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The Bloomington Academy

Al Bustan, Ajman
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School
CurriculumBritish
GenderMixed
Age Range3 - 18 years
Established2014
Facilities8
AdmissionOpen
CurriculumBritish
GenderMixed
Age Range3 - 18 years
Established2014
Facilities8
AdmissionOpen

About

The Bloomington Academy (TBAC) is the first British-curriculum school in Ajman, established in 2014 under The Lazar Group in the Al Bustan neighbourhood. It is the only school in the emirate offering a full continuum from the UK Early Years Foundation Stage through to Cambridge AS and A Levels, delivering Cambridge programmes at every stage - Cambridge Early Years, International Primary, Lower Secondary and IGCSE - alongside Pearson BTEC International Level 3 vocational diplomas in Business and Applied Science. A genuinely diverse single-site campus, TBAC is home to more than 1,400 students from over 65 nationalities speaking around 25 languages, and is led by Principal Hussaina Begum Noor Sherieff. The school is accredited by Cambridge and Pearson and holds British Schools Overseas (BSO) accreditation.
Since 2014First British School in Ajman
EYFS to A-LevelFull Cambridge Continuum
65+ Nationalities1,400+ Students, 25 Languages
BSO AccreditedCambridge & Pearson
IGCSE & BTECAcademic + Vocational Pathways

Languages Taught

English, Arabic

Phone

+971 6 747 8780

Email

contactus@thebloomingtonacademy.com

Website

thebloomingtonacademy.com

Address

P.O. Box 5505, Al Bustan, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

Programmes Offered

14 Programmes
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KG1

1 year / Cambridge Early Years

AED 17,000/yr

Cambridge Early Years for ages 3-4. Play-based EYFS learning across the seven areas of learning.

KG2

1 year / Cambridge Early Years

AED 17,000/yr

Cambridge Early Years for ages 4-5. Early literacy and numeracy ahead of the primary phase.

Grade 1

1 year / Cambridge Primary

AED 18,800/yr

Cambridge International Primary for ages 5-6: English, Mathematics and Science with Arabic.

Grade 2

1 year / Cambridge Primary

AED 19,700/yr

Cambridge Primary for ages 6-7, consolidating core skills.

Grade 3

1 year / Cambridge Primary

AED 19,700/yr

Cambridge Primary for ages 7-8 with progression tests.

Grade 4

1 year / Cambridge Primary

AED 21,200/yr

Cambridge Primary for ages 8-9.

Tuition Fees 2026/27

All fees in AED per academic year

GradeKey StageAgesKHDA FeeSchool Fee
KG1Cambridge Early Years3-417,00013,700
KG2Cambridge Early Years4-517,00013,700
Grade 1Cambridge Primary5-618,80014,500
Grade 2Cambridge Primary6-719,70014,500
Grade 3Cambridge Primary7-819,70014,500
Grade 4Cambridge Primary8-921,20016,100
Grade 5Cambridge Primary9-1022,40016,100
Grade 6Cambridge Lower Secondary10-1122,400-
Grade 7Cambridge Lower Secondary11-1222,400-
Grade 8Cambridge Lower Secondary12-1322,400-
Grade 9Cambridge IGCSE13-1422,400-
Grade 10Cambridge IGCSE14-1523,000-
Grade 11AS & A Level / BTEC15-1623,000-
Grade 12AS & A Level / BTEC16-1723,000-
LowestAED 13,700
HighestAED 16,100
AverageAED 14,729

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Child 1

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.

Payment Information

Payment Methods

At the school Cashier's Office, online via Orison, or bank transfer.

Discounts
Discounted (on-time) tuition
From AED 13,700 in KG vs AED 17,000 approved - see note

Curriculum

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.

Core Subjects

Communication and LanguagePhysical DevelopmentPersonal, Social and Emotional DevelopmentLiteracyMathematicsUnderstanding the WorldExpressive Arts and Design

Specialist Subjects

ArtMusicPhysical Education

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.

Core Subjects

EnglishMathematicsScienceArabicIslamic Education

Specialist Subjects

ICT & STEAMArtMusicPhysical Education

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.

Core Subjects

EnglishMathematicsScienceArabicIslamic EducationSocial Studies

Specialist Subjects

ICT & STEAMArtPhysical Education

Inclusion & Special Educational Needs

Dedicated Inclusion and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support, with a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing.

Admissions & Entry Requirements

The Bloomington Academy admits students from KG1 to Grade 12 on a first-come, first-served basis, following an age-appropriate assessment.

How to Apply

1

Book an Assessment

Schedule an appointment with the Admissions Office (one day in advance) for an age-appropriate assessment.

2

Complete the Application

Complete the admission form with the required documents and submit it to the Admissions Officer.

3

Assessment

Sit the age-appropriate assessment for the relevant grade.

4

Offer & Enrolment

Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis; accept and complete enrolment.

Intake Dates

September Intake

September (annually)

Main intake for KG1 to Grade 12.

Key Deadlines

First-Come, First-Served

Subject to availability

Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; apply early.

Required Documents

Passport copies
Emirates ID / residence visa copies
Birth certificate
Recent school reports
Immunisation records
Transfer certificate (older year groups)

Admissions Office

+971 6 747 8780contactus@thebloomingtonacademy.comWebsite

Payment is via the school Cashier, online (Orison) or bank transfer; discounted rates apply for on-time payment.

Facilities

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.

Campus TypeSingle-site urban campus

Academic

Science Laboratories

Specialist laboratories for the sciences.

ICT & STEAM Labs

ICT and STEAM laboratories for digital and design learning.

Central Library

A central library supporting reading and research.

Art Rooms

Specialist art rooms.

Music Rooms

Dedicated music rooms.

Sports & Recreation

Multi-Purpose Hall

A multi-purpose hall for physical education, assemblies and events.

Support Services

Medical Clinic

On-site medical clinic.

Prayer Rooms

Dedicated prayer rooms.

Transport

School Bus ServiceAvailable
Drop-off / Pick-upAvailable

Extracurricular Activities

Sports HousesFootballBasketballMusicArtSTEAM ClubCommunity ServiceAfter-School Activities

Staffing & Leadership

Students1400
Students1400

Cambridge-trained international teaching staff.

Senior Leadership

HS

Hussaina Begum Noor Sherieff

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.

Location

P.O. Box 5505, Al Bustan, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

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The Bloomington Academy

AED 13,700 - 23,000/yr