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Yas American Academy has 1,136 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.
Location
Yas American Academy is located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus address is 19 Al Tahaddur Street, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Stages
The school provides education from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. It follows the American Massachusetts State Curriculum and is NEASC-accredited.
Type
Yas American Academy operates as a co-educational private day school. Boarding facilities are not described or offered.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The academy serves students from over 40 nationalities. The total student body is 1,136, with 743 Emirati students (local) and about 393 international students, making Emirati the largest local group. The largest nationality groups listed for students include UAE, USA, and Jordan.
Additional learning support
The academy has an Inclusion Policy aligned with ADEK policies. It identifies Students of Determination early and provides a dedicated Inclusion team (Head of Inclusion, Inclusion Teachers, and Inclusion Assistants), with Documented Learning Plans (DLPs) for Elementary and Secondary. The policy specifies accommodations, MAP-based assessment considerations, access to therapy services, and active collaboration with parents.
Country affiliation
Affiliation to the United States is reflected in the Massachusetts State Curriculum and NEASC accreditation; the school is part of Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated; the network welcomes students from all cultures and religions.
School day structure
The school day generally runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a shorter schedule on Fridays (7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.).
Bus service
A School Bus Service is available with GPS tracking. The school coordinates with transportation providers and supports arrangements for students with additional learning needs to access buses where required.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Yas American Academy ranges from AED 57,090 to AED 68,850 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration Fees
- A non-refundable registration fee equal to 5% of the annual tuition fee is payable when an offer is accepted; this amount is deductible against the final term's tuition. - A re-registration fee equal to 5% of the annual tuition fee is payable to guarantee a place for the following academic year; this is deductible against the final term's tuition.
Tuition fees (per year and term, by year group)
- PRE-KG / KG1 / KG2: AED 57,090 per annum — Term 1 AED 22,836; Term 2 AED 17,127; Term 3 AED 17,127. - Grade 1 – Grade 5: AED 59,330 per annum — Term 1 AED 23,732; Term 2 AED 17,799; Term 3 AED 17,799. - Grade 6 – Grade 8: AED 63,820 per annum — Term 1 AED 25,528; Term 2 AED 19,146; Term 3 AED 19,146. - Grade 9 – Grade 12: AED 68,850 per annum — Term 1 AED 27,540; Term 2 AED 20,655; Term 3 AED 20,655.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is divided into three instalments and invoiced on a termly basis. Term 1 covers September–December, Term 2 covers January–March, and Term 3 covers April–June. - Standard invoice due dates: Term 1 due 1 August; Term 2 due 1 December; Term 3 due 1 March. A full-year invoice for all three terms may be issued with a due date of 1 August upon request. - Registration fee payment is required promptly after offer acceptance (registration fee due within seven days of offer acceptance). Re-registration deadlines and timelines may be set in advance by the school. - The registration / re-registration fees are adjustable against the final term's tuition. Schools may collect registration fees several months prior to the start of an academic year.
Late payment / non-payment consequences
- The school issues three consecutive written warning notices (each at least one week apart) for late or non-payment. Persistent non-payment may result in short-term suspension (up to three days), withholding of examination report cards or transfer certificates, and withholding of re-enrolment until outstanding fees are settled.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable; there are no boarding fees for Yas American Academy. (The fee structure and associated materials list day-school items such as tuition, transport, uniforms and examinations but do not include boarding fees.)
Other costs and optional charges
- Uniforms: Uniforms are not included in tuition and can be purchased separately online or in person. - Bus transport: Annual bus transport for a return journey is advertised at AED 5,000 per year (subject to change). - Food services, examination fees (external exams), and some extra-curricular activities are not included in tuition and incur additional charges. External examination fees and certain externally delivered ECAs carry separate charges. - Some teacher-led extra-curricular activities are included in tuition; extra activities run by external providers require additional payment directly to the provider.
Discounts, rebates and scholarships
- Sibling rebate: families enrolling three or more children receive a rebate — third child 10% off annual tuition; fourth child and above 15% off annual tuition. - Promotional offers and scholarship details (where applicable) include specific percentage discounts for qualifying pupils (for example, a scholarship programme offering a 20% tuition reduction and targeted welcome discounts for early years enrollment). Eligibility and terms apply.
Refund information
- Registration fee refund: the registration fee is refundable for new students if written notification of withdrawal is provided at least two weeks prior to the start of the new academic year. - Re-registration fee refund: the re-registration fee is refundable if written notification is provided on or before 30 June. The re-registration fee is non-transferable to another child. - Tuition retention on early withdrawal: if a student attends up to part of the first week and then discontinues without sufficient written notice, the school may retain up to 5% of the annual tuition. If a student attends 1–3 weeks in a term, the school may retain one month's tuition; if attendance is over 3–6 weeks, two months' tuition may be retained; attendance over six weeks typically results in retention of the full term fee. These retention rules apply to early withdrawals.
Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods: online payment link, bank transfer, cheque, credit card and debit card. Cash payments are not accepted. Returned cheques will incur bank charges payable by the parent. - Instalment options: 0% interest payment plans are available through partner banks and certain credit cards (examples of partner banks include FAB, ADIB and ENBD) to spread fee payments over monthly instalments. Specific bank partner terms apply.
Notes and exclusions
- Tuition fees do not include uniform, food services, transport, examination fees or extra-curricular activities provided by external providers. All curriculum books for core activities are included within tuition, but additional materials or optional items may be charged separately.
Academics
Yas American Academy teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The Yas American Academy curriculum is based on the American Massachusetts State Curriculum, incorporating Common Core, NGSS and SHAPE frameworks, and is delivered through play-based learning in Kindergarten, inquiry-based learning in elementary, and project-based learning in middle and high school, with Arabic instruction aligned to UAE MOE guidelines. The High School offers General and Advanced course pathways with a broad range of electives and AP courses, leading to the American High School Diploma. The diploma is the standard qualification for entry to leading US universities and is increasingly recognised by other leading higher education institutions worldwide. The academy holds NEASC accreditation and is designated a School of Character by the Jubilee Centre, with a West Yas Way values framework including Integrity, Respect, Determination, Collaboration and Innovation embedded across the curriculum. The curriculum spans Pre-KG through Grade 12, with year-group progression mapped in academy materials.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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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 assist you. This initial contact helps outline next steps and provides guidance on the enrolment process. 2. Schedule a tour or a meeting with our Senior Leadership team to learn more about Yas American Academy. This allows you to ask questions about the curriculum, facilities, and school culture. 3. Submit your completed application; the Admissions Team will be in touch within 2 working days. You will be guided through the next steps and timelines for assessment and decision-making. 4. Within 2 working days of a successful assessment, you will receive an offer of a place at the Academy. After you accept the offer and pay the registration fee, enrollment is confirmed.
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 Academic Year are now open. The Aldar Academies Scholarship Programme recognizes exceptional talent in Academic Achievement, Sports, Innovation & Digital Technology, Creative & Performing Arts, and Arabic Studies. The programme provides a tuition-fee reduction until graduation and is available for both new and existing students across Yas American Academy and other Aldar Academies. Available scholarship sites include Yas American Academy, Al Ain British Academy, Mamoura British Academy, and Bateen World Academy. The scholarship programme is open from Grade 6 onwards. Applicants must first secure a student place before progressing with a scholarship application, and both a place and scholarship must be applied for simultaneously. The scheme and participating schools operate within Aldar Academies, with fees regulated by ADEK.
School Events
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FAQs
What curriculum does Yas American Academy follow?
The school follows the Massachusetts State curriculum incorporating Common Core, NGSS, and SHAPE frameworks, with play-based learning in KG, inquiry-based in elementary, and project-based in middle and high school.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from AED 57,090 for Pre-KG/KG to AED 68,850 for Grades 9-12. A 5% registration fee is payable on acceptance and deductible from the final term's tuition.
Does Yas American Academy provide SEN support?
Yes, with a Head of Inclusion and dedicated team using Documented Learning Plans and an Assess-Plan-Do-Review model. Tier 2 and 3 support includes termly targets and reviews.
What percentage of students are EAL?
75% of students are learning English as an Additional Language. The ELL policy uses NGRT and WIDA screening tools to identify and support language learners.
What is the House system?
Four houses operate: Emerald (Green), Ruby (Red), Diamond (Grey), and Onyx (Black). Students wear house-colour sports tops for events and compete in inter-house activities.
What are the school hours?
The school day runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, with Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, a school bus service with GPS tracking is available. The school coordinates arrangements for students with additional learning needs to access buses.
What enrichment activities are available?
Over 100 extracurricular activities are offered, including a partnership with Yas Marina Circuit for motorsport enrichment and the Quality Mark Ace School of Character programme.
Who operates the school?
Yas American Academy is part of Aldar Academies, owned by Aldar Education. It is one of seven schools in the Aldar Academies group.
How do I apply?
Contact admissions and submit required documents. A 5% registration fee is payable on acceptance and deductible from the final term's tuition.
What is the student demographic?
The school serves 1,136 students from over 40 nationalities, with 743 Emirati and about 393 international students on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Is the school NEASC accredited?
Yes, Yas American Academy is accredited by NEASC and has earned the Quality Mark Ace School of Character recognition.
