School Fees in Dubai 2025–2026
School Fees in Dubai
School fees in Dubai vary by sector: government schools (subsidised for Emiratis), international schools (AED 25,000–120,000+ per year) and private schools (AED 25,000–60,000+ per year). This guide gives an overview of fee ranges.
Government schools
- Emiratis: Heavily subsidised.
- Expats: Limited access; fees vary.
- Curriculum: UAE Ministry of Education.
International schools
- Budget: AED 25,000–45,000 per year (primary)
- Mid-tier: AED 50,000–75,000 per year (primary)
- Premium: AED 75,000–120,000+ per year (primary and secondary)
- Curricula: British, IB, American, etc.
- Regulation: KHDA
Private schools
- Fees: Often AED 25,000–60,000+ per year
- Curricula: British, Indian, IB, or hybrid
- Regulation: KHDA
What to budget
- International/private: Add registration, capital development, learning support, board exams.
- Total cost over 3–5 years matters more than annual tuition alone.
See our UAE international school fees guide, Dubai fees comparison and primary fees.
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