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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School
Introduction
RAK Academy - Al Hamra is a Pre-K to Grade 5 British Primary school located in Al Jazeera Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah. The campus is state-of-the-art and purpose-built. The Early Years Programme uses a bilingual English–Arabic approach, while Primary Years follow a British Curriculum adapted to the UAE context, with bespoke learning programmes and a clear progression to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary. The school serves over 700 primary students, offering a safe, happy environment and nurturing each child's skills and aspirations. Facilities include a gym, a full-sized astroturf football pitch, two outdoor football fields, a 25m swimming pool, a reception area, a clinic, IT and transport facilities, a canteen, and dedicated sections for Pre-K, KG1, KG2, and Grades 1–5. Extra-curricular activities run September–June, with a House System, Student Leadership, and partnerships with SK Football Academy and Sama Sports for football and swimming. The school emphasizes community and leadership and supports a smooth transition to secondary.
Al Jazeera Al Hamra (Al Hamra Village), Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
The Essentials
RAK Academy - Al Hamra has 707 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Location
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, on the outskirts of Al Hamra Village.
Stages
Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary). Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic). A secondary campus expansion is planned for 2026-2027.
Fees
Annual tuition at RAK Academy - Al Hamra ranges from AED 18,700 to AED 72,500 for 2026/27.
Application and registration fees
- Application fee: AED 500 (non-deductible; payable at initial application). - Registration fee (deductible from the first term's tuition): Pre-KG / KG1 / KG2 – AED 1,000; Grades 1–5 – AED 1,500; Grades 6–12 – AED 2,000. This registration/re-registration charge must be paid by the deadline in the admission offer to secure a place and is deducted from Term 1 tuition.
Tuition fees – Al Hamra (term and annual amounts by year group)
- Pre-K: Term 1 AED 7,480; Term 2 AED 5,610; Term 3 AED 5,610; Annual AED 18,700. - KG1: Term 1 AED 9,925; Term 2 AED 7,440; Term 3 AED 7,440; Annual AED 24,805. - KG2: Term 1 AED 12,435; Term 2 AED 9,320; Term 3 AED 9,320; Annual AED 31,075. - Grade 1: Term 1 AED 13,380; Term 2 AED 10,030; Term 3 AED 10,030; Annual AED 33,440. - Grade 2: Term 1 AED 13,600; Term 2 AED 10,195; Term 3 AED 10,195; Annual AED 33,990. - Grade 3: Term 1 AED 13,600; Term 2 AED 10,195; Term 3 AED 10,195; Annual AED 33,990. - Grade 4: Term 1 AED 14,520; Term 2 AED 10,890; Term 3 AED 10,890; Annual AED 36,300. - Grade 5: Term 1 AED 14,520; Term 2 AED 10,890; Term 3 AED 10,890; Annual AED 36,300.
- Grade 6 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 66,000; Term 1 AED 26,400; Term 2 AED 19,800; Term 3 AED 19,800. - Grade 7 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 68,500; Term 1 AED 27,400; Term 2 AED 20,550; Term 3 AED 20,550. - Grade 8 (Al Hamra Secondary): Approved annual fee AED 72,500; Term 1 AED 29,000; Term 2 AED 21,750; Term 3 AED 21,750.
Discounts and special fee arrangements
- Full-payment discount: 5% discount on total tuition if the full year is paid by the Term 1 due date. 3% discount applies to amounts covering Term 2 and Term 3 if paid by the Term 2 due date. - Sibling discounts: 3rd child 15% of tuition; 4th child 20%; 5th child or more 25%. - Al Hamra Secondary special discounts: a 25% Loyalty Discount applies to students who were enrolled in any RAK Academy school during AY2025/26 and who continue into Al Hamra Secondary (Grades 6–8); a 20% New Joiner Discount applies to students who are new to RAK Academy and enroll in Al Hamra Secondary for AY2026/27. These discounts are applied against the DOK-approved annual fee and may be applied for the lifetime of continuous enrolment.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Parents/guardians receive a personalized invoice before each term. Tuition is invoiced termly. Due date: payment is required at least two (2) weeks before the start of each term. Failure to pay Term 1 fees by the due date may result in denial of classroom access, withholding of reports/references/exam results, or the loss of the student's place. - Tuition must be paid by the due date; the school may offer discounts, payment plans, or scholarships subject to internal approval. Late or unpaid fees have the consequences described above.
Exclusions and additional charges
- Examination fees (external examinations such as IGCSE, A-levels, IB) are not included in tuition and are billed separately for Grades 10–12 according to the qualifications selected. Parents receive personalized invoices for these exam charges. - Uniform: all students must wear the school uniform; uniform purchases are made through the school-approved uniform provider and are paid separately by parents. - Other optional services are charged separately by external providers: bus transport (external operator), canteen (canteen operator subscription), and external paid clubs/activities.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for Al Hamra; boarding fees do not apply.
Refunds and withdrawal deductions
- Application fees are non-refundable if a place is offered and the parent chooses not to accept it. Registration fees are refundable only if a written withdrawal is submitted to Admissions at least two weeks before the start of the new academic year; refunds for registration fees may be considered in extenuating circumstances (for example relocation) with supporting documentation. - Tuition refund deductions (applied per term based on the withdrawal request date): - If the student was enrolled for two weeks or less: one month's fees will be deducted. - If enrolled between two weeks and one month: two months' fees will be deducted. - If enrolled for over one month: the full-term fees will be deducted. - Any advance payment discounts received will be deducted from the refundable amount. - Refund processing takes a minimum of 22 working days from receipt of a complete signed withdrawal form with required documents; bank charges apply to refunds.
Payment methods and banking details
- Accepted payment methods: RAKBANK Skiply app (Skiply), credit card, cash, cheque (payable to RAK ACADEMY), bank transfer / payment link / direct cash deposit. Parents should include student name, grade, and invoice number with any payment and may email a scanned bank deposit slip to accounts@rakacademy.org. All payments should be net of bank charges. - Bank details (for bank transfer/direct deposit): - Account name: RAS AL KHAIMAH ACADEMY - Account number: 0002-116084-001 - Bank: RAK Bank, Nakheel, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE - SWIFT Code: NRAKAEAK - IBAN: AE-87-040-0000-002-116084-001.
Academics
RAK Academy - Al Hamra teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
British curriculum. Early Years Programme uses a bi-lingual approach (English and Arabic). Primary Years follow a British Curriculum pathway adapted to the UAE context, with bespoke learning programmes and a clear progression to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary. Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary).
Student Teacher Ratio
World-class adult-to-child ratio in Early Years.
Higher Education Progression
Seamless transition to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary for secondary education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a safe, happy and positive learning environment in which the skills, aspirations and abilities of each child are nurtured, and strong partnerships with parents and the wider community are fostered.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Early Years uses a bi-lingual approach with English and Arabic.
Mental Wellbeing
The learning environment is safe, happy and positive, supporting student well-being and positive relationships across the school community.
Admissions
Admissions
RAK Academy Al Hamra accepts students from Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary). The admission process for joining RAK Academy is designed to be straightforward and involves three steps. 1) Application: Submit an online application to the Admissions Office along with the required documents. An AED 500 application fee applies. Prepare to provide documents including the child's birth certificate, passport, residence visa and Emirates ID, sponsors' passports and Emirates IDs, recent medical/vaccination records, most recent school reports, any diagnostic testing or educational assessments if applicable, any psychological assessments if applicable, and the family book (UAE only). 2) Documentation: Submit the documents to the Admissions Office. A placement assessment and the next steps will proceed once all items have been received. 3) Assessment: The Admissions team reviews the application and documents; if places are available, you will receive an invitation to submit further information and/or schedule an assessment. If the assessment is successful and a place is available, an offer is sent by email within 48 hours. To secure the place, a deposit must be paid within 7 days along with a signed offer letter. Seats cannot be held without receipt of the deposit.
Scholarships
RAK Academy Scholarships are available for the Academic Year 2026–2027, with up to 100% scholarships for students entering Grades 4 to 12. All scholarships are renewable annually and continue until Grade 12, subject to meeting the required academic standards. Emirati Scholarship is available to UAE nationals (Grades 4–12). Academic Excellence Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 4–12). Talent & Sports Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 4–12). IB DP Scholarship is open to all students (Grades 11–12). Qualifications to apply include that students from all nationalities can apply and that students can be currently enrolled at RAK Academy or at another school. Scholarship applications require completing the online scholarship application form and scheduling the assessment; the scholarship committee conducts candidate screening and interviews to determine eligibility. Criteria for ongoing eligibility include: for Grades 4–8, minimum of Grade 5 in English, Mathematics, and Science; for GCSE, minimum Grade 4 in English, Mathematics, and Science; for A Level, minimum Grade B in all subjects; for IB Diploma, minimum Grade 5 in all subjects. CAT4 is used as a diagnostic assessment to inform learning potential during the scholarship process.
FAQs
Where is RAK Academy Al Hamra located and what age range does it serve?
RAK Academy Al Hamra sits on the outskirts of Al Hamra Village in Ras Al Khaimah. The school runs Pre-K to Grade 5 (British Primary), serving children aged roughly 3 to 11.
What curriculum does the school follow and is there a bilingual component in Early Years?
The school follows the British curriculum. In Early Years there is a bi-lingual English-Arabic approach, with Primary following a UAE-adapted British pathway and a clear progression to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary.
Is there a plan to add a secondary campus?
Yes. A dedicated Al Hamra Secondary campus is planned for 2026–2027, providing a seamless transition from primary to secondary education.
What are the application and registration fees for new students?
There is a non-refundable AED 500 application fee. Registration fees are AED 1,000 for Pre-KG and KG1–KG2, AED 1,500 for Grades 1–5, and AED 2,000 for Grades 6–12, with the fee deducted from Term 1 tuition.
How are tuition fees structured and are there discounts?
Tuition is billed termly. There is a 5% discount for full-year payment by Term 1 and a 3% discount for amounts covering Term 2 if paid by the Term 2 due date. Sibling discounts apply (3rd child 15%, 4th 20%, 5th+ 25%), and Al Hamra Secondary offers loyalty and new-joiner discounts.
Are scholarships available, and who can apply?
RAK Academy Scholarships are available for AY 2026–2027, including up to 100% for Grades 4–12. Scholarships cover Emirati, Academic Excellence, Talent & Sports, and IB DP categories and are open to students of all nationalities, current or new to the school, with assessments and interviews as part of the process.
What is the admissions process like?
Applications are made online with required documents (birth certificate, passport, visa, Emirates IDs, vaccination records, reports, etc.). A placement assessment is conducted, and if a place is available you'll receive an offer within 48 hours; a deposit is then due within 7 days to secure the place.
How does the school support Early Years students and the student–teacher ratio?
The school notes a world-class adult-to-child ratio in Early Years, which supports individualized attention and a strong start in learning.
What is the pathway from primary to secondary education?
Primary follows a British Curriculum adapted to the UAE context and provides a seamless progression to RAK Academy Khuzam Secondary.
Are external examination fees included in tuition?
No. External examination fees for IGCSE, A-levels, or IB are not included in tuition and are billed separately for Grades 10–12.
What sport and facility facilities does the campus offer?
The campus features a gym, a full-sized football pitch (astro turf with floodlights) and two additional outdoor football fields, plus partnerships for football coaching and swimming, including a 25m pool.
What academic and student facilities are on site?
On site you'll find a reception area, Arabic and Islamic department spaces, a school clinic, dedicated sections for Pre-K, KG, and Grades 1–5, a canteen, IT facilities, and administration offices.
Are there arts or enrichment facilities on campus?
Yes. There is a Dance Studio for dance activities, and the extracurricular program supports arts and creativity in addition to academics.
What extracurricular activities are available beyond classes?
Extra-curricular activities run from September to June and include a wide range of free programs led by staff, plus sports, leadership opportunities, and the House System.
How are leadership and community service integrated into school life?
Student Leadership includes roles in Student Councils, Prefects, and ambassadors (e.g., Anti-bullying, E-Safety, Health & Wellbeing) to drive school improvement and community projects.
How is student wellbeing supported, and is there language support?
The school emphasizes a safe, positive learning environment with Health & Wellbeing initiatives. EAL support is evident in the Early Years bilingual English-Arabic approach, with language development embedded across phases.
Is there information about SEN and safeguarding?
Specific SEN details aren't listed, and safeguarding information isn't provided in the available data; the school emphasizes a safe and positive environment overall.
Is there a uniform and what does it involve?
Yes. All students wear the school uniform, and purchases are made through the school-approved uniform provider.
What is the school's house system?
RAK Academy Al Hamra has a four-house system: Red Foxes, Green Falcons, Black Horses, and White Eagles, designed to foster teamwork and healthy competition.
What languages are taught at the school and how is language development handled?
English and Arabic are taught, with English-Arabic language use in Early Years. Language development continues through the British Primary curriculum across phases, with a clear pathway to Khuzam Secondary.
