Al Rabeeh School

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 28,840 - 37,730

Ages 3 - 12 years

Pupil numbers 949

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, UAE Curriculum

Typical class size 30

Muroor Road, Hadbat Al Za'faranah, E30, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

alrabeeh.sch.ae

The Essentials

Location

Al Rabeeh School is located in Hadbat Al Zaafaranah, along Muroor Road in Abu Dhabi. The campus sits in a residential area near Mushrif and is close to other international schools such as Al Ittihad Private School and The Philippine Global School. The address is Hadbat Al Zaafaranah, Mushrif Area, Abu Dhabi.

Stages

Foundation Stage (FS1 and FS2) through Year 7. FS1 and FS2 are listed on the school's curriculum pages, and Year 7 is offered as part of the primary progression.

Type

Co-educational day school. It follows a British curriculum (EYFS and National Curriculum for England) and does not offer boarding facilities.

Additional learning support

Public information on specific SEN provisions is not listed. The school indicates a focus on pupil welfare, and there is an on-site medical clinic. Public sources note no explicit SEN provision is reported.

Country affiliation

Affiliation with the United Kingdom through the British curriculum; the school is a British overseas school and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East.

Religious affiliation

No religious affiliation is stated; the school operates with a secular ethos.

School day structure

The school week runs Monday to Friday. Gates open at 7:15 am; the first lesson starts at 7:45 am. FS1 finishes at 12:30 pm (Monday–Thursday) and FS2 to Year 7 finish at 2:00 pm; on Fridays, the day ends at 11:30 am.

Bus service

Bright Bus Transport (BBT) provides the school's bus service. Buses are ADEK-approved, fitted with CCTV and bus monitors, and monitored via the Salama system. A School Bus Assistant accompanies each bus, and parents can track progress. Bus fees for the full year are AED 5,000, with registration details via the school's transport contact.

Fees

Application / Registration fees

- A non-refundable registration fee is payable after the admissions test. The registration fee amounts vary by year group (see Tuition section below). Registration fees and book fees are payable up front at the start of each academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts in AED)
- FS1: Annual tuition AED 28,840. Registration fee AED 1,300. Annual tuition less registration AED 27,540. Three instalments: AED 9,180 (due 1 August), AED 9,180 (due 1 December), AED 9,180 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 0 (due 1 August).
- FS2: Annual tuition AED 28,840. Registration fee AED 1,300. Annual tuition less registration AED 27,540. Three instalments: AED 9,180 (due 1 August), AED 9,180 (due 1 December), AED 9,180 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 0 (due 1 August).
- Year 1: Annual tuition AED 30,990. Registration fee AED 1,400. Annual tuition less registration AED 29,590. Three instalments: AED 9,870 (due 1 August), AED 9,860 (due 1 December), AED 9,860 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 300 (due 1 August).
- Year 2: Annual tuition AED 30,990. Registration fee AED 1,400. Annual tuition less registration AED 29,590. Three instalments: AED 9,870 (due 1 August), AED 9,860 (due 1 December), AED 9,860 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 1,015 (due 1 August).
- Year 3: Annual tuition AED 34,300. Registration fee AED 1,600. Annual tuition less registration AED 32,700. Three instalments: AED 10,900 (due 1 August), AED 10,900 (due 1 December), AED 10,900 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 1,585 (due 1 August).
- Year 4: Annual tuition AED 34,300. Registration fee AED 1,600. Annual tuition less registration AED 32,700. Three instalments: AED 10,900 (due 1 August), AED 10,900 (due 1 December), AED 10,900 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 2,290 (due 1 August).
- Year 5: Annual tuition AED 35,590. Registration fee AED 1,600. Annual tuition less registration AED 33,990. Three instalments: AED 11,330 (due 1 August), AED 11,330 (due 1 December), AED 11,330 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 2,175 (due 1 August).
- Year 6: Annual tuition AED 35,590. Registration fee AED 1,600. Annual tuition less registration AED 33,990. Three instalments: AED 11,330 (due 1 August), AED 11,330 (due 1 December), AED 11,330 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 2,140 (due 1 August).
- Year 7: Annual tuition AED 35,590. Registration fee AED 1,600. Annual tuition less registration AED 33,990. Three instalments: AED 11,330 (due 1 August), AED 11,330 (due 1 December), AED 11,330 (due 1 March). Book fee AED 1,975 (due 1 August).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and bus fees are billed in three instalments each academic year, with due dates set as: 1 August (1st instalment), 1 December (2nd instalment), and 1 March (3rd instalment). Book fees and the registration fee are payable up front at the start of the academic year (book fees shown per year group).
- Tuition and bus fees are calculated on a full-month basis irrespective of joining date. Fee changes may be applied at intervals (the policy published notes a possible fee increase every three years). Family discounts (applied after deduction of the registration fee) are available: 10% for the third child, 20% for the fourth child, and 25% for the fifth child onward. Office payment hours for the Accounts Department are published for fee payments.

Bus (transport) fees
- Annual bus fee (one-way or two-way) AED 5,000. Instalment amounts: AED 1,670 (due 1 August), AED 1,670 (due 1 December), AED 1,660 (due 1 March). Bus fees are subject to the same instalment due-date schedule and full-month billing rule.

Boarding
- The school operates as a day school; boarding provision is not listed as part of the school's offerings. No boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (uniform, books, extras)
- Book fees: amounts are specified per year group (listed above) and are due 1 August.
- Uniform: All uniform items must be purchased from the school's supplier ZAKS. The school publishes a uniform requirement list and directs parents to ZAKS for uniform pricing and ordering. Uniform items (including PE kit and school-branded red jackets) and supplier price lists are provided through the supplier.
- Extra-curricular activities, trips and certain optional services may carry separate charges; these are typically itemised separately from the published tuition and book fees. (Specific ECA or trip charges are handled as individual items.)

Refund information
- The registration fee is explicitly non-refundable. Book fees and the registration fee are required up front at the start of each academic year. The published fee schedule does not set out an extended refund table on the tuition page; specific refund or adjustment situations are administered by the Accounts/Admissions teams under the school's policies.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: cash (in AED) or card at the school's fee counter; cheques drawn on UAE banks (payable to "AL RABEEH SCHOOL LLC"); and telex/bank transfer (TT). For bank transfers, the school provides an AED account with IBAN and SWIFT details and requests that the TT advice/receipt be emailed to the Accounts department including the student name and year group. The published bank details include an AED account at First Abu Dhabi Bank with IBAN and SWIFT. Instalment payments may be made by the methods above.
- Payment details published for bank transfer: Account Name: Al Rabeeh School LLC; Account Number: 777-100-1373149-019; IBAN: AE280357771001373149019; SWIFT: NBADAEAAXXX; Bank: First Abu Dhabi Bank, Al Khubeirah Branch, Abu Dhabi. The TT advice/receipt should be emailed to the Accounts contacts listed by the school.

Notes and administrative points (fees only)
- Registration fee is paid after the admissions test and is non-refundable. Book fees and registration fees must be paid at the start of the academic year. Tuition and bus fees are charged on a full-month basis regardless of start date. Family discounts apply to subsequent children after the registration fee is deducted. A published note states fees may be increased on a periodic basis. Office payment hours and Accounts contact emails are provided for payment administration.

Academics

Curriculum

Al Rabeeh School teaches in English and follows the English National Curriculum across its primary and secondary stages, with UAE-manded Arabic, Islamic Studies, and UAE Social Studies integrated from early years onward. FS1–FS2 operate under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with play-based, holistic development. From Year 1 to Year 6, core subjects are English, Maths and Science under the England National Curriculum, while Arabic (Arabic For Non-Arabs) and Islamic Studies (Islamic For Non-Arabs) plus UAE Social Studies are taught, alongside Foundation subjects such as Geography, History, Art, Music, Computing, Design Technology and Physical Education. In Year 7 and above, the curriculum continues with English, Maths and Science as core subjects, and includes Geography, History, Art, Music and Computing, with MOE Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies continuing as required by local authorities. The school notes that its main syllabus is based on the EYFS Curriculum and the National Curriculum for England using UK resources, and the Al Rabeeh Academy (MBZ City) in the network offers GCSE pathways, with Shahadat Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma used as the UAE secondary equivalency certificate for private schools.

Higher Education Progression

Within the Al Rabeeh network, secondary pathways extend to GCSE in the Al Rabeeh Academy (MBZ City), with international progression supported by UK-style qualifications; UAE equivalency (Shahadat Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma) remains a recognized route for UAE private schools seeking local qualification recognition.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Al Rabeeh School supports Social and Emotional Learning through a focus on personal and social development within the curriculum, strong pastoral care, a dedicated school counsellor for social, emotional or behavioural needs, and anti-bullying initiatives with regular parent communication.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides learning support for identified pupils, with termly Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for those on the Inclusion register, and a SENCO and Inclusion Teacher; specialist resources, classroom environments and staffing are limited.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL provision.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported by a dedicated school counsellor (Ms Noura) who provides interventions and liaises with families and teachers, and anti-bullying measures plus health-focused initiatives are part of school practice.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the care and welfare of children, with strong pastoral care as a central ethos, an on-site school nurse, and HAAD-aligned health and medication procedures and parent communication.

Admissions

The school follows ADEK guidelines for admissions. Children in FS1 must be 3 years old by 1 September for the start of the year. Year groups run from FS1 through Year 7, serving children aged 3–12 years. The ADEK-approved admissions policy requires a minimum age of 3 years on 31 December for FS1 and 4 years for FS2. The process includes a school tour and an assessment to determine appropriate challenge and support. Applications are managed by the admissions team, with contact options via email and phone. A withdrawal fee of 5% of the annual fee applies if a pupil withdraws with less than six weeks' notice.

Scholarships

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FAQs

What ages does Al Rabeeh School serve and what levels are covered?

Al Rabeeh School serves children aged 3 to 12, covering Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) and Primary (Year 1–Year 7).

Which curriculum is taught and what language is used for instruction at Al Rabeeh School?

The English National Curriculum is taught with English as the language of instruction. EYFS follows the English framework, Arabic/Islamic subjects follow MOE requirements, and EAL support plus bilingual resources help second-language learners.

Where is Al Rabeeh School located and when did it open?

The school is in Hadbat Al Zafranah, Abu Dhabi. It opened in 1979. The 2023 inspection located it near Mushrif, and the 2025–2026 calendar lists the Hadbat Al Zafranah address.

What are the tuition rates and other mandatory costs for 2025/2026?

Annual tuition ranges by year group from AED 28,840 (FS1/FS2) to AED 34,160 (Year 7). Additional costs include a non-refundable registration fee of AED 1,300–1,600, book fees (0–about AED 2,290 by year), and a mandatory bus fee of AED 5,000 per year.

What is the admissions process for new families?

Families can tour the school and meet the team, then the child will have an assessment to determine needs. The admissions team coordinates the process, and the school is currently admitting for Academic Year 2026–2027 (3–12 years, FS1–Year 7), with ADEK guidelines guiding eligibility and placement.

Are there discounts for families with multiple children?

Yes. Sibling discounts apply: 10% for the third child, 20% for the fourth, and 25% for the fifth child and beyond when enrolled simultaneously.

How are fees billed and what payment methods are accepted?

Fees are billed in three terms with instalments around 1 August, 1 December, and 1 March. Acceptable payment methods include cash or card, cheques, or bank transfers (TT).

What exams and progression do students follow for secondary qualifications?

Students progress toward IGCSE exams at the end of Year 11, followed by AS/A Level exams thereafter; KS3 is delivered in the Secondary phase alongside MOE Arabic.

How is Arabic and Islamic Studies integrated into the curriculum?

In Primary, Arabic and Islamic Studies follow the MOE curriculum for native and non-native students, including Ana wal Arabia Level 2 and Braaem Al Islam Level 2. In Secondary, KS3 includes MOE Arabic.

What support is available for students who need extra help or who are learning in English as an additional language?

The school provides EAL support and bilingual resources, uses an Inclusion framework with termly IEPs for identified pupils, and has a dedicated school counselor for social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

What facilities support sport and active learning on campus?

The campus includes a gymnasium, an upper hall for PE and activities, and an outdoor learning space regularly used for active learning and physical education.

Does Al Rabeeh have a science laboratory or other specialist facilities?

The school currently lacks a dedicated science laboratory and other specialist facilities.

What library and technology resources are available to students?

There is a spacious library used regularly by Phase 2 and above, and an Innovation Room with Chromebooks for Year 4 and above.

What extracurricular activities are offered, and are there any external clubs?

Internal clubs include Arts and Crafts, Music, Newspaper & Debating, Football, Drama, and Yoga. External clubs include Gulf Multi-Sport Cycling, PASS Football, Clarke Foster Tennis, Impact Karate, and Creative Robotics; after-school clubs run for 8 weeks and are free for students subject to space.

What emphasis is placed on culture, identity, and community at the school?

The My Identity Programme deepens Emirati identity for all students, with UAE culture embedded across the curriculum and events such as International Week and National Day to promote cross-cultural understanding.

What pastoral care and wellbeing support is available?

The school provides strong pastoral care with a dedicated counsellor and a nurse. Class Dojo and Engage are used to monitor wellbeing, and safeguarding is central to the ethos.

How does the school support students with Special Educational Needs?

All students have access to additional support through an Inclusion register and termly IEPs developed by the SENCO, Inclusion Teacher, Class Teacher, and parents, with learning support delivered during the day and a dedicated counselor for social/emotional needs.

What safeguarding and health policies are in place?

Al Rabeeh has a robust safeguarding framework with policies and staff training; anti-bullying is reinforced through assemblies and community involvement, and a school nurse supports health and vaccination needs.

Is boarding offered at Al Rabeeh School?

No. Al Rabeeh operates as a day school, and boarding is not available.

What is the school uniform policy and where are items purchased?

A mandatory uniform must be purchased from the approved supplier ZAKS; there are no variations; plain head coverings are allowed for girls in older classes, red logo jackets can be worn in cold weather, PE clothes are worn on PE days, and all items should be clearly labeled.

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