Tuition fees at Maplewood, Abu Dhabi
Admissions at a glance
- Joining KG1Child turns four by 31 December 2026
- School dayMon to Thu 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Fri to 12:00 PM
- Mid-year transfersTerm 2 from 4 January 2027
- Admissions officeOpen every day, 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuition by stage
KindergartenKG1 and KG2
Starting from
30,000 / Year
Full annual tuition, payable by term
What tuition includes:
- Alberta Curriculum instruction
- Play-based Alberta kindergarten programme
- Arabic, Islamic & Moral Education
- After School Care Programme (KG1 & KG2)
- Books & digital resources: 500
ElementaryGrades 1 to 6
Starting from
32,000 / Year
Full annual tuition, payable by term
What tuition includes:
- Alberta Curriculum instruction
- Arabic, Islamic & Moral Education
- MAP assessment & written progress reports
- Fine Arts, athletics and extra-curricular clubs
- Books & digital resources: 850 to 1,000
Middle SchoolGrades 7 to 9
Starting from
38,000 / Year
Full annual tuition, payable by term
What tuition includes:
- Alberta Curriculum instruction
- Arabic, Islamic & Moral Education
- Specialist teaching in Science and Mathematics
- Athletics, arts and extra-curricular clubs
- Books & digital resources: 900
High SchoolGrades 10 to 12
Starting from
42,000 / Year
Full annual tuition, payable by term
What tuition includes:
- Alberta Curriculum instruction
- Arabic, Islamic & Moral Education
- Alberta Diploma Exam preparation
- Academic advising & university guidance
- Books & digital resources: 1,500
- Registration fee 1,000
- No hidden charges
- Term fees payable in advance
What Sets Us Apart
What sets a Maplewood education apart
Canadian-Certified Teachers
Every Maplewood teacher is Canadian-certified and trained in Alberta pedagogy.
- Digital Classrooms
- Safe & Inclusive Campus
Nursery to Grade 12 Pathway
Every Maplewood teacher is Canadian-certified and trained in Alberta pedagogy.
- Digital Classrooms
- Safe & Inclusive Campus
Admissions Enquiries
+971 2 552 4223
Why Choose Maplewood Canadian International School
Why families across Abu Dhabi choose Maplewood
Canadian-certified teachers, an inclusive classroom culture and a world-recognised diploma give every Maplewood student a genuine head start.
Canadian-Certified Teachers
Every Maplewood teacher is Canadian-certified. Canadian teachers adjust their approach so each learner is met through different teaching and assessment strategies.
Alberta Accredited Curriculum
Alberta students rank in the top ten across Mathematics, Language and Science on international tests, and our diploma is recognised worldwide.
Testimonials
What our students and staff say about Maplewood Canadian International School
“For the eight years I have been attending this great school, it has allowed me to develop my knowledge, communication and learning skills, and granted me opportunities that allowed me to reach my goals.”
“Teachers and staff are committed and enthusiastic about their jobs, creating a positive and encouraging environment for students to grow and succeed.”
“After six years at Maplewood, I can confidently say it has been a privilege to be part of it. The school is fantastic for academic growth and opens doors all over the world.”
“Watching each student develop socially and academically has been extremely rewarding. It is a fantastic place to work and develop professionally as an educator.”
FAQs
Answers to the questions parents ask us most
Choosing a school raises a lot of questions. Here are clear answers to the ones we hear most from families across Abu Dhabi.
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Maplewood Canadian International School follows the Alberta Education (Canadian) Curriculum from Nursery to Grade 12, taught by Canadian-certified teachers. Alongside it, every student studies Arabic, Islamic Studies, Moral Education and UAE Social Studies as required by ADEK, plus Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Career & Technology Studies and Fine Arts.
We accept students from KG1 through to Grade 12. For younger children, our sister nurseries take babies and toddlers from 45 days old and progress straight into KG1 at Maplewood Canadian International School.
The official school uniform is worn for all regular classes, with a separate P.E. uniform for physical education. Grades K-6 may wear P.E. kit all day on their timetabled day; Grades 7 to 12 change for each gym class. On theme or free-dress days, modest and culturally appropriate attire is still required. A uniform shop operates on site with flexible opening hours.
Students in Grades 1 to 9 sit MAP assessments each October and May, Grade 3 begins with Student Learning Assessments, Grades 6 and 9 sit Provincial Achievement Tests, and Grade 12 sits Alberta Diploma Exams. Written reports covering academic performance, behaviour and social development are issued at regular intervals.
Yes. School transport is available to all students including KG1 and KG2, one-way or two-way, operated by a dedicated transport team under Department of Transport regulations. Complete the transportation form during admissions.
Yes. Our After School Care Programme lets KG1 and KG2 students stay until the Grades 1 to 12 dismissal time. It is deliberately non-academic, arts and crafts, storytime, music and movement, outdoor play and free play, supervised by our experienced staff.
Our fees
Convenient structured payments at Maplewood Canadian International School
The full published tuition structure for the academic year 2026 to 2027, from Nursery through to Grade 12.
| Class | Registration fee | First term, due 1 September | Second term, due 1 December | Third term, due 1 March | Total tuition fees | Books & digital resources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery | Fees are set separately by Maplewood Nursery. See the nursery note below. | |||||
| KG1 | 1,000 | 11,000 | 9,000 | 9,000 | 30,000 | 500 |
| KG2 | 1,000 | 11,400 | 9,300 | 9,300 | 31,000 | 500 |
| Grade 1 | 1,000 | 11,800 | 9,600 | 9,600 | 32,000 | 1,000 |
| Grade 2 | 1,000 | 12,200 | 9,900 | 9,900 | 33,000 | 1,000 |
| Grade 3 | 1,000 | 12,600 | 10,200 | 10,200 | 34,000 | 850 |
| Grade 4 | 1,000 | 13,000 | 10,500 | 10,500 | 35,000 | 850 |
| Grade 5 | 1,000 | 13,400 | 10,800 | 10,800 | 36,000 | 850 |
| Grade 6 | 1,000 | 13,800 | 11,100 | 11,100 | 37,000 | 850 |
| Grade 7 | 1,000 | 14,200 | 11,400 | 11,400 | 38,000 | 900 |
| Grade 8 | 1,000 | 14,600 | 11,700 | 11,700 | 39,000 | 900 |
| Grade 9 | 1,000 | 15,400 | 12,300 | 12,300 | 41,000 | 900 |
| Grade 10 | 1,000 | 15,800 | 12,600 | 12,600 | 42,000 | 1,500 |
| Grade 11 | 1,000 | 16,200 | 12,900 | 12,900 | 43,000 | 1,500 |
| Grade 12 | 1,000 | 17,400 | 13,800 | 13,800 | 46,000 | 1,500 |
Good to know
Fees are one half of the decision. For the other half, how admission works sets out the age rules, documents and placement step by step, and KG1 admissions covers the entry year on its own.
- Registration fee: 1,000, payable before entry. Non-refundable, and included as part of the total tuition fee.
- Term fees are payable in advance, on the three dates in the table above. Books and digital resources cover selected textbooks, digital licences, digital devices for Grades 1 and 2, notebooks, and printing and photocopying.
- School transport: 4,000 a year one way, 6,000 a year two way. The same for every grade. Email transportation@maplewood.school for routes and registration.
- Chromebooks: Maplewood Canadian International School uses Google Chromebooks for Education from Grade 2 to Grade 12. Students do not buy a new device each year, but must have a working Chromebook.
- Nursery: Maplewood Nursery accepts children from 3 months. Call +971 50 640 9971 for nursery registration and fees.
- Discounts: 10% for a second child and 5% for the youngest child. Holders of an Esaad, Fazaa, Mazaya, Homat Al Watan or Etihad Airways card receive 15%. Email registrar@maplewood.school.
Sibling discount
Already have a child at Maplewood Canadian International School
A 10% discount applies to the second child and 5% to the youngest. Tell us who is already with us and who is joining, and admissions will apply it to your account.
Maplewood Scholarship
Tell us about a student worth backing
Apply for the Maplewood Scholarship. Tell us about the student and what they have achieved, and our admissions team will come back to you with the criteria and the next step.
Term dates
Academic calendar
Our academic year is approved by ADEK and follows the Alberta school calendar alongside UAE public holidays.
