Primary School Tuition Fees Abu Dhabi

Primary school tuition fees in Abu Dhabi range from free (government, for Emiratis) to AED 25,000–120,000+ per year (international and private). This guide covers fee ranges by sector.

Government primary schools

• Emiratis: Free for UAE nationals.
• Expats: Limited access; fees vary.
• Curriculum: UAE Ministry curriculum.

International school primary fees

• Budget: AED 25,000–45,000 per year (GEMS Founders, Sunrise, Raffles)
• Mid-tier: AED 50,000–75,000 per year (Repton, GEMS Wellington, Jumeirah College)
• Premium: AED 75,000–120,000+ per year (Cranleigh, JESS, British International School)

Private school primary fees

• Range: Often AED 15,000–50,000+ per year
• Curricula: UAE Ministry, Cambridge, IB PYP, or hybrid

Monthly equivalent (international)

• Budget: AED 2,083–3,750 per month (annual ÷ 12)
• Mid-tier: AED 4,167–6,250 per month
• Premium: AED 6,250–10,000+ per month

See our Abu Dhabi fees structure and primary fees for international students.

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