Al Rabeeh Accademy

Here’s a detailed look at Al Rabeeh Academy, the secondary extension of Al Rabeeh School, located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi:

🎓 Overview & Identity

Founded: 2017 as a continuation for Year 8–13, complementing the original FS–Y7 Al Rabeeh School
Age Range: FS–Year 12 (soon extending to Year 13/A‑Level)
Curriculum: Full UK National Curriculum leading to IGCSEs and A‑Levels, alongside UAE-mandated Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies
Ethos & Values: Emphasises character development through values like Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Tolerance, Kindness, and Honesty

🏛️ Campus & Facilities

Location: Purpose-built campus in MBZ City, Abu Dhabi
Facilities: Well-equipped with science labs, STEAM suites, sports halls, swimming pools, outdoor play spaces, arts & crafts rooms, and fitness areas

👩‍🏫 Teaching & Learning Experience

Size & Ratio: 1:13 staff–student ratio, ensuring personalised attention
Co-education: Mixed until Year 3; from Year 4 onward, genders are taught in separate classrooms
Leadership: Led by Principal Mr. Riaan Huyser and experienced leadership with British Schools Overseas (BSO) & ADEK credentials

📈 Quality & Reputation

ADEK Inspection: Rated "Good" in its 2018–19 Irtiqaa inspection, with commendation for student progress, values, behaviour, and SEN identification; recommendations included boosting English attainment and teaching quality
BSO Accreditation: Achieved an "Outstanding" status in BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspections according to parent reviews on Edarabia
Parent Feedback: Highly positive, praising academic quality, safe and supportive environment, good communication, and wide-ranging ECAs

“I am extremely pleased with the quality of education, the care of educators… ECAs are varied and numerous.” reddit.com+5bestthings.ae+5edarabia.com+5

💷 Fees & Admissions

Annual Tuition (2023/24): AED 38,900 (FS1) to AED 46,000 (Y7–Y12/Y13)
Sibling Discounts: 10% for the 3rd–4th child; 15% from the 5th onward
Payment Structure: Fees paid in 3 instalments across the academic year

✅ Strengths & Considerations

✅ Strengths	⚠️ Considerations
British curriculum with IGCSE/A‑Level pathway	ADEK rating is Good, not Very Good
Excellent facilities and student support	Higher-end of mid-range fee bracket
Strong focus on values and holistic development	Co-ed early years, then gender-segregated
BSO “Outstanding” shows international standard	Newer school (since 2017) still evolving

📝 Final Thoughts

Al Rabeeh Academy is a well-rounded British-curriculum secondary school rooted in strong values, high exam preparation, modern facilities, and a caring community. Its BSO "Outstanding" and ADEK "Good" ratings indicate growing strength, though there's room to elevate teaching and English results further. The school fits families prioritising character development, academic achievement, and a supportive environment.