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Ryan International School – Masdar City

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 13,710 - 22,710
Ages Not listed
Opened 2015
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, Hindi, French
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Ryan International School – Masdar City is a CBSE-affiliated campus located in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, established in September 2015. It follows the CBSE curriculum designed by NCERT with English as the medium of instruction. Arabic is compulsory for all students; Islamic Studies is taught to Muslim students; Hindi or French are optional. UAE culture, heritage and national appreciation are emphasized through the My Identity program. The curriculum integrates enquiry- and project-based learning, supported by Ryan Innovation Labs and digital resources for teacher-student collaboration. The campus features technology-driven classrooms, activity rooms, an auditorium, a swimming pool and a sports ground. The learning approach encourages cross-curricular, theme-based teaching to develop 21st-century skills in alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. Extracurricular activities include Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, and the International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, with Ryan TV as a media program. Atal Tinkering Labs and an Innovation Lab further foster hands-on creativity and practical problem-solving.

City Plot No A-02 & A-03, Near Khazna Data Center, 910301, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E

The Essentials

Ryan International School – Masdar City has typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
Ryan International School, Masdar City is located in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The campus address is Plot No A-02 & A-03, near Khazna Data Center, Masdar City, 910301 Abu Dhabi. It is situated within the Masdar area of Abu Dhabi.

Stages
Early Years (KG 1 & KG 2); Primary School (Grades I–IV); Middle School (Grades V–VIII); Senior School (Grades IX–XII).

Country affiliation
United Arab Emirates

School day structure
School days are Monday to Friday. KG1 and KG2 attend from 7:45 am to 11:45 am; Grades I to VIII attend from 7:45 am to 3:00 pm.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform.

Governance and Ownership
Owned by Ryan International School Limited and part of the Ryan Group of Institutions. The Masdar City campus is located at Plot No A-02 & A-03, Near Khazna Data Center, 910301 Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. It is CBSE affiliated with affiliation number 6630210.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ryan International School – Masdar City ranges from AED 13,710 to AED 22,710 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- Registration deposit: 5% of the annual tuition fee (collected to confirm a seat). This deposit is refundable and is adjusted against the tuition fee at the time of admission.

Tuition fees — annual and term amounts (by grade) for the 2025–2026 academic year
(Per-term amounts assume a three-term academic year; values shown are annual then per term.)
- KG 1: AED 13,710 per year → AED 4,570 per term.
- KG 2: AED 13,710 per year → AED 4,570 per term.
- Grade 1: AED 14,830 per year → AED 4,943.33 per term.
- Grade 2: AED 14,830 per year → AED 4,943.33 per term.
- Grade 3: AED 14,910 per year → AED 4,970 per term.
- Grade 4: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 5: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 6: AED 15,120 per year → AED 5,040 per term.
- Grade 7: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 8: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 9: AED 20,540 per year → AED 6,846.67 per term.
- Grade 10: AED 22,710 per year → AED 7,570 per term.

Transport (bus)
- Annual transport fee (school bus): AED 4,700 per student (flat rate shown across grades).

Books and materials — annual
- KG 1 & KG 2: AED 400 per year.
- Grade 1–4: AED 430 per year (Grades 1–4 listed at AED 430 for books).
- Grade 5–7: AED 480 per year (Grades 5–7 listed at AED 480 for books).
- Grade 8–10: AED 700 per year (Grades 8–10 listed at AED 700 for books).

Uniform — annual
- KG 1 & KG 2: AED 460 per year.
- Grade 1–4: AED 490 per year.
- Grade 5–10: AED 510 per year.

Assessment / exam fees
- The standardized assessment fee for Grades 3 to 9 is included in the published tuition amounts for those grades.

Boarding / hostel fees
- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school and does not list boarding/hostel provision or boarding fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school operates with standard term dates (three main academic terms) and offers termly instalment billing; a monthly payment plan is also available as an alternative. Typical term blocks are April–June, September–December, and January–March (termly instalments align with those term groupings). Per-term fee figures above assume three term instalments.

Refund information
- The registration deposit (5% of the annual tuition) is refundable and is credited against the tuition at the time of admission. (This is the stated refundable fee item.)

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods: Cash; ADCB online banking application; Cheque payable to RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LIMITED; MCB Parent Portal (credit/debit card).

Other notes on costs
- All amounts are shown in UAE Dirham (AED) as published for the 2025–2026 ADEK-approved fee schedule. The published breakdown includes tuition, transport, books and uniform by grade; standardized assessments for Grades 3–9 are incorporated in the tuition figures.
Academics

Ryan International School – Masdar City teaches CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum is used, designed and developed by NCERT, New Delhi. English language medium. Curriculum enhanced with innovative learning programs and pedagogies that strengthen enquiry and project-based learning. Digital resources in Ryan Innovation Labs are used for teacher and student collaboration. Activity- and application-based learning fosters problem solving, collaboration, communication and the development of 21st-century skills. Arabic language is taught and is a compulsory subject for all students; Islamic studies is taught only to Muslim students. UAE culture (My Identity), heritage and national appreciation are taught and emphasized through the curriculum. Subjects include English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies (Grade 1–2), Science (Grade 3–8), UAE SST (Grade 1–8), Social Studies – Indian (Grade 3–8), Hindi/French (Optional), Arabic, Islamic Studies / Moral Science (Optional), Computer Science and the Moral Education Programme.

Higher Education Progression
Global Higher Education: In 2016, Ryan International Group of Institutions and The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania signed a collaboration to provide a global platform for higher education. Features of the Ryan PennHub Association include student and faculty exchange, professional development for faculty, curriculum development, admissions counselling & support, summer camps and opportunities for international engagement. Partnerships include West Chester University (Pennsylvania), California University of Pennsylvania, Millersville University, Slippery Rock University, Franklin & Marshall College, Carnegie Mellon University, York College of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, Cedar Crest College, Gwynedd Mercy University and Villanova University, among others.

Gifted and Talented
The school has Innovation Lab and Atal Tinkering Labs to foster creativity and hands-on learning for advanced learners. These labs provide project-based opportunities to develop design thinking, experimentation and practical problem-solving skills.
Parent Experience

History
The Masdar City campus of Ryan International School was established in September 2015. It operates under Ryan International School Limited and follows the CBSE curriculum. The campus features technology-driven classrooms, activity rooms, an auditorium, a sports ground, and a swimming pool. The learning approach emphasizes cross-curricular, theme-based teaching and aims to develop 21st-century skills in alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. The school is guided by Chairman Dr. A F Pinto and Managing Director Grace Pinto.

Community
The school describes itself as friendly, vibrant, and community-minded, with decisions that place students first. It emphasizes collaborative learning, positive relationships, and building healthy ties among leaders, staff, parents, and students to develop problem-solving, teamwork, and communication along with 21st-century skills. Parental and community involvement is encouraged, and visitors are welcome to meet the Senior Leadership Team to learn more about the school. The school emphasizes partnerships with stakeholders and a warm, generous community aligned with Ryan values and the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There are opportunities for parental and community involvement and partnerships with stakeholders so that parents feel part of the school community. Engagement events are available under the Parents Corner, and the Ryan Parent App provides a channel for communication and involvement. Visitors can get in touch or take a virtual tour to engage with school leadership. The school emphasizes collaboration among parents, teachers, and students to support learning and community life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a purpose-built campus in Masdar City with state-of-the-art infrastructure and technology-driven classrooms. It houses activity rooms and an auditorium and includes a swimming pool and a sports ground.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes a swimming pool for aquatic activities. It has a sports ground for outdoor sports. The pool supports swimming instruction and recreation. The sports ground supports physical education and school sports programs.

Academic Facilities
The school provides technology-driven classrooms that support 21st century learning. It has state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern teaching aids. It includes spaces such as activity rooms and an auditorium for presentations and collaborative work. It features a swimming pool to support physical education and aquatic learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Age-specific development experiences include Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, and Teen Camps. Ryan TV expands students' interests in media, both in front of and behind the camera. There are hands-on learning experiences and imaginative educational tours as part of the extracurricular program. These activities support cultural, leadership and creative development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. The English language is the medium of instruction. The curriculum is enhanced with innovative learning programs and project-based learning, supported by Ryan Innovation Labs and digital resources for teacher-student collaboration. Arabic is taught as a compulsory subject for all students; Islamic Studies is taught only to Muslim students; UAE culture, heritage and national appreciation are taught and emphasized in the curriculum.

Arts & Creative
The school has an Innovation Lab that fosters creativity and intellectual development through visual arts and hands-on projects. Students create objects and explore mechanics and experimentation in practical activities. Atal Tinkering Labs are established to cultivate curiosity, creativity and problem-solving through design, computation and fabrication.

Cultural & Language
Arabic is taught and is a compulsory subject for all students. Hindi or French is offered as an optional language. Islamic Studies or Moral Science is optional for Grades 1 to 8. UAE culture, heritage and national appreciation are taught and emphasized in the curriculum.

Social & Hobbies
Age-specific development experiences include Indian Model United Nations, World Scholar's Cup, and the International Children's Festival of Performing Arts, along with Teen Camps. Ryan TV expands students' interests in media, both in front of and behind the camera.

Community & Service
The school teaches students to understand and empathize with social issues. They undertake projects focused on compassion, environment, health care, economic empowerment and local leadership development.

Leadership & Professional
Students participate in age-appropriate leadership experiences, including Indian Model United Nations and World Scholar's Cup. Opportunities are provided to develop leadership abilities, confidence and communication skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus features state-of-the-art infrastructure, technology-driven classrooms, activity rooms, an auditorium and a sports ground. The school promotes a safe and enabling environment with emphasis on health, safety and child protection. It encourages participation in sports for strong, healthy bodies and minds, and many Ryanites have represented at state or national levels.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Arabic is a mandatory subject under UAE ministry requirements; Islamic Studies (for Muslims) and Moral Science and cultural studies are also included as mandatory subjects.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission Registration. Parents complete the online registration form to initiate the admission process. An auto-generated acknowledgement email is sent to the parent with details of the admission process. Enquiries submitted online do not guarantee admission.
2. Details to be entered. The form requires entering Student's passport and visa details. It also requires the Parents' passport, visa, Emirates ID and address details. Fill in as many fields as possible to ensure proper communication between you and the school. On completion, you will receive a Registration Confirmation email.
3. Age criteria. Age criteria determine eligibility for each class. KG1 must complete 4 years by 31 March 2022. KG2 must be 5 years by 31 March 2022. Grade 1 should have completed 6 years by 31 March 2022, and Grade 2 and above admissions will be based on the Transfer Certificate and Final Report Card of the previous year, duly attested and stamped.
4. Fees and payment. The registration fee is 5% of tuition fees and is refundable; it confirms the seat and is adjusted in the tuition fee at the time of admission. Fees for Tuition, Transport, Books and Uniform are paid to the Accounts Department by Cash, ADCB Online banking, Cheque (in favour of RYAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LIMITED), or MCB Parent Portal.
5. List of documents. List of documents includes passport-size photograph; Copy of Emirates ID (child and parents); Copy of Passport and Visa (child and parents); Copy of Insurance Card; Copy of Vaccination Record; Copy of Attested Transfer Certificate (Grade 2 and above); Copy of Premises ID (tenancy contract / electricity bill).
6. Inter Ryan transfers. Inter Ryan transfers are available across Ryan schools. Parents can avail inter-ryan transfers by first checking seat availability with the Ryan school nearest to their new place/city. Then they can apply for Inter Ryan transfer at the current school and the concerned school will check the seat availability. Transfer certificate will be issued only after all dues are settled.
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