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Aspen Heights British School

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 38,080 - 65,290
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1237
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Typical class size 20
Introduction

Aspen Heights British School is a co-educational British international school in Al Bahyah, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, serving children aged 3 to 18. The school follows the National Curriculum for England through to IGCSE and offers Sixth Form pathways including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas; instruction is English-medium. Arabic is taught in line with UAE Ministry requirements and the school reports a multilingual pathway in which students also study French and Spanish. Campus facilities described on the school website include specialist ICT and robotics rooms, music and recording studios, art and design workshops, a hydroponic garden lab and animal areas, two swimming pools, an indoor sports hall, a padel court and a multi‑use games arena. The school highlights sustainability and hands‑on eco learning, a broad extra‑curricular programme, and links to the International Schools Partnership's life‑competencies and global opportunities.

Street 15, Al Bahyah Old, Al Bahyah, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Aspen Heights British School has 1,237 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Aspen Heights British School is located in the Al Bahya area of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus is on Street 15 in Al Bahya, near Emirates Park Zoo. It serves the Al Bahya and Al Raha communities on Abu Dhabi's outskirts and is accessible by road from surrounding neighbourhoods.

Stages
The school offers the National Curriculum of England from Foundation Stage (Nursery, age 3) through Year 11 and has the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12 and 13. The IB DP started for Year 12 in 2023, with the school extending to Year 13 in line with IB authorization.

Type
Aspen Heights British School is co-educational and operates as a day school. The IB information confirms co-educational status and day schooling.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school represents students from about 50 nationalities, and the student body is described as international. A published breakdown of local Emirati versus international students is not provided.

Additional learning support
The school provides inclusive education and maintains an Inclusion (SEN) Policy. There is an Inclusion Department led by a Head of Inclusion, with an eligibility and intervention process for SEND, and requests for external assessments or individualized learning plans may be made; some services may incur additional costs.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. The curriculum combines the English National Curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation stated; UAE's Moral Education program is embedded within the curriculum.

School day structure
The school day opens at 7:30 am, with the National Anthem at 7:45 am. FS1/FS2 finish at 2:15 pm, and Year 1–Year 13 finish at 2:40 pm. After-school ECAs run until 3:30 pm.

Bus service
Bus services are provided by Shanawaz and operate across Abu Dhabi, including areas such as Al Bahya, Al Falah, Al Reef, Al Rahba, Al Raha Beach, Yas Island, Khalifa City A, Shahama, Hydra Village and more. Bus fees are 5,000 AED per year.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is not offered. The school operates a day program only, with no residential boarding facilities.

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is contemporary and European in style and is mandatory for all pupils, including bags, shoes, and hats. It is purchased on-site at the uniform shop in the administration building, with Trutex as the provider and an online click-and-collect service anticipated.

Food Options
There is an on-site canteen with lunch available to be pre-ordered or brought from home; Key Stage 2 students will have access to the canteen for their meals. A reputable third-party supplier can deliver packed lunches to classrooms, and the school requests that nuts not be brought to school due to allergy considerations.

House System
Each pupil and staff member is assigned to a House. The four Houses are Earth (green), Air (silver), Fire (yellow), and Water (blue); the system supports healthy competition, teamwork, and leadership opportunities.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), indicating governance within a global schools group. Specific ownership details are not disclosed in the provided information.
Fees

Annual tuition at Aspen Heights British School ranges from AED 38,080 to AED 65,290 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee
- A registration fee equal to 5% of the annual tuition is payable on enrolment and is included in the Term 1 invoice.

Tuition fees by year group (per term and annual totals) — amounts shown in AED
- Nursery (FS1): Registration AED 1,904; Term 1 AED 13,328; Term 2 AED 11,424; Term 3 AED 11,424; Annual total AED 38,080.
- FS2: Registration AED 1,904; Term 1 AED 13,328; Term 2 AED 11,424; Term 3 AED 11,424; Annual total AED 38,080.
- Year 1: Registration AED 1,904; Term 1 AED 13,328; Term 2 AED 11,424; Term 3 AED 11,424; Annual total AED 38,080.
- Year 2: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 3: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 4: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 5: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 6: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 7: Registration AED 2,448; Term 1 AED 17,136; Term 2 AED 14,688; Term 3 AED 14,688; Annual total AED 48,960.
- Year 8: Registration AED 2,721; Term 1 AED 19,043; Term 2 AED 16,323; Term 3 AED 16,323; Annual total AED 54,410.
- Year 9: Registration AED 2,721; Term 1 AED 19,043; Term 2 AED 16,323; Term 3 AED 16,323; Annual total AED 54,410.
- Year 10: Registration AED 2,721; Term 1 AED 19,043; Term 2 AED 16,323; Term 3 AED 16,323; Annual total AED 54,410.
- Year 11: Registration AED 2,993; Term 1 AED 20,947; Term 2 AED 17,955; Term 3 AED 17,955; Annual total AED 59,850 (external examination entry costs are additional and payable by parents).
- Year 12: Registration AED 2,993; Term 1 AED 20,947; Term 2 AED 17,955; Term 3 AED 17,955; Annual total AED 59,850.
- Year 13: Registration AED 3,265; Term 1 AED 22,851; Term 2 AED 19,587; Term 3 AED 19,587; Annual total AED 65,290 (external examination entry costs are additional and payable by parents).
- Oasis – Key Stage 1: Registration AED 2,721; Term 1 AED 19,043; Term 2 AED 16,323; Term 3 AED 16,323; Annual total AED 54,410 (therapy fees additional).
- Oasis – Key Stage 2: Registration AED 3,000; Term 1 AED 21,000; Term 2 AED 18,000; Term 3 AED 18,000; Annual total AED 60,000 (therapy fees additional).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees may be paid annually or in three instalments. Fees must be received before the first day of school.
- Payment due dates when paying in three instalments are: Term 1 — 1 August; Term 2 — 1 December; Term 3 — 1 March.
- Term 1 invoices include the registration fee (5% of annual tuition) which is due at enrolment.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offering or charged in the fee schedule; no boarding fees are applicable.

Other costs and optional fees
- External examination entry costs (for specified external exams) are charged in addition to tuition where applicable and are the responsibility of parents.
- Therapy fees apply in addition to Oasis programme tuition where indicated.
- Bus/transportation: Bus service fees are AED 5,000 per annum (route coverage and availability are as advised by the school).
- Uniform: School uniform (including sports clothing, hats, school bags and plain black school shoes) must be purchased from the on-site uniform shop; shop contact details are provided for purchases.
- Any additional activities, enrichment programmes, trips or specialist services may incur separate charges as billed by the school.

Refund and cancellation information
- Fees once paid are refundable in line with regulatory-body guidance. Refund requests must be submitted in writing with proof of payment. Refund processing may take up to 14 business days and refunds will be credited to the original payment method.

Discounts
- Sibling discounts are offered for eldest and subsequent children (details at the school's admissions/finance office). Residents of Al Reef 1 and Al Reef 2 receive a 10% tuition discount. Corporate discounts may be available at the school's discretion.

Fee payment options and methods
- Accepted payment methods include: Cash, Cheque, Credit card, and Online Banking. Online payments follow the school's online payment terms and confirmation procedures. Transaction fees imposed by banks or payment gateways may be applied as described in the school's payment terms.

Notes
- External examination entry costs and therapy fees where indicated are additional to the listed tuition figures and will be invoiced separately.
Academics

Aspen Heights British School teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Aspen Heights British School is located in Al Bahya, Abu Dhabi, UAE (PO Box 137352). It was founded in September 2017. The school offers the National Curriculum of England for Nursery to Year 11 and is an IB World School authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme for Year 12 and Year 13. It is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP).

Exam Results
The school reports strong performance in international assessments, noting exceptional results in the international PISA assessment and that students performed at a level significantly higher than peers across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a positive and welcoming ethos with a strong sense of community and close relationships with families. Wellbeing initiatives are embedded in the core curriculum, including mindfulness activities in classrooms and daily wellbeing and circle time. A pastoral care team and on-site counsellor provide support, with Social Emotional Learning lessons and a Mental Health Ambassador Programme that supports student wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school is inclusive for gifted students and those with special educational needs. It maintains an Inclusion (SEN) Policy to guide support and provision.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is English, delivering the National Curriculum for England. Arabic is taught for native and non-native speakers from Nursery, with French from Year 3 and Spanish from Year 3. EAL support is provided to assist students in accessing the curriculum. Native-English-speaking teachers underpin classroom delivery.

Mental Wellbeing
There is an on-site school counsellor, a pastoral care team, and a focus on wellbeing through mindfulness, social–emotional learning, and regular wellbeing resources for families. The school offers 1:1 and group counselling, and runs wellbeing initiatives such as the Mental Health Ambassador Programme. Two mental health first aiders support wellbeing across the school.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority with staff trained in safeguarding and dedicated Designated Safeguarding Leads. Policies include safeguarding, intimate care, anti-bullying, and whistleblowing, with additional group protections under ISP's Child Protection framework.
Parent Experience

History
Aspen Heights British School was founded in September 2017 to serve the growing educational needs of the surrounding Al Bahya and Al Raha communities in Abu Dhabi. It offers the National Curriculum of England to students in a personalised way, integrating the local community and environment, for children from Nursery (age 3) to Secondary. The school has been authorised as an IB World School, approved to offer the IB Diploma Programme to Year 12 from September 2023, with the first IB Diploma Programme cohort starting in 2023/2024. AHBS follows the English National Curriculum from EYFS (age 3-4) up until Key Stage 4 (age 14-16) and then transitions to the IB Diploma Programme for Key Stage 5 (age 16-18). The school adds one year group with each new academic year as the IB provision expands.

Community
Aspen Heights British School provides a supportive and engaging international environment, with a curriculum that integrates the local community and environment through environmental themes. It is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global community of 80+ schools across 22 countries focused on growing curious and confident minds. The campus features environmental features such as a hydroponics greenhouse and animals to support hands-on learning. The school emphasises close relationships with families and the wider community as a distinguishing feature of its culture.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Aspen Heights British School has an active parent community. A parent survey shows over 90% of parents agree that their child is happy, safe and well taught. Parents are satisfied with education progress and leadership, and would recommend the school. Parents participate in activities and events at the school. There are workshops to help parents practise at home and stay involved in their children's learning. This reflects a culture of care and ongoing parental involvement.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Aspen Heights British School is located in Al Bahya, Abu Dhabi, on a campus designed with nature in mind. The campus features a hydroponics greenhouse, animals, and a sensory room to support hands-on environmental learning. It includes a large indoor gym, a multi-purpose hall, two swimming pools (junior and senior), two astro pitches, a padel court, and a dedicated music and art complex. ICT is integrated across the school with Chromebooks for Year 1+, tablets, interactive smart boards, AR learning, and Google for Education. The library provides resources in English and Arabic, and on-site facilities include a health clinic, canteen, science labs and design & technology rooms.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a gym, indoor sports court, two astro pitches, a padel court, a multi-use games arena, and two swimming pools. A dance studio and a podcast studio complement physical education and performing arts. Shaded outdoor play spaces and gardens support daily activity and recreation.

Academic Facilities
The school has science laboratories and dedicated art, design and technology rooms. ICT and digital learning are embedded through Chromebooks, tablets, interactive boards and a Google for Education framework. The library supports English and Arabic resources. Arabic is taught to all students from Nursery and French from Year 3. Aspen Heights British School is authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12–13, following the English National Curriculum up to Year 11.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A wide range of clubs is offered, included in fees. An external provider, Athleta Sports, runs additional after-school and weekend sports, with clubs available to Year 1+ each term. Activities foster team spirit, physical development, creativity and self-confidence.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
From Year 1 upward, a range of free and paid ECAs runs four days a week, with students able to choose two activities. The clubs include sports clubs, chess, drama, maths club, athletics and Eco Club. Termly educational visits and trips from FS2 upward support the curriculum topics. The IB Diploma Programme promotes critical thinking, research and global awareness, and includes the CAS programme to develop creativity, activity and service.

Arts & Creative
Extra-curricular activities include drama, music, arts and crafts, performing arts, sports and dance. There are dedicated music and art spaces and specialist music teachers to support learning. These activities nurture creativity and self-expression.

Cultural & Language
Arabic is taught from Nursery for native and non-native speakers; from Year 1 Arabic lessons are split into native and non-native groups. French is offered from Year 3. Spanish is taught from Year 3 onward. Public speaking and debating are used to develop confidence in speaking to an audience.

Social & Hobbies
A wide range of after-school clubs supports teamwork and social development, including drama, dance, sports and other activities. Team sports promote collaboration, and drama and dance foster teamwork. The program emphasizes creativity and self-confidence.

Community & Service
The IB Diploma Programme includes community engagement and service-learning; CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) promotes creativity, activity and service, and encourages students to engage in meaningful activities outside the classroom.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports facilities include a large multi-purpose hall/gymnasium, an indoor sports court, two astro pitches, a padel court, a multi-use games arena, two swimming pools (junior and senior), a dance studio and a podcast studio. PE and swimming are integral to the curriculum, and Healthy Week and House Days promote physical wellbeing. The school promotes healthy eating with a catering partner and a Fruit and Vegetable of the Week initiative; nuts, sweets and fizzy drinks are not permitted in packed lunches.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic language studies are taught for native and non-native speakers from Nursery onward, within the Ministry of Education Arabic curriculum and aligned with ENC classroom practice; Arabic classes work hand-in-hand with English teachers for consistency. French is offered from Year 3. Native English-speaking teachers deliver the British Curriculum and the school follows the National Curriculum for England; Aspen Heights British School is an IB World School authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme for Years 12–13. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership and provides International Learning Opportunities.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Your Application. Applications are submitted online. After submission you receive an automated confirmation email. The school may request copies of documents to support the application, including the end-of-year school report for the latest full academic year and nursery reports if applying for FS1, FS2 or Year 1.

2. Assessment/Observation. Daily observations form part of the admissions process. For FS1 and FS2, a playdate may be arranged; for Years 1 and above, a short assessment is arranged. A response is provided within about 2 working days after the playdate or assessment.

3. Securing Your Child's Place. A formal offer requires acceptance within 7 days and payment of the 5% registration fee (or the full term fee depending on timing). The 5% registration fee is deductible from the first term's school fees. After payment and acceptance, a list of essential ADEK registration documents is issued to be submitted within 7 days. The place is confirmed on receipt of payment and all required documents.

4. Moving to Abu Dhabi. School places are filled quickly, especially for ages 3–10, and a place can be reserved before moving. Moving families should provide a copy of the child's passport and confirmation of year or Grade; out-of-country applications should include the child's most recent school or nursery report.

Scholarships
AHBS participates in iSP scholarships. Up to 75% of tuition is subsidised for up to two years for exceptional students. Scholarship categories include: Relentless Achievers (Year 10), Global Trailblazers (Year 10 & 12), and Innovators of Tomorrow (Year 12). Internal applications for iSP Scholarships are now closed.

Waitlist
Waiting lists are maintained when a year group is full. Priority is given to siblings. For more information, contact the admissions team.
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