Sharjah schools: Top-rated schools under Dh35,000 a year

Dubai: A top-rated school in Sharjah does not have to cost a fortune. Several schools rated “Very Good” or “Good” by the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) charge annual fees of less than Dh35,000.

The ratings are based on SPEA’s 2024–25 Itqan inspections, which assessed 86 schools across 10 curricula. Five schools were rated “Very Good”, 53 “Good” and 28 “Acceptable”, with none rated “Weak” or “Very Weak”. School performance has improved significantly since 2018, when just one school was rated “Very Good” and seven “Good”.

The following schools have annual tuition fees below Dh35,000, based on the published fee ranges. Fees can vary depending on the child’s year group, and parents should check the latest approved fees directly with the school before applying.

The school also provides British curriculum from year 10 to year 12, fees ranges from 22,595 to 26,060

For parents primarily comparing tuition fees, several of the schools on this list have starting fees below Dh10,000 a year.

Our Own English High School has fees starting at Dh8,350, while Our Own English High School – B1 starts at Dh8,440. Ambassador School starts at Dh8,819.

At the other end of the range, Al Ansar International Private School has the highest starting fee among the 10 schools at Dh22,440, while its maximum published annual tuition is Dh30,340.

Curriculum: Make sure the Indian, British or American curriculum suits your child’s education plans.

Parents should also confirm the latest approved fees and admissions details directly with the school, as fees and availability can change.