Dubai Scholars Private School is one of the longest serving British curriculum schools in the emirate, teaching more than two thousand pupils on a large campus in Al Qusais. It follows the National Curriculum for England from the Foundation Stage through to Year 13 and sits among the better value options in the British sector of the Dubai international schools market. The KHDA, which inspects every private school in the emirate, has rated the school Good consistently since 2010.
For families who want an English curriculum school with IGCSE and A level pathways at a fee well below the premium British schools, Dubai Scholars is a well established choice. This profile sets out its curriculum, its fee band, the admissions calendar and where its families tend to live. GlobalSchoolGuide is independent and no school pays to be listed.
Dubai Scholars Private School at a glance
| Curriculum and exam boards | National Curriculum for England, Edexcel IGCSE and A level |
|---|---|
| Stage range | FS1 to Year 13 (ages 3 to 18) |
| Founded | 1976 (Al Qusais campus since 1994) |
| Regulator and rating | KHDA rated Good (held since 2010) |
| Fee band | Value British tier, roughly AED 15,500 to 31,800 a year |
| Campus area | Al Qusais, Dubai |
Curriculum and academics
The school follows the National Curriculum for England, with pupils sitting Edexcel IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11 and A levels in the sixth form. Inspection reports have noted strong academic achievement in English, mathematics and science across the primary, secondary and post sixteen phases, and the sixth form gives pupils a recognised route into UK and international universities.
English is the medium of instruction, with Arabic taught as required in the UAE and a modern languages offer alongside the core subjects. Families comparing the English route with other systems can read our overview of the British curriculum schools in Dubai to see how the school fits the wider sector.
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Dubai Scholars Private School fees
Dubai Scholars sits at the value end of the British curriculum market. Recently published fee data put annual tuition at roughly AED 15,469 to AED 31,820 across the year groups, well below the AED 55,000 to 85,000 charged by many premium British and American schools set out in our Dubai school fees guide, which makes it one of the more affordable ways into an English curriculum in the city. Fees are approved by the KHDA annually, so confirm the current figure for your child's year before you budget.
Beyond tuition, plan for a registration charge, a deposit on acceptance, uniform, examination entry costs in the senior years and optional transport. Families weighing affordable routes into the British sector can also read our roundup of the cheapest international schools in Dubai.
Admissions and intake
The school runs a September to July academic year in line with the British calendar, and admissions open in the months before each new year. FS1 is the main intake point, with places at other year groups offered as expatriate families move through the year. Assessment is age appropriate, from an early years observation to a placement test and a review of school reports for older applicants.
Parents should prepare the child's most recent school reports and passport and visa documents, all of which the KHDA requires for a school move within or into the UAE. Because the school offers rare value for a British education, popular year groups fill early, so applying at the start of the window is sensible.
Location and who goes there
The campus is in Al Qusais, an established residential district on the Deira side of the city, well served by road and metro links and popular with families who want a British education without the higher cost or longer commute of the newer western suburbs. Many pupils live in Al Qusais, Al Nahda and Mirdif, which keeps the school run short.
Families comparing options often also look at Dubai American Academy 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.
Dubai Scholars Private School reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Dubai Scholars Private School fees?
Recently published fee data put annual tuition at roughly AED 15,469 to AED 31,820 across the year groups, among the more affordable British curriculum options in Dubai. Fees are approved yearly, so confirm the current figure for your child's year with the school.
What curriculum does Dubai Scholars Private School follow?
The school follows the National Curriculum for England, with Edexcel IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11 and A levels in the sixth form, giving a recognised route into UK and international universities.
Is Dubai Scholars Private School a good school?
The KHDA has rated the school Good consistently since 2010, with strong academic achievement noted in English, mathematics and science. Whether it suits your child depends on your preference for the British curriculum and the Al Qusais location.
Where is Dubai Scholars Private School in Dubai?
The school is in Al Qusais, an established residential district on the Deira side of the city, well served by road and metro links and close to Al Nahda and Mirdif.
When do Dubai Scholars Private School applications open?
The school runs a September to July academic year and opens admissions in the months before each new year, with FS1 the main intake point and other year groups subject to space.
