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Bateen World Academy

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 54,000 - 75,310
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 534
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Typical class size 20
Introduction

Bateen World Academy is a co-educational day school in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, serving children aged 4 to 18. The school's programme is based on an adapted English National Curriculum and moves through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in primary, a broad middle‑school curriculum with I/GCSE in Years 10–11 (and MYP provision referenced in the school's IB documentation), and the IB Diploma (and IB Career‑related) options in senior school. English is the primary language of instruction; the school provides mandatory Arabic, UAE Social Studies, Moral Education and (for Muslim students) Islamic Studies and offers modern language options such as French and Spanish, with mother‑tongue support described in its language policy. Notable facilities listed by the academy include an indoor swimming pool, a full‑size astroturf football pitch, ICT laboratories, dedicated art and ceramics spaces, dance and drama studios and science laboratories. The primary sources for these details are the school website and its published curriculum and policy documents.

35 Al Najah Street, Al Manhal, W18-01, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Bateen World Academy has 534 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Abu Dhabi city, in the Al Manaseer/Al Manhal area on Khalifah Bin Shakhbout Street. The campus address is Khalifah Bin Shakhbout Street, Al Manaseer Area. The school is accessible via the city's main roads in central Abu Dhabi and is set in a residential, urban neighbourhood.

Stages
The school serves students from FS1 through Year 13. In Primary, the curriculum is the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); in Years 7–9 students follow the English National Curriculum; Years 10–11 use I/GCSEs; and Years 12–13 pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes students from more than 60 nationalities; the school serves internationally minded expatriate and Emirati families, with a highly diverse international mix.

Additional learning support
Bateen World Academy emphasises inclusive learning with pastoral support and tailored approaches for students who need extra help, developed in collaboration with families and learned teams.

Country affiliation
There is no formal country affiliation; the school is part of Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi and operates as an international school.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation; the school welcomes students from all cultures and religions. Islamic Studies and Moral Education are provided in line with UAE requirements for Muslim students.

School day structure
The typical school day runs from about 7:30 to 15:00, Monday to Thursday, with a shorter Friday schedule from 7:30 to 12:00. A mid-day break and lunch period are included in the timetable.

Bus service
Aldar Academies' transport is provided by Emirates Transport. The annual return-bus fee is 5,000 AED, subject to ADEK approval. Routes and enrollment are coordinated through the Admissions team; buses are air-conditioned and offered on a door-to-door basis where possible.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is not offered. The academy operates as a day school. There are no on-site boarding facilities or flexi-boarding options.

Uniform Requirement
A school uniform is required for all students. Uniforms can be purchased online or in person at Magrudy, Al Wahda Mall. Color and design details are not published on the school's pages.

Food Options
The school canteen provides hot and cold lunches. The menu is planned with dieticians to meet ADEK standards and to use fresh ingredients; themed days are held to promote healthy eating.

Governance and Ownership
The academy is part of Aldar Education and Aldar Academies, owned and operated by Aldar Education. Aldar Education owns and operates 31 schools across the UAE, including Bateen World Academy as one of its Abu Dhabi-based academies.
Fees

Annual tuition at Bateen World Academy ranges from AED 54,000 to AED 75,310 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees
- A registration (application) fee is charged on acceptance of an offer. For the 2025/2026 academic year this is set at 5% of the annual tuition fee and is deducted against the final term's tuition.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term breakdown, AED)
- FS1: AED 54,000 per year — Term 1: AED 21,600; Term 2: AED 16,200; Term 3: AED 16,200.
- FS2: AED 58,090 per year — Term 1: AED 23,236; Term 2: AED 17,427; Term 3: AED 17,427.
- Year 1 – Year 6: AED 62,600 per year — Term 1: AED 25,040; Term 2: AED 18,780; Term 3: AED 18,780.
- Year 7 – Year 8: AED 64,160 per year — Term 1: AED 25,664; Term 2: AED 19,248; Term 3: AED 19,248.
- Year 9: AED 68,790 per year — Term 1: AED 27,516; Term 2: AED 20,637; Term 3: AED 20,637.
- Year 10 – Year 11: AED 72,270 per year — Term 1: AED 28,908; Term 2: AED 21,681; Term 3: AED 21,681.
- Year 12 – Year 13: AED 75,310 per year — Term 1: AED 30,124; Term 2: AED 22,593; Term 3: AED 22,593.
These tuition figures and the three-term breakdown apply to the current approved fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed in three terms corresponding to the Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3 amounts shown above. The school enforces a multi-installment billing schedule in line with regulatory requirements (three or more tuition installments per academic year). The first installment may be collected before the academic year starts.
- The registration fee charged on acceptance is applied against tuition as described above.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered; the academy operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees.

Other costs and additional fees
- Uniforms: uniform purchases are separate to tuition and can be obtained through the named supplier (Magrudy at Al Wahda Mall) or the school's uniform ordering channel. Uniform costs are additional to tuition.
- Transport: bus transport is provided through the approved provider; the published indicative annual cost is approximately AED 5,000 per student for a return journey (subject to change and route availability). Transport fees are charged separately.
- Food services (school meals) are not included in the tuition figure and are charged separately where used. External examination fees (e.g., IGCSE / A-level / IB exam costs) are additional and charged as applicable. Some extra‑curricular activities led by external providers require separate payments. Tuition does include standard curriculum books.

Refund information
- Registration/re-registration fees are charged in line with regulatory guidance and are adjusted against tuition. Regulatory guidance states registration fees may be refundable in specific circumstances (for example, if the school cannot accommodate the student, or if a new student withdraws a prescribed period before the start of the academic year); schools may retain re-registration fees for returning students as permitted under the regulator's rules. Refunds and their conditions follow the regulator's fee policy and the academy's published fee terms.

Fee payment options
- Available payment methods include bank transfer and cheque. The academy also supports digital payment options such as the local PayIt wallet/app and offers 0% credit-card installment plans through partner banks (example partners listed include FAB, ADIB and ENBD). The finance office handles invoicing and payment processing; available plans and partner bank offers are applied according to the academy's published arrangements.

Notes and exclusions
- Tuition figures stated above do not include uniforms, transport, food services, external examination charges or certain extra‑curricular activities. All fee levels are subject to regulatory approval and can be adjusted only with the regulator's authorisation. The academy publishes fee schedules and follows ADEK's rules on fee collection, registration fees and instalment arrangements.
Academics

Bateen World Academy teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
The curriculum is built on an adapted English National Curriculum and progresses through a sequence of IB-based programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Primary, I/GCSE in Middle School, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) in Senior School. FS1 and Primary years (up to Year 6) are delivered under the PYP with EYFS alignment, emphasising inquiry-based learning and Approaches to Learning. Arabic Language, UAE Social Studies, Moral Education, and Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) are taught to meet UAE MOE requirements within the English National Curriculum framework. In Years 7–9, students undertake I/GCSE qualifications within the English National Curriculum with an international dimension. In Years 12–13, students study the IB Diploma Programme, including the six subject groups and the DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity, Service, and the Extended Essay).

Exam Results
GCSE and IB Diploma results are described as strong, with performance above world averages.

Higher Education Progression
Many Year 13 graduates gain places at top universities, with around 50% entering top-200 universities worldwide and about 20% into the top-50.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Bateen World Academy maintains a structured pastoral care framework that supports social and emotional learning (SEL) across the school. The leadership includes a Director of Student Affairs who leads comprehensive pastoral care and facilitates the development of students' character within the IB Learner Profile, and who also serves as the school's Child Protection Coordinator. A dedicated pastoral team and inclusion provision underpin student support across the school. The About section notes that student wellbeing is a core part of the care provided and that there is a full-time school nurse on site to support health-related wellbeing during the day. This emphasis on wellbeing is reflected in practices that foster a safe, supportive school environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Bateen World Academy's Inclusion Policy explicitly covers SoD (Students of Determination), Gifted and Talented (G&T), and English as an Additional Language (EAL). The policy identifies a leadership structure including a Head of Inclusion, a Head of G&T, and a Head of EAL to oversee inclusion provision. Standard inclusive provision is described as a tiered model of support (Tier 1–3) with Documentation Learning Plans (DLPs) such as Learning Plans (IEP), Enrichment Plans (ALP), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), stored in CPOMS. Identification and referral for SoD, G&T, and EAL are part of the policy, employing assessments and consultations with staff, parents, and pupils. Exiting EAL support is defined, including criteria and ongoing monitoring after cessation.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL is included as a core element in the Inclusion Policy, ensuring provision for multilingual learners who need language support. There is a Head of EAL who leads EAL provision as part of the inclusion leadership team. EAL identification uses the WIDA Model, CAT4, and other assessments to determine needs. WIDA Can Do Portraits are created for each EAL student to inform teaching strategies. Exiting EAL support follows defined criteria, with ongoing monitoring after cessation.

Mental Wellbeing
The safeguarding framework includes a focus on mental health and wellbeing through designated roles such as Counsellors/Mental Health Leads. Students have access to counselling and mental health support as part of safeguarding and welfare services. The school provides a full-time school nurse to support wellbeing and health needs during the day. Pastoral care is led by the Director of Student Affairs, who coordinates holistic wellbeing and character development. CPOMS safeguarding data support risk-informed decisions and ongoing monitoring of wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The Safeguarding and Student Protection Policy states safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to maltreatment. Roles include a Designated Safeguarding Lead/Child Protection Coordinator and Deputy Safeguarding Leads who lead safeguarding activities. Staff training, safe recruitment, whistleblowing procedures, and the use of the CPOMS safeguarding platform to manage case records are mandated. Counsellors/Mental Health Leads are identified as part of safeguarding to provide additional support. Safeguarding governance includes collaboration with external agencies and annual policy reviews, with the policy publicly communicated and understood by the school community.
Parent Experience

History
Bateen World Academy opened in 2011 as a private, co-educational school in Abu Dhabi. It operates within the Aldar Academies network, a group of ADEK-ranked international schools led under Aldar Education. The curriculum combines an adapted English National Curriculum with progression to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the senior years. The school serves a diverse student body drawn from more than sixty nationalities, reflecting its international character. The school's leadership and governance align with Aldar Academies' commitments to purpose, promise, and values.

Community
The school hosts a culturally diverse community with students from over sixty nationalities. A wide range of clubs and extracurricular activities supports community life, including sports teams, music, drama, and cultural activities. Student communities include Reading Buddies, the ABC Anti-Bullying Committee, the Student Council, Transition Buddies, Green Ambassadors, and House Captains. Parent engagement is encouraged and facilitated through a dedicated Parent Relations Executive, with activities such as coffee mornings to help parents understand how their children study and how to support them.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is no publicly documented formal PTA; instead, parent involvement is organized through a dedicated Parent Relations Executive (PRE) who coordinates communications and parent activities. The PRE arranges events such as parent tours, open days, and information sessions to help families engage with school life; families can book a tour via the Book a Tour page. Parents can contact the PRE at PRE@bateenworldacademy.ae for inquiries and updates. Aldar Education also maintains a network-wide Parent Experience Centre that provides resources and support for parents across its schools. In addition, the school hosts parent coffee mornings and information sessions to help parents understand the curriculum and school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Bateen World Academy's Abu Dhabi campus is equipped with a range of specialist facilities to support learning across the curriculum. The school features a 50-meter indoor swimming pool and a 100m x 58m floodlit AstroTurf field, along with a multi-purpose sports hall and a basketball/netball court. Creative spaces include Art and ceramics rooms, dance and drama studios, and a recording studio for music and performance work. Science and technology facilities support hands-on learning through science laboratories and ICT labs. The campus is designed to accommodate inquiry-based learning with additional specialist spaces across the site.

Sports Facilities
A floodlit 100m x 58m AstroTurf field supports outdoor PE and athletics, with a dedicated basketball/netball court on site. The campus includes a 50-meter indoor swimming pool for swimming lessons and competitions, and a multi-purpose sports hall suitable for indoor sports and PE activities. These facilities are complemented by practical spaces for warm-ups, training, and team use, enabling a broad PE and sports program.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include science laboratories for practical experiments and ICT labs for digital learning. ICT labs provide computing resources and networked devices for student use. Classrooms are designed to support collaborative, inquiry-based learning and project work. The campus also supports a range of specialist spaces to enable STEM and research activities within the curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Bateen World Academy offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, with more than 90 ECAs available and high student participation. Programs include music and drama, whole-school productions, football, volleyball, and science clubs, among others. The school provides both competitive and recreational options and regularly introduces new clubs each term.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers after‑school academic boosters across IB/DP and GCSE courses, with a focus on STEM. Shapr 3D CAD Drawing sessions run Thursdays 3-4 pm in SA10, introducing CAD drawing and 3D modeling. Boosters cover IB/DP and GCSE courses, including DP/IGCSE Physics Booster, DP/GCSE Chemistry Booster, IGCSE/DP Chemistry Booster, and GCSE Computer Science Booster, with sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays. An external Tennis Coaching ECA runs on Tuesdays 3-4:30 pm at Abu Dhabi Country Club for 800 AED per term.

Arts & Creative
Bollywood & Salsa is offered as an after-school ECA in the Dance Studio, providing a cultural arts experience. Music and drama clubs are also part of the arts and creative opportunities available to students.

Cultural & Language
Bollywood & Salsa is a cultural activity offered as an ECA. Cultural activities are part of the after-school program, supporting internationally minded engagement.

Social & Hobbies
A broad range of sports clubs operate after school and during lunch, including netball, swimming, touch rugby, football, volleyball, tennis, and badminton. Some ECAs involve external coaches with additional fees, such as Tennis Coaching at Abu Dhabi Country Club (800 AED per term). Dance-based ECAs, including Bollywood and Salsa, are offered as part of the arts program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school has state-of-the-art facilities to support wellbeing, including an indoor swimming pool, a 3G AstroTurf football pitch, a sports hall, dance studios and other specialist spaces. A full‑time school nurse provides health services during the day. The environment emphasizes safe, caring, inclusive learning with opportunities for physical activity and personal development.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows an adapted English National Curriculum and progresses through the IB framework. Primary School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP); Middle School uses I/GCSE; Senior School culminates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Arabic Language is taught as an additional subject, with UAE Social Studies, Moral Education and Islamic Studies (for Muslim students) to meet UAE Ministry of Education requirements. The language of instruction is English.

Bilingual Teaching
No
Reputation

Awards
No information on awards published on the site.

Accreditations
ADEK rated the school as Very Good in December 2019.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit your enquiry online; a Parent Relations Executive will respond within 2 working days to help with next steps. 2. Schedule a tour or meeting with the Senior Leadership team to learn more about the Academy. 3. Submit a completed application; the Admissions Team will be in touch within 2 working days. 4. After a successful assessment, an offer of a place is made within 2 working days; once the offer is accepted and the registration fee is paid, enrolment proceeds.

Scholarships
The Aldar Academies Scholarship Programme is available to Bateen World Academy students from Year 7 onwards. Scholarships cover tuition fee reductions and recognize achievements in Academic Achievement, Sports, Innovation & Digital Technology, Creative & Performing Arts, and Arabic Studies. Applications can be submitted alongside a student place application; the programme applies across participating Aldar academies, including Bateen. Scholarships may be available to both new and current students for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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