RAK Academy - Al Hamra and RAK Academy - Khuzam are both in Ras Al Khaimah, about 16 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes, and RAK Academy - Khuzam also offers IB. Published annual fees are AED 18,700 - 72,500 at RAK Academy - Al Hamra and AED 18,700 - 46,475 at RAK Academy - Khuzam, which puts RAK Academy - Al Hamra roughly 40% higher. RAK Academy - Al Hamra takes pupils from 3 to 11, and RAK Academy - Khuzam from 3 to 18. Typical class sizes are 14 at RAK Academy - Al Hamra and 25 at RAK Academy - Khuzam.
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, on the outskirts of Al Hamra Village.
Location
Three campuses across Ras Al Khaimah
Stages
Stages
Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary). Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic). A secondary campus expansion is planned for 2026-2027.
Stages
Pre-K to Grade 12
School type
School type
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School type
Co-educational Day School
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
Over 1,500 international students at Khuzam campus alone
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
Inclusion programmes across campuses
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Non-denominational
School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Full day
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and registration fees
- Application fee: AED 500 (non-deductible; payable at initial application). - Registration fee (deductible from the first term's tuition): Pre-KG / KG1 / KG2 – AED 1,000; Grades 1–5 – AED 1,500; Grades 6–12 – AED 2,000. This registration/re-registration charge must be paid by the deadline in the admission offer to secure a place and is deducted from Term 1 tuition.
Tuition fees – Al Hamra (term and annual amounts by year group)
- Pre-K: Term 1 AED 7,480; Term 2 AED 5,610; Term 3 AED 5,610; Annual AED 18,700. - KG1: Term 1 AED 9,925; Term 2 AED 7,440; Term 3 AED 7,440; Annual AED 24,805. - KG2: Term 1 AED 12,435; Term 2 AED 9,320; Term 3 AED 9,320; Annual AED 31,075. - Grade 1: Term 1 AED 13,380; Term 2 AED 10,030; Term 3 AED 10,030; Annual AED 33,440. - Grade 2: Term 1 AED 13,600; Term 2 AED 10,195; Term 3 AED 10,195; Annual AED 33,990. - Grade 3: Term 1 AED 13,600; Term 2 AED 10,195; Term 3 AED 10,195; Annual AED 33,990. - Grade 4: Term 1 AED 14,520; Term 2 AED 10,890; Term 3 AED 10,890; Annual AED 36,300. - Grade 5: Term 1 AED 14,520; Term 2 AED 10,890; Term 3 AED 10,890; Annual AED 36,300.
- Grade 6 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 66,000; Term 1 AED 26,400; Term 2 AED 19,800; Term 3 AED 19,800. - Grade 7 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 68,500; Term 1 AED 27,400; Term 2 AED 20,550; Term 3 AED 20,550. - Grade 8 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 72,500; Term 1 AED 29,000; Term 2 AED 21,750; Term 3 AED 21,750.
Discounts and special fee arrangements
- Full-payment discount: 5% discount on total tuition if the full year is paid by the Term 1 due date. 3% discount applies to amounts covering Term 2 and Term 3 if paid by the Term 2 due date. - Sibling discounts: 3rd child 15% of tuition; 4th child 20%; 5th child or more 25%. - Al Hamra Secondary special discounts: a 25% Loyalty Discount applies to students who were enrolled in any RAK Academy school during AY2025/26 and who continue into Al Hamra Secondary (Grades 6–8); a 20% New Joiner Discount applies to students who are new to RAK Academy and enroll in Al Hamra Secondary for AY2026/27. These discounts are applied against the DOK-approved annual fee and may be applied for the lifetime of continuous enrolment.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Parents/guardians receive a personalized invoice before each term. Tuition is invoiced termly. Due date: payment is required at least two (2) weeks before the start of each term. Failure to pay Term 1 fees by the due date may result in denial of classroom access, withholding of reports/references/exam results, or the loss of the student's place. - Tuition must be paid by the due date; the school may offer discounts, payment plans, or scholarships subject to internal approval. Late or unpaid fees have the consequences described above.
Exclusions and additional charges
- Examination fees (external examinations such as IGCSE, A-levels, IB) are not included in tuition and are billed separately for Grades 10–12 according to the qualifications selected. Parents receive personalized invoices for these exam charges. - Uniform: all students must wear the school uniform; uniform purchases are made through the school-approved uniform provider and are paid separately by parents. - Other optional services are charged separately by external providers: bus transport (external operator), canteen (canteen operator subscription), and external paid clubs/activities.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for Al Hamra; boarding fees do not apply.
Refunds and withdrawal deductions
- Application fees are non-refundable if a place is offered and the parent chooses not to accept it. Registration fees are refundable only if a written withdrawal is submitted to Admissions at least two weeks before the start of the new academic year; refunds for registration fees may be considered in extenuating circumstances (for example relocation) with supporting documentation. - Tuition refund deductions (applied per term based on the withdrawal request date): - If the student was enrolled for two weeks or less: one month's fees will be deducted. - If enrolled between two weeks and one month: two months' fees will be deducted. - If enrolled for over one month: the full-term fees will be deducted. - Any advance payment discounts received will be deducted from the refundable amount. - Refund processing takes a minimum of 22 working days from receipt of a complete signed withdrawal form with required documents; bank charges apply to refunds.
Payment methods and banking details
- Accepted payment methods: RAKBANK Skiply app (Skiply), credit card, cash, cheque (payable to RAK ACADEMY), bank transfer / payment link / direct cash deposit. Parents should include student name, grade, and invoice number with any payment and may email a scanned bank deposit slip to accounts@rakacademy.org. All payments should be net of bank charges. - Bank details (for bank transfer/direct deposit): - Account name: RAS AL KHAIMAH ACADEMY - Account number: 0002-116084-001 - Bank: RAK Bank, Nakheel, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE - SWIFT Code: NRAKAEAK - IBAN: AE-87-040-0000-002-116084-001.
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Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
Multi-campus school system: Khuzam, Al Hamra and Al Rams
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
British curriculum. Early Years Programme uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic). Primary Years follow a British Curriculum pathway adapted to the UAE context, with bespoke learning programmes and a clear progression to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary. Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary).
Curriculum details
Dual offering: British National Curriculum and IB (PYP and Diploma). Students can choose learning routes suited to their needs.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
World-class adult-to-child ratio in Early Years.
Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Seamless transition to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary for secondary education.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school provides a safe, happy and positive learning environment in which the skills, aspirations and abilities of each child are nurtured, and strong partnerships with parents and the wider community are fostered.
Social & emotional learning
Student well-being support services
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Inclusive admissions and support programmes
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach with English and Arabic.
English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
The learning environment is safe, happy and positive, supporting student well-being and positive relationships across the school community.
Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
The school has a Pre-K to Grade 5 British Primary on a state-of-the-art, purpose-built campus. It serves more than 700 primary students and provides a safe, happy and positive learning environment that nurtures each child's skills, aspirations and abilities. The Early Years Programme uses a bilingual English–Arabic approach. The Primary School follows a British Curriculum pathway and the school works closely with RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary to ensure a seamless transition to secondary education.
Facilities overview
Modern facilities across three campuses with dedicated sports and enrichment areas
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
The school has a Gym and a full-sized Football Pitch (astroturf with floodlights). The program also features two football fields for outdoor play and competition.
Sports facilities
Sports programmes available across campuses
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Reception Area; MOE Department Section (Arabic Department, Islamic Department, School Clinic with adjacent Isolation Room, Staff Kitchen and Lower School Staffroom, IT, Transportation, Admissions, and Accounts offices). Pre-K Section; KG1 & KG2 Section; Grade 1 to Grade 5 Classes; Canteen; Gym.
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
Extra-Curricular Activities provide a broad range of experiences from September to June, with some free of charge offerings run by staff. The program includes an active House System, Student Leadership, Student Councils and Prefects, plus extensive sports and enrichment options. The school partners with SK Football Academy for football coaching and Sama Sports for swimming, and offers sports facilities such as a 25m swimming pool and two football fields to support participation and achievement in athletics.
Extra curricular facilities
Enrichment activities across all campuses
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Established five years ago and set in a state-of-the-art, purpose-built campus, RAK Academy Al Hamra is a Pre-K to Grade 5 British Primary school. It serves more than 700 primary students and provides a safe, happy and positive learning environment in which the skills, aspirations and abilities of each child are nurtured.
History
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Community
Community
RAK Academy Al Hamra is a thriving, diverse and truly international community serving Emirati and expatriate families, located on the outskirts of Al Hamra Village in Ras Al Khaimah. It celebrates the multi-cultural heritage of the community and provides education through an adapted British Curriculum. Stakeholders play a pivotal role in the journey to outstanding, strengthening the bond within this special community.
Community
RAK's leading international school system across three campuses
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
Parent Portal available
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
Extra-Curricular Activities extend learning beyond the classroom and foster active and global citizenship. The program offers a wide range of free activities led by staff, with yearly updates to reflect student interests. Activities develop universal skills such as teamwork, problem solving, and oracy, alongside subject-specific enrichment. Student Leadership and the Student Councils provide opportunities to lead projects and contribute to academy improvement.
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
Arts and creative opportunities include access to a Dance Studio for dance-related activities. Extra-curricular offerings encourage students to explore talents beyond the classroom. Activities are designed to develop creativity and confidence through expressive arts.
Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
Oracy development is a key focus within the enrichment and student leadership framework. Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach in English and Arabic to support language development. The program promotes cross-cultural communication and collaboration across the school community.
Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
Sports activities are offered for all ages and abilities, with facilities including a 25m swimming pool and two football fields. The school partners with SK Football Academy for coaching and Sama Sports for swimming, providing professional coaching and squad training. The House System features four houses—Red Foxes, Green Falcons, Black Horses, and White Eagles—to foster teamwork and healthy competition. The Extracurricular Activities, Student Leadership, and sports programs support personal and social development.
Social & hobbies
Enrichment activities
Community & service
Community & service
Student Leadership includes roles dedicated to community service with representatives for various portfolios. The Student Councils and Prefects help plan and deliver initiatives that benefit the wider school community and engage in service projects. Community service roles include Health & wellbeing, Environment & Eco Group, and Community Services representatives.
Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
Student Leadership is a core feature, with opportunities to participate in leadership roles across the academy to improve the learning experience. The program includes Student Councils, Prefects, and a range of ambassador roles (Anti-bullying, E-Safety, Health & Wellbeing, Academic Mentors, Reporters) to build leadership and professional skills. These roles empower students to take initiative and influence school life.
Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Participation in sports is encouraged, with a track record of success in inter-school competitions. Facilities include a 25m swimming pool and two football fields, plus a Dance Studio. Wellbeing is integrated through Health & Wellbeing ambassadors and a broad leadership program that promotes teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Student well-being support services
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
English and Arabic are used in Early Years through a bi-lingual approach. The curriculum is a British Primary curriculum. Language development is embedded across phases to support both English and Arabic. A pathway exists to transition to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary.
Language provision
English medium with Arabic
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
Bi-lingual approach in Early Years with English and Arabic. Pre-K and KG1 participate in this bi-lingual approach. The school uses a British Primary curriculum for Early Years and Primary, and maintains a pathway to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary for graduating primary students.
Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
UAE School Inspection Framework Very Good 2025
Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
IB accredited, BSO Good (2022), UAE Very Good (2025)
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
RAK Academy Al Hamra accepts students from Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary). The admission process for joining RAK Academy is designed to be straightforward and involves three steps. 1) Application: Submit an online application to the Admissions Office along with the required documents. An AED 500 application fee applies. Prepare to provide documents including the child's birth certificate, passport, residence visa and Emirates ID, sponsors' passports and Emirates IDs, recent medical/vaccination records, most recent school reports, any diagnostic testing or educational assessments if applicable, any psychological assessments if applicable, and the family book (UAE only). 2) Documentation: Submit the documents to the Admissions Office. A placement assessment and the next steps will proceed once all items have been received. 3) Assessment: The Admissions team reviews the application and documents; if places are available, you will receive an invitation to submit further information and/or schedule an assessment. If the assessment is successful and a place is available, an offer is sent by email within 48 hours. To secure the place, a deposit must be paid within 7 days along with a signed offer letter. Seats cannot be held without receipt of the deposit.
RAK Academy Scholarships are available for the Academic Year 2026–2027, with up to 100% scholarships for students entering Grades 4 to 12. All scholarships are renewable annually and continue until Grade 12, subject to meeting the required academic standards. Emirati Scholarship is available to UAE nationals (Grades 4–12). Academic Excellence Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 4–12). Talent & Sports Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 4–12). IB DP Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 11–12). Qualifications to apply include that students from all nationalities can apply and that students can be currently enrolled at RAK Academy or at another school. Scholarship applications require completing the online scholarship application form and scheduling the assessment; the scholarship committee conducts candidate screening and interviews to determine eligibility. Criteria for ongoing eligibility include: for Grades 4–8, minimum of Grade 5 in English, Mathematics, and Science; for GCSE, minimum Grade 4 in English, Mathematics, and Science; for A Level, minimum Grade B in all subjects; for IB Diploma, minimum Grade 5 in all subjects. CAT4 is used as a diagnostic assessment to inform learning potential during the scholarship process.
