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SABIS International School - Al Bateen

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 28,776 - 45,962
Ages 3 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 700
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, American Curriculum
Introduction

SABIS® International School – Al Bateen is a co-educational, English‑medium independent day school in the Al Bateen area of Abu Dhabi that is a member of the global SABIS® network. It follows the SABIS® Educational System and an international curriculum that, according to the school, prepares students for external examinations including British‑based IGCSEs and the U.S. Advanced Placement programme. The school serves early years through secondary levels (student ages on file: 3 to 16) with discrete sections for Pre‑KG/KG and Grades 1–12. Instruction is in English, with Arabic taught as part of the curriculum and provision for an additional world language of the student's choice; the secondary curriculum also includes traditional and non‑traditional subjects such as sciences, business studies, computing, robotics, 3D printing and web development. Campus facilities listed by the school include spacious classrooms, science and computer laboratories, music and art rooms, a library and cafeteria, a SABIS® Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) Hall, dedicated KG facilities, and extensive sports facilities including a semi‑Olympic swimming pool and full‑size football pitch with running track.

Ahmed Bin Gabran Al Suwaidi St, Al Bateen, W39, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

SABIS International School - Al Bateen has 700 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
SABIS International School – Al Bateen is located in Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Al Bateen is a key residential and commercial neighbourhood in Abu Dhabi, and the campus sits within this area to support a growing SABIS network school.

Stages
The school offers Early Childhood Education (Pre-KG – KG 2), Lower School (Grades 1 - 5), Middle School (Grades 6 - 8), and High School (Grades 9 - 12). The school structure supports ongoing expansion toward a full K–12 offering over time.

Type
The school is non-selective and co-educational. It operates as an English-medium, independent day school within the SABIS network.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes representation from multiple nationalities, with 58 nationalities represented in the student body. The most common nationality and the local-to-international ratio are not publicly published.

Additional learning support
Learning support is an essential part of the SABIS Educational System at SIS-Al Bateen. Support includes teacher-led study groups; prefects and group leaders; peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, academic competitions, and on-demand tutoring videos via the SABIS Student Life Organization. Advisory classes begin in Grade 4, and on-site nurses support health and wellbeing.

Country affiliation
United Arab Emirates; the school is part of the SABIS Network in the UAE.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation; SABIS network schools are non-sectarian.

School day structure
Daily start and end times are not published on the SIS-Al Bateen pages.

Bus service
A school bus service is available for students.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding is offered; SIS-Al Bateen is a day school.

Food Options
There is a cafeteria on campus for meals and snacks.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a member of the SABIS Network and operates under SABIS governance.
Fees

Annual tuition at SABIS International School - Al Bateen ranges from AED 28,776 to AED 45,962 for 2026/27.

Overview — scope and currency
- All amounts below are presented in AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham) and reflect the school's published annual tuition levels for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Application / assessment fee
- A non‑refundable application/assessment fee is charged for new applicants; the school's published fee schedule sets the exact amount and any conditions for adjustment or refund.

Tuition fees — annual and per‑term (by year group)
- Annual tuition is charged by year group below. Per‑term amounts are shown using a standard three‑term billing split (40% / 30% / 30%) to provide the term‑by‑term payable values; this split is the common term billing pattern used by schools in the UAE and is used here to display term amounts where the school's published document shows annual totals. Term values are rounded to the nearest AED so the three term values sum to the published annual total.

- Kindergarten 1 (K1)
- Annual: AED 28,776.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 11,510.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 8,633.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 8,633.


- Kindergarten 2 (K2)
- Annual: AED 28,776.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 11,510.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 8,633.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 8,633.


- Kindergarten 3 (K3)
- Annual: AED 29,924.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 11,970.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 8,977.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 8,977.


- Grade 1
- Annual: AED 31,654.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 12,662.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 9,496.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 9,496.


- Grade 2
- Annual: AED 32,221.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 12,888.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 9,666.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 9,667.


- Grade 3
- Annual: AED 33,040.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 13,216.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 9,912.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 9,912.


- Grade 4
- Annual: AED 34,201.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 13,680.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 10,260.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 10,261.


- Grade 5
- Annual: AED 35,336.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 14,134.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 10,601.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 10,601.


- Grade 6
- Annual: AED 37,198.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 14,879.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 11,159.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 11,160.


- Grade 7
- Annual: AED 40,207.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 16,083.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 12,062.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 12,062.


- Grade 8
- Annual: AED 41,910.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 16,764.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 12,573.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 12,573.


- Grade 9
- Annual: AED 43,639.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 17,456.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 13,092.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 13,091.


- Grade 10
- Annual: AED 45,962.
- Term 1 (40%): AED 18,385.
- Term 2 (30%): AED 13,789.
- Term 3 (30%): AED 13,788.


Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition is published by year group and is billed for the academic year. The school's published fee documentation sets the billing deadlines and the accounting office is the receiving office for payments. For termised payment, a three‑term collection pattern is used in line with common UAE school billing practice (first term up to 40% of annual tuition; second and third term up to 30% each). Monthly instalment options are also commonly offered by schools under UAE practice; check the school's published fee schedule for the exact payment plans and due dates applicable to each academic year.

Boarding fees
- Not applicable. SABIS International School – Al Bateen operates as an independent day school (no boarding provision).

Other mandatory and optional costs
- Uniform: required; parents should budget for the initial uniform set(s) and any replacement items during the year.
- Textbooks / workbooks and learning resources: annual book charges or resource fees commonly apply where not included in tuition.
- Transport: school bus service is available and is charged separately.
- Meals / canteen: school‑provided lunches are available and charged separately.
- External examination and registration fees (IGCSE, A‑Level, AP, other external tests) and some activity or trip charges are billed in addition to tuition where applicable.

Refunds and deposits
- The school's published fee document defines the status of application fees, registration deposits, security deposits (if any), and the conditions under which refunds are allowed or withheld. In line with standard practice in UAE private schools, application fees are usually non‑refundable once an offer is accepted, and registration or placement deposits are handled according to the school's fee terms and regulator guidance. Any refund exceptions or timeframes are laid out in the school's fee document and parent‑school contract.

Accepted payment methods and where to pay
- Fees are payable to the school's accounting department. The school's fee document lists accepted payment methods (typically bank transfer, in‑person payment to the accounting office, and card payment where available); check the school's published fee schedule for the full list of accepted methods, bank details and any payment reference requirements.

Notes and important instructions
- The annual tuition amounts above are the school's published figures for the 2025–2026 academic year. The school publishes a formal fee schedule (the school's tuition and fees document) that sets exact payment dates, any refundable/ non‑refundable designations, and optional service charges. The school receives fees at its accounting office and applies the payment rules and deadlines stated in that document.
Academics

SABIS International School - Al Bateen teaches British Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 16.

Curriculum
SIS-Al Bateen follows the SABIS Educational System, delivering an international, English‑medium curriculum from Pre‑KG through Grade 12. The curriculum covers core subjects—English, mathematics, science, and social studies—plus Arabic and an additional world language, with integrated arts, physical education, computing, and evolving non‑traditional subjects such as robotics, 3D printing and web development. In middle and high school, students develop mastery in English, Arabic, and math, with structured, age‑appropriate progression including weekly art, music, computing, and PE. For qualifications, Grades 10–11 offer IGCSE examinations; high school students may pursue AP courses or AS/A Levels, and the program also confers a U.S.-recognized High School Diploma. The school emphasizes holistic development through the SABIS Student Life Organization and a continuous assessment framework that tracks progress and supports individual learning needs. The school is organized into Early Childhood (Pre-KG–KG2), Lower School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SIS-Al Bateen supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through Advisory Classes, which from Grade 4 provide a safe space to discuss topics such as peer relationships, organization, health, and well-being, with broader topics added in higher grades. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) delivers peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, academic competitions, and On-Demand Tutoring videos, contributing to students' confidence, collaboration, and resilience. The school emphasizes student engagement in daily life and a broad range of clubs and activities as part of wellbeing. Health and well-being are supported by resident nurses who address questions and manage medical needs during the school day. Collectively, these elements integrate social-emotional development into the academic and campus-life experience.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SIS-Al Bateen provides Learning Support as part of the SABIS Educational System. Learning Support is designed to monitor each student's progress and address learning gaps through teacher-led study groups and SABIS SLO initiatives, including peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, academic competitions, and On-Demand Tutoring videos. Beginning in Grade 4, Advisory Classes offer a safe space to discuss topics related to health, organization, conflict resolution, time management, and exam preparation, with higher-grade focus on health and university guidance. Placement and admissions indicate that special academic support is available and diagnostic tests are used to determine placement. The information does not indicate a dedicated SEN department or specialist SEN facilities, i.e., it is not described as a specialist SEN institution. Citations: turn0search2; turn1search8; turn1search9.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is described as English-medium, non-selective, co-educational, and independent. The curriculum is stated to enable students to develop fluency in English, Arabic, and an additional world language of their choice. No explicit, separate EAL program or EAL-support services are published. English is the language of instruction, aligning with the English-medium designation. Public disclosures do not specify structured EAL intervention beyond the core language curriculum. Citations: turn1search2; turn1search0; turn0search0.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through Health & Wellness provisions and advisory programming described in the Student Support Services. Resident nurses provide day-to-day medical care, manage injuries and illnesses, support long-term healthcare needs, and respond to emergencies. Advisory Classes from Grade 4 onward address health, well-being, conflict resolution, and life skills, expanding to IT safety, cultural understanding, interview skills, and university counseling in higher grades. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) enhances wellbeing through peer tutoring, group study, and a range of clubs and activities, including sports and arts. Student engagement through these activities is emphasized as important for well-being and personal development. Citations: turn0search2; turn0search4; turn0search0.

Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding safeguarding and child protection policies. Publicly accessible materials include privacy-related policies describing data handling and protection, but there is no explicit safeguarding policy page published for SIS-Al Bateen. The General Privacy Notice and Privacy Policy outline governance and data-protection practices rather than safeguarding procedures. Reference to safeguarding is not present in the publicly accessible materials on the site. Citations: turn2search1; turn2search0.
Parent Experience

History
SIS‑Al Bateen was announced as SABIS Network's 16th UAE school in September 2024, signaling its inclusion in the SABIS network of Choueifat and SABIS International Schools. In its initial year of operation, the school was planned to open for Pre‑KG through Grade 8, with expansion to higher grades in subsequent years. A later director's message described the initial year as extending to Grade 10, with annual growth toward a full K‑12 offering. The 2025‑2026 academic calendar shows the first day of school in 2025, marking the school's operational start in Abu Dhabi's Al Bateen. SIS‑Al Bateen is part of the SABIS Network, a long‑standing international education network dating back to 1886.

Community
SIS‑Al Bateen fosters a diverse, international school community within the SABIS network. In 2025, the school hosted the SABIS STEAM Competition, drawing 468 students and more than 1,200 parents in attendance. The 2025 SABIS Global Sports Tournament was co‑hosted by SIS‑Al Bateen and SABIS Yas Island, bringing together students, families, and staff from SABIS schools. The SABIS Student Life Organization supports a broad range of activities that include sports, music, and arts, with events that involve the wider community. A dedicated Parent Connection category in the school calendar signals ongoing parent‑facing events and communications.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal Parent Teacher Association is not described on SIS‑Al Bateen's public pages; parent involvement is organized through SABIS Network's parent‑facing channels, including the calendar's Parent Connection category. The school hosts events that actively engage families, such as the 2025 STEAM Competition, which drew more than 1,200 parents. The 2025 SABIS Global Sports Tournament was co‑hosted by SIS‑Al Bateen and SABIS Yas Island, providing opportunities for family attendance and support. The SABIS Student Life Organization supports a broad range of activities that invite community participation at school events. Parents can reach out via the school's contact channels for information about upcoming events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi, SABIS International School – Al Bateen offers facilities designed to support a full K-12 education. Facilities include spacious classrooms, large play areas, science and computer laboratories, music and art rooms, and a SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning (ITL) Hall for computerized exams. The campus will also house a cafeteria and a library, and extensive sports facilities, including a semi-Olympic swimming pool. Indoor basketball and football courts are available, along with a full-size football field surrounded by a running track. The KG section will be located in a separate building with extensive play areas for younger learners.

Sports Facilities
SIS-Al Bateen has extensive sports facilities including a semi-Olympic swimming pool, indoor basketball and football courts, a full-size football field with a running track, and outdoor tennis courts.

Academic Facilities
The school provides science laboratories, computer laboratories, a library, and a dedicated ITL Hall for computerized testing, complemented by spacious classrooms to support a range of learning activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Student life includes a variety of clubs and activities across arts, drama, music, and science; offerings include arts and crafts, dance, ballet, chess, choir, drama, film, IT, drumming, and science, with after-school sports such as badminton, basketball, golf, gymnastics, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is a non-selective, co-educational, English-medium, independent day school and a member of the SABIS Network. It will be the 16th SABIS Network school in the UAE, joining other network schools such as the International Schools of Choueifat and SABIS International Schools. In its first year of operation, it will open for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 10, adding at least one new level each year until reaching a full K-12 offering.

Cultural & Language
The curriculum provides fluency in English, Arabic, and an additional world language of the student's choice.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English as the medium of instruction and Arabic as a language in the curriculum, with a third world language offered. The curriculum provides fluency in English, Arabic, and an additional world language.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English. Arabic is also part of the curriculum, with a world language offered as well.
Reputation

Awards
No specific awards listed on the site.

Accreditations
International accreditation is indicated for the school as part of its SABIS network affiliation.
Admissions

Admissions
1. School Tour: Families are encouraged to visit SIS‑Al Bateen for a campus tour and to talk with admission staff. Appointments can be arranged by contacting the school administration. 2. Application and Required Documents: To enroll, submit the SABIS® Application Form and SABIS® Medical Form, four recent passport‑size photographs of the student on a white background, copies of the student's, father's, and mother's passports, copies of the student's, father's, and mother's Residency, copies of the student's, father's, and mother's UAE ID, a birth certificate attested and translated, the vaccination card, and a recent school report from the previous school showing the current grade and the grade promoted to, signed and stamped by the issuing school. 3. Document Attestation and Translation Requirements: If transferring from the home country, documents must be attested; UAE/GCC nationalities should provide a school transfer certificate stamped by the relevant ministry (if the child attends a KHDA‑registered school, a transfer certificate is not required). For other nationalities, a school transfer certificate or end‑of‑year report must be attested. Attestation involves the relevant ministry, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the embassy of the issuing country in the UAE; alternatively, the embassy in the UAE and the UAE MOFA may attest documents. Translations must be in Arabic or English and, where necessary, translated by an official translator in the UAE. 4. Admission Decisions: Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additional criteria include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the school's ability to accommodate the needs of the candidate. 5. Registration and Placement: Once accepted and the required fees are paid, a place for the student is reserved.
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