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Yasmina British Academy has 3,482 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Location
Yasmina British Academy is located in Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi, UAE, in the Al Raha Gardens area. The campus is accessible by road from central Abu Dhabi. A new, state-of-the-art campus sits nearby in Khalifa City A, located about three minutes from the original Yasmina site. The school operates within the Aldar Academies network in Khalifa City A.
Stages
The school provides education from Foundation Stage 1 through Year 13, encompassing primary and secondary phases. The campus is arranged with clearly separated zones for Foundation, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body represents over 70 nationalities; the school describes a diverse international community. The exact local-to-international ratio is not publicly published.
Additional learning support
The school has an Inclusion Policy and a Head of Inclusion. About 14% of students have an identified Additional Learning Need (ALN).
Country affiliation
Located in the United Arab Emirates; part of Aldar Academies in Abu Dhabi.
Religious affiliation
There is no publicly stated religious affiliation.
School day structure
The school day starts in the morning and ends in the early afternoon, with variations by year group and day (Friday shorter). Typical published schedules show start times around 8:00 am and end times in the mid-afternoon.
Bus service
Public bus stops are located on Al Mireef Street near the Yasmina campus, within about a 10-minute walk. Nearby stops and access exist for riders; ride-hailing services (Uber/Careem) are commonly used for travel to and from the school area.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Yasmina British Academy ranges from AED 49,740 to AED 67,270 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees (Academic Year 2025/2026)
- Nursery (FS1): AED 49,740 per annum. Term 1: AED 19,896. Term 2: AED 14,922. Term 3: AED 14,922.
- FS2 – Year 1: AED 49,740 per annum. Term 1: AED 19,896. Term 2: AED 14,922. Term 3: AED 14,922.
- Year 2 – Year 6: AED 51,180 per annum. Term 1: AED 20,472. Term 2: AED 15,354. Term 3: AED 15,354.
- Year 7 – Year 8: AED 56,910 per annum. Term 1: AED 22,764. Term 2: AED 17,073. Term 3: AED 17,073.
- Year 9: AED 61,010 per annum. Term 1: AED 24,404. Term 2: AED 18,303. Term 3: AED 18,303.
- Year 10 – Year 13: AED 67,270 per annum. Term 1: AED 26,908. Term 2: AED 20,181. Term 3: AED 20,181.
Application / registration fees
- Registration fee (new students): 5% of the yearly tuition fee, payable on offer acceptance and deductible from the final term's tuition invoice. The registration fee must be received to reserve a seat. Registration fees collected may be subject to ADEK timing guidelines. Registration fee is refundable for new students if written notification is provided at least two weeks prior to the start of the new academic year. Re-registration for returning students is also 5% of the yearly tuition fee and is deductible from the final term's tuition; re-registration is refundable if written notification is provided on or before 30 June.
- Note (2025/2026 page entry): a non-refundable fee of AED 2,000 is shown as charged upon offer acceptance and adjusted against Term 1 invoice (this item appears alongside the 5% statements in the school's published fees content).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is divided into three instalments and payable on a termly basis. Term structure: Term 1 covers Sep–Dec (4 months), Term 2 covers Jan–Mar (3 months), Term 3 covers Apr–Jun (3 months). Due dates for term invoices are 1 August (Term 1), 1 December (Term 2) and 1 March (Term 3). A full-year invoice for all three terms may be issued on request with a due date of 1 August. Registration and re‑registration timing and due dates are set in the fee policy; registration is payable within seven days of offer acceptance. Late payment procedures include a sequence of warning notices and authorised administrative actions.
Late payment / non-payment consequences
- The school issues up to three consecutive warning notices for late or non-payment. The school is authorised to suspend a student for up to three days (after warning notices) and may withhold examination report cards, transfer certificates, and/or block re-enrolment until outstanding fees are settled. Parents will be informed in writing if outstanding fees put re-enrolment at risk. Returned cheque bank charges are chargeable to the parent. Cash payments are not accepted.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered by the academy; there are no boarding fees listed. The published fee schedules and fee policy do not include boarding or boarding fees.
Other costs and optional charges
- Uniforms: purchased separately (available through Magrudy, Al Wahda Mall, and online via the listed supplier). Uniform cost is not included in tuition.
- Food services: school catering is not included in tuition; meal plans or food services are charged separately. Examination fees, transport, and some extra‑curricular activities are not included in tuition and are charged in addition.
- Bus transport: a published indicative annual cost for a return journey is AED 5,841 per year (subject to change and route availability). Transport arrangements are provided through the academy's transport provider and are charged separately.
- Extra‑curricular activities (ECAs): most teacher-led ECAs are included in tuition; external-provider ECAs carry additional direct charges. External examination fees are charged in addition to tuition; parents are invoiced for those exams separately.
Refund information and leavers' charge calculations
- Registration fee refund: refundable for new students if written notification is given at least two weeks prior to the start of the academic year. Re-registration fee refund: refundable if written notification is given on or before 30 June. The re-registration fee is non-transferable between children. If a student attends part of the term then withdraws, the school will retain amounts on a sliding scale: up to part of the first week — up to 5% of the annual fee (equivalent to registration/re-registration fee); attendance of 1 to 3 weeks — retention equal to one full month of tuition plus registration; attendance of over 3 and up to 6 weeks — retention equal to two full months of tuition plus registration; attendance over 6 weeks — retention equal to the full term fee plus registration/re-registration fee.
Fee payment options and instalment plans
- Accepted payment methods: Aldar Live Mobile App, online payment link, bank transfer, cheque, and credit card. Cash payments are not accepted. Returned-cheque bank charges apply to the parent. A full-year invoice option is available with the August due date.
- 0% instalment/payment plans: interest-free monthly instalment plans are available through partner banks and credit card schemes (examples listed include FAB, ADIB and ENBD) to spread fee payments. Specific bank partners and plan availability should be clarified with the academy's finance or parent relations team when arranging payment.
Additional notes on inclusions / exclusions
- Tuition fees do not include uniform, food services, transport, examination fees, or external extra‑curricular activities. Curriculum books required for classroom learning are included within tuition; books for external ECAs may incur extra charges. External examination fees and elective programme fees are additional and billed separately.
Academics
Yasmina British Academy teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Yasmina British Academy follows the English National Curriculum, adapted to UAE requirements, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies taught according to UAE MOE guidelines. The Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2, ages 3–5) leads into Primary (Years 1–6, Key Stages 1–2), with core subjects English, Mathematics and Science, and foundation subjects including Design and Technology, ICT, History, Geography, Music, Art and Design, Physical Education, and Modern Foreign Languages from Year 3, plus Personal, Health and Social Development. The curriculum is delivered through enquiry- or project-based learning, with ongoing assessments and periodic formal checks, including benchmark/external tests in reading, mathematics and Arabic. Senior students follow the IGCSE framework before progressing to A-Levels. Each academy operates a whole-school curriculum plan based on the National Curriculum for England, adapted to the local context to ensure continuity across year groups and key stages.
Wellbeing
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Facilities
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit your enquiry online. The Parent Relations Executive will get back to you within 2 working days to assist you. This initial contact begins the enrolment process, and PRE will guide you on the next steps. You may include information about your child's current year level in this initial enquiry to help tailor the follow-up. 2. Schedule a tour or a meeting with our Senior Leadership team to find out more about our Academy. The tour or meeting provides an opportunity to learn about the Academy directly from leadership. It is part of the process to help families assess whether Yasmina British Academy is the right fit. You can arrange this at a time that suits you. 3. Submit your completed application and our Admissions Team will be in touch within 2 working days. This initiates the formal application process and the admissions assessment timeline. The Admissions Team will communicate timelines and any additional information needed. Timely submission supports a smooth progression through the process. 4. After the academic team has reviewed your assessment, you will receive an offer of a place if successful. Once this is accepted and the registration fee is paid, you will be enrolled. Nursery graduates receive a guaranteed place at FS2 across Aldar Academies, and secondary schools prioritise Primary graduates above other applicants. This prioritisation helps streamline placement within the Aldar network.
School Events
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FAQs
What curriculum does Yasmina British Academy follow?
The school follows the English National Curriculum with a STEAM focus from Nursery through Year 13. GCSEs are offered in Years 10-11 and A-Levels in Years 12-13.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual tuition ranges from AED 49,740 for Nursery/FS to AED 67,270 for Years 10-13. The school provides clear year-group pricing without complex fee breakdowns.
What are the exam results?
A-Level results show 45.1% A*-A grades compared to the UK average of 27.9%. GCSE results show 38.8% grades 8+ compared to the UK average of 14.4%, significantly exceeding national benchmarks.
What is the school's inspection rating?
Yasmina British Academy is rated Outstanding by both ADEK and BSO (British Schools Overseas), the highest possible rating from both bodies.
How large is the school?
The school serves 3,482 students from over 70 nationalities, making it one of the larger British curriculum schools in Abu Dhabi.
Does the school provide SEN support?
Yes, about 14% of students have an identified Additional Learning Need. The Inclusion Team uses IEPs, Provision Maps, and a tiered RTI model for targeted interventions.
Does the school offer EAL support?
Yes, an EAL Lead coordinates assessment, referral, and targeted support. The EAL policy distinguishes EAL from SEN, with dedicated provision planning.
What are the school hours?
The school day starts around 8:00 a.m. and ends in the early afternoon, with variations by year group and a shorter Friday schedule.
Where can I buy the uniform?
Uniforms can be purchased online via the school's provided link or in person at Magrudy, Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi.
How do I apply?
Contact admissions to submit an application. The school provides information on required documentation and assessment processes for prospective families.
What wellbeing support is available?
A full-time school nurse delivers daily health services. Safeguarding materials include mindfulness and social-emotional learning, with the aim of creating happy, confident, and resilient learners.
What is the STEAM focus?
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) is integrated across the curriculum, combining hands-on learning with academic rigour to prepare students for future careers.
