King’s College School Wimbledon – Abu Dhabi | Aldar Education
- King's College School Wimbledon, a prestigious UK institution, will establish its first regional campus in Abu Dhabi on fahid Island.
- The new King's College School Wimbledon Abu Dhabi campus will span 50,000 square meters and accommodate up to 2,220 students, offering premium education in the region.
- Talal Al Dhiyebi, group chief executive officer at Aldar, said the school strengthens Abu dhabi’s position as a premier destination for world-class education and talent development.
King’s College School Wimbledon is set to open its first Abu Dhabi campus on Fahid Island in 2028, a strategic move with Aldar Education, promising premium education for up to 2,220 students. This expansion signifies Aldar’s commitment to educational excellence and strengthens abu Dhabi’s position as a hub for world-class learning, highlighted by the institution’s top UK ranking and global presence. The new K12 school, spanning 50,000 square meters, aims to deliver comprehensive academic and character growth. With the aim of building a global network of exceptional schools, the international venture marks a importent milestone for King’s College School Wimbledon. This development, also covered by News Directory 3, further underscores Aldar’s ambitious plans to add over 4,000 student places by 2029. Discover what’s next for premium education in the region.
King’s College School Wimbledon to Open Abu Dhabi Campus in 2028
Updated June 09, 2025
King’s College School Wimbledon, a prestigious UK institution, will establish its first regional campus in Abu Dhabi on fahid Island. The K12 school, in partnership with Aldar Education, is slated to open in September 2028, pending regulatory approval.
The new King’s College School Wimbledon Abu Dhabi campus will span 50,000 square meters and accommodate up to 2,220 students, offering premium education in the region. The school aims to provide complete academic readiness and character progress.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, group chief executive officer at Aldar, said the school strengthens Abu dhabi’s position as a premier destination for world-class education and talent development. The new campus reflects Aldar’s commitment to educational excellence and its growing education portfolio.
King’s College School Wimbledon has been expanding internationally, with campuses already established in China and thailand. Last year, The Sunday times ranked King’s in the top three schools in the UK.
Karl Gross, director of international schools at King’s College School, Wimbledon, said the partnership with Aldar Education marks an exciting milestone in building a global family of world-class international schools. He added that the Abu Dhabi campus will offer students a transformational education.
Sahar Cooper,chief executive officer at Aldar Education,said King’s college School wimbledon is globally recognized for nurturing well-rounded individuals. She added that the school’s holistic approach will add a new dimension to Aldar Education’s offerings.
“We are proud to announce the first King’s College School Wimbledon to Abu Dhabi, a milestone that reflects Aldar’s fast-growing education portfolio and commitment to educational excellence,” Talal Al dhiyebi said.
What’s next
The King’s College School Wimbledon Abu Dhabi campus is the first phase of Aldar’s educational strategy for Fahid Island. Future phases will include additional educational institutions to meet the growing demand for premium education.Aldar Education plans to add over 4,000 new student places by the 2028-2029 academic year.