Schooling

Introduction

You are advised to contact the schools as early as possible, inform them about details of your child's educational needs, and send them details of previous educational history and school reports in advance of your arrival.

The Ministry of Education requires the following for entrance to all schools:

• Transfer certificate from previous UAE school or leaving report from school abroad. This should report dates the child entered and left the school and name of last class completed. The certificate should be written on school headed paper and be signed and stamped by the head teacher/principal.
• Original birth certificate and photocopy.
• Copy of passport (child and parent sponsor).
• Copy of residence visa (child and parent sponsor).
• Four passport size photographs.

Most schools will also ask for vaccination records.

On whole, private schools teach either the UK or US curriculum, although institutions are beginning to adopt the International Bacculearate Diploma scheme for 16-18 year olds.

3-4

4-5

5-6

6-7

7-8

8-9

9-10

10-11

11-12

12-13

13-14

14-15

15-16

16-17

17-18

England, Wales & N.I.

Foundation Stage

Key Stage 1

Key Stage 2

Key Stage 3

Key Stage 4

Key Stage 5

England & Wales

Nur

Rec

Yr 1

Yr 2

Yr 3

Yr 4

Yr 5

Yr 6

Yr 7

Yr 8

Yr 9

Yr 10

Yr 11

Yr 12

Yr 13

N. Ireland

Nur

Yr 1

Yr 2

Yr 3

Yr 4

Yr 5

Yr 6

Yr 7

Yr 8

Yr 9

Yr 10

Yr 11

Yr 12

Yr 13

Yr 14

Scotland

Nur

Nur

Pri 1

Pri 2

Pri 3

Pri 4

Pri 5

Pri 6

Pri 7

Sec 1

Sec 2

Sec 3

Sec 4

Sec 5

Sec 6

France

PS

MS

GS

CP

CE1

CE2

CM1

CM2

6e

5e

4e

3e

2e

1e

Term

US

Elementary

Junior High

High School

US

PreKG

KG

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

6th

7th

8th

9th

10th

11th

12th

IB

Primary

Middle

Diploma

Shell

Shell policy regarding the reimbursement of schooling/nursery fees can be found on the Shell intranet here: http://swwhome.shell.com/sps/employees/expatriate_services/policies/lifein_host.html

Standards

Standards of primary and secondary education are generally high, with many schools recruiting European, Australian and American qualified teachers. However, you should note that for certain ages, places at popular schools are at a premium. Unfortunately, it will be even more difficult to find places for children with special needs.

Schools are assessed by inspectors from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. A summary of the results of these inspections are published on the KHDA website.
Each institution is categorised thus:

Outstanding Almost all elements of the school's work operate highly effectively. There are significant examples of excellent practice. The school delivers fully on an ambitious set of promises to parents.

Good The school performs well in all the key aspects of its work. The senior staff are capable of leading further improvement. The school delivers well on all the key aspects of its promise to parents.

Acceptable The school has no significant weaknesses, but may face challenges in some key aspects of its work. The senior staff are aware of them and understand what will be involved in overcoming them. The school fulfils most aspects of its promise to parents.

Unsatisfactory The school has evident weaknesses. It appears at present to lack the capacity to improve significantly without considerable support. The school does not deliver key aspects of its promise to parents.

Nursery

A number of nursery schools are available in Dubai for children aged between two and a half and four and a half. Because your choice of nursery will most likely be based on  location in relation to your residence, we recommend that you make your choice after you have arrived in Dubai.
We suggest some options below, but for more nurseries, please refer to:
www.dubaikidz.biz/nurseriesdubai

Children Oasis' Nursery
Address: PO Box 51952, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 (0)4 348 8981 (Umm Suqiem) Telephone: +971 (0)4 390 5010 (Emirates Lakes) Telephone: +971 (0)4 390 5100 (Dubai Marina) Fax: +971 (0)4 348 8982 Web: www.childrensoasisnursery.com Email: admin@childrensoasisnursery.com	Curriculum: UK Established : 2002 Location: Umm Suqeim, Marina, Emirates Lakes Age Range: 3 months to 4 years old	Children's Oasis Nursery has three branches and takes children from 3 months to 4 years old. Children are divided in 4 age groups: 1. 3 month to walking stage; 2. Toddler- 14 months to 2 years 3. Nursery- 2 to 3 years 4. Foundation- 3 to 4 years. Nursery is opened from Saturday to Wednesday from 8am to 5pm, with wide range of part-time to full time combination of days.
Jumeirah International Nursery
Address: PO Box 24857, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 (0)4 394 5567 Fax: +971 (0)4 394 6222 Web: www.jinschools.com Email: jins@eim.aeLocated next to JPS. Principals: Ms Lisa Fernandes (Al Wasl) , Ms Janet Thompson (Al Safa)	Locations: Al Wasl, Al Safa Age Range: 18 months to 4 years Fees: (for 5 Days pw) Al Wasl    Early Class - AED 610               Nursery Morning - AED 7,000               Afternoon - AED 2,450 Al Safa    Early Class - AED 700               Nursery - AED 9,500               Senior Nursery - AED 8,900               After Care - AED 4,355	One of the oldest nurseries in Dubai, Jumeirah International Nursery follows the standards set by UK Ofsted, and individual care and attention is given in a safe and balanced environment. Classes run from 08:00 to 12:30. Another branch off the Al Wasl Road near Jumeirah Primary School offers early drop-offs at 07:30 and late classes until 17:00.
Safa Kindergarten Nursery I and II
Address: PO Box 3147, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 (0)4 344 3878 (Safa I) Telephone: +971 (0)4 342 9575 (Safa II) Fax: +971(0)4 344 3870 Web: www.safanurseries.com		Dubai Explorer: This nursery follows the British curriculum with Montessori principles. Activities include educational play, singing, playhouse activities and water play. The choice of Arabic or French as a second language is introduced to children above the age of 3. Field trips to various locations are arranged throughout the year, and there are annual event days. Late classes run until 14:00. Age range: 2 to 4 years. Other branches: New Safa Nursery (04 29575).
Children's Garden
Address: PO Box 211336, Dubai, UAE Telephone: +971 (0)4 885 3484 Fax:+ 971 (0)4 885 3584 Web: www.childrensgarden.ae Email: bertl@childrensgarden.ae Principal: Birgit Ertl	This nursery is associated with the Dubai British School and the Uptown schools	This Beacon Education school is a bilingual (English/French or English/German) early childhood centre for children of 2-5 years old. Located in the Green's Community, it opened in September 2005. Open to all nationalities.

Primary & Secondary

Below is a selection of schools most often used by Shell expatriate families.
For further details on a particular institution, just click on the school name below.

American School of Dubai Deira International School Dubai American Academy Dubai British School Dubai English Speaking College Dubai English Speaking School Dubai International Academy Emirates International School - Jumeirah Emirates International School - Meadows Horizon School International School Of Choueifat Jumeirah College

Pre KG - Grade 12 FS1 - Year 13 Pre KG - Grade 12 FS1 - Year 13 Year 7 - Year 13 KG2 - Year 6 KG1 - Year 13 KG2 - Year 13 KG1 - Year 13 KG1 - Year 6 Year 7 - Year 13

Jumeirah English Speaking School - Arabian Ranches Jumeirah English Speaking School - Jumeirah Jumeirah Primary School Kings Dubai Nibras International School Raffles International School Regent International School Repton School Wellington International School Wellington Primary School World Acadamy

KG1- Year 13 KG1- Year 6 KG1 - Year 6 FS1 - Year 6 KG1 - Grade 12 KG1 - Grade 10 FS - Year 10 KG1 - Year 12 FS1 - Year 13 FS1 - Year 6 Pre KG - Grade 12

Shell

If you want to contact another Shell parent with a child in the school you are interested in, please contact us here at Outpost Dubai. (This service is available only to employees with Shell email addresses or from spouses already registered with Outpost Dubai)

American School of Dubai
	The American School of Dubai is an independent, non-profit school offering top-quality education according to the American curriculum. The huge campus includes around 70 classrooms as well as two separate buildings for kindergartens. Other facilities include a media centre, swimming pool, computer labs, art rooms and two gymnasiums. Students partake in a range of sports including athletics, tennis, hockey, basketball and football, as well as activities like drama, sailing, scouts, dance and music. The school also partners with external companies to provide a range of recreational activites such as skiing, horse-riding, surfing and sailing. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 71188, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 344 0824 Fax: +971 (0)4 344 1510 Web: www.asdubai.org Email: asdadmin@emirates.net.ae	Principal: Dr Harold Feltham Member: CIWA. NESA A non-profit organisation	Curriculum: US Students: 940 Established: 1973 Location:  Jumeirah	Fees 2009/10: AED 31.350 (KG1) AED 39,750 (KG2) AED 59,700 (Grades 1-12) + Seat Rental Fee AED 11,020 (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Apr09): Good
	Strengths	Standards of attainment in English and science; Students with a high degree of independence as learners and positive relationships between staff and students; The effective use of information and communication technology throughout the school; An extensive curriculum enhanced by electives, extra-curricular activities and opportunities to travel on educational visits; Outstanding systems supporting the personal and academic development of students Strong and productive links with parents; Effective professional leadership;
	Areas for Improvement	Improve provision in both Arabic and Islamic Studies; Build on the existing quality of teaching and learning in mathematics to ensure consistently high levels of achievement for all students.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Deira International School (DIS)
	DIS is one of the newer schools in Dubai, and one of two situated within the Dubai Festival City complex. It offers GCSE/IGCSE, A-levels and the British Baccalaureate programme and has the capacity for around 600 students. Facilities within the school include a gymnasium, a full-size track and football field, music rooms, computer and science labs, libraries, a large auditorium and a swimming pool. Although English is the language of instruction the school also offers strong Arabic and Islamic study programmes. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 79043, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 232 5552 Fax: +971 (0)4 232 5151 Web: www.disdubai.ae Email: pa@disdubai.ae	Principal: Mr John Bastable Member: ESOL BSME, ECIS, CIS, IBO,	Curriculum: UK / IB (Dip) Students: 1,147 Established: 2005 Location: Festival City	Fees 2009/10: AED 28,995 (FS1 & FS2) AED 37,715 (Grades 1-5) AED 40,980 (Grades 6-7) AED 44,250 (Grades 8-9) AED 46,440 (Grade 10) AED 52,970 (Grade 11) AED 58,420 (Grades 12-13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Acceptable
	Strengths	Students' personal and social development; Good provision in the Foundation Stage; Attainment in English at the Foundation and Primary stages.
	Areas for Improvement	Improve leadership and management, and the capacity to improve by ensuring that: - Common goals are agreed by the owner, the board and the director, and understood and shared by the wider school community; - School leadership and governance are redesigned and their roles in pursuing these common goals are clarified; - Evaluation of the school's strengths and areas for improvement and development planning are based on evidence gained from rigorous assessment of students' progress and monitoring of teaching and learning; - Good practice in teaching and learning is identified and shared across the four phases.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Dubai American Academy (DAA)
	Dubai American Academy provides high quality education to students from more than 60 countries. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma and an enriched American curriculum. In terms of facilities, there is a cafeteria, computer and science labs, gymnasium, library, swimming pool, athletics track and an auditorium. There's also an after-school programme from 14:45 to 15:45. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 32762, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 347 9222 Fax: +971 (0)4 347 6070 Web: www.dubaiacademy.com Email: dacademy@emirates.net.ae	Principal: Dr Brian Matthews Member: GEMS, ECIS, CIS, NEASC, IBO	Curriculum: US / IB (Dip) Students: 2,296 Established: 1997 Location: Al Barsha	Fees 2009/10: AED 15,740 (pre KG) AED 17,630 (KG1) AED 46,300 (KG2) AED 65,270 (Grades 1-12) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Good
	Strengths	The level of students' academic and personal development progress from Grades 9 to 12; The teaching and learning of English in all grades; Students' behaviour, positive attitudes and their relationships with each other and staff; The extensive range of resources and facilities to support teaching and learning across the school.
	Areas for Improvement	Continue to use self-evaluation and improvement planning to bring about sustainable change and in particular, to meet requirements regarding Arabic, Islamic Studies and special educational needs; Arrange systems of governance which widen the range of stakeholders involved; Continue the process of directing and guiding teachers to make better use of assessment information to plan their teaching and meet the needs of individual students.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Dubai British School (DBS)
	Dubai British School is situated in several acres of land in the grounds of Emirates Hills. The curriculum is based on the British curriculum. The school strongly encourages pupils to participate in the many extra-curricular activities. Facilities at the school include a swimming pool, gymnasium and library. Age range: primary and secondary with foundation year. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 76691, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 361 9361 Fax: +971 (0)4 360 9294 Web: www.dubaibritishschool.ae Email: info@dubaibritishschool.ae	Principal: Mr Andrew James Homdom Member: BSME, CIS, DCSF, IPC	Curriculum: UK Students:1,004 Established: 2004 Location: Emirates Hills	Fees 2009/10: AED 35,400 (FS1 - Year 2) AED 40,460 (Years 3-6) AED 48,050 (Years 7-11) AED 53,100 (Years 12-13) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Acceptable
	Strengths	Good provision at the Foundation Stage. Students benefited from good teaching. They learn effectively and make good progress; The good teaching, curriculum planning and assessment at Key Stages One and Two; At Key Stages Three and Four, good teaching in some of the subjects enabled the students to make good progress; Students received a good education in the Sixth Form; The good behaviour of students and their positive attitudes across all stages of the school; The effective arrangements to ensure students care and welfare; The good links with parents.
	Areas for Improvement	Develop its capacity to evaluate its own performance and to plan for and promote improved outcomes by - tracking and analysing the students' progress and the quality of teaching across the whole school; - establishing suitable structures for line management and communication; Through resolving outstanding staffing issues, monitoring and staff development, achieve more consistently high quality in teaching and learning, and thereby improve the students' progress; Develop more effective governance, by consulting parents, staff and students more, and by developing processes for holding the school to account for its performance.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Dubai English Speaking College (DESC)
	Address: PO Box 125814, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 360 4866 Fax: +971 (0)4 360 4864 Web:www.descdxb.com Email: admin@descdxb.com	Principal: Mr Peter Daly Member: This school is associated with DESS Primary School in Oud Metha	Curriculum: UK Students: 352 Established: 2005 Location: Academic City	Fees 2009/10: AED 59,080 (Years 7-11) AED 63,500  (Years 12-13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Good
	Strengths	Students attained good standards in many subjects; The majority of teaching was at least good; The leadership was good with some outstanding features; The school had achieved outstanding progress in its development since its inception; Excellent planning was in place for the school's future development; All departments enjoyed high quality accommodation; There were very good resources, particularly for information and communication technology; Excellent relationships between staff and students ensured consistently well-judged advice and guidance which enhanced the learning experience for all students.
	Areas for Improvement	Raise standards in Arabic and Islamic Studies; Ensure that all teachers implement the very good systems of assessment consistently; Improve the overall quality of teaching to that of the best; Enhance students' abilities in independent research by broadening their access to the school's library and ICT resources.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Dubai English Speaking School (DESS)
	DESS first opened in a single room of a villa in 1963, and has since grown into a highly respected school with top-class facilities and around 700 pupils. The curriculum is based on the British curriculum and prepares students for secondary education either here or in the UK. Facilities and activities include computers, music, swimming, dance, a library and various sports. Age range: primary. Curriculum: British.
	Address: PO Box 2002, Dubai Telephone:+971 (0)4 337 1457 Fax: +971 (0)4 337 8932 Web: www.dessdxb.com Email: dess@dessdxb.com	Principal: Mr. David Hammond Memberships / Accreditations: BSME, ECIS A non-profit organisation	Students: 796 Established: 1963 Location: Oud Metha	Fees 2008-9: AED 32,880 (KG2, KS1 & KS2) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Good
	Strengths	The high standards of students' attainment in English and mathematics; Students' very positive attitudes to learning and school life; The very high quality of pastoral care provided by all staff; The excellent facilities and resources which support the learning.
	Areas for Improvement	Improve the use of formative assessment to plan more appropriate tasks to challenge students; Raise the profile of teaching and learning Arabic in the school and further develop students' understanding and knowledge of the cultural aspects of Dubai; Ensure that the time allocated for the teaching of Islamic Studies fully meets the requirements of the Ministry of Education.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Dubai International Academy (DIA)
	Dubai International Academy follows an international curriculum taught in English. The International Baccalaureate programme consists of the primary years programme (PYP), middle years programme (MYP) and the diploma programme (DP). The school has more than 80 classrooms, as well as music, art, dance and drama rooms, science and computer labs, libraries, swimming pools, playing fields, basketball and tennis courts, and a cafeteria. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 118111, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 368 4111 Fax: +971 (0) 4 361 9050 Web: www.diadubai.com Email: info@diadubai.com	Principal: Mr Donovan Reinsmoen Member: CIS , IBO	Curriculum: IB (PYP, MP & Dip) Students:1,661 Established: 2006 Location: Emirates Hills	Fees 2009/10: AED 32,170 (KG1) AED 36,280 (KG2) AED 36,620 (Year 1) AED 41,470 (Years 2-6) AED 46,650 (Years 7-9) AED 51,840 (Years 10-11) AED 57,000 (Year 12-13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Acceptable
	Strengths	The good teaching in the elementary school; Arrangements for the protection and support of students; The support of parents.
	Areas for Improvement	Address the issues of non-compliance with Ministry of Education requirements in Arabic and Islamic Studies; Review the senior management structure to provide clear leadership and vision for the whole school; Develop a long-term strategic plan with specific timescales, targets and responsibilities; Ensure that there are structured, regular and frequent opportunities for key staff to liaise on the delivery of the curriculum; Seek to benchmark against other IB schools to monitor progress of students; Review provision in Years 12 and 13 to ensure that it reflects the interests of students, provides for the range of academic ability and equips all students with a valid and recognised final qualification; Ensure that the admissions policy is effectively implemented in order to ensure that those admitted are suited to the demands of the programme.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Emirates International School (EIS) - Jumeriah
	With campuses in both the Meadows and Umm Suqeim, Emirates International School aims to foster independent thinking with a balanced approach to education and an international curriculum. Facilities include fully equipped classrooms, computer and science labs, library, theatre and canteen. Extra curricular activities include drama, music, swimming and basketball. Age range: primary and secondary. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 6446, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 348 9804 Fax: +971 (0)4 348 2813 Web: www.eischools.ae Email: mail@eischools.ae	Principals: Mr Jason Kirwin (High), Mrs Carmel Platt (Junior) Member: BSME, IPC, IBO	Curriculum: UK / IB (Dip) Students: 1,813 Established: 1991 Location: Umm Suqeim	Fees 2009/10: AED 28,841 (KG2 - Year 1) AED 34,335 (Years 2-3) AED 38,455 (Years 4-6) AED 45,322 (Years 7-9) AED 52,190 (Years 10-11) AED 61,116 (Years 12-13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Nov08): Acceptable
	Strengths	Leadership capacity within the school. Leaders were planning strategically and had created a momentum for improvement; The quality and sufficiency of staffing and facilities and close attention to health, safety and student welfare; Rich and extensive curricular and extra-curricular opportunities available to students; The contribution of the school to the students' personal, social and cultural education.
	Areas for Improvement	Extend best practice in teaching across the school to ensure consistently high quality learning experiences for students and to develop the capacity for independent learning; Improve arrangements for the assessment of students' work across the whole school and extend best practice to ensure a more consistent and effective approach to tracking students' progress; Implement procedures to increase the existing use of data to inform teaching and learning; Build and develop coherence in the curriculum by adopting agreed international standards and benchmarks; Review and determine the level of support so that all students proceed to the next level of their education well prepared; The Board should play a more strategic role in ensuring the accountability of the school for its performance and in sustaining the momentum of school improvement through continuing high quality leadership.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Emirates International School (EIS) - Meadows
	With campuses in both the Meadows and Umm Suqeim, Emirates International School aims to foster independent thinking with a balanced approach to education and an international curriculum. Facilities include fully equipped classrooms, computer and science labs, library, theatre and canteen. Extra curricular activities include drama, music, swimming and basketball. Age range: primary and secondary. Curriculum: International. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 120118, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 362 9009 Fax: + 971 (0)4 362 9229 Web: www.eischools.ae Email: mail@eischools.ae	Principals: Mr Brian Marquand , Mr Tim Richardson Member: CIS, IPC, IBO	Curriculum: UK / IB (Dip) Students: 1,475 Established: 2005 Location: Meadows	Fees 2009/10: AED 22,050 (KG1) AED 28,940 (KG2 - Year 1) AED 34,455 (Years 2-3) AED 38,590 (Years 4-6) AED 45,480 (Years 7-9) AED 52,370 (Years 10-11) AED 61,330 (Year 12) AED 65,400 (Year 13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Nov08): Acceptable
	Strengths	Outstanding behaviour and attitude to work by students; High quality of relationships at all levels contributing towards cultural sensitivity and global responsibilities; An excellent range of extra-curricular and enrichment programmes emphasising participation; The contributions made through the excellent teamwork of all leaders and managers in the creation of a new school, truly committed to serving the community.
	Areas for Improvement	Build on the curriculum review processes so that expected international standards are agreed for each stage of education, thereby improving continuity and progression; Improve teaching throughout the school by agreeing a clearer definition of what constitutes good practice and planning for learning. Ensure this is applied through careful monitoring; Ensure that assessments are clearly linked to benchmarked international standards and that the information is used effectively in teachers' planning of lessons to identify tasks that are suitably matched to the full ability range of students; Strengthen the effectiveness of senior and middle managers in monitoring the impact of teaching on learning so that all students achieve as well as they should.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Horizon School
	Horizon opened in 1992 with just 15 pupils, and has expanded to a large complex complete with top-class facilities and over 300 children. Students are educated according to the British curriculum, and can choose from afternoon activities such as football, netball, rounders, karate, swimming, dancing, cooking and drama. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 6749, Dubai Telephone:+971 (0)4 342 2891 Fax: +971 (0)4 342 9759 Web: www.horizonschooldubai.com Email: hsdubai@emirates.net.ae	Principal: Ms. Marion Sinclair Member: BSME This school is associated with Safa Horizon School in Al Safa	Curriculum: UK Students: 475 Established: 1992 Location: Jumeirah	Fees 2007-8: AED 17,887 (KG1 & KG2) AED 25,050 (KS1 & KS2)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Good
	Strengths	Very good behaviour of students and the positive and inclusive school ethos; High quality learning environment including the effective use of interactive display; The very good pastoral care arrangements in the school and the concern shown by all staff for the welfare of students; Students' appreciation and understanding of national identity in the context of the nature and aims of the diverse society of Dubai.
	Areas for Improvement	Improve attainment in writing, particularly in the middle stages of the school; Extend best practice in teaching to provide more regular and challenging learning experiences which effectively develop students' independent learning skills; Further develop the curriculum and teachers' approaches to assessment, in Arabic and Islamic Studies, to ensure high quality learning experiences and higher achievement for students; Ensure that new initiatives are monitored effectively and linked well to school improvement.
[top of page] [schools menu]
International School Of Choueifat
	The school system here is a unique method of education that allows students to learn more in a shorter time and with less effort. New students take placement tests to check whether they have attained certain standards in English and mathematics. Age group: primary and secondary with foundation year. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 21935, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 399 9444 Fax: +971 (0)4 399 9045 Web:http://www.iscuae-sabis.net/Pages/Schools/Dubai/ Email: iscdxb@sabis.net	Principal: Mr Raymond Niblock Member: SABIS	Curriculum: UK/US Students: 3,600 Established: 1994 Location: Nad Al Sheba	Fees 2009/10:
	Inspection Report (Nov08): Good
	Strengths	High student attainment in external examinations; Preparation of students for study at university with a high number of students gaining Advanced Placement at United States universities; Very good preparation of students for careers in science and mathematical fields; Development of positive attitudes to work by students in a school community serving a diverse range of nationalities.
	Areas for Improvement	Carry out a complete audit of care, support, health and safety to address the following: - Cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school, especially in student toilet facilities; - Fire safety and evacuation procedures; - Supervision of primary age students especially in relation to the quality and level of supervision; - Security during the extended school day; - Repair and maintenance of unsafe aspects of the play areas; - Procedures for child protection. Improve the Kindergarten and primary curriculum to ensure that tasks and activities provide sufficient opportunities for children to be active in their learning; Improve communication with parents and ensure that their views are considered and that they are kept fully informed about decisions affecting the education of their children; Improve the quality of teaching across all stages of the school to include stimulating and enjoyable learning experiences for all students.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Jumeirah College (JC)
	Jumeirah College is registered with the DFES (Department for Education & Skills) in London. The school offers all the regular sporting and cultural extra curricular activities, as well as some more unconventional pursuits such as trampolining, ballet, waterskiing, horse riding, rock climbing, and karate. There are facilities for tennis, netball, swimming and there is a small, grassed playing field. The campus also has studios for art and ceramics, music rooms and drama facilities. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 74856, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 395 5524 Fax: +971 (0)4 395 4586 Web: www.gemsjc.com Email: office@jcdubai.sch.ae	Principal: Mr Martin Clark Member: GEMS, BSME, CIS	Curriculum: UK Students: 950 Established: 2000 Location: Jumeirah	Fees 2009/10: AED 48,024 (Years 7-9) AED 54,027 (Years 10-11) AED 60,030 (Years 12-13) (from website 22Jun09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Outstanding
	Strengths	A broad range of methodologies and curricular areas aimed at supporting individualised learning; A committed and skilled teaching and support staff that used its knowledge of the pupils to provide excellent learning opportunities; A focused commitment on formative and summative assessment techniques to maintain and improve student progress; A whole-school focus on continuous self-evaluation that sought to inform planning for year group and individualised learning programmes for all students; Excellent resources in all areas of the work of the school that supported high quality learning outcomes; Very positive relationships between staff and students that enabled the development of a highly effective learning environment.
	Areas for Improvement	Continue to identify, promote and share best teaching methods to ensure that all students are challenged and supported appropriately; Improve the quality of students' skills in Arabic among the entire school community in a manner that facilitates an understanding of its value to the learner and seeks to attain similar levels of attainment as all other key subject area.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) - Arabian Ranches
	Address: PO Box 24942, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 361 9019 Fax: + 971 (0)4 361 5339 Web: www.jess.sch.ae Email: jess@jess.sch.ae	Principal: Mr Robert Stokoe Member: BSME, ECIS A non-profit organisation	Curriculum: UK Students: 1,058 Established: 2005 Location: Arabian Ranches	Fees 2009/10: AED 28,971 (KG1) AED 36,087 (KG2, KS1 & KS2) AED 61,944 (Years 7-11) AED 70,746 (Years 12-13) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Outstanding
	Strengths	High standards of attainment in English, mathematics and science, across all stages of the school; High quality of teaching that effectively promoted a love of learning; Excellent leadership which provided clear direction and vision for the future development of the school; Well established and accurate self-evaluation; The involvement of all staff in supporting the improvement and development of the school.
	Areas for Improvement	Ensure that all Muslim students receive the recommended teaching time in Islamic Studies, as required by the Government of Dubai; Continue to develop the arrangements for self-evaluation to ensure a closer match between identified areas for growth and school development priorities.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) - Jumeirah
	At JESS there are four classes in each year group from Foundation I to Year 6. The campus is well equipped, with a gymnasium, music rooms, two playing areas, a football pitch and a swimming pool. Preference will be given to British passport holders, those holding debentures, and those with siblings higher up the school. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 24942, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 394 5515 Fax: + 971 (0)4 394 3531 Web: www.jess.sch.ae Email: jess@jess.sch.ae	Principal: Ms Ruth Burke Member: BSME, ECIS A non-profit organisation	Curriculum: UK Students: 710 Established: 1976 Location: Jumeirah & Arabian Ranches	Fees 2009/10: AED 28,971 (KG1) AED 36,087 (KG2, KS1 & KS2) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Outstanding
	Strengths	Teachers' expert subject knowledge and a wide range of excellent teaching strategies which led to consistently high quality teaching and learning; Excellent relationships between staff and students; A thorough programme of assessment and review which was used consistently throughout the school to promote high standards of student attainment; Imaginative curriculum design which resulted in highly motivated students who were very well supported in their learning; The school leadership was dedicated to high academic and personal development standards and effectively shared a clear direction and vision for the school; Systematic and rigorous self-evaluation which supported strategic planning.
	Areas for Improvement	Extend the effective approaches to teaching and learning to further improve the quality of students' attainment in Arabic and Islamic Studies.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Jumeirah Primary School (JPS)
	Jumeirah Primary School is one of the most well-known primaries in Dubai, and provides a high quality education to children from Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6. Campus facilities include a well-stocked library, an active art department, a specialist music department, a discovery centre, modern computer facilities, gymnasium, swimming pool, playing fields and a seperate play area for the foundation stage. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer) Outpost Dubai adds: This school is known to provide support for children with dyslexia.
	Address: PO Box 29093, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 394 3500 Fax: +971 (0)4 394 3960 Web: www.jumeirahprimaryschool.com Email: registrar@jpsdubai.sch.ae	Principal: Mrs. Mel Curtis Member: GEMS, BSME, CIS, IPC	Curriculum: UK Students: 1,313 Established: 1996 Location:Jumeirah	Fees 2009/10: AED 30.920 (FS1) AED 38,976 (FS2, KS1 & KS2) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Good
	Strengths	Students' progress and attainment in English; The very effective arrangements to support students' personal and social development; Strong emphasis upon ensuring students' welfare and the attention given by staff to combining students' academic and personal development with their care and well-being; The high quality learning experiences of children at the Foundation Stage; The Principal's challenging vision for the future development of the school which provided clear direction and focus for all staff.
	Areas for Improvement	Improve the provision and quality of learning and progress in Arabic and Islamic Studies; Make better use of assessment information to track students and plan the next stage of learning.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Kings' Dubai
	Kings' Dubai opened in 2004 and has around 300 pupils. The facilities include a purpose-built auditorium, gymnasium, swimming pool, games court and sports field. The school teaches the British National Curriculum, through an innovative and creative approach with specialist teachers of ICT, PE, music, French and Arabic. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 381199, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 348 3939 Fax: +971 (0)4 348 3223 Web: www.kingsdubai.com Email: registrar@kingsdubai.com	Principal: Ms Deborah Watson Member: BSME, QCA	Curriculum: UK Students: 421 Established: 2004 Location: Umm Suqueim 3	Fees: AED 26,680 (KG1 & KG2) AED 33,640 (KS1) AED 40,600 (KS2)
	Inspection report (Nov08): Outstanding
	Strengths	High standards of attainment in English and mathematics; Very well motivated students who enjoyed positive relationships with their teachers and each other; Well qualified and dedicated teachers and support staff committed to the highest standards for all students; Pastoral care which treated each student as an individual and was reinforced by an efficient and reliable tracking system; Outstanding leadership which ensured all areas of management and planning were effective and the highest standards were consistently promoted; A highly effective partnership with parents designed in the best interests of all students.
	Areas for Improvement	Further expand the use of information and communication technology in students' learning; Given the very specific and successful programme of teacher development at the school, observe and mentor teachers new to the school as early as possible in their careers; Implement consistently throughout the school the best practice in formative assessment.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Nibras International School
	Address: PO Box 54084, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 885 3330 Fax: +971 (0)4 885 3331 Web: www.nisdubai.ae Email: registrar@alnibrasschool.com	Principal: Dr George Black Member: AUB This school is a project in association with the American University of Beirut	Curriculum: US/MoE Students: 345 Established: 2005 Location:Investment Park (nr Green Comunity)	Fees 2008/9: AED 21,900 (KG1 - GR3) AED 27,300 (Grades 4-6) AED 33,000 (Grades 7-9) AED 39,000 (Grades 10-12) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Acceptable
	Strengths	Well-behaved, highly motivated and articulate students; Positive relationships between staff and students; The actions of the newly established leadership team to tackle the school's priorities and their capacity to develop the school further.
	Areas for Improvement	Improve assessment strategies so that students know better what they need to do in order to improve their work; Extend best practice in teaching and learning across the whole school to ensure a consistent experience of high quality for all students; Continue to develop an appropriate curriculum and teaching and learning programme so that all students develop the knowledge and skills they need; Develop systems to track and measure the academic and personal development of all students; Clearly define the respective roles and responsibilities of the owner's representatives, the senior management team and subject leaders.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Raffles International School - South Campus
	Raffles International School meets the educational needs of 1,500 students from over 70 different countries, offering studies from nursery and kindergarten through to Grade 9. The international school has two main campuses in Umm Suqeim, and six nurseries, in Arabian Ranches, Emirates Hills, The Lakes, The Springs and Old Town. All campuses have facilities to support Raffles' Centres of Excellence in science, arts and sports. The Middle School offers the IGCSE curriculum, while the High School offers British A-levels and American High School Diploma. Age range: 3 to 16. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 122900, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 427 1200 Fax: +971 (0)4 427 1201 Web: www.rafflesis.com Email: enquiry@rafflesis.com	Principal: Ms Zorina Wigglesworth Member: CIS	Curriculum: UK Students: 315 Established: 2006 Location: Umm Suqeim 3	Fees 2009/10: AED 25,000 (KG1) AED 30,000 (KG2) AED 38,800 (Grades 1-3) AED 46,800 (Grades 4-6) AED 52,800 (Grades 7-9) AED 58,800 (Grade 10) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Good
	Strengths	High standards in English; Outstanding attitudes and behaviour of the students; Outstanding curriculum in the Kindergarten; High quality art curriculum that promoted understanding of Islam, UAE heritage and traditions; Extensive range of extra-curricular activities; Pastoral care, security and safety of students supported by an excellent relationship between staff and students; Spacious and well-equipped specialist accommodation.
	Areas for Improvement	Implement a consistent approach to assessment at all levels, including marking books. Analyse the results of assessment and use this information to set the next stage of learning and to set targets at individual and whole school level; Increase awareness of the Arab world and Islam through subjects such as history, technology, mathematics, science; Define roles, responsibilities and lines of accountability in senior and middle management to improve coherence and consistency of systems and practice across the whole school; Increase the rigour of monitoring of all aspects of the provision in order to establish self- evaluation that is based on students' performance.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Regent International School
	The school's new complex at The Greens includes state-of-the-art technology, multimedia zones, library, computer, science and language labs. The sporting facilities range from a football pitch, playing fields and gymnasium to a swimming pool. The school also has an auditorium for the performing arts. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 24857, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 360 8830 Fax: +971 (0)4 360 8831 Web: www.risdubai.com Email: info@regentschooldxb.com	Principal: Ms Patric Radic Member:	Curriculum: UK Students: 700 Established: 2005 Location: Greens, 5th Interchange, Sheikh Zayed Road.	Fees 2009/10: AED 32,700 (KG1 & KG2) AED 35,000 (KS1 & KS2) AED 38,000 (Year 7) AED 41,000 (Years 8-10) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection report (Jan09): Acceptable
	Strengths	Students' engagement in learning in most classes; Students' behaviour and attitudes in almost all settings in the school; The vision and commitment of the curriculum leader to implement a broad and balanced curriculum; Teachers' practice of student-centred learning strategies in almost all classes; Staff commitment to overall school improvement, including managers, teachers, and support staff.
	Areas for Improvement	Raise standards of teaching and learning across the school to meet the needs of all learners; Support teachers through frequent mentoring and coaching to implement the curriculum they have and improve their teaching skills; Review the use of assessment procedures in the school and use assessments to find out what students know and can do, track their progress and plan the next stage of learning; Modify the curriculum to comply with Ministry of Education regulations, particularly with respect to Arabic and Islamic Studies provision and ensure that students' spiritual, civic, economic and environmental understanding is improved; Establish a separate, impartial governing body to hold the owners and management of the school accountable for providing a high quality of education to its students; Empower the senior management team to make strategic and educational decisions, including staffing and resource decisions; Ensure there are sufficient staff to cover the demands of the curriculum and that their professional development needs are met.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Repton School Dubai
	Address: PO Box 31309, Dubai Telephone: + 971 (0)4 426 9393 Fax: +971 (0)4 Web: www.reptondubai.org Email: Info@reptondubai.org	Principal: Mr David Cook Member: IBO	Curriculum: UK / IB (Dip) Students: 1,184 Established: 2007 Location: Nad Al Sheba	Fees 2009/10: AED 42,500 (Nursery & Reception) AED 44,500 (Years 1-2) AED 48,500 (Year 3) AED 50,000 (Year 4) AED 54,000 (Years 5-6) AED 65,000 (Year 7)* AED 67,500 (Year 8)* AED 70,000 (Year 9)* AED 75,000 (Year 10)* AED 80,000 (Year 11)* AED 85,000 (Year 12)* *  + AED 60,000 full boarding, 55,000  weekday boarding + AED 6,125 Food charges (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Good
	Strengths	Outstanding provision in the Nursery and Reception classes; Outstanding personal and social development; An excellent range of extra curricular activities; Excellent provision for students with special educational needs; High quality and effective links with parents.
	Areas for Improvement	Ensure statutory requirements are met in Arabic and Islamic Studies; Ensure child protection procedures are robust and that all health and safety procedures are rigorously implemented; Improve the quality of self-evaluation to enable staff at all levels to contribute to development planning.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Wellington International School
	Wellington International School is a brand new GEMS-managed school with Prince Michael of Kent as its patron. Unique features in the school include an observatory, TV station, creative garden and ICT, art and music suites. Other facilities include a large sports hall, gymnasium, health and fitness studio, 25m indoor swimming pool, 300m running track, basketball and tennis courts and two climbing walls. Dance and drama are encouraged through a performing arts programme. Age range: primary & secondary. (Narrative: Dubai Explorer )
	Address: PO Box 48781, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 348 4999 Fax: +971 (0)4 348 6595 Web: www.wellingtoninternationalschool.com Email: registrar@wisdubai.sch.ae	Principal: Mr Geoff Turner Member: GEMS, BSME, CIS, IBO	Curriculum: UK / IB (Dip) Students: 1,920 Established: 2006 Location: Al Sufouh	Fees 2009/10: AED 33,249 (FS1) AED 41,878 (FS2) AED 41,878 (Years 1-6) AED 57,742 (Years 7-9) AED 64,975 (Years 10-11) AED 72,335 (Years 12-13) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Jan09): Good
	Strengths	The positive attitudes, behaviour and enthusiasm of students and staff; An excellent curriculum, with high quality teaching and learning opportunities at the Foundation Stage; The outstanding arrangements to ensure the health, safety, care and support of students, especially for those with complex needs; The strength of the leadership, particularly the middle managers.
	Areas for Improvement	Address the compliance issues relating to the Ministry of Education regulations for Arabic and Islamic Studies; Continue to raise attainment and achieve improved outcomes for students in examinations; Further develop self-evaluation procedures to help ensure consistently high quality teaching and learning across the school.
[top of page] [schools menu]
Wellington Primary School
	Wellington International School is a brand new GEMS-managed school with Prince Michael of Kent as its patron. Unique features in the school include an observatory, TV station, creative garden and ICT, art and music suites. Other facilities include a large sports hall, gymnasium, health and fitness studio, 25m indoor swimming pool, 300m running track, basketball and tennis courts and two climbing walls. Dance and drama are encouraged through a performing arts programme.  (Narrative: Dubai Explorer)
	Address: PO Box 114652, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)4 343 3266 Fax: +971 (0)4 343 8996 Web: www.gemswps.com Email: registrar@gemswps.ae	Principal: Mrs Anne Waite Member: GEMS, BSME, CIS	Curriculum: UK Students: 402 Established: 2007 Location: Satwa	Fees 2009/10: AED 53,000 ( ), AED 43,500 (FS2, KS1 & KS2) (from website 13Jul09)
	Inspection Report (Oct08): Good
	Strengths	The Foundation Stage provided an excellent basis for learning and links between Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 were developing well; A thorough programme of assessment and review was being developed consistently throughout the school to promote high standards of student attainment and progress; Very positive relationships existed between staff and students. The school's ability to track progress and well-being in an inclusive ethos was very good. There was a high commitment to the welfare of all members of the learning community; The school had systematic methods for reviewing and evaluating its work and, consequently, there was a clear basis for the school improvement plan; Comprehensive support existed for the wide range of linguistic and learning needs; The school leadership was dedicated to embedding good practice and set a clear direction which empowered teachers to improve the school further.
	Areas for Improvement	Capitalise on low student-teacher ratios in order to make better use of available resources, including information and communication technology across all areas of the curriculum, to add challenge and enrich learning; Use the computer network to include student tracking and so monitor attainment and progress efficiently to inform teaching and learning; Build on existing excellent practice to raise the standards of teaching and learning across the school to that of the best.
[top of page] [schools menu]
World Academy
	Address: PO Box 126260 Telephone: +971 (0)4 373 6373 Fax: +971 (0)4 323 3176 Web: www.gemsworldacademy-dubai.com Email: info@gwadubai.ae	Principal: Mr Stuart Dennis Member: GEMS	Curriculum: IB Students: 640 Established: 2008 Location:Al Barsha South	Fees 2009/10: AED 53,000 (Nur & Pre-K) AED 66,300 (KG-Grade 4) AED 76,300 (Grades 5 -8) AED 84,000 (Grades 9-10) AED 92,000 (Grades 11-12) (from website 6 Oct09)
	Inspection Report (Mar09): Acceptable
	Strengths	Positive attitudes and good behaviour of students; Creative teaching leading to active learning; Positive staff/student relationships; Outstanding health and safety provision; Leadership capacity and planning for improvement.
	Areas for Improvement	Further develop students' understanding and appreciation of Islam throughout the school; Develop the skills of all teachers by sharing best practice in meeting the needs of English as an additional language students (sic) in their classes Develop systematic assessment and review processes to track student progress and rasie attainment; Ensure full compliance in provision of Arabic; Embed the developing processes for pastoral care across all phases.

Dutch Language Tuition

De Dromedaris

Address: PO Box 307, Dubai Telephone: +971 (0)50 656 5834 Web: www.rijnlandslyceum.nl Email: rijnlandslyceumdubai@gmail.com  Principal: Hans Hardeman

The Stichting Nederlands Onderwijs Dubai Dromedaris' was founded in 1990 to offer Dutch language tuition, NTC onderwijs (Nederlandse Taal en Cultuur) in line with that given in The Netherlands. Since September 2006, the Stichting Rijnlands Lyceum is in charge of the staff, programme and supervision of the Stichting Nederlands Onderwijs Dubai. Dutch lessons are given after school hours at the Raffles School.