Stage 1
Pre-Registration
The application process begins with the parent/guardian completing the official application form and signing the Entry Requirements and Commitment documents. Once submitted to the Registrar's Office, our team will schedule a specific date for your child's placement assessments and interview.
Stage 2
Registration
Following successful completion of all placement requirements, the registration process commences. During this stage, parents/guardians must submit all required documentation to finalize enrollment.
For comprehensive information regarding registration procedures, fee structure, curriculum details, and additional school information, please consult the SAIS-Dubai Guide for 2023-2024.
2024-2025 SAIS-Dubai Fees Fact Sheets on KHDA Website:
Terms and Conditions of Payment:
Payment Schedule and Fees
1. All tuition fees must be settled on or before the specified due dates as defined in the payment plan.
2. The registration fee is deducted from tuition fees upon enrollment.
3. An early payment discount is available for full payment made before the commencement of Term One.
4. For post-dated cheques (PDC), amounts will be considered paid only after successful clearance and credit to the school's bank account.
5. A service charge of AED 500 will be applied for any cheques returned by the bank.
6. Parents/guardians will be billed for any damage to school property caused by their child.
7. The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable under all circumstances.
8. School books and uniforms are non-refundable items.
Refund Policy for Student Withdrawals
In accordance with the Ministry of Education decree:
1. Parents/guardians must provide 30 days' advance notice of student withdrawal and submit a formal refund request.
2. Withdrawal prior to the commencement of the academic year:
If initiated by the parent/guardian: The balance of the first term fee paid will be refunded; registration and admission fees remain non-refundable.
If initiated by the school: The amount corresponding to the first term fee paid is refunded, excluding the registration fee.
3. Withdrawal during the school term:
If a student attends any part of the first week or fails to attend without written notification one week before term commencement: The school retains the full registration or re-registration fee.
If a student attends two weeks or less in a term: The school will charge the equivalent of one full month of tuition fees.
If a student attends more than two weeks but less than one month: The school will charge the equivalent of two full months of tuition fees.
If a student attends more than one month in a term: The school will charge the full term fee.
One month's fee is calculated as one-tenth of the total annual school fees.
Disclaimer:
Please note that school fees for the upcoming academic year are subject to change in accordance with Article 51 of the Bylaw of Federal Law No. (28) of 1999 Concerning Private Education and applicable regulations.
Payment Methods
Cash
Current dated cheque
Post-dated cheques
Credit card (Visa or Mastercard)
Wire transfer
Please note:
Current dated or post-dated cheques will not be accepted for initial academic year payments unless submitted at least one month before the academic year commences.
Fees are considered paid only when credited to the school's bank account.
A student's registration is considered complete only after the first payment has been cleared, whether made in cash, by credit card, or wire transfer.
For wire transfers, all associated bank charges must be covered by the parent/guardian. Only the net amount received in the school's account will be credited against outstanding fees.
Consequences of Non-Payment
Consequences of Non-Payment
To send payment reminders via email, written notices, phone calls, SMS, and parent portal notifications to parents/guardians with outstanding payments.
To temporarily suspend students for up to three school days per term (consecutively or intermittently) after issuing three payment default notices.
To withhold the provision of learning resources, participation in extra-curricular activities and field trips, and access to school ICT networks, library, laboratories, and other facilities.
To withhold transfer certificates, grade reports, mark sheets, transcripts, and recommendation letters for any student with outstanding fees.
To pursue appropriate legal action and/or inform relevant authorities to recover outstanding fees.
To claim legal fees and associated costs incurred in the recovery of outstanding fees.
Admissions Policy
Sharjah American International School-Dubai (SAIS-Dubai) evaluates all applications for admission impartially, without regard to race, color, gender, disability, religion, or national origin.
The school maintains the discretion to assess each application based on individual merit. In accordance with Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) regulations, students with persistent behavioral concerns, despite substantial support and intervention, may not receive admission approval for subsequent academic years.
Priority consideration is extended to Students of Determination who have siblings currently enrolled at SAIS-Dubai.
For comprehensive information, please refer to the 2025 School Guide
Application Process and Timelines
SAIS-Dubai rigorously adheres to all KHDA admissions guidelines and regulations. We assure families that student enrollment decisions are based on transparent criteria and expectations, which our Registration Department is prepared to discuss in detail with parents and guardians.
All parents are required to sign a Parent-School Contract, which is annually reviewed and approved by the KHDA. We strongly encourage parents and guardians to review this contract thoroughly, as it contains essential information and guidelines for both students and families. A sample of the Parent-School Contract is available in the Admissions Policy section.
The registration process is typically completed within one week, barring exceptional circumstances (such as missing original documents or visa documentation). Please note that it is not possible to select specific teachers or class sections for your child. Student placement and class distribution are determined by school leadership based on multiple factors including gender balance, class size, and availability of support programs.
To initiate the admissions process for KG1-Grade 12, please contact or visit the Registration Office.
Required Documentation
When applying, please provide the following documents:
· Original Emirates ID cards (parents and child)
· Previous school academic records
· Parents' passport copies with visa pages
· Child's vaccination records
· Child's birth certificate
· Eight passport-sized photographs
· Child's passport with visa page
Admission Assessment
Prospective students undergo placement assessments in English and Mathematics as the initial step in the admissions process. Assessment results are evaluated by the relevant Head of School, Student Support Services Department, Vice Principal, or Principal.
Following the assessment, parents or guardians will be invited for an interview with their child. Upon approval for admission, the Registration Department will assist with all formal documentation, transportation options, educational materials, uniforms, and fee inquiries.
Early Childhood Admissions
For KG1 and KG2 admissions, the application period typically opens from mid to late February each academic year. For admission inquiries, parents may contact the school at 04 280 1111 to schedule an interview with the Director of Early Years and KG Supervisor.
Children are eligible for KG1 admission if they will be four years of age by December 31st. Following the interview, parents will be informed of the outcome and guided through the registration process if successful.
Our admissions team is dedicated to providing comprehensive assistance throughout the registration process, including arrangements for educational materials, uniforms, fees, and transportation.
Campus Tour
Prospective families and students are welcome to call the school on 04 280 1111 to arrange a school tour.
