ADNOC Schools – Sas Al Nakhl

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 28,710 - 54,430

Ages 4 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic, English

Strengths STEM, Sport, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional

Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

ADNOC Sas Al Nakhl in Abu Dhabi delivers an American-based curriculum for ages 4–18, incorporating the Massachusetts Framework with Common Core for Math and English, Next Generation Science Standards for Science, SHAPE PE, and integrated MOE Arabic and Islamic Studies. The high school offers AP courses in the senior year, with PSAT and SAT testing available from grade 10, and Sas Al Nakhl operates as a testing center for nearby schools, supporting college admissions locally and globally. The campus features a library with Dewey Decimal and AACR2, Destiny system and OPAC; science labs (three dry Physics labs and four wet labs) with safety features. Indoor gymnasiums, three swimming pools, three outdoor football pitches, three outdoor basketball courts, a multipurpose room, and on-site security and a clinic. After-school ECAs cover sports, academic enrichment, arts, leadership, and wellbeing; activities run 2:45–3:30 PM with first-come registration. The program develops 21st-century skills and learners.

www.adnoc.sch.ae

Sas al Nakhl, P.O. Box 114124, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The Essentials

Location

ADNOC Schools – Sas Al Nakhl Campus is located in Sas Al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus comprises an Elementary Campus offering KG1 and KG2, and a Female Campus that houses Grades 6–12 (Grades 6–8 and 9–12). There is no separate Male Campus at this branch; Grade 5 students transfer to Grade 6 on other ADNOC School campuses in Ruwais as needed. Bus transport is provided by Emirates Transport for ADNOC Schools, with Abu Dhabi Campus inquiries directed to EmiratesTransportSAN@adnoc.sch.ae.

Stages

Elementary (KG1–KG2) and Secondary (Grades 6–12) on the Sas Al Nakhl Campus; the Female Campus covers Grades 6–12, while a separate Male Campus is not applicable at this branch.

Pupil Nationality Mix

29 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

ADNOC Schools are a fully inclusive academic provider offering special education services in the least restrictive environment; students with mild to moderate disabilities receive appropriate support and interventions in age-appropriate classes.

Country affiliation

United Arab Emirates

School day structure

School days run Monday to Friday. Sas Al Nakhl Campus timings: KG1–KG2 7:45 AM–1:30 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 7:45 AM–11:15 AM (Fridays); Grades 1–12 7:45 AM–2:40 PM (Monday–Thursday) and 7:45 AM–11:30 AM (Fridays).

Bus service

Emirates Transport operates the ADNOC Schools bus network. Abu Dhabi Campus bus inquiries: EmiratesTransportSAN@adnoc.sch.ae; Madinat Zayed: transportationmz@adnoc.sch.ae; Ghayathi: emiratestransportghy@adnoc.sch.ae; Ruwais: emiratestransportrw@adnoc.sch.ae.

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Fees

Application / Registration Fees

- Registration fee (initial, payable after offer): 5% of the annual tuition fee. The registration fee is deductible from the total tuition for the academic year and is non-refundable if not cancelled in writing at least two weeks before the start of the new academic year. Re‑registration for returning students: 5% of the annual tuition; this is deductible from the total tuition and is non-refundable.

2026/27 Tuition, Book and Transportation Fees (annual) — Sas Al Nakhl Campus

- KG1 — Tuition: AED 28,710; Book fee: AED 1,280; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- KG2 — Tuition: AED 30,210; Book fee: AED 1,290; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 1 — Tuition: AED 31,700; Book fee: AED 2,000; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 2 — Tuition: AED 33,210; Book fee: AED 2,020; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 3 — Tuition: AED 35,580; Book fee: AED 2,000; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 4 — Tuition: AED 37,840; Book fee: AED 2,100; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 5 — Tuition: AED 40,080; Book fee: AED 2,100; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 6 — Tuition: AED 43,080; Book fee: AED 2,650; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 7 — Tuition: AED 43,820; Book fee: AED 2,650; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 8 — Tuition: AED 44,690; Book fee: AED 2,650; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 9 — Tuition: AED 45,320; Book fee: AED 2,750; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 10 — Tuition: AED 48,320; Book fee: AED 2,800; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 11 — Tuition: AED 51,320; Book fee: AED 2,780; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.
- Grade 12 — Tuition: AED 54,430; Book fee: AED 2,870; Transportation (optional): AED 5,000.

(All amounts are shown in AED.)

Tuition invoicing: per term amounts (calculated from the school's 10-month charging basis)

Tuition is charged evenly over ten months per academic year. Term invoices are issued as follows: Term 1 covers September–December (4 months); Term 2 covers January–March (3 months); Term 3 covers April–July (3 months). For each grade the term amounts below are calculated from the published annual tuition divided by 10 (monthly rate) multiplied by months in the relevant term.

- KG1 (AED 28,710 per year): Term 1 = AED 11,484; Term 2 = AED 8,613; Term 3 = AED 8,613.
- KG2 (AED 30,210): Term 1 = AED 12,084; Term 2 = AED 9,063; Term 3 = AED 9,063.
- Grade 1 (AED 31,700): Term 1 = AED 12,680; Term 2 = AED 9,510; Term 3 = AED 9,510.
- Grade 2 (AED 33,210): Term 1 = AED 13,284; Term 2 = AED 9,963; Term 3 = AED 9,963.
- Grade 3 (AED 35,580): Term 1 = AED 14,232; Term 2 = AED 10,674; Term 3 = AED 10,674.
- Grade 4 (AED 37,840): Term 1 = AED 15,136; Term 2 = AED 11,352; Term 3 = AED 11,352.
- Grade 5 (AED 40,080): Term 1 = AED 16,032; Term 2 = AED 12,024; Term 3 = AED 12,024.
- Grade 6 (AED 43,080): Term 1 = AED 17,232; Term 2 = AED 12,924; Term 3 = AED 12,924.
- Grade 7 (AED 43,820): Term 1 = AED 17,528; Term 2 = AED 13,146; Term 3 = AED 13,146.
- Grade 8 (AED 44,690): Term 1 = AED 17,876; Term 2 = AED 13,407; Term 3 = AED 13,407.
- Grade 9 (AED 45,320): Term 1 = AED 18,128; Term 2 = AED 13,596; Term 3 = AED 13,596.
- Grade 10 (AED 48,320): Term 1 = AED 19,328; Term 2 = AED 14,496; Term 3 = AED 14,496.
- Grade 11 (AED 51,320): Term 1 = AED 20,528; Term 2 = AED 15,396; Term 3 = AED 15,396.
- Grade 12 (AED 54,430): Term 1 = AED 21,772; Term 2 = AED 16,329; Term 3 = AED 16,329.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual payment option: pay full annual tuition on or before the start of the academic year in August.
- Instalment option: tuition may be paid in three equal instalments according to the school schedule.
- Term invoice timing and due dates: Term 1 invoice (Sept–Dec) due 1 August; Term 2 invoice (Jan–Mar) due 1 December; Term 3 invoice (Apr–Jul) due 1 March.
- Book fees are payable with the Term 1 invoice.
- Tuition invoices are calculated on a 10‑month charging basis (see per‑term amounts above).

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed for Sas Al Nakhl.

Optional transport (bus) and other costs

- School bus (optional) annual fee: AED 5,000 for all grade levels. Bus service must be requested via the Bus Service Request Form and coordinated with the Transportation Officer; bus fees are subject to the school's bus registration procedures.
- Book fees: listed per grade above; payable with Term 1 fees.
- Uniforms: uniforms are available for purchase from Magrudy's (Forsan Central Mall) and online vendors referenced by the school; uniform costs are paid separately to the uniform supplier.
- Returned-cheque and bank charge liabilities: parents are liable for bank charges and must settle returned cheque amounts.

Refund, withdrawal and new-starter / leaver rules

- Registration and re‑registration fees are non-refundable.
- New starters / leavers: if a student attends 1–3 weeks in a term, the school retains the value of one full month of tuition; if attendance is over 3 and up to 6 weeks, the school retains two months of tuition; if attendance is over 6 weeks in a term, the school retains the full term's tuition. Book fees will be charged if already received by the student. Any part of a week is considered a full week; these rules apply to tuition and bus fees.

Fee payment methods and instructions

- Accepted methods: bank deposit / bank transfer to the school bank account; bank cheques; bank payment via the Payit app (First Abu Dhabi Bank).
- Proof of bank deposits or transfers must be emailed to the school finance email address (FinanceAD@adnoc.sch.ae).
- Cash and credit‑card payments are not accepted at the school.
- The school provides bank account details (First Abu Dhabi Bank, IBAN AE09...) for transfers and requests the student name and ID as payment reference.

Non-payment consequences

- Non-payment may result in warning notices, suspension, withholding of report cards and transfer certificates, and blocking of eSIS and re-registration until outstanding balances are settled. The school will follow ADEK regulations and may commence suspension procedures after a sequence of notifications. Parents experiencing payment difficulty should contact school finance to discuss options.

Academics

Curriculum

The ADNOC Sas Al Nakhl curriculum uses high-level American standards for each subject. The American Curriculum is based on the Massachusetts Framework, with MOE Arabic and Islamic Studies integrated. Common Core Standards guide Math and English, Next Generation Science Standards guide Science, and SHAPE standards guide Physical Education. Social Studies follows Maryland State Standards and incorporates cross-curricular English. The High School program offers AP-level courses in the senior year and a broad range of electives. Starting in grade 10, PSAT and SAT testing is administered, with Sas Al Nakhl serving as a testing center for nearby schools, and the program aims to prepare every learner for admission to colleges and universities of the highest standing locally and worldwide.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are prepared for admission to colleges and universities of the highest standing both locally and worldwide. The school emphasizes college-preparatory instruction and AP-level coursework to support higher education progression. The goal is to equip students with the academic and critical thinking skills needed for success at institutions of higher education globally.

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Admissions

1. Online Application. ADNOC Schools open admissions in November each year for the next academic year. All applications are digital and submitted online through the online application system; there are no paper applications. Applicants provide general information about the child, parents, contact details, background and attachments, and a confirmation of receipt/ review is sent within 5 business days. If a seat is available, the application moves to Step 2; if no seat is available, the application is placed on the waiting list until the start of the academic year, and applicants are advised to reapply for each year if no openings occur.

Scholarships

SAS Al Nakhl Campus currently offers no discounts. Western Region Campuses (Ruwais, Madinat Zayed, and Ghayathi) offer scholarship discounts based on eligibility, subject to terms and conditions.

Waitlist

My child is on the waiting list. The Admissions Team provides updates on enrollment, but you will only be contacted when a seat becomes available. The waiting list remains active until ADEK closes the school transfer screen in the region. In some cases, parents may be asked to sign an undertaking in advance to begin enrollment early; once a seat becomes available, payment may be requested to expedite processing. We do not assign specific numbers on the waiting list; priority is given to siblings of current students and to children of ADNOC employees, with all other applications considered afterward.

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FAQs

Where is ADNOC Schools – Sas Al Nakhl located and what age range does it serve?

The Sas Al Nakhl campus is in Sas Al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi. It serves students aged 4 to 18, with KG1–KG2 in Elementary and Grades 6–12 on the Female Campus (there is no separate Male Campus at this branch).

Is Sas Al Nakhl co-educational and how is the campus structured?

ADNOC Sas Al Nakhl is a co-educational network, but at this branch the Elementary Campus (KG1–KG2) is separate from the Female Campus for Grades 6–12. Grade 5 students transfer to Grade 6 at other ADNOC campuses in Ruwais as needed.

Which curriculum does the Sas Al Nakhl campus follow?

The school uses a high-level American curriculum based on the Massachusetts Framework, with MOE Arabic and Islamic Studies integrated. Common Core guides Math and English, NGSS for Science, SHAPE for PE, and Maryland State Standards for Social Studies.

What is the tuition range and what other fees should I expect?

Annual tuition ranges from AED 28,710 to AED 54,430 depending on grade. Additional fees include a 5% registration/re-registration fee, book fees per grade, an optional bus fee of AED 5,000, and uniform costs (about AED 500 per student per year).

How does the admissions process work and is there a waiting list?

Admissions open online in November for the next academic year. If seats are available, applications move to Step 2; if not, applicants are placed on a waiting list. Priority is given to siblings of current students and to children of ADNOC employees, with other applicants considered afterward.

Are there scholarships or discounts available for Sas Al Nakhl?

Sas Al Nakhl Campus currently offers no discounts. Scholarships are available at Western Region Campuses (Ruwais, Madinat Zayed, and Ghayathi) based on eligibility and terms.

What are the refund and withdrawal rules if my child moves mid-term?

Registration and re-registration fees are non-refundable. If a student attends 1–3 weeks of a term, the school retains one full month of tuition; 4–6 weeks retention is two months; over 6 weeks retention is the full term's tuition. Book fees may still apply if already received.

What payment methods and deadlines should I know for tuition?

Payments can be made by bank transfer/deposit, bank cheques, or via the Payit app (First Abu Dhabi Bank). Cash or credit-card payments are not accepted. Term invoices are due on set dates: Term 1 by 1 August, Term 2 by 1 December, and Term 3 by 1 March.

What core subjects and standards are used in the curriculum?

Core subjects follow Common Core for Math and English, NGSS for Science, and the Massachusetts-based framework overall, with Arabic and Islamic Studies aligned to UAE MOE guidelines and Social Studies following Maryland standards.

Are AP courses offered and is the campus a testing center for PSAT/SAT?

Yes—AP-level courses are offered in the senior year, and starting in Grade 10, PSAT and SAT testing is administered. Sas Al Nakhl serves as a testing center for nearby schools.

What are the graduate outcomes and how does the school prepare students for higher education?

The program is designed to prepare learners for admission to colleges and universities of the highest standing locally and worldwide, with a strong emphasis on college-preparatory study and AP coursework.

What SEN support is available within the academic program?

The ADNOC Schools provide inclusive education with an SEN department that offers individualized supports and IEPs, including push‑in and pull‑out services to meet diverse learning needs.

What facilities does the Sas Al Nakhl campus offer?

Facilities include a cutting-edge library, science labs (dry and wet labs), a cafeteria, three indoor gymnasiums, three swimming pools, three outdoor football pitches, three outdoor basketball courts, a multipurpose room, and on-site security and a school clinic.

What sports and PE facilities and programs are available?

There are extensive indoor and outdoor facilities (gymnasiums, pools, pitches, courts). The PE department runs a wide range of after-school activities including jiujitsu, football, basketball, handball, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, athletics and cycling.

Are the science labs equipped with safety features?

Yes. Each campus has three dry labs and four wet labs, supervised by lab technicians, with safety features such as fume hoods, safety showers and eye wash stations.

What kinds of ECAs are offered and how are they organized?

ECAs cover sports, arts, technology, academic enrichment and leadership. They run after school from 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM, on a first-come, first-served basis, with inclusive participation and risk assessments to ensure safety.

How does leadership development work within ECAs?

Leadership is an ECA category, and students, teachers and parents can propose new ECAs. Roles and responsibilities can be assigned to students who take on leadership or coordinating tasks when active participation is limited.

Are ECAs available to younger students and is transport provided for them?

ECAs are available to KG1–KG2 and Grades 1–12. They run after school with parents responsible for pick-up, and there is no school-provided transportation for ECAs.

What support is available for students with special educational needs on campus?

SEN support includes individualized plans and inclusive practices within age-appropriate classes, with options for push‑in and pull‑out services as part of the school's inclusive education approach.

How are safeguarding and mental wellbeing addressed at the school?

Safeguarding and child protection are integral to school operations, with a focus on student welfare and mental wellbeing as part of a holistic education.

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