Al Mawakeb School – Al Garhoud

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Arabic

Fees AED 24,614 - 45,994

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 2500

Type Co-educational

Opened 1979

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic, French, English

Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Al Mawakeb School – Al Garhoud is a private international school in Dubai offering the American Curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP). The program is based on Massachusetts State Standards while incorporating UAE Ministry of Education requirements. From Kindergarten to Grade 12, instruction emphasizes language, inquiry and lifelong learning. English is taught from KG, with Arabic and French differentiated across the school; KG places special emphasis on French. The curriculum weaves UAE core subjects (Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, Moral Education) into the American framework, and English, Science and Mathematics are aligned to Massachusetts standards. The school is part of AMSI, which began at Al Garhoud in 1979 and now operates additional campuses such as Al Barsha and Al Khawaneej. Facilities include art workshops, a school clinic, bus services, a cafeteria and multi-purpose halls to support classroom learning and after-school life. Academic support for gifted learners and guidance on PSAT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS, and worldwide university options are provided. A broad extracurricular program includes STEM, Arts, and Community Service clubs, mirroring a commitment to developing well-rounded learners.

www.almawakeb.sch.ae

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud, P.O. Box 10799, Dubai, UAE

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Location

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud is located in Al Garhoud, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It was inaugurated in 1979. The address is Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud, P.O. Box 10799, Dubai, UAE.

Stages

KG 1 to Grade 12

Type

private international school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Diverse backgrounds and nationalities; multilingual environment; English, French and Arabic taught from KG to Grade 12.

Additional learning support

SEND Education: The Principal and Senior Leadership Team are authorized to admit students when adequate provision can be made for SEND students. Categories include behavioral, social and emotional, sensory and physical, medical conditions or health-related disabilities, learning difficulties, gifted and talented, and physical disabilities.

Country affiliation

United Arab Emirates

Bus service

Transportation Procedures: Route options with fees include One-way AED 8,700 per year; Two-way AED 9,700 per year; Express shuttle (Al Barsha) AED 12,500; Express 2-way to anywhere in Dubai AED 13,500.

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Fees

Application & assessment fee

- Application and processing fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT) per student; this fee is charged at registration and is non‑refundable.

Annual tuition, curricular and school‑gear charges (itemised by grade; annual and termly equivalents)

- The school publishes three fee components for each grade: Tuition Fees (AED); Books & other curricular activities (AED); Other school gears including VAT (AED). The listed Total (AED) below is the annual amount; the Termly equivalent shown is the annual Total divided into three equal instalments (termly equivalent — calculated from the published annual totals).

- KG1 — Tuition: AED 15,726; Books & other curricular activities: AED 8,100.50; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 787.50; Total (annual): AED 24,614.00; Termly equivalent: AED 8,204.67.

- KG2 — Tuition: AED 15,726; Books & other curricular activities: AED 9,100.50; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 787.50; Total (annual): AED 25,614.00; Termly equivalent: AED 8,538.00.

- Grade 1 — Tuition: AED 15,982; Books & other curricular activities: AED 12,200.00; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,575.00; Total (annual): AED 29,757.00; Termly equivalent: AED 9,919.00.

- Grade 2 — Tuition: AED 16,045; Books & other curricular activities: AED 12,400.00; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,575.00; Total (annual): AED 30,020.00; Termly equivalent: AED 10,006.67.

- Grade 3 — Tuition: AED 16,457; Books & other curricular activities: AED 12,509.00; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,575.00; Total (annual): AED 30,020.00; Termly equivalent: AED 10,006.67.

- Grade 4 — Tuition: AED 16,805; Books & other curricular activities: AED 12,454.25; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,758.75; Total (annual): AED 31,018.00; Termly equivalent: AED 10,339.33.

- Grade 5 — Tuition: AED 17,316; Books & other curricular activities: AED 12,632.25; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,758.75; Total (annual): AED 31,707.00; Termly equivalent: AED 10,569.00.

- Grade 6 — Tuition: AED 17,502; Books & other curricular activities: AED 13,209.25; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,758.75; Total (annual): AED 32,470.00; Termly equivalent: AED 10,823.33.

- Grade 7 — Tuition: AED 19,406; Books & other curricular activities: AED 13,449.25; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,758.75; Total (annual): AED 34,614.00; Termly equivalent: AED 11,538.00.

- Grade 8 — Tuition: AED 19,532; Books & other curricular activities: AED 15,133.25; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,758.75; Total (annual): AED 36,424.00; Termly equivalent: AED 12,141.33.

- Grade 9 — Tuition: AED 21,246; Books & other curricular activities: AED 16,830.50; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,942.50; Total (annual): AED 40,019.00; Termly equivalent: AED 13,339.67. Option with laptop bundle: Total (annual) AED 42,224.00; Termly equivalent AED 14,074.67.

- Grade 10 — Tuition: AED 21,436; Books & other curricular activities: AED 17,105.50; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,942.50; Total (annual): AED 40,484.00; Termly equivalent: AED 13,494.67. Option with laptop bundle: Total (annual) AED 42,689.00; Termly equivalent AED 14,229.67. (Laptop bundle applies to new students in Grades 10–12.)

- Grade 11 — Tuition: AED 23,970; Books & other curricular activities: AED 16,245.50; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 1,942.50; Total (annual): AED 42,158.00; Termly equivalent: AED 14,052.67. Option with laptop bundle: Total (annual) AED 44,363.00; Termly equivalent AED 14,787.67. Required education supplies examples include uniform, books and laptop/digital device line items shown separately in the school fact sheet.

- Grade 12 — Tuition: AED 25,493; Books & other curricular activities: AED 15,565.75; Other school gears incl. VAT: AED 2,730.00; Total (annual): AED 43,788.75; Termly equivalent: AED 14,596.25. Option with laptop bundle: Total (annual) AED 45,993.75; Termly equivalent AED 15,331.25.

Sibling discounts and other fee concessions

- Sibling discount: AED 700 off the fee for the second and each subsequent sibling enrolled at the campus (flat amount). Additional concessions (where applicable) include alumni and staff concessions and other management concessions.

Enrolment, re‑enrolment and refundable / non‑refundable items

- Re‑enrolment fee (existing students): up to 5% of the tuition fees or AED 500 (whichever is higher); this fee is non‑refundable and is deductible from the first term fees. New student enrolment fees may be up to 10% of tuition; such enrolment fees are non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.

- Application / assessment fee at registration is charged at AED 525 (inclusive of VAT) and is non‑refundable at the point of registration.

Optional services and other charges (examples and ranges)

- Transport (annual, optional): typical published range AED 8,700 to AED 13,500 per year (route and service level dependent).

- Extracurricular activities, clubs and trips: optional programmes and trips are charged in addition to tuition; typical optional charge ranges shown in the published school fact sheets include extracurricular activities (examples shown up to AED 5,650), school trips (from AED 50 up to several thousand, depending on destination), and club activities (ranges shown). Required education supplies such as uniform, books and a student laptop/digital device are shown as separate line items for senior grades.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Registration is not final until required documentation is submitted, the annual tuition fees are settled according to the school's payment procedure, the KHDA contract is signed and approval from the relevant authority is obtained. Re‑enrolment/enrolment fees are deductible from the first term fees.

- Termly equivalents above are presented as the annual Total divided into three equal instalments (termly equivalent) for budgeting purposes; parents should use the school's published fee schedule and the registration/accounts office for the formal billing schedule.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment channels include card payments at the school terminal and the school online payment portal. Parents may convert card payments into 0% interest instalment plans (bank terms apply) through participating UAE banks (example offers from Emirates NBD and HSBC are available; conversion and bank processing fee conditions apply: e.g. Emirates NBD 0% IPP subject to minimum payment value and a one‑time processing fee AED 49; HSBC Flexi Instalment conditions and processing fees as published by that bank). Parents must contact their bank after making the card payment to arrange conversion to instalments.

Boarding / residential accommodation fees

- Boarding is not applicable to this campus; no boarding or residential fees are published for the Al Garhoud campus. The campus operates as a day school.

Refund and cancellation summary (straightforward items)

- Application/assessment fee is charged at registration and is non‑refundable at the point of registration. Re‑enrolment and enrolment fees (where charged) are non‑refundable but are typically deductible from the first term fees according to the school's published fee rules; specific refund details for tuition after commencement, or for other services (transport, trips, clubs), are governed by the school's fees and terms and conditions and by the KHDA contractual framework.

Practical notes for parents

- Laptop bundle options are offered for new senior students (Grades 9–12) as an add‑on to the annual Total; check the grade line item for the With‑Laptop bundle total and the termly equivalent above.

- For budgeting, use the Total (annual) for each grade above; termly equivalents are included for quick planning (annual ÷ 3). The Registration/Accounts office handles formal invoices, required deposits/enrolment charges and the final billing schedule.

Academics

Curriculum

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud offers a curriculum based on the Massachusetts State Standards and UAE Ministry of Education. It is language-rich, student-centered, skills-driven, and outcomes-focused to foster curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning. The curriculum integrates UAE core subjects (Arabic, Islamic Education, Social Studies, and Moral Education) with the American curriculum, with Science, Mathematics, and English aligned to Massachusetts standards. From KG to Grade 12, three languages are used: English from KG, with differentiated Arabic and French across the school; KG emphasizes French. Elective courses, academic support, and provisions for identifying and supporting gifts and talents are available. The program prepares students for university study with guidance and information on standardized tests (PSAT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS) and university options worldwide.

Higher Education Progression

The University & Career Guidance Program provides exposure to universities worldwide and guidance for the college application process. It helps students transition from high school to college and select courses aligned to their abilities and aspirations. It assists with preparing university applications, CVs, personal statements, and letters of recommendation, and provides access to a database of leading universities. Career and university fairs are hosted annually with participants from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Gifted and Talented

Gifted and talented learners are recognised as a category within SEND. A SEND Support Team—including teachers, an Inclusion Coordinator, social counselors, a school nurse, and Senior Leadership Team—provides inclusive education and targeted support. The Principal and SLT oversee SEND admissions to ensure adequate provision.

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Admissions

1) All new students from KG to Grade 12 must sit for and pass an assessment and an interview. The application fee per student is non-refundable. This is the initial step in the admissions process. 2) The results of the assessment and interview will not be disclosed until all documents have been submitted to the registrar's office. 3) All parents must proceed to the Registration/Accounts department in school to complete the registration procedures, database, and payment. 4) Parents must sign and approve the recommendations after the entrance assessment (including special and academic support classes). 5) Registration will be cancelled if a student fails to join the school for a period of 3 consecutive weeks of the academic year without prior written notice. 6) Registration to any class is not final until all the proper documentation is available with the administration, the annual tuition fees are settled in full as per the procedure for the settlement of school fees, the KHDA contract is signed, and the approval of the relevant authority is obtained. 7) New students applying from outside Dubai: legalized transfer papers must be submitted before the end of September. 8) Grade 10, 11, and 12 students must submit a passport copy with a residence visa valid for at least 6 months and the original Emirates ID. 9) The school may take photographs of students and may use these images in their printed publications, as well as on the website or social media platforms.

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FAQs

Where is Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud located and what levels does it serve?

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud is located in Al Garhoud, Dubai, UAE (P.O. Box 10799). The campus serves KG 1 through Grade 12 as a co-educational private international school; it opened in 1979 and is part of AMSI.

What curriculum does Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud follow?

The school follows a curriculum based on Massachusetts State Standards and UAE MOE requirements. It integrates UAE core subjects with the American curriculum, uses English as the main language from KG, and offers Arabic and French; KG places extra emphasis on French.

Is boarding available at Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud?

No. Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud operates as a day school, and boarding/residential options are not published for this campus.

What is the application/assessment fee?

The application and assessment fee is AED 525 (including VAT) per student and is non-refundable at registration.

How are tuition and other fees structured for each grade?

Fees are shown as three components per grade: Tuition, Books & other curricular activities, and Other school gears including VAT. The school publishes an annual total for each grade, and termly equivalents are the annual total divided by three.

Is there a sibling discount at Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud?

Yes, there is a AED 700 discount for the second and each additional sibling enrolled at the campus. There are also alumni and staff concessions and other management concessions where applicable.

What is the admissions process for new students?

All new students must sit an assessment and interview. Results are released after all required documents are submitted, and registration is completed once fees are paid and recommendations are signed. New students from outside Dubai must submit legalized transfer papers by the end of September, and Grade 10–12 applicants must provide a passport copy and Emirates ID.

Are there laptop bundles available for senior students?

Yes. Grades 9–12 may opt for a laptop bundle, which affects the annual total (e.g., 42,224 or 45,993.75 depending on options). The laptop bundle is available to new students.

What transportation options are offered and what do they cost?

Transportation is optional with routes including One-way 8,700 AED per year, Two-way 9,700 AED per year, Express shuttle to Al Barsha 12,500 AED, and Express 2-way to anywhere in Dubai 13,500 AED.

What university and career guidance support does the school provide?

The University & Career Guidance Program helps students explore universities worldwide and prepares them for the application process, including CVs, personal statements, and letters of recommendation. The school also hosts university and career fairs with participants from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East.

How does the school support Gifted and Talented students?

Gifted and talented learners are recognised as a SEND category. The SEND Team—comprising teachers, an Inclusion Coordinator, social counselors, a school nurse, and the Senior Leadership Team—provides inclusive education and targeted support.

What languages are taught and what is the language policy?

English is the primary medium of instruction. From KG through Grade 12, students study English, French, and Arabic in a multilingual environment; KG places additional emphasis on French.

What facilities and spaces does the Al Garhoud campus offer for learning and activities?

The campus provides art workshops, a school clinic/medical service, bus services, a cafeteria, and multi‑purpose halls to support academic activities, performances, exhibitions, and assemblies.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available?

The school offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including STEM, Robotics, Innovation, Arts and Crafts, Creative Writing, Music and Dance, Theatre and Cinema, Photography and Digital Media, Band, Yearbook, MUN, Student Council, Career Club, Junior Chefs, Tilawa Club, Heritage Club, Scouts, and Varsity Sports.

What sports opportunities are available to students?

There are Varsity Sports including basketball, volleyball, football, track, and swimming, along with a general Sports Club.

How does the school support wellbeing and safeguarding?

The SEND Education program provides social-emotional support with a team including teachers, an Inclusion Coordinator, social counselors, a school nurse, and SLT. There is an Anti-Bullying and Cyber Bullying Policy, safeguarding procedures, and a focus on student mental wellbeing.

What is the uniform policy at Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud?

Students wear a daily uniform with closed shoes; sandals are not permitted. The PE uniform and sneakers are required for PE; makeup and jewelry restrictions apply for girls, and hair must be tied back.

How is the school governed and what is AMSI's role?

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud is part of AMSI and is managed by AMSI. AMSI has over 35 years of experience and includes Al Mawakeb Al Barsha and Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej campuses.

What about food and meals for students?

KG and Grade 1 bring packed lunches from home, while a cafeteria is available for other grades. The school encourages healthy snacks and discourages sugary drinks and energy drinks.

What accreditation does the school hold?

Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud holds KHDA license number 20119. The available information does not include KHDA rating details.

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