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Wales International School has 1,123 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.
Location
Wales International School is located in Al Shamkha, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (P.O. Box 6178). Al Shamkha is a residential district on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi, connected by major roads. The campus sits near the Abu Dhabi airport corridor, in a cluster of private international schools in this area. The school operates a transportation service with Global Wings as the bus provider.
Stages
The school delivers a British curriculum from Pre-KG through A-Levels, serving students from around age 3 to 18. It accommodates both girls and boys and is explicitly described as co‑educational.
Type
Wales International School is a private, co-educational day school in Abu Dhabi. There are no boarding facilities indicated.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Around 810 students are reported to be enrolled, representing eight nationalities. The most common nationality is Emirati. The local-to-international student ratio is about 9:1.
Additional learning support
Public information does not specify Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions or facilities. Parents should contact admissions for details on SEN arrangements.
Country affiliation
It is a British international school overseas in Abu Dhabi that follows the British educational framework and is listed as British Schools Overseas.
Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation listed. Islamic Studies and Arabic are part of the UAE curriculum, as applicable to the local context.
School day structure
Public materials do not publish daily start/end times. The UAE curriculum includes Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies, comprising about 20% of lesson time.
Bus service
A school bus service is provided by Global Wings. The bus policy details safety, CCTV and regulatory compliance; the Bus Coordinator is Mr. Sakeef (phone +971 564115952). Inquiries can be directed to Transportation@walesschool.com.
Fees
Annual tuition at Wales International School ranges from AED 24,160 to AED 35,980 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration Fees - There is no separate application fee. The school does charge a registration or re-registration fee of AED 1,000; this amount is deducted from the approved tuition and does not exceed 5% of the tuition fee. The registration/re-registration fee is charged only when a place is offered and the student is enrolled.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term) - Tuition is approved and published by the school for each year group. The annual tuition and the per-term amount (tuition ÷ 3, billed in three equal instalments) are shown below: - Pre‑KG (FS1): AED 24,160 — Per term (approx.): AED 8,053. - KG1 (FS2): AED 24,160 — Per term (approx.): AED 8,053. - KG2 / Year 1: AED 26,730 — Per term: AED 8,910. - Grade 1 / Year 2: AED 26,730 — Per term: AED 8,910. - Grade 2 / Year 3: AED 28,270 — Per term (approx.): AED 9,423. - Grade 3 / Year 4: AED 28,350 — Per term: AED 9,450. - Grade 4 / Year 5: AED 29,900 — Per term (approx.): AED 9,967. - Grade 5 / Year 6: AED 29,900 — Per term (approx.): AED 9,967. - Grade 6 / Year 7: AED 31,440 — Per term: AED 10,480. - Grade 7 / Year 8: AED 31,440 — Per term: AED 10,480. - Grade 8 / Year 9: AED 32,980 — Per term (approx.): AED 10,993. - Grade 9 / Year 10: AED 32,980 — Per term (approx.): AED 10,993. - Grade 10 / Year 11: AED 34,440 — Per term: AED 11,480. - Grade 11 / Year 12: AED 34,440 — Per term: AED 11,480. - Grade 12 / Year 13: AED 35,980 — Per term (approx.): AED 11,993.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in three equal instalments each academic year: Term 1 due by 31 August, Term 2 due by 30 November and Term 3 due by 1 March. Parents are required to pay each instalment by the due date. Non-payment may result in withholding end-of-year report cards, transfer documents or re-registration until outstanding balances are settled; suspension procedures are defined for extreme cases. - The registration/re-registration fee of AED 1,000 is retained if a student attends any part of week one of the semester or if parents fail to notify the school in writing sufficiently in advance. The registration fee will be reimbursed if the school fails to register a child due to insufficient places.
Boarding - Boarding is not applicable. Wales International School operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees.
Other costs and optional services - Board/external examination fees: Board (external) examination fees are charged separately in line with regulatory requirements; these are billed in addition to tuition. A board-examination fee schedule is issued by the school. - Uniforms: A full school uniform is required (detailed items are specified for Pre‑KG through Grade 12); uniform items are purchased separately and are a parent cost. - Transportation: School bus service is available through the contracted operator; transport is optional and charged separately. Contact details for the transport coordinator are provided by the school for route and fee enquiries. - Other typical additional costs (charged separately) may include textbooks and learning resources, canteen services, optional extracurricular activities and trips; these are billed as applicable and are not included in the annual tuition. Board/exam and specific service charges are additional to the annual tuition.
Refund information and withdrawal charges - When a student leaves after the academic term has begun the school retains a portion of fees according to the attendance period: - If a student attends up to one week of the term (or fails to show without sufficient written notice), the registration/re-registration fee is retained. - If a student attends more than one week and up to three weeks in a term, the school will retain the value of one full month of tuition. - If a student attends over three weeks and up to six weeks in a term, the school will retain the value of two full months of tuition. - If a student attends over six weeks in a term, the school will retain the full-term fee. The value of one month is calculated as the annual tuition divided by ten. Transportation fees are refunded on the same basis as tuition. - Registration/re-registration fees are retained in the cases described above but will be reimbursed if the school is unable to register a child because of insufficient places.
Fee payment options and instructions - The school's published bank payment details are for electronic transfer to Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) — Account Name: WALES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Account Number: 18843723, IBAN: AE730500000000018843723. After payment, parents must send the student name, grade and bank reference to the Accounts Department by email or WhatsApp as instructed by the school. These bank-payment instructions are the published payment channel and the school requests proof of payment be sent to finance.
Notes and governance - Tuition and related fees are charged in accordance with the relevant Abu Dhabi education authority approvals and the school's published fee policy; discounts and any special concessions are applied according to the school's policy. The school's fees and policies include provisions for re-registration, discounts for large families and handling of unpaid fees as outlined in the school's fee policy documents.
Academics
Wales International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Wales International School follows a British curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum of England, culminating in IGCSE and A-level examinations. All lessons are taught in English, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies comprising around 20% of lesson time as prescribed by the UAE Ministry of Education. The school serves ages 3 to 18 in mixed-gender classes. It is privately owned and funded through fees and operates under ADEK licensing. The school has British Schools Middle East (BSME) status.
Admissions
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FAQs
What curriculum does Wales International School follow?
The school follows a British curriculum aligned with the National Curriculum of England, with IGCSE and A-Level examinations. All lessons are taught in English with Arabic and Islamic Studies comprising about 20% of lesson time.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from AED 24,160 to AED 35,980. A registration fee of AED 1,000 is charged on enrolment and deducted from approved tuition.
What accreditations does the school hold?
Wales International School is BSO accredited, a COBIS member, has BSME membership, and holds High Performance Learning accreditation.
How large is the student body?
The school serves around 810-1,123 students representing eight nationalities, with Emirati students forming the majority at approximately a 9:1 local-to-international ratio.
Where is the school located?
The school is located in Al Shamkha, Abu Dhabi, on a purpose-built campus with state-of-the-art facilities.
What sports facilities are available?
Facilities include a gymnasium, football pitch, and swimming pool for student physical education and extracurricular sport.
What academic facilities does the school have?
The campus includes a library, computer labs, science lab, music rooms, and a school clinic alongside the gymnasium and swimming pool.
What food options are available?
The school canteen follows a health and safety policy promoting nutritious, varied foods and beverages, with water and healthy choices prioritised.
Who owns Wales International School?
The school is privately owned by Mr. Hamad Musallam Almazrouei and forms part of a private group of schools in Abu Dhabi.
How do I apply?
Contact admissions to begin the enrolment process. A registration fee of AED 1,000 is payable on enrolment and deducted from tuition fees.
