American School of Creative Science Maliha (ASCS)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$6K – US$14K
Curriculum: American · UAE MoE
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~3,500
Location: Sharjah, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
American School of Creative Science Maliha is actually located in Sharjah, not Dubai, serving 4,250 students with American curriculum integrated with UAE Ministry requirements. With annual fees ranging from AED 21,500 to AED 46,000 and a 'Good' SPEA rating, it offers accessible American education in a faith-based environment under the BEAM educational network.
Operating since 2012 under Bukhatir Education Advancement & Management (BEAM), ASCS Maliha combines American curriculum standards with mandatory UAE Ministry subjects including Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies. The school emphasizes creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration while maintaining faith-based values throughout its educational approach. With 4,250 students and 542 staff members, it represents one of the larger American curriculum schools in the UAE, offering education from Pre-KG through Grade 12.
The Maliha Road campus in Sharjah provides modern facilities and technology to support its diverse student body from multiple nationalities. School hours run Monday to Thursday from 7:00 AM to 2:15 PM, accommodating the UAE's educational schedule. As part of the broader BEAM network managing over 8,800 students across multiple Creative Science Schools, ASCS Maliha benefits from established educational practices and shared resources developed over two decades of operation in the region.
What parents value
- –Affordable American curriculum education with fees from AED 21,500 to AED 46,000
- –Large, diverse school community with 4,250 students from multiple nationalities
- –Integration of American standards with UAE cultural and religious requirements
- –Part of established BEAM educational network with 20+ years of regional experience
- –Focus on creativity, critical thinking, and personalized learning approaches
- –Modern campus facilities and technology infrastructure
- –Convenient Monday-Thursday schedule aligned with UAE educational practices
Points of consideration
- –Located in Sharjah, not Dubai, which may affect commute times for Dubai-based families
- –Very large student population of 4,250 may limit individual attention opportunities
- –Good SPEA rating is lower than Outstanding ratings achieved by some peer schools
- –No IB or AP programmes available for students seeking international qualifications
- –Faith-based educational environment may not suit all family preferences
- –Limited public information about specific university placement outcomes
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | 3 | 6,222 |
| KG 1 | 3 | 6,222 |
| KG 2 | 4 | 6,222 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | 7,346 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 7,346 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 7,346 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 8,419 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 9,138 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 11,427 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 11,946 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 11,955 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 13,593 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 13,601 |
| Grade 11 | 16 | 13,748 |
| Grade 12 | 17 | 13,767 |
Fees converted from AED. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Deposit | 136 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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Student Body
Dubai's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from over 180 nationalities. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Mrs. Majd C. Hussain - Principal
Mrs. Majd C. Hussain is the pioneering Principal of the American School of Creative Science Maliha, bringing over three decades of experience in educational administration, leadership, and management across British and American curriculum schools in the United States, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.