Mirdif American School is a American Curriculum school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1995. Annual tuition ranges from $7,559 to $11,955 USD.
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About
Mirdif American School is a co-educational day school in Mizhar 1, Dubai, UAE, offering an American-based curriculum for approximately 895 students aged 3 to 16 across Pre-K through Grade 10. NEASC-accredited since 2018, the school serves 45 nationalities on a 15,000 square metre campus and provides inclusive education including SEN, EAL, and counselling support. Core subjects follow US Common Core standards, with Arabic, Islamic Education, and UAE Social Studies delivered under the UAE Ministry of Education framework.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG 1 | AED 7,580~$ 2,065 |
| KG 2 | AED 7,999~$ 2,180 |
| Pre-K | AED 7,559~$ 2,060 |
| Grade 1 | AED 8,336~$ 2,271 |
| Grade 2 | AED 8,674~$ 2,363 |
| Grade 3 | AED 9,010~$ 2,455 |
| Grade 4 | AED 9,347~$ 2,547 |
| Grade 5 | AED 9,684~$ 2,639 |
| Grade 6 | AED 10,021~$ 2,731 |
| Grade 7 | AED 10,942~$ 2,981 |
| Grade 8 | AED 11,279~$ 3,073 |
| Grade 9 | AED 12,230~$ 3,332 |
| Grade 10 | AED 12,786~$ 3,484 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 27,790 - 43,952. Application fee: $143.
Admissions Process
- 1Registration for the September academic year opens in March. 2. Admission is open to all qualified applicants of any nationality who can benefit from the MAS programme. 3. The school reserves the right to refuse admission to non-English proficient applicants, academically limited students, or applicants with certain special needs or behavioural problems. 4. Parents contact the MAS office directly for admission information at 04-2883303. 5. An Adobe PDF application form is completed and submitted. 6. The school considers the information provided and its capacity to meet the applicant's needs. 7. Admissions testing applies for Grades 1–9; informal KG interviews for early years.
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School Day
Monday to Thursday approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Friday ends around 12:00 p.m.
Student Life
Dress Code and Uniform guidelines are published in the Dress Code and Uniform document within the Student Handbook.
Wellbeing & Safety
The Guidance and Counseling department supports social and emotional development and academic success. Holistic play therapy helps students relax while discussing difficult topics. Classroom lessons focus on character and moral education, with mentoring and empowerment groups across grades. Transition days support students moving to the next educational stage, and Coffee Talk parent outreach mornings support continuity between school and home. School-wide anti-bullying initiatives are part of the wellbeing strategy.
The MAS clinic is staffed with licensed professionals who monitor student health and attend to minor injuries. All staff are trained in child-protection policies and practices. The Student Support Services Department promotes an inclusive, safe learning environment in collaboration with stakeholders. The Guidance and Counseling programme includes anti-bullying initiatives, and transition days with parent outreach contribute to student safety and wellbeing.
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School Background
Founded in 1995 as an American-based curriculum school; renamed Mirdif American School in 2018 following receipt of NEASC accreditation.
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