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Strengths IB Continuum, Taaleem Group, Two Campuses
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Sports and Physical, Arts and Creative
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Raha International School (RIS) is an IB Continuum school in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, part of the Taaleem education group. The Gardens Campus is Abu Dhabi's first IB Continuum school, and the nearby Khalifa City Campus offers state-of-the-art facilities. RIS fosters global citizens with a lifelong love of learning through inquiry-based and collaborative education. The school has a close-knit community with a comprehensive extracurricular programme spanning culture, sports, visual and performing arts, and general activities.
11 Al Mutafani St, Khalifa City, Sector 13, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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The Essentials
Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus has 1,700 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.
Location
Khalifa City Campus is located at 11 Al Mutafani Street, Khalifa City, Sector 13, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in Khalifa City within the Al Raha Gardens area and is part of Raha International School's two-campus system. The two Ris campuses are about a seven-minute drive apart, reflecting a compact Khalifa City campus network.
Stages
Khalifa City Campus offers Early Years (KCC Minis) through Grade 12. It is an International Baccalaureate continuum school, providing the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).
Type
Co-educational, day school. The Khalifa City Campus operates as a secular, co-ed institution with day schooling (no boarding).
Pupil Nationality Mix
RIS serves a highly international community. Gardens Campus reports 90+ nationalities represented. Third-party listings commonly note 80–90 nationalities across the group, with Emirati listed as the most common nationality and a local-to-international ratio around 7:43.
Additional learning support
Raha International School provides wellbeing and inclusion support, including inclusion staff as part of its inclusiveIB framework. An Inclusion Teacher (MYP) role is advertised for Khalifa City Campus, indicating formal SEN/SEN-adjacent support.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation: United Arab Emirates. The school operates in the UAE and is part of the Taaleem group, an IB World School network.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation: None stated; the school operates as a secular IB World School.
School day structure
School days typically start around 7:30–7:50. EY ends earlier (EY1 around 1:00; EY2 around 2:00). Primary and secondary groups generally finish around 2:50, with some variation by year group. Friday hours are shorter (often around 12:30).
Bus service
Raha International School outsources bus transportation to external providers; Seven Stars Transport operates the service with door-to-door routes and monitors on each bus. Annual bus costs are around AED 5,000–5,750 per child, with routes covering Khalifa City A&B and other Abu Dhabi areas. Parents can register and pay via the Front Office.
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Fees
Annual tuition at Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus ranges from AED 41,550 to AED 65,500 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees
- A non‑refundable deposit of 5% of the annual tuition is required to confirm an offered place; this deposit is deducted from the tuition and a seat cannot be held until this payment is received.
Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts for Khalifa City Campus)
These amounts are the published annual tuition figures for the Khalifa City Campus.
Fees per term / billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed across three instalments (one instalment per term). Instalment payments are due one month prior to the start of each term; exact due dates and the invoice breakdown are specified on the school invoice.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Raha International School operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees.
Other costs and additional charges
- Registration / re‑registration: a non‑refundable re-/registration fee is charged for new and returning students; the school will advise the amount and the due date and the registration fee is adjusted against Term 1 fees. - Uniforms: the full school uniform, including PE and sports kits, must be purchased from Magrudy's (Forsan Central Mall or Magrudy's online). Uniform costs are additional to tuition. - Bus / transport: school transport is provided through a contracted provider (Emirates Transport); transport is charged separately. Exact route and annual bus fees are published by the school via its transport information. - Textbooks and materials: included in tuition for EY1 up to Grade 10; Diploma (Grade 11/12) textbooks and some IB exam costs are additional and must be purchased separately. - Extra‑curricular activities: most teacher‑led activities are included in tuition; some activities (materials or externally run activities) may incur additional charges. - SEN / EAL: if a student requires English language support or Special Educational Needs support identified at assessment, an additional charge for that support will apply and parents will be notified.
Refund information
- The registration / re‑registration fee is non‑refundable but is adjusted against the first term fee. Other refunds (if any) are governed by the school's fee policy and invoicing; the school reserves the right to withhold final results and transfer documentation until all fees are settled.
Fee payment options
- Credit card: parents can use Emirates NBD or Emirates Islamic credit cards and convert tuition payments into interest‑free (0%) instalment plans through those banks (subject to the bank's terms and any one‑time bank processing fee). - Invoices set out payment deadlines; the school's invoices and admissions correspondence indicate the acceptable payment methods and any processing details.
Academics
Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Raha International School Khalifa City Campus follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum, delivering the Primary Years Programme and Middle Years Programme, with the Diploma Programme started at Khalifa City Campus in August 2024. Gardens Campus also offers the Diploma Programme for ages 16-19. Khalifa City Campus currently houses Early Years to Grade 10 and will grow to Grade 12. The two campuses share leadership and planning to deliver consistent teaching and learning. The campus facilities include an 8-lane 25-metre swimming pool, a double-size gym with indoor running track, two football pitches, science labs, and product and digital design studios. The language of instruction is English; ADEK rated the Khalifa City Campus GOOD.
Exam Results
DP results for 2022: Pass Rate 98%; RIS average total points 33.8; 28% of students achieved 40+ points; 81% achieved 30+ points.
Higher Education Progression
University destinations are provided through Raha's University Destinations resources.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
Raha International School operates two campuses: Gardens Campus and Khalifa City Campus. The Khalifa City Campus address is Khalifa City A Sector 25, Cnr 56th and Al Tashreef Street, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Khalifa City Campus telephone number is +971 (0)2 5505 271.
School Events
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FAQs
What curriculum does Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus follow?
The school operates as an IB Continuum school.
What age range does Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / Registration fees**
- A non‑refundable deposit of 5% of the annual tuition is required to confirm an offered place; this deposit is deducted from the tuition and a seat cannot be held...
What type of school is Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus?
Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus is a co-educational school.
Where is Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus located?
Located at 11 Al Mutafani St, Khalifa City, Sector 13, Abu Dhabi.
Does the school offer a bus service?
Raha International School outsources bus transportation to external providers; Seven Stars Transport operates the service with door-to-door routes and monitors on each bus. Annual bus costs are around...
Is the school religiously affiliated?
Religious affiliation: None stated; the school operates as a secular IB World School.
What accreditations does the school hold?
IB World School authorisation.
Does the school provide learning support?
The school identifies Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Multi-lingual Learners (MLL), and Gifted and Talented individuals, with an Inclusion...
What languages are taught?
English is the primary language of instruction.
How many students attend the school?
Raha International School - Khalifa City Campus has approximately 1700 students.
What is the admissions process?
1. Contact admissions at +971 2 5505 271.
2. Submit an application.
3. Complete assessments.
4. Receive offer and enroll.
