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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
Address: Al Garhoud
District: Garhoud
Founded: 1985
Curriculum: American
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
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
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
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
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 Qusais, behind Lulu supermarket
District: Al Qusais
Curriculum: British
Our Vision is to provide a student-centred learning environment where children are authors of their own learning and become authors of their own futures.
At Dubai Scholars, we honour the unique characteristics of each child. We embrace the diverse backgrounds and values of our students in building a strong multicultural community.
We strongly believe that children grow best in an environment characterised by trust, honesty and mutual respect among students and teachers.
Our core values of Integrity, Empathy, Respect, Resilience and Humility thread their way into all parts of our learning ecosystem.
Address: Al Khail Rd - Al Barsha - Al Barsha South
District: Al Barsha
Curriculum: American
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
Address: Algeria Road, Uptown Mirdiff, - 15th St
District: Mirdif
Curriculum: American
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
Address: Al Qusais, Al Ghusais
District: Al Qusais
Founded: 1989
Curriculum: American
Address: Wadi Al Safa 3 (next to Al Barari)
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2018
Curriculum: American
Dunecrest American School provides a co-educational, English language, college preparatory program of studies as well as The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program that culminates in awarding eligible students an American High School Diploma and/or International Baccalaureate Diploma. A holistic education is provided that encourages high standards of academic achievement, meaningful collaboration, and personal development while supporting the unique needs of each learner.
We encourage the expression of multiple perspectives in a safe and nurturing learning environment, such that the cultural identity of each student is valued. We prepare students to contribute to and thrive in a multicultural society. We support students in the development of skills and learning strategies. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and well-being. Learning explicitly addresses guided and independent inquiry and investigations, skill development, and thinking strategies for finding solutions to the complex challenges posed in developing a sustainable and peaceful world.
Dunecrest American School offers a comprehensive, standards-based curriculum that places the student at the centre of instructional and programmatic decision-making. The school caters for students from PreK to Grade 12. The curriculum is based on the U.S. Common Core Standards and U.S. AERO (American Education Reaches Out) Standards for grades KG2-12, while for PreK and KG1, the “Creative Curriculum” early years learning model is used.
In addition to an American High School Diploma, the school offers a separate International Baccalaureate Diploma Program option for students in Grades 11 and 12. Through STEAM activities students will learn to think critically, collaborate with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds, and use creativity to solve unique challenges through an interdisciplinary, project-based learning approach.
