Honoring the past.
Educating for the future
Who we are
The Sheikh Zayed Private Academies bring together two Abu Dhabi schools — The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls (SZPAG) and The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Boys (SZPAB) — that combine an international, American-curriculum education with a strong Emirati identity.
Both academies teach from Pre-KG to Grade 12. Classes are co-educational up to Grade 3 and single-gender from Grade 4, and both have been rated Outstanding in the National Identity Mark evaluation.
SZPA Mission
SZPA Core Values
Seven commitments guide how we work towards our mission.
Strive for excellence in everything we do
Celebrate every student’s participation and achievement
Value and strengthen UAE national identity
Care for our community and our environment
Uphold Emirati culture and ethical values
Build respect, responsibility, belonging and care
Grow leadership and global citizenship
SZPA Guiding Principles
Our guiding principles stay constant even as goals and strategies evolve — they keep everyone clear on what matters most.
We share a responsibility to protect the Arabic language, Emirati culture and our national heritage.
Tomorrow’s leaders are lifelong learners: critical thinkers who are creative, globally aware and environmentally responsible.
Leaders at every level live our vision and mission and build them into their daily work.
Decisions start with the outcomes and well-being of our students, staff and wider community.
School Admission
Admissions are now open for the new academic year.
Choose a school below to see its enrollment steps, age requirements and fees, and to apply online.
