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Ajman American Private School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 17,200 - 30,900
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 950
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Typical class size 25
Introduction

Ajman American Private School is a private K–12 institution in the United Arab Emirates, located in Al Jurf 1 beside Sheikh Khalifa Hospital in the Emirate of Ajman. The school follows an American (U.S.) curriculum—aligned with Common Core and California early‑years frameworks—and serves early years through Grade 12 (ages c.4–18). English is the primary medium of instruction; Arabic is taught for native and non‑native speakers and Islamic Education is provided in line with UAE requirements, while additional world languages such as French (and references to Spanish and Chinese on the school site) are offered. Published facilities include STEAM and innovation labs, a library/media centre, sports facilities, smart classrooms with 1:1 devices and a Career & University Counselling Centre. Distinctive elements the school publishes are NEASC accreditation, ISO 9001:2015 certification, a STEAM/sustainability and service‑learning emphasis, and a programme of electives and Advanced Placement (AP) courses in the high school.

Rashid Al-Khadar St, near Sheikh Khalifa Hospital, Al Jerf 1, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Ajman American Private School has 950 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
The Ajman American Private School is located at Al Jurf 1, Ajman, behind Sheikh Khalifa Hospital. The campus sits in Ajman's Al Jurf district, adjacent to local healthcare facilities. A school bus service is available, with routes that cover Ajman (AJM), Sharjah (SHJ), and Umm Al Quwain (UAQ).

Stages
The school is a private K–12 institution offering programs from Kindergarten through High School. It divides its programs into Early Learning (Kindergarten), Elementary, Middle School, and High School, all using a U.S. curriculum.

Type
Private school. The school operates as a day school with no boarding facilities indicated on public pages.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school lists 30+ nationalities represented among students; the community is described as diverse and multicultural, though a specific nationality breakdown or local-to-international ratio is not published.

Additional learning support
The school publishes policies on digital safety and safeguarding (E-safety, Child Protection & Safeguarding). There is no detailed public listing of Specific Educational Needs (SEN) provisions.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is listed; the school follows a U.S. curriculum and holds NEASC accreditation.

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is listed; the Vision notes the incorporation of Islamic values as part of the school's ethos.

School day structure
The school day runs 8:00 AM–2:00 PM from Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM on Fridays, and 8:00 AM–1:00 PM on Saturdays.

Bus service
Transportation is available with routes to Ajman (AJM), Sharjah (SHJ), and Umm Al Quwain (UAQ); fees are AED 3,500, 4,500, and 4,500 respectively depending on the route.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform fees are AED 750 plus VAT.

Governance and Ownership
The school is partially owned by His Highness Sheikh Sultan Saqer Al Nuaimi and operates in partnership with Paradigm Pioneers Group.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ajman American Private School ranges from AED 17,200 to AED 30,900 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- Registration (application) fee: AED 500 (non‑refundable; adjustable against tuition).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term)

Note: the school charges tuition in three terms. The per‑term figures below are calculated by dividing the annual tuition by three (equal term instalments) to match the school's three‑term payment schedule. (Per‑term amounts are shown to two decimal places where not whole dirhams.)

- KG 1 & 2:
- Annual: AED 21,000. Per term (calculated): AED 7,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 16,000. Per term (calculated): AED 5,333.33.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 14,400. Per term (calculated): AED 4,800.00.

- Grade 1 to Grade 4:
- Annual: AED 24,000. Per term (calculated): AED 8,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 19,000. Per term (calculated): AED 6,333.33.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 17,100. Per term (calculated): AED 5,700.00.

- Grade 5 to Grade 6:
- Annual: AED 27,000. Per term (calculated): AED 9,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 21,000. Per term (calculated): AED 7,000.00.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 18,900. Per term (calculated): AED 6,300.00.

- Grade 7 to Grade 8:
- Annual: AED 30,000. Per term (calculated): AED 10,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 23,000. Per term (calculated): AED 7,666.67.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 20,700. Per term (calculated): AED 6,900.00.

- Grade 9 to Grade 10:
- Annual: AED 33,000. Per term (calculated): AED 11,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 25,000. Per term (calculated): AED 8,333.33.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 22,500. Per term (calculated): AED 7,500.00.

- Grade 11 to Grade 12:
- Annual: AED 36,000. Per term (calculated): AED 12,000.00.
- After discount: Annual AED 28,000. Per term (calculated): AED 9,333.33.
- After sibling discount: Annual AED 25,200. Per term (calculated): AED 8,400.00.

Other mandatory and common fees

- Book fees (one‑off / annual, varies by grade):
- KG 1 & 2: AED 1,200.
- Grade 1–4: AED 1,800.
- Grade 5–6: AED 1,850.
- Grade 7–8: AED 2,200.
- Grade 9–10: AED 2,300.
- Grade 11–12: AED 2,900.

- Uniform fee: AED 750 + 5% VAT. Payment for uniform is non‑refundable.

- Transportation (annual):
- Ajman routes: AED 3,500.
- Sharjah routes: AED 4,500.
- Umm Al Quwain routes: AED 4,500.

Boarding fees

- Boarding not applicable: no boarding fees are listed and the school operates as a day school only.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment structure: fees are collected across three terms. Parents pay the first term at enrolment; two post‑dated cheques (PDCs) are collected at that time for the second and third term. Specific PDC dates listed in the published schedule are 15 January and 15 April (dates shown for the academic year example). Cash, credit card and current‑dated cheques are also accepted for the first term.

Refund information

- Registration fee: not refundable.
- Books and uniform payments: not refundable.
- Tuition fee refund (attendance‑based scale):
- Attendance up to 2 weeks: one month's fee payable.
- Attendance 2 weeks to 1 month: two months' fees payable.
- Attendance more than 1 month: three months' fees payable.

Fee payment options

- Accepted methods at time of first term payment: cash, credit card and current‑dated cheque. Two post‑dated cheques (PDCs) for the second and third terms are collected at first‑term payment. No separate bank‑transfer or online bank payment method is specified in the published fee information.

Note on academic year and currency

- The figures above are published in UAE dirhams (AED) and correspond to the school's published fee structure for the academic year 2024–2025; the school's public admissions notices reference the following academic year but the detailed fee table available is shown for 2024–2025. The per‑term amounts above are calculated by dividing the annual figures by three to reflect the school's three‑term payment schedule.
Academics

Ajman American Private School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is a private K–12 institution offering a U.S. curriculum. It is NEASC accredited, and is the first and only NEASC-accredited school in Ajman and the Northern Emirates. The American Curriculum is designed to meet international standards and prepares students for global opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes sustainability, service learning, and STEAM-based real-world problem solving. The school aligns with UAE Vision to prepare students for higher education and lifelong success.

Higher Education Progression
The High School provides college and career pathways to prepare graduates for higher education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school emphasizes social and emotional development as part of a holistic education approach.

Mental Wellbeing
The school supports mental wellbeing as part of student development within a nurturing environment.

Safeguarding
The school has a Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy.
Parent Experience

History
Paradigm Pioneers Group began the Ajman American Private School project in 2018. The school operates as a private K–12 institution in Ajman, in partnership with Paradigm Pioneers Group, and is partially owned by His Highness Sheikh Sultan Saqer Al Nuaimi. AAPS is NEASC-accredited, and it is described as the first NEASC-accredited school in Ajman and the Northern Emirates. The school holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and aligns with the UAE National Agenda, using benchmarks such as MAP, CAT4, TIMSS, and PIRLS to monitor student progress. In 2025 NEASC recorded an initial accreditation, with the last visit in 2025.

Community
The Ajman American Private School supports a vibrant, multicultural community with students and staff from many nationalities. The school calendar includes events such as Orientation Day for Parents and Students, Prophet Muhammad's Birthday, UAE National Day, and other Emirati cultural observances. Co-curricular programs are emphasized to build confidence, teamwork, and leadership. Parental involvement is promoted through engagement activities and communications.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school maintains a Parent Council that coordinates family involvement in campus life. The Parent Council organizes events and activities to engage families in the school community. Parents participate in campus life through the Parent Council and its programs. Monthly coffee mornings are part of the PTA activities. Testimonials from parent representatives indicate active PTA involvement in campus life.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
Students engage in real-world problem solving through STEAM projects and sustainability initiatives, along with service-learning, to develop active, informed global citizens.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is a private K–12 institution offering a U.S. curriculum. It was established in 2018 and is located in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. It is NEASC-accredited and ISO 9001:2015 certified. It serves over 950 students with more than 100 qualified teachers and offers 30 elective courses to a diverse community of 30+ nationalities.

Cultural & Language
The school has a diverse community representing more than 30 nationalities. It emphasizes global citizenship and inclusivity. Cultural awareness is encouraged through school life.

Community & Service
The school integrates hands-on sustainability projects and community service initiatives. Hands-on learning opportunities connect academics with real-world impact. Students participate in activities that promote environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Languages

Language Provision
Core languages taught across grade levels include English and Arabic, and English Language Learners support is available. Kindergarten builds bilingual fluency in Arabic and English. Elementary offers English Language Arts, Arabic Language, and French Language. High School core subjects include English and Arabic, with Arabic & Islamic Studies, and AP courses are available.

Bilingual Teaching
Kindergarten provides bilingual instruction in Arabic and English, with early literacy development in both languages. In Elementary, language instruction includes English Language Arts, Arabic Language, and French Language, indicating ongoing multilingual education. English Language Learners support is available across grade levels.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
NEASC accreditation; first and only NEASC-accredited school in Ajman and the Northern Emirates; established 2018.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquiry & Registration. Online Registration is available via the online registration form. A campus visit can be arranged to meet the Registrar and receive detailed information about the admission process, fee structure, and required documents. In-person tours or virtual tours are offered for prospective families. 2. Document Submission. Submit the required documents: student and parent passport copies (including visa pages); Emirates IDs for both student and parents; two recent passport-sized photos; an attested birth certificate (English or Arabic); vaccination certificate; previous school reports (last 2 years for KG, latest report for Grades 1–12); and a transfer certificate if applicable. Additional documents may be requested by the Registrar as needed. 3. Assessment & Interview. An interactive session or assessment test is scheduled as directed by the Registrar. The evaluation assesses academic readiness and placement needs. An interview may be conducted as part of the process. 4. Admission Confirmation. The Registrar confirms admission status after the assessment. You will be notified of the outcome and next steps. Provisional admission is subject to Ministry of Education approval. 5. Fee Payment & Final Registration. Pay the registration fee, which will be credited toward the first term fees. Bring the original Emirates IDs for the child and parent to complete registration with the Ministry of Education. Final registration is contingent on MOE approval. 6. Age Placement. Age placement follows MOE regulations and international best practices. Each grade lists an age by August 31; examples include early grades starting at age 3. The Registrar can confirm the appropriate grade for a child who is transferring from another curriculum. Parents should verify the correct grade with the Registrar if unsure.
School Events
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