These core values, which run throughout the Brighton family of schools, ensure that your child not only gets the best academic education that they can, but develops them into global citizens with the skills and ability to lead the industries of tomorrow.
Our belief in holistic education provides a multitude of opportunities for your child to excel in the academic, creative and physical fields, and instils an understanding of service to both their local and global communities.
Whilst embracing the culture and identity of the region, we base our educational philosophy on the best of a British independent school education and on that of Brighton College UK – named by the Sunday times as the ‘School of the Decade’. We cater for boys and girls aged 3-18 and provide a seamless educational experience for the duration of their schooling years. The structure of the school provides continuity of educational philosophy and standards throughout their time with us, but with each phase (Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior) being distinctive enough to provide challenge, development and a sense of progression as they move through the school.
We are incredibly proud of our pupils and their achievements, and I very much look forward to welcoming you to the College, to experience their energy, purpose and sense of community.
Mr Barney Durrant
Head Master
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
One of the Top 10 Schools in the Middle East
2025
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Teaching Assistant/Support of the Year
Winner 2024
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
School Trip of the Year
Finalist 2024
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Best School in the UAE for Fine Art and Creative Studio
Finalist 2023
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Independent School of the Year for Student Wellbeing
Finalist 2023
Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Pre-Prep School of the Year
Finalist 2022
In 2024, Brighton College Abu Dhabi’s graduates achieved fantastic exam results, placing among the top 5 schools in Abu Dhabi:
Our eight-acre campus has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of every available space, offering state-of-the-art facilities to support both academic and extracurricular activities.
The campus features 116 spacious classrooms, along with a variety of specialist teaching and learning spaces. In addition to these academic resources, pupils benefit from outstanding sporting facilities, including a 25-metre shaded swimming pool and a separate toddlers’ pool. The campus also boasts a modern fitness suite, a long jump pit, and a full-size 4G astro pitch, ensuring that students have access to top-tier athletic opportunities.
Beyond academics and sports, the campus provides purpose-built playgrounds and outdoor learning environments equipped with innovative resources to enhance pupils’ experiences. Our Expressive and Creative Arts wing is a true highlight, featuring a 600-seat theatre, a large dance studio, a drama studio, and dedicated teaching spaces. The wing also houses four music classrooms, 12 instrumental practice rooms, a recording studio, two spacious art studios, a photography darkroom, and a cutting-edge design centre outfitted with modern product design equipment, including a laser printer.
For dining, pupils have access to the main Dining Room, which accommodates up to 280 people. The 'bistro' dining room serves healthy, child-friendly meals for our youngest children, while older pupils can enjoy two on-campus cafes offering salads, sandwiches, and drinks, ensuring a variety of nutritious dining options.
The best way to experience what life is like at Brighton College Abu Dhabi is to join us at an Open Morning, where you will have the chance to talk to pupils and teachers about what makes our school such a special place, and to answer any questions you have about life here.
