Hartland International School is an all through British school in the Sobha Hartland community of Mohammed Bin Rashid City, opened in 2015 by the Sobha Group. It delivers the National Curriculum for England from FS1 to Year 13, leading to IGCSE, A Levels and selected BTEC routes, and was rated Outstanding in its April 2025 British Schools Overseas inspection. It features among the established options in our Dubai international schools directory.
This profile sets out the curriculum, the fee band, the admissions calendar and the community around the school. GlobalSchoolGuide is independent and no school pays to be listed.
Hartland International School at a glance
| Curriculum and exam boards | National Curriculum for England; IGCSE, A Levels and selected BTEC |
|---|---|
| Stage range | FS1 to Year 13 (ages 3 to 18) |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Regulator and rating | KHDA rated Very Good (2023 to 2024); Outstanding in its 2025 British Schools Overseas report |
| Owner | Sobha Group |
| Fee band | Mid to upper tier (see Dubai fees guide) |
| Campus area | Sobha Hartland, Mohammed Bin Rashid City |
Curriculum and academics
Hartland teaches the British curriculum throughout, taking pupils through the English key stages to IGCSE and GCSE, then on to A Levels at sixth form, with a small number of applied BTEC options for pupils whose strengths suit a more coursework based route. The combination gives older students a choice between traditional academic A Levels and a vocationally weighted path.
The school is relatively young, having opened in 2015, but its rise to an Outstanding British Schools Overseas judgement in 2025 reflects a strong early track record. Pupils progress to universities in the United Kingdom, Europe and North America, with subject choices shaped to the destination.
Budgeting for Hartland?
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Hartland International School fees
| Stage | Annual tuition |
|---|---|
| FS1 (age 3) | AED 48,781 |
| FS2 | AED 54,730 |
| Year 3 | AED 64,248 |
| Year 6 | AED 66,628 |
| Year 7 | AED 83,285 |
| Year 11 | AED 88,044 |
| Year 13 | AED 92,803 |
Source: Hartland International School (hartlandinternational.com). British curriculum (KHDA), standard new-family rates. Excludes application fee and registration deposit. Fees are the most recent published figures and exclude one-off costs such as registration, deposits and capital levies. Always confirm current fees directly with the school.
Hartland International School sits in the mid to upper band of the Dubai market. Published tuition for 2025 to 2026 runs from around AED 49,000 in the early years to roughly AED 93,000 in the senior grades, as set out in our Dubai school fees guide. That places it below the city's most expensive premium names while remaining a substantial commitment.
Budget for the usual extras on top of tuition: a registration charge, a refundable deposit, transport if you live outside Sobha Hartland, and examination entry fees for IGCSE and A Levels in the senior years. For context on where it ranks against the wider field, see our pick of the best international schools in Dubai.
Admissions and intake
The school runs an August to June year and admits across year groups subject to availability, with FS1 the main early intake and the start of sixth form a second entry point as pupils choose their A Level subjects. As a popular community school, it can carry waiting lists at sought after grades.
Admission is based on prior school reports, age appropriate assessment and, in the senior school, evidence that the applicant can manage the chosen A Level workload. Prepare recent reports, passport and visa copies and a transfer certificate where the KHDA requires one.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits within Sobha Hartland, a green, low rise master community on the Dubai Water Canal in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, close to Ras Al Khor and Meydan and a short drive from Downtown Dubai. It primarily serves families living in the Hartland and Meydan developments who want a British school within walking or driving distance.
For families weighing nearby alternatives, the Dubai schools hub and the British schools in Dubai directory map the full set of options across the emirate.
Hartland International School reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Hartland International School fees?
2025 to 2026 tuition runs from roughly AED 49,000 in the early years to about AED 93,000 in the senior grades, a mid to upper tier price. The KHDA approves the maximum, so confirm the figure for your child's year group.
What curriculum does Hartland International School follow?
The National Curriculum for England, leading to IGCSE and GCSE, then A Levels at sixth form with a small number of applied BTEC options.
Is Hartland International School a good school?
It holds the KHDA's Very Good rating and was judged Outstanding in its 2025 British Schools Overseas inspection, a strong record for a school opened in 2015. Suitability depends on the Sobha Hartland location and your preference for A Levels.
When do Hartland International School applications open?
The school runs an August to June year and opens admissions ahead of each session, with FS1 and sixth form the main intakes. Apply early as popular grades fill.
Where is Hartland International School located?
In Sobha Hartland, a master community on the Dubai Water Canal within Mohammed Bin Rashid City, close to Meydan, Ras Al Khor and Downtown Dubai.
