How many American schools are in Dubai?

This hub lists 35 data-complete American curriculum schools with verified fee ranges and areas. Dubai has additional campuses that may not yet meet our publish bar — use the full School Finder to browse every entry.

What do American school fees cost in Dubai?

Annual tuition varies widely by campus and year group. Each school card below shows a verified fee range. Budget extra for transport, uniforms, books and activities — our True Cost calculator estimates those add-ons.

Are American schools inspected by KHDA?

Private schools in Dubai are inspected by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). Ratings on this page reflect the latest published inspection cycle. Always confirm current ratings on the KHDA website before deciding.

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Curriculum Hub

American Schools in Dubai

American curriculum schools in Dubai follow a US-style Pre-K–Grade 12 structure with Advanced Placement (AP) courses and SAT/ACT preparation. Many serve the large US expat community and international families seeking a globally recognised qualification. This hub lists data-complete American schools with verified fees, KHDA ratings and areas.

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AmericanGood
Al Ittihad Private School Al Mamzar
Al Mamzar
Ages 4–18
AED 18,207 – 41,460
School page
AmericanGood
Al Ittihad Private School Jumeirah
Jumeirah
Ages 4–18
AED 21,709 – 42,278
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Al Maaref Private School
Al Qusais
Ages 4–18
AED 14,000 – 30,000
School page
AmericanGood
Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Ages 4–18
AED 17,000 – 44,000
School page
AmericanGood
Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud
Al Garhoud
Ages 4–18
AED 23,364 – 44,123
School page
AmericanGood
American Academy for Girls
Mirdif
Ages 3–18
AED 44,571 – 69,480
School page
AmericanGood
American International School
Al Qusais
Ages 4–18
AED 13,405 – 21,732
School page
AmericanGood
American School of Creative Science Nad Al Sheba
Nad Al Sheba
Ages 4–18
AED 24,000 – 46,000
School page
AmericanVery Good
American School of Dubai
Al Barsha
Ages 4–18
AED 60,571 – 89,319
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Bright Learners Private School
Al Rashidiya
Ages 4–18
AED 17,000 – 36,000
School page
AmericanGood
Clarion School
Al Quoz
Ages 3–12
AED 42,080 – 94,680
School page
American / IBGood
Collegiate International School
Umm Suqeim
Ages 3–18
AED 38,572 – 69,008
School page
AmericanGood
Dar Al Marefa School
Al Mizhar
Ages 4–18
AED 18,000 – 35,000
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Dubai International Private School Al Quoz
Al Quoz
Ages 4–18
AED 15,607 – 24,504
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Dubai International School Al Garhoud
Al Garhoud
Ages 4–18
AED 14,000 – 24,000
School page
AmericanGood
Dubai National School Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Ages 4–18
AED 23,617 – 38,754
School page
AmericanGood
Dubai National School Al Twar
Al Twar
Ages 3–18
AED 19,416 – 37,944
School page
AmericanGood
Dubai Schools Al Barsha
Al Barsha South
Ages 4–18
AED 30,000 – 52,000
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba
Nad Al Sheba
Ages 4–18
AED 30,000 – 52,000
School page
AmericanGood
Dunecrest American School
Wadi Al Safa
Ages 3–18
AED 44,000 – 82,000
School page
AmericanGood
GEMS Al Khaleej International School
Al Warqa
Ages 4–18
AED 28,000 – 56,000
School page
AmericanOutstanding
GEMS Dubai American Academy
Al Barsha
Ages 3–18
AED 61,000 – 86,000
School page
AmericanGood
GEMS Dubai American Academy (Mirdif)
Mirdif
Ages 3–18
AED 45,000 – 72,000
School page
AmericanGood
Greenwood International School
Al Muhaisnah
Ages 4–18
AED 19,662 – 30,151
School page
AmericanAcceptable
Ignite School
Al Warqa
Ages 4–18
AED 25,000 – 50,000
School page
AmericanAcceptable
International Academic School Dubai
Al Warqa
Ages 4–18
AED 14,000 – 29,000
School page
AmericanGood
Mirdif American School
Mirdif
Ages 4–14
AED 25,348 – 37,528
School page
AmericanGood
New Academy School
Bur Dubai
Ages 4–18
AED 9,026 – 24,060
School page
AmericanGood
Next Generation School
Al Barsha
Ages 3–16
AED 28,714 – 44,968
School page
AmericanGood
Nibras International School
Dubai Investment Park
Ages 4–18
AED 25,316 – 50,321
School page
American / IBGood
Philadelphia Private School
Al Qusais
Ages 4–18
AED 20,061 – 34,353
School page
AmericanAcceptable
School of Modern Skills
Al Muhaisnah
Ages 4–18
AED 15,000 – 32,000
School page
AmericanGood
The School of Research Science (SRS)
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Ages 4–18
AED 38,000 – 78,000
School page
AmericanVery Good
Universal American School
Dubai Festival City
Ages 4–18
AED 40,000 – 76,000
School page
AmericanAcceptable
VIS Vernus International School
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Ages 4–18
AED 25,000 – 51,000
School page

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