Crescent English School is a long established Indian community school in Al Qusais, teaching more than fifteen hundred pupils on the CBSE board. It sits at the value end of the Dubai international schools market. The KHDA, the regulator that inspects every private school in the emirate, rates the school Acceptable, a standing it has held steadily in recent inspection cycles after improving from earlier Weak results.
For Indian families who want an affordable, established national board school in the Al Qusais area, Crescent English School is a familiar choice. This profile sets out its curriculum, its fee band, the admissions calendar and where its families tend to live, and it is honest about the school's inspection standing. GlobalSchoolGuide is independent and no school pays to be listed.
Crescent English School at a glance
| Curriculum and exam boards | Indian CBSE board to the senior grades |
|---|---|
| Stage range | Kindergarten to senior grades (ages 4 to 18) |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Regulator and rating | KHDA rated Acceptable (maintained in recent cycles) |
| Fee band | Value tier |
| Campus area | Al Qusais, Dubai |
Curriculum and academics
The school teaches the CBSE curriculum, with pupils working towards board examinations in the senior grades. The academic offer is examination focused in the usual national board style, supported by science and computer laboratories, art and music rooms, an auditorium and a centre for pupils with additional learning needs.
English is the medium of instruction, with Hindi and other Indian languages taught alongside the core academic timetable. Parents weighing the board against other routes should note the school's Acceptable KHDA standing, and can read our overview of the CBSE curriculum schools in Dubai to compare it with higher rated options.
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Crescent English School fees
Crescent English School sits at the value end of the Dubai market. Because exact tuition varies by grade and is approved by the KHDA each year, we do not quote a precise per grade figure here rather than risk publishing an out of date number, but the school is clearly a low to mid value tier option within the range set out in our Dubai school fees guide. Ask the school for the current schedule for your child's grade.
Beyond tuition, plan for a registration charge on acceptance, a deposit, books, uniform and optional transport. Families focused on affordability across the city can also read our roundup of the cheapest international schools in Dubai to see where Crescent English School sits against the lowest fee options.
Admissions and intake
The school runs an April to March academic year in line with the Indian calendar, and admissions open ahead of each new session. The kindergarten years are the main intake point, with other grades offered as places arise. Assessment is age appropriate, from a readiness check in the early years to a placement review of reports for older pupils.
Parents should prepare the child's transfer certificate, recent report cards and passport and visa documents, all required by the KHDA for a school move within or into the UAE. Applying early in the admissions window improves the chance of a place at your preferred entry point.
Location and who goes there
The campus is in Al Qusais, an established and affordable residential district on the Deira side of the city, well served by road and metro links. Many families live in Al Qusais and neighbouring communities such as Muhaisnah and Al Nahda, which keeps the commute short and the transport bill low.
Families comparing affordable options often also look at Ambassador School and GEMS Modern Academy. For a fuller view of the sector, the Dubai schools hub maps the whole market by curriculum, fee band and neighbourhood.
Crescent English School reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Crescent English School fees?
Crescent English School sits at the value end of the Dubai market. Exact tuition varies by grade and is approved by the KHDA yearly, so we recommend asking the school for the current schedule rather than relying on an out of date figure.
What curriculum does Crescent English School follow?
The school follows the Indian CBSE board through to the senior grades, with English as the medium of instruction and Hindi and other Indian languages taught alongside.
Is Crescent English School a good school?
The KHDA rates the school Acceptable, a standing it has maintained in recent cycles after improving from earlier Weak results. Families should weigh that against higher rated but pricier schools.
Where is Crescent English School in Dubai?
The school is in Al Qusais, an established and affordable residential district on the Deira side of the city, well served by road and metro links.
When do Crescent English School applications open?
The school runs an April to March academic year and opens admissions ahead of each session, with the kindergarten years the main intake point and other grades subject to space.
