Ryan International School – Masdar City

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 13,710 - 22,710

Ages Not listed

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum CBSE Curriculum

Taught languages Arabic, Hindi, French

Typical class size 30

Strengths Sport, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

Ryan International School – Masdar City is a CBSE-affiliated campus located in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, established in September 2015. It follows the CBSE curriculum designed by NCERT with English as the medium of instruction. Arabic is compulsory for all students; Islamic Studies is taught to Muslim students; Hindi or French are optional. UAE culture, heritage and national appreciation are emphasized through the My Identity program. The curriculum integrates enquiry- and project-based learning, supported by Ryan Innovation Labs and digital resources for teacher-student collaboration. The campus features technology-driven classrooms, activity rooms, an auditorium, a swimming pool and a sports ground. The learning approach encourages cross-curricular, theme-based teaching to develop 21st-century skills in alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. Extracurricular activities include Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, and the International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, with Ryan TV as a media program. Atal Tinkering Labs and an Innovation Lab further foster hands-on creativity and practical problem-solving.

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City Plot No A-02 & A-03, Near Khazna Data Center, 910301, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E

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The Essentials

Location

Ryan International School, Masdar City is located in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus address is Plot No A-02 & A-03, near Khazna Data Center, Masdar City, 910301 Abu Dhabi. It is situated within the Masdar area of Abu Dhabi.

Stages

Early Years (KG 1 & KG 2); Primary School (Grades I–IV); Middle School (Grades V–VIII); Senior School (Grades IX–XII).

Country affiliation

United Arab Emirates

School day structure

School days are Monday to Friday. KG1 and KG2 attend from 7:45 am to 11:45 am; Grades I to VIII attend from 7:45 am to 3:00 pm.

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Fees

Application / Registration fee
- Registration deposit: 5% of the annual tuition fee (collected to confirm a seat). This deposit is refundable and is adjusted against the tuition fee at the time of admission.

Tuition fees — annual and term amounts (by grade) for the 2025–2026 academic year
(Per-term amounts assume a three-term academic year; values shown are annual then per term.)
- KG 1: AED 13,710 per year → AED 4,570 per term.
- KG 2: AED 13,710 per year → AED 4,570 per term.
- Grade 1: AED 14,830 per year → AED 4,943.33 per term.
- Grade 2: AED 14,830 per year → AED 4,943.33 per term.
- Grade 3: AED 14,910 per year → AED 4,970 per term.
- Grade 4: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 5: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 6: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 7: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 8: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 9: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 10: AED 22,710 per year → AED 7,570 per term.

Transport (bus)
- Annual transport fee (school bus): AED 4,700 per student (flat rate shown across grades).

Books and materials — annual
- KG 1 & KG 2: AED 400 per year.
- Grade 1–4: AED 430 per year (Grades 1–4 listed at AED 430 for books).
- Grade 5–7: AED 480 per year (Grades 5–7 listed at AED 480 for books).
- Grade 8–10: AED 700 per year (Grades 8–10 listed at AED 700 for books).

Uniform — annual
- KG 1 & KG 2: AED 460 per year.
- Grade 1–4: AED 490 per year.
- Grade 5–10: AED 510 per year.

Assessment / exam fees
- The standardized assessment fee for Grades 3 to 9 is included in the published tuition amounts for those grades.

Boarding / hostel fees
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school and does not list boarding/hostel provision or boarding fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school operates with standard term dates (three main academic terms) and offers termly instalment billing; a monthly payment plan is also available as an alternative. Typical term blocks are April–June, September–December, and January–March (termly instalments align with those term groupings). Per-term fee figures above assume three term instalments.

Refund information
- The registration deposit (5% of the annual tuition) is refundable and is credited against the tuition at the time of admission. (This is the stated refundable fee item.)

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods: Cash; ADCB online banking application; Cheque payable to RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LIMITED; MCB Parent Portal (credit/debit card).

Other notes on costs
- All amounts are shown in UAE Dirham (AED) as published for the 2025–2026 ADEK-approved fee schedule. The published breakdown includes tuition, transport, books and uniform by grade; standardized assessments for Grades 3–9 are incorporated in the tuition figures.

Academics

Curriculum

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum is used, designed and developed by NCERT, New Delhi. English language medium. Curriculum enhanced with innovative learning programs and pedagogies that strengthen enquiry and project-based learning. Digital resources in Ryan Innovation Labs are used for teacher and student collaboration. Activity- and application-based learning fosters problem solving, collaboration, communication and the development of 21st-century skills. Arabic language is taught and is a compulsory subject for all students; Islamic studies is taught only to Muslim students. UAE culture (My Identity), heritage and national appreciation are taught and emphasized through the curriculum. Subjects include English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies (Grade 1–2), Science (Grade 3–8), UAE SST (Grade 1–8), Social Studies – Indian (Grade 3–8), Hindi/French (Optional), Arabic, Islamic Studies / Moral Science (Optional), Computer Science and the Moral Education Programme.

Higher Education Progression

Global Higher Education: In 2016, Ryan International Group of Institutions and The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania signed a collaboration to provide a global platform for higher education. Features of the Ryan PennHub Association include student and faculty exchange, professional development for faculty, curriculum development, admissions counselling & support, summer camps and opportunities for international engagement. Partnerships include West Chester University (Pennsylvania), California University of Pennsylvania, Millersville University, Slippery Rock University, Franklin & Marshall College, Carnegie Mellon University, York College of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, Cedar Crest College, Gwynedd Mercy University and Villanova University, among others.

Gifted and Talented

The school has Innovation Lab and Atal Tinkering Labs to foster creativity and hands-on learning for advanced learners. These labs provide project-based opportunities to develop design thinking, experimentation and practical problem-solving skills.

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Admissions

1. Admission Registration. Parents complete the online registration form to initiate the admission process. An auto-generated acknowledgement email is sent to the parent with details of the admission process. Enquiries submitted online do not guarantee admission.
2. Details to be entered. The form requires entering Student's passport and visa details. It also requires the Parents' passport, visa, Emirates ID and address details. Fill in as many fields as possible to ensure proper communication between you and the school. On completion, you will receive a Registration Confirmation email.
3. Age criteria. Age criteria determine eligibility for each class. KG1 must complete 4 years by 31 March 2022. KG2 must be 5 years by 31 March 2022. Grade 1 should have completed 6 years by 31 March 2022, and Grade 2 and above admissions will be based on the Transfer Certificate and Final Report Card of the previous year, duly attested and stamped.
4. Fees and payment. The registration fee is 5% of tuition fees and is refundable; it confirms the seat and is adjusted in the tuition fee at the time of admission. Fees for Tuition, Transport, Books and Uniform are paid to the Accounts Department by Cash, ADCB Online banking, Cheque (in favour of RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LIMITED), or MCB Parent Portal.
5. List of documents. List of documents includes passport-size photograph; Copy of Emirates ID (child and parents); Copy of Passport and Visa (child and parents); Copy of Insurance Card; Copy of Vaccination Record; Copy of Attested Transfer Certificate (Grade 2 and above); Copy of Premises ID (tenancy contract / electricity bill).
6. Inter Ryan transfers. Inter Ryan transfers are available across Ryan schools. Parents can avail inter-ryan transfers by first checking seat availability with the Ryan school nearest to their new place/city. Then they can apply for Inter Ryan transfer at the current school and the concerned school will check the seat availability. Transfer certificate will be issued only after all dues are settled.

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FAQs

Where is Ryan International School – Masdar City located?

The Masdar City campus is in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The exact address is Plot No A-02 & A-03, near the Khazna Data Center, Masdar City (postal code 910301). The school is part of the Ryan International School Limited network.

What age range and grade levels does the school serve?

The school offers Early Years (KG 1 and KG 2) through Senior School (Grades IX–XII), serving students from about age 4 upward. It provides a full range of levels: Early Years, Primary, Middle, and Senior School.

What curriculum and language of instruction does the school use?

Ryan Masdar City follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum, designed by NCERT. The medium of instruction is English, with Arabic taught as a compulsory subject for all students and other language options available.

What are the tuition fees for the 2025–2026 academic year and what do they include?

Fees vary by grade. KG 1–KG 2 are AED 13,710 per year; primary grades range from about AED 14,830 to AED 15,120, while Grades 7–9 are AED 20,540 and Grade 10 is AED 22,710 per year. Transport is AED 4,700 per year, with books and uniforms priced by grade. A 5% registration deposit is refundable and deducted from the tuition at admission.

What is the admissions process and what documents are required?

Admissions begin with online Registration, followed by submission of passport/visa details for both the child and parents. Required documents include passport-sized photos, Emirates IDs, vaccination records, attested Transfer Certificate (Grades 2+), and tenancy or premises documents. Age criteria determine eligibility for each class, and a Registration Confirmation is sent after you complete the form.

How are fees billed and what payment options are available?

Fees are billed in three terms with termly instalments, and a monthly payment plan is also available. Accepted payment methods include cash, ADCB online banking, cheques payable to RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LIMITED, and the MCB Parent Portal (credit/debit card). Typical term blocks run April–June, September–December, and January–March.

What subjects and learning approaches does the CBSE curriculum emphasize at this campus?

Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with Arabic as a mandatory subject. The curriculum is enhanced with enquiry- and project-based learning, supported by Ryan Innovation Labs and digital collaboration tools to build 21st-century skills.

Are there programs for gifted and talented students?

Yes. The school provides Innovation Lab and Atal Tinkering Labs to foster creativity, design thinking, and hands-on problem solving for advanced learners.

What higher education opportunities or partnerships exist for students?

Ryan International has a global collaboration through PennHub with universities in the United States, offering student and faculty exchanges, admissions counselling, and joint projects. Partners include West Chester University, California University of Pennsylvania, Millersville University, Slippery Rock University, Franklin & Marshall College, Carnegie Mellon University, and more.

What facilities does the Masdar City campus offer?

The campus features technology-driven classrooms, activity rooms, an auditorium, a swimming pool for aquatic activities, and a sports ground for physical education and sports programs.

What extracurricular facilities and activities are available?

Beyond academics, Ryan Masdar City offers programs like Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, the International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, Teen Camps, and Ryan TV to broaden student interests.

Are there aquatic or other sports facilities on site?

Yes, the campus includes a swimming pool to support swimming instruction and recreational swimming, along with a dedicated sports ground for outdoor activities and PE.

What clubs or competitions can students participate in?

Students can participate in clubs and competitions such as Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, and the International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, among others.

Are there leadership or community involvement opportunities?

Leadership experiences are built into the program through age-appropriate activities like Model United Nations and the World Scholar's Cup, along with other projects designed to develop confidence and communication skills.

What is the school culture like in terms of uniforms and daily routine?

The school has a uniform policy. KG1–KG2 attend from 7:45 am to 11:45 am, while Grades 1–8 attend from 7:45 am to 3:00 pm, providing a consistent daily routine across most year groups.

Is boarding offered at this school?

Boarding is not applicable; Ryan Masdar City operates as a day school without boarding facilities.

Who governs the school and who owns it?

The Masdar City campus is owned by Ryan International School Limited and is part of the Ryan Group of Institutions, guided by leadership within the group.

What languages are taught besides English, and how are they structured?

Arabic is mandatory for all students. Hindi or French are optional languages, and Islamic Studies or Moral Science are optional for Grades 1–8, aligning with UAE curricular requirements.

How can parents get involved in school life?

Parents can engage through the PTA and various engagement events listed in the Parents Corner. The Ryan Parent App is a channel for ongoing communication and involvement with school leadership and activities.

What is the history of the Masdar City campus?

The Masdar City campus opened in September 2015 and operates under the Ryan International School Limited network, following the CBSE curriculum and emphasizing 21st-century learning.

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