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Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction
Al Nahda National Schools is a private English-medium day school in Abu Dhabi with separate Boys' and Girls' campuses for ages 4–18. Established in 1983, ANNS offers British and American Curricula, including Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, plus Advanced Placement. The British Program and American Program cover languages, mathematics, sciences, humanities, information technology, Islamic studies, physical education, music, drama and art. The school is licensed by ADEK and the UAE Ministry of Education and accredited by NEASC, CIS, ECIS, Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson-Edexcel, and the SAT Center. Examinations include IGCSEs, GCSEs and A-levels, alongside the BTEC suite. The SAT Center supports university admissions testing. With nearly 5,800 students, the school focuses on high-quality learning and global citizenship, while maintaining its two-campus, gender-segregated model. Extracurriculars feature sports, robotics, and debating, and the school's arts program integrates music, drama and art alongside National Day and Cultural Evenings. National Day celebrations foster cultural awareness.
1 Airport Road, Al Mushrif, W52, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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The Essentials
Al Nahda National Schools has 5,800 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Al Nahda National Schools are located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The schools operate two campuses: the Girls' School and the Boys' School. The mailing address is P.O. Box 815, Abu Dhabi. The schools are licensed by the Abu Dhabi Department of Knowledge and Education (ADEK) and the UAE Ministry of Education.
Stages
Two campuses serve different year groups. Girls in Kindergarten to Grade 3 attend the Girls' School; girls in Grades 4-12 also attend the Girls' School. Boys in Grades 4-12 attend the Boys' School.
Type
ANNS is a private, fee-paying day school with two single-sex campuses (the Girls' School and the Boys' School). There are no boarding facilities listed.
Additional learning support
The school provides support for students with learning difficulties. It also offers programs for gifted and talented students.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation listed. The school operates in the UAE and offers American and British curricula.
Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is listed.
School day structure
The administration offices operate Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 to 15:00 and Friday from 8:00 to 12:00. The site does not publish fixed start and end times for the school day.
Bus service
ANNS offers a school transportation service. Sign up for transport is completed through the re-registration process. If pickup details change, guardians must update them; only listed guardians may collect a child. A bus supervisor oversees pickups and drop-offs.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Al Nahda National Schools ranges from AED 17,730 to AED 33,020 for 2026/27.
Application and registration fees - A non‑refundable registration/seat‑reservation fee is charged on offer acceptance; the school applies a registration/re‑registration charge equal to 5% of the annual tuition fee (adjustable and then deducted against the tuition invoice).
Per‑term breakdown (three instalments) - The school issues tuition invoices in three termly instalments. The per‑term amounts below are shown as equal, termly instalments (annual fee divided by three) for reference. See the annual amounts above for full‑year totals. - Kindergarten 2 / Kindergarten 3: AED 5,910 per term. - Grade 1 / Grade 2: AED 7,303 per term. - Grade 3: AED 7,333 per term. - Grade 4 / Grade 5 / Grade 6: AED 7,677 per term. - Grade 7 / Grade 8: AED 8,393 per term. - Grade 9: AED 10,020 per term. - Grade 10 / Grade 11 / Grade 12: AED 11,007 per term.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed on a term basis and payments are expected according to the school's term calendar (three instalments across the academic year). Term invoices are issued at the start of each term and parents must settle the invoices or provide the required post‑dated cheques / payment arrangements by the stated due dates. - The registration/re‑registration charge (5% of annual tuition) is payable on offer acceptance and is adjusted against the tuition invoice for the year. - Outstanding fees from a previous year must be settled before re‑registration will be accepted.
Boarding fees - Al Nahda National Schools operate as day schools. There is no boarding or hostel provision; all students are day pupils.
Other costs and typical additional charges - School transport: typical annual charge AED 4,500 (transport availability and final route fees are confirmed at registration). - Books and learning resources: typical range AED 910 to AED 2,080 per year depending on grade; for early years the prospectus itemises a separate books charge (see K2 breakdown above). Digital learning resources are included within tuition and are processed as part of re‑registration. - Uniform: a typical uniform charge is shown around AED 250 (varies by campus/grade and by required items). - Examination / external assessment fees and optional activity charges: these are charged separately where applicable (year‑group and subject dependent).
Refund information - The registration/re‑registration charge is treated as non‑refundable and is adjusted against tuition when the place is accepted. Security deposits (where required by other institutions) are normally refundable on leaving after due adjustments; standard ADEK‑aligned refund practices apply to deposits and fee refunds.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include bank transfer, cheque and cash; the school also provides online payment capability for registration and invoices via the parent portal. Payment by card or instalment facilities may be available through the school's payment channels or approved third‑party providers — confirm with the school finance office when arranging payment.
Notes - Fees differ by campus and by curriculum offered (American vs British routes); annual fee levels above are those published for the current academic year and are shown by year group.
Academics
Al Nahda National Schools teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
Al Nahda National Schools (ANNS) offer two international curricula on its Abu Dhabi campuses: the British Program aligned with the Cambridge International Curriculum and the American Program aligned with US standards. The curriculum encompasses Languages, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Information Technology, Islamic Studies, Physical Education, Music, Drama and Art, with English as the language of instruction. The Girls School site states kindergarten through grade 12, with the Primary division KG–Grade 6 and the Secondary division Grades 7–12, and notes that boys transfer to the Boys' campus after Grade 3. In the British Program, Cambridge IGCSE examinations are taken in Grades 9–10 with Arabic and Islamic Studies mandatory; students may choose from English (First/Second Language), English Literature, IT, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, Accounting, Business Studies, French, Urdu and Art & Design. Under the American Program, the curriculum aligns with the Common Core Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, uses New Generation Standards for Science, and follows MOE standards for Arabic, Islamic Studies and Social Studies, with Advanced Placement (AP) examinations available and Pearson Edexcel IAL offered for senior levels. ANNS uses English as the primary medium of instruction.
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Online registration and submission of the application and all required supporting documents. You will be given a reference number for your application. 2. Attend the oral interview after the application is accepted. 3. From the first to the twelfth grades, there is a computer-based entrance exam. 4. Register in the ADEK system. 5. Attend the interview and exam. 6. Pay the registration fees. The registration page notes that new registrations for the 2025-2026 academic year begin in January and continue throughout the year. 360-degree school tours are available for the Girls' Primary Campus, Girls' Secondary Campus, and Boys' Campus (A & B) as well as Campus Block C. For inquiries, contact the Registration Department via the provided channels.
Waitlist
If there are no available seats in the required class, the registration request is placed on a waiting list with a maximum capacity. Priority is given to students with siblings already in the school or whose parents are employees. Guardians receive text and email updates, and status can be viewed through the parent portal.
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FAQs
Where are the two Al Nahda National Schools campuses located and what grades do they serve?
There are separate Boys and Girls Schools in Abu Dhabi. The Boys School serves Grades 4–12 (Primary 4–6, Middle 7–9, Secondary 10–12) and the Girls School serves Kindergarten through Grade 12 (Primary KG–Grade 6, Secondary 7–12). Both campuses operate under ADEK and the UAE Ministry of Education. The overall age range is about 4 to 18 years.
What curricula does ANNS offer and what type of school is it?
ANNS offers both The British Program and The American Program as private English‑medium day schools with two campuses. The school is accredited by NEASC, CIS, ECIS, Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson‑Edexcel, and the SAT Center, and it provides Cambridge/Edexcel exams and SAT admissions testing.
When was ANNS established and who leads the two campuses?
ANNS was opened in 1983. The Boys School is led by Head of School Ahlam Abou Radi, and the Girls School is led by Head of School Salma Sidqi Eid. The schools are governed by a Board of Trustees and managed by a General Manager and a Director General.
What is the tuition range at ANNS and how is it billed?
Annual tuition ranges from AED 17,730 (Kindergarten) to AED 33,020 (Senior grades). Tuition is invoiced in three equal term installments. A non‑refundable registration/re‑registration charge of 5% of the annual tuition is paid on offer acceptance and deducted from the tuition.
What is the admissions process for ANNS?
Applications are submitted online with required supporting documents and a reference number is issued. After agreeing to the policy and English proficiency considerations, there is an oral interview and a computer‑based entrance exam from Grade 1–12. Parents pay the registration/ADEK fees and receive status updates via text/email through the parent portal.
Is there a waitlist for admissions and are scholarships available?
If there are no available seats in the required class, the registration is placed on a waiting list with a maximum capacity. Priority is given to siblings and children of employees. Scholarships are not listed in the provided data.
What academic programs and qualifications can students pursue at ANNS?
Students can pursue both the British and American curricula, with Cambridge International Examinations and Pearson‑Edexcel qualifications, including IGCSEs, GCSEs, A‑levels, and the BTEC suite. The SAT Center supports university admissions testing.
What subjects are included in the ANNS curriculum?
The curriculum covers languages, mathematics, sciences, humanities, information technology, Islamic studies, physical education, music, drama, and art.
Do you have information on exam results or class sizes?
Specific exam results, student–teacher ratios, and higher education outcomes are not provided in the data.
How are ANNS's campuses structured and licensed?
There are two separate campuses in Abu Dhabi—the Girls' School and the Boys' School—each licensed by ADEK and the UAE Ministry of Education.
What facilities or spaces does ANNS offer?
The data confirms two campuses and a broad range of extracurricular activities, but it does not detail specific facilities like labs, libraries, or sports halls.
How many students attend ANNS across its campuses?
The school serves around 5,800 students across the two campuses.
What extracurricular activities does ANNS offer beyond academics?
Extracurricular activities include sports, robotics, and debating, along with National Day and Cultural Evenings that showcase student talents.
Are there leadership opportunities and parental involvement?
There is an active Parents/Parent Teacher Association (PTA) inviting parental participation, and the school emphasizes community activities; explicit student leadership programs aren't listed in the data.
What cultural events does ANNS host or participate in?
National Day celebrations and Cultural Evenings are highlighted as important events that foster teamwork and cultural awareness.
How does ANNS support English language learners and students with different needs?
English Language Specialists provide EAL support, and beginner English learners may be admitted up to Grade 6 to develop proficiency before mainstreaming.
What wellbeing, safeguarding, and SEN provisions does ANNS have?
The school offers pastoral and social support networks, an inclusion/SEN policy, safeguarding and student protection policies, and mental wellbeing initiatives as part of its support framework.
Is ANNS a boarding school, and what about uniform or meals?
ANNS is a day school with no boarding provision. Specific details on uniforms and meals aren't provided in the data.
How is ANNS governed and regulated?
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees and led by a General Manager and a Director General, with licenses from ADEK and the UAE Ministry of Education.
What accreditations does ANNS hold and has it won awards?
ANNS is accredited by NEASC, CIS, ECIS, Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson‑Edexcel, and the SAT Center. Awards are not listed in the provided data.
