British International School, Ajman (BIS) is a private, co-educational school established in 2014, located in Al Nuaimiya, behind Safeer Mall, right on the border between Ajman and Sharjah. BIS was the first British curriculum school established in this location and today follows the National Curriculum for England alongside Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), leading to IGCSE, AS and A Level, and BTEC International Level 3 qualifications.
BIS holds Cambridge International School status and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME) network. The school's 2025 results were strong: a 100% IGCSE pass rate, with 82% of grades at A and 36% of students achieving 6 or more A grades, alongside 77% of BTEC students achieving Distinction. BIS operates under the school's motto, “Dare to Dream,” on an eco-conscious campus designed to support a holistic, student-centred learning environment.
BIS suits families specifically seeking a genuine British curriculum with Cambridge accreditation at a more accessible fee level than comparable schools in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, and its cross-border location makes it a practical option for families in Ajman, Sharjah, and Umm Al Quwain alike.
BIS sits in Al Nuaimiya, one of Ajman's most established and centrally located districts, on Salahuddin Al Ayyubi Street. Al Nuaimiya offers a genuinely broad property mix, spanning older villas in quieter internal streets, low-rise apartment buildings, and modern high-rise towers, with apartments dominating the overall market.
Expatriates are generally permitted to purchase freehold residential units within designated property zones in Al Nuaimiya, giving families a realistic path to ownership close to the school, alongside a wide range of rental options.
See our Al Nuaimiya Area Guide for full details on property types, pricing, and the surrounding community.
Curriculum: BIS follows the National Curriculum for England, delivered through Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), leading to IGCSE (Years 10–11), AS and A Levels, and BTEC International Level 3 (Years 12–13).
Grades and key stages: The school covers FS1 through Year 13 (ages 4 to 18). The Early Years Foundation Stage uses a play-based curriculum across three prime and four specific learning areas. Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) builds independence following a smooth transition from FS2, and Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6) includes continuous assessment to track student progress and development.
Accreditation: BIS holds Cambridge International School status and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME) network.
Sixth Form pathway: The Secondary curriculum is geared toward university preparation, with core subjects in English, Mathematics, Sciences, and Humanities, alongside globally recognised BTEC programmes combining academic learning with hands-on assignments.
Admission process: Parents begin by gathering the admission enquiry form, fee structure, and document checklist from the school reception or website, then submit the completed admission form with required documents at reception. Once the student's age is verified for the relevant grade, the applicant sits an entrance exam. The Head of Section announces the result the following day and arranges a meeting with the student to discuss next steps. A non-refundable registration fee secures the seat.
Fees 2025/2026 academic year: Annual tuition ranges from AED 11,000 at KG1 up to AED 22,000 at Grade 12, positioning BIS in the affordable-to-mid-range bracket for British curriculum schools in the UAE. Book fees are charged separately, ranging from AED 650 at KG1/KG2 up to AED 2,000 at Grade 10 (Grade 11/12 book fees are not published). A uniform fee of AED 350 plus 5% VAT applies across all year groups.
Registration fee: AED 500, non-refundable, but adjustable against the first term's tuition fees.
Payment structure: Fees are payable across three terms. The first term is paid by cash, credit card, or current-dated cheque, with two post-dated cheques collected at the same time for the second and third terms.
Scholarships: No formal scholarship or bursary programme is published on the school's official website. Parents seeking financial assistance are advised to contact the admissions office directly.
Refunds: The school publishes a refund policy tiered by the duration of attendance. Confirm current terms directly with the admissions office.
BIS occupies an eco-conscious, spacious campus with facilities including:
Canteen: The school canteen offers healthy snacks and beverages for students.
Transportation: BIS offers an optional school bus service for students travelling from Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain, arranged through a meeting with the school's transport supervisor.
We could not independently verify specific additional facilities, such as a swimming pool or science laboratories, from consistent official sources at the time of writing; parents should confirm the full current list of facilities directly with the school.
Address: Salahuddin Al Ayyubi Street, behind Safeer Mall, Al Nuaimiya, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Main telephone: +971 6 742 4440
Email: info@bisuae.ae
Official website: www.bisuae.ae
BIS follows the National Curriculum for England through Cambridge Assessment International Education, leading to IGCSE, AS/A Levels, and BTEC International Level 3.
Yes, BIS holds Cambridge International School status and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME) network.
The school admits students from age 4 (FS1) through to age 18 (Year 13).
For the 2025/2026 academic year, annual tuition ranges from AED 11,000 at KG1 to AED 22,000 at Grade 12, with book and uniform fees charged separately.
Yes, a non-refundable AED 500 registration fee applies, adjustable against the first term's tuition.
No formal scholarship or bursary programme is published on the school's official website; parents should contact the admissions office directly to ask about financial assistance.
Yes, an optional school bus service is available for students from Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain.
The school reported a 100% IGCSE pass rate, with 82% of grades at A, and 77% of BTEC students achieving Distinction.
Yes, expatriates are generally permitted to purchase freehold residential units within designated zones in Al Nuaimiya, the district where the school is located.
Al Nuaimiya offers a broad mix of older villas, low-rise apartment buildings, and modern high-rise towers, with apartments as the dominant property type.
