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Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 65,000 - 95,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi is a British-curriculum international school located on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, offering education for pupils aged 3 to 18. The school follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Key Stages and on to IGCSEs and a sixth-form A‑level pathway; English is the language of instruction. From nursery the school operates a World Languages Programme and teaches Arabic (including provision aligned with UAE Ministry of Education requirements), Mandarin, French, Spanish and German, together with mother‑tongue support. The purpose‑built campus includes dedicated early years areas and phase-specific libraries, music rooms and practice suites, an auditorium, a design and technology centre linked to the school's STEAM collaboration with MIT, multiple science laboratories and a media centre. Sports facilities listed by the school include a full‑size football pitch, athletics track, tennis and padel courts and three swimming pools, including an Olympic‑sized rooftop pool; a dedicated Sixth Form centre and global collaborations (for example with MIT, The Juilliard School, UNICEF and Apple) are part of the school's programme.

Al Reem Island, Tamouh, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi has instruction in English.

Location
The Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi (NAS Abu Dhabi) is located on Al Reem Island, Tamouh, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The area combines residential and commercial development with beaches and local amenities nearby. The campus is about 30 minutes' drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Stages
The school serves ages 3–18 on a purpose-built campus. It provides education from Early Years through to Sixth Form, with a dedicated Sixth Form Centre for post-16 study.

Type
NAS Abu Dhabi is a co-educational day school. It follows the English National Curriculum and operates within the Nord Anglia Education network; there are no boarding facilities.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Publicly available data indicate representation from around 60 nationalities. The most common nationality is British, and local students account for about 10% of the student body, with international students making up the remaining majority.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for students needing help with speaking, comprehension, reading or writing. The school uses an inclusion approach with an Inclusion Team and an Inclusion Teacher role to support inclusive learning.

Country affiliation
The school follows the English National Curriculum and is described as a British international school overseas; it is part of Nord Anglia Education.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated publicly for NAS Abu Dhabi; the school operates as a secular international day school.

School day structure
Arrivals begin around 7:30am; the core school day runs 8:30am–3:30pm, with enrichment 3:30pm–4:30pm and Global Campus sessions 4:30pm–5:00pm. On Fridays, the day finishes at 12:00pm in line with local regulations.

Bus service
NAS Abu Dhabi offers a school bus service operated by Global Wings, with GPS tracking and onboard CCTV. Buses serve multiple Abu Dhabi locations; parents can sign up via the NAS Abu Dhabi app, or email transport@nasabudhabi.ae for details.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
NAS Abu Dhabi uses a school uniform designed for comfort and practicality. The fabrics are eco-friendly, durable, and easy to care for, and the uniform unites the school community and is worn with pride. Uniforms can be purchased from ZAKs shop in Mushrif Mall, located next to the mall's management office; the shop is open daily from 10.00am to 7.00pm.

Food Options
Lunch is provided by the catering partner ADNH Compass. They prepare fresh, nutritious lunches every day, with a variety of hot and cold options and accommodations for dietary requirements and allergies.

Governance and Ownership
NAS Abu Dhabi is owned and operated by Nord Anglia Education and is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of premium international schools. The NAS Abu Dhabi campus is described as part of the Nord Anglia Education family, reflecting its governance and ownership within the Nord Anglia network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi ranges from AED 65,000 to AED 95,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fee
- A non-refundable registration fee of AED 3,000 is payable to secure a place and is credited against the Term 1 tuition invoice.

Tuition fees (2025–26 academic year) — annual and per-term amounts by year group
- FS1 (Nursery): Annual AED 65,000 — Term 1 AED 26,000 — Term 2 AED 19,500 — Term 3 AED 19,500.
- KG1 / FS2: Annual AED 65,000 — Term 1 AED 26,000 — Term 2 AED 19,500 — Term 3 AED 19,500.
- KG2 / Year 1: Annual AED 75,000 — Term 1 AED 30,000 — Term 2 AED 22,500 — Term 3 AED 22,500.
- Year 2 / Grade 1: Annual AED 75,000 — Term 1 AED 30,000 — Term 2 AED 22,500 — Term 3 AED 22,500.
- Year 3 / Grade 2: Annual AED 82,000 — Term 1 AED 32,800 — Term 2 AED 24,600 — Term 3 AED 24,600.
- Year 4 / Grade 3: Annual AED 82,000 — Term 1 AED 32,800 — Term 2 AED 24,600 — Term 3 AED 24,600.
- Year 5 / Grade 4: Annual AED 82,000 — Term 1 AED 32,800 — Term 2 AED 24,600 — Term 3 AED 24,600.
- Year 6 / Grade 5: Annual AED 82,000 — Term 1 AED 32,800 — Term 2 AED 24,600 — Term 3 AED 24,600.
- Year 7 / Grade 6: Annual AED 85,000 — Term 1 AED 34,000 — Term 2 AED 25,500 — Term 3 AED 25,500.
- Year 8 / Grade 7: Annual AED 85,000 — Term 1 AED 34,000 — Term 2 AED 25,500 — Term 3 AED 25,500.
- Year 9 / Grade 8: Annual AED 85,000 — Term 1 AED 34,000 — Term 2 AED 25,500 — Term 3 AED 25,500.
- Year 10 / Grade 9: Annual AED 90,000 — Term 1 AED 36,000 — Term 2 AED 27,000 — Term 3 AED 27,000.
- Year 11 / Grade 10: Annual AED 90,000 — Term 1 AED 36,000 — Term 2 AED 27,000 — Term 3 AED 27,000.
- Year 12 / Grade 11: Annual AED 95,000 — Term 1 AED 38,000 — Term 2 AED 28,500 — Term 3 AED 28,500. (Students joining Year 12 during 2025–26 may be eligible for a 10% tuition reduction for two years, subject to approval.)
- Year 13 / Grade 12: Annual AED 95,000 — Term 1 AED 38,000 — Term 2 AED 28,500 — Term 3 AED 28,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition payments are due in advance of each term on the published dates: Term 1 due 1 August; Term 2 due in December; Term 3 due 1 March.
- All tuition fee payments must be made through secure, approved channels: the Zenda payment platform or by bank transfer. Cash payments are not accepted. Families may discuss payment-plan arrangements with the Finance Team prior to the relevant due date.
- Re-enrolment deposit: during Term 2 a re-enrolment deposit of AED 3,000 is required to secure a place for the following academic year; it is credited against the next academic year's Term 1 tuition and is non-refundable if the student does not return (unless the school initiates withdrawal).

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi operates as a day school; there is no boarding provision and therefore no boarding fees.

Other costs and fees (charged separately from tuition)
- School uniform.
- School trips and educational visits.
- Lunch and catering services.
- Devices and learning-technology items.
- External examination fees (I/GCSE, A Level), including re-sits and additional charges for access arrangements (e.g., reader/scribe); parents receive separate invoices for examinations and any re-sits or special arrangements are charged additionally.
- Optional enrichment and extra-curricular activities (where charges apply).
- School transport services are provided by an external supplier (Global Wings) and transport fees are charged separately.

Refund and withdrawal information
- Registration and re-enrolment deposits are non-refundable in normal circumstances and are credited against the Term 1 tuition invoice.
- Mid-term joining or withdrawal is calculated in line with ADEK guidance: attendance up to 3 weeks — one month's tuition may be retained; attendance of more than 3 weeks and up to 6 weeks — two months' tuition may be retained; attendance of more than 6 weeks — full term tuition may be retained. Part weeks are counted as full weeks.
- If written notice of withdrawal is not received at least four weeks before the start of term, or if the student attends any part of the first week of a term, the school may retain the registration or re-enrolment deposit.
- All refunds are processed by bank transfer only and are issued to the original payer; refunds remain subject to ADEK approval.

Fee concessions, discounts and special notes
- Employer discount programmes are available for employees of selected partner organisations; discounts are subject to eligibility, verification, Finance approval and ADEK approval.
- External examination charges are invoiced separately and cannot be included within the standard tuition fee because they vary by student and examination board.

Contact for finance and payment matters (for payments, payment plans, and finance queries)
- Finance enquiries: finance@nasabudhabi.ae. General admissions enquiries: admissions@nasabudhabi.ae; telephone +971 2 699 3333.
Academics

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
NAS Abu Dhabi delivers the English National Curriculum from Nursery through Sixth Form. Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3-5) and Primary (ages 5-11) follow the English National Curriculum, with Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6). In Secondary (ages 11-16), the school implements a two-year Cambridge IGCSE programme for Key Stage 4. The Sixth Form (ages 16-18) offers A-levels, with the first cohort starting in August 2025. A World Languages Programme runs from nursery, teaching Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, German and French, and English as an Additional Language support is available. As part of Nord Anglia Education, NAS Abu Dhabi provides Global Campus experiences and access to partnerships with The Juilliard School, MIT and UNICEF to support broader university progression.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
NAS Abu Dhabi places student wellbeing at the center of daily life. A dedicated pastoral team provides care and practical help to support academic success, memorable moments, and resilience through challenging times. The design of the campus and its spaces promotes socialising, collaboration, and a strong sense of community, reinforcing SEL in everyday interactions. Teachers maintain a strong partnership with parents, with regular communication about progress and growth. Wellbeing is embedded in the school day through initiatives like #MEtime and Flexible Day, which give time for rest, exercise, and social connection for students, staff, and families.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
NAS Abu Dhabi describes itself as a fully inclusive school welcoming all backgrounds and nationalities. The kinds of Special Educational Needs (SEN) the school can support, and whether it operates a specialist SEN unit, are not publicly disclosed. An Inclusion Team exists, and the school is advertising an Inclusion Teacher role, indicating a structured inclusive approach within a mainstream setting. The admissions process emphasizes meeting individual learning needs and a non-selective intake, reinforcing an inclusive stance. This inclusion framework aligns with Nord Anglia Education's broader emphasis on inclusive practice, though no formal SEN policy is published on NAS Abu Dhabi pages.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
NAS Abu Dhabi publicly describes a World Languages Programme featuring Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, German, and French. This multilingual offering supports language development and cross-cultural learning within the curriculum. Public information about a dedicated EAL programme or EAL staffing is not disclosed beyond the language offerings. The school states it is fully inclusive, which suggests that English-language support would be provided within mainstream classes rather than through a separate specialist unit. Information on specific EAL delivery, staffing, or intensity is not published.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is a clear priority at NAS Abu Dhabi, with the school stating that happy, healthy, and included students flourish and that the wellbeing of each child is the absolute priority. A dedicated pastoral team provides care and practical help to support academic success and resilience. Staff wellbeing is also a core consideration, with #MEtime and Flexible Day initiatives designed to support adults so they can better support students. The school has been recognised for its wellbeing approach through TES International School Awards for Staff Wellbeing in 2025.

Safeguarding
NAS Abu Dhabi emphasises a safe and focused learning environment, including safeguarding of digital use. A Safe and Focused Learning approach has been implemented to manage technology use, such as phone pouches for students in Years 6-11 and a digital detox week in Primary, to reduce distractions and promote wellbeing. These measures illustrate a structured safeguarding approach to classroom behavior, device use, and student wellbeing. Public safeguarding policy details beyond these examples are not published on NAS Abu Dhabi pages.
Parent Experience

History
NAS Abu Dhabi welcomed its first students in August 2023. It is the second Nord Anglia Education school in Abu Dhabi and the third Nord Anglia school in the United Arab Emirates. The founding principal was Jonathan Cuff, who previously led Nord Anglia's UK schools. The campus on Al Reem Island was purpose-built to support the English National Curriculum, with expansion to Years 9–12 planned for August 2024 and the first A-level cohort graduating in July 2026. It is part of Nord Anglia Education's global network, which includes exclusive collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF that shape its learning experiences.

Community
NAS Abu Dhabi has a family-friendly campus with dedicated parent social hubs to foster connection. The school hosts community events such as the Autumn Festival on October 31 (with trunk-or-treat, costumes, and stalls) and the Eid Al Etihad Village-style experiences in November. The NAS Abu Dhabi community participates in Nord Anglia's Global Campus experiences and collaborates with MIT, Juilliard, and UNICEF to enrich learning beyond the classroom. MEtime arrangements and the on-site Parent Café provide spaces for parents to engage during school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal, named PTA is not publicly listed for NAS Abu Dhabi; parent involvement is organized through Nord Anglia UAE-wide parent engagement practices and on-site activities. Public NAS Abu Dhabi events with parent participation include the Autumn Festival on October 31, featuring trunk-or-treat, costumes, and stalls. A forthcoming Al Etihad cultural event on 28 November will bring families, students, and staff together for a parade and UAE-heritage celebrations. The MEtime framework and the on-campus Parent Café provide spaces for parents to connect, participate in fitness sessions, and share experiences. Communication with families is supported via the NAS Abu Dhabi app and the Parent Essentials hub, which include calendars, events and clubs. Nord Anglia UAE-wide parent engagement programs help sustain ongoing parental involvement across the network.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi sits on Al Reem Island in a purpose‑built campus designed to support students from 3 to 18. The facilities include three swimming pools, including a rooftop 50m Olympic‑sized pool, a FIFA‑certified all‑weather football pitch, a gym and cardio centre, a full running track, tennis and basketball courts, and two multi‑purpose sports halls. Academic spaces comprise twelve science laboratories, a design technology centre with specialist rooms, and a media centre, with extensive EdTech integrated across classrooms and a dedicated sixth form centre to support older students. Creative spaces feature a 450‑seat auditorium with professional sound and lighting, eight soundproof music rooms, nine private practice suites, and five art studios, alongside separate libraries for early years, primary, and secondary. The campus also offers on‑site dining at the NAS Café, vibrant outdoor areas, and connectivity to the Global Campus EdTech platform, with MIT STEAM collaborations that extend learning beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school teaches the English National Curriculum from nursery through Sixth Form, including Early Years Foundation Stage, Primary, Key Stage 3, IGCSEs, and A-levels. UK-qualified teachers support the curriculum, with Arabic staff ADEK-accredited. The school offers exclusive global learning experiences through collaborations with Apple, The Juilliard School, UNICEF, and MIT, along with life-changing trips, expeditions, and enrichment activities. Many Nord Anglia students go on to study at universities around the world.

Arts & Creative
The performing arts program covers drama, music, and dance. The Juilliard School collaborates with the program to deliver high-quality performing arts opportunities. Facilities support performing arts, including a 450-seat auditorium, eight soundproofed music rooms, nine private practice suites, and five contemporary art studios. The MEIPAF (Middle East and India Performing Arts Festival) is hosted at NAS Abu Dhabi to showcase student talent.

Cultural & Language
The World Languages Programme is integrated from nursery. Languages taught include Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, German, and French. Multilingualism is promoted to support cognitive development and cultural awareness.

Social & Hobbies
The enrichment programme offers clubs across sports, the creative arts, languages, and coding. The Enrichment Activities Programme (EAP) runs from 3:30pm to 4:30pm after the core day. From 4:30pm to 5:00pm, Global Campus digital adventures connect students with peers worldwide.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
NAS Abu Dhabi uses MEtime as a dedicated start-of-day window that includes enrichment activities and breakfast, promoting physical activity and well-being. The afternoon enrichment and Global Campus support balanced routines and global connection. The school offers extensive sports facilities, including an Olympic-sized pool, FIFA-certified pitch, gym, running track, and multiple courts, alongside science labs and a design technology centre for practical learning. The core school day runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm with after-school activities continuing to 5:00pm and Friday finish at 12:00pm.
Languages

Language Provision
The NAS Abu Dhabi offers a World Languages Programme. Languages taught include English (the language of instruction), Arabic (MOE curriculum), and additional language studies in French, Spanish, German, and Mandarin. The language programme starts in Foundation Stage, introducing young learners to multiple languages from an early age. The programme develops linguistic skills and cultural understanding across the curriculum.
Reputation

Awards
TES International Schools Award for Staff Wellbeing 2025
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Start the process. Starting your application is easy. You can submit your child's application online using the Apply Now option, and the admissions team will get in touch to support you through the process. If you're not ready to apply, you can fill in the enquiry form, call, or email with any questions, and the team will respond. You can also book a school tour or virtual meeting at any stage to learn more about NAS Abu Dhabi. Step 2: Admission requirements and policy. The school welcomes students of all backgrounds, nationalities, and abilities and operates a non-selective admissions policy. It currently enrolls Foundation Stage 1 (age 3) to Year 12 (age 16). The brand-new Sixth Form Centre offers A Levels. The admissions team supports families through every step and focuses on finding the right fit for each child and family. Step 3: Tours and final steps. Families are encouraged to visit the school; tours can be arranged at any stage. The admissions team provides information and answers questions. The process is clear, personal, and focused on finding the right fit. The FAQ confirms that students can start at any time and that the school accepts students year-round.
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