List of Top Best Cambridge CAIE Schools in UAE 2025 Ranking
Checkout list of Top Cambridge Schools in UAE 2025 offering CAIE Cambridge International programme 2025. IGCSE schools in UAE. Find below the complete list of Cambridge CAIE (CIE) Schools in UAE offering Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE and AS & A Level of Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) board with information on Fees, Admission procedure, Ranking, Rating & Reviews, Curriculum, Facilities, Contact Details and address. This list of Top Best IGCSE Schools in UAE covers Cambridge affiliated Schools in UAE.
Click on the name of the Cambridge CIE school for information on Admission, Fees, Curriculum, School Contact Details, Ranking, Reviews and Ratings of Best Cambridge Schools in UAE. List contains both National and International Cambridge Schools in UAE covering list of Daycare, Playschool/Pre School/Pre Primary, Primary, Secondary and Senior Secondary Schools and K12 Schools. The below list of Cambridge schools in UAE covers Girls Schools , Boys Schools and Co-ed schools providing Day or Boarding/Residential schools in UAE.
Use search filters to find Schools based on School Type (Coeducational or Boys or Girls), School Curriculum, School Level, School Boarding Type (Day, Day-cum-Boarding School or Boarding/Residential School).
Details: Our Own English High School, Fujairah is a Coeducational Day School with classes from KG 1 to XII located in Fujairah.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: The Ideal English School, Ras Al Khaimah is a Coeducational Day School with classes from I to XII located in Ras Al Khaimah.
The school has classes from Primary School (I-V) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge Assessment International Education, UK National Curriculum of England curriculum.
Details: Al Salam Private School & Nursery, Dubai is a Coeducational Day School with classes from FS1 to XII located in Dubai.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK National Curriculum of England, Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: Raffles International School, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai is a Coeducational Day School with classes from Nursery to XII located in Dubai.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by Cambridge Assessment International Education, UK National Curriculum of England, Montessori curriculum.
Details: The Bloomington Academy School, Ajman is a Coeducational Day School with classes from I to XII located in Ajman.
The school has classes from Primary School (I-V) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK EYFS Curriculum, UK National Curriculum of England, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: Harvest Private School, Ras Al Khaimah is a Coeducational Day School with classes from KG 1 to X located in Ras Al Khaimah.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Secondary School (IX-X) and follows curriculum prescribed by Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: ABC Private School, Al Shamkha, Abu Dhabi is a Coeducational Day School with classes from KG 1 to XII located in Abu Dhabi.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by Cambridge Assessment International Education, UK National Curriculum of England, Pearson Edexcel curriculum.
Details: Ajman Academy, Ajman is a Coeducational Day School with classes from Pre KG to XII located in Ajman.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by Cambridge Assessment International Education, International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.
Details: Frontline International Private School, Ajman is a Coeducational Day School with classes from KG 1 to VIII located in Ajman.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Middle School (VI-VIII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK National Curriculum of England, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: The Winchester School, Jebel Ali, Dubai is a Coeducational Day School with classes from PP 1 to XII located in Dubai.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK National Curriculum of England, Pearson Edexcel, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: GEMS Winchester School, Oud Metha, Dubai is a Coeducational Day School with classes from FS1 to XII located in Dubai.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK National Curriculum of England, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Details: British International School, Ajman is a Coeducational Day School with classes from FS1 to XII located in Ajman.
The school has classes from Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and follows curriculum prescribed by UK National Curriculum of England, Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum.
Explore Schools by Popular Cities in UAE
Browse Schools by States
Browse Boarding Schools
UAE Education System
In the UAE, education is compulsory for all children aged five and above. Primary and secondary education in state institutions is free to every UAE national up to the age of 18. The UAE education system is divided into four tiers
- Kindergarten School: 4 to 5 year-olds
- Primary School: 6 to 11 year-olds
- Preparatory School: children aged between 12 and 14
- Secondary school (Class IX to X): 15 to 17 year-olds
Types of schools in UAE?
UAE education system has both public and private schools.
Which curriculum schools follow in UAE
The public schools follow the Arabic curriculum while the private schools follow 15 different curriculums. Some of the popular curriculums in private schools are American, British, Indian, French, German, IB and Pakistani.
Language of instruction in schools in UAE
The main medium of instruction in the public school is Arabic and English as a Second Language. In private school english is the main Language of instruction and Arabic language classes are compulsory for any curricula.
About the Cambridge programmes
Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE or simply Cambridge and formerly known as CIE).It is part of the University of Cambridge. Refer to below table for the Cambridge pathway from primary to pre-university (k-12).
Programme | Age Range |
Cambridge Primary | 5 to 11 years old |
Cambridge Lower Secondary | 11 to 14 years old |
Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE or O Level) | 14 to 16 years old |
Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Level) | 16 to 19 years old |
Cambridge Primary
Typically for 5 to 11 year old students. Cambridge Primary develops skills in 10 subjects including English, Mathematics and Science.
Cambridge Lower Secondary
Cambridge Lower Secondary is for students aged 11 to 14 years. It offers 10 subjects (including English, Mathematics and Science).
Cambridge Upper Secondary
Cambridge Upper Secondary is for learners aged 14 to 16 years. It offers students two routes: Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Level.
Cambridge Advanced
Cambridge Advanced is typically for students aged 16 to 19 years who need advanced study to prepare for university and higher education. It offers two routes: Cambridge International AS & A Level, and Cambridge Pre-U.
CAIE Cambridge Programme - Age Requirement and Grade Placement
Refer to below table for Age and Grade Mapping with various Cambridge International Programmes. As different school systems use different names for grades, years and levels, we have created this table to make it easier for parents to compare their current school grade/year with cambridge stages and grade.
Age of Child | IB Programme | International Grade | UK Grade |
---|---|---|---|
3 | Cambridge Early Years | ||
4 | Cambridge Early Years | Pre-KG | Reception |
5 | Cambridge Primary | Kindergarten | Year 1 |
6 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 1 | Year 2 |
7 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 2 | Year 3 |
8 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 3 | Year 4 |
9 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 4 | Year 5 |
10 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 5 | Year 6 |
11 | Cambridge Primary | Grade 6 | Year 7 |
12 | Cambridge Lower Secondary | Grade 7 | Year 8 |
13 | Cambridge Lower Secondary | Grade 8 | Year 9 |
14 | Cambridge Upper Secondary | Grade 9 | Year 10 |
15 | Cambridge Upper Secondary | Grade 10 | Year 11 |
16 | Cambridge Advanced | Grade 11 | Year 12 |
17 | Cambridge Advanced | Grade 12 | Year 13 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About SchoolMyKids' Ratings
As an independent private organisation, our aim at SchoolMyKids is to help all parents and school seekers get a great education for their kids. We believe that every parent needs reliable information in order to ensure a good school for their child. Through our ratings, we intend to help parents with a better understanding of school quality. We are continually working with various stakeholders to acquire more school data for schools across the world.
How can I help other parents?
Thank you for showing interest in helping out other parents. Have your children studied at any of these schools? If your kids are studying or have studied in any of the above schools, a simple verification of the school page's content and rating & review on our website can help thousands of other parents. Your input can guide thousands of families looking for quality education.
How can I find Schools near me?
SchoolMyKids help parents and students find best school near them. Use search filters to find Schools near me based on School Country, School City, School Locality, School Type (Coeducational or Boys or Girls), School Curriculum (CBSE, ICSE, IB, CAIE, CIE, Cambridge etc...), School Level, School Boarding Type (Day-cum-Boarding School or full Boarding/Residential School).