Independent Schools Show, Abu Dhabi 2026

Name: Independent Schools Show, Abu Dhabi 2026
Start: 2026-06-04
Location: African Lounge Abu Dhabi, Global Market Street - The Galleria

Jun

Date

4 Jun (Thursday)

Time

Thu, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

Venue

African Lounge Abu Dhabi, Global Market Street - The Galleria

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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The Independent Schools Show Abu Dhabi 2026 is scheduled for Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 17:00 to 20:00 at the African Lounge, Abu Dhabi. This exclusive evening event allows families to connect directly with admissions directors and heads from leading UK boarding schools and top-quality international schools in a relaxed setting.

While the full 2026 list often includes over 60 schools, confirmed or regular participants include:

Please note that an earlier session was also promoted for March 12, 2026, at the same venue; however, the June date is the primary upcoming event for the 2026 calendar year.

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Event Details

Participating Schools & Experts

Tickets & Registration

•Date & Time: Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 17:00 – 20:00.

•Location: African Lounge, Tasha's, Global Market Street, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi.

•Keynote: The evening typically begins at 17:15 with a keynote session guiding families through British boarding education, curricula differences, and university pathways.

•Purpose: Designed for families exploring educational pathways, particularly those interested in the UK's world-renowned boarding system or high-quality local international options.

•UK Schools: Benenden School, Charterhouse, Eton College, Fettes College, Gresham's School, Lomond School, Loretto School, and Wycombe Abbey.

•International/UAE Schools: Cognita Group of Schools, EF International Academy, and Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai.

•Experts: Education consultants from Bonas MacFarlane are on-site to provide personalized guidance.

•Family Ticket: Free (complimentary admission for two parents and their children, includes first-come, first-served seats at talks).

•Premium Ticket: Approximately £50 (includes a guaranteed seat and a private 20-minute consultation with an education expert).

•Registration: Tickets can be booked through the Official Schools Show Website or Eventbrite.

•Official Schools Show Website

•Details on specific schools attending to prepare questions for their admissions directors?

•Information on the consultation services included with the premium tickets?

•A comparison of British vs. International curricula to discuss during the keynote?

Updated at 22 Mar 2026