Ahmadhiyya International School

Maldives, Malé

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The school at a glance

Fees MVR 12,000 - 33,000

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1982

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE

Taught languages Arabic, French, Mandarin, English

Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Ahmadhiyya International School (AIS) in Male' provides education from early years to A-Levels, offering EYFS, Cambridge IGCSE, and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 and is a recognised examination centre for Cambridge O' Levels, Edexcel A' Levels and local SSC/HSE. In 2015, AIS expanded its curriculum to include Arabic, French and Mandarin, strengthening language access alongside Dhivehi as a locally taught language. The campus features 34 well-ventilated classrooms, three science laboratories, a library, an ICT laboratory, air-conditioned multimedia classrooms, an air-conditioned hall for 300 seats, a 45-seat meeting room, a cafeteria and two prayer rooms. Extra-curricular life centers on Music and performance with a school band of 28 players, Creative Arts in Lower Secondary, and a broad range of cultural and language offerings. A strong Prefect Board, Scouts and Cadets, and service-minded clubs foster leadership, teamwork and community engagement. AIS prepares students for global citizenship.

www.ahmadhiyya.edu.mv

5GC5+RHC, Buruzu Magu, Malé, Maldives

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The Essentials

Location

Located in Machchangolhi ward, Malé City, Republic of Maldives. The campus sits on a plot of approximately 12,008 square feet and comprises two buildings with 37 classrooms, a library, ICT lab, science lab, a multipurpose hall, a play area, and additional facilities. The contact address is Buruzu Magu, Male' 20178, Republic of Maldives.

Stages

Baby Nursery & Nursery; Pre Primary; Primary; Lower Secondary; O' Levels; A' Levels

Country affiliation

Republic of Maldives

Religious affiliation

Islam

School day structure

School session timings vary by grade. Main sessions run from early morning (as early as 6:50–6:55 AM) to early afternoon, with Nursery and early years having later start times and Evening Classes from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

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Fees

Application & Registration Fees

- Registration / application fee (non‑refundable): MVR 250.
- Grade 11–12 specific admission charges: a non‑refundable registration fee of MVR 200; for non‑sponsored students an additional non‑refundable admission fee of MVR 2,500 and a first‑month school fee of MVR 2,750 payable at admission.

Tuition fees by year group (stated as monthly charges; per‑term and annual conversions shown below)

- LKG / UKG: MVR 1,000 per month. Per term (assuming a 3‑term academic year with equal term lengths): MVR 4,000 per term (MVR 1,000 × 4 months per term). Annual (12 months): MVR 12,000.

- Starters (Grade 1–2): MVR 1,200 per month. Per term (assumed 4 months): MVR 4,800 per term. Annual (12 months): MVR 14,400.

- Movers (Grade 3–4): MVR 1,200 per month. Per term: MVR 4,800. Annual (12 months): MVR 14,400.

- Flyers (Grade 5–6): MVR 1,200 per month. Per term: MVR 4,800. Annual (12 months): MVR 14,400.

- O/L Preparation (Grade 7–8): MVR 1,200 per month. Per term: MVR 4,800. Annual (12 months): MVR 14,400.

- Senior / A‑Level (Grade 11–12): the admission paperwork specifies a first‑month fee of MVR 2,750 for Grade 11–12 (this is the stated first‑month school fee at admission for these grades); use this value as the monthly reference for Grade 11–12. Per term (assumed 4 months): MVR 11,000. Annual (12 months): MVR 33,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are billed/collected at the school's fee counter in the Budget Section; a slip showing the Admission Fee + First month fee is issued at enrollment and payment is made at the fee counter.
- Monthly payment cycle is used (tuition shown as monthly amounts). A late‑payment fine of MVR 100 per month is charged if school fees are paid after the 10th of the respective month.
- Attendance rule: where a student's attendance for a month is below 80% the student may be charged a specified monthly rate (documented example: MVR 1,370 for that month).
- Fee counter operating / revised timings are published by the school for in‑person payments.

Boarding / hostel fees

- No boarding or hostel fees are listed; the school's published material describes standard day‑school enrolment and does not present boarding/hostel provision or boarding charges.

Other costs and ancillary fees

- Uniform and stationery: uniform details and a stationery voucher are issued after admission and payment; costs for uniform and stationery are charged separately at the point of issuance. An initial payment at application/enrolment is described as including a one‑month (non‑refundable) course fee plus the registration fee.
- Evening / tuition‑by‑subject classes: registration fee for evening classes for current school students is shown as MVR 250 (non‑refundable) and the per‑subject fee for evening Grade 10 / O‑Level classes is shown as MVR 500 per subject for school students (different rates apply to external/non‑school students).

Refunds and cancellation charges

- Registration and admission fees are non‑refundable. A cancellation fine of MVR 1,500 is charged if admission is cancelled before completion of the academic year; the school withholds the issuance of the School Leaving Certificate until outstanding fines are paid.

Fee payment options

- Payment is made in person at the school fee counter (Budget Section). The school's admissions and enrolment instructions direct parents to pay fees at the fee counter; specific online, bank‑transfer or card payment methods are not listed in the enrollment/admissions material.

Notes:
- Tuition figures are published as monthly amounts; the per‑term and annual totals above are shown by converting the stated monthly figures (per‑term totals use a conventional three‑term academic year with equal term lengths as reflected in the school's academic calendar).

Academics

Curriculum

AIS serves students aged 3 to 18. Cambridge IGCSE and O' Levels are offered, with the SSC locally administered. A' Levels were added in 2009 under Edexcel, and AIS prepares students for the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSE) in Dhivehi and Islamic Studies. AIS is a recognised examination centre for Cambridge O' Levels, Edexcel A' Levels and local SSC/HSE. In 2015 the curriculum expanded to include Arabic, French and Mandarin. The school offers Baby Nursery through A Levels, with programmes developed from early years through lower secondary to support progression to O' Levels and A' Levels.

Exam Results

Achievements show long-standing excellence in Cambridge O'Level, IGCSE, and SSC exams, with AIS frequently ranking among Maldives' top schools. Five-subject pass rates have been high, with figures such as 97% in 2010, and consistently in the mid-90s in recent years (e.g., 95.05% in 2019 and 95.93% in 2024). The school has earned National Top Ten and World Top Ten placements across O' Levels and A' Levels, including top ranks in English, Accounting, and Business Studies in multiple years. AIS has been recognised for high Academic Performance scores and has served as an examination centre for Cambridge O' Levels, Edexcel A' Levels, and SSC/HSE.

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Admissions

Applicants must provide documentation indicating successful completion of the most recent level, and the school reviews the last three years' final report cards/academic results on submission of the application documents. Age at commencement is considered for grade eligibility; exceptions are reviewed by the Principal's Office on a case-by-case basis, and an interview may be conducted to confirm the grade placement. Intakes occur in January for Baby Nursery, Nursery, LKG, UKG, Grade 8, Grade 9, and Grade 10, and in June for Grade 11 and Grade 12. Stepwise admission process: 1) the student shows the report card with marks from the last term; 2) National ID Card and a photocopy; 3) age verification according to the stated criteria; 4) birth certificate and a photocopy; 5) documents verified; 6) marks verified to determine if they meet admission criteria, with an eligibility test if necessary; 7) the Admission Form is issued; 8) submit the Admission Form with photocopies of the previous school's report card, National ID, Birth Certificate, and Leaving Certificate from the previous school; 9) the office assigns an index number and the class the student could join; 10) a slip detailing the Admission Fee + First Month Fee is issued; 11) fees are paid at the Fee Counter in Budget Section; 12) a receipt is issued; 13) present the receipt in the office; 14) uniform details and stationery voucher are provided.

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FAQs

What age range does Ahmadhiyya International School (AIS) cater to?

AIS serves students aged 3 to 18, from Baby Nursery through A Levels. The school is structured to support progression from early years all the way to pre-university level.

Where is AIS located and what is the campus like?

AIS is located in the Machchangolhi ward of Male', Maldives, at Buruzu Magu, 20178. The campus covers about 12,008 square feet across two buildings with 37 classrooms, a library, ICT and science labs, a multipurpose hall, a play area, and additional facilities.

What curriculum does AIS offer and is it co-educational?

AIS offers Cambridge IGCSE and O' Levels, Edexcel A' Levels, and the local SSC/HSE. Arabic, French and Mandarin were added in 2015, and AIS operates as a co-educational school.

What are the tuition costs and how are fees billed at AIS?

Tuition is shown as monthly charges by year group; for example, LKG/UKG is 1,000 MVR per month, and Senior/A‑Level admission has a first-month fee of 2,750 MVR. Fees are billed at the school's Budget Section, with a late payment fine of 100 MVR per month and attendance adjustments if monthly attendance drops below 80%. Annual totals are calculated from the monthly rates.

What are the admission charges and the process to enroll?

The non-refundable Registration/Application fee is 250 MVR. For Grade 11–12, there is a non-refundable registration fee of 200 MVR, an admission fee of 2,500 MVR, and a first-month fee of 2,750 MVR at admission. The admissions process involves multiple steps, including document verification, eligibility checks, and an issued Admission Form and fee slip.

What is AIS's refund and cancellation policy?

Registration and admission fees are non-refundable. If admission is cancelled before the academic year ends, a cancellation fine of 1,500 MVR applies, and the School Leaving Certificate is withheld until all outstanding fines are paid.

Which exams does AIS support and where are the exam centres?

AIS is a recognised examination centre for Cambridge O' Levels, Edexcel A' Levels, Cambridge IGCSE, and local SSC/HSE. The school prepares students for Cambridge O' Levels, Cambridge IGCSE, and Edexcel A' Levels with the local SSC/HSE administered locally.

How have AIS students performed in examinations recently?

AIS has a strong exam track record, with five-subject pass rates typically in the mid-90s to high-90s (e.g., 95.05% in 2019 and 95.93% in 2024). The school has earned National Top Ten and World Top Ten placements in O' Levels and A' Levels, including top results in English, Accounting and Business Studies.

How is the curriculum structured to support progression to O' Levels and A' Levels?

AIS runs programs from Baby Nursery through A Levels to support progression to O' Levels and A' Levels. Lower Secondary follows a NIE-designed syllabus with English as the medium of instruction, and Arabic, French and Mandarin were added in 2015.

What facilities does AIS have on campus?

The campus includes 34 classrooms, three science laboratories, a library, and a fully equipped ICT laboratory. There is a 300-seat air-conditioned hall, a 45-seat meeting room, two AV rooms, air-conditioned multimedia classrooms, a cafeteria, and two prayer rooms (one for boys and one for girls).

Are there spaces for events and performances at AIS?

Yes. The 300-seat hall supports large gatherings and performances, while the on-site music facilities and dedicated spaces support various student presentations and performances.

Does AIS provide on-site libraries and technology facilities?

Yes. AIS has an on-site library, three science laboratories, an ICT lab, two AV rooms, and air-conditioned multimedia classrooms/labs to support technology-enabled learning.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available at AIS?

AIS offers a broad range of activities including Scouts & Guides, Cadets & Band, and clubs such as Business, Science, Environment, Quran and Art. The school band has about 28 students and performs publicly.

How is student leadership structured at AIS?

AIS runs a Prefect Board with about 145 prefects (107 senior prefects and 30 executive board members), providing a platform for student leadership and governance alongside other student life activities.

Are there community service and cultural activities at AIS?

Yes. AIS emphasizes socially responsible citizenship through clubs and activities that engage with the wider community and Maldivian culture, fostering a global-minded outlook.

How does AIS support social and emotional development?

AIS integrates character education into its curriculum and maintains a structured program of extracurricular activities to support social and emotional well-being and personal development.

Does AIS offer language options or EAL support for international students?

AIS offers language courses in Arabic, French and Mandarin, with English taught as the medium of instruction in Lower Secondary. These languages can support multilingual learners and cultural diversity on campus.

What about safeguarding and student wellbeing at AIS?

Mental wellbeing is part of AIS's approach to student welfare, with a focus on personal well-being and a supportive school culture; however, safeguarding details are not specified in the available information.

Is AIS a boarding school?

AIS operates as a day school; there is no boarding or hostel provision listed in the information provided.

Are uniforms required at AIS and what do they include?

Uniforms are required and are organized by gender and grade level. There are separate uniforms for younger and older students, with a scarf/buruga option for girls and a dedicated uniform for A' Level students.

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