindergarten, AED 14,500 in Grade 1, AED 14,500 in Grades 2-3, AED 16,100 in Grades 4-5, roughly AED 16,800-20,000 in Grades 6-9 and AED 21,500-23,000 in Grades 10-12. Payment is via the school Cashier, online (Orison) or bank transfer. Contact admissions for registration fees, sibling discounts and transport.
At the school Cashier's Office, online via Orison, or bank transfer.
Exam Board
Cambridge Assessment International Education - Cambridge Early Years, Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE and AS/A Level, plus Pearson Edexcel BTEC International Level 3 (Business and Applied Science).
Language
English
Assessment
Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary progression tests and Checkpoint examinations, then Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9-10) and AS/A Levels with BTEC pathways (Grades 11-12).
Teachers
Cambridge-trained teaching staff led by Principal Hussaina Begum Noor Sherieff (Principal since 2021).
The UK Early Years Foundation Stage delivered through the Cambridge Early Years programme: learning through play across the seven areas of learning.
Teaching Approach
Play-based early learning with structured progression toward primary.
The Cambridge International Primary Programme building English, Mathematics and Science, with UAE-mandated Arabic and Islamic Education and Cambridge progression tests and Checkpoint.
Teaching Approach
Subject teaching with Cambridge progression tests and Primary Checkpoint.
The Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme with full subject specialism, ending with Cambridge Checkpoint and preparing students for IGCSE.
Teaching Approach
Specialist teaching with Cambridge Checkpoint assessments.
Dedicated Inclusion and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, with a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing.
The Bloomington Academy admits students from KG1 to Grade 12 on a first-come, first-served basis, following an age-appropriate assessment.
Book an Assessment
Schedule an appointment with the Admissions Office (one day in advance) for an age-appropriate assessment.
Complete the Application
Complete the admission form with the required documents and submit it to the Admissions Officer.
Assessment
Sit the age-appropriate assessment for the relevant grade.
Offer & Enrolment
Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis; accept and complete enrolment.
September Intake
September (annually)
Main intake for KG1 to Grade 12.
First-Come, First-Served
Subject to availability
Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; apply early.
Payment is via the school Cashier, online (Orison) or bank transfer; discounted rates apply for on-time payment.
The first British-curriculum school in Ajman, established in 2014 under The Lazar Group in Al Bustan. A diverse single-site campus serving more than 1,400 students from over 65 nationalities speaking around 25 languages - the only school in the emirate with a full continuum from the UK Early Years to Cambridge AS and A Levels.
Specialist laboratories for the sciences.
ICT and STEAM laboratories for digital and design learning.
A central library supporting reading and research.
Specialist art rooms.
Dedicated music rooms.
A multi-purpose hall for physical education, assemblies and events.
On-site medical clinic.
Dedicated prayer rooms.
Cambridge-trained international teaching staff.
Principal
Principal of The Bloomington Academy since 2021, leading the Cambridge British-curriculum school from the Early Years through to A Level.
Hussaina Begum Noor Sherieff has been Principal since 2021.
P.O. Box 5505, Al Bustan, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
The Bloomington Academy
AED 13,700 - 23,000/yr