Pakistani schools in UAE fees: typical costs
Most Pakistani curriculum schools in the UAE charge between AED 4,000 and 9,000 a year, with a few premium options above AED 10,000. The school-by-school table further down this page compares published 2026–27 fee ranges for eight schools in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman. Fees change every year and differ by grade, so always get the current fee sheet from the school.
Where the schools are
Most Pakistani curriculum schools are in Sharjah and Ajman, with others in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. That is one reason many families working in Dubai choose to live in Sharjah or Ajman.
The school year starts in April
Like most Indian schools, Pakistani curriculum schools in the UAE start their academic year in April, not August. For April-start schools, KHDA uses a 31 March age cut-off (for example, 4 by 31 March for KG1). Schools in Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Ajman follow SPEA, ADEK and the federal Ministry of Education, so confirm the exact cut-off with the school. Compare these fees with other curricula in our UAE school fees guide. If you arrive in the summer, your child may join mid-year. Plan admission as early as possible, as popular schools fill up.
Documents you will need
Check your child’s current visa and Emirates ID requirements with ICP before you apply.
- Child’s passport and residence visa or Emirates ID (or the application).
- The last two years of school reports.
- A transfer or leaving certificate, attested as the school requires.
- Birth certificate and vaccination records.
- Passport photos and the parent’s visa and Emirates ID.
Extra costs to budget
Add registration, uniform, books and the school bus. For a Pakistani school these extras are usually AED 3,000 to 7,000 a year per child, mostly the bus.
You may also find our guides on moving to Dubai from Pakistan and the cost of living in Dubai for Pakistanis useful.
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All figures are typical 2026 estimates, not quotes. Prices vary by area and provider, so always confirm before you pay. See how we calculate.
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Read the guide →Pakistani-curriculum (FBISE) schools are among the most affordable in the UAE. Below are real schools across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman with their published 2026–27 fee ranges. Fees rise with grade level — always confirm the exact fee for your child’s grade with the school.
| School | Location | Annual fees (AED) | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan Education Academy | Oud Metha, Dubai | 6,519–9,138 | Acceptable (KHDA) | FBISE; founded 1968. Fees per KHDA 2026–27 fact sheet (KG2 AED 6,662; Grade 12 AED 9,138). |
| H.H. Shaikh Rashid Al Maktoum Pakistan School | Al Qusais, Dubai | ~6,900 | Acceptable (KHDA) | FBISE; founded 1995. Figure is a directory average — confirm per-grade fees with the school. |
| The City School International | Nad Al Hamar, Dubai | 14,781–35,694 | — | FBISE stream plus IGCSE/A-levels; founded 1978. Higher fee band reflects the dual-curriculum offering. |
| Al Amal English High School | Al Qusais Industrial, Dubai | Contact school | — | FBISE + O-Level; founded 1988. Current fee schedule not publicly verified — contact the school. |
| Pakistan Islamia Higher Secondary School | Al Ghubaiba, Sharjah | 4,500–8,000 | Good (SPEA) | FBISE; founded 1974. Official fee schedule: KG AED 4,500 up to Grade 12 AED 8,000. Cheapest established option in Sharjah. |
| Al Amaal English High School | Bu Tina, Sharjah | 4,001–7,200 | Acceptable (SPEA) | FBISE; founded 1988. Fee range per SPEA 2025 school review report. |
| Pakistani School Ajman | Al Jarf 2, Ajman | ~8,200 | — | FBISE; founded 1979. Figure is a directory average — confirm per-grade fees with the school. |
| Omar Bin Al Khattab Pakistan Islamia High School | Nuaimia, Ajman | Contact school | — | FBISE; founded 1980. Current fee schedule not publicly verified — contact the school. |
Fee ranges are tuition only and exclude transport, uniforms, books and board exam charges. Figures are estimates based on 2026–27 published fee schedules (KHDA/SPEA fact sheets and school fee schedules); confirm exact per-grade fees with each school before budgeting. Where no public fee schedule was found, contact the school directly.
Last updated: October 2026