Al Nahda National Schools - Girls vs Future Leaders International Private School – Rabdan

	A Al Nahda National Schools - Girls Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates	F Future Leaders International Private School – Rabdan Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 17,730 - 33,020	Fees / year AED 23,000 - 28,000
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 17 years
Type	Type Boys School, Girls School	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Advanced Placement (AP)	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 5,800	Pupils 2,500
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1983	Opened 2023
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location Al Maqta Street, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi, UAE (P.O. Box 56955).
Stages	Stages —	Stages Kindergarten (KG 1–KG 2) and Elementary (Grade 1–4).
School type	School type —	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation United States (Virginia State Standards of Learning).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure KG 1–KG 2: Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–1:00 PM; Friday 7:30 AM–11:40 AM. Grade 1–4: Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–2:45 PM; Friday 7:30 AM–11:50 AM. Morning drop-off from 7:20 AM; KG and elementary use different gates; late arrival slips issued after 7:50 AM.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details INDIGO TRANSPORT; Bus information via br1-bustransportation@futureleaders.sch.ae; bus transportation fees published in the admissions packet.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details —	Fee details Fee overview for Academic Year 2026–2027 Application and enrollment fees - Assessment / new-student application charge: AED 1,000 payable after the admission assessment; this amount is deducted from the first year's tuition. - Re-enrollment / re-registration fee for returning students (KG2 to Grade 7) to confirm a place for the next academic year: AED 1,000; this amount is deducted from the annual tuition. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term amounts) — full details Note: Tuition is billed annually but payable in three equal installments; per-term figures below are the annual tuition divided by three. - Pre-School (3–4 years): - Annual tuition: AED 23,000. - Per term (3 installments): AED 7,667 (AED 23,000 ÷ 3). - Books fee: AED 415. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 350. - KG1: - Annual tuition: AED 23,000. - Per term: AED 7,667. - Books fee: AED 415. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 350. - KG2: - Annual tuition: AED 23,000. - Per term: AED 7,667. - Books fee: AED 1,530. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 350. - Grade 1: - Annual tuition: AED 25,000. - Per term: AED 8,333. - Books fee: AED 2,255. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 2: - Annual tuition: AED 25,000. - Per term: AED 8,333. - Books fee: AED 1,860. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 3: - Annual tuition: AED 25,000. - Per term: AED 8,333. - Books fee: AED 1,870. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 4: - Annual tuition: AED 25,000. - Per term: AED 8,333. - Books fee: AED 1,740. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 5: - Annual tuition: AED 25,000. - Per term: AED 8,333. - Books fee: AED 2,250. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 6: - Annual tuition: AED 28,000. - Per term: AED 9,333. - Books fee: AED 2,770. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000. - Uniform: AED 360. - Grade 7: - Annual tuition: AED 28,000. - Per term: AED 9,333. - Books / uniform: not listed for this grade in the published fee schedule. - Bus fee (two-way): AED 5,000 where applicable. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition payment schedule (three installments): - 1st installment due: August 1, 2026. - 2nd installment due: December 1, 2026. - 3rd installment due: March 1, 2027. - All installment payments may be made by cheque, cash, card or bank transfer. - Books and uniform fees must be paid with the Term 1 fees (they cannot be deferred into later installments). Uniform fees are charged inclusive of VAT (5%). Bus fees are subject to seat availability and route feasibility; the school operates only a two-way bus service. Boarding fees - Boarding is not provided; transport is offered as a separate two-way bus service (bus fee AED 5,000). Other costs and routine extras - One-time or per-year items shown in the fee schedule: books fees (vary by grade), uniform charges (vary by grade), and the bus fee (AED 5,000 for two-way service). These specific amounts are listed above under each grade. - Bus service enrolment requires pickup/drop-off details and is provided subject to route feasibility and seat availability. Refund information and withdrawal charges - Transportation fees are refundable if the bus service was not used. Other fees may be refundable if the associated items or services remain unused. Refunds and any retention on withdrawal are handled in accordance with ADEK regulations. The school's published fees policy identifies specific retention amounts for short-notice withdrawals (for example, a stated retention of two months' tuition in some short-notice cases) and confirms refunds follow ADEK guidance. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Cheque, Card and Bank Transfer. The finance office is available to accept payments during stated office hours. - Bank transfer details (for direct payments): - Account name: FUTURE LEADERS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE SCHOOL BR1. - Bank: First Abu Dhabi Bank. - Account No: 4031005815093001. - IBAN: AE760354031005815093001. - Swift: NBADAEAAXXX. Practical notes for payment handling - The AED 1,000 assessment/new-student and re-enrollment fees are deducted from the annual tuition (not additional to the published tuition once applied). Books and uniform fees must accompany the first installment. Refunds and any deductions on withdrawal will follow the school's fees policy and ADEK guidance.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details American curriculum based on Virginia State Standards of Learning and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Arabic, Islamic, Social Studies and Moral Education are taught as MOE-required subjects. The program embeds UAE heritage and values throughout. Arabic and Islamic are taught within Native and Non-Native groups. French is offered as an extracurricular activity.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates are prepared to enroll in the best and most appropriate international higher education institutions.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The Social Worker at FLIS-Rabdan supports students and parents with social and emotional concerns. Elementary: br1-lana@futureleaders.sch.ae; KG Parents: br1-mervat@futureleaders.sch.ae. Communication with teachers occurs via Seesaw and email, and the Parent Portal provides attendance information and messages.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing The Social Worker collaborates to support students' social and emotional wellbeing. The school has a Nurse and a Health & Safety Officer on site to address health-related wellbeing needs (Nurse: br1-clinic@futureleaders.sch.ae; Health & Safety Officer: br1-ohs@futureleaders.sch.ae).
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The school has a Child Protection Policy and a Technology & Safety Policy to safeguard students, and states that every student has the right to protection from harm. It outlines safeguarding in information technology use and emphasizes parental involvement through the FLIS-Rabdan Educational Communication Protocol. Communications with parents are facilitated via Orison (Parent Portal) and Seesaw. A Health & Safety Officer and a Nurse are available on campus to support safeguarding and safety.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview Rabdan campus features dedicated KG and Elementary playgrounds. The campus operates a school uniform store with set hours. Heritage Village Catering Services runs the canteen with rotating monthly menus. A school nurse is on site to manage illnesses, and a nut-free nutrition policy is in place for meals. Parent access and safety are supported by a Parent Security Pass system and gate procedures.
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Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities FLIS Rabdan offers Drama Club, Music Club, Cultural Club, Environmental Club and Football Club. These clubs provide opportunities in the arts, culture, environmental initiatives, and team sports. The programs complement the academic curriculum and contribute to student development outside regular class time.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community Future Leaders International Private School Rabdan is a new inclusive school community and a member of the Future Leaders group. A diverse community welcoming families from around the world learns through a Virginia State Standards of Learning curriculum with UAE heritage culture and values embedded, including MOE subjects taught in both native and non-native groups. Extracurricular activities include Drama Club, Music Club, Cultural Club, and Environmental Club, with opportunities to participate in other clubs that extend student interests. Parent communication occurs through the Parent Portal and Seesaw, and school events and personal celebrations are part of student life.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school offers an American curriculum based on Virginia State Standards of Learning and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Arabic, Islamic, Social Studies and Moral Education are taught in alignment with MOE requirements. The program includes a broad range of subjects and opportunities for extracurricular involvement to extend learning.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The school provides arts and creative opportunities through music, drama and visual arts as part of the program. Vocal music and drawing are listed among activities in the curriculum. French is offered as a language, and the Music Club and Drama Club provide ongoing creative outlets.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The curriculum includes Arabic and Islamic studies, with Quran integrated into the program. French is taught as a language. The school maintains a Cultural Club as part of its extracurricular program.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The school offers extracurricular activities including Drama Club, Music Club, Cultural Club, Environmental Club and Football Club. Sports and activity options include soccer, basketball and swimming.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school offers sports such as soccer, basketball and swimming. A catering/nutrition policy is provided. The school emphasizes core values of respect, honesty, tolerance, care and resilience and maintains a behavior policy aligned with these values.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision An American curriculum is offered based on Virginia State Standards of Learning and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Arabic, Islamic, Social Studies and Moral Education are taught as mandatory Ministry of Education subjects. French is included as an extracurricular activity. Reading supports include Raz Kids (Reading A to Z) to enhance reading and Nahla wa Nahil to strengthen Arabic reading.
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions 1. Complete the Student Application Form and provide all required documents. An experienced and dedicated admissions team supports ensuring the application meets ADEK documentation requirements. The school reserves the right to refuse admission based on seat availability or missing documents. Applicants may be asked for additional information if needed. 2. The applicant, accompanied by a parent or guardian, will be given the next available appointment to attend an interview and assessment led by a member of the academic team. The interview and assessments aim to learn about the applicant's character, skill set, and academic ability in English, Arabic and Math. In addition to grade-level information, the assessments gauge higher-order skills such as writing, critical thinking and problem solving. The results help establish the foundation of the personalized education portfolio for future students. 3. Upon completion of the previous two steps, the applicant will be scheduled to sit for aptitude tests in English, Arabic and Mathematics. These tests assess higher-order skills and help tailor the education portfolio to meet any special academic needs. The results inform decisions about appropriate grade placement and learning supports. The portfolio guides ongoing learning planning in collaboration with families. 4. Parents will be informed of the results within 2-3 business days of the test date via email. The principal and/or the respective section head will further interview the applicant and their parent(s) or guardian(s) to ensure understanding of the school's mission and vision, and readiness to engage in the learning process. The school aims to nurture 21st-century learner and leader skills to prepare students for lifelong learning. 5. As per ADEK directives, admission to the respective grade level requires meeting the age specified for the grade. The following age bands apply for admission: Pre-School 3-4 Years; KG1 4 Years; KG2 5 Years; Grade 1 6 Years; Grade 2 7 Years; Grade 3 8 Years; Grade 4 9 Years; Grade 5 10 Years; Grade 6 11 Years. These age requirements govern grade placement at FLIS-Rabdan.
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