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Bateen World Academy has 534 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Located in Abu Dhabi city, in the Al Manaseer/Al Manhal area on Khalifah Bin Shakhbout Street. The campus address is Khalifah Bin Shakhbout Street, Al Manaseer Area. The school is accessible via the city's main roads in central Abu Dhabi and is set in a residential, urban neighbourhood.
Stages
The school serves students from FS1 through Year 13. In Primary, the curriculum is the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); in Years 7–9 students follow the English National Curriculum; Years 10–11 use I/GCSEs; and Years 12–13 pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes students from more than 60 nationalities; the school serves internationally minded expatriate and Emirati families, with a highly diverse international mix.
Additional learning support
Bateen World Academy emphasises inclusive learning with pastoral support and tailored approaches for students who need extra help, developed in collaboration with families and learned teams.
Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school is part of Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi and operates as an international school.
Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation; the school welcomes students from all cultures and religions. Islamic Studies and Moral Education are provided in line with UAE requirements for Muslim students.
School day structure
The typical school day runs from about 7:30 to 15:00, Monday to Thursday, with a shorter Friday schedule from 7:30 to 12:00. A mid-day break and lunch period are included in the timetable.
Bus service
Aldar Academies' transport is provided by Emirates Transport. The annual return-bus fee is 5,000 AED, subject to ADEK approval. Routes and enrollment are coordinated through the Admissions team; buses are air-conditioned and offered on a door-to-door basis where possible.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Bateen World Academy ranges from AED 54,000 to AED 75,310 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees - A registration (application) fee is charged on acceptance of an offer. For the 2025/2026 academic year this is set at 5% of the annual tuition fee and is deducted against the final term's tuition.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term breakdown, AED) - FS1: AED 54,000 per year — Term 1: AED 21,600; Term 2: AED 16,200; Term 3: AED 16,200. - FS2: AED 58,090 per year — Term 1: AED 23,236; Term 2: AED 17,427; Term 3: AED 17,427. - Year 1 – Year 6: AED 62,600 per year — Term 1: AED 25,040; Term 2: AED 18,780; Term 3: AED 18,780. - Year 7 – Year 8: AED 64,160 per year — Term 1: AED 25,664; Term 2: AED 19,248; Term 3: AED 19,248. - Year 9: AED 68,790 per year — Term 1: AED 27,516; Term 2: AED 20,637; Term 3: AED 20,637. - Year 10 – Year 11: AED 72,270 per year — Term 1: AED 28,908; Term 2: AED 21,681; Term 3: AED 21,681. - Year 12 – Year 13: AED 75,310 per year — Term 1: AED 30,124; Term 2: AED 22,593; Term 3: AED 22,593. These tuition figures and the three-term breakdown apply to the current approved fee schedule.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in three terms corresponding to the Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3 amounts shown above. The school enforces a multi-installment billing schedule in line with regulatory requirements (three or more tuition installments per academic year). The first installment may be collected before the academic year starts. - The registration fee charged on acceptance is applied against tuition as described above.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered; the academy operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees.
Other costs and additional fees - Uniforms: uniform purchases are separate to tuition and can be obtained through the named supplier (Magrudy at Al Wahda Mall) or the school's uniform ordering channel. Uniform costs are additional to tuition. - Transport: bus transport is provided through the approved provider; the published indicative annual cost is approximately AED 5,000 per student for a return journey (subject to change and route availability). Transport fees are charged separately. - Food services (school meals) are not included in the tuition figure and are charged separately where used. External examination fees (e.g., IGCSE / A-level / IB exam costs) are additional and charged as applicable. Some extra‑curricular activities led by external providers require separate payments. Tuition does include standard curriculum books.
Refund information - Registration/re-registration fees are charged in line with regulatory guidance and are adjusted against tuition. Regulatory guidance states registration fees may be refundable in specific circumstances (for example, if the school cannot accommodate the student, or if a new student withdraws a prescribed period before the start of the academic year); schools may retain re-registration fees for returning students as permitted under the regulator's rules. Refunds and their conditions follow the regulator's fee policy and the academy's published fee terms.
Fee payment options - Available payment methods include bank transfer and cheque. The academy also supports digital payment options such as the local PayIt wallet/app and offers 0% credit-card installment plans through partner banks (example partners listed include FAB, ADIB and ENBD). The finance office handles invoicing and payment processing; available plans and partner bank offers are applied according to the academy's published arrangements.
Notes and exclusions - Tuition figures stated above do not include uniforms, transport, food services, external examination charges or certain extra‑curricular activities. All fee levels are subject to regulatory approval and can be adjusted only with the regulator's authorisation. The academy publishes fee schedules and follows ADEK's rules on fee collection, registration fees and instalment arrangements.
Academics
Bateen World Academy teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The curriculum is built on an adapted English National Curriculum and progresses through a sequence of IB-based programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Primary, I/GCSE in Middle School, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in Senior School. FS1 and Primary years (up to Year 6) are delivered under the PYP with EYFS alignment, emphasising inquiry-based learning and Approaches to Learning. Arabic Language, UAE Social Studies, Moral Education, and Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) are taught to meet UAE MOE requirements within the English National Curriculum framework. In Years 7–9, students undertake I/GCSE qualifications within the English National Curriculum with an international dimension. In Years 12–13, students study the IB Diploma Programme, including the six subject groups and the DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, Service, and the Extended Essay).
Exam Results
GCSE and IB Diploma results are described as strong, with performance above world averages.
Higher Education Progression
Many Year 13 graduates gain places at top universities, with around 50% entering top-200 universities worldwide and about 20% into the top-50.
Wellbeing
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit your enquiry online; a Parent Relations Executive will respond within 2 working days to help with next steps. 2. Schedule a tour or meeting with the Senior Leadership team to learn more about the Academy. 3. Submit a completed application; the Admissions Team will be in touch within 2 working days. 4. After a successful assessment, an offer of a place is made within 2 working days; once the offer is accepted and the registration fee is paid, enrolment proceeds.
Scholarships
The Aldar Academies Scholarship Programme is available to Bateen World Academy students from Year 7 onwards. Scholarships cover tuition fee reductions and recognize achievements in Academic Achievement, Sports, Innovation & Digital Technology, Creative & Performing Arts, and Arabic Studies. Applications can be submitted alongside a student place application; the programme applies across participating Aldar academies, including Bateen. Scholarships may be available to both new and current students for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Bateen World Academy follow?
Bateen offers IB PYP in Primary, the English National Curriculum in Years 7-9, IGCSE in Years 10-11, and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12-13.
What ages does the school serve?
The school serves students from FS1 age 3 through to Year 13, covering early years, primary, secondary, and sixth form.
How diverse is the student body?
Bateen has 534 students from more than 60 nationalities, creating a highly diverse international community in central Abu Dhabi.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from AED 54,000 for FS1 to AED 75,310 for Year 12-13. Registration is 5% of tuition, deducted from the final term. Bus transport is AED 5,000 annually.
Where do graduates go to university?
Around 50% of graduates enter top-200 universities worldwide and about 20% enter the top-50, with strong IB Diploma results supporting placement.
What learning support is available?
A tiered Inclusion model (Tier 1-3) supports SEN, Gifted and Talented, and EAL students. Staff include a Head of Inclusion, Head of G&T, and Head of EAL. Learning Plans and Behaviour Intervention Plans are used.
What are the school hours?
Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 3:00pm. Friday 7:30am to 12:00pm.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, Aldar Academies transport via Emirates Transport costs AED 5,000 annually, subject to ADEK approval. Routes are coordinated through the Admissions team.
Is the school part of a group?
Yes, Bateen World Academy is part of Aldar Academies, one of Abu Dhabi's leading school groups.
What is the school's ADEK rating?
Bateen is described as a top-rated non-selective international school, with GCSE and IB Diploma results above world averages.
When was the school founded?
Bateen World Academy opened in 2011 in the Al Manaseer area of Abu Dhabi.
What languages are taught?
English is the medium of instruction. Arabic Language, UAE Social Studies, Moral Education, and Islamic Studies are taught as required by UAE regulations.
