RAK Academy - Al Rams vs St Mary's High School Ras Al Khaimah

	R RAK Academy - Al Rams Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates	S St Mary's High School Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 500 - 32,291	Fees / year AED 13,600 - 26,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 11 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 300	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Arabic	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1975	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in the Al Rams community, the northernmost campus of RAK Academy. The campus is state-of-the-art and purpose-built. It serves Pre-K to Grade 5 as a British Primary school. The Early Years Programme includes Pre-K and KG1 with a bi-lingual English and Arabic approach.	Location —
Stages	Stages Early Years (Pre-K and KG1) and Primary School (Grade 1-5).	Stages —
School type	School type British Primary curriculum	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Arab Emirates	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application Fee - A non-deductible application fee of AED 500 is payable upon initial application. The school cannot conduct the initial assessment until this fee is paid; the application fee is non-refundable if a place is offered and the place is not accepted. Registration / Re-registration Fee (new and returning students) - Registration fees are payable to secure a seat and are deducted from the first term's tuition invoice. Amounts: - Pre-KG, KG1 and KG2: AED 1,000. - Grades 1 to 5: AED 1,500. - Grades 6 to 12: AED 2,000 (listed for completeness; Al Rams serves Pre-K to Grade 5). - Registration fee must be paid within the deadline in the admission offer; until received the seat is not secure. Tuition fees — RAK Academy Al Rams (Pre-K to Grade 5) - Fees are shown as the DOK-approved annual fee, the Al Rams campus special 5% tuition discount (annual), and the term-by-term instalments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3). All amounts are in AED. - Pre-K: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 18,700. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 17,765. - Term 1: AED 7,106; Term 2: AED 5,330; Term 3: AED 5,330. - KG1: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 24,805. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 23,565. - Term 1: AED 9,426; Term 2: AED 7,069; Term 3: AED 7,069. - KG2: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 31,075. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 29,521. - Term 1: AED 11,809; Term 2: AED 8,856; Term 3: AED 8,856. - Grade 1: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 33,440. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 31,768. - Term 1: AED 12,707; Term 2: AED 9,530; Term 3: AED 9,530. - Grade 2: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 33,990. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 32,291. - Term 1: AED 12,916; Term 2: AED 9,687; Term 3: AED 9,687. - Grade 3: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 33,990. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 32,291. - Term 1: AED 12,916; Term 2: AED 9,687; Term 3: AED 9,687. - Grade 4: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 36,300. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 34,485. - Term 1: AED 13,794; Term 2: AED 10,346; Term 3: AED 10,346. - Grade 5: - DOK Approved Annual Fee: AED 36,300. - Annual with Al Rams 5% discount: AED 34,485. - Term 1: AED 13,794; Term 2: AED 10,346; Term 3: AED 10,346. Billing schedule and payment terms - Parents/guardians receive a personalized invoice before each term; termly tuition invoices are due two (2) weeks before the start of each term. Students whose Term 1 fees are unpaid by the due date will be declined access to the classroom. - Discounts and deductions: - A 5% discount applies when the full year's tuition is paid by the Term 1 due date. - A 3% discount applies when Term 2 and Term 3 fees are paid by the Term 2 due date. - The Al Rams campus receives a special 5% discount applied against the DOK Approved Annual Fee (shown above). - Sibling discounts: 3rd child 15% of tuition; 4th child 20%; 5th child or more 25%. - Consequences of non-payment: late or unpaid fees may result in withholding of reports, references or examination results, loss of the student's place, and temporary or permanent exclusion. Parents are encouraged to contact the Finance Department if experiencing payment difficulties. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable for RAK Academy Al Rams. The Al Rams campus provides day primary education (Pre-K to Grade 5). Other costs and optional services - Uniform: All students must wear the school uniform; uniforms are purchased by parents through the school-approved uniform provider. - Transportation: Bus transport is an optional service provided by an external bus operator and is paid to that operator directly. - Canteen and external clubs: Canteen services and any external paid clubs/activities are paid directly to the respective operators. - Examination fees: Tuition fees do not include fees for external examinations (e.g., IGCSE, A-levels, IB). Examination fees are billed separately for the relevant grades. (Al Rams serves Pre-K to Grade 5; external examination charges apply at the appropriate secondary grades elsewhere in the academy.) Refund information and withdrawal deductions - Application fees: non-refundable when a place is offered and not accepted. - Registration fees: refundable provided a written withdrawal application is submitted to Admissions at least two (2) weeks before the start of the new academic year; refunds for extenuating circumstances (for example family relocation) may be considered with supporting documentation. - Tuition refund schedule (per term, based on withdrawal request date): - If the student was enrolled for two weeks or less: one month's fees will be deducted from any refund. - If the student was enrolled for between two weeks and one month: two months' fees will be deducted. - If the student was enrolled for over one month: the full-term fees will be deducted. - Refund processing: the refund process takes a minimum of 22 working days from receipt of the complete signed withdrawal form and supporting documents; bank charges apply to refunds. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods: - RAKBANK Skiply App (Skiply). - Credit card, cash, or cheque (payable to RAK ACADEMY). - Bank transfer / payment link / direct cash deposit. - Bank payment instructions: - Payments should include the student name, grade and invoice number so they can be traced; parents should email a scanned copy of the bank deposit slip to accounts@rakacademy.org. All fees must be net of bank charges. - Bank details provided for electronic transfers (AED): - Account Name: RAS AL KHAIMAH ACADEMY. - Account Number: 0002-116084-001. - Bank Name: RAK Bank. - SWIFT Code: NRAKAEAK. - IBAN: AE-87-040-0000-002-116084-001.	Fee details —
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is required. The uniform consists of a unisex orange polo shirt (short sleeve or long sleeve) with unisex pants or shorts; a unisex PE short-sleeve polo, PE shorts, and PE pants. A navy blue fleece jacket is optional.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The EY&KS1 area includes an eating room on the Al Rams campus.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership RAK Academy Al Rams is part of the RAK Academy family of three schools.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British curriculum taught from Pre-K to Grade 5. Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach in English and Arabic with a world-class adult-to-child ratio. Primary Years follows a British Curriculum pathway adapted to the UAE context and supports a transition to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary. The curriculum includes AI, Robotics, and Science as key pillars of learning.	Curriculum details —
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio World-class adult-to-child ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
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 Positive Education Curriculum is embedded in daily practice to support students' well-being. Pastoral care, coaching, and teaching underpin the approach. The program covers Positive Relationships, Positive Emotions, Positive Health, Positive Engagement, Positive Accomplishment and Positive Purpose. A dedicated student well-being team of counsellors, teachers and management provides support. Counselling sessions, mindfulness activities, an awareness programme and a focused programme help students manage well-being.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) An upper primary specialist support programme ensures students are fully supported to transition to Khuzam Secondary. Bespoke learning programmes meet the needs of all learners. The primary curriculum is delivered with a British Curriculum pathway adapted to its context. Highly skilled and passionate teachers ensure that the needs of all learners are met through engaging lessons and a clear pathway of learning for success. The upper primary programme supports a smooth transition to secondary education, coordinating with Khuzam Secondary for a seamless handover.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Early Years uses a bilingual approach in English and Arabic. This bilingual approach supports language development, as well as mathematical and scientific understanding. The Early Years programme emphasises active, play-based learning to build language skills. The adult-to-child ratio in Early Years is world-class. Early Years teachers are highly qualified to support language development and early learning.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing A dedicated student well-being team including counsellors, teachers and management supports students. Counselling sessions are offered. Mindfulness activities are provided. An awareness programme supports well-being. The Positive Education Curriculum is embedded in daily practice and covers Positive Relationships, Positive Emotions, Positive Health, Positive Engagement, Positive Accomplishment and Positive Purpose.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Child protection and safeguarding are central to the school's mission. There is a designated Child Protection Officer and a Deputy Child Protection Officer on each campus. Staff are expected to take responsibility for child protection and to provide a supportive listening environment for students. Policies safeguard and promote the well-being of all students. For concerns, report to childprotection@rakacademy.org. The school maintains a Bully-Free Zone and an e-safety policy to protect pupils online.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview RAK Academy Al Rams operates from a state-of-the-art, purpose-built campus. It serves Pre-K to Grade 5 with a British Primary curriculum. The Early Years uses a bilingual approach with English and Arabic to support language development. The KS2 area includes a Library, MoE Classrooms, Computer Room, Art Room, Science Room, and STREAM Room. The campus comprises a reception and administration area, Pre-K, EY and KS1 spaces, a KS2 block, an outdoor playground with a shaded area, and an indoor sport hall.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor Playground/Shaded area. Indoor Sport Hall (Gym).	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Pre-K area includes Pre-K classrooms, Pre-K Library, Pre-K Sleeping Room and Pre-K Indoor Play Room. EY & KS1 area includes KG1, KG2 and Grade 1 classrooms and an eating area. KS2 area includes G2, G3, G4 and G5 classrooms, Library, MoE Classrooms, Computer Room, Art Room, Science Room and STREAM Room. The campus also has a Reception Area and Admin area for operations.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extra-Curricular Activities run through most of the school year from September to June, with schedules updated annually and some activities condensed due to weather. Free of charge activities are provided by staff and cover a wide range of options. The programme includes a House System, Student Leadership, and Student Councils (Prefects) to develop leadership and citizenship. Sports activities feature partnerships with external providers and a focus on developing teamwork and participation; the academy has a 25m swimming pool, a dance studio, and two football fields as part of its sports offerings.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Established five years ago, RAK Academy Al Rams is the northernmost campus of RAK Academy in Al Rams. It sits on a state-of-the-art, purpose-built campus. The school serves more than 300 primary students from Pre-K to Grade 5. The curriculum is the British Primary Curriculum, with Early Years delivering a bilingual English-Arabic program. The school works closely with RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary to ensure a seamless transition to secondary education for graduating primary students.	History —
Community	Community The school is a proud community school rooted in Emirati culture. It is deeply connected to the local Al Rams community and fosters strong partnerships with parents and the wider community. Core values include caring, resilience, curiosity, and creativity, guiding daily life and learning. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment for all students.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The extra-curricular program develops student talents and interests, providing opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom and to foster active and global citizenship. Schedules are updated annually to reflect student needs and the talents of arriving staff. The program runs from September to June, with some activities condensed due to weather. Students take part in school competitions and celebrations such as Spelling Bee, talent shows, speech competitions, and cultural activities.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and creative activities are supported through the enrichment program. A Dance Studio is available to support arts-related activities. Free of charge activities are provided by staff, offering a wide range of creative options. Through these activities, students develop creative skills and express themselves beyond the classroom.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The enrichment program offers activities that promote social interaction and personal interests beyond class. The House System fosters belonging and healthy competition with four houses: Red Foxes, Green Falcons, Black Horses, and White Eagles. Sports activities provide opportunities for teamwork and inter-school competitions. Participation in extra-curricular activities helps students develop social skills and confidence.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service Student Leadership includes a representation for Community Services. Student Councils plan events that benefit the wider school community, while Prefects and ambassadors support service initiatives and community engagement. Health and wellbeing, environment and eco groups, and academic mentors are among the leadership roles that encourage student involvement in service and community projects. These roles enable students to contribute to the academy's community and to service initiatives.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Student Leadership program develops young leaders who contribute to the academy's improvement and to the lives of others. Leadership opportunities span from Early Years through Grade 12, with the Student Leadership Team coordinating across the academy. Student Councils, Prefects, and ambassadors for anti-bullying, e-safety, health and wellbeing, and other areas provide leadership experience. The program builds skills, confidence, and motivation for lifelong leadership and advocacy.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing We offer a wide range of sports activities for all ages and abilities, recognizing that exercise benefits mental and physical health. Participation in sports develops leadership and teamwork, and enhances self-esteem and social skills. The academy has a 25m swimming pool, a dance studio, and two football fields to support physical wellbeing. The focus is on promoting healthy lifestyles through active participation in school sport and physical activity.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Arabic are taught. Early Years uses a bilingual English-Arabic approach; Primary Years follow the British Curriculum.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic).	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Program and age: Pre-K through Grade 5; British Primary curriculum. The campus is state-of-the-art and purpose-built, serving more than 300 primary students in a safe, positive learning environment. Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic) with a world-class adult-to-child ratio to support language, mathematics and scientific development. 2. Begin the admissions process: Start by registering your child through the registration process or via the online Apply Now entry point. The Admissions Office welcomes inquiries and will guide applicants through the next steps. Contact can be made by emailing admission@rakacademy.org or calling 8007252. 3. Communication and information sharing: Use the provided contact channels to ask questions, submit required documents, and track the status of the application. The Admissions Office can be reached at admission@rakacademy.org or 8007252. Timely communication and ongoing dialogue with families are encouraged. 4. Transition to secondary: RAK Academy Al Rams coordinates with RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary to ensure a seamless transfer for graduating primary students. An upper primary specialist support programme helps prepare students for secondary education and facilitates the move to Khuzam Secondary. The school emphasizes continuity of learning from primary to secondary.	Admissions —
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist —
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