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Al Mawakeb School – Al Khawaneej

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 36,181 - 71,807
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Arabic, French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Al Mawakeb School – Al Khawaneej is a private international school offering an American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses. The program aligns with Massachusetts standards and the UAE Ministry of Education, delivered in English within a multilingual setting. Kindergarten, students follow a tri-lingual pathway in English, Arabic and French, with emphasis on French and Arabic. Primary students may choose Arabic B or French B; Social Studies is taught in English, Islamic Education in English. Middle School develops analytical and research skills and participates in MAP, CAT4, PSAT and TIMSS. High School prepares students for university with guidance for PSAT, SAT, TOEFL and IELTS. A KHDA-certified diploma is awarded on graduation, with ongoing university and career guidance. Campus facilities include science labs, a STEM lab, art spaces, music studios, libraries, computer labs, an auditorium, indoor gym, swimming pool and football field. Extra-curriculars include MUN and Scouts, plus a varied after-school program.

Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej, P.O. Box 444928, Dubai, UAE

The Essentials

Al Mawakeb School – Al Khawaneej has instruction in English.

Location
Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej, Al Khawaneej, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus opened in 2018. It is part of the Al Mawakeb Schools group. The school's address is P. O. Box 444928, Dubai, UAE.

Stages
Kindergarten (Pre-K - KG2) through High School (Gr 9 - 12); Kindergarten, Primary (Gr 1-5), Middle School (Gr 6-8), High School (Gr 9-12).

Type
Private international school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 60 nationalities represented across Al Mawakeb's three campuses (Garhoud, Barsha, Khawaneej).

Additional learning support
A wide range of learning support programs and intervention strategies for students with special educational needs.

Country affiliation
United Arab Emirates

School day structure
School day runs 7:30 am–2:30 pm, Monday to Thursday.

Bus service
Transportation available with multiple routes: One Way to School AED 8,700; One Way from School AED 8,700; Two Way AED 9,700; Express Shuttle AED 12,500; Express Shuttle two-way AED 13,500.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform included in the annual school fees.

Food Options
The school has Cafeteria/Grab & Go Selling Points on campus. Food service is provided on-site.

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned and operated by Al Mawakeb School Al Khawaneej L.L.C. It is part of AMSI (Al Mawakeb Schools International) and uses an American curriculum.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Mawakeb School – Al Khawaneej ranges from AED 36,181 to AED 71,807 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees
- Application and processing fee: AED 525 per student (inclusive of VAT). Refundable only if the school does not offer a place; non-refundable if a place is offered and then declined.
- New‑student enrolment (registration) deposit: up to 10% of the annual tuition fee, non‑refundable and deductible from the first term's invoice. Re‑enrolment fee for returning students: up to 5% of the annual tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non‑refundable and deductible from the first term's invoice.

Annual tuition fees (2026–2027) and per‑term equivalents
- Pre‑K: AED 36,181.00 — Per term (equal split of the annual fee): AED 12,060.33.
- KG 1: AED 37,587.00 — Per term: AED 12,529.00.
- KG 2: AED 39,209.00 — Per term: AED 13,069.67.
- Grade 1: AED 42,238.00 — Per term: AED 14,079.33.
- Grade 2: AED 43,320.00 — Per term: AED 14,440.00.
- Grade 3: AED 46,023.00 — Per term: AED 15,341.00.
- Grade 4: AED 48,186.00 — Per term: AED 16,062.00.
- Grade 5: AED 51,431.00 — Per term: AED 17,143.67.
- Grade 6: AED 55,758.00 — Per term: AED 18,586.00.
- Grade 7: AED 56,839.00 — Per term: AED 18,946.33.
- Grade 8: AED 58,461.00 — Per term: AED 19,487.00.
- Grade 9 (standard): AED 63,113.00 — Per term: AED 21,037.67.
- Grade 9 (with laptop bundle): AED 65,318.00 — Per term: AED 21,772.67. (Laptop bundle option for new students in Grades 9–12.)
- Grade 10 (standard): AED 66,033.00 — Per term: AED 22,011.00.
- Grade 10 (with laptop bundle): AED 68,238.00 — Per term: AED 22,746.00.
- Grade 11 (standard): AED 67,655.00 — Per term: AED 22,551.67.
- Grade 11 (with laptop bundle): AED 69,860.00 — Per term: AED 23,286.67.
- Grade 12 (standard): AED 69,602.00 — Per term: AED 23,200.67.
- Grade 12 (with laptop bundle): AED 71,807.00 — Per term: AED 23,935.67.

(Note: the published annual fees above are stated inclusive of books and uniform; the per‑term figures are the annual total divided into three equal instalments to present a termly equivalent.)

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is invoiced in term instalments and parents register/settle fees through the Accounts/Registration process. Registration is not final until the required fees and documentation are completed and the KHDA parent contract is signed. Parents may choose to pay the full annual amount or schedule payments via the school's payment modules.
- Registration payments: returning families pay a registration fee equal to 5% of the total fee amount; new families pay a registration fee equal to 10% of the total fee amount. These registration payments are deductible from the first term's tuition invoice.
- Late enrolment: the school may charge tuition from the month of enrolment and a processing fee (example AED 1,500) for late joiners; transport and special‑class charges are prorated according to the school's published rules.

Boarding / Residence
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej (campus operates as a day school).

Other costs and recurring charges
- Required education supplies and device charge examples: laptop/digital device (where specified) AED 2,205 for senior grades; school ID card replacement AED 50.
- Optional services (annual ranges shown where applicable): transport AED 8,700 to AED 13,500; school trips AED 50 to AED 7,650; canteen AED 200 to AED 1,000; club activities AED 550 to AED 2,835.
- Deliverables and school‑procured items (books, uniform, ICT bundles) are procured early in the year and are treated as non‑refundable once issued.
- AP / external exam registration fees and some board/exam charges are passed through at cost and may be charged separately.

Refunds and cancellations (key rules)
- Application fee: non‑refundable once a place is offered and the family declines; refundable only where the school does not offer a place. Re‑enrolment / registration fees: non‑refundable except in extenuating circumstances (for example verified family relocation).
- Tuition refunds before the academic year begins: refundable, less registration/re‑registration fees and an applicable AED 500 transport cancellation fee (if relevant). After the term starts and books/uniform issued:
- If the student attends for two weeks or less: one month's tuition is deducted from any refund.
- If the student attends more than two weeks but less than one month: two months' tuition is deducted.
- If the student attends more than one month: the full term's tuition is deducted.
- Deliverables (books, uniform, ICT bundles) and non‑mandatory activity fees are non‑refundable after the stated deadlines. Refund processing is subject to the school's accounting timetable (refund requests are not processed in July–August and are handled from early September).
- Transportation refunds follow a separate schedule: cancellable and prorated if done before end of January (division by 10 months), no refund for cancellations from February 1 onwards (subject to the school's transport policy).

Fee payment methods and instalment options
- In‑person payment at the Registration/Accounts office (card terminal) and online payments via the school portal are supported. Parents choosing online or card payment may convert eligible transactions into 0% interest instalment plans through partner banks after payment. Examples of bank conversion offers include Emirates NBD (0% IPP with onetime processing fee) and HSBC Flexi Instalment options (bank terms, minimum transaction thresholds and processing fees apply).
- Employer‑paid fees: if fees are paid by an employer, the school requires an official employer letter and a security cheque for the full amount as a deposit; the cheque is returned when the employer settles fees. Cheque return, withdrawal and processing rules (penalties and processing fees) apply as set out in the school's accounting procedures.

Sibling discounts and scholarships
- Sibling discount at Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej: AED 1,000 off the annual tuition for the second and subsequent siblings. Additional scholarship or staff/management concessions may apply as per the school's published concession policy.
Academics

Al Mawakeb School – Al Khawaneej teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The school offers a comprehensive, relevant, integrated, and balanced curriculum based on the Massachusetts State Standards and the UAE Ministry of Education. It is language-rich and outcomes-focused, delivering a trilingual program in English, Arabic, and French from the early years, with Kindergarten emphasising French and Arabic introduced. Kindergarten engages in tri-lingual immersion; Primary School (Grades 1-5) may opt for Arabic B or French B, with Social Studies in English and Islamic Education in English. Middle School (Grades 6–8) builds analytical and research skills and participates in international standardized exams such as MAP, CAT4, PSAT, and TIMSS. High School (Grades 9–12) follows a university-preparation program with career and university guidance and readiness for standardized tests (PSAT, SAT, TOEFL, IELTS), with a KHDA-certified diploma awarded on graduation. Electives and Academic Support are offered, with a flexible admissions policy that supports gifted learners and those with special educational needs, and graduates are prepared for higher education with University & Career guidance.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are accepted into top universities locally and globally. The University & Career guidance program supports higher education planning. The program emphasizes 21st-century skills and real-life applications to readiness for diverse career paths.

Gifted and Talented
Flexible admissions policy supports gifted learners and those with special educational needs. We implement academic modifications and intervention strategies to ensure every student succeeds.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides an environment dedicated to the wellbeing and happiness of all students and a caring, respectful atmosphere. It prioritizes social and emotional development as part of its educational approach.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school is committed to an inclusive learning environment for all students. Inclusion is a core part of its mission.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The primary medium of instruction is English. There is a multilingual learning environment where students study English, French, and Arabic from K-12.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing and happiness of all students is central to the school's mission. The school supports social, academic and emotional development as part of learning.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding means creating a nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported and filled with joy.
Parent Experience

History
AMSI manages Al Mawakeb schools and provides a comprehensive university-preparatory education to students of all backgrounds and nationalities. The medium of instruction is English, and there is a multilingual learning environment with English, French, and Arabic taught from K-12. Al Mawakeb Al Garhoud was founded in 1979 as a private international school. Al Mawakeb Al Barsha opened in 1997 and Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej opened in 2018.

Community
Life at our campus includes Scouts and MUN as active clubs. The Scouts program offers a broad range of activities to help students learn new skills, gain self-confidence, make new friends, and provide service to their communities. The MUN club gives students the opportunity to discuss and debate controversial issues from around the world. Extra-curricular activities after school emphasize learning that comes with interaction beyond the classroom.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has modern facilities to support curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities. Facilities include a Cafeteria/Grab & Go selling points, science laboratories, a music room and music studio, art rooms, computer labs, a STEM lab, libraries, and multi-purpose halls/activity rooms. An auditorium, an indoor gym and fitness gym, a swimming pool, and a football field with a running track complete the campus amenities. These spaces are designed to support hands-on learning and a range of student programs.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes an indoor gym and fitness gym, a swimming pool, and a football field with a running track. These spaces support physical education and athletic programs.

Academic Facilities
The academic facilities include science laboratories, computer labs, and a STEM lab. The libraries and dedicated art spaces support projects, study, and creative work.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Music room and studio, art rooms, libraries, STEM lab, computer labs, and multi-purpose halls support co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. An auditorium is used for performances and events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has Clubs & Extra-Curricular Activities and a Model United Nations (MUN) club. The MUN club gives students the opportunity to discuss and debate current global issues. A range of after-school clubs extends learning beyond the classroom.

Social & Hobbies
The Scouts program offers a broad range of activities that help students learn new skills, gain self-confidence, make friends, and contribute to their communities. It emphasizes social interaction and teamwork and provides practical experiences outside the classroom.

Community & Service
Through the Scouts program, students participate in community service activities and contribute to local communities.
Languages

Language Provision
English, Arabic and French are taught from Kindergarten through Grade 12. English is the language of instruction from KG, and French is emphasized in KG with Arabic and French taught across the school. Social Studies and Islamic Education are taught in English and Arabic. In Primary (Grades 1-5), Arabic B and French B are available options.

Bilingual Teaching
Three languages are used in the program: English, Arabic, and French. In Kindergarten, French is emphasized and English is the language of instruction from KG. Arabic and French lessons are provided across the school with differentiated instruction.

Immersion Programs
Kindergarten students are immersed in English, Arabic and French in all learning opportunities.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration for the current academic year is open. Registration for the upcoming academic year 2026-2027 will start on February 2, 2026. Families are encouraged to prepare and consider early enrollment. Begin the process when the window opens.

2. To start the registration process, click the New Family Registration block and follow the steps provided. Ensure you have all the necessary documents ready for upload before starting. Review the list of required documents for registration before submitting. The New Family Registration portal will guide you through each step.

3. After submission, the Admissions team will contact you within 2 working days. If you do not receive any communication within that timeframe, check your junk email first. If there is still no contact, follow up through the school's official admissions channels.
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