American School of Dubai
American School of Dubai is a American curriculum private school in Al Barsha, Dubai. Rated Good by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 60,571–89,319.
Fee notes
2026-27 KHDA fact sheets, checked 12 October 2026. Tuition shown is payable tuition after any discount explicitly published in each sheet. Gross tuition and the published discount are retained separately. Fixed compulsory charges are separate; optional supplies, services, variable examination charges and enrolment charges are excluded. Confirm discount eligibility and current intake with admissions. Approved fee grades are not evidence of current admissions availability.
Parent sentiment: Predominantly Positive.
What parents praise
- Dedicated and caring staff/teachers
- Strong academic performance and curriculum
- Excellent facilities and diverse extracurriculars
- Positive student experience and sense of belonging
- Strong arts and sports programs
Concerns parents raise
- Expensive fees
- Perceived need for additional tutoring by some parents
These are summaries of public commentary, not independently verified findings. See the profile’s review sources and confidence labels.
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~5 min, pick-up ~8 min, 2 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~12 min, pick-up ~16 min, 7.8 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~11 min, 8.5 km by road
- The Springs: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~17 min, 8.9 km by road
- Emirates Hills: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~13 min, 10.5 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~18 min, pick-up ~19 min, 10.8 km by road
- Dubai Marina: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~9 min, 11.6 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~15 min, pick-up ~13 min, 11.7 km by road
- Jumeirah Park: drop-off ~18 min, pick-up ~13 min, 12.1 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~22 min, pick-up ~20 min, 13.3 km by road
Related pages
- Al Barsha area guide
- American-curriculum schools in Dubai
- American School of Dubai vs GEMS Dubai American Academy - Dubai Branch
Data last reviewed: 2026-06-25. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What is American School of Dubai's KHDA rating?
American School of Dubai is rated Good in its most recent KHDA inspection (2023-24). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at American School of Dubai?
Published annual fees are AED 60,571–89,319. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does American School of Dubai follow?
American School of Dubai follows the American curriculum.
Which communities is American School of Dubai near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Al Barsha (~5 min), Dubai Hills (~12 min), Palm Jumeirah (~15 min). See the school-run section for more communities.