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The best nurseries, schools and universities in Dubai and the UK

Your essential guide

to Dubai’s nurseries,

schools & universities

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The 10 questions you need answered before you choose the perfect nursery for your child

The facts on a Dubai education by the people who know best - the city’s Headmasters and Principals.

How does the IB Diploma compare to the UK national curriculum? Two experts thrash it out.

...to the inaugural issue of Better Education, an annual publication for parents in Dubai. We have compiled this guide as a solid base of reference to help you make an informed decision about which of the city’s schools, universities and nurseries are best for your children. For further research on schools – both state and private – we recommend a visit to khda.gov.ae, where, from May 2009, you’ll find details of the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), who have spent the past year grading schools from outstanding through to unsatisfactory.

How This Guide WorksWhen we devised this guide it was our aim to make it as user-friendly as possible, so that the information is easily accessible. As such, the schools and nurseries are first listed in order of the curriculum they teach, then alphabetically. In the universities section, you’ll find a breakdown of courses followed by alphabetically-sorted listings of the institutions. We wish you luck in your search and hope you find the perfect place for your child!

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Disclaimer We contacted the city’s schools, universities and nurseries and offered them the opportunity to list their information in the guide free of charge. Those not listed asked for us not to include their informa-tion in this guide. And those with ‘Info on request’ in their listings details asked that parents contact them directly for certain information.

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1. Is the nursery safe? Being sure that your child is in a safe environment is of paramount importance. You can assess the level of safety as you look around the nursery. Are there safety gates that ensure that the children cannot wander off the site? Is there a system in place at the beginning and the end of the day to ensure that children do not wander out with other children? How do visitors gain access during the day? Check that plugs are covered, that internal gates are kept closed, and that fire exit routes and equipment are well signposted. Ask what the procedures are when a child gets injured and whether there is a trained school nurse. What are the ratios of staff to children – is the staff big enough to ensure good supervision?

2. Are the children well cared for emotionally? Is there a policy for settling in and do the children have one key person with whom they can have a trusting and safe relationship?

Are children treated in a kind and caring way, with adults speaking to children in a positive manner? Every child is unique and deserves to be treated as an individual. Do staff know each child and are they able to respond to their needs and interests?

3. Is the nursery clean and hygienic? Young children are vulnerable to germs and not old enough to carry out hygienic

practices independently. It is important that there are

procedures to minimise risks. What routines does the

nursery have in place to ensure that everything is kept clean – toys, bathrooms, kitchens,

changing areas etc?

4. Are parents valued?

Parents are their children’s key educator. Does the nursery welcome

this and value all parents, with regular contact and good communication?

5. Is the environment enriching? Is the nursery well maintained and bright? Are there examples of children’s work well displayed? Are the resources varied and adequate? Are there different areas in which the children can play?

Choosing your child’s nursery is one of the most important decisions you make on their behalf, and it’s essential you find a place where they’ll be happy and well cared for. Education expert Sarah Rogers gives her ten point plan of questions to ask to make sure you make the right choice…

“Children need routines

and boundaries. Having clear behavioural expectations allows all children to enjoy being

at nursery...”

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6. Is there enough space to play? There should be adequate space – both indoors and outside – to allow children to play happily and safely.

7. What is the background of the staff? Are staff trained to work with young children, understanding how young children learn and how to care for each unique individual? Trained and experienced staff will be able to meet children’s needs by providing for the next step in their learning. Are the staff good role models to the children? Children learn by watching the people around them and will pick up on the ways that adults talk to each other and how they conduct themselves.

8. Are there behavioural expectations and routines? Children need routines and boundaries. They need to know what to expect and to understand how their day is going to progress. Having clear behavioural expectations allows all children to enjoy being at nursery. Parents can see evidence of this in the way that the days’ activities are structured, how the children behave and how staff respond to undesirable behaviour.

9. Are the activities age-appropriate? Young children learn best through being

involved in active play. Through play children learn to be inde-pendent and try out their ideas about the world, making connections between past and present learning. Children should be actively playing for most of their day and not sitting for long periods of time.

10. How convenient is the location? If you can find a nursery that is close to your home that meets all the above criteria – even better! Walking to nursery is so much nicer than having to sit in traffic for long periods of time. If the nursery is further away from your home, ask if any other parents come from your area - it is good to have someone to lift-share with, either on a regular or an occasional basis.

SickNote Once you’ve chosen your nursery you need to give some thought to what you’d do in the event of your child being poorly – no nursery will take your child on days that it’s sick, so think about alternative care arrangements in advance so that you have back-up ready, willing and able to support you. Bear in mind that this can happen quite often when your child begins nursery – new friends bring new germs!

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Mr Andy HomdenIs the Principal of the Dubai British School

Mr David ImpeyIs the Principal of Dubai International Academy

Mr Jason KirwinIs Principal ofEmirates International School

Dr. Robert SpellmanIs Headmasterof the American Community School of Sharjah

Mr Geoff TurnerIs Executive Principal of Wellington Int. School

Mr David CookIs the Headmasterof Repton School in Dubai

What advice would you give to parents seeking school places for their children?

AH Narrow your search to the kind of curriculum you are looking for and be sure that the school’s location will suit the whole family, based on where you work and live. You can get a feel for a new school by looking at the website - which can tell you so much more about the school than what curriculum it follows. Does a strong sense of identity emerge? How current is the news and infor-mation? Then visit the school and see if your initial impressions are borne out by the experience of a visit.

DC I agree that a school’s website can be incredibly useful, prior to visiting the school.

Just how do you begin the search for a school in Dubai and what will your child’s education be like? To help you answer these pressing questions, we sought the views of some of the brightest educational minds in the city...

THE HEADS

Plus, if you have friends in Dubai ask them what schools they recommend - the best recommendation for a school is word of mouth.

”Be sure that

the school’s location will suit the whole family,

based on where you work and where

you live”

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GT But websites can be superficial and are geared to attracting a visit, so be sure to visit the school during term time so you can see it in action. Undoubtedly the best measure of any school is your view of it as a working place.

JK Echoing Andrew’s comments, checking to see if a school is in close proximity to where you live is important. Also, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) - the regulatory body for schools in Dubai - is a valuable source of information for parents.

DI I think it’s advisable to apply to at least three schools, in order of preference, as waiting lists, especially in elementary schools, tend to be very long. Another thing to consider is the possibility of an entrance exam. At my school, all students at all levels have to pass an entrance exam, so parents should enquire about the nature of it and ensure that their child is suitably prepared.

RS I’d advise parents to become educated consumers of what your child is being taught. Anyone can buy a nice package but it is in the

delivery that makes the difference. When done correctly, schools are places where families feel welcomed and teachers feel empowered.

What particular benefits does a Dubai education offer to expatriate children?

GT Schools here tend to work with families who are outgoing and achievement orientated – the families themselves are risk takers, people who want something a little different. So children mix with other positive, outward looking people with a can-do attitude. This helps develop self esteem and a confidence in trying new things.

JK Without a doubt, I believe that expatriate children studying in Dubai schools experience learning in world-class environments.

“Visit the school

during term time...the best measure of any school is your view of it

as a working place “

“Without a doubt, I believe

that expatriate children studying in Dubai schools

experience learning in world-class environments”


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Children are provided with an opportunity to develop as internationally-minded people. Classroom learning is designed to draw upon the diverse backgrounds and nationalities of their fellow classmates and the academic faculty, with facilities that are continually being updated.

DI I’d say that children here have increased awareness of and respect for others, the ability to adapt and cope with change, and increased consciousness of global inter-connectedness.

DC I agree. It gives them a fantastic international perspective and encourages them to see the world rather than an insular view of just one country. It’s a great experience and will help build their confidence.

RS It’s all about discovery and a Dubai education provides opportunities that can be

found no place else in the world. Education is about rigor, relevance and rapport. A Dubai education will increase all three of these areas, with high expectations, teachers making the experiences highly relevant and every-one meeting new people.

AH Yes, let’s not forget the teachers. They are high flyers – talented, committed and they put the kids at the centre of what they do. They have initiative, taking the trouble to do things well and asking how we can do it better.

What is done by Dubai schools to ease the educational and cultural transition of children and parents moving to Dubai from abroad?

GT I guess each school is different, but we have a team of staff dedicated to new parents


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and we have briefing workshops where we deal with the educational context we deliver, so people understand our curriculum and assessment process. We try to review this regularly with parents.

AH Well, changing schools is never easy, and a good international school knows this and acts accordingly. It can be difficult. There is a far higher student turnover in the international school population than at home. The important thing for any parent is that they must not hesitate to contact the school if there are any concerns whatsoever. Good schools give parents the confidence to do just this.

JK Cultural transition issues are identified early as part of our school’s welfare structure. And the most important element is that staff members are always available to children and parents to discuss matters arising from cultural transition and moving to Dubai.

DI The IB curriculum that DIA follows through-out is itself an amalgamation of teaching practices from different national curricula, which makes it easier to integrate students

from a variety of educational backgrounds. A well-structured system of academic monitoring and pastoral care ensures that students very quickly settle in and start to achieve in their new environment.

DC At Repton we carry out an induction not only for students but also for parents before they begin, to help ease them into their new surroundings. There is always a member of staff available to provide help and guidance to students to ensure they settle in as quickly as possible both socially and educationally.

RS Before they’ve even arrived I tell all my staff that the last part of their job description is “Camp Counselor”, meaning that our jobs extend to welcoming all into their new home. From the moment we start interviewing people we make it clear that any question can be asked and answered.

“Changing schools is never

easy, and a good international school knows this and acts

accordingly”

“Classroom learning is

designed to draw upon the diverse backgrounds

and nationalities of the children’s classmates”


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It was often the case that the teaching programme of choice at international schools was the UK national curriculum. But more and more schools are now adopting the International Baccalaureate (IB). So how do the two compare? We asked an experienced teacher of each curriculum for their views…

How flexible is the curriculum in terms of allowing children to specialise in their favoured subjects?MB The IB offers a very broad curriculum, with students choosing subjects across six areas; literature, modern foreign languages, social sciences, experimental sciences, mathematics and the arts. The structure of the course is also relatively flexible, meaning that students can specialise in various areas, choosing two sciences or two arts subjects etc. should they so wish, whilst retaining a broad and balanced programme of study.

MA The UK national curriculum is a prescribed curriculum. However, good schools underpin this curriculum by ensuring that it is skills-focused, so as to ensure that the skills and competencies required for living and working in today’s society are fully developed.

As students move through the key stages there are increasing opportunities for them to follow their preferred areas of study.

Are there social, cultural or community elements to the curriculum? MB ‘Internationalism’, or in today’s context ‘Globalism’, underpins the learning and teaching that occurs in the IB Diploma Programme. All subjects have to include aspects which encourage students to understand their surroundings and the world in which they live. Students are required to actively apply this knowledge through the CAS (Creativity, Action and Service) programme, which is a compulsory element of the IB Diploma Programme. The CAS requirement takes seriously the importance of life outside of the academic world for the benefit of others in the wider community.

THE EXPERTS International BaccalaureateMichael Bloy is IBDP Coordinator at JESS Arabian Ranches. Prior to his current posting he taught at UK state schools for 13 years.

UK Curriculum Margaret Atack is Director of International Schools at GEMS. She joined GEMS in 2005 after many years teaching at the highest level in the UK.

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MA Personal, social, moral and cultural education has a high profile throughout the curriculum. In addition, GEMS’ core values give priority to the development of leadership qualities, world citizenship, universal values and forward thinking, so you get a very rounded education.

How does sport factor in to the curriculum?MB Sport enters into the IB curriculum in a variety of guises and there are different ways in which sport can be undertaken. Students can learn a new sport, such as rock-climbing, or they may wish to share and apply their knowledge and love of a particular sport by studying for a sports leader award and coaching teams lower down the school.

MA Physical education is a compulsory element of the UK curriculum. It covers games,

athletics, dance and gymnastics. But it doesn’t have to end there. GEMS schools, for example, operate a range of extra-curricular activities, including golf and horse riding.

What sort of qualifications can you gain through the curriculum, and how are they viewed by international universities?MB The IB Diploma Programme is just that: a programme of study. This means that students gain one qualification when they leave – the IB Diploma. There is much anecdotal evidence to suggest that universities worldwide actively recruit IB students ahead of students who have studied other pre-university programmes, due to the rigour of the course and the thinking and research skills with which it equips students to succeed at university.

MA The UK national curriculum grants students the opportunity to obtain ‘A’ levels, which are effectively a universal currency, as with them students can enter prestigious universities across the globe.

“Universities actively recruit

IB students ahead of students who

have studied other pre-university programmes”

“Personal, social, moral and cultural

education has a high profile throughout the

(UK) curriculum”

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While compiling this guide for the parents of Dubai, we came across the work of THE Onederworld, THE One’s campaign to aid overlooked communities across the globe. And having identified the education of children as a cornerstone of their work, we were keen to champion THE One’s campaign in the belief that an education is the right of everyone. This is the story of their work…

“It’s hard to explain the emotions that welled up within me when we were met by the entire village of nearly 500 people, who had spent the last six months building a 3.5km road to the village, just in order to welcome us,” blogged Thomas Lundgren of THE One, remembering his journey to the Pimbiniet community in Kenya, the first village to benefit from THE Onederworld programme. “It’s amazing how people that in our eyes, and according to our society, have so little, [have] so much more happiness to give.”

Born of THE One’s desire to help shape a better world, the big idea of THE Onederworld is a ‘one-on-one store-village adoption programme’, which basically means that each of THE One’s stores will eventually support a village, working with the villagers to enhance their community. Which villages will they choose? “We are focusing on neglected regions in the world where our employees come from, our manufacturers are based or wherever it just makes sense to help out,” reasons Thomas. And that means places like

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Pimbiniet, Kenya, where problems are

rife, including child labour, exploitation of minors and minimal opportunities for girls. But this isn’t a simple handout. On the contrary, each village will work hard in harmony with THE Onederworld

volunteers as it bids to become self-sufficient within five years. If the programme is to succeed, education will have to play a pivotal role – and so it will be given the support it needs. For a start, THE One will not only fund the building of a school in each village – which it hopes will become the cornerstone of the community – but also provide the help

The Lundgren family visited Pimbiniet to kick off THE Onederworld’s first project in conjunction with Free The Children. Here they are with Craig Kielburger, founder of Free the Children

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“We are focusing on neglected regions in the world where our employees come from, our manufacturers are based or wherever it makes sense to help out“

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HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED If you’d like to support THE Onederworld in its quest to provide a better education, there are various ways to do so. Simply buying something from THE One will help – it’s their goal to operate 99 stores by the year 2020, and for every store opened another village will be supported. But you can also make a simple donation or, if you wish to provide something other than financial support, you can accompany THE One’s staff on a school-building trip to one of their villages. To find out more visit: www.theoneplanet.com

and resources necessary for the school to secure teachers’ salaries and purchase educational materials, such as desks, chairs, uniforms, sports equipment and books. The things that are a given for our own children, but the realisation of a dream for others.

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Dubai has dozens of nurseries, ranging from small villa-based spots to huge operations catering for hundreds of children. Before you flip inside and start checking out the options, make sure to check out page two for our need-to-know guide to how pick the perfect place...

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Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 1.5 to 4Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 7,100-7,800

Mother Care NurseryBehind Shangri-la Hotel, Near Canadian University.04 349 6955

Activities Swimming, Art Craft, Ballet & Sports courtsHours of operation 8am-2pm, 2pm-6pm

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2 to 4Term dates On requestFees On request

My NurseryAl Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 1120mynursery.ae

Activities On requestHours of operation On request

Curriculum IndianAge 2 to 4Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-MarFees AED 1,050 per month

New Dubai Nursery Mankool Road, Bur Dubai04 398 4900 newdubainursery.com

Activities Swimming, art and craftHours of operation 8am-11.45am

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Apr-Aug, Sep-MarFees AED 700 per month

World NurseryAl Qusais Opp. Bustan Centre04 261 3025worldnursery.com

Activities Oral activities, craftwork and writing skillsHours of operation 8.30am to 11.30 am

Curriculum InternationalAge 2 to 5Term dates Sep-Jan Jan-JunFees AED 10,000-15,000 per term

Children’s Garden Dubai Green Community04 885 3484 childrensgarden.ae

Activities Art, swimming and musicHours of operation 7.45am-2pm

Curriculum InternationalAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees AED 6,500-8,900 per term

Tender Love and Care Nursery Boutique Office Villa 23 Dubai Media City04 367 1636tenderloveandcare.com

Activities Music, gym & water playHours of operation 7.30am-5pm


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Curriculum InternationalAge 4 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Jan-DecFees AED 600-AED 950 per month

The Primary NurseryAbu Baker Al Sideeq Road, Abu Hail Area near Dubai Women’s Association04 269 5828primarynursery.com

Activities Swimming and ice skating and outdoor tripsHours of operation 7am-7.30pm

Curriculum InternationalAge 40 days to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Aug Summer CampFees On request

Wisdom International Nursery & Daycare51 Street, Villa 6, Jumeirah 1, Behind Dubai Zoo 04 344 6371

Activities Play and learn, Montessori and swimmingHours of operation 8am-5.30pm

Curriculum Learn through play / MontessoriAge From 16 monthsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 10,800-25,725 per year

Little Land Nursery and Montessori CentreJumeirah Beach Road / junction of Al Manara Street04 394 4471

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, cooking, music and movement.Hours of operation 8am-12: 30pm Sun-Thurs. Early and late class available on request



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Curriculum Learn through playAge 2 to 4Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 2,000-7,200

Art and Educational Centre at Sharjah Ladies Club – Bumble Bee ProgramSharjah Ladies Club06 506 7733slc.ae

Activities Language development, mathematical development, good manners, physical development, outdoor play, art/craft, music and movement, sports and gym, audio visual, educational TV, library time, songs, stories.Hours of operation 9am-12:30 pm, day care 1pm-7pm


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Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 7Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Dubai Autism CenterDiyafa Road, Villa no. 2004 398 6862dubaiautismcenter.ae

Activities Special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, movement therapy, music therapy, art therapy and computer literacy.Hours of operation 8am-1.30pm

Curriculum TailormadeAge 2 to 5Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

Childrens Garden Dubai Green Community04 885 3484 childrensgarden.ae

Activities Art StudioHours of operation On request

Curriculum Theme-basedAge 6 months to 4Term dates On requestFees On request

Rising Stars NurseryUm-Suquiem 2, near the new Raffles International School, North Campus.04 348 8805risingstarsnursery.com

Activities Brightly coloured indoor playroom, large outdoor play area, tricycle and car track, sand pit, water splash area, dining/snack room with child-sized dining tables, nurse’s room.Hours of operation Daily 8am-12.30pm. Early drop-off option from 7.30am to 8am. Late class from 12.30pm to 2pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months-4.5 yearsTerm dates Up to 50 weeks - academic term optionsFees ranges from AED 7700 (term)-39,500 (annual)

Blossom Childrens NurseryUmm Al Sheif / Umm Suqeim 304 348 6275 / 055 NURSERYtheblossomnursery.com

Activities Literacy, numeracy and Taking Care Of Our World curriculum; waterplay, bike track, planting, softplay, Exploratorium and Sensory Zones, all meals provided. CCTV and fingerprint access system.Hours of operation 7.30am-8am start -7pm flexible pick-ups at 1pm-3pm/5pm-7pm

Curriculum MontessoriAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr Apr-JunFees AED 5,100–6,200 per term

Tiny Home Montessori NurseryBeside Mercato centre Beach Road, Jumeirah04 349 3201tiny-home.com

Activities Music and movement sessions, field trips, water play, show and tell, French and ArabicHours of operation 8am-12.30pm

TIM MARTEL, PARENT - SMART CHILDRENS NURSERY (P24)“Smart Childrens Nursery is a welcoming place – the headmistress was very open with us and showed us around on a Saturday when the nursery was actually closed. There is a structured plan and routine even for the kids who are under two and the nursery timings are flexible so we don’t have to cut our working day short.”



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Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4Term dates Sep 6-Dec 17,Jan 3-Apr 1, Apr 18-Jun 30, Jul-Aug Fees AED10,560-46,840 per year

Children’s OasisThe Lakes – relocation to be advised (see website for details)04 390 5010 childrensoasisnursery.com

Activities Singing with Ms. Fran, weekly cooking and computer sessions, music fun with Pete, movement with The Ballet Center and playball. Hours of operation Sun-Thur 8am-12:30pm or 8am-2pm or 8am-5pm or 2pm-5pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4Term dates Sep 6-Dec 17,Jan 3-Apr 1, Apr 18-Jun 30, Jul-Aug Fees AED10,560-46,840 per year

Children’s Oasis /Kidz Inc NurseriesUmm Suqueim + 2 relocations to be advised04 348 8981 childrensoasisnursery.com

Activities Singing with Ms. Fran, weekly cooking and computer sessions, music fun with Pete, movement with The Ballet Center and playball. Hours of operation Sun-Thur 8am-12:30pm or 8am-2pm or 8am-5pm or 2pm-5pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 4Term dates Sep-DecFees On request

Cocoon Nursery Jumeirah 3 / Umm Suqeim04 394 9394 cocoonnursery.com

Activities Show and tell, simple science, junior chef, brain gym, library, creative movement, singing, sand and water area, theme days and concerts, pet zone.Hours of operation On request

Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun.Fees On request

British Orchard Nursery Mankhool and Jumeirah04 398 3536 britishorchardnursery.com

Activities Indoor and outdoor play area, pool, ball pool, road track, sandpit, dollhouse, soft play, ibrary, cookery room, music and movement, water play, Picasso art. Hours of operation 7.30am-5pm


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Curriculum UKAge Lower Nursery 1.5 to 2.5 Upper Nursery 2.5 - 3.5Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Dubai Gem NurseryJumeirah, before Iranian hospital04 345 3550

Activities P.E, music, annual concert, sports day, picnics, TV cartoon shows.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 5Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,600 per year

Dubai Infants NurseryOud Metha Road04 337 1463

Activities Garden activitiesHours of operation 8am-12.45 pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 (Mirdif), 11 months to 4 (Umm Suquiem)Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

Emirates British NurseryMirdif04 288 9222Umm Suquiem04 348 9996ebninfo.ae

Activities On requestHours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm

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Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4Term dates Monthly basisFees On request, on a per hour basis (minimum 4 hours)

Hummingbird Nursery Dubai Dubai International Financial Center04 370 0449 hummingbird.ae

Activities Indoor and outdoor gamesHours of operation 7am to 7pm

Curriculum UKAge 1.8 to 4Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 5,500-8,000 per term

Jebel Ali Village Nursery/Marina VillageMarina Branch, Meadows Branch,Arabian Ranches Branch, Jebel Ali Branch04 424 3791jebelalinursery.com

Activities Field trips, festivals, arts and crafts, talks from visiting professionals (doctors, firemen, policement etc.)Hours of operation 8am-5.30pm

Curriculum UKAge 4 months to 4Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 7,350-8,700 per term

Jumeirah International Nursery Al SafaAl Wasl branch opp. Emirates Post Office04 394 5567 jinschools.com

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, music and movement.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-12.30pm. Early Class from 7.30am-8am, after care programme from 12.30pm-5pm

Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

Kids Cottage NurseryUmm Suquiem 1, Beach Road04 394 2145kids-cottage.com

Activities Music and Movement by Kindermusik.Hours of operation 7.30am-4pm


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Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4Term dates Sep-AprilFees AED 6,150-7,000 per term.

Jumeirah International Nursery-Al WaslJumeirah, off Al Wasl Rd, opposite Jumeirah Post Office04 349 9065 jinschools.com

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, music and movement.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-12.30pm. Early Class from 7.30am-8am, after care programme from 12.30pm-5pm

Curriculum UKAge 13 months to 3Term dates Sep-Dec , Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees Registration fee of AED 3,800 of which AED 3,000 is deductable against term fees

Kids Island Nursery Dubai 04 394 2578 / 79 kidsislandnursery.com

Activities Art & craft, singing, storysacks, cooking, fun experiments, educational brain gym, music and movement.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm with extended hours to 2.15pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4Term dates Sep 6-Dec 17,Jan 3-Apr 1, Apr 18-Jun, Jul -Aug Fees AED 10,560-46,840 per year

Kidz Inc NurseryDubai Marina – relocation to be advised (see website for details)04 390 5100 childrensoasisnursery.com

Activities Singing with Ms. Fran, weekly cooking and computer sessions, music fun with Pete, movement with The Ballet Center and playball. Hours of operation Sun-Thur, 8am-12.30pm or 8am-2pmor 8am-5pm or 2pm-5pm

Curriculum UKAge 2 months - 4½Term dates September 6- Dec 17, Jan 3-Apr 1, Apr 18- Jul 1, Summer School Jul 4-Aug 19Fees On request

Little Wings Nursery Dubai Villa 43, Street 2b, Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 204 349 0553 lwi-nursery.com

Activities Singing, dancing, indoor play, library, art, theatre, watching (educational) movies, brain gym, yoga, playing in the garden, sandpit play, cycling, hopscotch. Hours of operation 7.30am-7pm

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4Term dates Open all year – 5 terms and a summer campFees AED 2,500-6,250 per term

Little WondersJumeirah 3, Dubai04 3949881littlewonders.ae

Activities Wide range of activities linked to the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculumHours of operation 7am-6pm

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

London and Paris International NurseryVilla 831, Jumeirah Rd., opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel04 348 00 77lpnursery.net

Activities Billingual education - French and English, swimming, ballet and piano lessons for 3 to 4 year oldsHours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm


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Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Small Steps NurseryMirdif04 288 3347

Activities PlaygroundsHours of operation 8am-1.30pm

Curriculum UKAge 18 m to 4Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 4,400-6,300 per term

Small World NurseriesOpposite the Beach Club in Beach Road04 349 0770/ 04 348 0788smallworldnurserydubai.com

Activities Computer area with educational software, library and outside playscapes, with shaded areas.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm

Curriculum UKAge 11 months to 4Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees AED 6,000-7,000 per term

Super Kids NurseryMirdif Villa 99 Street 2304 288 1949superkidsnursery.com

Activities Music and artHours of operation 8am-3pm

Set up in 1997, Smart Children’s Nursery is a lively haven in a quiet street in Al Jafliya, not far from the World Trade Centre. It offers kids excellent standards of care, with a team of British, South African and Australian staff teaching the British curriculum. The Nursery is well set up for working mothers, offering a crèche for babies from just one month old. Older children take part in painting, colouring and music, both in a group and one-to-one. They are also given experience in the computer room and taught reading and writing skills, through the use of phonetics and flashcards. Smart Children’s Nursery offers field trips in winter, as well as karate, ballet and movement to music. It gives kids regular swimming sessions and has an annual sports day and concert, attended by parents.

The classes...Ladybirds 1 month - 17 monthsSnails 18 months – 2 yearsButterflies 2 years – 2.5 yearsAnts 2.5 years – 3 yearsBees 3 years – 3.5 yearsCaterpillars 3.5 years – 4.5 years

To organise a tour of the nursery, contact Principal Sushila Rai on 04 398 0074 050 575 7668

info@smartchildrensnurserydubai.comsmartchildrensnurserydubai.com

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Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 3 years 8 monthsTerm dates Jan-Apr , Apr-Jun ,Sep-DecFees AED 7,700-10,600 per term

The Knightsbridge NurseryUmm Suquiem 304 348 1666theivychild.com

Activities Phonics, French, music, baking, waterplay zone, large outdoor play area.Hours of operation 7.30am-6pm

Curriculum UKAge 20 months to 4Term dates On requestFees AED 3,100-5,000 per term

The New Nursery School20B St Jumeirah 3 off Umm Al Sheif St, between Spinney’s Umm Suquiem and Dubai sailing club (DOSC)04 394 9961

Activities Art, craft, singing, pre-school activities, bicycling/buggying, swings, sports and climbing.Hours of operation 8am - noon and late class 1pm

Curriculum UKAge On requestTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees On request

The Palms NurseryStreet 25b Villa 45 Beach Road04 394 7017palmsnursery.com

Activities Riding bicycles, puzzles, games, indoor toys, books, painting.Hours of operation 8am-1.30pm

Curriculum UKAge 1 month to 4.5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-AugFees On request

Smart Childrens NurseryAl Jafliya04 398 0074smartchildrensnurserydubai.com

Activities Ballet, movement to music, swimming, karate, field tripsHours of operation 7am-7.30pm (8am-11.40am are study hours)


Basateen ... A Safe PreschoolWhere Your Child Will Be Treasured

British Institute for

Learning Developmentin association with the

St Andrews International School

The Creative Approachto Schooling

The British Institute’s Sensational Learning Programme is based on the belief that children’s learning capabilities can improve where children receive personal coaching to develop the sensory systems of the mind and body. Our research shows that intelligence and cognitive performance can significantly increase even within one year.

St Andrews College International, the parent company of the British Institute, is a registered international school with FES - the management company for the Royal Dutch Shell Schools - and uses the IPC - UK curriculum.

The IPC allows us to motivate children toward achieving academic skills and their personal goals. It also allows us to develop their ‘talent’s so the children can increase their ability for intellectual reasoning.

43a Street, Jumeriah 3Dubai PO Box 65725Tel: 04-394 5907Email: [email protected]

www.british-ild.com www.sta-college.com

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Dubai has some truly world-class schools on offer, some with awe-inspiring facilities (in-house planetarium, anyone?). Standards of teaching are high and are being pushed forward by ratings bodies like the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau report, whose report is out as of May 2009 on www.khda.gov.ae.

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Curriculum Arabic/ French/ UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec/Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 13,400-30,600Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha Al Barsha04 347 8288 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/ French /UKAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 13,400-30,600Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Garhoud Garhoud04 285 1415 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/UAEAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-MayFees AED 9,000-12,500Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Shorouq Private School Jumeirah 104 344 0765 alshorouq.net

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities On request

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2.5 to 15Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,700-21,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Salam Private School Al Nahda / Al Ghusais04 267 9594 alsalamschool.sch.ae

Facilities Clinic.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, ballet, football, karate, horse riding, ice skating.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3.5 to 16.5Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 5,400-7,800Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Arab Unity School Rashidiya04 288 6226, 04 288 6227 arabunityschool.com

Facilities On requestExtra-curricular activities On request

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees On request Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Thuraya School Garhoud04 282 4964 althuraya.ae

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, Skiing


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Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 12,000-20,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai International School Garhoud04 282 3513 dis.sch.ae

Facilities Library, pool, gym, computer lab and English lab.Extra-curricular activities Karate, tennis, volleyball, basketball and football.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees AED13,225-25,000 Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International Academic School Dubai Al Warqaa 104 280 0993 ias-dubai.com

Facilities Pool, gym, soccer field, basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Football, volleyball, after school club.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, April-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Sharjah American International School Al Warq’aa 106 538 0000saisuae.com

Facilities Internet connections in all classrooms, computer labs, prayer rooms, music room, art room, clinic, multi purpose gymnasium, pool.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, soccer and volleyball.

Curriculum FilipinoAge 4 to 14Term dates Aug-MayFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

United International Private School Al Qusais04 254 3888 uips.ae

Facilities Science & computer labs, bookstore.Extra-curricular activities Volleyball and basketball.

Curriculum FrenchAge 3 to 12Term dates Sep-Dec, Dec-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 17,400-25,500Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Lycee Francais International Dubai Oud Metha04 336 8552 lfidb.net

Facilities Football, basketball and handball facilitiesExtra-curricular activities Art, crafts, karate, tennis and dance orientale.

RUTH HULATT, PARENT - WELLINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (P48)“The school has a great collection of outdoor activities, which is important for us as we encourage our children to get lots of fresh air. It has a great code of conduct and sense of discipline and the size of the classes are just right as they aren’t overpopulated. We believe that academically the results speak for themselves.”



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Curriculum FrenchAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Lycee Georges Pompidou Ecole Primaire Dubai Oud Metha04 337 4161 lgp.ae

Facilities Gym and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Music and painting.

Curriculum FrenchAge 3 to 12Term dates Sep-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 20,000-25,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Lycee Libanais Francophone Prive Al Qusais04 264 0800 llfp.com

Facilities Basketball court and football pitch.Extra-curricular activities Sports clubs.

Curriculum GermanAge 18 months (Nursery) to 16yrs (Grade 10)Term dates Sep 6-Jan 31, Feb 1-Jul 1Fees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Deutsche Internationale Schule Dubai (German International School Dubai)Academic City04 420 9790germanschool.ae

Facilities Swimming, sports hall, outdoor sports field.Extra-curricular activities Football, choir, music, badminton, gymnastics.

Curriculum IBAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-JunFees On requestWaiting list? Dependent on Year GroupTransport? Yes

Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills04 368 4111 diadubai.com

Facilities Networked library, music technology, art, dance, drama and language learning rooms, science labs, computer labs and robotics lab, four climate-controlled multi-purpose halls for sport and other activities, two pools, fully grassed outdoor playing field, shaded tennis courts, playgrounds with play equipment.Extra-curricular activities Art, music, singing, rock band, reading club, drama, variety of sports, IT, science, belly dance, chess and languages.


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Curriculum IBAge 3 to 16Term dates Aug-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

English Medium School Dubai Oud Metha Road04 337 7503

Facilities Science laboratories, computer suite, clinic and library.Extra-curricular activities Music, band.

É Be creative, have fun and learn!

Dubai Academic Cityá Telefon +971 4 420 9790á Fax +971 4 420 9789á www.germanschool.ae

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Curriculum IBAge 10 to 17Term dates 19 Apr-24 JunFees AED 54,000-66,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Uptown High SchoolMuhaisnah04 264 1818uptownhigh.ae

Facilities Pool, multi-purpose basketball court, 6-a-side football pitch, gymnasium, library and media centre, visual arts studios, music rooms, science labs, ICT facilities, interactive whiteboards, canteen, facilities for the physically challenged, design and technology facilities.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, athletics, basketball, football, gymnastics, netball, rugby. Students can also pursue their understanding of and interest in art, drama and music.

Curriculum IBAge 3 to 12Term dates On requestFees AED 25,520-34,800Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Uptown SchoolMirdif04 288 6270uptownprimary.ae

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, library, ICT suites, interactive whiteboards, art studio, music practice rooms, dance studio with sprung floor, safe play areas, science lab, canteen, facilities for the physically challenged.Extra-curricular activities Football, indoor cricket, table tennis, netball, Arabic dance, beginners swimming, swimming, singing, arts and crafts, science club, maths olympiad, drama group, senior adventure club, junior adventure club, chess, guitar.



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Curriculum IBAge 4 to 14Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 32,000- 54,000Waiting list? Yes for some classesTransport? Yes

Greenfield Community SchoolDubai Investments Park04 885 6600 gcschool.ae

Facilities Pool, soccer pitch, gymnasium, library, arts studios, music room, safe play areas, science lab, design technology room, ICT lab, interactive white boards.Extra-curricular activities Skiing, choir, ballet, arts and crafts, mad science, mini gym, yoga, karate, swimming, rugby, basketball, language clubs.

Curriculum IBAge Pre Kindergarten to Grade 10Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 66,000-84,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS World AcademyAl Barsha04 373 6373gemsworldacademy-dubai.com

Facilities The Discovery World, planetarium, sports facilities, auditorium, symphony centre, peace garden.Extra-curricular activities Rock climbing, tennis, gymnastics, model club, newspaper, rugby, dance, martial arts, music technology, ballet, choir, ELL, and environment club.


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Curriculum IB/USAge Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 15,740-58,275Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai American AcademyAl Barsha04 347 9222gemsaa-dubai.com

Facilities Library media centre, four computer labs, 25-metre pool, soccer pitch on an artificial surface, large gymnasium, grassy play areas, a full theatre/auditorium, cafeteria, and amphitheatre.Extra-curricular activities Sailing/windsurfing, choir, basketball, volleyball, rock climbing, swimming, scuba diving, drama, gymnastics, karate, art club, dance, computer club, board games, book club, ballet, chess club, tennis, waterskiing, Spanish club, math club, floor hockey.

Curriculum IndianAge 4 and aboveTerm dates Apr-Jun, Sept-Dec, Jan-MarFees AED 235-340 per monthWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Majid Indian School Al Ghusais04 264 6746 almajdsc.com

Facilities Library, outdoor play area, activity areas, cricket nets.Extra-curricular activities Sports day, annual day, magazine, club activity.

Curriculum IndianAge 3 years and aboveTerm dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Central School Dubai Al Nahda04 267 4433 nimsuae.com

Facilities Laboratories, canteen, playground.Extra-curricular activities Karate, sports, audio-visual programmes, fine arts and project works.

Curriculum IndianAge 3.5 to 15Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Crescent School Dubai Al Qusais04 298 8866 crescentenglishschool.com

Facilities Science lab, computer lab, library, clinic, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Debate, fancy dress, quiz competitions and other cultural activities like dance, music, painting, drawing and handicrafts.



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Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Mar- AprFees AED 14,100-20,900Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Modern High SchoolAl Safa04 344 4244gemsmhs.com

Facilities Activity room and outdoor play area, art and craft room, library, science laboratories, ICT, pool, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Drama, music, dance, creative communication, the visual arts, creative festival, sporting activities.

Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-Jun Sep-MarFees AED 2,250-3,950Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

New Indian Model School Dubai Garhoud04 282 4313 /04 282 4250nimsuae.com

Facilities Football, basketball and volleyball facilities.Extra-curricular activities On request

Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Delhi Private School DubaiThe Gardens, Jebel Ali04 882 1848dpsdubai.com

Facilities Libraries, computer labs, auditorium, music and dance halls, audio-visual labs. Conference room with a smart board, comprehensive sports complex, basketball and volleyball courts, indoor play areas for table tennis, badminton, chess.Extra-curricular activities Public speaking, poetry reciation, elocution, debate and drama. Music, dance, art and craft, athletics, cricket, basketball, football, indoor games and swimming.

Curriculum IndianAge 3 years (on April 15) to 18Term dates Apr-June, Sep-Dec, Jan-MarFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates English Speaking School Al Safa, Jumeirah04 394 7355 eess.sch.ae

Facilities Music room, art room, audio-visual room, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Debating, quiz, story writing, camping, excursions and educational trips.


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Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 4,000-8,450Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High SchoolOud Metha04 337 4112gemsoo-dubai.com

Facilities School mosque, library, computer science centre, science laboratories, art studio, music studio, play field, kindergarten play area.Extra-curricular activities Physical education, public speaking, visual arts, environment club, performing arts, overnight camps, activity club, mentoring, workshops, olympiads, educational trips, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.


Our Own High SchoolAl Warqa’a04 280 0077gemsoo-alwarqa.com

Facilities Library, mathematics laboratory, science laboratories, computer science centre, play field, school mosque.Extra-curricular activities Visual arts, performing arts, public speaking, star of the section award, physical education, scouting, educational field trips, quiz club, environment club, olympiads, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Rajagiri International School Al Warqaa 104 280 0691 risdubai.org



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Our Own Indian SchoolAl Quoz04 339 1188gemsoo-alquoz.com

Facilities Library, science laboratories, ICT laboratories, playing field, canteen, medical centre.Extra-curricular activities Interschool English Debate, Our Own Interschool Drama Festival.

Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 5Term dates Apri-MarFees AED 4,050-5,400Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

The Kindergarten StartersAl Garhoud04 282 4090gemskgs.com

Facilities ICT and multimedia centre, kindergarten play area, activity rooms, science laboratory, clinic, music rooms, library.Extra-curricular activities Performing arts, creative communication, visual arts, sports, inter-school music festival, inter-house quiz competitions, caretaker service.


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1. Who set up the British Institute?The British Institute for Learning Development was set up in 2002 by Dr Christopher Reynolds and his wife Sheena Reynolds. They recognised a definite need for an educational institution that focused its emphasis on helping children with learning difficulties. The British Institute is the first and only schooling programme to do so in the UAE.

2. Who does the British Institute help?Children who experience learning difficulties. The Institute firmly believes that a child’s talent can be developed and encouraged by focusing on their cognitive skills, which in turn will help increase their intelligence and learning capacity. Learning is entirely dependent on how effectively your brain works and the brain can be moulded and stimulated in certain areas to help achieve better results. As the British Institute delivers personal coaching to your child, the education is tailored to each child’s needs.

3. What scientific studies can support the British Institute’s philosophy?Between 2006 and 2008 the British Institute made a scientific study of the effectiveness of Sensory Integration Theory in developing cognitive ability and intelligence. As the brain processes information, it passes through sensors which sends the necessary signals to adapt and accept it – a process that most of us know as ‘learning’. If the brain fails to achieve this process it is a sign that the individual has a learning difficulty. The more we think

and stimulate the brain, the more parts of it will become involved. The results of the Institute’s two year study speak for themselves – the individual coaching the 62 children involved not only increased their intelligence, but stimulated their creativity, concentration and ability to retain knowledge. This research has now been accepted for publication by a leading American University.

4. What kind of facilities and staff are there at the British Institute? The facilities and services at the British Institute are exten-sive. Not only do they offer programmes such as speech therapy and reading development, but they also deliver a high standard of teacher training. After-school programmes are available alongside Child Development workshops for parents and teachers. The staff at the British Institute are dedicated to helping each child individually. Therapy staff include: occupational therapists, educational psychologist, speech therapists, teachers, music and reading specialists.

5. How do I get in touch and what is the process to enroll my child?The British Institute is more than happy to help you with your queries and eager to show off the superb facilities. Simply email [email protected] or call 04 394 5907 to arrange an appointment. The British Institute is able to assess your child and can come up with the best possible educational plan and coaching to help your child achieve the highest level education.

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The Millennium SchoolAl Ghusais04 298 8567gemsmillenniumschool.com

Facilities Sporting areas, science laboratories, library, cafeteria, medical centre.Extra-curricular activities School events, physical education, music, drama, art, the Afternoon Programme.

Curriculum International/USAge 3 to 17Term dates Aug-Oct, Oct-Mar, Mar-MayFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

International School of Arts and Sciences Dubai Al Warqa’a 104 280 0459isas.sch.ae

Facilities Two computer labs, two science labs, bio lab, chemistry lab, two pre-engineering labs, primary library, main library, indoor primary playground. playground, taekwondo dojo, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, French club, music, astronomy, fitness, varsity teams, taekwondo, debate, student council.

Curriculum IranianAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 9,000 -15,000Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Adab Iranian School Al Qusais 104 263 3405 adab.sch.ae

Facilities Covered play area, library, science lab, ICT lab, football field, school cafeteria and medical care.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, educational trips, astronomy, robotics, Persian literature, debating, elocution and public speaking, craft, creative writing and cooking.

Curriculum IranianAge Info on requestTerm dates Sep/JunFees Info on request Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Khadija Iranian School Dubai for GirlsKarama04 396 1236 irs-uae.com/khadijah/

Facilities Info on requestExtra-curricular activities Art club, environment club.



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Curriculum IranianAge Info on requestTerm dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Salman Farsi School Al Ghusais04 298 8121 irs-uae.com/salman/

Facilities Info on requestExtra-curricular activities Art club, environment club, Quran and Islamic studies club.

Curriculum PakistaniAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-Oct Dec-MarFees AED 2,600-5,200Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Sheikh Rashid Pakistan School Baghdad Street, Qusais04 298 8303 srps.sch.ae

Facilities Football & KG play area.Extra-curricular activities Sports weeks, programmes in Global Village.

Curriculum PakistaniAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,000-3,500Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Pakistan Education Academy Oud Metha Road04 337 3438

Facilities Football pitch, auditorium, labs.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 18+Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Noor Centre for Children with Special Needs Al Barsha 104 340 4844 alnooruae.org

Facilities A fully equipped, custom built facility for providing a training program for intellectually challenged children between the ages of 3 and 18+ years old, with facilities for special education, physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychological services, computer training and vocational training.Extra-curricular activities Physical education including swimming, gym training, track events and team games. Music and dance, art and craft, yoga and social club.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 7Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Autism Center Diyafa Road04 398 6862 dubaiautismcenter.ae


SAM ELTIBI, PARENT - LYCEE GEORGES POMPIDOU ECOLE PRIMAIRE DUBAI (P30)“As I am French educated and my children hold French passports I wanted them to learn the language. The Lycée encourages kids to be bi-lingual - my children now speak three languages and the oldest is only 7. The Lycée provides a high class education aided by superb facilities.”


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Curriculum SpecialAge 12 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 960 per monthWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

SNF Children Development Center Karama04 334 9818 snfgroup.com

Facilities Vocational and occupational training along with alternative therapy, computers.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips, music sessions, aerobics, picnics.

Curriculum UAEAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-MayFees AED 5,760 -12,360Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Rashid Al Saleh School Oud Metha Road04 337 6126 rashedalsaleh.ae

Facilities Library, laboratories, health care, multi purpose halls, computer lab.Extra-curricular activities Sport, music and arts.

Curriculum UAE/USAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,275-21,576Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Al Khaleej National School, DubaiGarhoud04 282 2707gemsakns.com

Facilities Science laboratories, media rooms, library, reading area, computer laboratories, music rooms, on-campus mosques, multi-purpose hall, kindergarten play area, football pitch, pool, gymnasium, gardens, weather station.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, chess, swimming, karate, electronics, drama, computer club, publications, music (guitar and piano), horse riding and shooting.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 27Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Center for Special Needs 04 344 0966 dcsneeds.ae



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International Baccalaureate CurriculumKG to Grade 9Contact us:Green�eld Community SchoolDubai Investments Park, Dubai, UAET 04 885 6600 F 04 885 6611 E [email protected] A Taaleem® School

www.taaleem.ae

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Nov, Nov-Mar, Mar-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Sadiq Islamic English School Al Qusais04 263 4083

Facilities Science lab, indoor hall, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips, picnics and outings, Qirat competition.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,800- 27,600Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Al Safa School Al Safa 104 394 7879 safaschooldubai.com

Facilities Pool and gym.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, football and swimming, hours riding and skiing,

RACHEL HAMILTON, PARENT - REPTON (P57) “On speaking to the staff they seemed intelligent, professional and I felt that they genuinely cared about their students. Facilities are fantastic, particularly in the nursery - they have so much for the under-5s, it is incredible. Even the 3-4s are given proper Arabic, PE and music lessons. They seem to understand how to bring out the best in each child: the teachers are fantastic.”



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Curriculum UKAge 8 to 14Term dates Info on requestFees On requestWaiting list? For some year groupsTransport? Yes

British Institute for Learning Development Off Al Wasl Rd04 394 5907 british-ild.com

Facilities IPC schooling programme, sensory integration therapy, speech therapy and auditory processing, educational psychology, reading development programme, assessments in a comprehensive range of learning development abilities, child development workshops.Extra-curricular activities Play therapy

Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Grade 13Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 13,500-18,270Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Cambridge International SchoolGarhoud04 282 4646gemscis-dubai.com

Facilities Sports and outdoor facilities, ICT facilities, music and art facilities, library, science laboratories, sports hall, astroturf football field.Extra-curricular activities Outdoor education, visual arts, drama, dance.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Info on request Fees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Deira International School Dubai Festival City04 232 5552 disdubai.ae

Facilities Competitive sport facilities.Extra-curricular activities Craft and painting, competitive sport, music and drama, physical education, swimming, painting.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 9,200-14,500Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai Carmel School Al Qusais04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Facilities Football pitch, sports club.Extra-curricular activities Sports, art and science.

Curriculum UKAge 7 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees AED 17,952-20,328Waiting list? Selective entryTransport? Yes

Dubai College Al Sufouh04 399 9111 dubaicollege.org

Facilities 20 acre site with extensive facilities.Extra-curricular activities Sporting, hobbies/interests and academic support/reinforcement.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates On requestFees AED 32,480-48,720Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Dubai British School Emirates Hills04 361 9361 dubaibritishschool.ae

Facilities Pool, large sports hall, two libraries, two ICT suites, art and design studio, design and technology workshop, four science laboratories, music rooms, dance and drama studio, tennis court, all-weather football pitch, gym.Extra-curricular activities Karate, gymnastics, swimming, rugby, tennis, maths masterclass, art, needle work, drama, puppets theatre, high school musical, choir, netball, football, orchestra, golf, horse riding, self defence, ballet. Scottish country dance, tap dance, first aid, Duke of Edinburgh.



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Curriculum UKAge 10 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 52,750Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai English Speaking College Dubai Academic City04 360 4866 descdxb.com

Facilities Gymnasium, football pitch, pool, netball courts, library, sixth form purpose-built block, DT classroom.Extra-curricular activities Football, swimming, netball.

Curriculum UKAge 10 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 30,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Dubai English Speaking School Oud Metha04 337 1457 dessdxb.com

Facilities Music rooms, library and resources centre, gymnasium, hall, science and technology room, ICT suite, art room, pool, tennis courts, football/ cricket pitch, netball.Extra-curricular activities Gymnastics, football, swimming.

Curriculum UKAge 2.8 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,575-21,870Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai Gem School Oud Metha Rd (Near American Hospital)04 337 6661 dubaigemschool.com

Facilities Large auditorium, playgrounds, specialist science laboratories, libraries, computer laboratories, use of Iranian Club facilities - pool, athletic/sports oval, indoor courts.Extra-curricular activities Gymnastics, football, swimming.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees AED 11,600Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Infants School Oud Metha (Opp. Iranian Club)04 337 1463 -

Facilities Wide play area.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 16Term dates Info on request Fees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Scholars Private School Al Qusais04 298 8892 dubaischolars.com

Facilities Pool, astro turf pitch, audio-visual room, cooking room, computer room. Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates International School Meadows Meadows Drive04 362 9009 eischools.ae/Meadows

Facilities Gymnasiums, computer labs, science labs, drama rooms, fully IT-connected classrooms, pool, field.Extra-curricular activities Most sports, ballet, cooking, art and crafts, health and fitness, math club, computer club, robotics, FI club, environmental club, student council.


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Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Grade 6Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 27,608 - 34,800Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Jumeirah Primary SchoolJumeirah04 394 3500jumeirahprimaryschool.com

Facilities Library and Discovery Centre, music studios, ICT labs, art studio, gymnasium, pool, tennis courts, grassed playing field, synthetic turf playing areas, parent areas and meeting rooms.Extra-curricular activities Sports programme, visual arts, performing arts, music, drama, dance.

Curriculum UKAge Foundation Stage to Year 9Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 27,600-48,990Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Royal Dubai SchoolMirdif04 343 3266royaldubaischool.com

Facilities Pool and wading pool, large indoor multi-purpose hall, sports hall, music suite, dance studio with sprung floor. Drama studio and arts and crafts studio, computer labs with wireless networks and full digital connectivity, knowledge centre library and multi media resource room, CD and DVD library, artificial sporting fieldExtra-curricular activities Ballet, karate, music, art, computers, clay modeling, chess, cookery, Indian dancing, netball, football, athletics, hockey, gymnastics, tennis, golf.



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Curriculum UKAge Foundation Stage to Year 13Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 29,687-64,585Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Wellington International SchoolSZR04 348 4999wellingtoninternationalschool.com

Facilities Knowledge Centre library, three ICT laboratories, dance studio, drama studio and three art studios. Health and fitness studio, large multi-purpose sports hall, 300m athletics track, three squash courts, tennis, basketball, netball and volleyball courts, 25m indoor pool, climbing wall and a play area for Foundation Stage children. Extra-curricular activities Art and craft, astronomy, athletics, basketball, computers, choir, cricket, dance, drama, drawing, French, football, needlework, netball, rugby and tap.


GEMS Wellington Primary SchoolSZR04 343 3266gemswps.com

Facilities Library, music department, ICT Department, gymnasium, art room, pool, shaded playing areas, astroturf playing areas, parent areas and meeting rooms.Extra-curricular activities Physical education and sports, music, arts, after school programme.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? No

Horizon School Dubai Next to Safa Park04 342 2891 horizonschooldubai.com

Facilities Two pools, football, music centre, IT lab.Extra-curricular activities Football, bowling, netball, swim squad training, horse riding, karate, distance swimming, football squad training, dancing, rounders, yoga and ball skills.

Curriculum UKAge Under 16, UAE Nationals OnlyTerm dates Aug-Jan. Feb-MayFees Free of ChargeWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Institute of Applied Technology Al Qusais04 212 2888 iat.ac.ae

Facilities Gym and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 11Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulyFees AED 10,285 per termWaiting list? For some year groupsTransport? Yes

Jebel Ali Primary School Jebel Ali Village04 884 6485 jebelalischool.com

Facilities Sports hall, football and rugby pitches, music room, library, pool, ICT suite, assembly hallExtra-curricular activities A variety of sporting and creative after-school activities.



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Curriculum UK/IBAge 3 to 19Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulyFees AED 25,000-54,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

JESS Arabian Ranches Arabian Ranches04 361 9019 jess.sch.ae

Facilities Pool, big hall for activities, football pitchExtra-curricular activities Water polo, hockey, music and performing arts opportunities, skiing, horse riding and rock climbing.

Curriculum UKAge Year 7 to Year 13Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 48,024-60,030Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Jumeirah CollegeJumeirah04 395 5524gemsjc.com

Facilities Interactive whiteboards in every classroom, video conferencing room for distance learning courses, design and technology suite, communication and resource centre, music suites and en-suite practice rooms, drama studio, art and ceramic studios, science laboratories, multi-purpose sports hall, pool, tennis/netball courts, playing fields.Extra-curricular activities Drama, music, sports, diving, fashion, photography, snowboarding and skiing.


Jumeirah English Speaking School is now an

'IB World School'.JESS has achieved International Baccalaureate World School status.We would like to congratulate all at JESS on this significant achievement.

The IB Diploma Programme is a challenging two-year curriculum, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19. It leads to a qualification that is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities. Limited places available at Arabian Ranches Secondary School and Sixth Form for September 2009.

Jumeirah English Speaking School, Tel: 04 3608853, email: [email protected], www.jess.sch.ae

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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulFees AED 25,000-32,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Jumeirah English Speaking School Jumeirah04 394 5515 jess.sch.ae

Facilities Pool, big hall for activities, football pitchExtra-curricular activities Water-polo, hockey, music and performing arts opportunities, skiing, horse riding and rock climbing.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? On applicationTransport? No

Kings School Dubai Umm Suquiem 304 348 3939 kingsdubai.com

Facilities Wireless technology, laptop provision, ICT suite, gym, stadium 25m pool and large auditorium hall with staging and lighting.Extra-curricular activities Wide range of after-school activities offered by both school and local groups.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Oxford School Dubai Al Qusais04 254 3666 oxford.sch.ae

Facilities Sports facilities and pool.Extra-curricular activities Football, swimming.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 6,000-12,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Pristine Private School Al Nahda Area 2, Sharjah04 267 4299 pristineschool.com

Facilities Pool.Extra-curricular activities Ice skating, sports day and karate.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,000-20,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Queen International School Hor Al Anz04 265 2600 queen-schools.com

Facilities Bus Service, laboratories, playground, library, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 15Term dates Info on requestFees AED 30,000-41,000 paWaiting list? Dependent on Year group.Transport? Yes

Regent International School The Greens04 360 8830 risdubai.com

Facilities Pool, multi-purpose hall, science lab, library, football pitch, art/DT/dance Studio, music room, ICT roomExtra-curricular activities Football, tennis, art, dance, cooking, swimming.

Curriculum UKAge 5.5 to 18Term dates Info on requestFees AED 3,600- 7,800Waiting list? NoTransport? No

St Mary’s School Dubai Oud Metha Road04 337 0252 stmarysdubai.com

Facilities Sports grounds.Extra-curricular activities Drama, Quiz, Music, Sports, Elocution/Debates, Environment, Art/Craft, Cookery & Needlework.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 14Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 20,000-33,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

STAR International School Al TwarAl Twar 204 263 8999semsintl.com/altwar

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet, football.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED29,400-38,200Waiting list? NoTransport? No

Star International School Mirdiff Mirdiff04 288 4644 semsintl.com

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet.

BARBARA KLAVER - PARENT, DUBAI INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (P30)“One of our favourite things about Dubai International Academy is their International Day. It’s a celebration of world cultures that helps our children understand the significance of multiculturalism. It is great for them to get to know about other cultures and see people from different nationalities.”



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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 29,400-38,200Waiting list? No Transport? No

STAR International School Umm SheifUmm Sheif04 348 3314semsintl.com

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,000-16,240Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

The City International School Nadd Al Hamar04 289 9722 tcs-uae.com

Facilities Purpose built building, IT lab, science lab, secure KG section and library.Extra-curricular activities Interhouse events, quizzes, sports day, two trips per year.

Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Year 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,560- 29,000Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

The Sheffield Private School (M)Al Ghusais04 267 8444sheffieldprivateschool.com

Facilities Sports and outdoor facilities, music and art facilities, library, transport, bookstore, prayer rooms.Extra-curricular activities Arabic for fun, board and card games, circuit training, fantasy games, the wonderful world of Disney, karate, football, cricket, drama, magnetic darts.

Curriculum UK/IBAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 26,460-56,070Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates International School Jumeirah Umm Suqeim04 348 9804 eischools.ae/Jumeirah

Facilities Pool, sports halls, fields, library and media centres, theatre arts, science, music and other facilities, language labs, IT labs, mathematics labs in addition to 150 classrooms all fitted with interactive whiteboard technology.Extra-curricular activities Football, swimming.



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The Westminster SchoolAl Ghusais04 298 8333gemsws-ghusais.com

Facilities Covered play area, activity room, library, science laboratories, music and art and craft rooms, ICT.Extra-curricular activities Arts and craft, creative writing, cooking, debating, drama, educational trips, elocution / public speaking, gymnastics, leadership camps, mural painting, music, needlework, physical education, projects, reading, team sports, trekking.


The Winchester SchoolJebel Ali Gardens04 882 0444thewinchesterschool.com

Facilities Multi-purpose auditorium, sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, air-conditioned play area for kindergar-ten, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Music [instrumental], art and craft, music (vocal), creative writing, dance (individual and team), sports, drama reading club, debating, elocution and public speaking, educational trips, environmental projects, chess, sports, indoor games.


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Curriculum UK/IB (pending)Age 7 to 18Term dates Aug-JulyFees AED 42,000-80,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Repton School Dubai Nad Al Sheba04 426 9393 reptondubai.org

Facilities Two rugby / football pitches, two outdoor shaded multi-purpose areas, two indoor sports halls, indoor cricket nets, five outdoor cricket nets, three outdoor tennis courts, weight training and cardio rooms, indoor 25m pool.Extra-curricular activities Art and design, drama, music, computing, dance, yoga, fine arts, design and technology, film and television, debating, cookery classes, martial arts, gym classes, gymnastics.

Curriculum UK/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Aug-JunFees AED 15,600-30,900Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International School of Choueifat Knowledge Village04 399 9444iscdxb-sabis.net

Facilities Pool, basketball, football field.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, ballet and gymnastics.

Curriculum UK/USAge 4 to 14Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Arp-JunFees AED 25,000-52,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raffles International School Umm Suquiem04 427 1200 rafflesis.com

Facilities Theatre, art rooms, dance studio, music rooms, science laboratories, computer laboratories, soccer field, pools, sports hall, basketball courts, badminton courts, tennis courts, prayer rooms.Extra-curricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Curriculum USAge Nursery to grade 4Term dates Info on requestFees AED 32,000D-53,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

American Community School of Sharjah (ACSS)Maliha Road Sharjah (Opp. Sharjah University Campus)06 522 7583acssharjah.org

Facilities Gymnasium/fitness centre, 400m athletics track, three pools - one 50m Olympic sized pool, 750 seat auditorium and one theatre, multiple science labs designed in conjunction with the National Science Teachers Association. Two libraries, two full-size soccer fields, student gardens, fully handicapped accessible classrooms, martial arts centre, parent centre.Extra-curricular activities Sport, swimming, gymnastics.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,000-36,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Al Ittihad Private School - JumeirahJumeirah /Mamza04 394 5111

Facilities Two pools, two tennis courts, gym, soccer field, basketball courtsExtra-curricular activities Karate club, football club.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 18Term dates Sep-Jun

Al Mizhar US Academy for GirlsAl Mizhar04 288 7250aag.ae

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, well-resourced library, computer labs, art studios, music studios, science labs, fitness room, sports field, dance studio, playground.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, dance.



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Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? N/ATransport? Yes

Deans International School Al Quoz04 338 7334 deansschool.org

Facilities Multipurpose halls, library-media resource center, laboratories, music room, art room, nursery, information technology labs, pool, basketball court, volleyball court, football pitch, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, karate, art, music.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JulFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai National School Al Barsha04 347 4555 dnschool.net

Facilities Pool, arts room, computer and science labs, cooking and home economics workshops, multi purpose halls and outdoor playgrounds.Extra-curricular activities Computer club, science club, arts club, sports club.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 18Term dates Info on requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai American Scientific School Al Quoz04 339 2444 dass.sch.ae

Facilities Science lab, computer lab, library.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, sports club, recreation and social trips, music and dance.

Curriculum USAge 5 to 21Term dates Sep & OctFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? N/A

K12 International Academy (Online School)Block 12, Floor 1, Knowledge Village04 374 8247 k12.com/int/

Facilities Learning lab.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, online club, online field trip, online clubs, face to face events in UAE.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Mirdiff Private School Mizher04 288 3303 mirdifprivateschool.ae

Facilities Pool, outdoor courts, gardens, outdoor play area, activity Room, drama room, music room, art room, home economics room, science laboratories, computer laboratory, library and resources room.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, basketball, volleyball, football

Curriculum USAge Info on requestTerm dates Info on requestFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Bradenton PrepSports City04 425 1111

Facilities The school is partnered with the Sports City’s academies , cricket, football, swimming, rugby, hockey, athletics, golf and tennis.Extra-curricular activities Visual and performing arts programme.


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Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 21,900-39,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Nibras International School Dubai Investment Park04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Facilities Library, science, computer lab, auditorium, indoor pool, indoor and outdoor sports areas.Extra-curricular activities After school music programme, multi sports.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Info on requestFees AED 24,000- 50,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

The English College Umm Suquiem04 394 3465 englishcollege.ac.ae

Facilities Gym, pools and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football, Music, chess.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-JunFees AED 23,500-56,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Universal American School Festival City04 232 5222 uasdubai.ae

Facilities Pool and gym.Extra-curricular activities Soccer, reading, karate, Music & Golf.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-MayFees AED 10,650-19,150Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

American International School Dubai Al Ghusais 104 298 8666 aisch.ae

Facilities Play courts and gym, computer labs.Extra-curricular activities Karate, volleyball and arts.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 17

American School of Dubai Jumeirah 104 344 0824 asdubai.org

Facilities Two-storey library (over 50,000 volumes), large rooms for band and performing arts, five art rooms, four science labs, four computer labs, journalism room, regulation baseball diamond, two outdoor basketball courts, grassed playing field, two tennis courts, 25-metre pool.Extra-curricular activities Computers, community service, dance, drama, environmental conservation, excursions, expeditions, literary magazine, newspaper, photography, yearbook, debate, sailing, scuba diving.

Curriculum USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Fees AED 25,000-40,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

New Arab Unity School Mirdif04 288 4844 nauschool.com

Facilities Music and dance studio, art studio, cafeteria, auditorium and sports facilities.Extra-curricular activities Literary club, eco club, band, sports and art club.


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Curriculum AmericanNumber of students TBC

American University of the EmiratesBlock 6, First Floor, Dubai International Academic City04 429 1200aue.ae

Overview AUE is a licensed institution offering accredited programs. It is a vibrant and dynamic university with the vision to be one of the leading liberal higher educational institutions, providing an integrated pathway for students to become creative and productive members of the community. AUE follows the American model of education as a foundation for the structure and design of its programmes of study, whilst appreciating and celebrating the diverse culture and values of the UAE.

Curriculum IndianNumber of students 1,730

BITS Pilani DubaiKnowledge Village, Building 11 / Dubai Academic City04 420 0555bitsdubai.com

Overview BITS, Pilani - Dubai (BPD) was established in Dubai in September 2000 in response to the growing needs for quality engineering education among the residents of the Middle East. Students seek admission not only from the UAE and other Middle East countries but also from India and other parts of the world.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 242

Cambridge College International DubaiBlock 3, Knowledge Village04 375 4141cambridgecollege international.com.au

Overview At Cambridge College courses are designed to provide training for career success in a professional learning environment that is both challenging and motivating with the goal of employment and/or further study. The Diploma and Advanced Diploma provide an alternative pathway to university entrance.

Curriculum EuropeanNumber of students 410

Curriculum FrenchNumber of students 97

EHSAL European University CollegeBlock 18 – first floor Knowledge Village04 367 2323ehsal-dubai.net

Overview In 1996, EHSAL was the first Belgian business college, and one of the first European business colleges, to obtain the ISO 9001 certificate for its outstanding academic quality and excellent service to its students. Continuously striving for the highest levels of quality in research and academic education, EHSAL guarantees unique training in business studies and ranks among the leading European business colleges.

Overview ESMOD International Fashion University Group is located in part of an internationally acclaimed French Fash-ion institution offering a wide range of creative, technical and marketing programmes for students wishing to become part of the growing fashion industry in the region.

French Fashion University ESMODAcademic City Block 404 429 1228french-fashion- university.com

PROFESSOR BRIAN GD SMART, HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY (P76)“Heriot-Watt University has found a home from home in Dubai, where it is now entering its fourth academic year, offering degrees in a wide variety of areas that are matched to the demand in the city, and indeed the region.”


BITS, Pilani-Dubai (BPD), the only international branch campus of the reputed BITS Pilani-Rajasthan, India is a premier engineering institution which imparts excellent education valued at global level.BPD has established itself as one of the most sought-after institution for engineering education in the middle-east. Recently BITS, Pilani along with BITS, Pilani-Dubai has been accredited with the highest Grade “A” by National Assessment and Accreditation Council(NAAC), India. BPD is operating from its own permanent campus at Dubai International Academic City which provides state-of-the art academic infrastructure and student facilities including student hostels, cafeteria, clinic, gymnasiums and indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

BPD has seen impressive growth in the last 8 years which includes 1700 students hailing from 22 countries with 27% of them being girls, a highly qualified and well-experienced full-time faculty, industrial collaboration for student internships with more than 250 companies, academic collaboration with reputed international universities, several accolades on the sports and cultural front and excellent placement of its five graduated batches. More than 200 highly reputed corporates around the world such as Microsoft, Oracle, Siemens etc have recruited graduates of BPD and over 50 Universities such as Stanford, Cornell etc have admitted them for their Masters and PhD.

CREATING TOMORROW’S LEADERS

BITS, Pilani - Dubai

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Curriculum BritishNumber of students 596

Heriot-Watt University DubaiBlock 2, Dubai Academic City04 361 6999hw.ac.uk/dubai

Overview Heriot-Watt University was the first overseas university to set up in Dubai International Academic City, offering a top quality British education to students and executives from around the Gulf and further afield. The eighth oldest higher education institution in the UK (it was founded in Edinburgh over 180 years ago) Heriot-Watt was invited to Dubai in recognition of its global reputation and international reach in the fields of engineering and management.


Hult Dubai7th Floor, Block 10, Dubai International Academic City04 375 3088hult.edu

Overview Hult’s intensive one-year MBA program begins with a four-week toolbox and four individual modules, addressing different stages in the growth of a business. The toolbox is specially designed to cover the requisite skills and basic business knowledge that is vital to complete Hult’s accelerated one-year MBA program.

Curriculum AmericanNumber of students 104

Institute of Management TechnologyBlock 4, Dubai International Academic City04 360 4844imtdubai.org

Overview IMT offers an accredited MBA program as well as executive education to companies operating in the UAE. One of the main advantages of the 2 year MBA Program at IMT is its strong Industry interface achieved through the Internship Program, the Company Project and the continuous interaction with the industry.

Curriculum IranianNumber of students 504

Islamic Azad UniversityBlock 4a, Knowledge Village, Dubai04 366 4696iau.ae

Overview I.A.U is a dynamic and fast-growing university and its steady expansion is mirrored in the broad range and increased number of its undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses.


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Curriculum IndianNumber of students 635

Mahatma Gandhi UniversityBlock No 11, 3rd Floor, Dubai International Academic City04 438 9630mgudxboc.com

Overview Mahatma Gandhi University, one of India’s leading educational Institutions, is recognised and approved internationally.

Curriculum BritishNumber of students TBC

Manchester Business School WorldwideDubai Knowledge Village, Block 604 365 8313mbs-worldwide.ac.uk

Overview The centre offers study, library and classroom facilities for students and visiting faculty from MBS, as well as office space for the MBS Worldwide regional team, which co-ordinates and supports all student activities, including taught sessions by visiting faculty.

Overview The Dubai campus offers comprehensive and well-integrated common facilities including academic and extra-curricular forums, an auditorium and beautifully landscaped surroundings. The institute also offers excellent facilities like library services, information technology services, sports facilities and various student clubs to develop a well-rounded personality.

Curriculum IndianNumber of students 1,551

Manipal University DubaiBlock No 7, Dubai Academic City04 369 4540, 04 391 1988mahedubai.com


Michigan State University Dubai (MSU Dubai)Block No. 10, Ground Floor04 4361 500dubai.msu.edu

Overview MSU Dubai provides bachelor’s and master’s degree students with a broad intellectual background that gives them the habits of thought and analysis needed to live and work in a rapidly-changing modern world. Developing career and job-relevant skills are a core part of all degree programmes offered at MSU Dubai.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students TBC

Murdoch University DubaiBlock 10, 4th floor, Dubai International Academic City04 4355700murdochdubai.com

Overview Murdoch University is committed to its vision of being a prominent and influential research-intensive university renowned for its teaching quality and research excellence, promoting intellectual independence and social and scientific critique within a supportive and sustainable environment for students and staff; and engaged with and benefiting local, national and international communities.

Curriculum InternationalNumber of students 151

PIM InternationalBlock 11, Knowledge Village050 835 9384piminternational.ae

Overview The Postgraduate Institute of Management is affiliated to the University of Sri Lanka. Its objectives are to promote advanced education, research and professionalism in management through the provision of postgraduate instruction, training and publications.


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Overview S P Jain Center of Management (S P Jain) has the academic support of of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S P Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai which is ranked among the top ten business schools in Asia and India.

S P Jain Center of ManagementBlock 5, Dubai International Academic City04 429 1234spjain.org

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 142

SAE InstituteBuilding 16, Level 2, Knowledge Village04 361 6173sae-dubai.com

Overview SAE Institute is the largest worldwide private college for audio production, film production, interactive animation and applied multimedia. SAE provides practical training courses, as well as academic degree programmes. SAE Dubai is an authorised Apple training centre.

Curriculum PakistaniNumber of students TBC

Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) DubaiBlock 4B, Knowledge Village04 366 4601szabist.ac.ae

Overview The Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) is a fully chartered Institute and is approved and recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, as a degree-granting institution.



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The British University in DubaiBlock 17, Knowledge Village04 391 3626buid.ac.ae


Curriculum BritishNumber of students TBC

Overview Working in partnership with leading UK universities, BUiD offers cutting-edge education and research in key disciplines. BUiD aspires to the highest, internationally recognized British standards and provisions as reflected in its partnerships with the University of Edinburgh, the University of Manchester, the University of Birmingham, Cardiff University and the Cass Business School of City University, London

Overview The University of Bradford programme is a consortium programme. This means that a number of key corporations in Dubai sponsor their managers to study for an MBA with the University. Sponsorship typically takes the form of financial, time or work assistance.

The University of BradfordBlock 13, Knowledge Village04 439 3694bradford.ac.uk


Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 2,344

The University of ExeterBlock 13, G20, Knowledge Village04 369 3048/9exeter.ac.uk/meo

Overview At Exeter University in Dubai students receive a high quality level of local support and education from faculty members directly from the university in the United Kingdom and graduate with a degree recognised from the UK-based university.

Overview The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the UAE’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1993 by the University of Wollongong in Australia, currently ranked among the leading universities in the world, UOWD represented a very early Australian initiative in the Gulf region. From a small beginning opposite Al Mulla Plaza, through its presence on Jumeirah Road and to its current location at Dubai Knowledge Village, UOWD is an integral part of Dubai.

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)Blocks 5 and 15, Knowledge Village04 367 2400uowdubai.ac.ae


UEIMSBlock 8, Knowledge Village04 390 1980ueims.com

Overview Universal Empire Institute of Medical Services is affiliated with the US-based University of the Health Sciences and provides students the opportunity to obtain training for an international graduate and postgraduate medical degree at an affordable cost.

Curriculum UAENumber of students TBC

Zayed University Academic CityAl Ruwayyah, Academic City04 402 1111zu.ac.ae

Overview Zayed University offers globally recognised bachelor degrees in arts and sciences, business, education, IT and media. The graduates are bi-lingual in English and Arabic, globally and culturally aware, prepared for leadership roles, and ready to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century. The university has also established a variety of graduate degree programmes which offer ad-vanced training for recent graduates, as well as professionals seeking to upgrade their skills.


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