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Al Mawahib British Private School
A Cambridge British school in the Halwan area of Sharjah that pairs the UK National Curriculum with Islamic education. Founded in 2004 and a comfortable mid-tier choice for families on a budget.
In brief
A Cambridge British school in the Halwan area of Sharjah that pairs the UK National Curriculum with Islamic education. Founded in 2004 and a comfortable mid-tier choice for families on a budget.
Al Mawahib runs from early years through IGCSE on a single Halwan campus. Fees range from around AED 12,430 to AED 24,000 a year, which sits below most British schools across the border in Dubai. Curriculum is straight UK National Curriculum with Cambridge IGCSE at Year 11, and Arabic and Islamic studies are integrated rather than bolt-on.
Parent reviews lean positive. Teachers are described as dedicated, communication through the Microsoft Teams parent portal is consistent, and management is seen as approachable. Several families talk about real academic progress through IGCSE and pastoral care that fits the school's family feel. The school does not offer A-levels, so families thinking long-term need a plan for sixth form. Suits Emirati and Arab families wanting an English-medium British education close to home with Islamic values clearly part of the day.
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 Tuition | 4 | AED 12,430 |
| FS2 Tuition | 5 | AED 12,430 |
| Year 1 Tuition | 5 | AED 13,555 |
| Year 2 Tuition | 6 | AED 14,685 |
| Year 3 Tuition | 7 | AED 15,815 |
| Year 4 Tuition | 8 | AED 16,940 |
| Year 5 Tuition | 9 | AED 18,070 |
| Year 6 Tuition | 10 | AED 19,200 |
| Year 7 Tuition | 11 | AED 20,300 |
| Year 8 Tuition | 12 | AED 20,900 |
| Year 9 Tuition | 13 | AED 22,000 |
| Year 10 Tuition | 14 | AED 24,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Seat Reservation | AED 500 | |
| School Seat Reservation | AED 500 |
Leadership
Dr. Yassine Talbi
Dr. Ahmad Al Rahel is a renowned educational strategist, institutional leader, and consultant with over 25 years of experience in higher education transformation, quality assurance, and accreditation. His expertise spans governance, strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, and smart learning technologies, positioning him as a key driver of educational innovation and policy reform.
Location
Behind Sharjah Television, Halwan - Al Abar - Halwan - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates