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THE EXPAT’S GUIDE TOEDUCATION & SCHOOLS IN DUBAI

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INDEX PAGEIntroduction ................................................................................................................................................ 03Private Schools In Dubai ............................................................................................................................. 04Admissions And Enrolment ......................................................................................................................... 04Tuition And Fees ......................................................................................................................................... 05School Term And School Day ....................................................................................................................... 06Logistics: School Uniforms, Bus Services And Textbooks .............................................................................. 06Homeschooling ........................................................................................................................................... 07Nursery Schools .......................................................................................................................................... 07Tertiary Education ....................................................................................................................................... 07Tips For Choosing A School For Your Child ................................................................................................... 08The Experiential Element ............................................................................................................................ 08Curriculum .................................................................................................................................................. 08Teachers And Class Sizes .............................................................................................................................. 09Proximity .................................................................................................................................................... 09Nursery Schools .......................................................................................................................................... 10 AlphabetStreetNursery .......................................................................................................................... 10 BritishOrchardNursery ........................................................................................................................... 10 Children’sOasisNursery .......................................................................................................................... 11 EmiratesBritishNursery .......................................................................................................................... 11 EmeraldCityNursery ............................................................................................................................... 12 LittleLandNursery&MontessoriCentre ................................................................................................ 12 JebelAliNursery ..................................................................................................................................... 13 JumeirahInternationalNurserySchool ................................................................................................... 13 KangarooKidsNursery ............................................................................................................................ 14 KidsCottageNursery ............................................................................................................................... 14 KidsIslandNursery&CocoonNursery .................................................................................................... 15 SuperKidsNursery ................................................................................................................................... 16 WonderYearsNursery ............................................................................................................................. 16 YellowBrickRoadNursery ....................................................................................................................... 17Primary* And Secondary Schools ............................................................................................................... 18 AmericanSchoolofDubai ....................................................................................................................... 18 BradentonPreparatoryAcademy,Dubai ................................................................................................. 20 DeiraInternationalSchool ....................................................................................................................... 22 DubaiBritishSchool(Taaleem) ................................................................................................................ 24 DubaiCollege .......................................................................................................................................... 25 DubaiEnglishSpeakingSchool ................................................................................................................ 27 EmiratesInternationalSchool-Jumeirah(AlHabtoorGroup) ................................................................ 29 EnglishCollegeDubai .............................................................................................................................. 31 GEMSCambridgeInternationalSchool-Dubai ....................................................................................... 33 GEMSDubaiAmericanAcademy ............................................................................................................. 34 JumeirahCollege ..................................................................................................................................... 36 TheMillenniumSchool ........................................................................................................................... 38 GEMSRoyalDubaiSchool ....................................................................................................................... 40 TheWestminsterSchool ......................................................................................................................... 41 GEMSWellingtonInternationalSchool ................................................................................................... 43 TheWinchesterSchool ........................................................................................................................... 45 GEMSWorldAcademy,Dubai ................................................................................................................. 46 JumeirahEnglishSpeakingSchool(JESS-Jumeirah) ............................................................................... 48 RafflesInternationalSchool .................................................................................................................... 50 RegentInternationalSchool .................................................................................................................... 52 ReptonSchoolDubai .............................................................................................................................. 53

*NotethatmanyPrimaryschoolsalsohaveaKindergarten.


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INTRODUCTION

Dubaiisthesecondlargeststateor‘emirate’intheUnitedArabEmiratesafterAbuDhabi,butwasonceconsidereda

barrenlandscapeintheoil-richGulf.Thesedaysthecityisathrivingmetropolis,attractingthousandsofnewresidents

toitsshoreseachmonth.ForthelastdecadeexpatshavebeenmovingtoDubaiinlargenumbers,oftenluredbythe

promiseoftax-freewealthandluxuryliving.

Suchmassiveinternationalappealislargelyduetothevisionaryleadership

ofthecurrentruler,SheikhMohammedbinRashidAl-Maktoum,under

whosedirectionmanyoftheEmirate’sbestknownlandmarksandprojects

havebeenconstructed.Inaprogressiveaction,expatscannowbothbuy

propertyandownlandinDubai,alegalrightotherwiselimitedinmost

otherpartsoftheMiddleEastthatcertainlyservestoenticeinternational

investment.

ThereareanumberofinternationalschoolsinDubaithatcatertothe

largeexpatcommunitythatnowcallstheemiratehome.Manyfollowthe

EnglishschoolsystemandofferKS,GCSEandALevelcurricula,whileothers

followtheUS,IndianorUAEpublicschoolsyllabus.Thereisalocalsyllabus

requirementevenforinternationalschoolsintheUAE,soexpatkidswill

studyArabicandinsomecasestheIslamicreligionandUAEsocialstudies.

Forthemostpart,schoolsinDubaiadheretohighstandards,soexpatsmust

considerwhatkindoflearningenvironmentwillbestbenefittheirchildand

whatprioritiestheyhaveinchoosinganinstitution.

Schoolfeeshaveseenasharpriseinthelastthreeyears–somuchsothatmanyexpatparentsarenowchoosingto

homeschooltheirchildrenorsendthembacktotheirhomecountrytogainaneducation.TheBritish,Americanand

InternationalBaccalaureateschoolstendtobethemostexpensive,withthemostexorbitantfeespeakingatover

150,000dirhamsayear.Expatpackageswithschoolallowancesarelesscommonthantheyusedtobe,somakesure

yoursalaryislargeenoughtocovercosts.Forthoseongoodsalariesorwitheducationallowancesthereisnoshortage

ofschoolstochoosefrom.Thatsaid,theonechallengethatyouwilllikelyhavethemostdifficultyovercomingis

securingaspotforyourlittleoneintheschoolofyourchoice.

CurrentlysomeofthemostpopularchoicesforexpatprimaryeducationincludetheDubaiEnglishSpeakingSchool

andtheJumeirahEnglishSpeakingSchool,whileWellingtonInternationalSchooltopsthelistofsecondaryschools.

Forthoseexpatswithkidsintendingtostudyattertiarylevel,thereareseveralinternationaluniversitieswhohave

campusesinDubaiofferingdegree-levelstudies.

TheExpatArrivalsSchoolsGuideforDubaiisintendedtoshedsomelightonthemysteryoftheschoolsystemandto

giveyoutheall-importantinsightyouneedtomakeyourtransitionabroadassmoothandseamlessaspossible.

No matter where you’re moving,

few tasks can feel more daunting

than selecting the best place for

your student to continue their

education, and the questions can

feel endless: What curriculum

is best? Will my child get the

attention he needs? Will she be able

to integrate back into our home

system? Will he be best prepared

for college entrance exams? Will

she be safe? Can I afford it? Will

he make friends easily? Will she

overcome the language barrier?

And more.


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PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN ABU DHABI

Expatparentswillfindtheyhavesomeexcellenteducationoptionsfortheirchildwhileabroad,aslongastheygetin

early.

Thereareover130privateschoolsadheringtoatleastoneof13differentcurriculainDubai–slightlylessthanmore

family-friendlyAbuDhabi.Suchanintimidatingrangeofoptionscaterstoamushroomingexpatcommunitythathas

limitedaccesstothepublicschoolsystem.

Thequalityoffacilities,theteachingstyleandphilosophy,thecurriculum,thedemographicsandtheteaching

languagevaryimmenselyfromoneschooltoanother;andwhilemostexpatparentswillchooseaninstitutionthat

mirrorsthecharacteristicsfoundintheirhomecountryschools,it’snonethelessimportanttoconductafairamountof

researchbeforehand.

WhileitwouldbeimpossibletosaythatallprivateschoolsinDubaiadheretoaspecificstandard,itwouldnotbe

unfairtosaythatcertainpremiumschoolsintheemirateofferabrandofeducationthatcanlandstudentsattop-level

universitiesanywhereintheworld.

Althoughnostandardisedtestresultsallowparentstocompareandcontrastthequalityofaschool,theDubaiSchools

InspectionBureau,underauthorityoftheDubaiKnowledgeandHumanDevelopmentAuthority(KHDA),ischarged

withevaluatingallschoolsandwithincreasingstudentaccesstohighqualityprivateeducationintheemirate.Justless

thanhalfofschoolsrated‘good’or‘outstanding’bytheInspectionBureauin2010/2011wereprivateschools.

School-goingageforchildreninDubaistartsatthree,goingonfour;however,schoolsusuallyalsoacceptfirstyear

applicationsforkidswhoarefour,goingonfive.StudentsfinishtheirfinalyearofschoolinDubaiat18,atwhichpoint

theycanopttoapplytotertiaryinstitutions.

ADMISSIONS AND ENROLMENT

Evenafteryou’vegonetogreatlengthstonarrowdownthefewinstitutions

thatyoufeelwouldbeworthyofyourchild,Dubaiisinfamousforseat

shortagesandwaitinglists.Insometopschoolsthewaitinglistisashighas

1,000students,whileatotherskindergartenseatsarebookedforthenext

fouryears.Itisnotuncommonfortopschoolstoadviseparentstoplace

childrenonwaitinglistsbeforethey’reevenborn.

SchooladmissionsgenerallyopeninJanuary,andphysicalsign-updays

areusuallyhostedinthefirstweekofFebruary–althoughthedateswill

naturallyvarydependingontheinstitution.Rumourshaveitthatinsome

casesqueueshaveevenstartedthedaybeforeadmissionopens,but

regardlessofwhetherthere’struthtothisstatement,plantogetinlineas

earlyaspossible.

In the last three years more schools

have been built, but seat scarcity

is still a common complaint of

most new arrivals, especially for

those trying to find a place for a

student between the ages of three

and six. We advise that parents

make any and all attempts to

settle the school situation first and

foremost, preferably well before

the move.


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Forthemostpart,schoolsmakeitstraightforwardforparentstofindoutwhenandhowtheyneedtoapply.It’s

merelyamatterofconsultingtherespectivewebsite,orifinneedofmoreinformation,ofdirectlycontactingthe

admissionssecretary.

Whenitcomestoenrolment,someschoolsareveryselective,whileothersarenot.Someschoolsgivepreferenceto

studentsofaparticularnationality,somerequirethatstudentspassanentranceexam,andinothercases,employing

companiesmayevenreservespacesincertainschoolsinadvance.

Ingeneralthough,you’llwanttomakesureyouhavethefollowingdocumentsonhandinordertoapplyforadmission

totheschoolofyourchoice:

• Eightrecentpassport-sizedphotographs

• Copyofyourchild’spassportandUAEvisa

• Copyofbothparents’passportsandUAEvisas(ifvisashaveyettobegranted,aletterfromyour

employerstatingtheyarebeingprocessed)

• Originalandcopyofyourchild’sbirthcertificate

• Originalsandcopiesofyourchild’sreportcardsfromtheircurrentschoolfortheircurrentschoolyear

• Originalsandcopiesofyourchild’sreportcardsfromtheprevioustwoyears

• Immunisationrecordsandmedicalhistory

• Anoriginalreferenceletterfromyourchild’scurrentschooladvisingoftheiracademicperformanceand

behaviour,completewithschoolstampandofficialsignature

• Anoriginaltransfercertificate(tobecompletedbythechild’scurrentschool)includingdateof

enrolment,yearofplacement,datethechildlefttheschool,theschoolstampandanofficialsignature.

Notethatifthestudent’scurrentschoolisnotintheUSA,Europe,Canada,AustraliaortheUAE,thetransfercertificate

andmostrecentreportwillneedtobeattestedbytheMinistryofEducation,MinistryofForeignAffairsandUAE

embassyinthatcountry.

Someschoolsonlygrantadmissionduringthedesignatedperiod,whileothershaverollingadmissionspolicies–

grantingentrancewheneverspacebecomesavailablethroughouttheyear.So,evenifyoucan’tinitiallyfindaseatfor

yourchildinyourpreferredschool,keeppositive.Afterall,Dubaiisanincrediblytransientplace,andspotscanopen

upjustasquicklyastheycanclose.

Thatsaid,it’scrucialthatexpatsapplytomorethanoneschoolsothattheirchildatleasthasaseatsomewhereatthe

startoftheyear,evenifitmeanslosingmoneytoadmissionsfees.

Expatswhofindthemselvesinabind,wheretheyhavetomakethemovetotheemiratewithnoslotfortheirstudent,

shouldkeepinconstantcontactwithschooladministrators–youneverknowwhenafamilyhastorepatriateatthe

dropofahat.Also,theyshouldputthewordoutonexpatforumsandnetworksandutiliseanycompanycontactsthat

canfacilitatetheprocess.

TUITION AND FEES

AnnualtuitionforaprivateschoolinDubaiisexpensive.Costswillvaryfromoneinstitutiontothenext,andtendto

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Additionally,parentsareusuallyrequiredtopayanenrolmentfee(usuallynomorethan3,000AED),partofwhichis

usuallyrefundable.Don’tforgetyou’llalsoneedtoforkoutforsupplementarymateriallikeuniforms,thebusservice,

stationeryandtextbooks.

It’sessentialyoufactorinallcostsinyourannualbudget,especiallyasmore

andmoreoftentheconceptofa‘lucrativeexpatpackage’isbecominga

thingofthepast.Somecompaniesstillprovideaneducationallowancefor

familieswithkids,andotherswillgrantagenerallivingallowancethat’s

inflatedtocoverschoolexpenses,butmanycompanieswillnot–inwhich

caseyourbasicsalarywillneedtobelargeenoughtocoverthecosts.Don’t

beafraidtofightforthisallowance,however.Theworstyouremployercan

doissay‘no’.

Privateschoolsusuallyrequirepaymentininstalmentsbeforethebeginningofeachschoolterm,althoughitcan

happenthattheyear’sfeeswillneedtobepaidupfront.

SCHOOL TERM AND SCHOOL DAY

Startingin2011,allschoolsinDubaiwereorderedtocomplywithauniformschoolcalendar,madeupofthree

terms.Forthe2012/2013schoolyearthesewillbe:

• FromSeptember9toDecember16

• FromJanuary3toMarch31

• FromApril14toJuly7

Thankfully,thischangestillleavesagapforthoseexpatswholiketoescapetheemirateintheheatofsummer

(August),andthoseaccustomedtotimeoffattheendoftheyear.

Mostschoolshaveon-sitecafeteriaswherestudentscaneatlunchbroughtfromhome,orwheretheycan

purchaseacookedmealincash.Studentsaregenerallynotallowedtoleaveschoolpremisesduringthis

time.Arabicisarequiredcourseatallschools,thoughusuallystudentsaremerelyrequiredtoachievebasic

proficiency.

LOGISTICS:SCHOOL UNIFORMS, BUS SERVICES AND TEXTBOOKS

Eveniftheschoolyou’veselectedforyourchildupholdsthesamecurriculum,teachinglanguageandphilosophyof

educationthatfoundinyourhomecountry,chancesaretherewillbeafewnuancesthatwilltakesomegettingused

to.Forone,allschoolsinDubairequirestudentstowearuniforms,whichareusuallyavailableforpurchaseataschool

shoporatcertaindesignatedschooluniformstores.Manyschoolsfrownuponunhealthysnacksandsomewon’tallow

fizzydrinksorsweetsontothecampusatall.

Additionally,parentsmayneedtopurchasesomeofthematerialsthatarenoteasilycomebyintheUAE,butwhich

In general, the British, American

and International Baccalaureate

schools tend to be the most

expensive, with the most exorbitant

fees peaking at over 150,000 AED

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arenecessaryforthechild’seducation.

Finally,someschoolsmayofferabusserviceatanextracharge,whilemanywillnot–leavingexpatmumsanddadsto

maketheirwaythroughtheheavytraffic,congestionandpoordrivingpracticestotheschoolparkinglotdaily.

HOMESCHOOLING

ThoughuntilrecentlyhomeschoolingwasvirtuallyunheardofintheMiddleEast,Dubaiincluded,thereisanetworkof

parentsinthecitywhohavedecidedtoeducatetheirchildrenathomewiththehelpofonlineacademicsystemsand

supportgroups.

Thatsaid,homeschoolingshouldnotbeseenasanalternativeforparentsstilltryingtogainadmissionfortheir

childrenintotheschooloftheirchoice.TheMinistryofEducation’sstanceonhomeschoolingstillvacillates,andin

somecasesthebodywillrecogniseachild’stimeschooledathome,andinothercasestheywon’t–meaningthatkids

oftenneedtorepeatgradesiftheyofficiallyenrolinaUAEprivateschool.

ParentsconsideringhomeschoolingtheirchildinDubaishouldcarefullyweightheprosandconsoftheirdecision,and

shouldconsultwiththeDubaiandNorthernEmiratesHomeschoolAssociation(uaehomeschool.wordpress.com),an

organisationcreatedtooffersupportandadviceforparentswhochoosenottoeducatetheirchildrenconventionally

intheemirate.

NURSERY SCHOOLS

Expatparentswithlittleonestooyoungtostartprimaryschoolorkindergartenwillfindplentyofoptionsfornursery

schoolsinDubai(there’sevenacoupleofMontessorinurseryschools),butbepreparedtopayalmostasmuchforthe

morepopularnurseriesasyouwouldforaregularschool.

Nurseriesacceptchildrenfromasyoungasthreemonthstoasoldasfiveyears.Checkwiththeindividualinstitutions,

aseachwillhaveitsownagerequirements.Generally,mostwillopenforfourtofivehoursinthemorningandcloseat

lunchtime.However,manynurseriesallowyoutochoosehowmanydaysyourchildwillstayattheinstitution,allow

earlydrop-offs,providelunches,orhaveoptionalafternoonprogrammesforworkingparents.Again,you’llneedto

checkwiththeindividualschools.

Alternatively,ifyoudodecidetokeepyourlittleonesathomewithyou,beawarethatmostoftheplaygroupsare

moresuitedtoyoungertoddlers.Thereareplentyofotherparentsinthesameboat,however,andmanyactivitiesyou

canenjoytogether.Aparent-runplaygroupisagoodwaytomakefriendsandensureyourchildisoccupied.

TERTIARY EDUCATION

Expatsarecertainlyentitledtoapplytoandpaytoattendoneoftheseveraltertiaryinstitutionsintheemirate.Usually

expatparentsopttosendtheirkidsbackhomewhenthey’vefinishedschool,butagrowingnumberarechoosingto

sendthemtoinstitutionsinDubai.Thereisagrowingnumberofcollegesanduniversitiesofferingforeign-accredited


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coursesinthearts,technology,engineering,sciences,businessandmanagement.ThenewlybuiltDubaiInternational

Citycomplexhosts27academicinstitutions,morethanhalfofthetotalavailableintheUAE,whichcombinedoffer

over300programmes(www.diacedu.ae).Thesmaller,moreestablishedDubaiKnowledgeVillage(www.kv.ae)inthe

heartofNewDubaialsohousesanumberoftertiaryinstitutions.

TherehasbeenanincreaseddemandfordedicatedbusinessschoolsofferingMBAsandothercoursesaimedat

professionals,includingexpatprofessionals.SeveralLondon-basedinstitutionshaveMBAprogrammesinDubai,

includingtheLondonBusinessSchool(www.london.edu)andtheWarwickBusinessSchool(www.wbs.ac.uk),in

additiontomanyDubai-basedschoolsliketheCBLDubaiBusinessSchool(www.dubai-business-school.com).

Forthoselookingtobuildabasicskillsetonasmallbudget,you’llbegladtohearthatinDecember2011theUAE

governmentannouncedplanstoset-upachainoflow-costcommunitycollegesthatcatersspecificallyforforeign

nationals.TheagreementwasengineeredbyaregionalgovernmentinIndia,buttheschoolwillbeopentoall

nationalities.

TIPS FOR CHOOSING A SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD

Whetheryou’reaseasonedexpatwho’shadtosiftthroughcountlessschoolchoices,oryou’reafirst-timeassignee

who’sneverhadtodomorethanpackyourchild’slunchandmakesuretheyboardthebuswithoutanyproblems,it’s

alwaysagoodideatothinkaboutsomekeyprincipleswhenmakingdecisionsaboutyourstudent’seducation.

Untilrecently,thepublicsysteminDubaiwasnotanoption,soyoucouldeliminatethatvariablefromtheequation.

Thereisavastassortmentofchoicewhenitcomestothingslikecurriculum,teachingphilosophy,extracurricular

preferencesandgeneralexperienceinprivateschools.Wefindit’shelpfultokeepthefollowinginmindwhendoing

yourpreliminaryresearch.

THE EXPERIENTIAL ELEMENT

Thisisnottypicallythefirstthingonanexpatparent’smind,butnonetheless,it’sanimportantelementthat’sworth

someseriousconsideration.Relocationcanbechallengingforstudents,andit’snotstrangetobeaskingyourself,

“HaveIjustruinedbychild’slife?”

It’sanormalanxietythatmanyexpatparentsdealwith,andobviouslythebestwaytodobattleagainstitistothink

carefullyaboutyourchild’spreparednessforanewschoolcontextandyourchild’sabilitytoenjoy,succeedandgrow.

Anythingradicallydifferentfromachild’spreviousexperiencemustbeconsideredwithgreatcare.Evaluateyourchild’s

needs,andtrytofindaschoolinDubaithatbestalignswithhisorherpriorities.Ifyourchildhasspecialneeds,make

suretheschoolcanmeetthem;andifyourchildhasacertaininterest,makesuretheschoolofferscoursesoractivities

thatwilldrawoutandfosterthisinterest.

CURRICULUM

Thispointiscentraltothedecision-makingprocess,especiallyifyouhavekidsinsecondaryschoolapproachingthe


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timewhenthecollegeapplicationprocessbegins.

Mostexpatparentstendtochooseacurriculumthatalignswiththatoftheirhomecountry,butnonetheless,you’ll

wanttomakesurethecurriculumischallengingenoughforyourstudent.Forthosewitholderkids,findoutwhat

standardisedtestthecurriculumisgearedtoward,andfindoutwhatdiplomasaregrantedupongraduation.It’sworth

notingthattheInternationalBaccalaureatecurriculumisacceptedinmanycountries.

Besidesthesefundamentals,you’llalsowanttohaveacloselookatthekindsofextra-curricularoptionsaschool

offers.Doestheinstitutionhavegoodsportsprogrammes,doesitencouragekidstopartakeincommunityactivities,

doesitofferartandmusiccourses,andarethereclubsthatallowstudentstodevelopcertainskills,likeleadershipand

debate?

TEACHERS AND CLASS SIZES

Aschoolisonlyasgoodastheteacherswithinit,andarguably,thedeterminingfactorthatinfluencesachild’s

educationanddevelopmentisagoodinstructor.Thoughitcanseem“impossible”tofindouthow“good”ateacher

maybe,therearesomebasicquestionsthatparentscanasktodrawsomegeneralconclusions.Findoutiftheschool

requiresteacherstohaveanycertificationsoradvanceddegrees,findoutiftheschoolencouragesemployeestotake

partinprofessionaldevelopmentcourses,findoutaboutaverageteacherturnover,andaboveallelse,findoutabout

averageclasssize.Eventhebestteacherscanbecomeswallowedbyagiantseaofeagerstudents.Lastly,visitthe

schoolandmeettheteachers.Aretheyfriendly?Enthusiastic?Knowledgeableaboutthecurriculumandconfident

abouttheschool?

PROXIMITY

It’sessentialforexpatparentstoconsidergeographicproximityandtraveltimetoandfromschool.Thoughtrafficand

congestionaren’tnearlyasthickandhardtohandleasindestinationslikeBangkokandBeijing,theystillexist,and

there’snothingworsethanalongcommutewithlittleonesinthebackseat.

DubaiisconsideredthemostcongestedcityintheMiddleEast,andit’snotunusualforprofessionalstospendhours

everydaycommutingtoandfromwork.Furthermore,DubaidriversarenotoriousforemulatingFormulaOneracers,

evenwhengoingthroughroundabouts.Thickfogcanregularlycreate15-carpile-upsonthefreeway,andavoiding

suchroutesandspendingaslittletimebehindthewheelaspossiblecanreducetonsoftension.

Iflivingfarawayfromyourchosenschoolisunavoidable,it’simportanttomakesuretheschoolhasabustransport

systemwithroutespastyourresidence.Rememberthatthesebusesusuallycostextra.


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NURSERY SCHOOLS

ALPHABET STREET NURSERY

Address UmSuqeim2,AlManaraStr.Road8AVilla11P.O.Box75460,Dubai,UAE

Website www.alphabetstreetnursery.com

Email [email protected]

Telephone (+971)43485991/9488

Fax (+971)43485992

Gender Co-educational

TeachingLanguage English

SchoolHours 8am-1.30pm/3pm/5.30pm3-5daysaweekdependingonindividualneeds.Earlymorningdrop-offavailable.

AlphabetNurseryisdividedintothreeagegroups,includingToddlers(14months-2years),Nursery(2-3years)and

Foundation(3-4+years),eachwithage-appropriateclassroomsthatpromotechildren’screativeinteractionwith

theirsurroundingsandteachers.ThisisatrulyinternationalnurserywhichembracesamixofMontessoriandEarly

Years(British)curriculumeducationprogrammestoencouragepositive,stimulatinggrowthanddevelopment,free

expressionandhealthycommunicationskills.AllstaffmembersarequalifiedinFirstAid.Thereisalsoaschoolbuswith

well-trained,responsiblestaff.Parentsareencouragedtovisitthenurseryatanytime.

BRITISH ORCHARD NURSERY

Address Street6B,Jumeirah

Website www.britishorchardnursery.com

Email [email protected]@britishorchardnursery.com

Telephone (+971)43953570

Fax (+971)43953540



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pm,Earlydrop-off,7.30amAfter-schoolclubuntil5pm

TheBritishOrchardNurseryisrunbyUK-educatedstaffandisawell-equippedfacilitycompletewithsandpit,baby

ballroom,musicandmovementroom,library,swimmingpool,indoorandoutdoorplayareas,themedclassrooms,


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andevenagymandfitnesscentre.There’salsoaCCTVtoallowparentstobepartoftheirlittleones’schoolday

fromhome.Childrenaredividedintofiveagegroupsfrom6monthsto4years,withclassesbasedontheEnglish

curriculum’sFoundationStage.Activitiesarebasedontheunderstandingthatkidslearnthroughplay,sotheschool

dayisfunandmulti-modal.

CHILDREN’S OASIS NURSERY

Address POBox51952,Dubai,UAE

Website www.childrensoasisnursery.com


Telephone (+971)43488981

Fax (+971)43488982



SchoolHours 8am-5pmPart-timeoptionsavailable

Children’sOasisNurseryopenedin2002inUmmSuqeim,withtwoadditionalbranchesnowopeninBurjDubaiand

PalmJumeirah.Theschoolacceptschildrenfrom3monthsupto4yearsold.Childrenaredividedintofourage-specific

agegroups.Theschoolaimstoencouragechildrentobelieveinthemselvesandgrowintoconfident,caringindividuals.

Dailyactivitiesareaimedatstimulatingeachchild’sphysical,emotional,socialandintellectualgrowthwhileremaining

funandexciting.

EMIRATES BRITISH NURSERY


Website www.emiratesbritishnursery.com

Email [email protected][email protected][email protected]

Telephone (+971)42889222UmmSequim:(+971)43489996

Fax (+971)42886911UmmSequim:(+971)43489990



SchoolHours 8am-12.30After-schoolprogrammeuntil3pm


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TheEmiratesBritishNurseryisapopularnurseryforchildrenaged3monthsto3+years,withseparatebranches

inMirdifandUmmSequim.TheschoolfollowstheBritishcurriculum’sEarlyYearsprogrammeandaimstoprovide

aholisticapproachtoteachingandlearningwhereeachchild’stalentsandpotentialarerecognisedandnurtured.

Teachingstaffaremulti-lingualandthereisanin-housenurse.Childrenaredividedintofourthemedage-specific

groups,eachwithitsownlearningareaandage-specificequipmentandfacilities.

EMERALD CITY NURSERY

Address P.O.Box120724,Dubai,UAE

Website www.emeraldcitynursery.com


Telephone (+971)43490848

Fax (+971)43490849


TeachingLanguage EnglishandArabic

SchoolHours 7am-3pm

After-schooloptionsuntil6pm

ThispopularnurseryintheJumeirah2areaispartoftheBeautifulMindNurseriesgroup,whichhasfourother

nurseriesinDubai.ThecurriculumisacombinationoftheBritishEarlyYearsFoundationStage,theNewZealandEarly

LearningprogrammeandMontessoriteachingmethods.Theschoolacceptschildrenfrom2monthsto4yearsold.

TeachersarealltrainedinFirstAidandarehighlyqualified.ThereisalsoaCCTVforparentstomonitortheirlittleones

fromhome.

LITTLE LAND NURSERY & MONTESSORI CENTRE


Website www.littlelandnursery.com


Telephone (+971)43944471

Fax (+971)43944320



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pmEarlydropofffrom7.30amLateclassuntil2pm,2-5daysaweek


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Establishedin1994,LittleLandiscentrallysituatedonJumeirahRoadneartheDubaiMunicipalitybuilding.Theschool

hasthreeNurseryschoolclassesforchildrenfrom14monthsold,andthreeMontessoriclassesforchildrenfrom2½

yearsoldto4yearsold.Theownerandnurseryco-ordinatorarebothqualifiednursesandallteachersholdpre-school

teachingqualifications.Facilitiesincludeasandpit,waterplayarea,shadedplayareas,andawideselectionoftoys

andmaterials.

JEBEL ALI NURSERY


Website www.jebelalinursery.com


Telephone (+971)43486720

Fax (+971)44249790



SchoolHours 8am-12pmAfter-schooloptionsavailableuntil5pm

TheJebelAliNurseryGroupwasestablishedin1976,makingitoneoftheoldestBritishNurseriesinDubaiandwell-

lovedbyexpatparents.Theschoolpridesitselfonbeingafriendlyfamilynurserywithgoodfacilitiesandbeautiful

settings–withbranchesinMarinaVillage,MeadowsVillage,UmmSequeim,DubaiHealthcareCity,LakesVillage

andArabianRanchesVillage.ThroughtheBritishEarlyYearscurriculum,theschoolaimstoallowchildrentogrowin

knowledgeandconfidenceandtofulfiltheirpotential.

JUMEIRAH INTERNATIONAL NURSERY SCHOOL


Website www.jinspire.com

Email [email protected]@jinspire.com

Telephone (+971)43945567

Fax (+971)43946222



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pmEarlydrop-offfrom7.30amAfter-schoolprogrammeuntil5pm


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AttheJumeirahInternationalNurserySchool,teachingisbasedontheBritishEarlyYearsFoundationStageofthe

EnglishNationalCurriculum.Theschoolacceptschildrenasyoungas6weeksto4yearsoldandtherearefourage-

specificgroups.Theschool’sexcellentfacilitiesarecustom-designedtobestimulatingandfunforyoungchildrenand

includebrightclassrooms,abiketrack,awaterplayarea,softballpitandalibrary.Thereisalsoatransportsystem

availableforchildrenupwardsof3yearsold.

KANGAROO KIDS NURSERY

Address Residences1,Tower4,LowerGroundfloor(BehindSpineys&BootsPharmacy),Villa#49,21stStreet,UmmSuqeim1,Dubai,UAE

Website www.kangarookids.ae


Telephone BurjDubai:(+971)44205250UmmSuqeim:(+971)43955518

Fax BurjDubai:(+971)44205251UmmSuqeim:(+971)43944799



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pm/2.30pm/5pm

3-5daysaweek

WithbranchesinBurjDubaiandUmmSuqeim,KangarooKidsNurseryfocusesoncustomisedlearningtofulfileach

child’spotential,recognisingthateachchildisunique.Thecurriculumisbasedontheknowledgethatchildrenlearn

throughplay,socialinteractionandhands-onactivities,includingfieldtrips,gamesandsongs.Thenurserycampuses

arewellequippedwithstimulatingclassrooms,shadedareas,alibrarywithcomputers,indoorgym,heatedswimming

poolandaCCTVsoparentscanwatchtheirlittleonesfromhome.

KIDS COTTAGE NURSERY


Website www.kidscottagenursery.com


Telephone (+971)43942145

Fax (+971)43942145



SchoolHours Earlydropofffrom7.30amAfter-schooluntil4pm


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KidsCottageNurseryacceptschildrenfrom2monthsto4yearsold.Theschool’seducationalapproachisbasedon

theEarlyYearsFoundationStage,developedtofosterindependence,confidence,self-esteemandaloveforlearning.

Theschool’sexperiencedandwell-trainedteachersprovideafun,stimulatingenvironmentwhereart,musicand

movementareintegratedintothedailyroutine.Theschoolisaspacious,custom-designedfacilityintheheartof

Jumeirah,withseparate,well-litandwell-equippedclassrooms,aphysicaleducationroomandalargeoutdoorplay

areawithAstroturf,grassandasandpit.

KIDS ISLAND NURSERY& COCOON NURSERY


Website www.kidsislandnursery.comwww.cocoonnursery.com


Telephone (+971)43942578

Fax (+971)43942579



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pm

Earlydropofffrom7:30am

After-schooluntil2:15pm

2-5daysaweek

TheschoolfollowstheEarlyYearsFoundationStageprogrammeoftheBritishcurriculumandacceptschildrenfrom

9monthstill4yearsold.Kid’sIslandSchoolandit’ssisterschool,CocoonNursery,areonseparatecampusesbut

bothareinwalkingdistanceofeachotherinDubai’sUmmSuqeimarea.Thecampusesarecustom-built,brightand

spaciousandincludeagym,outdoorplayareas,activityroom,libraryandplayrooms.Theschoolalsohostsfunholiday

campsduringvacations,whichfollowthesamescheduleastheschoolterm.


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SUPERKIDS NURSERY


Website www.superkidsnursery.com


Telephone (+971)42881949

Fax (+971)42881959



SchoolHours Earlydropofffrom7.30After-schoolclassuntil5pm

SuperKidsNurseryinMirdifaimstoprovideacomfortable“homefromhome”forlittleones.Theschool’sapproach

offersabalancebetweenartisticandpracticalactivitiestoencouragerapidearlydevelopmentandhelpchildren

overcomeanydisadvantage,basedintheFoundationStageoftheEnglishcurriculum.Theschoolhasfivebright

classroomsintowhichchildrenaredividedbyage,from11monthupwardsto4yearsold.Theoutdoorplayareais

wellequippedwithplayhouses,awaterplayarea,slidesandbicycles.Thereisalsoagymandamusicroom.Thereis

alsoatransportsystemandoptionalhotlunches.

WONDER YEARS NURSERY


Website www.wonderyearsnursery.com


Telephone (+971)567449930



SchoolHours 8am-2pmEarlydrop-offfrom7.30amAfternoonclubtill6pm

WonderYearsNurseryfollowstheBritishEarlyYearscurriculumandacceptschildrenfrom18monthsuptothree

yearsold.Theschoolhasabrand-new,purpose-builtfacilityinDubaiSportsCitythatprovidesanatural,stimulating

environmenttoallowchildrentoexploretheworldaroundthem,bothindoorsandoutdoors,attheirownpace.The

school’sapproachisplay-centredandthematic,andseekstounlockthechild’spotentialbystimulatingallfivesenses.


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YELLOW BRICK ROAD NURSERY


Website www.yellowbrickroad.ws


Telephone (+971)42828290

Fax (+971)42828214



SchoolHours 8am-12.30pmEarlydropofffrom7.30amAfter-schooluntil5pm

YellowBrickRoadNurseryisaverypopularnurseryinAlGarhoudthatopenedin2001.Theschoolacceptschildren

from2monthstill4yearsoldandcombinestheEarlyYearsFoundationStageprogrammeoftheBritishcurriculum

withtheNewZealandcurriculum,asdoesitssisterschool,EmeraldCityNursery.Facilitiesareexcellentwithafully

equippedmusicroom,library,playareasandnurserydiningarea.Thespaciousoutdoorplayareasincludeavegetable

gardenandswimmingpool.


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PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS

AMERICAN SCHOOL OF DUBAI


Website www.asdubai.org


Telephone (+971)43950005


Curriculum American

BACKGROUND:

TheAmericanSchoolofDubai(ASD),previouslytheJumeirahAmericanSchool,relocatedfromJumeirahtoanew

locationinAlBarshain2010.Foundedin1966tomeettheneedsoftheNorthAmericanexpatriatecommunity,the

firstofitskind,theschoolhasbecomeoneofthemostwell-knownAmericanschoolsintheEmirates.Itcurrently

hassome1,600studentsonroll.Thesprawlingnewcampuscoversanareaalmosttwicethesizeoftheoldcampus

andincludesbeautifullandscapedgardens,waterfeatures,modernbuildings,andstate-of-the-artfacilitiesincluding

wirelessconnectivity,twolibraries,anauditorium,atheatre,musicrooms,athletictracks,asoccerfield,other

largeplayingfields,separateelementaryandsecondarygyms,twoswimmingpools,elementaryplayareasandtwo

cafeterias.

WHAT THE SCHOOL SAYS:

The American School of Dubai, an independent, non-profit organization, offers what is best about American

education in order to provide an educational experience designed to promote the maximum potential of its

students. The school will challenge and assist students to become intellectually adept, thoughtful, and ethical contributors

to a global society.

WHAT THE INSPECTORS SAY:

The school’s ethos was one of its main strengths, with outstanding behaviour of students at all grade levels, and

with caring and supportive interactions observed between students and adults throughout the school. Students

and teachers used the outstanding information and communication technology (ICT) resources creatively to extend

and support their teaching and learning. The large facility provided opportunities for students to engage in numerous

academic, creative, and athletic activities.

DubaiSchoolsInspectionBureau,May2012.


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CURRICULUM:

TheAmericanSchoolofDubaifollowsacurriculumcomprisedofaprogrammeofcorerequiredsubjectstoprepare

studentsforentranceintoUScolleges.Studentsalsotakeanumberofelectiveswhicharedesignedtoenhancethe

coreprogrammeandallowthemtodiscoverandnurturetheiruniqueabilitiesandinterests.

FEES:

Annualfeesfor2012/2013are45,000dirhams($12,251or£7,630)forKindergarten1,48,400dirhams($13,177or

£8,206)forKindergarten2and59,700dirhams($16,253or£10,410)forGrade1-12.FromKindergarten2upwards,

thereisanadditional“seat-rentalfee”of11,020dirhams($3,000or£1,868)ayear,unlessyourcompanyhas

alreadyreservedaseatforyourchild.Thereisalsoaonce-offdepositof29,850dirhams($8,126or£5,061),whichis

refundablewhenyourchildleavestheschool.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedattheintersectionofAlMafraqRoad(316thStreet)andHessaStreet(331stStreet),oppositethe

SaudiGermanHospitalinAlBarsha.

FROM THE HEAD TEACHER:

The American School of Dubai was established over forty years ago to serve the needs of the North American

families and other expatriate populations of Dubai. ASD was the first American curriculum school established in

Dubai and to this day, we are still the only non-profit American school located in the emirate. All resources, tuition and

endowments go directly towards the benefit and education of our children. ASD is fully accredited in the United States

by Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. Our mission is clear; we challenge and assist students to become

intellectually adept, thoughtful and ethical contributors to society.

DrHaroldFleetham,Superintendent

QUOTES FROM THE PARENTS:

The American School of Dubai is definitely one of the most expensive schools in Dubai but it does have an

excellent reputation and the long waiting lists attest to the high demand it has from American parents. Get your

name down early if you want a place!

ParentwithadaughterinYear10


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BRADENTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY, DUBAI

Address POBox:111123,Dubai,UAE

Website www.bradentonprepdubai.com


Telephone (+971)44493600


Curriculum American

BACKGROUND:

BradentonPreparatoryAcademy,foundedinSeptember2009,isagrowingschoolwithsmallclasssizes(amaximum

of15studentsinPre-KindergartentoKindergarten2and23studentsfromGrade1up).Theschoolismanaged

byMosaicaEducation,andoffersanAmericancurriculumbasedontheCommonCoreStandards.Bradenton’s

experiencedteacherscomefromtheUAE,USA,BritainandCanada,whilethestudentpopulationiscomprisedof

manynationalities.Theteachersofferanarrayofafter-schoolactivities,rangingfromsportsteamsandyearbook

tophotographyandArabic.Theseactivitieschangeeachtermtogivevarietyandtomeettherequirementsforthe

varioussportsteams.Therearealsoawidevarietyofpaid-foractivitiessuchasfootball,cricketandgolf,whichtake

advantageoftheexcellentfacilitiesatDubaiSportsCity.


Bradenton Preparatory Academy is now managed by Mosaica Education. The school, located at Dubai Sports

City, offers a university preparatory curriculum from pre-KG to Grade 12 which helps students to reach their

potential. Mosaica schools feature an innovative curriculum (based on the American Common Core standards), integrated

technology and a high degree of personalized attention. Our students receive a progressive education with a classical

foundation resulting in an outstanding record of academic success and the development of skills needed to become

critical thinkers and independent life-long learners able to access higher education anywhere in the world.


The curriculum was of a good quality. Students’ attitudes and behaviours, Islamic understanding and

environmental understanding were at good levels. Health and safety arrangements were outstanding and

the quality of support for students was good. Staffing facilities and resources were outstanding. All staff were

properly certified and supported by an effective professional development model and teachers reported a positive,

professional learning environment. The ethos of the school was caring and supportive and noted as a strength by

parents and staff.

DubaiSchoolsInspectionBureau,2011


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CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowsanAmericancurriculum(basedontheCommonCorestandards)fromkindergartenuptoGrade12.

SeniorstudentsgraduatewiththeAmericanHighSchoolDiploma.

FEES:

Feesforthe2011/2012yearrangefrom30,000dirhams($8,168or£5,315)ayearforpre-kindergartenupto70,790

dirhams($19,273or£12,542.)ayearinGrade12.Thefeesarepayablebeforethestartofeachofthethreeschool

termsinunequalinstalments.

LOCATION:

BradentonPreparatoryAcademyisinDubaiSportsCityonEmiratesRoad.ItisclosetoVictoryHeights,MotorCityand

ArabianRanches.


We believe in the American educational model and that school is more than knowledge. It also serves to develop

individual interests and talents. Our students are critical thinkers and problem solvers. They are creative and

have a keen sense of social responsibility, fair play and integrity.

Dr.MichaelGemma,Headofschool


I have met a few mums in VH who have children in Bradenton or children enrolled to start at Bradenton and they

have only said positive things.

CommentonExpatWomanforum,2011

We were slightly apprehensive sending our boy to Bradenton as it was a relatively new, unproven school but we

are now delighted with our choice and only have good things to say about the school.

CommentonExpatArrivals.com,2012


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DEIRA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL


Website www.disdubai.ae


Telephone (+971)42325552


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

DeiraInternationalSchoolisaprivate,not-for-profitschoolinDubaiFestivalCity,foundedin2005.Ithasadiverse

studentbodywith75nationalitiesrepresentedandabout1,200pupils.Itaimstoprovideahigh-qualityinternational

educationwhichremainssensitivetoUAEcultureandtradition.Theprimaryandsecondaryschoolseachhasitsown

well-equippedbuildingwithalibrary,artblock,musicrooms,andcomputerandsciencelaboratories.Theschoolalso

hasagym,abusinessstudiescentreandagrasssportsfield.There’sawidevarietyofco-curricularandextra-curricular

activitiesavailableattheschool.Studentscantakeclassesindrumming,chess,philosophy,photographyandwriting,

aswellasinter-schoolsportslikerugby,football,basketball,netball,cricket,swimmingandathleticsaswellaskarate,

danceandgolf.


Deira International School is committed to providing an excellent education for all students enabling them

to enjoy and achieve high levels of learning. We address the diverse needs and aspirations of our students,

offering an excellent foundation in all aspects of learning, to challenge and prepare them for a successful future. Our

students will be equipped to study at the most prestigious universities in the world. Deira International School actively

promotes respect and tolerance as well as environmental and social awareness. We encourage our students to make a

positive contribution and become committed and valued members of our school and, by supporting internationalism, be

responsible citizens of the world.


Deira International School provided a good quality of education, an improvement since the last inspection.

There was a strong drive for improvement, with the leadership team and teaching staff sharing the vision and

determination to ensure all students did as well as they could. Parents held the school in high regard and were especially

pleased with the school’s welcoming ethos and its inclusive, international nature. Students’ behaviour and attitudes to

learning were outstanding.

DubaiSchoolsInspectionBureau,May2012


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CURRICULUM:

TheschoolbroadlyfollowstheNationalCurriculumforEngland,theIGSCEprogrammeinYear10-11andthe

InternationalBaccalaureateDiplomaProgramme(IBDP)aswellasthepilotIBCareer-RelatedCertificate(IBCC)inYears

12-13.

FEES:

Yearlyfeesrangefrom28,995dirhams($7,894or£4,939)forFoundationStage1upto58,420dirhams($15,905or

£9,950)forYear13.Thereisalsoanon-refundableregistrationfeeof3,000dirhams($817or£511).Feesarepayable

beforethestartofeachofthethreeschoolterms.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedinDubaiFestivalCity,inAlGarhoud,nearAlBadiaResidence.


We believe in placing the student at the centre of their own education and that learning is a life-long

experience, hence our school motto ‘Forever learning, forever achieving’. Students are encouraged to take

some responsibility for their own learning and to support others in their efforts. We expect teachers to lead by example

and demonstrate that they are reflective practitioners. We have an inclusive community approach to education. We

encourage parents to play their part in our educational partnership and we keep them informed of progress and

concerns. Students, teachers and parents are given the opportunity to play their part in the decision making processes

at appropriate times. We are proud of our established community partnerships and the community spirit that you will

sense when you visit the school.

JeffSmith,Director


The children have made friends easily and they like their teachers.

CommentonExpatWomanforum,2011

The school certainly had some teething problems but under the new headteacher standards have improved

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DUBAI BRITISH SCHOOL (TAALEEM)

Address POBox37828,Springs3,EmiratesHills,Dubai,UAE

Website www.dubaibritishschool.ae


Telephone (+971)43619361


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

DubaiBritishSchoolisathrivingschoolofover1,000students,situatedintheSpringsareaofEmiratesHillsinDubai.

Itisfairlynew,havingopenedin2005aspartoftheTaaleemeducationalgroup,whichhasanumberofschoolsin

Dubai.Theschoolaimstoencouragestudentstoparticipateinawidevarietyofacademic,sportandculturalpursuits

tobroadentheirknowledgeandhonetheirskillsandtalents.There’sagreatvarietyofafter-schoolsportsandcultural

activitiesofferedbytheschool.Sportsincludediving,rugby,basketball,dance,yoga,cricketandtabletennis.The

schoolhasagoodfootballteam.Culturalactivitiesincludesketching,scrapbooking,drama,jazzband,languageclubs

andevenkaraoke!


Although the majority of the student population is British, DBS caters for over 40 different nationalities and

celebrates the diversity of its student body. Graduates are placed mainly in UK universities, while also attending

leading American, Australian and other centres of tertiary education around the world. Staff are recruited mainly from

the UK or from international schools worldwide.


Dubai British School provided a good quality of education, with some significant strengths. These included

outstanding attainment and progress at Foundation Stage and good or better attainment and progress in

English, mathematics and science in the other phases. There were outstanding teaching, learning and assessment at

Foundation Stage and broadly good practice in other phases and an outstanding curriculum in all phases.


CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowstheNationalCurriculumforEnglandincludingtheGCSEandGCEAlevelprogrammesfromYear9to

Year13.Theschoolofferssupporttoalimitednumberofchildrenwithmoderatelearningdifficulties,whiletheGifted

andAbleProgrammechallengesstudentstoextendtheirachievementinacademic,sportingandculturalspheres.


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FEES:

Annualfeesfor2012/2013rangefrom36,993dirhams($10,071or£6,451)intheFoundationStage,Year1andYear2

upto55,460dirhams($15,099or£9,671)inYear12-13.Thereisalsoanon-refundableapplicationfeeof500dirhams,

andaregistrationfeeof500dirhams($136or£85),deductiblefromthefirstterm’sfees.Feesarepayableinthree

instalmentsbeforethestartofeachterm.

LOCATION:

TheschoolissituatedinEmiratesHills,onMeadowsDrive,nexttotheDEWABuilding.


We celebrate a musical solo as warmly as we celebrate a student gaining an A*, a wonderful painting as happily

as a top A level score. We stress to all of our young people that what really matters is not gaining qualifications

for their own sake but learning - always being open to personal growth, having a mindset that welcomes and tackles

problems, being resilient when times get tough. We strive to ensure that our young people leave Dubai British School

with a set of values and a perspective on life that leads them to succeed in whatever they wish to do.

MarkFord,Principal


My children have been in Dubai British School since we moved to Dubai three years ago and we are all

very happy with the school. The teachers always keep us informed on what is happening and the kids love

it, they participate in a lot of sport events and my daughter loves art which they focus a lot on. I would definitely

recommend it.

CommentonExpatArrivals.com,May2012

DUBAI COLLEGE


Website www.dubaicollege.org

Email General:[email protected]:[email protected]

Telephone (+971)43999111


Curriculum British


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BACKGROUND:

DubaiCollegeopenedin1978tomeettheeducationalneedsoftheexpatcommunityasanindependent,non-profit

school.SituatedintheheartoftheNewDubaidistrict,todaytheschoolenjoysanenviablereputationwithexpat

parents,andwasrated“outstanding”bytheDubaiSchoolsInspectionBureauin2011and2012.Theschoolhasa

capacityforabout800students.Thecampuscovers19acresandfacilitiesinclude13sciencelaboratories,three

designandtechnologysuites,fivecomputersuites,fourartstudios,amusiccentre,12practiceroomsandarecording

studio.Therearealsothreedramastudios,alibrary,adedicatedSixthFormCentreandastate-of-the-art,900-seat

auditorium.Sportplaysacentralroleintheextracurricularlifeoftheschool,withastrongtraditionofinter-andintra-

schoolcompetition,andmuchsportingsuccessacrossDubaiandtheUAE.


Dubai College has, in the last thirty years, built up a tradition of excellence and can rightly claim to be amongst

the very best UK curriculum schools within an international setting. We can point to many things from our past to

demonstrate clearly why we have, for so many Dubai parents, been the secondary school of choice for so long. During this

time we have built a community where students, staff, parents and alumni can look back on the past with pride, enjoy the

present and look forward to a promising and exciting future.


Dubai College provided an outstanding quality of education. Its main features were the high standards

of attainment in English, mathematics and science. In almost all other areas of the work of the school, its

performance was of a very high quality. Teaching, learning and assessment were outstanding at all stages. The school’s

ethos, its curriculum and its arrangements to look after and support students were all outstanding. Leadership and

management were also outstanding at all levels.


CURRICULUM:

Theschool’scurriculumdrawsonthebestelementsoftheEnglishNationalCurriculum,withadditionalsubjects

appropriatetoaselectiveschool.Thereisanemphasisontheindividual’seducationaldevelopment.StudentsinYear

10-11areexpectedtotake9GCSEs.MostgoontostudyforASandALevelsinYear12and13.Theschoolisalsoan

overseascentrefortheAssociatedBoardoftheRoyalSchoolsofMusic(ABRSM).

FEES:

Acrossallyears,feesare20,106dirhams($5,475or£3,430)perterm,amountingto60,318dirhams($16,422or

£10,293)ayear.Feesareduebeforethehalf-termpointoftheprecedingterm.ThereisalsoaSixthFormsupplement

of2,661dirhams($724or£454)perterm.Privatemusiclessonsincuranadditionalfee.

LOCATION:

DubaiCollegeislocatedinSheikhZayedRoad,veryneartoThePalmJumeira.


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Dubai College has a tradition of academic success. But DC is about much, much more than ‘A’ level and

GCSE results. The co-curriculum is an essential, core element of life in the school and students are as

determined and ambitious on the sports field, performing on stage or supporting a plethora of community projects

as they are studying history, science or music. Active participation in the extensive activities programme is the key

to success in the classroom.

PeterHill,Headmaster


Dubai College is one of the more expensive schools in Dubai and its facilities and campus reflect this. It also

consistently scores well academically. This is due to it being selective in its application process.

CommentonExpatArrivals.comforum,2012

DUBAI ENGLISH SPEAKING SCHOOL


Website www.dessdubai.com


Telephone (+971)43371457


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

Startedin1963,DESSisastalwartoftheEnglish-speakingprivateschoolsceneinDubai.Theschoolhasaround

800pupilsandhasbeenupgradedtoincludemodernfacilities.Theschoolhasanexcellentreputationamongexpat

parentsandagoodtrackrecordinsports,theperformingartsandacademicachievement.TheoldestschoolinDubai,

DESShasstrongsportingtraditionsandthereforeawidevarietyofsportsandextra-curricularactivitiestochoose

from.Theseincludeballet,gymnastics,dance,horseriding,netball,football,gleeclub,fencing,crochetclub,karate,

basketballandlanguageclubs.Itsswimmingtrackrecordisparticularlygood.Theschoolacceptspupilsfromthe

FoundationStageuptoYear6.


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Dubai English Speaking School enables a child to develop as a lifelong, independent learner, providing a balanced

and structured curriculum in which the needs of the individual and his/her potential are paramount. High self-

esteem is developed in a caring, nurturing and cooperative environment in order to foster the leadership and interpersonal

skills needed to be a citizen in a modern and changing society.


Dubai English Speaking School provided a good quality of education for students. It had several outstanding

features, notably the high level of students’ attainment, their attitudes and behaviour, as well as the close and

productive partnership with parents. Students made good progress throughout the school because of the quality of

teaching which challenged and motivated students well, especially in English, mathematics and science.


CURRICULUM:

PupilsfollowtheEarlyYearsFoundationStage,theEarlyYearscomponentoftheNationalCurriculumforEngland.They

followtheNationalCurriculumforEnglandfromYear1toYear6.SubjectsaredividedintothecoresubjectsofEnglish,

mathematicsandscienceandthefoundationsubjectsofhistory,geography,art,designtechnology,musicandphysical

education.

FEES:

Yearlyfeesare34,360dirhams($9,354or£5,940),payableinthreetermlyinstalmentsof11,454dirhamsThereis

anon-refundableapplicationfeeof300dirhams($81or£51).Aregistrationfeeof2,000dirhams($545or£340),

deductiblefromthefirstterm’sfees,ispayabletoreserveaplace.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedonOudMethaRoad,betweenKaramaandthewesternshoreoftheDubaiCreek.


Academic success is important but we believe in the development of creative thinkers, problem solvers and

children who know how to learn in an environment of mutual respect, enthusiasm and commitment. The children

are given a wide range of opportunities to have as many experiences as possible in order that the whole child is developed.

We believe in success for all not just academically but in the many other areas of a child’s development.

DavidHammond,Headteacher


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My daughter is at her second year at this school. She’s been exposed to different languages, visual arts, music,

drama, social studies and just about every other subject that a child could absorb and retain. I have found the

teachers to be terrific and will continue to recommend the school to other parents.

Parentcommentonedarabia.com

EMIRATES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL,JUMEIRAH (AL HABTOOR GROUP)


Website www.eischools.ae


Telephone (+971)43489804


Curriculum BritishandIB

BACKGROUND:

TheEmiratesInternationalSchoolHighSchoolbecameanIBWorldSchoolin1992.It’salargeschoolwithover1,800

pupilsintheprimaryandsecondaryschoolscombined.Thecampusissituatedinaprestigious,well-developed

residentialareaina12-acrecomplexcompletewithgreenspaces,shadetreesandwalkways.Theschooliscomprised

oflow-risebuildingsandexcellentfacilities,includingfivecomputerlaboratories,11sciencelabs,dramaandmusic

studios,twolibraries,atheatre,swimmingpool,multi-purposesportshall,fully-equippedgymandasportspitch.

There’sarangeofextra-curricularactivitiesavailable.Manyarefree,suchasathletics,tabletennis,rugby,latindance,

origami,rockclimbingandmanymore.Others,suchasmartialartsandcookingclasses,costextra,dependingonthe

class.


We offer a broad international education, in English, designed for local and expatriate students, that promotes

excellence in all academic activities. It is our mission to enhance the educational, social and physical development

of our students encouraging them to think analytically and creatively in preparation for the next stage of their education.

EIS-Jumeirah provides a safe yet challenging environment that develops in students an inter-cultural sensitivity and

responsibility towards the people and environment of our local and global community.


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Emirates International School – Jumeirah provided a good quality of education, with some strong features.

Attainment and progress in the key subjects across most phases of the school were good. The quality of

students’ personal and social education was good.


CURRICULUM:

TheschooloffersaholisticinternationalprogrammewithafullrangeofsubjectslinkedthroughtheInternational

Baccalaureate(IB)Diploma.TheMiddleYearsProgramme(MYP)isofferedinGrade7-9.Since2010theschoolhasalso

offeredthePrimaryYearsProgramme(PYP)curriculumcomponentoftheIBDiplomaforthejunioryears.Studentsin

Grade10-11studytowardtheGCSEandIGCSEexaminations.InGrade12-13studentscanalsochoosetoachieveaEIS

–JumeirahHighSchoolGraduationDiplomainsteadoftheIBDiploma.

FEES:

Thereisanadmissionfeeof2,000dirhams($545or£340).Yearlyfeesforthe2012/2013yearrangefrom30,140

dirhams($8,205or£5,255)forKindergarten1upto63,870dirhams($13,390or£11,138)forGrade12-13.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedattherightsideofSheikhZayedRoadinthedirectionofAbuDhabi,inAlThanyaRoad,opposite

totheEmaratGasStation.


The student body reflects the local community. There are approximately 985 students in the Primary School

with over 80 different nationalities being represented. Similarly, the teaching faculty is representative of over 20

different nationalities, a feature unique to schools in Dubai. All faculty hold university degrees and/or teaching certificates

and the majority have previous experience in teaching overseas. The school and every member of the staff plays a part

in the student’s academic, social and personal development.

LynleyMarwick,PrimaryPrincipal


This school has 94 different nationalities registered. It is truly an international school where an international

or mixed race child will not feel out of place. Race, culture and religion are not an issue here - the school

teaches tolerance and acceptance and succeeds. The primary and junior schools have an excellent reputation

although more work needs to be done in the higher grades. Teacher’s salaries need to increase for there to be

continuity of staff and higher staff morale. All in all a good school with an approachable staff and ‘open door’

policy. We were very happy there.

Parent,ExpatExchange.comforum


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ENGLISH COLLEGE DUBAI


Website www.englishcollege.ac.ae


Telephone (+971)43943465


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

TheEnglishCollegeDubai(EC)openeditsdoorsin1992,althoughtheseparateprimaryschoolwasbuiltonlyin2004.

Theschoolhasabout1,000studentsinthetwocampusescombined.EChasagoodreputationamoungexpatparents

inDubai.Thefacilitiesaregoodandincludealargegym,swimmingpool,soccerfield,amusicroom,dramastudio,arts

room,scienceroomandtwocomputerlabs.Thereisabroadprogrammeofco-curricularandextra-curricularactivities

onoffer,includingsportssuchasbasketball,iceskating,swimming,scubadivingandaerobics,amoungothers,aswell

asarangeofculturalactivitiesfromscreenprintingandcookingtodebating.Ahousesystemformsthebasisfora

rangeofinter-houseactivities.


The aim of The English College, Dubai is to offer the best elements of the British education system supplemented

by modern international educational practice, based upon our students achieving high academic standards,

making sound judgements and having clearly defined moral values. We hope to provide a firm foundation for our

students to succeed in an ever-changing multicultural world and develop into successful learners, confident individuals

and good citizens.


The school had a very strong ethos based on the core set of values. Students and teachers worked very

effectively together in a calm and respectful manner. The overall attitudes and behaviour of almost all students

was a particularly strong feature of the school. Teaching was at least good overall and outstanding in Foundation

Stage and post-16.

DubaiSchoolsInspectionBureau,May2012.

CURRICULUM:

TheEnglishCollegeDubaifollowstheEnglishNationalCurriculumfromtheFoundationStagetoYear13.Thisincludes

theEarlyYearsProgrammewithafocusonliteracyandnumeracyandanemphasisonICTacrossallsubjects,theGSCE

examinationsinYear10-11,andanexcellentrangeofASandA-levelcoursesinYear12-13.


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FEES:

Feesarepayableinthreeinstalmentsbeforethestartofeachterm.Feesrangefrom7,540dirhams($2,053or£1,281)

aterminFS1to16,940dirhams($4,612or£2,878)aterminYear13.Thereisalsoanapplicationfeeof500dirhams

($136or£85),atuitiondeposit(deductedfromthefirstterm’sfees)of3,000dirhams($817or£510)forFS1-Year6or

4,000dirhams($1,090or£680)forYear7-13,andarefundablejoiningdepositof1,000dirhams($272or£170).

LOCATION:

TheCollegeislocatedonSheikhZayedRoad,oppositethenewOasisCentre.


Our teaching approaches reflect the best of current UK practice in that our classroom organisation and planning

ensure stimulating, purposeful, working environments. The English College Primary School creates a warm and

caring atmosphere for your child because we believe a happy child learns well. We aim to ensure that excellence is

pursued and valued, that lessons are challenging and have pace and direction and the way children are taught, for

example, individually, in groups or as part of a whole class, matches their individual needs. The curriculum, enriched

through a variety of carefully planned activities including fieldwork and visits, is broad and challenging.

WilliamJohnston,HeadTeacher,PrimarySchool

I am very proud of The English College and I am delighted with the unique way we currently provide for some

650 students in secondary and approximately 400 students in primary. I am pleased to work alongside the Head

of Primary, Mr Johnston, and the Board of the College, to ensure necessary levels of investment and development of

buildings, facilities and resources are maintained, as well as prioritising staff training opportunities and competitive

terms and conditions to ensure we attract the best available teachers out there. I look forward to welcoming you at some

point in the future if you are new to the ‘EC concept’.

AllanForbes,HeadTeacher,SecondarySchool


Thestudentsseemveryhappyandveryproudoftheirschool…andthefacilitiesaregreatforthefeesthey

charge.

CommentsontheExpatWomanforum,2011

English College is a wonderful academic institution. I graduated here and had such a great experience that 8

years later we decided to get our daughter enrolled.

Commentonedarabia.com


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GEMS CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONALSCHOOL, DUBAI


Website www.gemscis-dubai.com/home.php


Telephone (+971)42824646


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

CIS-Dubaihasastudentbodyof2,300representingover70nationalities.Thespaciouscampusisdividedintotwo:

theprimaryschool(kindergartentoYear6)andthesecondaryschool(Year7to13).ThisUK-curriculumschool’s

combinationofgoodfacilitiesandexcellentteachingstaffmeanthatstudentsconsistentlyachieveresultswellabove

theUKnationalaverage.Facilitiesincludealarge,coveredswimmingpool,cricketnetsandplayingfields,anindoor

sportsarena,multi-purposehall,separate,well-equipped,grassedplayingareaforkindergartenandearlyprimary

schoolaswellaswell-equippedmusic,artandsciencefacilities.Theschoolhasastrongsportingtraditionwith

inter-houseandinter-schooleventsheldthroughouttheyear.Fieldtripshaveanoutdoorfocusandincluderafting,

mountainbiking,camping,rockclimbing,canoeinganddivingtrips.


We aim to provide students with a thorough preparation to face the modern world. The school has high

expectations for every child, as they are encouraged to take pride in personal achievement through hard work.

Whilst academic success is of primary importance, there is also a firm belief in developing social, sporting and artistic

skills through both curricular and extra-curricular activities. We cater to the wide range of abilities and talents of all

the students by providing them opportunities to develop their potential, enabling them to make a positive contribution

to society.

WHAT THE INSPECTORS SAY

Cambridge International School provided a good quality of education for its students. It had some outstanding

features that included the curriculum in the Post-16 phase, the excellent behaviour in the Foundation Stage and

the quality of partnerships with parents and the broader community. Parents and teachers commented that students

enjoyed coming to school. The executive school leadership team had a strong vision for the school and this was evident

in school information materials and in discussion with parents and staff.

Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau, May 2012


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CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowstheNationalCurriculumforEnglandfromtheFoundationStagetoYear13.StudentstaketheIGCSE

inYear10and11andALevelsinYear12and13.TheschoolhasalsointroducedBusinessandTechnologyEducation

Council(BTEC)level2and3vocationalqualifications.

FEES:

Feesforthe2011/2012yearrangefrom14,667dirhams($3,993or£2,547)ayearforFoundationStage1upto19,914

dirhams($5,421or£3,458)ayearinYear13.Thefeesarepayablebeforethestartofeachofthethreeschoolterms

inunequalinstalments.Additionalfeesincludea200dirhamregistrationfee,a500dirhamadmissionfee,andan

additionalannualfacilityusefeeofbetween350and950dirhams.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedinAlGarhoud,offAlRebatStreet.

FROM THE HEADMASTER:

AtCambridgeInternationalSchool,Dubaiwebelieveinprovidinghighquality,excellentvalueeducationina

supportive, friendly anddynamic learning environment.Weareoneof the longest established andhighest

achievingschoolsinDubai.Teachers,supportstaffandleadersatCIS-Dubaiareamongthemostimaginativeandcreative

talentsthatanyschoolintheworldcouldwishtohave.Thatisourreputation.Thatiswhyparentswanttheirchildren

togotoCIS-Dubai.

DavidMcLaughlin,Principal

GEMS DUBAI AMERICAN ACADEMY

Address P.O.Box32762,AlBarsha,Dubai,UAE

Website www.gemsaa-dubai.com/home.php


Telephone (+971)43479222


Curriculum English

BACKGROUND:

TheDubaiAmericanAcademyhasanenviablereputationamoungexpatparentsinDubai.It’salargeschoolcomprised

ofawiderangeofnationalities,withabout2,300studentsfrompre-kindergartenuptoGrade12.Theschoolfollows

anAmericancurriculum,withseniorstudentshavingtheoptionofstudyingtowardstheInternationalBaccalaureate

Diploma(IBDip).Theschoolalsohasexcellent,state-of-the-artacademic,co-curricularandsportsfacilitiesanda

richco-curricularandextra-curricularprogrammewherestudentsareencouragedtofindnewinterestsanddevelop


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theirtalents.ActivitiesarevariedandincludelanguageclassesinDutch,Swedish,FinnishandNorwegian,newspaper,

drama,knittingandmanyothers.Sportsrangefromrugbytokaratetoultimatefrisbee.Thereisalsoastudentcouncil.


Dubai American Academy provides a challenging college-preparatory program in the English language to

students from around the world. Success is not only measured by academic achievement, but also by the mark

that each student makes on the lives of others. Our staff inspires excellence in academics and life-long learning skills by

continually reviewing and building an enriched American curriculum, promoting student achievement, and modelling

integrity and kindness.


The Dubai American Academy provided an outstanding quality of education; its strengths included attainment

and progress in English, mathematics and science in all phases. The quality of teaching for effective learning

was outstanding in kindergarten, elementary and middle school. Strong teacher subject knowledge in almost all subjects

permitted teachers to address, effectively, students’ learning needs. The ethos of the school was outstanding, supported

by the outstanding curriculum and the very effective quality of support.


CURRICULUM:

Theschooloffersan“enrichedAmericancurriculumwithaninternationalperspective”forstudentsinpre-kindergarten

uptoGrade12.ThecurriculumisbasedonUSnationalstandards.Seniorstudentsalsohavetheoptionofstudying

towardtheIBDiploma.

FEES:

Feesrangefrom15,740dirhams($4,312or£2,682)inpre-kindergartento17,630($4,830or£3,004)inKindergarten

1and46,300dirhams($12,685or£7,890)inKindergarten2.ThereafteryearlyfeesarethesameforGrade1-12:

currently65,270dirhams(about$17,882or£11,122).

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedinAlBarsha,anemergingareaofDubai,closetothenewDubaiInternetandMediaCities.


GEMS American Academy, Abu Dhabi is a young international school but already recognised as a great place for

children. Set against the ever-transforming skyline of the United Arab Emirates, Dubai American Academy is a

flourishing world-class American International School. Having celebrated its 10th Anniversary as a college preparatory

school in 2008, DAA has built a solid reputation for its high academic standards, cutting-edge practices and wide range of


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exceptional co-curricular programs. We are a proud community of learners, immersed in an ethos of shared core values,

kindness, achievement, celebration and fun. I encourage you to visit us and to experience first hand our welcoming staff

and outstanding teaching faculty.

Mrs.RobinAppleby,Superintendent


We came from the Canadian system and had to put our son into Grade 10 when we arrived. He absolutely loved

it. Academically his grades went up and so did his self-esteem and confidence. He was able to play varsity soccer

and travel which was great for him. He made some wonderful friends with whom he is now in contact having started

University back home. He got to the University he wanted to go to in Canada and told me if it wasn’t for his school he

wouldn’t have done as well. Our experience was very positive - the school has great school spirit at the high school level -

the kids seem to be very inclusive and helpful to new students. I highly recommend.

Parent,ExpatWomanforum,2011

DAA has become the best school in Dubai and I am proud to have a child attending it.

Parent,ExpatExchange.comforum

JUMEIRAH COLLEGE


Website www.gemsjc.com/home.php

Email General:[email protected]:[email protected]

Telephone (+971)43955524


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

Foundedin1999,JumeirahCollegeisawell-establishedandrespectedschoolwithagoodreputationamoungexpat

parentsandanexcellentacademictrackrecord.TheCollegehasover1,000studentsofabout60nationalities.The

campusisabeautiful,well-equippedfacilityintheheartoftheprestigioussuburbofJumeirah.Itsexcellentfacilities

includeinteractivewhiteboardsineveryclassroom,wirelessinternet,anextensivelibraryandinformationcentre,

threeartstudios,musicrooms,dramastudios,sevensciencelaboratoriesandindoorandoutdoorsportsfacilities.

Extra-curricularactivitiesrangefromtraditionalsportslikerugbyandfootballtoskiingandsailing,aswellascultural

clubslikedrama,photographyandtextiles.Theschoolhasavibrantmusicdepartmentwithachoirandwindensemble


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andlessonsinvariousinstrumentsoffered.


Jumeirah College recognises the value of creating an inspired and motivational atmosphere that nurtures the

development of each student. Strong partnerships with parents are an integral part of the school’s philosophy

and parents play an important role in the school’s consultation process. A GEMS school, Jumeirah College benefits from

over 47 years of success proven expertise in education. GEMS understands that each child is precious and is committed to

delivering education of the highest standard; education that equips children with the skills, ethics and confidence to face

the challenges of a brilliant future.


Jumeirah College continued to provide an outstanding quality of education for its students. The highly effective

leaders were ambitious in seeking further improvements. They placed a strong emphasis on excellence in

academics and in students’ personal development. In both of these, the College had a long track record of success

which was praised by the parent body.


CURRICULUM:

JumeirahCollegebroadlyfollowstheNationalCurriculumforEnglandandoffersavariedprogrammeofGCSEandA

levelcourses.StudentsareexpectedtotakeanumberofcoresubjectsincludingEnglish,Mathematics,Scienceand

Arabicandsupplementthesewithelectivecourses.

FEES:

Thereisanon-refundableregistrationfeeof500dirhams($136or£85).Annualfeesrangefrom55,228dirhams

($15,036or£9,382)ayearinYear7to69,035($18,795or£11,728)dirhamsayearinYear13,payableinthreeunequal

instalments.

LOCATION:

JumeirahCollegeislocatedinAlSafa,justoffAlWaslroad,inStreet19nearthe‘ParknShop’complex.


At the College, we pride ourselves on the balance that we achieve for each individual student as we promote

academic excellence and development of the person, all in an established, friendly and supportive environment.

Our students tell us that they enjoy their education and this is reflected in their positive attitudes to learning.

They tend to be confident, friendly, well-motivated and lively in their outlook and approach to all that they do. They

learn to challenge in a positive and constructive manner, but more importantly, they learn to ask the questions that will


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develop them as citizens of a global community.

Fiona Cottam, Principal/CEO


Our family experience of JC is good, our child did far better than anticipated in GCSE’s / A Levels based on

prediction when they joined the school at year 10. Hoping my youngest will go there in the not too distant future.

The head at JC is good, honest with an open door policy and is liked by the students too.

Parent,ExpatWomanForum,2012

THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL


Website www.gemsmillenniumschool.com


Telephone (+971)42988567


Curriculum Indian

BACKGROUND:

Asthenamesuggests,theMillenniumSchoolwasstartedin2000andaspirestobe“theschooloftheMillennium.”

Theschoolhasabout2,800studentsonrole,withastudentbodymadeupcompletelyofexpatstudents,andis

currentlyintheprocessofintroducinganinternationalversionoftheCBSE(Indiannationalcurriculum).Theexcellent

on-campusfacilitiesincludeanauditorium,twobasketballcourts,atenniscourt,afootballfieldandtwoswimming

pools,andthesportingfacilitiesincludeaseparatecoveredactivityareaforprimaryschoolstudents.Extra-curricular

arevariedandincludeclaymodelling,robotics,moderndance,yogaandkarate,amongothers.


The Millennium School is a school with a real difference. Along with a Day Boarding programme that provides

holistic growth and state-of-the-art facilities, the school has an extremely child-centred and child friendly

ambience. Education at The Millennium School transcends the confines of the classroom walls and the pages of the

textbook. “Learning” is a joyous process where the teacher and the students are partners at every step. The Millennium

School aspires to be the school of the Millennium.


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The Millennium School provided a good quality of education. It had several outstanding features, which included

outstanding behaviour and understanding of Islam, excellent science in all phases, students’ attainment and

progress in mathematics in the upper stages of the school, students’ high quality speaking and presentation skills and

the opportunities provided to develop gifted students’ skills and talents. Another positive feature of the school was its

excellent caring ethos, safe and happy environment. The quality of teaching was good throughout the school.

DubaiSchoolsInspectionBureau,February2012

CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowstheCBSE(Indian)curriculumandisintheprocessofintroducingtheCBSEInternationalCurriculum

(CBSE-I)uptoYear10.Thecurriculumprovidesstudentswithtransferableskillsandthereforetheopportunitytogain

accesstoreputablecollegesworldwide.

FEES:

Feesforthe2012/2013yearrangefrom14,045dirhams($3,824or£2,440)ayearforKindergarten1upto20,654

dirhams($5,623or£3,586)ayearinYear13.Thefeesarepayablebeforethestartofeachofthethreeschooltermsin

unequalinstalments.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedattheintersectionofBaghdadStreetandAmmanStreetinAlQusais,neartheDubai

InternationalAirport.


Founded on principles and values that are the basis of the GEMS schools, the Millennium School is committed to

partnering parents in raising the next generation of leaders. It is my privilege to be able to continue to guide the

development of the Millennium School in its 11th year.

MrMichaelGuzder,Principal/CEO


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GEMS ROYAL DUBAI SCHOOL


Website www.royaldubaischool.com


Telephone (+971)42886499


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

Havingopenedin2005asaprimaryandsecondaryschool,theschoolrevertedtobeaprimaryschoolonlyin2010.

Withlessthan800studentsonrole,theschoolformsaclose-knitcommunitywithstudents,teachersandparentsof

over60nationalities.TheschoolisaGEMSCentreofExcellenceforICTtoEnhanceLearning,andteachingspacesat

GEMSRoyalDubaiSchoolareoutfittedwithdigitalwhiteboardsandfullInternetconnectivity.Theever-growinglistof

extra-curricularactivitiesrangesfromballet,karate,football,swimming,tennisandartonthepremisestohorseriding

atanearbystables.


The GEMS Royal Dubai School offers a holistic education that extends beyond the English National Curriculum and

the focus is on meeting the needs of each and every one of our learners so that they are equipped with the learning

skills and life-long learning dispositions necessary to be able to accept and embrace the challenges of an ever changing

world. This means equipping students with a wide range of traditional academic and technological skills and developing a

range of learning dispositions and critical thinking skills that will promote creativity and solve problems.


GEMS Royal Dubai School provided overall a good quality of education. It had a number of important strengths

with outstanding progress being made in mathematics at the later stages. The quality of teaching for effective

learning was good at both Foundation and primary stages [...] The facilities were outstanding.


CURRICULUM:

TheGEMSRoyalDubaiSchooloffersTheNationalCurriculumforEnglandwhichplacesemphasisonthecoresubjects

andcarefulmonitoringofprogresstoensurearecordofacademicsuccess.ThestaffincludesUK-trainedteachers.


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FEES:


dirhams($10,326or£6,587)ayearinYear6.Thefeesarepayablebeforethestartofeachofthethreeschooltermsin

unequalinstalments.

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedintheresidentialsuburbofAlMizhar1(nearMirdif)at11AStreet,justoffAirportRoad.Itis

behindtheArabianCentre.


When you join GEMS Royal Dubai School you become part of an extended family which has common goals

and a shared commitment to achieve something very special. We aim to excel in what we have chosen to do

and the only route to success lies in the classroom and in the day to day endeavour of our teachers and children. These

principles of teaching and learning provide the essential framework in which that ‘something special’ will occur. I hope

you will be able to visit us and look forward to welcoming you to our school where your child can begin or continue his

or her learning journey.

JarlathMadine,Principal/CEO


Our daughter is at Royal Dubai and we rate the staff and the standard of teaching very highly. She has made

great progress – the only disappointment is that they do not have a senior school.


THE WESTMINSTER SCHOOL


Website www.gemsws-ghusais.com


Telephone (+971)42988333


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

TheWestminsterSchoolisoneofthelargestschoolsintheregion,withastudentbodyofalmost5,000pupils


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comprisedof72nationalities.Facilitiesinclude180purpose-builtclassroomsforallacademicsubjects,amulti-purpose

auditorium,awell-equippedlibrary,sixsciencelaboratories,musicandartandcraftrooms,fivecomputerlaboratories

andaschoolcafeteria.Theschoolemphasisesall-rounddevelopmentthroughabalancedprogrammeofco-curricular

activitiesthatencourageteamspirit,explorationandthedevelopmentofeachstudent’spotential,includingfieldtrips,

projectsandleadershipcamps.Inter-Housecompetitionsareheldinsports,publicspeaking,dance,quizzes,art,music

andessaywriting.After-schoolactivitiesincludeeverythingfromdramaanddebatingtoelocutionandcooking.Sports

includebasketball,tabletennis,badminton,football,hockeyandchess,amoungothers.


The Westminster School, part of the GEMS network, is one of the largest international schools in the GCC

region offering a British curriculum to over 72 different nationalities. Our curriculum is founded on the four

core values of Leadership Qualities, Universal Values, Forward Thinking and World Citizenship, which brings a breadth

of vision to the educational program and extra curricular activities offered at The Westminster School. They learn to

take their decisions independently, solve problems effectively, and interact positively with others, irrespective of the

society they are placed in.


The Westminster School provided overall an acceptable quality of education, but with some significant strengths.

These included the very good examination results at senior level in English, mathematics and science, students’

attitudes and behaviour and the school’s very good focus of their personal and social development.


CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowstheEnglishNationalCurriculumfromtheFoundationStageuptoYear13,preparingstudents

totaketheIGCSEcourseandtheAdvancedSubsidiary(AS)andALevelExaminations.TheIGCSEcurriculumisan

internationallyrecognisedcurriculumusedinover150countriesacrosstheworld.Inadditiontodevelopmentof

specificskillsandcompetencies,thecurriculumemphasisesthinkingskills,enquiry,creativity,planningandotherskills

neededtomeetthechallengesofthefuture.

FEES:

Feesforthe2011/2012yearrangefrom5,235dirhams($1,425or£908)ayearforKindergarten1upto10,178

dirhams($2,770or£1,765)ayearinYear13.Feesaredueintenmonthlyinstalments.Therearealsoanumberof

additionalregistration,admissionandyearlyfacilityfeesamountingtosome1,000dirhams($272or£173).

LOCATION:

TheschoolislocatedinAlGhusais,between10thStreetandBaghdadStreet,neartheMetrostations.


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The Westminster School has a successful academic track record with a Global Alumni in universities all over the

world. The school prepares students well for the challenges of the future, equipping them to confidently face

the challenges of the 21st century both socially and academically. You are welcome to visit our school and get better

acquainted with our staff, students and the school itself. However, if this is not possible, take a tour of our website. I

believe you will be impressed with both staff and students as we work together for a better future.

NevilleSherman,Principal

GEMS WELLINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL


Website www.wellingtoninternationalschool.com/home.php


Telephone (+971)43484999


Curriculum BritishandIB

BACKGROUND:

Anewcomertothescene,havingonlyopenedin2005,theWellingtonInternationalSchoolisoneofonlyahandfulof

schoolsrated“outstanding”bytheDubaiSchoolsInspectionBureauin2011.ThisexcellentEnglish-curriculumschool

acceptsstudentsfromtheFoundationStage(3yearsold)uptoYear13.AspartoftheGEMSeducationgroup,itisa

privateprofit-makingschool.Ithasfantasticstate-of-the-artfacilitiesincludingfullyinteractivewhiteboards,wireless

connectivityandlaptops,awell-equippedlibrary,dancestudio,dramastudio,café,threeartstudios,gym,Astroturf

field,anindoorandoutdoorswimmingpools,varioussport-specificcourtsandfieldsandevenitsowntelevisionand

radiostudio.


The GEMS Wellington International School is a truly ground-breaking learning environment that provides

exceptionally high standards of education to all the students. The school, spanning an area of eight acres,

offers a spectrum of facilities and resources that combines a world class education with distinctive, state-of-the-art

infrastructure. As students enter the school they will be presented with the latest technology-based learning resources

that will stimulate their senses. On entering the concourse they see the Creation Garden featuring exotic plant life and

flora, creating an ambiance rarely seen in schools.


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GEMS Wellington International School provided an outstanding quality of education. It had a very strong

commitment to developing each individual academically and also as a person. [...] At almost all levels, the quality

of teaching, learning and assessment were outstanding, with a commendable focus on developing a wide range of

learning skills through the school’s focus on students’ learning.


CURRICULUM:

WellingtonInternationalSchoolofferstheNationalCurriculumofEnglandandtheInternationalBaccalaureateDiploma

ProgrammeinYears12and13.TheNationalCurriculumforEnglandisabroadandbalancedcurriculumusedacross

theworld.Itemphasisesthedevelopmentofspecificskillsandcompetencies.

FEES:


dirhams($19,694or£12,296)ayearinYear13.Thefeesarepayablebeforethestartofeachofthethreeschoolterms

inunequalinstalments.

LOCATION:

GEMSWellingtonInternationalSchoolisinthePalmJumeirah.


At Wellington International School we aim to develop a number of personal qualities ‘The qualities of mind’

– curiosity, courage, investigation, experimentation, imagination, reasoning, sociability and reflection. We

want our students to cope confidently with difficulty and uncertainty – to be powerful real-life learners. Wellington

International School provides a vibrant, supportive and creative learning environment that encourages challenge,

curiosity and choice.

MelCurtis,Principal/CEO


I have friends with children at Wellington International and have only heard good reports about the school. The

children seem to be happy there, the facilities are very good and the standard of teaching is very high.

CommentonExpatArrivals.com

My kids are at Wellington, one in primary and one in secondary. Both are very happy and doing well academically.

Both have made great progress already this year. There’s a great atmosphere at the school and the admin staff

have been great.



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THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL

Address POBox38058,TheGardens,JebelAli,Dubai,UAE

Website www.thewinchesterschool.com

Email [email protected][email protected]

Telephone (+971)48820444


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

TheWinchesterSchoolaimstoprovideaffordable,good-qualityBritish-curriculumeducation.Theschoolhasa

3,300-strongstudentbodyrepresenting90nationalitiesandamulti-nationalstaff.Facilitiesaregoodandinclude

aspacious,multi-purposeauditorium,anumberofsportsfields,well-equippedartandmusicroomsandscience

laboratories,multi-mediacomputerlaboratoriesandtwowell-resourcedlibraries.There’sawiderangeofextra-

curricularactivitiesforanextrafee,includingeverythingfromclaymodellingtobadmintonandbasketball.Anumber

ofco-curricularactivitiesandevents–suchasspellingbees,debates,poetrycompetitionsandfieldtripsabroad–are

heldannually.


The Winchester School is situated in the heart of the tranquil residential community, ‘The Gardens’ in Jebel

Ali Village, Dubai. It is an international school teaching The National Curriculum for England. The school

started in 2003 and currently operates Year groups from Foundation Stage to Year 13. The school provides high

quality, affordable education to students of all nationalities. The elegant, spacious campus features aesthetically

designed domes, arches and pyramids and high ceilings to create the perfect ambience for a multi-cultural setting

that is conducive to learning.


The Winchester School provided a good level of education and had improved. The school focused on educating

the whole child, providing knowledge for life-long skills. Attitudes and behaviour were good across the school,

and relationships between staff and students were a key strength.

Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau, May 2012

CURRICULUM:

TheWinchesterSchoolofferstheNationalCurriculumforEnglandfromtheFoundationStagetoYear13,including

theIGCSEinYear10and11,aswellasALevelsandASLevelsinYear12and13.TheNationalCurriculumforEngland


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isabroadandbalancedcurriculumusedacrosstheworld.Itemphasisesthedevelopmentofspecificskillsand

competencies.

FEES:


dirhams($5,530or£3,527)ayearinYear13.Thefeesarepayablein10monthlyinstalments.

LOCATION:

OffSheikZayedRoadinJebelAliVillage,about30minutesfromthePalmJumeirah.


Frequently I am asked what makes Winchester so special. My answer is quite simple – people. Children,

who enhance and stimulate the environment, staff who really care and the lovely parents who support their

children and the school. I welcome you to contact us, visit the school, meet with us and be part of the school where

‘Every Child Matters’.

RanjuAnand,Principal

GEMS WORLD ACADEMY, DUBAI

Address POBox126260,AlBarshaSouth,Dubai,UAE

Website www.gemsworldacademy-dubai.com


Telephone (+971)43736373


Curriculum International

BACKGROUND:

GEMSWorldAcademyhasamulti-nationalstudentbodywithover1,000studentsonrole,10percentofwhomare

American.Havingopenedin2007,theschoolhasgonefromstrengthtostrength.Theexcellent,state-of-the-art

facilitiesincludeaplanetarium,roof-topPeaceGarden,spaciousandICT-richclassrooms,andaSymphonyCentrefor

theperformingarts.After-schoolactivitieschangeeverysemester,andincludeeverythingfromrockclimbingand

tennistonewspapersandpublicspeaking,inadditiontosomeadditionpaid-foractivitiesheldoffsite,suchasgolf

andskiing.Theschool’skindergartenfacilitiesareparticularlygood.There’sanafter-schoolcareprogrammeforpre-

kindergartenandkindergartenstudentsthatrunstill3:30pmeachday.


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GEMS World Academy - Dubai is an expatriate international school for young world citizens; a school where

students benefit from an education beyond the more traditional national curricula a student has usually

experienced before. GWA-Dubai provides an outstanding IBO program delivery for students aged 3 – 18, with the

integration of family values unlike any other school in the region. The principles of caring, contributing, and citizenship

within the school community life prevails.


The school’s arrangements for the health, safety and support of students remained outstanding. The facilities

and resources were also of outstanding quality. Outstanding leadership had informed school improvements and

growth, and leaders showed the capacity to make further developments.


CURRICULUM:

GEMSWorldAcademy-DubaihasafullIBWorldSchoolcurriculumprogrammeforGradesK-12.Attheseniorlevelthe

schooloffersboththeDiplomaProgramme(IBDP)andastandardinternationalhighschooldiploma.TheGWA-Dubai

philosophyisinternationalandeclectic,seekingoutgoodpracticefromAmericanschools,theSingaporeanscience

andmathscurriculum,andEuropeaninternationalschools.

FEES:

Annualfeesforthe2012/2013schoolyearrangefrom55,386dirhams(about$15,080or£9,602)upto96,140dirhams

(about$26,174or£16,668)inGrade12.

LOCATION:

GWAislocatedinAlBarshasouth,offAlKhailroad.Theschoolis20minutesfromthePalmJumeira10minutesfrom

theArabianRanches.


Ourvisionistoprovideaschoolinwhichstudentsbenefitfromaninternationaleducationdesignedforyoung

worldcitizens,basedonbestpractice,research,andaccreditationagencyendorsements.Thisisaplacethat

supportsgoodlearningandstudentachievements.Mostimportantisthatwegenuinelybelievethateachstudentis

uniqueandspecial.Therefore,personalizedlearningwithindividualtargetsandlearningskillsareparamount.Wework

inpartnershipwithfamilies.TeacherswillbesupportedwithIB,GEMS,andongoingprofessionaldevelopmenttoensure

studentsareassuccessfulaspossible.

DanE.Young,HeadofSchool/CEO


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GWA is a fantastic school. I have 2 children in Secondary there. I moved my children from another school after a

prolonged period of bullying. We’ve had no bullying problems at all at GWA. Academics are great, my children

actually say that they’re learning so much more now than they did at previous schools. I would recommend GWA to anyone.

I have friends with kids in elementary and they are all very happy too.

Parent,ExpatWomanforum,May2012

JUMEIRAH ENGLISH SPEAKING SCHOOL (JESS - JUMEIRAH)


Website www.jess.sch.ae/Home.aspx


Telephone (+971)43945515


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

Thisexcellentnon-profitschoolwasopenedin1975andhasabout700pupils.Itwasrated‘outstanding’bytheDubai

SchoolsInspectionBureauin2011and2012.Theschoolalsohasacomprehensivestafftrainingprogrammeand

strivesforexcellenceinteaching.JESShasaverygoodreputationamoungexpatparentsinDubaiforitsbonafide

opendoorpolicyandhighstandards.Ithasfantasticfacilitiesincludingtwotemperature-controlledswimmingpools,

sport-specificfieldsandcourtsandawell-equippedmusiccentrewithpracticerooms.Thereareextra-curricularclubs

forallkindsofsports,fromwater-polotohockey,aswellasnumerousmusicandperformingartsopportunities.Some

clubs,suchasskiing,horseridingandrockclimbing,takeplaceoffsite.


JESS Jumeirah is a very well established and well known school in Dubai. We have 690 students on roll ranging

from 3-11 years. The school has been in operation for over 30 years and during that time has built an excellent

reputation as a high achieving school academically as well as in the areas of music, sport and performing arts.


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The school continued to provide an outstanding quality of education within an ethos of continuous

improvement and shared responsibility. The quality of leadership of the school was outstanding, with all

leaders pursuing excellent outcomes for the students. Student leadership was a common feature of lessons and

activities with high levels of independence and initiative shown by students of all ages.


CURRICULUM:

Pupilsfollowthetwo-yearEarlyYearsFoundationStage,aUKEarlyYearscurriculumbasedonapractical,hands-on

approach,andbegintheNationalCurriculumforEnglandinYear1-6.TheNationalCurriculumsubjectsaredividedinto

thecoresubjectsoflanguage,mathematicsandscienceandthefoundationsubjectsofhistory,geography,art,design

technology,music,physicaleducation.Inaddition,pupilslearnArabicfromYear1andFrenchfromYear5.ICTisan

integralpartofthecurriculumandisusedacrossallsubjectareas.

FEES:

Annualfeesrangeforthe2011/2012yearare28,791dirhams($7,838or£4,904)intheFoundationStage,36,087

dirhams($9,824or£6,147)inPrimarySchool,61,944dirhams($16,864or£10,550)inSecondarySchooland70,746

dirhams($19,261or£12,050)intheSixthForm.Thereisalsoaregistrationfeeof300dirhamsandanacceptancefee

of500dirhams,bothnon-refundable.

LOCATION:

JESSJumeirahislocatedoffAlWaslRoadintheJumeirah2area,nearSheikZayedRoad.


The atmosphere at JESS is happy, child focused and one based on community. Pupils and adults of all ages

cooperate and function in a collegiate way, giving our school a unique and friendly feel. Pupils have a tangible

pride in their school and are encouraged to take on roles and responsibility within the school. Independence is fostered

within the children from an early age as it is a key skill in the development of life long learners.

JumeirahSeniorManagementTeam:MrsJacquiParr,MrDarrenCoulsonandMrsRuthBurke(HeadTeacher)


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RAFFLES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL


Website www.rafflesis.com


Telephone SouthCampus:+971(0)44271200WestCampus:+971(0)44271351/52


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

RafflesInternationalSchoolisopenedin2007,andhassincegrowntoconsistoftwocampusesandseveralnurseries.

Thetwocampuseshaveacombinedcapacityfor1,500pupils–SouthCampuscatersforkindergartentoGrade

8,whileWestCampuscatersfromkindergartentoGrade12.Facilitiesincludeclassroomsequippedwithlatest

instructionalaudio-visualfacilities,tutorialrooms,atheatre,artrooms,adancestudio,musicrooms,scienceand

computerlaboratories,asoccerfield,asportshall,swimmingpools,aswellasbasketball,badmintonandtennis

courts.Inadditiontoawidevarietyofsports,theco-curricularprogrammeincludesaprogrammeinmusic,dance,

dramaandtheatretodevelopconfidenceandcommunicationskills,whileinfinearts,studentslearnpainting,pottery

andceramics.Pupilsareallowedtotakeonefreeextra-curricularclassaweek,orasmanypaidclassesastheywish.

Thesevarywidelyandincludejazzballet,fencing,yogaandlanguagesamoungothers.


At Raffles, we take our responsibility for the education, care and welfare of each child very seriously as we help

establish the cornerstones that support the growth of life-long learners and ultimately, future strong, positive

and productive contributors to the communities in which they live in. Established in 2007, Raffles International School

now stands with 2 campuses and 9 nurseries. With students and staff from all over the world comprising of over 70

different nationalities, we have a truly international mix. All our academic staff is vastly experienced, highly qualified and

extensively trained.


The overall performance of Raffles International School - South Campus was good. Improvements had occurred

in several aspects of the school’s work. Leadership was good because there had been significant effort and

success in developing a cohesive team focused on improvement.

Raffles International School West had improved markedly since the previous inspection and now provided a good education

for its students. The good teaching throughout the school meant that students’ learning and progress were mostly good.

The positive ethos within classrooms stemmed from teachers’ confidence in their subjects and their respectful rapport

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CURRICULUM:

SouthCampus:Kindergarten1followstheMontessoricurriculum,whileKindergarten2combinesthiswiththe

IntegratedCambridgePrimarycurriculum.InGrades1-5,theessentialsubjectsarebasedontheCambridgePrimary.In

MiddleSchool(Grades6-8),theframeworkistheCambridgeSecondary1(CS1).Itensuresthatstudentsharnesstheir

fullpotentialandeffectivelyapplyknowledge,skillsandabilitiestoeachandeverysubjectarea.

WestCampus:RISWaimstogainauthorizationasanIBWorldSchool.TheschoolfollowstheIBPrimaryYearsProgram

(PYP)fromkindergartentoGrade5,thentheCambridgeLowerSecondaryProgrammeinGrades6–8,theCambridge

IGCSEExaminationProgrammeinGrades9-10,andfinishingwiththeIBDiplomaProgrammeinGrades11and12.

FEES:

Annualfeesfor2011/2012rangefrom25,000dirhams($6,806or£4,266)inKindergarten1upto70,000dirhams

($19,057or£11,945)forGrade12.Notethatfornewstudentsthereisalsoanon-refundableassessmentfeeof1000

dirhams($272or£170),andforallstudentayearlyregistrationfeeof500dirhams($136or£85)deductedfromthe

firstinstalment.AnnualfeesarepaidintwounequalinstalmentsinSeptemberandFebruary.

LOCATION:

RafflesInternationalSchoolcampusesarelocatedintheNewDubaiarea,betweenUmmSuqeimRoadand302

JumeirahRoad.SouthCampusissituatedon20thStreetandWestCampuson7thStreet.


As parents, you are encouraged to join in activities that help build the school community. The diversity of

our population may be recognized through the celebrating of events and holidays for each child’s home

country. You are urged to bring along artifacts of your country that may be shown to the students. Additionally,

many students have spent time living in other countries and these too may be talked about through special events.

We are all eager to know more about each other and through parents participating and supporting their children we

all can gain the knowledge.

DonavonReinsmoen,Superintendent-SouthCampus

Our ethos, philosophy and approach to learning and everything we do is totally international. The diversity of our

population is always considered such a positive attribute, and the attributes and attitudes from the IB Learner

Profile are such an important component of the school’s routine. We do encourage you to join in all of the activities of

the school. The success of any school is due to the partnership between parents, students and teachers and the wider

community. I do look forward to meeting you all.

BrianJ.Marquand,Principal-WestCampus


I’mreallyhappywithRafflesnursery!TeachersarefabandDSislearningsomuch!



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My son is at Raffles West Campus. While the last year was a disaster for the school, this year has been really

good. The new principal is doing a great job, and we are very happy with the organisation and communication

we are now getting from them. Both last year and this year my son has had awesome teachers and I’m pretty fussy so

that’s high praise indeed.


REGENT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL


Website www.risdubai.com


Telephone (+971)43608830


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

RegentInternationalSchoolisaninternational,UK-curriculumdayschoolforpupilsinYear1to12.Theschool

providesagood-quality,holisticeducationinasafeandnurturingenvironment.RIShasastate-of-the-art,purpose-

builtcampuswithover40classrooms,ICTtechnologythroughoutthecampus,multi-mediazonesandanetworked

library,fully-equippedscience,art,designandtechnology,musicandICTfacilities,outdoorplaygrounds,aswimming

pool,age-appropriateplaystructuresandanmulti-purposehall.Thereisawiderangeofextra-curricularactivities,

dependingonthegradelevel,includingeverythingfromskippingclubtoLegoclubforjuniorpupilstostringensemble,

schoolnewspaper,languageclubsandtraditionalsportsforolderstudents.


At RIS we are committed to the pursuit of excellence and leadership in our educational services and practices. We

provide students a high quality academically rigorous education within a caring and personalised setting. Our

curriculum is balanced by a range of extra-curricular and sports activities, and is enriched through the integration of a holistic

“Education in Human Values” (EHV) program which develops academic and emotional intelligence. We challenge our students

to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors to society.


Regent International School continued to provide a good quality holistic education for its students. There

was an extremely safe, caring and challenging environment for students. Students’ behaviour, self-discipline,


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consideration for others and attitudes to learning were outstanding. The curriculum was broad and balanced, but there

was scope for improved attainment in Islamic Education, Arabic as a first language and secondary science. In other key

subjects, students’ attainment and progress were good. The school maintained its outstanding levels of support for

students, as well as its good provision for their health and safety, its links with parents and its overall leadership.


CURRICULUM:

TheschoolofferstheNationalCurriculumforEnglandfromYear1to12,includingIGCSEandA/ASlevelsatthe

secondarylevel.

FEES:

Yearlyfeesrangefrom35,000dirhams($3,950or£2,538)inYear1to70,000dirhams($7,901or£5,076)inYear12.

LOCATION:

TheschoolissituatedinTheGreens,whichispartoftheEmiratesLivingCommunity,nexttotheEmiratesGolfClub.


What is the difference between one school and the next? The answer is the ethos of the school which defines

how the education is delivered and the how the learning environment is created. At Regent International

School, we impart an education anchored on three foundations: Enriched Content, Effective Curriculum Delivery and

Assessment for Learning. We aim to offer parents complete peace of mind assuring that we will not only prepare your

child academically but also emotionally in readiness to meet life’s challenges.

RISSeniorManagementTeam

REPTON SCHOOL DUBAI


Website www.reptondubai.org


Telephone (+971)44269393


Curriculum British

BACKGROUND:

Althoughonlyopenedin2009,ReptonSchoolhasalreadymadeitsmarkasatopBritish-curriculumschoolinDubai.

ModelledonanestablishedEnglishboardingschool,Reptonplacesanemphasisonacademicachievementaswellas


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astrongsportingculture.Theschoolhasstate-of-the-art,modernfacilitiesona1.3-millionsquarefootcampusinNad

AlShebawithover1,700pupils.NeverthelessReptonbelievesthateachchildhasindividualneedstobecherished

andnurtured.Thereisanexcellentvarietyofafter-schoolactivitiescateringforindividualtalentsandteamwork.

Theseincludeweighttraining,documentaryclub,astronomyclub,scubadivingandyoga,amoungmanyothers.Sport

istakenseriouslywithanumberofinter-schoolandinter-housesportingfixturesduringtheyear.Mainsportsinclude

rugby,football,cricketandswimmingforboysandnetball,football,roundersandswimmingforgirls.


Repton Dubai is one of the most exciting and leading educational communities in the world. It is a truly international

school firmly based in the UAE with a very distinctive British flavour in which, because of its boarding provision,

a vibrant multi-cultural learning community is developing. Welcoming families from all nationalities, Repton School in

Dubai offers the very best in British education for children aged between 3 and 18, within the context of an international

boarding community, and epitomised by the school’s philosophy of ‘the best for every child’.


Repton School provided a good quality of education, with several important strengths. Attainment and progress,

curriculum and quality of teaching, learning and assessment were outstanding at Foundation Stage. At other

phases of the school, attainment in English, mathematics and science was good and acceptable in Islamic Education and

Arabic. Students’ personal and social development was good.


CURRICULUM:

TheschoolfollowstheEnglishNationalCurriculumfromtheEarlyYearsFoundationStageuptoIGSCEinYear10-11

andASandALevelsinYear12-13.ReptonisalsoanIBWorldSchoolofferingtheInternationalBaccalaureateDiploma

inYear12-13.

FEES:

Feesarepayableinfourinstalments;aninitialfeeof10,000dirhams($2,722or£1,619)followedbythreeinstalments

atthestartofeachterm.2012/2013fees(includingtheinitialfee)rangefrom42,500dirhams($11,571or£7,187)in

theNurseryandReceptionyearsupto85,000dirhamsforYear13($23,141or£14,375).Annualboardingfees(Year

6-13only)rangefrom109,000dirhams($26,946or£18,434)upto145,000dirhams($39,477or£24,523),depending

onwhetherthechildisaweeklyorfullboarder.Therearealsoregistrationandassessmentfeesamountingto1,500

dirhams,adepositof50,000dirhams,andextrafeesforschoollunches.

LOCATION:

ReptonSchoolisjustoffEmiratesRoadinNadAlSheba3.


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We are proud of both our 21st century international nature and of the traditions and core values which have been

derived from our strong links with the culture of the Emirates and our partnership with Repton in Derbyshire,

England. Repton School’s 450 year history has enabled it to develop a mature and clearly effective school which has

been able to mould and bring out the true potential of its pupils. We are fortunate to have been able to draw on the

educational knowledge and expertise from our sister school and thus combine the very best of the new with the very best

of the British educational system. I am delighted that our links with Repton are so strong and that these will continue to

grow in the years to come.

JonathanHughesD’Aeth,Headmaster


In my opinion, very few schools in Dubai can match Repton. As challenging as it might be, they seem to maintain a

profoundly strong balance between academics, athletics and extra-curricular activities for pupils. Their location is

quite ideal too, secluded and easy to reach from Emirates and Al Khail Roads. The only drawback are their high fees.

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