A list of 200 schools in Dubai

The education section in Dubai is vast and extensive and offers all communities an array of options for children to reach their potential. Boasting over 200 public and private schools, of which 90 per cent are the latter, there are so many curriculums available including Arabic, American, British, French, Indian and Filipino.

With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level.

The education sector in Dubai continues to grow and boasts an extensive plethora of private and public schools in the capital and beyond. Different curriculums cater for a diverse and multicultural population.

With varying tuition fees, the array of educational institutions includes nurseries, private schools, higher education, charter schools and public schools. International schools employ teachers from native English-speaking countries while public education is fully financed by the government and is provided for free to all UAE nationals up to university level. …Read More

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Address: 56A Street, Rashidiya, Opposite side of Majlis Al Rashidiya

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 2020

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 22,750 - 30,250

Bright Learners Private American School in Mirdif, Dubai, offers a rigorous American Common Core curriculum aligned with the state of Massachusetts. They have experienced American teachers who utilize evidence-based teaching strategies. Teacher Clarity is effectively used in each lesson, ensuring that learners understand the Learning Intention and Success Criteria, which is key for visible learning.

Bright Learners Private American School in Mirdif, Dubai, is preparing  learners for an ever-changing hi-tech world by offering a “future-ready” robust curriculum focusing on STEM, Innovation and Creativity.

Their families are a central part of our learning community. Our families appreciate our warm, loving community and open communication. Working parents enjoy our longer school days and our individualized attention to their child’s needs.

Their teachers and leaders use evidence-based teaching strategies and apply best practices. Teachers are data-driven and adapt instruction to meet the needs of individual learners.

Address: D - 13 Al Asayel St

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 2016

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 43,000 - 76,500

At Clarion, our vision starts with a fundamental question: How do we prepare our children to take full advantage of life’s opportunities as collaborative, productive and responsible members of a global community? We define it as developing active learners who are passionate, curious and can think critically so that they can continuously evolve, adapt and contribute in a rapidly changing world. At Clarion, when a child asks a question, we don’t give the child the answer, we respond:” Good question, now, how can we find out the answer?”.

Clarion School offers a challenging, engaging and supportive educational program, enriched by collaboration with our parents, strengthened by strong external partnerships and delivered by the highest standard of teachers.

We believe the strong foundational skills of literacy, numeracy and science are critical, but not enough to allow our children to succeed in a rapidly changing world. We also nurture intellectual curiosity, reflection and higher order conceptual thinking through an innovative and experiential curriculum. Our enhanced curriculum further encourages the development of character through active learning.

At Clarion, we have high expectations of our students; that they will be challenged to engage the world as full participants of a global community. Our goal is to not only prepare them for acceptance into competitive universities, but also for future success and fulfilment in both work and life

Address: 50 Al Maydar Street (Formerly Street 34) Umm Suqeim 2

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 2011

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 36,500 - 65,300

At CIS, our staff team are committed to the holistic development of every learner while supporting students to reach the highest levels of achievement. From Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12, our values-driven educational program engages a highly international group of students. 

Many of our students walk or cycle to school from nearby though they come from all over the world. As a community of learners, we know first-hand that developing warm relationships among students, teachers and parents creates an environment where students feel they belong.

At CIS our curriculum is aligned to the New York state Common Core Standards. We offer both the IB Diploma program and Advance Placement (AP) courses as options for study in grades 11 and 12, to ensure flexible options are available to meet the needs of our learners. In addition, all students completing the high school program at CIS are eligible for a US High School Diploma or a US High School Diploma with Honors. T

hose completing the requirements of the International Baccalaureate Organization earn the IB Diploma as well. Our High School Advisor works closely with students on university preparedness and the university admissions process to ensure that students are guided in appropriate university or career pathways. 

Our goal is to develop good human beings and help them to maximize their unique potential in all areas. We ensure learning in classes as well as through experiences in a robust co-curricular activity and athletics program. We are proudly accredited with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), and are both College Board and IBDP approved.

 

 

Address: Muhaizinah 1

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 2006

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 15,915 - 35,484

Our vision is to create lifelong learners working collaboratively for an ethical and global education through innovation and accountability.

Fulfilling each scholar’s aspirations
Understanding the values of UAE in a global context
Tolerance to ensure equity of all
United efforts towards an everchanging world
Responsibility to self and others
Empowering learners through collaboration

Address: Al Garhoud

District: Garhoud

Founded: 1985

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 13,915 - 21,845

The school follows the American Curriculum (California CCSS and NGSS) in English, Math, Sciences, Social Sciences, Commercial Sciences, Physical Education, Art, and Music. Arabic, Islamic Education and Social Studies follow the Ministry of Education curriculum.

The school’s programs are designed to meet the vision and mission of the school, and they are continuously modified accordingly. Highly qualified and experienced heads of departments together with the school’s curriculum coordinator monitor the implementation of each program in each department.

Dubai International Private School – Garhoud (DIPS-G) provides students with a rigorous academic curriculum and a multicultural environment where they ask questions, develop solutions, and collaborate with peers.

At DIPS-G, we cherish students’ abilities and trust they deserve the opportunity for excellence and distinction. We are committed to providing international education standards yet adhering to local traditions. Students are encouraged to embrace accountability, independence, and teamwork in their daily lives. We provide an inclusive learning environment and encourage students to achieve and show their best potential.

DIPS-G is a double-accredited US curriculum school by NEASC (New England Association for Schools and Colleges) and COGNIA (previously AdvancEd). We are committed to ensuring our students develop their 21st-century skills and are well-acquainted with knowledge and skills to be able to explore the world, solve problems, and overcome challenges.

Our students take responsibility for their own learning and apply their learning to a diverse and changing world; overcoming challenges that may lie ahead.

Address: Al Quoz

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 1985

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 13,915 - 21,845

Dubai International School was founded in 1985. The school is located in the heart of Dubai with one branch situated in the Al Garhoud area and another in the Al Quoz area. The chosen locations of the branches make it suitable to serve the most populated areas in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.

The school follows the American Curriculum (California CCSS and NGSS) in English, Math, Sciences, Social Sciences, Commercial Sciences, Physical Education, Art, and Music. Arabic, Islamic Education and Social Studies follow the Ministry of Education curriculum.

The school’s programs are designed to meet the vision and mission of the school, and they are continuously modified accordingly. Highly qualified and experienced heads of departments together with the school’s curriculum coordinator monitor the implementation of each program in each department.

Address: Algeria Street, Al-Mizhar 1

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 1996

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 12,694 - 23,395

DMES founders envisioned the establishment of a locally and internationally-recognised institution, which evolved into a guiding statement for the school at present: “Empowering learners to contribute to the global community through innovation, exploration, and citizenship.”

What distinguishes DMES from other schools across Dubai is that it houses two schools – US School and MOE School, which offer US California State Curriculum (Kindergarten to Grade 12) and UAE Ministry of Education Curriculum (Grades 1 to 12), respectively. As a family-oriented and inclusive school, DMES commits to high-quality and sustainable education for its academically and culturally diverse student population.

Address: Al Barsha 1

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 1988

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 22,349 - 36,672

Dubai National School has grown to have two branches offering the American program located in Al-Barsha and Al-Twar areas in Dubai with a total of 4000 students. The strategic locations were carefully selected to serve all interested students in Dubai and Sharjah.

Dubai National School- Al Barsha serves 2500 students of 52 nationalities in grades PK-12. Staff are recruited locally and internationally. The school has 360 well-trained professional staff members from 30 Arab and non-Arab nationalities.

Dubai National School- Al Barsha offers the American curriculum of Massachusetts State Standards. Its program of studies meets the needs of the multi-national community of Dubai. English is the medium of instruction in all subjects across phases with a focus on Arabic Language, Islamic Studies, Social Studies, Moral Education and Culture for both native and non-native speakers of Arabic following the MOE-mandated programs.

Its High School Diploma is recognized by the Emirati Ministry of Education and is granted equivalency with the MOE National Secondary Certificate of Elite, Advanced and General Streams. The school successfully integrates the AP courses into the high school program after obtaining the official authorisation and offering the needed training for teachers and administrators with a future plan to increase the AP offerings to suit the different needs and abilities of all high school students.

Since May 2003, Dubai National School- Al Barsha has been fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) through the Commission on International Education (CIE). Dubai National School- Al Barsha has been committed to continuing its journey of the accreditation process since then. DNS will be hosting the NEASC’s External Review ERV visit in May 2022 following the ACE Protocol.

At Dubai National School- Al Barsha, students of different groups, abilities and interests are well equipped with twenty-first-century learning, entrepreneurial and interpersonal communication skills within the principles of global citizenship, positive attitudes and Islamic values in an inclusive, multicultural and innovative environment with efficient access to educational technology.

Graduates of Dubai National School- Al Barsha are eligible for admission into all national, regional and international universities. Nowadays, they are leading figures in a variety of medical, scientific, business and cultural sectors both in the UAE and the Gulf region.

Address: Altwar - Dubai,10 St.

District: Abu Dhabi City

Founded: 1988

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 18,373 - 35,905

The school is offering the American curriculum which is responsible for the growth of the learners’ holistic character that is supported with the indispensable tools which would entice them to lead the prospective development of U.A.E

DNS is a unique educational learning environment for acquiring the required knowledge in an entertaining and friendly atmosphere where the ethics of integrity, tolerance, well-being and mutual respect are promoted.

Our learners are collaboratively engaged in all sorts of extracurricular activities, leading to unique learning experiences that would pave the way towards nurturing the physical and intellectual progress of the learner.

Address: Al Khail Rd - Al Barsha - Al Barsha South

District: Al Barsha

Curriculum: American

Annual Fees: AED 29,900 - 46,800

Dubai Schools Mirdif will offer an American Curriculum based on the New York State Education Department – NYSED, leading to an American high school diploma. Focused on empowering and inspiring students across a variety of abilities and backgrounds. The curriculum will nurture empathetic and self-driven students who will embody personal values of responsibility, tolerance and pride