For families moving to Ajman, schooling is usually the first big decision. The good news is the emirate has a solid spread of international schools across the major curricula, and fees tend to be gentler than Dubai. Here is how the options break down and what to think about when you choose.
The curricula on offer
Ajman’s schools cover the main international curricula, so most families can find a match for their child and their plans:
- British: the most widely available, leading to IGCSE and A Levels.
- Indian (CBSE): popular with the large Indian community.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): offered at select schools.
- American and Islamic: also represented across the emirate.
Some of the schools to know
Among the names that come up most often are Ajman Academy, which runs a British and IB programme, GEMS Founders School Ajman and City School Ajman for British and other curricula, and The Royal Academy for the Indian CBSE stream. There are many more across the residential areas, and some families also look just over the border in Sharjah where the choice widens further.
WOW-Ajman Expert Tip: Pick the school before you sign a tenancy. Choosing a home close to your preferred school saves a daily cross-emirate run that quickly wears thin.
What it costs
Fees vary widely by curriculum and year group. As a rough guide, annual tuition across Ajman spans from around AED 5,000 at the most affordable end to AED 90,000 or more at the top. Premium British primary places often sit around AED 25,000 to 45,000, with secondary and IB diploma years climbing higher, frequently AED 75,000 to 90,000 plus. Expect a separate registration or enrolment fee on top, typically a few thousand dirhams.
How to choose
Beyond curriculum and fees, weigh up the commute, the school’s inspection rating, class sizes, facilities and whether it offers the continuity you need through to graduation. Visit in person if you can, and apply early, as the best schools fill up well ahead of the school year.
WOW-Ajman Expert Tip: Budget for the extras. Uniforms, transport, books, trips and exam fees add up on top of tuition, so ask each school for the all-in annual cost rather than just the headline fee.
Settling the whole family in? Our Ajman real estate guide for new residents covers where to live, and our roundup of family-friendly things to do in Ajman will keep the kids happy at the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
Ajman schools cover British, Indian CBSE, International Baccalaureate, American and Islamic curricula, with British and Indian being the most widely available.
Annual tuition ranges from around AED 5,000 at the most affordable end to AED 90,000 or more at the top. Premium British primary places often sit around AED 25,000 to 45,000 a year.
Frequently mentioned schools include Ajman Academy (British and IB), GEMS Founders School Ajman, City School Ajman and The Royal Academy for the Indian CBSE curriculum.
Apply early. The most in-demand schools fill up well ahead of the school year, so start the process as soon as you know your move, and budget for registration fees on top of tuition.
Last updated May 2026. School fees and curricula change, so confirm the latest details directly with each school before applying.
