Future Leaders International Private School – Baniyas vs Future Leaders International Private School – Rabdan

	F Future Leaders International Private School – Baniyas Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates	F Future Leaders International Private School – Rabdan Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 25,800 - 39,800	Fees / year AED 23,000 - 28,000
Age range	Age range 4 - 17 years	Age range 3 - 17 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 2,500	Pupils 2,500
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Arabic	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2023
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Baniyas East, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.	Location Al Maqta Street, Rabdan, Abu Dhabi, UAE (P.O. Box 56955).
Stages	Stages KG1 to Grade 12	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 Inclusive education with a social support framework; A Social Worker/Section Supervisor assists with social and emotional concerns and supports students.	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 KG1–KG2: Monday–Thursday 07:20–13:00; Friday 07:20–11:30. Grades 1–12: Monday–Thursday 07:20–14:45; Friday 07:20–11:30.	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 is available; bus fees listed as 5,000 AED per year.	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 Application & Registration Fees - Registration / assessment fee: AED 1,000 payable after the admissions assessment; this amount is deducted from the school's annual tuition. - Re‑enrolment / re‑registration fee for existing students (to confirm placement for the next academic year, KG2 to Grade 11): AED 1,000; this amount is deducted from the school's annual tuition. - The registration fee is non‑refundable and is paid following the admissions test. Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts) and additional per‑student charges - KG 1: Tuition AED 25,800; Tuition after discount AED 19,350; Books AED 535; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - KG 2: Tuition AED 25,800; Tuition after discount AED 19,350; Books AED 1,715; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 1: Tuition AED 29,500; Tuition after discount AED 25,075; Books AED 1,810; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 2: Tuition AED 29,500; Tuition after discount AED 25,075; Books AED 1,280; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 3: Tuition AED 29,500; Tuition after discount AED 25,075; Books AED 1,455; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 4: Tuition AED 29,500; Tuition after discount AED 25,075; Books AED 1,190; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 5: Tuition AED 29,500; Tuition after discount AED 25,075; Books AED 1,845; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 6: Tuition AED 35,100; Tuition after discount AED 29,835; Books AED 2,740; Uniform AED 430; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 7: Tuition AED 35,100; Tuition after discount AED 29,835; Books AED 2,840; Uniform AED 490; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 8: Tuition AED 35,100; Tuition after discount AED 29,835; Books AED 2,840; Uniform AED 490; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 9: Tuition AED 35,100; Tuition after discount AED 29,835; Books AED 3,720; Uniform AED 490; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 10: Tuition AED 39,800; Tuition after discount AED 33,830; Books AED 3,720; Uniform AED 590; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 11: Tuition AED 39,800; Tuition after discount AED 33,830; Books AED 3,720; Uniform AED 590; Bus AED 5,000. - Grade 12: Tuition AED 39,800; Tuition after discount AED 33,830; Books AED 3,720; Uniform AED 590; Bus AED 5,000. Per‑term tuition (installment calculation) - Tuition is payable in three instalments due on the dates listed in the billing schedule. Therefore, the per‑term tuition amount can be calculated as one‑third of the annual tuition and one‑third of the discounted annual tuition where the discounted figure applies. Example per‑term amounts (annual ÷ 3): - KG 1 / KG 2: AED 8,600.00 per term (full tuition) / AED 6,450.00 per term (after discount). - Grade 1–5: AED 9,833.33 per term (full tuition AED 29,500) / AED 8,358.33 per term (after discount AED 25,075). - Grade 6–9: AED 11,700.00 per term (full tuition AED 35,100) / AED 9,945.00 per term (after discount AED 29,835). - Grade 10–12: AED 13,266.67 per term (full tuition AED 39,800) / AED 11,276.67 per term (after discount AED 33,830). - Books and uniform charges are payable with Term 1 fees and are not eligible for instalment conversion. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is payable in three instalments with the following due dates for the 2026/2027 academic year: 1st instalment — 1 August 2026; 2nd instalment — 1 December 2026; 3rd instalment — 1 March 2027. - Books and uniform fees must be paid together with the first term payment; they cannot be deferred into subsequent instalments. - Bus service is a two‑way service only; availability is subject to seat availability and route feasibility. Bus charges are listed as an annual fee per student. Boarding - Boarding is not offered; the school provides a two‑way bus service only. Other costs and one‑off charges - Books: grade‑specific book charges are listed above and are payable with Term 1. - Uniform: grade‑specific uniform charges are listed above and are payable with Term 1. - Bus: annual bus fee is shown per grade above; bus service is two‑way and is subject to route feasibility and seat availability. Refund information - A part of fees may be refunded in accordance with ADEK regulations if a student transfers from the school or discontinues bus services; refunds are handled according to ADEK's Private Schools Policy and Guidance Manual (Policy 39). - The registration fee (AED 1,000) is non‑refundable. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: Cash, Cheque, Card and Bank Transfer. Payments can be accepted in person during school office hours (07:30–16:00). - Bank transfer details (account for fee payments): - Account Name: Future Leaders International Private School. - Bank: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB). - Account No: 4031005620463001. - IBAN: AE590354031005620463001. - SWIFT: NBADAEAAXXX. - Email a scanned copy of the remittance advice to accounts@futureleaders.sch.ae to enable tracing of payments. Notes - All amounts are shown in AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham).	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.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Core uniform is compulsory for KG to Grade 12 and includes a white short-sleeve shirt or white polo T-shirt with dark grey full-elastic trousers; shoes must cover the toes and be black, blue, or white, and sandals are not allowed. PE days require the PE uniform with suitable sports shoes, and swimming days require a cap and towel. The uniform can be purchased at the FLIS Rabdan campus, with store hours Monday–Thursday and Sunday 9:00 AM–3:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM; Kindergarten students should bring an extra labeled set of clothes, and the navy blue unisex winter jacket is part of the uniform.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options FLIS Rabdan has a Nutrition Policy that promotes healthy eating and prohibits nuts and foods containing nuts. Lunches must align with healthy eating guidelines; nuts, peanuts, peanut butter, and peanut oils are banned. Unhealthy items such as cookies, sweets, chips, and fizzy drinks are not permitted at school; sharing food with other students is not allowed; families with children on special diets should provide a medical letter or dietitian's note.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details American curriculum reinforced by NGSS and AP Standards; adheres to the Virginia State Standards of Learning and the UAE MOE National Curriculum.	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Prepares students for college and beyond.	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 —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
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 The school has Safeguarding Policy 2025-26 and Student Protection Policy 2025-26. The Technology, Health & Safety Policy states that every student has the right to protection from harm regardless of age, gender, religion, culture, or physical abilities. Parents/guardians work closely with the school to protect children and provide an ICT-safe environment. The policy also governs the use of technology and the management of electronic communication technologies.	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.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is organized around Learning Communities, with every 3 to 6 classrooms sharing facilities such as breakout spaces, learning shaded areas, flexible classrooms, playfields, a library, and a dining area. A summarized list presents the facilities and the benefits related to each. The facilities include Smart Classrooms, Labs, Playfields, Swimming Pool & Gym, Multipurpose Halls, Libraries & Learning Areas, and Other Facilities. This layout supports collaborative and varied learning activities across the school's campuses.	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.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Playfields provide outdoor spaces for sports and physical education. A Swimming Pool & Gym supports swimming, fitness, and PE activities. Multipurpose Halls support indoor sports and school events.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Labs provide spaces for practical experiments and hands-on learning. Libraries & Learning Areas offer spaces for reading, research, and study. Smart Classrooms enable technology-enhanced instructional experiences. Other Facilities cover additional spaces that support academic activities.	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 Three Abu Dhabi campuses exist: Baniyas East (Baniyas), Rabdan, and Madinat Zayed. The school describes itself as a distinctive, culturally-diverse, knowledge-based international school that motivates each student to learn and to become a 21st-century global-minded citizen and leader. The learning approach includes iPadic Classrooms Integration, a Student-Centered Teaching and Learning Environment, and a STEM–STEAM Philosophy of Learning. The community emphasizes extracurricular activities (30+ options) and serves 2,500+ students with 90% of teachers classified as highly qualified.	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.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at Future Leaders International Private School fosters a strong partnership between families and educators, organizes events, supports school programs and new initiatives, and facilitates open communication between parents and the school. The PTA is guided by an elected Executive Board consisting of a president, vice-president, head of committees, and members. Families are encouraged to get involved; volunteering opportunities are available via a Volunteer Form.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual iPadic Classrooms Integration is used across the school. Students' Centered Teaching and Learning Environment focuses on student engagement. STEM–STEAM Philosophy of Learning guides inquiry-based learning. Three campuses across Abu Dhabi serve over 2,500 students, with about 90% of teachers highly qualified.	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 UAE Integration is part of the Academics program.	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 Extracurricular Activities exceed 30 programs.	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 Students Council is part of the school's activities.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Career is listed in the site's navigation, indicating career development opportunities.	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 Arabic is a mandatory MOE subject. Islamic, Social Studies and Moral Education are also required MOE subjects. French is offered as a language option. Arabic is taught to both native and non-native students.	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.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions An experienced admissions team supports applicants to ensure that admission applications meet ADEK documentation requirements. The school reserves the right to refuse admission based on seat availability and other non‑academic issues such as missing documents. To apply, complete the Student Application Form and provide all required documents. The applicant and their parent or guardian will meet with the registrar within 2–3 business days after submission to discuss admission requirements, followed by an interview with the section head to assess character, skills, and commitment to a successful academic and personal life. After these steps, the applicant sits for aptitude tests in English, Arabic, and Mathematics, which also assess higher‑order skills such as writing, critical thinking, and problem solving to help establish a personalized education portfolio. Parents are informed of the results within 2–3 business days of the test date via email, with an academic support plan if needed. ADEK directives require the following ages for admission to each grade: KG1 four years, KG2 five, Grade 1 six, Grade 2 seven, Grade 3 eight, Grade 4 nine, Grade 5 ten, Grade 6 eleven, Grade 7 twelve, Grade 8 thirteen, Grade 9 fourteen, Grade 10 fifteen, Grade 11 sixteen, Grade 12 seventeen. Admissions are open for 2025–2026 in Abu Dhabi for the Baniyas and Madinat Zayed campuses, and applications can be made online.	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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