Best American-Curriculum Schools in Dubai (by KHDA Rating)

Dubai's American-curriculum (and American/IB) private schools, ranked by KHDA rating.

The American curriculum in Dubai follows a US K-12 structure with GPA, high-school credits and often Advanced Placement (AP). It is a natural fit for families heading to US (or US-style) universities.

Strengths

• Continuous assessment and GPA rather than one set of final exams
• Clear pathway to US universities, with AP for advanced study
• Broad subject mix maintained later than A-Levels

Trade-offs to weigh

• Fewer American schools than British in Dubai
• AP availability and depth vary by school — confirm directly
• Check the KHDA rating; the 'American' label alone says little about quality

Near popular communities

• American schools near Al Barsha
• American schools near Arabian Ranches
• American schools near Damac Hills
• American schools near Downtown Dubai
• American schools near Dubai Hills
• American schools near Dubai Marina
• American schools near Emirates Hills
• American schools near Jumeirah

Generated from KHDA ratings and published fees — not a paid ranking.

1. 1. GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch — Al Barsha, KHDA Outstanding, American / IB, fees AED 66,185–93,300
2. 2. Universal American School - Branch — Dubai Festival City, KHDA Very Good, American / IB, fees AED 40,377–81,834
3. 3. Al Ittihad Private School — Al Mamzar, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 18,635–42,434
4. 4. Al Ittihad Private School (Br) — Al Safa, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 22,219–43,272
5. 5. Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha L.L.C — Al Barsha, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 15,726–25,493
6. 6. Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud L.L.C — Al Garhoud, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 15,726–25,493
7. 7. Al Mawakeb School Al Khawaneej L.L.C — Al Mizhar, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 36,181–69,602
8. 8. American Academy for Girls — Al Mizhar, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 36,485–65,270
9. 9. American International School — Al Qusais, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 13,405–21,732
10. 10. American School of Creative Science - Nad Al Sheba — Nad Al Sheba, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 35,000–71,000
11. 11. American School of Dubai — Al Barsha, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 60,571–89,319
12. 12. Collegiate International School — Umm Suqeim, KHDA Good, IB / American, fees AED 39,478–70,630
13. 13. Dubai International School, Al Quoz — Al Quoz, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 15,974–25,080
14. 14. Dubai National School — Al Barsha, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 24,172–39,665
15. 15. Dubai National School, Al Twar — Al Twar, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 15,898–38,836
16. 16. Dunecrest American School L.L.C — Al Barari, KHDA Good, American / IB, fees AED 41,500–90,050
17. 17. GEMS Al Khaleej International School - Dubai Branch — Al Warqa, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 30,675–63,457
18. 18. Greenwood International School — Muhaisnah, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 20,124–30,860
19. 19. International School of Arts & Sciences L.L.C — AL WARQA FIRST, KHDA Good, American, fees not published
20. 20. Mirdif American School — Al Mizhar, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 25,944–47,081
21. 21. New Academy School — Al Raffa, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 9,238–24,625
22. 22. Next Generation School L.L.C — Al Barsha, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 25,076–49,376
23. 23. Nibras International School — Dubai Investments Park, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 25,316–50,321
24. 24. Philadelphia Private School — Muhaisnah, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 19,517–42,987
25. 25. Sharjah American International Private School — Al Warqa, KHDA Good, American, fees AED 17,976–44,938
26. 26. Al Maaref Private School L.L.C — Al Qusais, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 12,906–34,634
27. 27. Bright Learners Private School L.L.C — Al Rashidiya, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 24,606–36,500
28. 28. Dubai International Private School — Al Garhoud, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 15,051–23,629
29. 29. Dubai Modern Education School — Al Mizhar, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 11,956–18,624
30. 30. Dubai Schools Corporation Al Khawaneej L.L.C — AL KHWANEEJ SECOND, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees not published
31. 31. Dubai Schools Corporation L.L.C Albarsha — Al Barsha South, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 30,603–47,900
32. 32. Dubai Schools Corporation L.L.C Mirdif — Mirdif, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees not published
33. 33. Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba — Nad Al Sheba, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 30,603–47,900
34. 34. Ignite School L.L.C — Al Warqa, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 28,658–45,034
35. 35. International Academic School — Al Warqa, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 14,992–28,112
36. 36. Modern Skills School L.L.C — Muhaisnah, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 17,000–29,572
37. 37. North American International School L.L.C — Al Mizhar, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 22,923–39,896
38. 38. The School of Research Science US High School — Al Warqa, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 60,168–70,039
39. 39. Vernus International Primary School - FZCO — Dubai Silicon Oasis, KHDA Acceptable, American, fees AED 35,704–45,175
40. 40. Dubai Arabian American Private School — Muhaisnah, KHDA Weak, American, fees not published
41. 41. The Fifth Dimension Elementary School L.L.C — Nad Al Sheba, KHDA Weak, American, fees not published

Frequently asked questions

How much do American schools in Dubai cost?

Typically from around AED 30,000 to over AED 90,000 a year. See each school's profile for published fees.

Is the American curriculum recognised by UK universities?

Yes — US high-school diplomas with strong AP results are widely accepted, though requirements vary.

Where are American schools concentrated in Dubai?

Across several communities; use the 'near community' links to find the closest to you.