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AED 50,000–72,000
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IB
United Arab Emirates
IB curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi
We list 6 schools teaching the IB curriculum in Abu Dhabi.
Indicative annual tuition, IB schools
AED 32,000 – 105,000
Lowest in Abu Dhabi
IB schools
Other Abu Dhabi schools
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Indicative annual tuition
AED 54,000–76,000
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Indicative annual tuition
AED 70,000–105,000
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Indicative annual tuition
AED 45,000–68,000
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Indicative annual tuition
AED 32,000–48,000
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Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi Prep School
Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
French/IB
International
Ages 14–18
Indicative annual tuition
AED 42,000–62,000
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About the IB curriculum
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally respected curriculum framework developed in Geneva, Switzerland, known for cultivating internationally minded, critically thinking students. The IB offers four programmes spanning ages 3–19: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). The IB Diploma is recognized by universities worldwide and is often regarded as one of the most challenging and rewarding pre-university qualifications.
- Internationally recognized across 150+ countries
- Inquiry-based, student-centered learning approach
- Interdisciplinary connections and holistic assessment
- Extended Essay develops independent research skills
- CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) component builds character
- Theory of Knowledge (TOK) encourages critical and reflective thinking
Suits: Families seeking an internationally portable, rigorous education that develops the whole student. Ideal for globally mobile families and students who are curious, self-motivated, and interested in developing strong research and analytical skills for top universities worldwide.
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