Mayoor Private School

Mayoor Private School (MPS), Abu Dhabi is an Indian curriculum school offering the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) programme from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Established in 2014, the school is operated by Taaleem National Private Educational & Facilities Management Company in collaboration with the Mayo College General Council, India. MPS is committed to nurturing students’ intellectual, personal, emotional and social development within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Home to over 1,200 students, the school features modern facilities and a diverse extracurricular programme that complements its academic offering. The CBSE curriculum at MPS emphasises the development of 21st-century skills such as creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking, helping students grow into confident, independent and lifelong learners. The school also values diversity and multiculturalism, fostering a strong sense of belonging among its student community.

Recognised for its quality of education and student outcomes, Mayoor Private School holds a “Very Good” rating from ADEK. Annual tuition fees range from AED 23,190 to AED 31,271, from Pre-KG through Grade 12, making it an attractive option for families seeking a well-rounded and academically strong CBSE school in Abu Dhabi.

• Location: Al Wathba
• School fee: AED 23,190 – AED 31,271
• Curriculum: Indian (CBSE) curriculum
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-education
• ADEK rating: Very Good
• Years offered: Pre KG - Grade 12

Mayoor Private School is located in Al Wathba South, a community in Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi. Some of the family-friendly communities near the school are:

• Baniyas
• Mohammed Bin Zayed City
• Al Mafraq
• Al Shawamekh

Al Wathba is a developing community away from the hustle and bustle of urban areas of Abu Dhabi. It is home to cultural landmarks and attractive villas for rent or sale. Parents looking to move closer to the school can consider the following options:

• Villas for rent near Mayoor Private School

Mayoor Private School has a state-of-the-art campus that features the latest facilities and resources. The infrastructure accommodates the following amenities:

Mayoor Private School’s location is 42 Street in Al Wathba South, Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi.

Mayoor Private School Abu Dhabi delivers the CBSE curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Classes are held in a co-educational setup. Currently, over 1,200 students on campus receive a high-quality education.

The curriculum offered at MPS focuses on the development of 21st-century skills. Students learn project-based and individual-based learning. Moreover, they participate in formative assessments that ensure continuity. Besides international values, the curriculum incorporates UAE’s history and culture. For this purpose, the school teaches Ministry of Education subjects — UAE Social Studies, Arabic and Islamic.

Besides academics, the school offers an extensive extracurricular and after-school programme. The programme includes competitions, club activities, coaching in sports activities, events and more. Students also participate in many cultural exchange programs in which they visit locations, such as Prague, France and the USA.

Mayoor School has an extensive array of the latest and technologically advanced facilities. Students have access to libraries, laboratories, sports courts and much more. Information Technology (IT) is also integrated on campus to elevate students’ learning experience.

Last, the school has a student-centric environment where students thrive and prosper. Students feel comfortable as they learn, grow and collaborate with peers. MPS instils courage, respect, optimism and integrity while attending the school.

Mayoor Private School is an all-through school offering classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

MPS delivers the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum.

Kindergarten Curriculum

From the kindergarten level, the curriculum emphasises skill-based learning and activities. It focuses on:

• Literacy: KG students learn the English Alphabet and its role in reading, writing, practising rhyming and associating sounds with letters.
• Communication, Language and Literacy: The curriculum explores communication skills, pre-reading skills (visual and auditory perception) and pre-writing skills.
• Numeracy: KG students are introduced to the world of Mathematics. By the end of kindergarten, students will learn foundational principles of mathematics, such as addition, subtraction, numbers with lesser and greater value, numbers in sequence and more.
• Art and Craft: The curriculum encourages students to explore their creativity. Children learn to develop artistic skills in a relaxed environment.
• Music: Children learn topic-based songs, songs with actions and fun songs.
• General Knowledge: Students learn about plants, animals and the environment through exploration.

Primary Curriculum

The primary school comprises of Grade 1 to Grade 5. Subjects explored at the primary level are as follows:

• English: The language program offered at MPS covers the four parts of communication — listening, speaking, writing and reading. Grammar is also taught at this level.
• Mathematics: The math program stresses the interconnectedness of knowledge, skills and concepts.
• Science: Students develop critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills that benefit the community as well as the environment.
• Social Studies: The curriculum also incorporates UAE social studies alongside world social studies to honour the country’s history and culture.

Besides the subjects mentioned above, students also have classes in Music, Physical Education and Art and Craft. They also learn a second language subject and Islamic/Moral Education.

Secondary School Curriculum

From Grade 6 to Grade 12, students learn the foundation subjects they explored in previous grade levels in more detail. Subjects offered are:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
• UAE Social Studies
• Islamic/Moral Science
• Arabic
• Second Language (French/Hindi)

On completing Grade 10, students can choose Science, Commerce or Humanities streams. Their chosen elective will dictate their subjects in Grade 11 and Grade 12. Contact the school for more information on available subjects.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) is a government entity responsible for licensing all private education institutes and monitoring their commitment to providing high-quality service according to regulations. Through the Irtiqaa Programme, they carry out periodic evaluations of all schools. They are based on six criteria as listed below:

• Students’ achievement
• Personal and social development as well as innovation skills of the students
• Teaching and assessment.
• Curriculum
• Student safety and wellbeing, as well as the guidance and support provided to them
• School leadership and management

International evaluators use a scale comprising of six quality levels, as shown below:

The current ADEK rating for Mayoor Private School is Very Good.

The academic year at MPS is split into three terms. These take place as follows:

For more details on the events that take place at kindergarten, primary and secondary levels, view the school calendar.

To register at Mayoor Private School Abu Dhabi, follow these guidelines:

Fill out and submit the online registration form. Keep in mind the age requirements and guidelines before enrolment and ensure all fields are duly filled. Scan the following documents to prepare soft copies for uploading:

• Copy of Passport with valid Residence Visa (both first and last page) 
• Copy of Emirates ID (Front and Back) 
• Six recent passport-size photographs
• Copy of attested Birth certificates
• Copy of Immunization records 
• Copy of Insurance card (Front and Back) 
• Copy of previous school records (if applicable)
• Copy of attested transfer certificate (if applicable)

For admissions from India, the transfer certificate needs to be attested by:

• The District Education Officer/CBSE Regional Office (The Transfer Certificate has to be verified by the Education Office/CBSE Regional Office of the Zone/District/Area, where the T.C. has been obtained).
• The Indian Consulate/Embassy (The seal and signature of the Education Officer/CBSE Regional Office has to be attested by the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi)
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UAE)

For admissions from other countries, the Transfer Certificate must be attested by:

• The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE consulate/embassy located in the country

For admissions from any other Emirate besides Abu Dhabi, the Transfer certificate must be attested by:

• The Ministry of Education over and above the attestation from the respective school

Parents must submit the following documents as well:

• Copy of Passports of Father and Mother (First and Last page) and Valid residence Visa
• Copy of Emirates ID (Front and Back)
• Copy of recent Electricity Bill

The soft copies of the documents above are due for registration. Upon admission, parents have to submit these documents to the school.

For more information, contact the school’s admissions office at +971-2-510-0811.

Parents must ensure that their child meets the following age placement criteria before enrollment.

This is based on the age of the students on 31st March (for schools beginning in April). Source: ADEK

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)

Mayoor Private School fee structure is as follows:

The above total annual fee also includes books and transportation charges for the entire academic year.

Al Mayoor Private School has a spacious dining facility that can accommodate 500 students. The cafeteria is well laid out, has a separate serving area and serves healthy snacks and drinks to students.

Mayoor Private School offers a bus transportation service for the safety and convenience of the students. The yearly transport charges are AED 4,500.

MPS organises camps and international during the spring, summer and winter holidays. Students can take part in various foreign exchange programs arranged by the school.

One such instance is the students’ visit to Prague for a Creativity Activity Service program. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn time management, communication and productivity skills. Students also visited the National Theatre of Music and the Prague Castle.

Another notable international visit was the students’ trip to France in 2018. Students have also visited the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the California Science Academy and attended a workshop at the Apple Headquarters in California, USA.

The school offers sports coaching to students as a part of its After-School Activities (ASA) programme. These coaching sessions aim towards building strength, stamina, agility, skills and sportsmanship. The coaching sessions are complemented by state-of-the-art sports facilities, including:

• Volleyball Court
• Soccer Field
• Basketball Court
• Swimming Pool
• Kids Pool
• Handball Court
• Badminton Court
• Table Tennis Court
• Tennis Court
• Chess Hall
• Play Area (for KG and Grade 1 students)
• Indoor Multipurpose Hall

Mayoor Private School has an extensive extracurricular activities program. The school organises competitions, assemblies and activities regularly. Students can participate in:

Besides, the school offers Music and Movement, Singing, Drama, Free Play, Sports Day, Cultural Day, Sand Play, Water Play, Festivals and more to students in kindergarten.

MPS regularly conducts field trips and excursions for the benefit of the students. These trips are an integral part of the curriculum and occur at least once a year for each grade level.

Kindergarten students visited the Emirates Park Zoo and Resort on one such occasion. Students from Grades 10 to 12 enjoyed a fun-filled day at IMG Worlds, Dubai.

The school also arranges international visits mentioned in detail in the holiday camps section.

MPS offers enriched afterschool activities to students. These include activities such as:

ASA also includes coaching in sports activities such as badminton, football, tennis, etc. The school’s transportation service operates to accommodate students who have opted for ASA. Buses will depart from the school at 04:00 pm to drop off students at designated points.

MPS has a medical clinic on campus called The Sick Bay. The medical facility is equipped to impart first aid in accidents and injuries. Throughout school hours, students are tended to by professional and well-trained school nurses.

MPS organises Parent Coffee Mornings every month to keep the parents informed and engaged in the school’s operations. It includes interactive sessions where the school’s faculty discusses upcoming events and new initiatives adopted by the school.

Mayoor Private School Abu Dhabi regularly updates the News section on their website to keep the parents up to date on the events and activities taking place on campus. Another method of ensuring open communication with parents is through the school’s Thursday Tweets, where the school shares its weekly update.

• Telephone: +971-2-510-0800
• Mobile: +971-56-274-9406
• Email Address: admin@mpsabudhabi.com
• Mayoor Private School Website
• Mayoor Private School Facebook

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Where is the school located?

The school is located in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, offering a calm and accessible learning environment.

What is the annual school fee?

Annual fees range from AED 23,190 to AED 31,271, depending on the grade level.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum, focused on academic rigor and holistic development.

Is the school co-educational?

Yes, it is a co-educational school, welcoming both boys and girls.

What grades does the school offer and how is it rated?

The school offers Pre KG to Grade 12 and holds a “Very Good” ADEK rating.