Ras Al Khaimah is a family-friendly emirate with a fast-growing education scene. From British and American pathways to IB, SABIS, CBSE, and community schools, parents can find strong academics, supportive pastoral care, and plenty of extracurriculars. Below you’ll find a curated list of 20 international schools in RAK, followed by a focused mini-list of 5 British-curriculum options—all with brief descriptions plus address, website (no hyperlinks), and curriculum/features.

Choosing the Right School in RAK

Think about the curriculum that fits your child’s future plans (A-levels, IB, SAT/Advanced Placement, CBSE, or national boards), campus location (Khuzam, Al Dhait, Al Mamourah, Al Hamra, Seih Al Uraibi), and the school’s strengths—languages, STEM, arts, or sport.

Popular Curricula Offered

• British (IGCSE/A-Levels): Broad subject choice and university-friendly qualifications.

• American: Standards-based learning with credit transcripts; AP in higher grades at some schools.

• IB (PYP/MYP/DP): Inquiry-led, globally recognized.

• SABIS: Structured system with strong exam prep.

• CBSE / Kerala Board: Continuity for Indian curriculum learners.

• Pakistani (FBISE): Seamless transfer for students following Pakistan’s national board.

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International Schools in Ras Al Khaimah

 

1. RAK Academy – British School Khuzam (BSK)

• Address: Khuzam, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; IGCSE pathway, extensive extracurriculars

 

2. RAK Academy – International Primary Khuzam (IPK)

• Address: Khuzam, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: IB PYP; specialist subjects and learner agency

3. RAK Academy – International Secondary Khuzam (ISK)

• Address: Khuzam, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: IB MYP/DP and IGCSE blend; college counseling

4. RAK Academy – British School Al Hamra (BSA)

• Address: Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; IGCSE track, broad co-curriculars

5. RAK Academy – British School Al Rams (BSR)

• Address: Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; primary and middle years focus

6. GEMS Westminster School – Ras Al Khaimah

• Address: Seih Al Uraibi, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: gemswestminster-rak.com

• Curriculum / Features: British; IGCSE/AS/A-Level options

7. International School of Choueifat – Ras Al Khaimah

• Address: Al Dhait North, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: isc-rak.sabis.net

• Curriculum / Features: SABIS; strong math/science emphasis

8. Emirates National Schools – Ras Al Khaimah

• Address: Off Al Maarif Street, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: ens.sch.ae

• Curriculum / Features: American standards with IB options; STEM labs

9. The WellSpring Private School

• Address: 34B Street, Dafan Al Khor, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: tws-rak.org

• Curriculum / Features: American-style; PreK–12, holistic approach

10. Indian Public High School (IPHS)

 

• Address: Al Seer, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: iphsrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: CBSE; KG–Grade 12, wide co-curriculars

11. Scholars Indian School

• Address: 149 Al Shifa Street, Al Seer, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakscholars.com

• Curriculum / Features: CBSE; enrichment and Olympiad prep

12. Alpha Private School

• Address: Seih Al Uraibi, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: apsrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: CBSE; grades I–XII, English medium

13. Ideal English School

• Address: Al Mamourah, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: iesrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: CBSE; KG–Grade 10, co-educational

14. Indian School Ras Al Khaimah

• Address: Al Muntasir Road, Al Mamourah, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: indianschoolrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: CBSE; strong parent-school engagement

15. New Indian School

• Address: Al Mamourah, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: newindianschool.com

• Curriculum / Features: Kerala State Board (SSLC); community culture

16. Harvest Private School

• Address: Al Dhait South, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: harvestschool.ae

• Curriculum / Features: Cambridge/GCSE; KG–Grade 12

17. Pakistan Higher Secondary School – RAK

• Address: Seih Al Uraibi / Al Nakheel area, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: phssrak.sch.ae

• Curriculum / Features: Pakistani (FBISE); KG–Grade 12

18. Ras Al Khaimah American Academy (RAKAA)

• Address: Seih Al Uraibi, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakaa.sch.ae

• Curriculum / Features: American; project-based learning elements

19. St. Mary Private High School – Ras Al Khaimah

• Address: RAKEZ Academic Zone-FZ, Khalifa Bin Zayed City, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: stmaryschoolrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: British; EYFS to IGCSE/AS levels

20. Bangladesh Islamia School – RAK

• Address: Julfar (Rams Road), Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: Not available

• Curriculum / Features: Bangladeshi national curriculum; K–12

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British-Curriculum Schools in Ras Al Khaimah (5)

1. GEMS Westminster School – Ras Al Khaimah
   Large British school known for value and exam preparation.

• Address: Seih Al Uraibi, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: gemswestminster-rak.com

• Curriculum / Features: British; IGCSE/A-Level pathways

2. RAK Academy – British School Khuzam (BSK)
   Established British campus with strong academic tracking and sport.

• Address: Khuzam, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; IGCSE

3. RAK Academy – British School Al Hamra (BSA)
   Neighborhood British school with rich co-curricular options.

• Address: Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; primary–secondary continuum

4. RAK Academy – British School Al Rams (BSR)
   Community feel and outdoor learning opportunities near the coast.

• Address: Al Rams, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: rakacademy.org

• Curriculum / Features: British; primary and middle years

5. St. Mary Private High School – Ras Al Khaimah
   Value-driven British education with pastoral care and service.

• Address: RAKEZ Academic Zone-FZ, Khalifa Bin Zayed City, Ras Al Khaimah

• Website: stmaryschoolrak.com

• Curriculum / Features: British; EYFS to IGCSE/AS