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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: Dubai Investments Park
District: Abu Dhabi City
Curriculum: British
Durham School Dubai’s mission is to provide its students with a complete education; one which instils in them an aspiration for achievement, a respect for others and a ‘Confidence for Life’.
While academic life is at the heart of the school, we set out to provide a host of opportunities in sports, music and drama so that every student is given a chance to explore their potential.
Durham School Dubai is committed to educating its students in the very broadest sense of the word, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century whilst retaining a sense of traditional values established both here in Dubai and over Durham School’s 600-year history.
Within a community shaped by moral integrity and kindness, Durham School Dubai aims to cultivate responsibility and ambition to ensure that every student can thrive, be happy, and make a positive mark in the world.
The three pillars of a Durham School which support this aim and shape the environment where students can learn and grow are:
- Academic challenge: providing students with a lifelong appetite for learning.
- Pastoral care: supporting students’ emotional, moral and spiritual strength.
- Co-curricular: opportunities to enrich and develop the individual, fostering leadership, collaboration and teamwork.
We do this by nurturing and supporting our students to become:
- Thinkers who can understand, research, evaluate and create, both collaboratively and independently.
- Individuals who are morally sound, emotionally resilient, reflective and effective communicators.
- Adults who act with responsibility, humility and kindness and are ready to make a positive contribution to society.
Address: Dubai Sports City
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2018
Curriculum: IB
As a school, we are committed to providing high-quality holistic education in a supportive, caring and collaborative learning environment. Dwight’s legacy of innovation and personalized learning dates all the way back to 1872. Right from its inception, Dwight has been committed to fostering the next generation of global leaders and ethical citizens who can thrive anywhere in the world.
Dwight embraces the individuality of each learner as no two students are the same. We recognise and foster each student’s gifts and talents. Dwight’s community is a family of diverse individuals whose collective goal is to build a better world. Dwight’s mission, vision, and pillars extend globally across our network of schools and are supported by the IB ethos.
Address: Al Thanya Street, Jumeirah
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1991
Curriculum: IB
Address: Emirates Living, The Meadows
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2005
Curriculum: IB
Address: AL KHWANEEJ FIRST
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2021
Curriculum: IB
Three campuses serve the Emirate of Abu Dhabi with locations in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Al Ain City, and Abu Dhabi City. ENS also includes campuses serving the Emirates of Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah and our latest campus is in Dubai. Emirates National Schools (ENS) focuses on curricula from the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education program for Arabic, Islamic and UAE Social Studies along with the American Common Core Standards in English, Math, and Science.
This curriculum is delivered through the International Baccalaureate Organization framework for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Years Programme (DP). Students earning 53 credits or more in grades 9-12 may earn an ENS American Diploma.
Emirates National Schools (ENS) also offers College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) courses for grades 11 and 12. Students earning AP course credits will have their courses recognized worldwide by colleges and universities. Students may also work toward an IB Diploma Program (IBDP). Colleges and universities recognize the IBDP in over 128 countries.
ENS as an IB World School recognizes the essential role that education prepares students for life and has adopted the IB learner profile through all grade levels to promote teaching and learning rich in core academic and co-curricular activities. As part of the accreditation process through Cognia, Emirates National Schools (ENS) works with essential stakeholders through a continual review and improvement planning process.
All campuses and schools have school improvement committees that engage in the planning and implementation of school improvement activities. These committees advise management on changes in school operations and educational programs and serve as essential communicators on ENS’s programs to community members.
We encourage your participation to improve the school, and you may find out more by contacting your school’s Campus Director or Head of School. Emirates National Schools strive to ensure students are prepared for today’s and tomorrow’s world through our vision to prepare future leaders through educational innovation while treasuring our cultural heritage. We look forward to supporting your family’s education.
Address: Oud Metha Road, Umm Hurair
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1978
Curriculum: British
The English National Curriculum is highly regarded around the world for its rigour and quality. At ELPS your child/children will develop a global outlook and a level of education that can support their future goals and dreams.
The English National Curriculum is segmented into “5 key stages”. ELPS offers Foundation 2 to Year 13. The curriculum will prepare your child/children to study for GCSEs, IGCSEs and other internationally recognised examinations.
It is firmly believed that Education empowers students with knowledge, skills and understanding of the world around them. Developing students’ academic, personal and professional competencies in a UAE and multicultural context plays a pivotal role in preparing students to succeed in a challenging world.
Address: Fairgreen International School, The Sustainable City -
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2018
Curriculum: IB
With a campus designed for minimal environmental impact, utilising solar power for all its energy needs, recycling all its water for agricultural use, and implementing waste separation, Fairgreen International School in Dubai empowers students to play a leading role in creating a sustainable future for our world. At our home in The Sustainable City, we have a true community school in the heart of Dubai.
Fairgreen International School has a mission to embrace and promote sustainability in all its forms. Developed to empower students with a forward-looking education, Fairgreen aims to inspire future generations to make a positive impact on the world as ambassadors of sustainable development.
Our challenging academic environment motivates students to be agents of change while teaching them to be critical thinkers. Our wide-ranging programme includes performing and fine arts, STEAM learning, sports and an array of extra-curricular activities. As a caring and warm community, we promote each student’s individual development and well-being.
Address: Nad Al Sheba 4
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 2021
Curriculum: American
One of our main foci is promoting learning through digital skills. We have significant digital technology resources which ensure that our students are connected at all times and learning is accessible 24/7. We offer extra learning using coding, robotics and simulations. Through digital skills we promote intellectual curiosity, social and emotional development and innovation.
We provide our students with a safe learning environment with which to grow and reach high levels of academic achievement. We support our students, parents and teachers through valuing our communication and transparency. We aim to send our students into higher education having learned honesty, creativity, innovation, communication, accountability and responsibility enabling their confidence and growth to continue beyond our teaching.
Address: Al Barsha south 2
District: Al Barsha
Curriculum: British
We offer a world-class education founded on the National Curriculum for England. This educational programme, from Foundation through to A-Levels, is internationally recognised and will provide our students with the opportunity to access some of the finest universities in the UAE as well as overseas.
We place specific emphasis on developing literacy and numeracy skills in both Arabic and English through equal bilingual language instruction in the Foundation years.
Our teaching and learning programs will develop your children’s critical thinking, leadership, creativity and problem-solving skills through a variety of engaging and innovative student-centred activities.
In FS1 and FS2 girls and boys will be taught co-educationally with girls and boys taught together in every class. From Y5 onwards girls and boys will be taught separately.
Address: Nouakchott St - Al Warqa - Al Warqa 4
District: Abu Dhabi City
Founded: 1992
Curriculum: American
At GEMS Al Khaleej International School (GEMS AKIS) we resolutely believe that success stems from exceptional teaching practices, attentive administration, wonderful families and responsible students.
We have been bringing out the best in each student since 1992 by promoting a healthy balance between Islamic values, cultural heritage and 21st century learning skills. In order to achieve this we have established a culture of integrity that supports academic success and creates a community of lifelong learners. This, in tandem with a curriculum infused with social justice themes, allows children to develop the skills of global students who are ready for every challenge and opportunity.
GEMS Education is committed to providing quality instruction by placing an effective teacher in front of every child, an effective Principal at every school, and effective staff in all roles across the entire organization. GEMS AKIS represents a culmination of the innovative ideas and fresh perspectives generated by this philosophy, with its mission being to educate the next generation of international leaders.
Whether you are already a part of our school community or you are exploring GEMS AKIS for the first time, we trust you find our site enlightening, enjoyable and user-friendly. We also hope the site expresses a little of the essence of the magnificent learning environment fostered by our dedicated teachers and gifted students. Together they make GEMS Al Khaleej International School the unique and special place it is.
