Merryland International School is a Cambridge Early Years / Cambridge Primary / Cambridge Secondary / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge AS & A Level school in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Annual tuition ranges from $7,134 to $12,695 USD.
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About
Merryland International School is a coeducational day school in Abu Dhabi, UAE, offering the Cambridge International Curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 12 for students aged 4 to 18. The school holds ADEK Outstanding accreditation and Cambridge Brand Ambassador status, and is associated with the Sherwood Group of Schools. It emphasises inclusive education, social and emotional development, and critical thinking within an English-medium environment.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Cambridge pilot school in the Middle East; ADEK accredited as Outstanding; Cambridge Brand Ambassador status; ISO 9001:2015 certified; associated with the Sherwood Group of Schools; inclusive and supportive English-medium learning environment.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG1 | AED 7,134~$ 1,944 |
| KG2 | AED 7,357~$ 2,005 |
| Grade 1 | AED 8,343~$ 2,273 |
| Grade 2 | AED 8,343~$ 2,273 |
| Grade 3 | AED 8,544~$ 2,328 |
| Grade 4 | AED 8,571~$ 2,335 |
| Grade 5 | AED 9,154~$ 2,494 |
| Grade 6 | AED 9,154~$ 2,494 |
| Grade 7 | AED 10,232~$ 2,788 |
| Grade 8 | AED 10,232~$ 2,788 |
| Grade 9 | AED 10,730~$ 2,924 |
| Grade 10 | AED 10,885~$ 2,966 |
| Grade 11 | AED 12,310~$ 3,354 |
| Grade 12 | AED 12,695~$ 3,459 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 26,200 - 46,620.
Admissions Process
- 1Admissions open via application form available on the school website. Parents should contact the school at 02-5519626 for clarifications.
Student Life
Four-house system with houses named Eagles, Falcons, Hawks, and Ospreys. Each house has equal numbers of boys and girls. Inter-house competitions and a school sports day are organized by the PE department.
Formal uniform policy enforced to promote conformity and a sense of belonging. Uniforms must be clean and ironed; shirt collars buttoned; ties tied and shoes polished. Girls must wear hair neatly plaited or covered with a head scarf with skirts well below the knee; boys must have short, neatly groomed hair with no fancy hairstyles. Uniforms must be purchased from authorised supplier Iris International School Supplies LLC in Abu Dhabi. Full uniform required daily; sports wear permitted only on PE days.
The school operates an on-site canteen providing healthy, wholesome, and hygienic meals for students and staff during school hours. A weekly menu is provided to parents to help balance dietary requirements.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Wellbeing initiatives are integrated into school culture, prioritizing students' mental, emotional, and physical health. A School Counselor supports student mental wellbeing and a School Clinic with a nurse is available on campus.
Safeguarding is addressed through ICT and Online Safety Guidelines. A School Clinic and School Counselor support student welfare. The Parent Handbook provides contact channels including a Disciplinary Committee for reporting concerns.
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School Background
Founded by Mrs. Susheela George; Chairman and Chief Operations Officer is Aaron Grandon. Associated with the Sherwood Group of Schools. Holds ADEK Outstanding accreditation, Cambridge Brand Ambassador status, and ISO 9001:2015 certification.