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Diyar Private Academy

United Arab Emirates, Fujairah

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Arabic
Fees AED 15,480 - 31,590
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 3839
Type Co-educational, Girls School, Boys School
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum)
Taught languages Arabic
Typical class size 23
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Located in Fujairah and Dibba, Diyar Private Academy is a school delivering a curriculum in English with campuses for Fujairah and Dibba (Girls & Early Years, and Boys). The school aligns its US curriculum with New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards; IPC and IMYC provide cross‑curricular themes. Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education follow MOE guidelines; Pre‑KG follows EYFS. Ages 3 to 18; mixed‑gender classes through Grade 4, with single‑sex classes from Grade 5 to 12. Established in 2013, it graduated its first class in 2020 and was accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc) in 2022. Facilities include a library, clinic, computer labs, science labs, theatre, football field, swimming pools and an Achievement Centre. About 1,500 students from 47 nationalities and 53 partnerships. Notable clubs include music, arts and crafts and community services; a field‑trip program broadens learning across the UAE.

Diyar Private Academy — Fujairah: P.O. Box 9888, Al Sharia Sikamkam, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates; Diyar Private Academy — Dibba (Girls & Early Years): P.O. Box 12533 Dibba, Riffa area, Schools Complex, Khazan Block, Ghoub Street, Near FEWA, Dibba Fujairah, United Arab Emirates; Diyar Private Academy — Dibba (Boys): Al Nahda, Dibba Masafi Road (Opposite Al Sharq Hospital), Dibba, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Diyar Private Academy has 3,839 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English, Arabic.

Location
Diyar Private Academy operates in the United Arab Emirates, with campuses in Fujairah city and in Dibba, Fujairah. The Fujairah campus address is P.O. Box 9888, Al Sharia Sikamkam, Fujairah, UAE. The Dibba campus is located in Dibba, Fujairah (Opposite National Technical Testing, Al Nahdah, Dibba, Fujairah).

Stages
Age range 3 to 18 years; Grades Pre-KG to 12.

Type
Private school delivering the American curriculum in English.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Diverse nationalities: 47.

Additional learning support
Achievement Center provides targeted support; inclusive ethos; sensory room.

Country affiliation
United States (follows New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards).

Bus service
Emirates Transport provides bus transportation services for Diyar students; area-based fees; contact hamzakhan.et2@gmail.com.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
A school uniform is required. There is a PE uniform for PE lessons and black school shoes are compulsory on non‑PE days. Uniform is available from FNAC. Uniform guidelines specify the dress code for each level and UAE regulations require students to wear the correct uniform daily.

Food Options
Canteens offer a variety of healthy food choices. The canteen encourages nutritious options to fuel students' minds and bodies throughout the day. Canteen staff are dedicated to providing delicious and healthy options that students enjoy.

House System
There are four houses: Falcon (red), Oryx (blue), Leopard (green), and Gazelle (yellow). All students and staff belong to a house, and house points are awarded for positive conduct and achievements; the weekly winning house is announced at assemblies.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a member of Fujairah National Group.
Fees

Annual tuition at Diyar Private Academy ranges from AED 15,480 to AED 31,590 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate, fixed "application fee" amount is published for routine online applications. For new students the school requires an acceptance/registration deposit: for the Fujairah campus a new‑student deposit of up to 30% of the total annual fee is charged on acceptance (this deposit is deductible from the first term and is non‑refundable except where the family must move outside the Emirate before the start of the academic year).

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Pre‑KG: Tuition AED 14,980; Book fee AED 500; Annual total AED 15,480. Instalments: 1st (40% of tuition + book) AED 6,492; 2nd (30% of tuition) AED 4,494; 3rd (30% of tuition) AED 4,494.
- KG1: Tuition AED 18,190; Book fee AED 1,000; Annual total AED 19,190. Instalments: 1st AED 8,276; 2nd AED 5,457; 3rd AED 5,457.
- KG2: Tuition AED 18,725; Book fee AED 1,200; Annual total AED 19,925. Instalments: 1st AED 8,690; 2nd AED 5,617.50; 3rd AED 5,617.50.
- Grade 1: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 23,540; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,540. Instalments: 1st AED 11,416; 2nd AED 7,062; 3rd AED 7,062.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 25,680; Book fee AED 2,200; Annual total AED 27,880. Instalments: 1st AED 12,472; 2nd AED 7,704; 3rd AED 7,704.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 25,680; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 28,380. Instalments: 1st AED 12,972; 2nd AED 7,704; 3rd AED 7,704.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 27,820; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 30,520. Instalments: 1st AED 13,828; 2nd AED 8,346; 3rd AED 8,346.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 28,890; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 31,590. Instalments: 1st AED 14,256; 2nd AED 8,667; 3rd AED 8,667.

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Dibba (girls) (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Pre‑KG: Tuition AED 14,980; Book fee AED 500; Annual total AED 15,480. Instalments: 1st AED 6,492; 2nd AED 4,494; 3rd AED 4,494.
- KG1: Tuition AED 18,190; Book fee AED 1,000; Annual total AED 19,190. Instalments: 1st AED 8,276; 2nd AED 5,457; 3rd AED 5,457.
- KG2: Tuition AED 18,725; Book fee AED 1,200; Annual total AED 19,925. Instalments: 1st AED 8,690; 2nd AED 5,617.50; 3rd AED 5,617.50.
- Grade 1: Tuition AED 19,260; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,760. Instalments: 1st AED 9,204; 2nd AED 5,778; 3rd AED 5,778.
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 19,795; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,295. Instalments: 1st AED 9,418; 2nd AED 5,938.50; 3rd AED 5,938.50.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 20,330; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 21,830. Instalments: 1st AED 9,632; 2nd AED 6,099; 3rd AED 6,099.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 24,270. Instalments: 1st AED 10,788; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 22,470; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 24,470. Instalments: 1st AED 10,988; 2nd AED 6,741; 3rd AED 6,741.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,005. Instalments: 1st AED 11,202; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 25,005. Instalments: 1st AED 11,202; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 23,005; Book fee AED 2,500; Annual total AED 25,505. Instalments: 1st AED 11,702; 2nd AED 6,901.50; 3rd AED 6,901.50.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 24,610; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 27,310. Instalments: 1st AED 12,544; 2nd AED 7,383; 3rd AED 7,383.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 26,750; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 29,450. Instalments: 1st AED 13,400; 2nd AED 8,025; 3rd AED 8,025.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 28,890; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 31,590. Instalments: 1st AED 14,256; 2nd AED 8,667; 3rd AED 8,667.

Tuition fees — Diyar Private Academy, Dibba (boys) (annual tuition, book fee, annual total, then instalments)
- Grade 2: Tuition AED 18,500; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,000. Instalments: 1st AED 8,900; 2nd AED 5,550; 3rd AED 5,550.
- Grade 3: Tuition AED 19,000; Book fee AED 1,500; Annual total AED 20,500. Instalments: 1st AED 9,100; 2nd AED 5,700; 3rd AED 5,700.
- Grade 4: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 22,800. Instalments: 1st AED 10,200; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 5: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 1,800; Annual total AED 22,800. Instalments: 1st AED 10,200; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 6: Tuition AED 21,000; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,000. Instalments: 1st AED 10,400; 2nd AED 6,300; 3rd AED 6,300.
- Grade 7: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,500. Instalments: 1st AED 10,600; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 8: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,000; Annual total AED 23,500. Instalments: 1st AED 10,600; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 9: Tuition AED 21,500; Book fee AED 2,500; Annual total AED 24,000. Instalments: 1st AED 11,100; 2nd AED 6,450; 3rd AED 6,450.
- Grade 10: Tuition AED 23,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 25,700. Instalments: 1st AED 11,900; 2nd AED 6,900; 3rd AED 6,900.
- Grade 11: Tuition AED 25,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 27,700. Instalments: 1st AED 12,700; 2nd AED 7,500; 3rd AED 7,500.
- Grade 12: Tuition AED 27,000; Book fee AED 2,700; Annual total AED 29,700. Instalments: 1st AED 13,500; 2nd AED 8,100; 3rd AED 8,100.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard instalment schedule (applies at the campuses): 1st instalment 40% of tuition due 31 August; 2nd instalment 30% of tuition due 31 December; 3rd instalment 30% of tuition due 31 March. Book fees are payable with the 1st instalment. For Fujairah historic/administrative policy documentation also references staged deposit arrangements for returning and new students (returning: up to 10% payable; new: up to 30% payable on acceptance).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offered option for Diyar Private Academy campuses; no boarding fees are published.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Book fees: stated per grade (listed above) and collected with first instalment. Book fees are treated as a separate, required charge.
- Transportation: route/area‑based transport fees are published and billed separately; example amounts: Fujairah standard routes AED 4,000 and outlying routes AED 5,000; Dibba routes range AED 4,000–5,000 depending on area. Transport fees are shown as annual charges per student.
- Uniforms and incidental supplies: uniform guidelines are in place; specific uniform price lists are not published as part of the fee tables but book/uniform/laptop items are treated as non‑refundable in the school fee collection policy (those items are charged separately and are non‑refundable).
- Sibling discounts: All campuses publish sibling discount arrangements (examples shown): single student no discount; two siblings 5% discount to the lower grade; three or more siblings attract discounts applied to lower grades (specific application rules vary per campus).

Refund information and withdrawal rules
- Refunds and withdrawals follow the approved fee/collection policy: prorated deductions apply based on attendance when a student leaves during the year (examples from the published school fee collection policy include: if the student attends two weeks or less, one month's fee is deducted; attendance between two weeks and one month results in two months' fees deducted; attendance of more than one month results in three months' fees deducted). Book, uniform and laptop fees are explicitly non‑refundable; transport refund rules are covered under the same refund framework. New‑student deposits are generally non‑refundable except where the family must move outside the Emirate before the academic year begins.

Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: online payment, cash, bank deposit/transfer, credit/debit card, and cheques. Cheques must be drawn to the campus legal name shown for each campus. For bank transfer payments parents are asked to include the Parent/Account reference and email proof of payment to the campus accounts email.
- Fujairah campus bank details (for transfers): Bank Name: CBD; Account name: DIYAR PRIVATE ACADEMY - FUJAIRAH; Account No: 1001495231; IBAN: AE910230000001001495231. Parents are asked to reference the payment with their Parent ID and forward proof to fuj.accounts@diyar.school.
- Dibba campus bank details (for transfers): Bank Name: National Bank of Fujairah (NBF); Account name: DIYAR PRIVATE ACADEMY - DIBBA; Account No: 12001004067; parents are asked to reference the payment with their Parent ID and forward proof to dibba.accounts@diyar.school. Dibba Boys also lists an NBF account number specific to that campus.

Notes and practical points for parents
- Book fees are payable with the first instalment. Installment due dates are fixed (31 August, 31 December, 31 March) and late or missing payments may lead to administrative actions per policy. Transport and other optional services are charged separately from tuition. Deposit/acceptance amounts for new students operate as described under the school's fee collection policy.
Academics

Diyar Private Academy teaches American Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
US curriculum aligned with New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) provide cross-curricular themes. Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education follow the Ministry of Education (MOE) curriculum. Pre-KG follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size 20-25 students.
Parent Experience

History
Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah was established on September 1, 2013 by H.H. Sheikh Saleh bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Department of Industry and Economy, Fujairah, and Dr. Sheikh Mohammed bin Saleh bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Vice Chairman of Fujairah National Group. It is located in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates and offers an American curriculum. Diyar provides mixed-gender classes through grade 4; from grade 5 to 12, students are taught in single-sex groups. The school graduated its first class in 2020 and aligns with the New York State Next Generation Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards, while following the Ministry of Education curriculum for Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies. It was accredited by the American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc) in 2022.

Community
Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah has 41 nationalities represented and a total enrollment of 1,493. The curriculum is US-based, aligned with New York State standards and the Next Generation Standards, with MOE coursework for Arabic, Islamic Education and Arabic Social Studies. English is the language of instruction, with Arabic and Islamic Education taught in Arabic. The campus features facilities such as STEAM and science laboratories, digital learning suites, performing and visual arts spaces, a swimming pool and theatre, and an Achievement Centre to support learners with developmental and learning needs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah offers a broad range of facilities to support learning, including a library, a clinic, computer labs, science labs, a football field, swimming pools, and a theatre. The Achievement Centre supports learners experiencing difficulties and provides inclusive education. The campus serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC). Class sizes average 20-25 students. Enrollment is around 1,500 students from 47 nationalities and 53 community partnerships.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a football field and swimming pools for student sports. The sports program supports both competitive and individual activities. Internal and external sports events are organized, including Aqua Swimming Competition for Girls and MS & HS Soccer Competitions. The Physical Education program aims to promote health and wellbeing and develop teamwork and leadership.

Academic Facilities
Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah offers well-equipped STEAM and science laboratories and digital learning suites. There are theatre and art spaces to showcase creativity. Language instruction is English; Arabic and Islamic Education are taught in Arabic. IEYC, IPC and IMYC curricula connect learning through cross-disciplinary themes. The Achievement Centre provides targeted support and inclusive education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities are offered outside the classroom to develop social skills and personal interests. Clubs include NSTI, board games, music, library (reading), community services, arts and crafts, and sports such as soccer and swimming. Field trips across the UAE expand classroom learning, with visits to attractions such as the Arabian Wildlife Center, Kalba Birds of Prey Centre and the Museum of the Future. The Music Program provides all students with music opportunities; Grades 11-12 can take music as an elective and there are dedicated music rooms and performance opportunities. The Physical Education program includes swimming and soccer and features internal and external competitions and events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah uses a US curriculum aligned to New York State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC) guiding cross‑curricular themes. The International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) is used for Pre‑KG to KG, and Arabic, Social Studies and Islamic Education are taught under MOE guidelines. The age range is 3 to 18, with programmes spanning IEYC, IPC and IMYC. Classroom learning is complemented by field trips around the UAE to extend understanding.

Arts & Creative
Music is offered to all elementary students, and music is an elective for Grades 11 and 12. The school has music rooms stocked with instruments, and students participate in bands with performances at assemblies, talent shows, international competitions and other school events. Arts and Crafts are among the after‑school clubs, and the campus includes a theatre to support performing arts.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs include NSTI, board games, music, library reading, community services, arts and crafts, Sports Salsa, soccer, swimming, gardening, and a fine motor skills club. Clubs are run by staff and provide opportunities for students to explore personal interests and social interaction after school. Classroom learning is expanded through field trips around the UAE, supporting experiential learning.

Community & Service
Community Services is offered as an extracurricular club. The school also hosts field trips to community and cultural sites such as Arabian Wildlife Center, Khor Kalba, The Green Planet, Kalba Birds of Prey Centre, Hisn Khorfakan Museum, Al Rumaila Farm, Museum of the Future, Khor Kalba Mangrove, and Etihad Museum. These experiences connect students with local communities and real‑world contexts.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council is part of Diyar Private Academy's school life. PTSA (Parent-Teacher-Student Association) exists to foster leadership and parental involvement. Through these structures, students develop leadership, teamwork and professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Physical Education program emphasizes an active and healthy lifestyle with a broad range of activities, including swimming and soccer. The five‑domain curriculum aims to improve students' health, lifestyle and understanding. Facilities include a football field, swimming pools and a theatre to support sports, health and well‑being.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction for most subjects; Arabic and Islamic Education are taught in Arabic.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as the medium of instruction, with Arabic used for Arabic language studies and Islamic Education.
Reputation

Accreditations
Diyar Private Academy—Fujairah is accredited by The American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc). Diyar Private Academy—Dibba Girls is accredited by The American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAA). Diyar Private Academy—Dibba Boys is accredited by The American International Accreditation Association of Schools & Colleges (AIAAsc).
Admissions

Admissions
1. REGISTRATION. Begin the application by clicking the New Admission link to start the online application process. The school provides an online registration portal to collect initial information from new and returning families. This step sets up the applicant in the admissions workflow and directs you to subsequent steps. 2. INTERVIEW & ASSESSMENTS. The school conducts admission interviews and assessments to support the start of schooling. Pre-KG and KG applicants complete a short interview with staff; Grades 1–11 complete an interview and an entrance exam. If a child may need additional support or has prior SEN supports, the child is referred to the Inclusion Team for further assessment (see SEN admission policy). 3. GRADE AGES, ACCEPTANCE & DOCUMENTS. The age requirements are Pre-KG 3 by August 31; KG1 4 by August 31; KG2 5 by August 31 or after KG1; Grade 1 6 by August 31 or after KG2; Grades 1–12 require completion of the previous grade. Acceptance is based on entrance exam results and seat availability, with priority to siblings; there are no waiting lists. Required documents include passport-size photo, birth certificate copy, applicant passport with valid UAE resident visa, father's passport with valid UAE resident visa, Emirates ID, immunization card, and last year report cards (last 3 for Grades 10–12); original transfer documentation is required where applicable, and parents should bring original IDs to register in the SIS system as soon as notification is received; transfers from outside the UAE must be attested by MOFA and UAE Embassy.

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