Diyar Private Academy

United Arab Emirates, Fujairah

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Arabic

Fees AED 15,480 - 31,590

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 3839

Type Co-educational, Girls School, Boys School

Opened 2008

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum)

Taught languages Arabic

Typical class size 23

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM

Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Located in Fujairah and Dibba, Diyar Private Academy is a school delivering a curriculum in English with campuses for Fujairah and Dibba (Girls & Early Years, and Boys). The school aligns its US curriculum with New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards; IPC and IMYC provide cross‑curricular themes. Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education follow MOE guidelines; Pre‑KG follows EYFS. Ages 3 to 18; mixed‑gender classes through Grade 4, with single‑sex classes from Grade 5 to 12. Established in 2013, it graduated its first class in 2020 and was accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc) in 2022. Facilities include a library, clinic, computer labs, science labs, theatre, football field, swimming pools and an Achievement Centre. About 1,500 students from 47 nationalities and 53 partnerships. Notable clubs include music, arts and crafts and community services; a field‑trip program broadens learning across the UAE.

www.diyar.academy

Diyar Private Academy — Fujairah: P.O. Box 9888, Al Sharia Sikamkam, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates; Diyar Private Academy — Dibba (Girls & Early Years): P.O. Box 12533 Dibba, Riffa area, Schools Complex, Khazan Block, Ghoub Street, Near FEWA, Dibba Fujairah, United Arab Emirates; Diyar Private Academy — Dibba (Boys): Al Nahda, Dibba Masafi Road (Opposite Al Sharq Hospital), Dibba, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Location

Diyar Private Academy operates in the United Arab Emirates, with campuses in Fujairah city and in Dibba, Fujairah. The Fujairah campus address is P.O. Box 9888, Al Sharia Sikamkam, Fujairah, UAE. The Dibba campus is located in Dibba, Fujairah (Opposite National Technical Testing, Al Nahdah, Dibba, Fujairah).

Stages

Age range 3 to 18 years; Grades Pre-KG to 12.

Type

Private school delivering the American curriculum in English.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Diverse nationalities: 47.

Additional learning support

Achievement Center provides targeted support; inclusive ethos; sensory room.

Country affiliation

United States (follows New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards).

Bus service

Emirates Transport provides bus transportation services for Diyar students; area-based fees; contact hamzakhan.et2@gmail.com.

Fees

Application fees

- No separate, fixed "application fee" amount is published for routine online applications. For new students the school requires an acceptance/registration deposit: for the Fujairah campus a new‑student deposit of up to 30% of the total annual fee is charged on acceptance (this deposit is deductible from the first term and is non‑refundable except where the family must move outside the Emirate before the start of the academic year).

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Pre‑KG: Tuition AED 14,980; Book fee AED 500; Annual total AED 15,480. Instalments: 1st (40% of tuition + book) AED 6,492; 2nd (30% of tuition) AED 4,494; 3rd (30% of tuition) AED 4,494.
- KG1: Tuition AED 18,190; Book fee AED 1,000; Annual total AED 19,190. Instalments: 1st AED 8,276; 2nd AED 5,457; 3rd AED 5,457.
- KG2: Tuition AED 18,725; Book fee AED 1,200; Annual total AED 19,925. Instalments: 1st AED 8,690; 2nd AED 5,617.50; 3rd AED 5,617.50.
- Grade 1: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 25,680; Book fee AED 2,200; Annual total AED 27,880. Instalments: 1st AED 12,472; 2nd AED 7,704; 3rd AED 7,704.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 25,680; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 28,380. Instalments: 1st AED 12,972; 2nd AED 7,704; 3rd AED 7,704.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 27,820; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 30,520. Instalments: 1st AED 13,828; 2nd AED 8,346; 3rd AED 8,346.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 28,890; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 31,590. Instalments: 1st AED 14,256; 2nd AED 8,667; 3rd AED 8,667.

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Dibba (girls) (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Pre‑KG: Tuition AED 14,980; Book fee AED 500; Annual total AED 15,480. Instalments: 1st AED 6,492; 2nd AED 4,494; 3rd AED 4,494.
- KG1: Tuition AED 18,190; Book fee AED 1,000; Annual total AED 19,190. Instalments: 1st AED 8,276; 2nd AED 5,457; 3rd AED 5,457.
- KG2: Tuition AED 18,725; Book fee AED 1,200; Annual total AED 19,925. Instalments: 1st AED 8,690; 2nd AED 5,617.50; 3rd AED 5,617.50.
- Grade 1: Tuition AED 19,260; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,760. Instalments: 1st AED 9,204; 2nd AED 5,778; 3rd AED 5,778.
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 19,795; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,295. Instalments: 1st AED 9,418; 2nd AED 5,938.50; 3rd AED 5,938.50.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 24,470. Instalments: 1st AED 10,988; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,005. Instalments: 1st AED 11,202; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,005. Instalments: 1st AED 11,202; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,500; Annual total AED 25,505. Instalments: 1st AED 11,702; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 24,610; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 27,310. Instalments: 1st AED 12,544; 2nd AED 7,383; 3rd AED 7,383.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 26,750; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 29,450. Instalments: 1st AED 13,400; 2nd AED 8,025; 3rd AED 8,025.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 28,890; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 31,590. Instalments: 1st AED 14,256; 2nd AED 8,667; 3rd AED 8,667.

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Dibba (boys) (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 18,500; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,000. Instalments: 1st AED 8,900; 2nd AED 5,550; 3rd AED 5,550.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 19,000; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,500. Instalments: 1st AED 9,100; 2nd AED 5,700; 3rd AED 5,700.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 22,800. Instalments: 1st AED 10,200; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 22,800. Instalments: 1st AED 10,200; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,000. Instalments: 1st AED 10,400; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,500. Instalments: 1st AED 10,600; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,500. Instalments: 1st AED 10,600; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,500; Annual total AED 24,000. Instalments: 1st AED 11,100; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 23,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 25,700. Instalments: 1st AED 11,900; 2nd AED 6,900; 3rd AED 6,900.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 25,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 27,700. Instalments: 1st AED 12,700; 2nd AED 7,500; 3rd AED 7,500.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 27,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 29,700. Instalments: 1st AED 13,500; 2nd AED 8,100; 3rd AED 8,100.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard instalment schedule (applies at the campuses): 1st instalment 40% of tuition due 31 August; 2nd instalment 30% of tuition due 31 December; 3rd instalment 30% of tuition due 31 March. Book fees are payable with the 1st instalment. For Fujairah historic/administrative policy documentation also references staged deposit arrangements for returning and new students (returning: up to 10% payable; new: up to 30% payable on acceptance).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offered option for Diyar Private Academy campuses; no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Book fees: stated per grade (listed above) and collected with first instalment. Book fees are treated as a separate, required charge.
- Transportation: route/area‑based transport fees are published and billed separately; example amounts: Fujairah standard routes AED 4,000 and outlying routes AED 5,000; Dibba routes range AED 4,000–5,000 depending on area. Transport fees are shown as annual charges per student.
- Uniforms and incidental supplies: uniform guidelines are in place; specific uniform price lists are not published as part of the fee tables but book/uniform/laptop items are treated as non‑refundable in the school fee collection policy (those items are charged separately and are non‑refundable).
- Sibling discounts: All campuses publish sibling discount arrangements (examples shown): single student no discount; two siblings 5% discount to the lower grade; three or more siblings attract discounts applied to lower grades (specific application rules vary per campus).

Refund information and withdrawal rules
- Refunds and withdrawals follow the approved fee/collection policy: prorated deductions apply based on attendance when a student leaves during the year (examples from the published school fee collection policy include: if the student attends two weeks or less, one month's fee is deducted; attendance between two weeks and one month results in two months' fees deducted; attendance of more than one month results in three months' fees deducted). Book, uniform and laptop fees are explicitly non‑refundable; transport refund rules are covered under the same refund framework. New‑student deposits are generally non‑refundable except where the family must move outside the Emirate before the academic year begins.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: online payment, cash, bank deposit/transfer, credit/debit card, and cheques. Cheques must be drawn to the campus legal name shown for each campus. For bank transfer payments parents are asked to include the Parent/Account reference and email proof of payment to the campus accounts email.
- Fujairah campus bank details (for transfers): Bank Name: CBD; Account name: DIYAR PRIVATE ACADEMY - FUJAIRAH; Account No: 1001495231; IBAN: AE910230000001001495231. Parents are asked to reference the payment with their Parent ID and forward proof to fuj.accounts@diyar.school.
- Dibba campus bank details (for transfers): Bank Name: National Bank of Fujairah (NBF); Account name: DIYAR PRIVATE ACADEMY - DIBBA; Account No: 12001004067; parents are asked to reference the payment with their Parent ID and forward proof to dibba.accounts@diyar.school. Dibba Boys also lists an NBF account number specific to that campus.

Notes and practical points for parents
- Book fees are payable with the first instalment. Installment due dates are fixed (31 August, 31 December, 31 March) and late or missing payments may lead to administrative actions per policy. Transport and other optional services are charged separately from tuition. Deposit/acceptance amounts for new students operate as described under the school's fee collection policy.

Academics

Curriculum

US curriculum aligned with New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) provide cross-curricular themes. Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education follow the Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum. Pre-KG follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size 20-25 students.

Admissions

1. REGISTRATION. Begin the application by clicking the New Admission link to start the online application process. The school provides an online registration portal to collect initial information from new and returning families. This step sets up the applicant in the admissions workflow and directs you to subsequent steps. 2. INTERVIEW & ASSESSMENTS. The school conducts admission interviews and assessments to support the start of schooling. Pre-KG and KG applicants complete a short interview with staff; Grades 1–11 complete an interview and an entrance exam. If a child may need additional support or has prior SEN supports, the child is referred to the Inclusion Team for further assessment (see SEN admission policy). 3. GRADE AGES, ACCEPTANCE & DOCUMENTS. The age requirements are Pre-KG 3 by August 31; KG1 4 by August 31; KG2 5 by August 31 or after KG1; Grade 1 6 by August 31 or after KG2; Grades 1–12 require completion of the previous grade. Acceptance is based on entrance exam results and seat availability, with priority to siblings; there are no waiting lists. Required documents include passport-size photo, birth certificate copy, applicant passport with valid UAE resident visa, father's passport with valid UAE resident visa, Emirates ID, immunization card, and last year report cards (last 3 for Grades 10–12); original transfer documentation is required where applicable, and parents should bring original IDs to register in the SIS system as soon as notification is received; transfers from outside the UAE must be attested by MOFA and UAE Embassy.

Waitlist

No waiting lists.

FAQs

Where are Diyar Private Academy's campuses located and what age range do they serve?

Diyar Private Academy operates two campuses in Fujairah (Fujairah city) and Dibba (Dibba, Fujairah). It serves students aged 3 to 18, from Pre-KG to Grade 12. In Fujairah, classes are mixed through Grade 4, then single-sex groups from Grade 5 to 12; Dibba has separate girls' and boys' campuses.

What curricula does the school follow?

The school uses a US curriculum aligned with New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, together with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) for cross‑curricular themes. Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education follow the MOE curriculum, and Pre‑KG uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

When was the school established and what accreditations does it hold?

Diyar Private Academy in Fujairah was established on September 1, 2013, with the first graduating class in 2020. It holds accreditations from The American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc) for Fujairah and Dibba Boys, and from The American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAA) for Dibba Girls (with Fujairah accreditation achieved in 2022).

What is the tuition range and what deposits apply for new students?

Tuition ranges from AED 14,980 to AED 31,590 per year, depending on the campus and grade. A new‑student acceptance/deposit of up to 30% of the total annual fee is charged at acceptance (deductible from the first term and non‑refundable except if the family moves outside the Emirate before the start of the year).

What is the admissions process and what documents are required?

Applications begin with online registration, followed by interviews and assessments (Pre‑KG/KG short interview; Grades 1–11 entrance exam). Priority is given to siblings, and there are age‑related cutoffs. Required documents include passport photos, birth certificates, applicant and father's passports with UAE visas, Emirates ID, immunization card, last year reports, and MOFA/UAE Embassy attestation for transfers.

Do scholarships exist or is there a waiting list?

There are no listed scholarships, and there are no waiting lists for admissions. Priority is given to siblings, and seats are allocated based on entrance results and availability.

What are the core billing terms and payment options?

Fees are billed in three installments: 40% by 31 August, 30% by 31 December, and 30% by 31 March (book fees are payable with the first installment). Payment options include online, cash, bank transfer, credit/debit card, and cheques. Late payments may trigger administrative actions per policy.

What is the student‑teacher ratio and class size?

Average class sizes run around 20–25 students, which supports a more intimate learning environment across the grades.

What academic programs guide learning at different levels (IEYC/IPC/IMYC)?

Pre‑KG uses the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC). From KG upward, learning is guided by IPC (International Primary Curriculum) and IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), with English instruction and MOE Arabic/Islamic Education alongside.。

How are exam results and higher education pathways communicated?

Specific exam results and university placement data are not published in the available information.

What facilities are available at the Fujairah campus?

The Fujairah campus features a library, clinic, computer labs, science labs, a football field, swimming pools, and a theatre. There are STEAM and science laboratories, digital learning spaces, and dedicated spaces for arts and performing arts, plus an Achievement Centre to support learners.

What kinds of sports and arts facilities does the school provide?

Sports facilities include a football field and swimming pools, with internal and external competitions. The campus has music rooms and a theatre to support music and performing arts, along with opportunities for field trips and arts activities.

Are there facilities to support inclusive education and learning support?

Yes. The Achievement Centre provides targeted support and inclusive education, and there is a sensory room to assist diverse learning needs.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available?

After‑school options include NSTI, board games, music, library reading, community services, arts and crafts, and sports such as soccer and swimming. Field trips broaden learning beyond the classroom, and student leadership activities are encouraged.

Are there leadership opportunities and community involvement?

Students can participate in a School Student Council, and parents can engage through the PTSA (Parent‑Teacher‑Student Association), both designed to foster leadership and collaboration.

Is music taught at the school and are there opportunities for performance?

Yes. Music is offered to all elementary students and is an elective for Grades 11–12, with dedicated music rooms and performance opportunities at assemblies and events.

What is the school uniform policy and dress code?

A school uniform is required, with a separate PE uniform. Black shoes are compulsory on non‑PE days, and the uniform is available through FNAC. UAE regulations require students to wear the correct uniform daily.

How does the school use its house system?

There are four houses—Falcon (red), Oryx (blue), Leopard (green), and Gazelle (yellow). All students and staff belong to a house, and house points are awarded for positive conduct and achievements; the weekly winning house is announced at assemblies.

Is boarding available at Diyar Private Academy?

Boarding is not listed as an option at the Diyar Private Academy campuses.

What official recognitions does the school hold?

Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah is accredited by AIAAsc; Dibba Girls are accredited by AIAA; Dibba Boys are accredited by AIAAsc.

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