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...to the Spring 2011 issue of Better Education, designed for parents in the UAE. We have compiled this guide as a solid base of reference to help you make an informed decision about which of the UAE’s nurseries, schools and universities are best for your children. For further research on schools in particular, we recommend a visit to khda.gov.ae, home to fantastic detailed reports from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), who grade each one from outstanding through to unsatisfactory.

How This Guide WorksWhen we devised this guide it was our aim to make it as user-friendly as possible, so that the information is easily accessible. As such, each entry in the listings sections is broken down first by the emirate they’re located in, then alphabetically, while overviews of each are also provided. We wish you luck in your search and hope you find the perfect place for your child!

Our A-Z of all you need to know about schools, from where to pick up books and uniforms to how to fund your child’s education and get involved at school.

Packing their kids off to nursery or school for the very first time can be one of the toughest times for a par-ent, so we’ve pulled together top tips to help you cope.

At the forefront of international education, The International Baccalaureate is an increasingly popular curriculum in the UAE. We ask the experts all about it.

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Managing Director Victoria [email protected]

Publishing DirectorJohn [email protected]

Advertisement Director Chris Capstick, +971 (0)4 369 [email protected] Features Editor Laura Binder [email protected]

DesignerMatthew [email protected]

Sales ManagersSaffron GoodyearSukaina HusseinCat Steele

Production ManagerHaneef [email protected]

Printed by United Printing Press

Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. HOT Media Publishing does not accept liability for any omissions or errors in Better Education.

23 Nurseries 91 Universities

HOT Media Publishing FZ LLC

Welcome...

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...to the Spring 2011 issue of Better Education, designed for parents in the UAE. We have compiled this guide as a solid base of reference to help you make an informed decision about which of the UAE’s nurseries, schools and universities are best for your children. For further research on schools in particular, we recommend a visit to khda.gov.ae, home to fantastic detailed reports from the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), who grade each one from outstanding through to unsatisfactory.

How This Guide WorksWhen we devised this guide it was our aim to make it as user-friendly as possible, so that the information is easily accessible. As such, each entry in the listings sections is broken down first by the emirate they’re located in, then alphabetically, while overviews of each are also provided. We wish you luck in your search and hope you find the perfect place for your child!

Our A-Z of all you need to know about schools, from where to pick up books and uniforms to how to fund your child’s education and get involved at school.

Packing their kids off to nursery or school for the very first time can be one of the toughest times for a par-ent, so we’ve pulled together top tips to help you cope.

At the forefront of international education, The International Baccalaureate is an increasingly popular curriculum in the UAE. We ask the experts all about it.

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Better Education Guide March 2011Essentials

Easy as a,B,C All you need to know about schools, from A to Z

A is for… affordability. Education is private for expats in the UAE, which means you

may need a helping hand to cover the costs of your preferred school. Make an appointment with your bank to see whether they provide loans (many do), or look into an ADCB loan (the Ambition Loan for Education) which is designed solely for the purpose of funding education.

B is for… boarding schools. Whether it’s your career or location that makes boarding school

the best option for your offspring, Dubai can accommodate. Repton (www.reptondubai.org) is the first of its kind in the Middle East and teaches a British curriculum to an international pupilage of three to 18-year-olds with accommodation to boot. Decide between your child boarding for long-term stays or weekly, from Sunday to Thursday, before heading home for the weekend.

C is for… car pooling. If you have a super-busy schedule, lift sharing with other parents

will save you serious time on the daily school run. Find out where your neighbours’ children attend or befriend mums at the school gate and set up a system that works for you all.

D is for… Dubai Library Distributors (www.dubailibrary.com). This one-stop shop is the

place in which to snap up all manner of classroom goodies, from coloured exercise books and arts and crafts tools to must-have stationery and fun added extras (look out for its Disney-themed water bottles).

E is for… end of term. There’s an abundance of camps in the UAE come summer time

which cater for tots and teens alike. Find one that will pander to your child’s interests, like E-Sports (www.esportsdubai.com) which covers virtually every sport imaginable over the course of four weeks. GEMS, Dubai American Academy and Wellington International School are just three venues to previously host the camp.

F is for… feeling prepared. Get your juniors classroom-fit by installing a few invaluable

key skills in them before the big day. Namely, how to; hold a pencil correctly, write their name, draw simple shapes, count to ten, get dressed and tie their shoelaces (ultra-handy after sports class).

G is for… grading systems. New in town and stuck on schools? The KHDA (Knowledge

and Human Development Authority) is the name to watch. The body oversees and rates private and public education, so keep an eye out for the KHDA stamp of approval. Check out their school inspections of 2010 by visiting www.khda.gov.ae.

H is for… how to cope. Sending your first-born off to school can result in a bout of

separation anxiety – for you and them. But, there are ways to soothe the transition from dependent to student. If it’s your child who’s feeling extra anxious ask your nursery or school if they can start by attending half days. If it’s you who’s filled with dread, take a look at our parental coping tips on page 6.

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I is for… International Baccalaureate. Regarded as a prestigious international education

foundation, the IB offers three programmes for students aged up to 18-years-old and is recognised the world over – ideal for expat kids. An array of schools offer the course, including the Dubai International Academy (www.diadubai.com), Dubai American Academy (www.gemsaa-dubai.com) and Jumeirah Baccalaureate (www.jbschool.ae). See page 15 for further reading.

J is for… join the waiting list. ‘Long’ is the only word to describe the wait for the most

popular primaries. So, if you want your child to start school this September you should be well on your way with applications to be in with a chance of landing a coveted spot. It’s advisable not to put all your eggs in one basket though. Come up with a shortlist and put your child’s name down on more than one, pronto.

K is for… KG1 – the first year children can attend school at the tender age of three. KG1

welcomes little ones who are three-years-old before September (when the new school year commences) with most turning four during that period. Enrolment at this age is not essential, however, and if you follow a British curriculum you may prefer your child to start at age four, in KG2.

L is for… lunch time. Health-conscious parent? If you’re keen to monitor mealtimes, log-on

to Lunch Boxes.ae (www.lunchboxes.ae) and handpick bites for the week ahead. You can take your pick of food items which will then be freshly-made and delivered daily. Find out if your school already participates with the scheme, or place an order of your own.

M is for… mums. If you feel the need to share your thoughts and feelings with likeminded

parents, why not join a free community forum, like The Dubai Mums Club (www.dubaimumsclub.com) where you can vent your views and meet other mums in the process.

‘If you want your child to start school this September you should be well on your way with applications...’

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N is for… nurseries. From mere months to four-year-olds, there’s no shortage of

nurseries to choose from but how can you be sure you’re leaving your tot in safe hands? Take a look at The British Orchard Nursery’s (www.britishorchardnursery.com) checklist, inspired by the UK’s Office of Standards, and gage an idea of what to look out for – such as having a qualified nurse on site at all times and maintaining a stimulating, interactive environment.

O is for… open days. Can’t decide between schools? Find out when each one is hosting

an open day and use it as a prime opportunity to take a leisurely look at all of its facilities – and ask any nagging questions while you do.

P is for… parent groups. Join one and you can take an active part in your child’s school life

by volunteering at events, chaperoning trips or fundraising for charity. See JESS’ (www.jess.sch.ae) group which has been going strong since 1993.

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Q is for… questions, questions, questions. Avoid that ‘I forgot to ask…’ feeling by

penning a list of queries to put to your shortlisted schools. Remember that what may be right for your friend’s science-whizz kid, may not work for your sportier offspring. Find out about its key facilities, admissions policy and staff – and be sure to get a glimpse of how teachers and students interact both in and out the classroom.

R is for… routine. While homework may be the bane of your child’s life, establishing a

routine early-on can help ease the pain. Insert it in their standard weekly schedule – for example an hour before dinner or after a regular treat or activity – and create an area where they can concentrate, be it the dining room table or at a desk and chair in their bedroom.

S is for… special learning requirements. Al Noor Training Centre for Children with

Special Needs (www.alnoorspneeds.ae) is the longest-standing institution for kids with special

needs in Dubai. Dyslexic students, meanwhile, can try the British Institute for Learning Development (www.british-ild.com) or JLT’s Lexicon Reading Center (www.lexiconreadingcenter.org). For a full list, consult www.dubai.ae.

T is for… transport. You won’t be able to miss the yellow, American-style buses

that chug through the city with excitable kids on board. To find out whether your school provides such a service, take a look at Bright Bus (www.brightbustransport.com) which serves 17 schools in Dubai alone, or contact School Transport Services (www.schooltransportservices.com).

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Q is for… questions, questions, questions. Avoid that ‘I forgot to ask…’ feeling by

penning a list of queries to put to your shortlisted schools. Remember that what may be right for your friend’s science-whizz kid, may not work for your sportier offspring. Find out about its key facilities, admissions policy and staff – and be sure to get a glimpse of how teachers and students interact both in and out the classroom.

R is for… routine. While homework may be the bane of your child’s life, establishing a

routine early-on can help ease the pain. Insert it in their standard weekly schedule – for example an hour before dinner or after a regular treat or activity – and create an area where they can concentrate, be it the dining room table or at a desk and chair in their bedroom.

S is for… special learning requirements. Al Noor Training Centre for Children with

Special Needs (www.alnoorspneeds.ae) is the longest-standing institution for kids with special

needs in Dubai. Dyslexic students, meanwhile, can try the British Institute for Learning Development (www.british-ild.com) or JLT’s Lexicon Reading Center (www.lexiconreadingcenter.org). For a full list, consult www.dubai.ae.

T is for… transport. You won’t be able to miss the yellow, American-style buses

that chug through the city with excitable kids on board. To find out whether your school provides such a service, take a look at Bright Bus (www.brightbustransport.com) which serves 17 schools in Dubai alone, or contact School Transport Services (www.schooltransportservices.com).

‘You won’t be able to miss the yellow, American-style buses that chug through the city with excitable kids on board’

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U is for… uniforms. Your chosen school is likely to provide you with a rundown of

essential items for the classroom and PE. But, if you’re stuck on where to shop for shoes the Back to School Vincent shoe range provides a quick solution for sizes 0 to 35. Fashionable and functional, you can scour its collections at its new store in Ibn Battuta Mall’s Egyptian Court (www.ibnbattutamall.com).

V is for… vacation. The school year is split into three terms with the longest vacation taking

place in the hottest summer months. Expect to have your kids home from the end of June, when temperatures soar, until the new school year in September. Celebrations like UAE National Day, Islamic New Year and the two Eid holidays all prompt additional days off, too. Dates will vary so consult your school for specific dates.

W is for… Word of mouth. While following authoritative bodies and acknowledging

top-rated schools in the city is without doubt the safest, most practical route to take, there’s still something to be said for personal referrals. If you have any nagging doubts, follow up by talking to parents and neighbours or going online (see

our recommended forum under ‘M’) to get a true insight from real people and their experiences.

X is for… X-tra curricular. Be sure to suss out your school’s clubs and facilities so your

child has an active life outside of the classroom, too. Does it have a pool for water babies, drama clubs for budding thespians or fields for sports-nuts to let loose on? Find out what’s important to him or her and keep their enthusiasm alive.

Y is for… your year. School years differ depending upon the curriculum and

nationalities within it but autumn, spring and summer terms always apply. KG1 is the earliest year at which children can attend school (see ‘K’) and this extends to pre-university years. Whatever their age, school days usually begin at 8am and end at 2 or 3pm, from Sunday to Thursday.

Z is for… Zak’s Store (www.zaksstore.com) is a must-visit shop to scoop school uniforms.

It serves nine of the city’s key schools, including Dubai British School and GEMS World Academy. Visit the website to see whether yours is included and take a shopping trip to its store in Jumeirah Beach Centre Mall.

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U is for… uniforms. Your chosen school is likely to provide you with a rundown of

essential items for the classroom and PE. But, if you’re stuck on where to shop for shoes the Back to School Vincent shoe range provides a quick solution for sizes 0 to 35. Fashionable and functional, you can scour its collections at its new store in Ibn Battuta Mall’s Egyptian Court (www.ibnbattutamall.com).

V is for… vacation. The school year is split into three terms with the longest vacation taking

place in the hottest summer months. Expect to have your kids home from the end of June, when temperatures soar, until the new school year in September. Celebrations like UAE National Day, Islamic New Year and the two Eid holidays all prompt additional days off, too. Dates will vary so consult your school for specific dates.

W is for… Word of mouth. While following authoritative bodies and acknowledging

top-rated schools in the city is without doubt the safest, most practical route to take, there’s still something to be said for personal referrals. If you have any nagging doubts, follow up by talking to parents and neighbours or going online (see

our recommended forum under ‘M’) to get a true insight from real people and their experiences.

X is for… X-tra curricular. Be sure to suss out your school’s clubs and facilities so your

child has an active life outside of the classroom, too. Does it have a pool for water babies, drama clubs for budding thespians or fields for sports-nuts to let loose on? Find out what’s important to him or her and keep their enthusiasm alive.

Y is for… your year. School years differ depending upon the curriculum and

nationalities within it but autumn, spring and summer terms always apply. KG1 is the earliest year at which children can attend school (see ‘K’) and this extends to pre-university years. Whatever their age, school days usually begin at 8am and end at 2 or 3pm, from Sunday to Thursday.

Z is for… Zak’s Store (www.zaksstore.com) is a must-visit shop to scoop school uniforms.

It serves nine of the city’s key schools, including Dubai British School and GEMS World Academy. Visit the website to see whether yours is included and take a shopping trip to its store in Jumeirah Beach Centre Mall.

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Bye-Bye BaBy Children aren’t the only ones with trembling bottom lips on the first day

of nursery or school – if you’re dreading waving goodbye for the first time, read our tips on how to cope with the big farewell…

Practice makes perfect If your child skips off to nursery or school happy to hug the day before them, you’re likely to feel confident too. So, why not prepare for the big day? Practicing periods of separation by leaving them in someone else’s care will help ease your anxiety. Whether it’s with a friend, relative or nanny, reassure your little one as you leave by telling them you’ll be back later – and then go, don’t stall. While doing so may put a lump-in-your-throat at first, such boundaries will make departing for school much easier in the long-run – for both of you.

Sweet farewells Develop a goodbye ritual whenever you leave your child that you both understand, be it a wave, phrase or goodbye kiss. This can be reassuring for both of you and, when used on the first day of term, your child will be less confused about what’s happening – which should make the process easier for you as well.

Less stress If you’re feeling stressed and tired on the first day of school it will be harder to keep your emotions in check. What’s more, if your child sees you cry or worry your feelings can have a knock-on effect – cue quite the scene when you try to leave one another. Be responsible for your own wellbeing by exercising for a positive boost, getting a good night’s sleep for a clear head and eating a decent breakfast – all the right ingredients to brave the day ahead.

Don’t delay As much as you may not want the day to come, don’t be late when it does. Doing so will not only make your stresses resurface, and impact on your little one, but could make them

feel excluded or exposed when they arrive to an already-full classroom of mini strangers.

Join our club Rather than stew at home or work, share your thoughts and feelings with women in a similar position and you can gather peace-of-mind over common ground. Dubai Mum’s Club (www.dubaimumsclub.com) is one such forum – and it’s free, too.

Play host If you find yourself sobbing uncontrollably, phoning the school ‘just to check’, or unable to do anything but worry, it’s time to channel your emotions more creatively. Why not host a coffee morning for other mums you’ve met at the school gate, or suggest a nearby café where you can socialise in close proximity of the school? As your child becomes more settled, so will you.

Get Involved If you really can’t bear to stay away, there are ways to get actively involved in school life, without assuming the teacher’s role. Find out about PTA’s at your school, volunteer to chaperone on school trips and take part in any fun days hosted there. Just be sure not to crowd your child, they won’t thank you for it later.

‘If you’re feeling stressed on the first day of school it will be harder to keep your emotions in check. What’s more, if your child sees you cry your feelings can have a knock-on effect’

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Bye-Bye BaBy Children aren’t the only ones with trembling bottom lips on the first day

of nursery or school – if you’re dreading waving goodbye for the first time, read our tips on how to cope with the big farewell…

Practice makes perfect If your child skips off to nursery or school happy to hug the day before them, you’re likely to feel confident too. So, why not prepare for the big day? Practicing periods of separation by leaving them in someone else’s care will help ease your anxiety. Whether it’s with a friend, relative or nanny, reassure your little one as you leave by telling them you’ll be back later – and then go, don’t stall. While doing so may put a lump-in-your-throat at first, such boundaries will make departing for school much easier in the long-run – for both of you.

Sweet farewells Develop a goodbye ritual whenever you leave your child that you both understand, be it a wave, phrase or goodbye kiss. This can be reassuring for both of you and, when used on the first day of term, your child will be less confused about what’s happening – which should make the process easier for you as well.

Less stress If you’re feeling stressed and tired on the first day of school it will be harder to keep your emotions in check. What’s more, if your child sees you cry or worry your feelings can have a knock-on effect – cue quite the scene when you try to leave one another. Be responsible for your own wellbeing by exercising for a positive boost, getting a good night’s sleep for a clear head and eating a decent breakfast – all the right ingredients to brave the day ahead.

Don’t delay As much as you may not want the day to come, don’t be late when it does. Doing so will not only make your stresses resurface, and impact on your little one, but could make them

feel excluded or exposed when they arrive to an already-full classroom of mini strangers.

Join our club Rather than stew at home or work, share your thoughts and feelings with women in a similar position and you can gather peace-of-mind over common ground. Dubai Mum’s Club (www.dubaimumsclub.com) is one such forum – and it’s free, too.

Play host If you find yourself sobbing uncontrollably, phoning the school ‘just to check’, or unable to do anything but worry, it’s time to channel your emotions more creatively. Why not host a coffee morning for other mums you’ve met at the school gate, or suggest a nearby café where you can socialise in close proximity of the school? As your child becomes more settled, so will you.

Get Involved If you really can’t bear to stay away, there are ways to get actively involved in school life, without assuming the teacher’s role. Find out about PTA’s at your school, volunteer to chaperone on school trips and take part in any fun days hosted there. Just be sure not to crowd your child, they won’t thank you for it later.

‘If you’re feeling stressed on the first day of school it will be harder to keep your emotions in check. What’s more, if your child sees you cry your feelings can have a knock-on effect’

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One FOr The FuTure The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a curriculum that has blossomed

in popularity, with many notable universities openly voicing a preference for students that have studied its programmes. To get the

lowdown on it, we spoke to two education experts…

How would you describe the IB in terms of what it offers students? EE The IB offers 3 programmes for students aged 4 to 18; the Primary Years Programme (PYP: 4-11), the Middle Years Programme (MYP; 11-16) and the Diploma (DP; 16-18). All three programmes strive for students to become life-long learners who are knowledgeable, inquisitive, principled, caring, open-minded, balanced, reflective thinkers and communicators who are able to take risks. All three programmes are rigorous and challenge students to become independent learners.DY It’s definitely a student-needs focused curriculum driven by a clear philosophy to prepare them for their futures and to instill a responsibility to look after their world and its peoples. And as an international curriculum – appropriate for students of all ages, abilities and nationalities – it produces students who are responsible, internationally-minded citizens.

When was the IB launched and introduced to the UAE? EE The Diploma Programme (often mistakenly referred to as the IB itself) was introduced in 1968 as a pre-university course for expat students allowing them to study at universities all over the world. In 1994, the IB introduced the MYP to allow students to be better prepared for the rigour of the Diploma. In 1997, the PYP was introduced. As a result, the planning of the three IB programmes has been done in such a way to prepare students for entry into the Diploma. There are several schools in the UAE which has been offering the Diploma for almost two decades. However, there are only four schools in the UAE which offer the PYP, MYP and DP.

Why was the IB was introduced? What was the previous curriculum lacking?DY Educational leaders determined previous international school curriculums (for the international expatriate student) were too dominated by national needs rather than the needs of the international student, and they varied extensively from school to school and country to country. Thus, there was a need to develop an organisation of schools that adhered to common standards and goals and outcomes.

Do teachers of the IB programmes have to go through tailored training? EE Yes, the IB and some external providers – in cooperation with the IB – offer workshops for teachers of all three programmes, while schools also offer in-school training

Erika Elkady (EE)Deputy Head and MYP Coordinator,Uptown High School

Dan Young (DY)Head of School,GEMS World Academy

The eXPerTS

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One FOr The FuTure The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a curriculum that has blossomed

in popularity, with many notable universities openly voicing a preference for students that have studied its programmes. To get the

lowdown on it, we spoke to two education experts…

How would you describe the IB in terms of what it offers students? EE The IB offers 3 programmes for students aged 4 to 18; the Primary Years Programme (PYP: 4-11), the Middle Years Programme (MYP; 11-16) and the Diploma (DP; 16-18). All three programmes strive for students to become life-long learners who are knowledgeable, inquisitive, principled, caring, open-minded, balanced, reflective thinkers and communicators who are able to take risks. All three programmes are rigorous and challenge students to become independent learners.DY It’s definitely a student-needs focused curriculum driven by a clear philosophy to prepare them for their futures and to instill a responsibility to look after their world and its peoples. And as an international curriculum – appropriate for students of all ages, abilities and nationalities – it produces students who are responsible, internationally-minded citizens.

When was the IB launched and introduced to the UAE? EE The Diploma Programme (often mistakenly referred to as the IB itself) was introduced in 1968 as a pre-university course for expat students allowing them to study at universities all over the world. In 1994, the IB introduced the MYP to allow students to be better prepared for the rigour of the Diploma. In 1997, the PYP was introduced. As a result, the planning of the three IB programmes has been done in such a way to prepare students for entry into the Diploma. There are several schools in the UAE which has been offering the Diploma for almost two decades. However, there are only four schools in the UAE which offer the PYP, MYP and DP.

Why was the IB was introduced? What was the previous curriculum lacking?DY Educational leaders determined previous international school curriculums (for the international expatriate student) were too dominated by national needs rather than the needs of the international student, and they varied extensively from school to school and country to country. Thus, there was a need to develop an organisation of schools that adhered to common standards and goals and outcomes.

Do teachers of the IB programmes have to go through tailored training? EE Yes, the IB and some external providers – in cooperation with the IB – offer workshops for teachers of all three programmes, while schools also offer in-school training

Erika Elkady (EE)Deputy Head and MYP Coordinator,Uptown High School

Dan Young (DY)Head of School,GEMS World Academy

The eXPerTS

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EE Diploma students have been prepared for independent study at university level. They would have studied 3 subjects at Higher Level and 3 subjects at Standard Level. They also have to fulfill a Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) program, write an extended essay of 4,000 words and successfully pass a Theory of Knowledge course. So the demands of the Diploma are such that students who successfully obtain it are very well prepared for university. DY IB students are taught to be independent thinkers, problem-solvers, to creatively seek answers to questions and know how to access and filter information. They understand what it means to be analytical and to research and to synthesise information. They have the skills to be self-managing, and self-monitoring, and therefore don’t require time at university learning to acquire these skills.

Should I be concerned if my child isn’t studying the IB curriculum? EE All three IB programmes prepare students to think out of the box, to be challenged, to be inquirers. The IB prepares students for professions which may not even exist now but for which we need qualified people in the near future. If you’re talking about the Diploma in particular, there are different paths to higher education and one needs to realise that the Diploma does not suit everyone. It is a pre-university course and not all students aged 16- to 18-years are able to deal with its academic demands.DY There is such an international perspective woven throughout the curriculum and students are encouraged to take meaningful action as a result of their learning. If a parent desires traditional rote-and-memory learning and weekly test performance-based instruction for their child, then perhaps the IB is not the best choice. But it’s also worth thinking about where

your child will study at university. The UK, for example, only accepts the IB Diploma students from outside the UK. Some countries require IB Diploma in order to get financial assistance (The Netherlands for example), while the US and Canada are more open and will accept students with or without the IB. In general, a student can still be accepted to a variety of universities with less academic requirements without the IB Diploma seal of accomplishment – but it is difficult. Universities love IB Diploma students with successful scores.

For further information, visit www.ibo.org

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DY To teach the IB requires teachers to think more deeply about the pedagogy of inquiry, so a teacher has to be trained to understand the specific needs of the IB program philosophy.

Have you met with any objections from parents about the IB? If so, what were/are their chief concerns? EE A few parents at first mistakenly think that there isn’t enough rigour as there is less emphasis on recall. However, they very quickly realise that the programmes are demanding, as students have to apply newly-learned information in what are often authentic situations. But for the most part parents who choose an IB school know that all three programmes are rigorous, and are also aware that the school is continuously evaluated by the IB, so there is little concern about the quality of the programme.DY The most often expressed concern is the perceived lack of rigour, as students in some subjects could pass through the MYP without external testing. But you sometimes hear things like; why does this programme look so different from when I went to school and why do you think this way is better?

Some leading universities have openly stated a preference for recruiting IB students, why do you think that is?

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EE Diploma students have been prepared for independent study at university level. They would have studied 3 subjects at Higher Level and 3 subjects at Standard Level. They also have to fulfill a Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) program, write an extended essay of 4,000 words and successfully pass a Theory of Knowledge course. So the demands of the Diploma are such that students who successfully obtain it are very well prepared for university. DY IB students are taught to be independent thinkers, problem-solvers, to creatively seek answers to questions and know how to access and filter information. They understand what it means to be analytical and to research and to synthesise information. They have the skills to be self-managing, and self-monitoring, and therefore don’t require time at university learning to acquire these skills.

Should I be concerned if my child isn’t studying the IB curriculum? EE All three IB programmes prepare students to think out of the box, to be challenged, to be inquirers. The IB prepares students for professions which may not even exist now but for which we need qualified people in the near future. If you’re talking about the Diploma in particular, there are different paths to higher education and one needs to realise that the Diploma does not suit everyone. It is a pre-university course and not all students aged 16- to 18-years are able to deal with its academic demands.DY There is such an international perspective woven throughout the curriculum and students are encouraged to take meaningful action as a result of their learning. If a parent desires traditional rote-and-memory learning and weekly test performance-based instruction for their child, then perhaps the IB is not the best choice. But it’s also worth thinking about where

your child will study at university. The UK, for example, only accepts the IB Diploma students from outside the UK. Some countries require IB Diploma in order to get financial assistance (The Netherlands for example), while the US and Canada are more open and will accept students with or without the IB. In general, a student can still be accepted to a variety of universities with less academic requirements without the IB Diploma seal of accomplishment – but it is difficult. Universities love IB Diploma students with successful scores.

For further information, visit www.ibo.org

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provide them with the best opportunities. The institute and country where you or your children are planning to study can have a major bearing on the amount of funding that you will need.

“Fees at the local schools can be high,” said Parthasarathy “and when it comes to universities, course fees can probably exceed hundreds of thousands of dirhams per year. If they go to the US or the UK to study, living expenses have to be funded over and above the course fees and all these can be too onerous on parents. We have seen that many parents find it difficult to to shell out such lumpsum amounts if they don’t plan much in advance.”

There is no greater joy for a parent than to see the graduation ceremony of their child. It is the stepping stone to a new life of independence and the rewards of a professional career and so whatever your financial position, ADCB can guide you on a strategy to best fit your individual needs for funding the education of your children now and in the future. Experts are on hand to guide you through investment and insurance and protection plans* to help save money over a period of time for education in the future.

If it’s not just your children’s education that you are planning for, and it’s actually your own professional ambition that is driving you to study for a new qualification or course of study, ADCB is also here to assist with the finances. Whether you are planning to take an undergraduate degree, a master’s course or an MBA, you may need to access large sums of money quickly. “Sometimes adults decide to further their education with these types of courses. Quite often it is not planned within their personal financial plans and so need to free up funds quickly in order to enrol on their course and make their ambitions come to life”.

In the event that you have not planned your education needs financially and would like to enrol in a new course and need to access money immediately, the ADCB Education Loan can lend up to AED 250,000, with a repayment

‘Banking on Education’s suite of financial products will empower you to take the right decisions for now and the future’

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True ambition never fades and ‘Banking on Education’ is aimed at enabling education for everyone. ADCB has tailored this

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“Banking On Education is a one-stop-shop for all of your education-related needs, whether you require funds to finance your education or advice for future planning,” said Sundar Parthasarathy, Executive Vice President-Consumer Assets.

To prepare for the launch of Banking On Education, ADCB has built relationships with

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“Through personal experience and our professional research with educational institutes the clear outcome is that education can get very expensive in the UAE. We also discovered that there are many young people who go abroad for education, which becomes even more costly. These simple yet valuable insights give us a good reason to raise awareness of the importance of planning and saving for your children’s education as early on as possible’

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provide them with the best opportunities. The institute and country where you or your children are planning to study can have a major bearing on the amount of funding that you will need.

“Fees at the local schools can be high,” said Parthasarathy “and when it comes to universities, course fees can probably exceed hundreds of thousands of dirhams per year. If they go to the US or the UK to study, living expenses have to be funded over and above the course fees and all these can be too onerous on parents. We have seen that many parents find it difficult to to shell out such lumpsum amounts if they don’t plan much in advance.”

There is no greater joy for a parent than to see the graduation ceremony of their child. It is the stepping stone to a new life of independence and the rewards of a professional career and so whatever your financial position, ADCB can guide you on a strategy to best fit your individual needs for funding the education of your children now and in the future. Experts are on hand to guide you through investment and insurance and protection plans* to help save money over a period of time for education in the future.

If it’s not just your children’s education that you are planning for, and it’s actually your own professional ambition that is driving you to study for a new qualification or course of study, ADCB is also here to assist with the finances. Whether you are planning to take an undergraduate degree, a master’s course or an MBA, you may need to access large sums of money quickly. “Sometimes adults decide to further their education with these types of courses. Quite often it is not planned within their personal financial plans and so need to free up funds quickly in order to enrol on their course and make their ambitions come to life”.

In the event that you have not planned your education needs financially and would like to enrol in a new course and need to access money immediately, the ADCB Education Loan can lend up to AED 250,000, with a repayment

‘Banking on Education’s suite of financial products will empower you to take the right decisions for now and the future’

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“Products and services of such nature are very common in other advanced parts of the world but, until now, these have rarely been available in the UAE and that too as a composite package. At ADCB we have made a sincere attempt to meet the needs of people through this medium,” said Parthasarathy.

Over the coming months, ADCB will roll out a number of initiatives aimed at raising awareness of how Banking on Education can help realise people’s academic dreams.

As a starter, ADCB is spreading the word by teaming up with local schools and nurseries to run competitions that reward children and their parents for thinking about their education.

“For example, children will be asked to draw a picture of them as grown-ups, showing what

they would like to be doing at work, whether it is being an artist or a lawyer,” explained Parthasarathy.

“At the events, each child will get an activity pack with colouring pencils and a certificate for taking part. It will just give the child an opportunity to show his parents his ambitions from a young age.”

So, whatever stage in life you or your children are at, Banking on Education’s suite of financial products will empower you to take the right decisions for now and the future. After all, your ambitions should only be governed by your potential.

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NURSERIES

There’s a huge amount of nurseries for you to choose from so to help you narrow down the choice, we’ve listed what each

one has to offer...

Bur Dubai: +971 4 398 3536 Jumeirah: +971 4 395 3570 GymJuniorz: +971 4 358 0538Email: [email protected] www.britishorchardnursery.com

For corporate management services / business partnership, contact: [email protected]

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“SOWING SEEDS OF SUCCESS”

The School invited to... ...meet the Queen of England

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Prestigious government

contract awarded for nursery

management in the RTA premises

The Children with theRTA director

The School was awarded for

special need education from

Community Development Authority

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the Ministry of Social Affairs 39th National Day celebrations

Give your chi ld an early start with Br i t ish Orchard Nursery

Dubai’s FIRST Nurserywith a Chi ldren’s

Gym and Fi tness Centre

A well established nursery with branches in Bur Dubai and Jumeirah

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www.powertutoring.comCALL 04 364 3080CALL 04 364 3080

KG1 upwards

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Better Education Guide March 2011Nurseries

Curriculum ArabicAge 40 days to 4 yearsTerm dates MonthlyFees from AED 1,000-1,500 per month

Birds of Hope NurseryAl Salah, Abu Dhabi

02 621 3411

Activities Play cubes, face painting, sand play, play area, sand drawing, painting.Hours of operation 7.00am-3.00pm, extra hours available upon request .

Curriculum InternationalAge 3 months to 5 yearsTerm dates MonthlyFees Info on request

Future NurseryAir Port Rd, Abu Dhabi02 445 3933

Activities Craft, singing, painting, gym, dancing, puppet tree, music, elementary education, storytelling, interactive games.Hours of operation 7.00am - 6.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 20 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun.Fees Info on request

First Steps Nursery24th Karama St, Abu Dhabi02 446 0960 firststeps.ae

Activities Field trips, special events, picnics, swimming, music time, painting.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8.00am-1.00pm. Your child can attend for 3 or 5 days a week and you can choose timings to suit.

Curriculum UKAge 1 month to 4 yearsTerm dates MonthlyFees AED 1,200 per month + registration fee

Future Stars NurseryFalah St., Abu Dhabi02 642 0177

Activities Painting, drawing, water play, trips.Hours of operation 6.30am-5.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4 Years - Khalifa City 2 to 4 Years - Al Bateen Term dates Sep-Dec,Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Humpty DumptyNursery02 666 3277 - Al Bateen, 02 556 1068 - Khalifa City A,Abu Dhabihumptynursery.com

Activities Story time, circle time, singing, outside play, flash cards, music and movement, sand/water play, painting, dressing up, counting, free play, scissor skill practise, jolly phonics, Kindermusik.Hours of operation 7.30am-2.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec,Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun. Summer school Jul-AugFees Info on request

Jigsaw Nursery & CrecheKaramah, Abu Dhabi02 445 5222jigsawnurseryad.com

Activities Colouring, creche, large play area, painting, sand play, tiny tots.Hours of operation 7.00am-4.00pm.

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Curriculum English/French/ArabicAge 2 months to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees Info on request

Swans Nursery16th Street, Abu Dhabi02 642 2768 / 64

Activities Drawing, play area, painting.Hours of operation 7.30am-2.00pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 1 to 4 YearsTerm dates April-MarchFees Info on request

Noah’s Ark Nursery - Main BranchNajda st, Abu Dhabi02 635 1035 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance and art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids’ gym and library, water play, sand play, and outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.


Noah’s Ark Nursery - MusafahMusafah, Abu Dhabi02 635 1035 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance, art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids gym and Library, water play, sand play, outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.

Curriculum Modern Montessori Age 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees Info on request

Stepping Stones Preschool - Al ButeenAl Buteen, Abu Dhabi02 681 5583 steppingstones.ae/albuteen

Activities Dance, art, story time.Hours of operation 8.30am-2.00pm.


Stepping Stones Preschool - Al RowdhaAl Rowdha, Abu Dhabi02 445 2260 steppingstones.ae/alrowdha

Activities Painting, drawing.Hours of operation 8.30am-2.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Lady Bird Pvt. Nursery and PreschoolAl Buteen, Abu Dhabi02 667 3881

Activities Drawing, play area, painting, music.Hours of operation 7.00am-4.00pm.

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Curriculum English/French/ArabicAge 2 months to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees Info on request

Swans Nursery16th Street, Abu Dhabi02 642 2768 / 64

Activities Drawing, play area, painting.Hours of operation 7.30am-2.00pm.


Noah’s Ark Nursery - Main BranchNajda st, Abu Dhabi02 635 1035 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance and art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids’ gym and library, water play, sand play, and outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.


Noah’s Ark Nursery - MusafahMusafah, Abu Dhabi02 635 1035 noahsarknurseryad.com

Activities Indoor activities like music, dance, art & craft, e-learning, abacus, kids gym and Library, water play, sand play, outdoor activities like bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.


Stepping Stones Preschool - Al ButeenAl Buteen, Abu Dhabi02 681 5583 steppingstones.ae/albuteen

Activities Dance, art, story time.Hours of operation 8.30am-2.00pm.


Stepping Stones Preschool - Al RowdhaAl Rowdha, Abu Dhabi02 445 2260 steppingstones.ae/alrowdha

Activities Painting, drawing.Hours of operation 8.30am-2.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Lady Bird Pvt. Nursery and PreschoolAl Buteen, Abu Dhabi02 667 3881

Activities Drawing, play area, painting, music.Hours of operation 7.00am-4.00pm.


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We promote and consider ourselves to be a ‘Traditional, Home away from Home’ British nursery offering all early years educa-tional activities based on the British Curriculum. This includes an excellent Foundation Stage 1 Programme (FS1 / KG1) caringly delivered in preparation for mainstream school. We have active & positive relationships with most of the primary schools within Dubai and particularly long-standing relationships with Dubai’s founder primary schools. We are currently accepting registrations for September 2011 and will have limited places for the summer term (April – June 2011).


The Palms Nursery Beach RoadJumeirah 3Phone: [email protected]

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Dubai & Sharjah

Curriculum Learn through playAge 2 years to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 1200 per month

Art and Educational Centre at

Sharjah Ladies Club – Bumble Bee ProgramSharjah Ladies Club, Al fisht06 506 7733slc.ae

Activities Language development, mathematical development, good manners, physical development, outdoor play, art/craft, music and movement, sports, gym, audio visual, educational TV, library time, songs, stories.Hours of operation 9.00am-1.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4.5 yearsTerm dates Up to 50 weeks - academic term optionsFees ranges from AED 7,500 (term), 49,800 (annual)

Blossom Childrens NurseryUmm Al Sheif - 04 348 6275 Umm Suqeim 3 - 04 394 8837theblossomnursery.com

Activities Literacy, numeracy and Taking Care Of Our World curriculum; waterplay, bike track, planting, softplay, exploratorium and sensory zones. The nursery also provides all meals. Hours of operation 7.30am-8.00am-6.00pm. Flexible pick-ups at 1pm-3pm/5pm-6pm offered.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun.Fees On request

British Orchard Nursery Mankhool - 04 398 3536 Jumeirah - 04 395 3570britishorchardnursery.com

Activities Indoor and outdoor play area, pool, ball pool, road track, sandpit, dollhouse, soft play, ibrary, cookery room, music and movement, water play, Picasso art, afternoon classes, arabic classes & computer classes.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.00pm.

Curriculum Early Years CurriculumAge 4 months – 4 yearsTerm dates Info on requestFees AED 6,600 – 12,100

Building Blocks Child Enrichment CentreMotorcity, Dubai,04 453 4363building-blocks.ae

Activities Facility houses a complete dance studio and music rooms. Programme offered include – Kinderdance, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, Bollywood, Piano, Cello, Violin, Drums, Drama and various mother and toddler group programmes. Packages for classes can be combined with nursery at-tendanceHours of operation 8.00am-9.00pm.




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Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (ICLCA). Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Children’s Garden Dubai Green Community, Dubai04 885 3484 childrensgarden.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Exploring the German language, Theater, Art Club in French, Music, Movement, Math club.Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm

Curriculum The International Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Children’s Garden Dubai Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai04 349 2985tcgjumeira.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Exploring the German language, Drama and Antics, Art Club in French. Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm

You can't trustdogs to watchyour food.

Give them a head start…

Little Woods Nursery is a warm, happy and nourishing place for your precious little ones to spend their most crucial years. Our specially designed nursery is conveniently situated in the Al Safa 2 area and provides a safe, comfortable and exciting environment where the self-esteem and character of each child is nurtured so they can reach their full potential.

We are one of the very few nurseries in the UAE with full access CCTV web cameras and fully licensed, registered and approved by the ministry. We can confidently assure you that your association with Little Woods Nursery will be indeed a very happy one for you and your beloved little ones.

Contact us:Head Mistress+971 56 622 [email protected] Mrs. Charmaine Kaissy, Director+971 50 718 [email protected]

Street 4C, Villa 82 Safa 2, P.O. Box 215243, Dubai, U.A.E.T: +9714 394 6155, F: +9714 394 6955www.littlewoodsnursery.com

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Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (ICLCA). Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Children’s Garden Dubai Green Community, Dubai04 885 3484 childrensgarden.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Exploring the German language, Theater, Art Club in French, Music, Movement, Math club.Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm

Curriculum The International Age 2 to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

Children’s Garden Dubai Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai04 349 2985tcgjumeira.aeA Taaleem School

Activities Exploring the German language, Drama and Antics, Art Club in French. Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. Afternoon Activities 2.30pm-3.15pm









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Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 years.Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-AugFees Info on request

Jebel Ali Village Nursery GroupMarina-04 424 3791 / 2Meadows-04 422 4222 Arabian Ranches-04 368 9882Jebel Ali-050 153 3319Umm Suqeim-04 348 6720Dubai Healthcare City-055 911 7227jebelalinursery.com

Activities Purpose built facilities, nature trails, circle time, phonics, number works, social skills, arts and crafts, drama and action, singing with music teacher, field trips, cooking, visits by professionals, water play, fun with computers, theme days and concerts, soft play.Hours of operation Optional: 8am till 12 noon or 1pm, 2pm till 5.30pm, or 8am till 5.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 5 yearsTerm dates Monthly basisFees On request, on a per hour basis (minimum 4 hours)

Hummingbird Nursery Dubai Dubai International Financial Center04 370 0449 hummingbird.ae

Activities Indoor and outdoor games.Hours of operation 7.00am to 7.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees Info on request

Jumeirah international NurseryAl Safa branch-04 394 5567Al Wasl branch-04 349 9065jinspire.com (Al Safa)jinschools.com (Al wasl)

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, Music and Movement.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-12.30pm. After hours care programme from 12.30pm-5pm.

Curriculum UKAge 1 year to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Jun for theacademic year. Also available full year program, Sep-Aug.Fees On request

Kids Cottage NurseryUmm Suquiem 1, Beach Road04 394 2145kidscottagenursery.com

Activities Creative art sessions, Music and Movement by Kindermusik.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

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Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) from the UK Age 3 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees Various options are available and discussed upon visiting the nursery

Cocoon Nursery Jumeirah 3, Umm Suqeim04 394 9394 cocoonnursery.com

Activities Art & craft, singing, storysacks, show and tell, library, simple science, junior chef, Educational Braingym®, creative movement, sand & water area, shaded play-grounds, indoor playroom, theme days and concerts.Hours of operation Teaching hours 8am-12.30pm. Optional early drop off at 7:30am and optional extended hours to 2.15pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep 14-Dec 16, Jan 3-Mar 31, April 18-June 30, Summer School July to August. Fees AED 3,580-17,620 per term (or) AED 10,740-52,860 per year

Children’s Oasis NurseryUmm Suqeim,Al Manara Street, 04 348 8981Al Thanya Street, 04 348 1181childrensoasisnursery.com

Activities ‘Little Bocelli voices’ classes, ‘Mini chef’ classes and ‘Junior Picasso’ art-and-crafts. School trips and party days each term, plus regular PlayBall and Music & Movement classes. Hours of operation Hours are optional - Sun-Thu: 8.00am-12.30pm, 8.00am-2.00pm, 8.00am-5.00pm or 2.00pm- 5.00pm. A 7.30am start is also available.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 7 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Dubai Autism CenterDiyafa Road, Villa no. 2004 398 6862dubaiautismcenter.ae

Activities Special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, movement therapy, music therapy, art therapy and computer literacy.Hours of operation 8.00am-1.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge Lower Nursery: 1.6 years to 2.5 years Upper Nursery: 2.6 years to 3.5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Dubai Gem NurseryJumeirah, before Iranian hospital04 345 3550dubaigemschool.com

Activities P.E, music, annual concert, sports day, picnics, TV cartoon shows.Hours of operation 8.00am-12.30pm.

JOHN PAuL, FATHER OF AERiN ROSE AT JEBEL ALi NuRSERy (P33)“i thought long and hard about whether or not to send my daughter to nursery at the age of 20 months and when i decided that i would i thought even harder about which nursery i’d send her to. in the end i went for Jebel Ali Nursery at JBR and couldn’t be happier. My daughter absolutely loves it there and the teachers are very friendly.”

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 years (Mirdif branch), 11 months to 4 years (Umm Suqeim branch)Term dates Sep-JunFees On request

Emirates British NurseryMirdif04 288 9222Umm Suqeim04 348 9996emiratesbritishnursery.com

Activities Teddy bear’s picnic, sports day, soft play, music and rhyme time, discovery corner, fun with numbers, spring concert, water play, sensory garden, chit chat mornings for parents, boogie tots, sporty tots, spring egg hunt, festive parties, fun in the park, water wingers.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm (Mirdif branch), 7.30am-3.00pm (Umm Suqeim branch).


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Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 years.Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-AugFees Info on request

Jebel Ali Village Nursery GroupMarina-04 424 3791 / 2Meadows-04 422 4222 Arabian Ranches-04 368 9882Jebel Ali-050 153 3319Umm Suqeim-04 348 6720Dubai Healthcare City-055 911 7227jebelalinursery.com

Activities Purpose built facilities, nature trails, circle time, phonics, number works, social skills, arts and crafts, drama and action, singing with music teacher, field trips, cooking, visits by professionals, water play, fun with computers, theme days and concerts, soft play.Hours of operation Optional: 8am till 12 noon or 1pm, 2pm till 5.30pm, or 8am till 5.30pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 5 yearsTerm dates Monthly basisFees On request, on a per hour basis (minimum 4 hours)

Hummingbird Nursery Dubai Dubai International Financial Center04 370 0449 hummingbird.ae

Activities Indoor and outdoor games.Hours of operation 7.00am to 7.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 weeks to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees Info on request

Jumeirah international NurseryAl Safa branch-04 394 5567Al Wasl branch-04 349 9065jinspire.com (Al Safa)jinschools.com (Al wasl)

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, Music and Movement.Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-12.30pm. After hours care programme from 12.30pm-5pm.

Curriculum UKAge 1 year to 5 yearsTerm dates Sep-Jun for theacademic year. Also available full year program, Sep-Aug.Fees On request

Kids Cottage NurseryUmm Suquiem 1, Beach Road04 394 2145kidscottagenursery.com

Activities Creative art sessions, Music and Movement by Kindermusik.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.


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Curriculum UKAge 14 months to 3 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulFees Various options are available and discussed upon visiting the nursery.

Kids island Nursery Jumeirah 3 / Umm Suqeim, Dubai04 394 2578 / 79 kidsislandnursery.com

Activities Art & craft, singing, storysacks, show & tell, library, simple science, junior chef, Educational Braingym®, Creative Movement, theme days and concerts. Hours of operation Teaching hours 8am-12.30pm. Optional early drop off at 7.30am and optional extended hours to 2.15pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Curriculum InternationalAge 4 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, May-JulFees Info on request

Little Hands Kids Club04 448 9267Dubai Knowledge Village,04 422 1303Club Old Town Burj Khalifa,littlehandskidsclub.com

Activities Indoor activities like painting, art & craft, puzzles, sand and water play, music & movement, kids’ gym, yoga and ballet. Outdoor activities like swimming, bouncy castle and special events.Hours of operation 7.30am–6.00pm. Flexible pick-ups at 12.30pm/2.30pm/6.00pm.

Curriculum UK and Montessori Methods of Learning.Age 2 months to 4½ yearsTerm dates Sep–Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Summer School July-August.Fees On request

Little Wings international Nursery Dubai Villa 43, Street 2b, Al Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 204 349 0553 lwi-nursery.com

Activities Singing, dancing, indoor play, library, art, theatre, watching educational movies, brain gym, yoga, playing in the garden, sandpit play, cycling, hopscotch. Hours of operation 7.30am-6.00pm Sunday through Thursday.

Curriculum UKAge 14 months - 4.5 years Term dates Info on requestFees Info on request

Kids Palace Nursery Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai04 348 4163 / 050 350 0039 kidspalacenursery.com

Activities French & Arabic classes, Ballet, Music, Gymnastics, Drama, Interactive board. Hours of operation 7.30am - 6.00pm

Curriculum UKAge baby-age up to 4 years (FS1)Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees flexible and competitive

Little Scholars NurseryAl Safa 1, close to Spinneys Umm Suqeim, Al Wasl Road, Dubai,04 395 5532/050-nurserylsa.ae

Activities Arabic language, Chess, Boogie Babies and Super Skills, spacious indoor softplay area, big shaded garden with soft-play area and race-track, library, nutritious meals, CCTV cameras, bus-transportation, holiday-programs.Hours of operation 7.00am-6.00pm.

NATASHA RAJGuRu, MOTHER OF iMOGEN AVA AT CHiLDREN’S OASiS NuRSERy (P32)“i’ve been delighted with Children’s Oasis as it provides a great range of facilities in a fun and friendly environment. imogen has recently graduated from the weekly playgroup, which really helped her development, and i’m now looking forward to watching her continue to grow at this first-class nursery.”


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Following the British Foundation Stage Profile we provide a safe haven

for children to play and develop

Watch and learn with our Interactive Board and Beebot robots

Come and join in with our specialist music teacher.

Play and have fun in our water play area.

Dress up and fantasise with our Drama teacher

Get in touch with your feelings in our sensory area

Have fun playing in our Mermaids Paradise

At the kids Palace Nursery we give the opportunity to learn French,Arabic, gymnastics, Ballet and piano lessons. We also provide transport for the

children and a nutritious breakfast and sanck.

Al Wasl Road, Street No 17, Opposite Mosquewww.kidspalacenursery.com, Tel: 04-3484163, Mob: 050-3500039

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Curriculum Learn Through Play/Montessori (nursery qualified teachers and educated assistants)Age From 16 monthsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 4,320-10,180 per term

Little Land Nursery and Montessori CentreJumeirah Beach Road / junction of Al Manara Street04 394 4471littlelandnursery.com

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, cooking, brain gym, Music and Movement.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm, Sun-Thu. Early and late class available on request.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

London and Paris international NurseryVilla 831, Jumeirah Rd., opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel04 348 0077lpnursery.net

Activities Billingual education (French and English), swimming, ballet and piano lessons for 3 to 4 year olds.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 1 month to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Mar-JunFees On request

Mother Care NurseryAl Satwa, Dubai04 349 6955motherforcare.com

Activities Swimming, art craft, ballet, face painting, dancing, tree day & sports courts.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 2 month to 4 yearsTerm dates Open all year – 5 terms and a summer campFees AED 3,045-6,565 per term

Little Wonders3rd Street, Al Manarah, Dubai04 348 7195800 NURSERYlittlewonders.ae

Activities Wide range of activities linked to the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.Hours of operation 7am-6pm.


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Curriculum Learn Through Play/Montessori (nursery qualified teachers and educated assistants)Age From 16 monthsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 4,320-10,180 per term

Little Land Nursery and Montessori CentreJumeirah Beach Road / junction of Al Manara Street04 394 4471littlelandnursery.com

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, cooking, brain gym, Music and Movement.Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm, Sun-Thu. Early and late class available on request.

Curriculum UKAge 3 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

London and Paris international NurseryVilla 831, Jumeirah Rd., opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel04 348 0077lpnursery.net

Activities Billingual education (French and English), swimming, ballet and piano lessons for 3 to 4 year olds.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 1 month to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Mar-JunFees On request

Mother Care NurseryAl Satwa, Dubai04 349 6955motherforcare.com

Activities Swimming, art craft, ballet, face painting, dancing, tree day & sports courts.Hours of operation 7.00am - 7.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 2 month to 4 yearsTerm dates Open all year – 5 terms and a summer campFees AED 3,045-6,565 per term

Little Wonders3rd Street, Al Manarah, Dubai04 348 7195800 NURSERYlittlewonders.ae

Activities Wide range of activities linked to the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.Hours of operation 7am-6pm.


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Fax: +971 4 39 555 13P.O. Box 66252 | Dubai, U.A.E

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Enrolling children from 6 months to 4 years old

WHERE PLAY HAS A PURPOSE

British Curriculum

Flexible admissions

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Curriculum InternationalAge 40 days to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-June, plusSummer CampFees On request

Little Woods NurseryVilla 82, Street 4C, Safa 2, Dubai.04 394 6155littlewoodsnursery.com

Activities Riding bicycles, puzzles, games, indoor toys, books, painting.Hours of operation 8.00am-2.00pm for academics. Option of 7.00am-6.30pm upon request.

It is only natural that every parent wants the best for their child.We do too.

Come and see for yourself! We are located in Umm Sequim and Dubai Silicon Oasis; for your invitation to visit us, discuss our curriculum and experience The Kensington Nursery in action, call us now!

For more information visit our websitewww.thekensingtonnursery.com

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Curriculum Bilingual Classical Arabic and English ProgrammeAge 2 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

My NurseryAl Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 1120mynursery.aeManaged by Taaleem

Activities On request.Hours of operation 8.30am-1.00pm.

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates April, Sep-MarFees On request

New Dubai Nursery Mankool Road, Bur Dubai04 398 4900 newdubainursery.com

Activities Swimming, art and craft.Hours of operation 8.00am-11.30am.

Curriculum Theme-based, InternationalAge 6 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Rising Stars NurseryUmm Suquiem 2, near Choithram supermarket, Dubai04 348 8805rsn.ae

Activities Brightly coloured indoor playroom, large outdoor play area, tricycle and car track, sand pit, water splash area, dining/snack room with child-sized dining tables, nurse’s room.Hours of operation Daily 8.00am-12.30pm. Early drop-off available.

Dubai Knowledge Village, Block 11, G06, [email protected], 04-44 625 00

www.ef.com

How about watching football in

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Eiffel Tower and visit Euro Disney and

finish off with a boat tour on the Seine?

At the same time improve your language skills

together with EF Education First. EF teaches

the language where it is natively spoken and

has more than 40 schools worldwide.

This is a great summer programme for your

child. Why not combine both adventure and

studies in a foreign exciting environment.

EF teaches French, Spanish, German, Italian,

Chinese and English. Our courses start every

Monday and you can study from 2 weeks

up to 52 weeks.

For the youngest, our summer language

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BOOK NOW to ensure your placement!

Summer time is around the corner. Come

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EF International Language Centers

Language Courses Abroad

CHARLOTTE POuLTNEy. MuM OF AMELiE POuLTNEy AT SMALL WORLD NuRSERy (P42)“We are delighted with Small World Nursery. it’s British-run and close to home for us in Jumeirah, and it takes children from walking age to 4 years. With three fantastic outside play areas and even a covered swimming pool, Small World provides a safe haven where learning is made fun.”


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Curriculum Bilingual Classical Arabic and English ProgrammeAge 2 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-JunFees On request

My NurseryAl Wasl Rd, Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 1120mynursery.aeManaged by Taaleem

Activities On request.Hours of operation 8.30am-1.00pm.

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates April, Sep-MarFees On request

New Dubai Nursery Mankool Road, Bur Dubai04 398 4900 newdubainursery.com

Activities Swimming, art and craft.Hours of operation 8.00am-11.30am.

Curriculum Theme-based, InternationalAge 6 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Rising Stars NurseryUmm Suquiem 2, near Choithram supermarket, Dubai04 348 8805rsn.ae

Activities Brightly coloured indoor playroom, large outdoor play area, tricycle and car track, sand pit, water splash area, dining/snack room with child-sized dining tables, nurse’s room.Hours of operation Daily 8.00am-12.30pm. Early drop-off available.


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CHARLOTTE POuLTNEy. MuM OF AMELiE POuLTNEy AT SMALL WORLD NuRSERy (P42)“We are delighted with Small World Nursery. it’s British-run and close to home for us in Jumeirah, and it takes children from walking age to 4 years. With three fantastic outside play areas and even a covered swimming pool, Small World provides a safe haven where learning is made fun.”


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Curriculum UKAge 1 to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

Small Steps NurseryMirdif, Dubai04 288 3347

Activities Playgrounds.Hours of operation 8.00am- 12.00pm. Extended hours avail-able until 1.30pm upon request.

Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees AED 5,750 for 2 days per week for a monthAED 8,500 for 2 days per week for a month

Small World NurseriesOpposite the Beach Club in Beach Road, Jumeirah 2,04 349 0770 / 348 0788smallworldnurserydubai.com

Activities Computer area with educational software, library and outside playscapes, with shaded areas, swimming.Hours of operation 8.00am-12.30pm. Extended hours available until 3.00pm upon request

Curriculum UKAge 11 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Super Kids NurseryStreet 23, Mirdif,Dubai04 288 1949superkidsnursery.com

Activities Circle time, flash cards, arts & crafts, story time, play dough, puzzles & blocks, soft gym & educational videos.Hours of operation 8.00am-1.00pm/8.00am-3.00pm/ 8.00am-5.00pm

Curriculum French CanadianAge 6 month to 4 yearsTerm dates Sept-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees Upon request but price includes 3 meals per day cooked with organic ingredients

P’tit bout’chou Nursery Jumeirah 1 (behind jumeirah plaza), Dubai04 344 6031 ptitboutchou.com

Activities Painting, day trips, social skills, cooking, kids gym, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor playing area.Hours of operation 7.30am-2.00pm. Plus extra funtime till 5.00pm if required.


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Curriculum InternationalAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Tender Love and Care Nursery Boutique Office Villa 23, Dubai Media City04 367 1636tenderloveandcare.com

Activities Music, gym & water play.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.00pm.


The Kensington NurseryUmm Suquiem, Dubai 04 394 4473 thekensingtonnursery.com

Activities French & Arabic classes, physical education class, water play.Hours of operation 7.30am-6.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge Approx. 16 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

The Palms NurseryAl Meedaf Street, (Off Beach Road), Jumeirah 2, Dubai04 394 7017palmsnursery.com

Activities All regular activities including weekly ‘Monkeynastix’ fun and an FS1 programme gently taught by caring British staff to nurture and promote all aspects of pre school development.Hours of operation 8.00am-1.30pm.

We teach English, Russian, Arabic & Islam

Dubai, Umm Suqueim3, Community, 366, St. No. 15, Villa No. 10, Opp. Burj Al Arab,

Tel: 04 348 6301 / 02, Mob: 050 652 [email protected] www.firststepsdubai.com

Fully Equipped Montessori Nurs-

ery, following British curriculum. Music &

Movement, Sand & Water Play, Kids Gym, & much more!

Transport & Daycare Available. CCTV Enabled.

We are open during July & August

Find us in

Ras Al Khaimah as

Smart Steps Nursery Montessori

07-236 1655/6, 055-5512678

www.smartstepsnursery.com

Vincent is a style advocate in the realm of footwear and the reason is simple: It represents a huge variety

of fun and functional childrens shoes, fashionably styled and manufactured with high quality materials and

constructions. At Vincent you can find kids shoes for all types of weather and feet before each season for

ages upto ten. While fashion-inspired, Vincent shoes are not “over-designed” and there is always a focus on

fit, functionality and practicality, regardless of whether it is a shoe, a boot, a sneaker, a daily wear shoe, soft

baby booties, pre-walker shoes or a more heavy-duty Vincent rain boot or snow boot.

Egypt Court, Ibn Batuta Mall

Sorry, we only have shoes for children!


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Curriculum InternationalAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on request

Tender Love and Care Nursery Boutique Office Villa 23, Dubai Media City04 367 1636tenderloveandcare.com

Activities Music, gym & water play.Hours of operation 7.30am-5.00pm.


The Kensington NurseryUmm Suquiem, Dubai 04 394 4473 thekensingtonnursery.com

Activities French & Arabic classes, physical education class, water play.Hours of operation 7.30am-6.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge Approx. 16 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On request

The Palms NurseryAl Meedaf Street, (Off Beach Road), Jumeirah 2, Dubai04 394 7017palmsnursery.com

Activities All regular activities including weekly ‘Monkeynastix’ fun and an FS1 programme gently taught by caring British staff to nurture and promote all aspects of pre school development.Hours of operation 8.00am-1.30pm.

We teach English, Russian, Arabic & Islam

Dubai, Umm Suqueim3, Community, 366, St. No. 15, Villa No. 10, Opp. Burj Al Arab,

Tel: 04 348 6301 / 02, Mob: 050 652 [email protected] www.firststepsdubai.com

Fully Equipped Montessori Nurs-

ery, following British curriculum. Music &

Movement, Sand & Water Play, Kids Gym, & much more!

Transport & Daycare Available. CCTV Enabled.

We are open during July & August

Find us in

Ras Al Khaimah as

Smart Steps Nursery Montessori

07-236 1655/6, 055-5512678

www.smartstepsnursery.com










SCHOOLS

Choosing a school for your child is arguably the most important

decision you’ll make as a parent. Here we list need-to-know facts to

help you on your way...

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Curriculum MontessoriAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr Apr-JunFees AED 7,500 per term

Tiny Home Montessori NurseryBeside Mercato centre, Beach Road, Jumeirah04 349 3201tiny-home.com

Activities Music and Movement, field trips, water play, show and tell, French and Arabic language classes.Hours of operation 8.00am-12.30pm.

Curriculum InternationalAge 40 days to 4 yearsTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Aug Summer CampFees On request

Wisdom international Nursery & Daycare51 Street, Villa 6, Jumeirah 1, Behind Dubai Zoo 04 344 6371

Activities Play and learn, Montessori and swimming.Hours of operation 8.00am-5.30pm..

Curriculum IndianAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates Apr-Aug, Sep-MarFees AED750 per month

World NurseryOpp. Bustan Centre,Al Qusais, Dubai,04 261 3025

Activities Oral activities, craftwork and writing skills.Hours of operation 8.00am-2.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 6 months to 3 years Term dates Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun, Sep-DecFees Info on request

The Knightsbridge NurseryUmm Suquiem 3, Dubai04 348 1666theivychild.com

Activities Phonics, French, music, baking, waterplay zone, large outdoor play area.Hours of operation 7.30am-6.00pm.

Curriculum UKAge 18 months to 4 yearsTerm dates On requestFees Info on request

The New Nursery SchoolJumeirah 3, off Umm Al Sheif St, between Spinney’s Umm Suquiem and Dubai sailing club (DOSC)04 394 9961

Activities Art, craft, singing, pre-school activities, bicycling/buggying, swings, sports and climbing.Hours of operation 8.00am-noon and late class 1pm.

Curriculum Birth-Three Matters and the EYFSAge 3 months to 4.5 yearsTerm dates Full year programmeFees from 22,000 up to 36,000 for full time

Willow Children’s NurseryAl Manara, Um Suqueim, Dubai050 472 5890willownurserydubai.com

Activities Arts, music, physical activities, arabic, swimming, drumming, and much more.Hours of operation Early class from 7.30am to 6pm.


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Choosing a school for your child is arguably the most important

decision you’ll make as a parent. Here we list need-to-know facts to

help you on your way...


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Curriculum Indian C.B.S.E.Age 3 to 17Term dates: Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-MarFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Abu Dhabi Indian School Muroor Rd, Abu Dhabi02 448 8025adisuae.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, tennis, table tennis, cricket, volleyball. regular interhouse and interschool athletic meets (for the girls and the boys) are highlights of the school calendar.

Curriculum Indian/UAEAge 3+Term dates: 15th Aug and 15th JanFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Rayyan National Private School Rowdha area, Abu Dhabi02 446 4575alrayyanschool.com

Facilities: Science labs, computer labs, library, basketball court, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Various kind of sporting activities.

Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Boys Abu Dhabi02 445 4200 / 2984nahdaschools.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17 yearsTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Girls Abu Dhabi02 447 7600 / 4550nahdaschools.com


Curriculum UKAge FS1 to grade 6Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: AED 13,200 per termWaiting list? YesTransport? Info on request

Al Muna School Hamdan, Abu Dhabi02 501 4777almunaprimary.sch.ae

Facilities: Computer laboratories, indoor play area, swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities Arabic dancing, aquafit, construction technology, dodgeball, gymnastics, choir, football, badminton, swiming.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Yasmina School Al Raha Gardens, Abu Dhabi02 501 4888alyasmina.sch.ae

Facilities: Indoor play area, labs, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, cricket, table tennis, martial arts, animation club, photography, team swimming, reading club.


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Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Jan, Jan-Feb, Feb-Jun.Fees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Worood Academy Off New Airport Road,

Abu Dhabi02 444 8855 / 7655 / 8990alworood.sch.ae

Facilities: Modern science labs. library with more than 55,000 books, clinic with nurse and qualified doctor. Closed circuit television in kindergarten, biology lab, TV room, two computer rooms, gymnasium with stage for drama and functions, modern cafeteria, stationery store.Extra-curricular activities Science fair, charity fair, KG graduation and function (dances, poetry and songs), Holy Qur’an recitation competition, private schools’ essay competition, sports day.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 14 Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Murooj Scientific Private School Khalifa Bin Shakhboot St., Abu Dhabi02 666 9229almuroojschool.com

Facilities: Library, science laboratory, modern computer laboratory, specially-designed playground.Extra-curricular activities Physical education, arts and crafts, cooking, playing, music, scouts.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes from KG-Grade 6

Al Shohub School Karama St, Abu Dhabi02 446 4800alshohub.org

Facilities: Info on request.Extra-curricular activities Info on request.

Abu Dhabi

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec-AprFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Dhafra Private School Al Mouroor St., Abu Dhabi02 444 3395dhafrasc.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of sports activities.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Maali International School Abu Dhabi02 666 7661maali.sch.ae

Facilities: Well-equipped science laboratories, library, computer laboratories with internet access.Extra-curricular activities Horse riding, swimming, tennis and field trips.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

American Community School Abu Dhabi02 681 5115acs.sch.ae

Facilities: Arts, athletics and technology facilities, library, cafeteria.Extra-curricular activities Band, choir, dance, fine arts, sports.


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Curriculum Indian C.B.S.E.Age 3 to 17Term dates: Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-MarFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Abu Dhabi Indian School Muroor Rd, Abu Dhabi02 448 8025adisuae.com

Facilities: Science labs, library, computer labs, playground.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, tennis, table tennis, cricket, volleyball. regular interhouse and interschool athletic meets (for the girls and the boys) are highlights of the school calendar.

Curriculum Indian/UAEAge 3+Term dates: 15th Aug and 15th JanFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Rayyan National Private School Rowdha area, Abu Dhabi02 446 4575alrayyanschool.com

Facilities: Science labs, computer labs, library, basketball court, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Various kind of sporting activities.

Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Boys Abu Dhabi02 445 4200 / 2984nahdaschools.com


Curriculum UAE/UK/USAge 3 to 17 yearsTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Al Nahda National School Girls Abu Dhabi02 447 7600 / 4550nahdaschools.com


Curriculum UKAge FS1 to grade 6Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: AED 13,200 per termWaiting list? YesTransport? Info on request

Al Muna School Hamdan, Abu Dhabi02 501 4777almunaprimary.sch.ae

Facilities: Computer laboratories, indoor play area, swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities Arabic dancing, aquafit, construction technology, dodgeball, gymnastics, choir, football, badminton, swiming.


Al Yasmina School Al Raha Gardens, Abu Dhabi02 501 4888alyasmina.sch.ae

Facilities: Indoor play area, labs, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, cricket, table tennis, martial arts, animation club, photography, team swimming, reading club.


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Curriculum AmericanAge 3 - 13Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 38,000 to 55,650Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS American Academy Najda, btwn 9 & 11 St., Abu Dhabi02 641 6333gemsaa-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Outdoor Artificial grass field, 24 classrooms with its own adjacent Computer mini-lab, Interactive Promethean smart board in each classroom, Library,Art suite, Computer lab and Arabic studies room, Cafeteria, Gymnasium with built-in seating for 100, Covered Outdoor Play areasExtra-curricular activities Art club, computer club, basket-ball, drawing, dance spanish, tennis and gardening, golf, homework club, floor hockey, knitting and weaving, chess, f1 club, swim club, intermediate spanish, arabic calligraphy, advanced arabic, origami, swimming, yoga, book club.

Curriculum FrenchAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

French School New Airport Rd, Abu Dhabi02 444 8075llm.ae

Facilities: Playground, auditorium, recreation, swimming pool, gymnasium.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UAE/USAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Glenelg School Saks al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi02 599 2001gsad.sch.ae

Facilities: Music/fine arts and Arabic/Islamic studies facilities, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.

Curriculum Arabic/US/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

International Academic School Al Dhafra Street, Abu Dhabi02 448 8868ias.sch.ae

Facilities: Library, computer labs, science labs, students club, Islamic club, health services, gymnasium, playground, canteen.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.


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Curriculum Arabic/USAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Elite Private School Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi02 447 5800ep-school.net

Facilities: Large library, well-equipped internet-connected computer lab, science laboratories. The school has its own health services, an excellent canteen and cafeteria plus an outdoor sporting facility.Extra-curricular activities Football, basketball, volleyball and handball. Interschool tournaments, art contests, annual parties and science exhibitions. Trips to fun parks and different places inside and outside Abu Dhabi.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2.5 above Term dates: Sep, JanFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Emirates National School Mohamed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi02 559 0000 / 800 2008ens.sch.ae

Facilities: Large playing fields, computer and science laboratories, libraries, gymnasiums and swimming pools.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities on offer.

Curriculum UK National (GCSE and ‘A’ Level)Age 3 years – 13 initiallyTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun.Fees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Brighton College Eastern Mangrove Corniche, Bloom Gardens develop-ment beside Sheikh Khalifa Park and the Eastern Ring Road, Abu Dhabi Island02 441 8513brightoncollegeabudhabi.net

Facilities: libraries; auditorium; ICT suites; art studios; dance studios; recording studio; laboratories; drama/music re-hearsal studios; toddler pool; fitness centre; aerobics room; football/rugby/cricket pitch (grass); sports court; outdoor activity areas; 25m. competition swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities with an interest in developing the whole child there is a strong emphasis on academia; music and the arts; afternoon activity clubs; a wide variety of sports and interesting cultural excursions.


British International School Abu Dhabi University Campus, Abu Dhabi02 586 0340bisabudhabi.com

Facilities: Basketball court, playground with model equipment, swimming pool.Extra-curricular activities Drama clubs, music lessons, karate, various sporting clubs and competitions including soccer, netball, basketball and swimming.

Curriculum UKAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

British School Al Khubairat Al Khubairat, Abu Dhabi02 446 2280britishschool.sch.ae

Facilities: Theatre, auditorium, sports pitch, halls, libraries, ICT, swimming pools, study centre, gym, Busy Bee Club.Extra-curricular activities Football, netball, swimming, cooking, music, arts, running.

Curriculum CanadianAge 3 to 13Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Canadian International School Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi02 556 4206cis-ad.org

Facilities: Gym complex including a 25m swimming pool, activity rooms for music and drama, large science laboratory, libraries and every classroom is wired to a computer, a printer and a projector for instructional purposes.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.


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Curriculum AmericanAge 3 - 13Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 38,000 to 55,650Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS American Academy Najda, btwn 9 & 11 St., Abu Dhabi02 641 6333gemsaa-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Outdoor Artificial grass field, 24 classrooms with its own adjacent Computer mini-lab, Interactive Promethean smart board in each classroom, Library,Art suite, Computer lab and Arabic studies room, Cafeteria, Gymnasium with built-in seating for 100, Covered Outdoor Play areasExtra-curricular activities Art club, computer club, basket-ball, drawing, dance spanish, tennis and gardening, golf, homework club, floor hockey, knitting and weaving, chess, f1 club, swim club, intermediate spanish, arabic calligraphy, advanced arabic, origami, swimming, yoga, book club.

Curriculum FrenchAge On requestTerm dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

French School New Airport Rd, Abu Dhabi02 444 8075llm.ae

Facilities: Playground, auditorium, recreation, swimming pool, gymnasium.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UAE/USAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Glenelg School Saks al Nakhl, Abu Dhabi02 599 2001gsad.sch.ae

Facilities: Music/fine arts and Arabic/Islamic studies facilities, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.

Curriculum Arabic/US/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

International Academic School Al Dhafra Street, Abu Dhabi02 448 8868ias.sch.ae

Facilities: Library, computer labs, science labs, students club, Islamic club, health services, gymnasium, playground, canteen.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.


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Curriculum IndianAge On requestTerm dates: April - MarchFees: AED 2,400 to 3,500Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Al Salaam Street, Abu Dhabi02 642 5990gemsoo-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Library, computer lab, science facilities, medical centre, canteen, school stores.Extra-curricular activities Music, elocution, recitation, debates, essay writing, dramatics, sports, creative writing, music, club activities, art and craft, painting.

Curriculum IB InternationalAge 4 to 18Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 35,000-55,200Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raha International School Khalifa City ‘A’, Abu Dhabi02 556 1567ris.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities: 6 lane competitive swimming pool and learning pool, large sports hall, library, dance studio, art and design studio, applied science and technology lab, music room, tennis court, weather sports field, recreation and play areas, separate cafeteria.Extra-curricular activities Chess, hockey, junior golf, tennis, arts and crafts, badminton, bowling, eco-kayaking, photog-raphy, cinema club, super variety mixed dance, american football, reading club, model united nations, cooking.


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Curriculum FrenchAge On requestTerm dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Lycee Francais Theodore Monod El Bateen, Abu Dhabi02 667 9009

Facilities: Football pitch, library.Extra-curricular activities Cookery, football, theatre, ballet, singing, gym, painting, plastic arts.

Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 13Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Indian Modern Science School Near Najda and Passport Rds, Abu Dhabi02 631 3663 / 1941indianmodernschool.com

Facilities: Playground, computer labs, library.Extra-curricular activities Martial arts, swimming.

Curriculum IndianAge On requestTerm dates: MonthlyFees: On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

New Indian Model School Corniche, Abu Dhabi02 448 2048nimsuae.com/model

Facilities: Laboratories each for Physics, Chemistry and Biology to meet the requirements of the senior secondary school students. Well stocked library helps students in their work.Extra-curricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun.Fees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Pearl Primary School Al Dhafrah, Abu Dhabi02 641 8887pearlprimary.sch.ae

Facilities: Trips, indoor play area, labs, library.Extra-curricular activities Basketball, cricket, table tennis, nartial arts, animation club, photography, team swimming, reading club.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/USAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Rawafed Private School Al Khaleeg, Abu Dhabi02 666 2663 - Girls SchoolAl Khaleeg, Abu Dhabi02 666 9108 - Boys Schoolrawafedschool.com

Facilities: Three school libraries, three computer labs, designated art studios, five science laboratories, two athletic fields, two clinics, specially-equipped KG playing area, two cafeterias, books and supplies store.Extra-curricular activities Football, trips and more.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3 to 17Term dates: On requestFees: On requestWaiting list? On requestTransport? On request

Vision Private School Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi02 447 7730visionschool-uae.com

Facilities: Library, internet-connected computer lab, science laboratories, health services, excellent canteen, cafeteria plus an outdoor sporting facility. Video/DVD room for all classes to watch the novels and science topics as part of their subject syllabus.Extra-curricular activities Interschool tournaments, art contests, science exhibitions, trips to fun parks and different places inside and outside Abu Dhabi. The School continues to develop its existing program of activities and trip destinations.


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Curriculum IndianAge On requestTerm dates: April - MarchFees: AED 2,400 to 3,500Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Al Salaam Street, Abu Dhabi02 642 5990gemsoo-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Library, computer lab, science facilities, medical centre, canteen, school stores.Extra-curricular activities Music, elocution, recitation, debates, essay writing, dramatics, sports, creative writing, music, club activities, art and craft, painting.

Curriculum IB InternationalAge 4 to 18Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 35,000-55,200Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raha International School Khalifa City ‘A’, Abu Dhabi02 556 1567ris.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities: 6 lane competitive swimming pool and learning pool, large sports hall, library, dance studio, art and design studio, applied science and technology lab, music room, tennis court, weather sports field, recreation and play areas, separate cafeteria.Extra-curricular activities Chess, hockey, junior golf, tennis, arts and crafts, badminton, bowling, eco-kayaking, photog-raphy, cinema club, super variety mixed dance, american football, reading club, model united nations, cooking.


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Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Year 13Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 12,216-25,800Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

The Cambridge High School New Musaffa, Abu Dhabi02 552 1621gemscis-abudhabi.com

Facilities: Kindergarten play ground, swimming pool, science labs, audio visual rooms, computer labs, music studios, tennis and volley ball court, auditorium, library, art studios, book and uniform store, medical care, school cafeteria, prayer room.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, cultural events; environmental and social service projects, campaigns, cooking, journalism, drama, art and crafts, fashion design, computers and pottery.

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Curriculum AmericanAge 4 - 16Term dates: Sep-JunFees: AED 23,700-54,700Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Sheikh Zayed Private Academy for Girls Al Manaseer, Abu Dhabi02 446 9777szpag.com

Facilities: Spacious library, swimming pool and full sized gymnasium, fully equipped cooking room, prayer room and islamic studies room, theatre, playing fields and tennis courts.Extra-curricular activities Movie club, international award and community service, newsletter club, drama, environ-mental club, book club, cursive writing, sketching, spanish club, basketball, quran club, reading club, arts/crafts, educa-tional dvd club, music and movement, yoga.


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Dubai & Sharjah

Curriculum Arabic/ French/ AmericanAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec/Mar, Mar-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha

Al Barsha, Dubai04 347 8288 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/ French/ AmericanAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Al Mawakeb School Garhoud Garhoud, Dubai04 285 1415 almawakeb.sch.ae

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

Curriculum Arabic/UAEAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-MayFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Shorouq Private School Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 0765 alshorouq.net

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities On request.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 2.5 to 15Term dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Salam Private School Al Nahda / Al GhusaisDubai04 267 9594 alsalamschool.sch.ae

Facilities Clinic.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, ballet, football, karate, horse riding, ice skating.

Curriculum Arabic/UKAge 3.5 to 16.5Term dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Arab Unity School Rashidiya, Dubai04 288 6226/27 arabunityschool.com

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, libraries, basketball, clinics, resource centres, guidance counseling.Extra-curricular activities On request.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees On request Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Thuraya School Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4964 althuraya.ae

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, Skiing.

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Managed by the renowned JSS Mahavidyapeetha, a society that owns and operates more than 300 educational institutions in India, U.S.A, Mauritius and Dubai

We invite your child to take small steps…

The small steps that you take today helps you to make big strides tomorrow. We believe that the steps a child take in the initial formative years is very important. It is these steps that gives the child the confidence to stride forward in the later years. We are there, along with you, to show your child the way forward in facing the world in a dynamic and purposeful manner. We are sure that the steps your child takes with us will transform him/her in a positive manner.

Welcome to the world of JSS…

JSS International School (ICSE)Al Barsha South, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesP : +971 4 325 6886, M : +971 50 6338253

E : [email protected], www.jssisdubai.com

JSS Private School (CBSE)Al Safa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

P : +971 4 3446419, M : +971 50 2602567, +971 50 2602568E : [email protected], www.jsspsdubai.com


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,800-27,600Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Al Safa School Al Safa 1, Dubai04 394 7879 safaschooldubai.com

Facilities Pool and gym.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, football and swimming, hours riding and skiing,

Curriculum UAE GSSC & US DiplomaAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 12,290 - 23,518Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Al Khaleej National SchoolGarhoud, Dubai04 282 2707gemsakns.com

Facilities Science laboratories, media rooms, library, reading area, computer laboratories, music rooms, on-campus mosques, multi-purpose hall, kindergarten play area, football pitch, pool, gymnasium, gardens, weather station.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, chess, swimming, karate, electronics, drama, computer club, publications, music (guitar and piano), horse riding and shooting.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 18+Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Noor Centre for Children with Special Needs Al Barsha 1, Dubai04 340 4844 alnooruae.org

Facilities A fully equipped, custom built facility for providing a training program for intellectually challenged children between the ages of 3 and 18+ years old, with facilities for special education, physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychological services, computer training and vocational training.Extra-curricular activities Physical education including swimming, gym training, track events and team games. Music and dance, art and craft, yoga and social club.

Curriculum UAEAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-MayFees AED5,760-12,360Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Rashid Al Saleh School Oud Metha Road, Dubai04 337 6126 rashedalsaleh.ae

Facilities Library, laboratories, health care, multi purpose halls, computer lab.Extra-curricular activities Sport, music and arts.

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Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-JunFees On request Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Diyafah High School Al Nadha 2, Dubai04 267 1115 diyafah.com

Facilities Labs, library, play grounds.Extra-curricular activities Confident communication, vedic map, ballet dance class, tennis, basketball, football.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,000-36,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Al Ittihad Private School - JumeirahJumeirah/Mamza, Dubai04 394 5111

Facilities Two pools, two tennis courts, gym, soccer field, basketball courts.Extra-curricular activities Karate club, football club.

Curriculum USAge Kindergarden to Grade12Term dates Aug-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 30,000-70,790Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Bradenton Preparatory AcademySports City, Dubai04 449 3600bradentonprepdubai.com

Facilities The school is partnered with the Sports City’s academies , cricket, football, swimming, rugby, hockey, athletics, golf and tennis.Extra-curricular activities Visual and performing arts programme.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 34,000-53,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Mizhar American Academy for GirlsAl Mizhar, Dubai04 288 7250aag.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, well-resourced library, computer labs, art studios, music studios, science labs, fitness room, sports field, dance studio, playground, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Student council, yearbook, model united nations, qur’an club, reading, arts and crafts, cooking, martial arts, computer, storytime, gymnastics, arabic club, roots and shoots, student government, football, rugby, vol-leyball, basketball, swim, track.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Nov, Nov-Mar, Mar-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Sadiq Islamic English School Al Qusais, Dubai04 263 4083

Facilities Science lab, indoor hall, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips, picnics and outings, Qirat competition.

Curriculum USAge Nursery to grade 4Term dates Info on requestFees AED32,000-53,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

American Community School of Sharjah (ACSS)Maliha Road Sharjah (Opp. Sharjah University Campus)06 522 7583acssharjah.org

Facilities Gymnasium/fitness centre, 400m athletics track, three pools - one 50m Olympic sized pool, 750 seat auditorium and one theatre, multiple science labs designed in conjunction with the National Science Teachers Association. Two libraries, two full-size soccer fields, student gardens, fully handicapped accessible classrooms, martial arts centre, parent centre.Extra-curricular activities Sport, swimming, gymnastics.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-MayFees AED 10,650-19,150Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

American International School Dubai Al Ghusais 1, Dubai04 298 8666 aisch.net

Facilities Play courts and gym, computer labs.Extra-curricular activities Karate, volleyball and arts.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 17Term dates Aug-JunFees AED 29,900-54,800Waiting list? YesTransport? No

American School of Dubai Jumeirah 1, Dubai04 344 0824 asdubai.org

Facilities Two-storey library (over 50,000 volumes), large rooms for band and performing arts, five art rooms, four science labs, four computer labs, journalism room, regulation baseball diamond, two outdoor basketball courts, grassed playing field, two tennis courts, 25-metre pool.Extra-curricular activities Computers, community service, dance, drama, environmental conservation, excursions, expeditions, literary magazine, newspaper, photography, yearbook, debate, sailing, scuba diving.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to Term dates SeFees AEWaiting list? NTransport? No

Adab Iranian School Al Nadha, Dubai04 263 3405 adab.com

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11 Term dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Apple International School Al Qusais, Dubai04 263 8989 apple.sch.ae

Facilities Library, pool, science labs, IT centre, kids area. Extra-curricular activities Concerts, sports day, trips, competitions.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-Dec, Jan-JunFees On request Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Al Diyafah High School Al Nadha 2, Dubai04 267 1115 diyafah.com

Facilities Labs, library, play grounds.Extra-curricular activities Confident communication, vedic map, ballet dance class, tennis, basketball, football.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 18,000-36,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Al Ittihad Private School - JumeirahJumeirah/Mamza, Dubai04 394 5111

Facilities Two pools, two tennis courts, gym, soccer field, basketball courts.Extra-curricular activities Karate club, football club.

Curriculum USAge Kindergarden to Grade12Term dates Aug-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 30,000-70,790Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Bradenton Preparatory AcademySports City, Dubai04 449 3600bradentonprepdubai.com

Facilities The school is partnered with the Sports City’s academies , cricket, football, swimming, rugby, hockey, athletics, golf and tennis.Extra-curricular activities Visual and performing arts programme.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 34,000-53,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Al Mizhar American Academy for GirlsAl Mizhar, Dubai04 288 7250aag.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, well-resourced library, computer labs, art studios, music studios, science labs, fitness room, sports field, dance studio, playground, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Student council, yearbook, model united nations, qur’an club, reading, arts and crafts, cooking, martial arts, computer, storytime, gymnastics, arabic club, roots and shoots, student government, football, rugby, vol-leyball, basketball, swim, track.


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Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Delhi Private School DubaiThe Gardens, Dubai04 882 1848dpsdubai.com

Facilities Libraries, computer labs, auditorium, music and dance halls, audio-visual labs. Conference room with a smart board, comprehensive sports complex, basketball and volleyball courts, indoor play areas for table tennis, badminton, chess.Extra-curricular activities Public speaking, poetry reciation, elocution, debate and drama. Music, dance, art and craft, athletics, cricket, basketball, football, indoor games and swimming.

Curriculum Indian CISCEAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Mar- AprFees AED 26,756-39,670Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Modern High SchoolAl Safa, Dubai04 326 3339gemsmhs.com

Facilities Activity room and outdoor play area, art and craft room, library, science laboratories, ICT, pool, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Drama, music, dance, creative communication, the visual arts, creative festival, sporting activities.

Curriculum GermanAge 18 months (Nursery) to 16yrs (Grade 10)Term dates Sep 6-Jan 31, Feb 1-Jul 1Fees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Deutsche Internationale Schule Dubai (German International School Dubai)Academic City04 420 9790germanschool.ae

Facilities Swimming, sports hall, outdoor sports field.Extra-curricular activities Football, choir, music, badminton, gymnastics.

Curriculum IBAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-JunFees On requestWaiting list? Depend on Year GroupTransport? Yes

Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills04 368 4111 diadubai.com

Facilities Networked library, music technology, art, dance, drama and language learning rooms, science labs, computer labs and robotics lab, four climate-controlled multi-purpose halls for sport and other activities, two pools, fully grassed outdoor playing field, shaded tennis courts, playgrounds with play equipment.Extra-curricular activities Art, music, singing, rock band, reading club, drama, variety of sports, IT, science, belly dance, chess and languages.


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Curriculum IndianAge 3.5 to 15Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Crescent School Dubai Al Qusais, Dubai04 298 8866 crescentenglishschool.com

Facilities Science lab, computer lab, library, clinic, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Debate, fancy dress, quiz competitions and other cultural activities like dance, music, painting, drawing and handicrafts.

Curriculum CBSEAge 3 to 12Term dates Apr-MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Buds Public SchoolAbu Hail, Dubai04 288 8143 budsdxb.ae

Facilities A library, sports ground, special play area for tiny-tots, medical centre, canteen, children’s workshop, art room, book store, computer laboratories, staff rooms, well designed building with central air-conditioning, good drinking water with filters, a room for non - teaching staff counselor’s room, islamic studies room, security and fire alarms, well–ventilated classrooms.Extra-curricular activities Mono-acting, fancy dress, singing, dancing, drawing, elocution, essay writing.

Curriculum IndianAge 3 years and aboveTerm dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Central School Dubai Al Nahda, Dubai04 267 4433 nimsuae.com

Facilities Laboratories, canteen, playground.Extra-curricular activities Karate, sports, audio-visual programmes, fine arts and project works.

Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Grade 13Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 14,667 - 19,914Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Cambridge International SchoolGarhoud, Dubai04 282 4646gemscis-dubai.com

Facilities Sports and outdoor facilities, ICT facilities, music and art facilities, library, science laboratories, sports hall, astroturf football field.Extra-curricular activities Outdoor education, visual arts, drama, dance.


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Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Delhi Private School DubaiThe Gardens, Dubai04 882 1848dpsdubai.com

Facilities Libraries, computer labs, auditorium, music and dance halls, audio-visual labs. Conference room with a smart board, comprehensive sports complex, basketball and volleyball courts, indoor play areas for table tennis, badminton, chess.Extra-curricular activities Public speaking, poetry reciation, elocution, debate and drama. Music, dance, art and craft, athletics, cricket, basketball, football, indoor games and swimming.

Curriculum Indian CISCEAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Mar- AprFees AED 26,756-39,670Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Modern High SchoolAl Safa, Dubai04 326 3339gemsmhs.com

Facilities Activity room and outdoor play area, art and craft room, library, science laboratories, ICT, pool, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Drama, music, dance, creative communication, the visual arts, creative festival, sporting activities.

Curriculum GermanAge 18 months (Nursery) to 16yrs (Grade 10)Term dates Sep 6-Jan 31, Feb 1-Jul 1Fees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Deutsche Internationale Schule Dubai (German International School Dubai)Academic City04 420 9790germanschool.ae

Facilities Swimming, sports hall, outdoor sports field.Extra-curricular activities Football, choir, music, badminton, gymnastics.

Curriculum IBAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-JunFees On requestWaiting list? Depend on Year GroupTransport? Yes

Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills04 368 4111 diadubai.com

Facilities Networked library, music technology, art, dance, drama and language learning rooms, science labs, computer labs and robotics lab, four climate-controlled multi-purpose halls for sport and other activities, two pools, fully grassed outdoor playing field, shaded tennis courts, playgrounds with play equipment.Extra-curricular activities Art, music, singing, rock band, reading club, drama, variety of sports, IT, science, belly dance, chess and languages.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 35,400-53,100Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai British School Emirates Hills, Dubai04 361 9361 dubaibritishschool.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, sports hall, libraries, ICT suites, art & design studio, design & technology workshop, laboratories, music rooms, dance & drama studio, tennis court, astroturf, gym.Extra-curricular activities Badminton, cricket, digital art & animation, diving, documentary filmmaking club, fashion design, film club, fitness, football, golf, hockey, literacy & ICT games, paper craft, orchestra, quran club, science article review, basketball, choir, sewing & embroidery, ski dubai, swimming, table tennis, volleyball, adopt a turtle campaign.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED9,200-14,500Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai Carmel School Al Qusais, Dubai04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Facilities Football pitch, sports club.Extra-curricular activities Gym classes, football, basketball, art exhibitions.

Curriculum UKAge 7 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees AED17,952-20,328Waiting list? Selective entryTransport? Yes

Dubai College Al Sufouh, Dubai04 399 9111 dubaicollege.org

Facilities 20 acre site with extensive facilities.Extra-curricular activities Sporting, hobbies/interests and academic support/reinforcement.

Curriculum UKAge 11 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 59,080 per annumWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai English Speaking College Dubai Academic City04 360 4866 descdxb.com

Facilities D&T-Food technology room, textiles and CAD/CAM. Auditorium for whole school, canteen for 500 covers, state of the art science laboratories, synthetic and full size grass pitch for football and 15 a-side rugby, 3 full size netball courts, six netball/volleyball/badminton sports hall.Extra-curricular activities See website for wide range of sporting, musical, drama, International Award, and other extensive extra-curricular activities.


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Curriculum IB/USAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 15,740-65,270Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai American AcademyAl Barsha, Dubai04 347 9222gemsaa-dubai.com

Facilities Library media centre, four computer labs, 25-metre pool, soccer pitch on an artificial surface, large gymnasium, grassy play areas, a full theatre/auditorium, cafeteria, and amphitheatre.Extra-curricular activities Sailing/windsurfing, choir, basketball, volleyball, rock climbing, swimming, scuba diving, drama, gymnastics, karate, art club, dance, computer club, board games, book club, ballet, chess club, tennis, waterskiing, Spanish club, math club, floor hockey.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 7Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Autism Center Diyafa Road, Dubai04 398 6862 dubaiautismcenter.ae

Facilities On request.Extra-curricular activities On request.

Curriculum SpecialAge 3 to 27Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Center for Special Needs Al Safa, Dubai04 344 0966 dcsneeds.ae

Facilities On request.Extra-curricular activities On request.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Aug, Nov, Jan Fees AED28,995-58,420Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Deira International School Dubai Festival City04 232 5552 disdubai.ae

Facilities The first phase includes vocal and instrumental music rooms, art rooms, libraries, computer and science laboratories, design technology workshops, business studies centre, an indoor gymnasium, a swimming pool and a large sports field. The second phase involves further classrooms, a media centre and a multipurpose hall. Extra-curricular activities Craft and painting, competitive sport, music and drama, physical education, swimming, painting.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 35,400-53,100Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai British School Emirates Hills, Dubai04 361 9361 dubaibritishschool.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, sports hall, libraries, ICT suites, art & design studio, design & technology workshop, laboratories, music rooms, dance & drama studio, tennis court, astroturf, gym.Extra-curricular activities Badminton, cricket, digital art & animation, diving, documentary filmmaking club, fashion design, film club, fitness, football, golf, hockey, literacy & ICT games, paper craft, orchestra, quran club, science article review, basketball, choir, sewing & embroidery, ski dubai, swimming, table tennis, volleyball, adopt a turtle campaign.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED9,200-14,500Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai Carmel School Al Qusais, Dubai04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Facilities Football pitch, sports club.Extra-curricular activities Gym classes, football, basketball, art exhibitions.

Curriculum UKAge 7 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees AED17,952-20,328Waiting list? Selective entryTransport? Yes

Dubai College Al Sufouh, Dubai04 399 9111 dubaicollege.org

Facilities 20 acre site with extensive facilities.Extra-curricular activities Sporting, hobbies/interests and academic support/reinforcement.

Curriculum UKAge 11 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 59,080 per annumWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Dubai English Speaking College Dubai Academic City04 360 4866 descdxb.com

Facilities D&T-Food technology room, textiles and CAD/CAM. Auditorium for whole school, canteen for 500 covers, state of the art science laboratories, synthetic and full size grass pitch for football and 15 a-side rugby, 3 full size netball courts, six netball/volleyball/badminton sports hall.Extra-curricular activities See website for wide range of sporting, musical, drama, International Award, and other extensive extra-curricular activities.


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Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 12,000-20,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai International School Garhoud, Dubai04 282 3513 dis.sch.ae

Facilities Library, pool, gym, computer lab and English lab.Extra-curricular activities Karate, tennis, volleyball, basketball and football.

Curriculum AmericanAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep, Dec, JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai First School Al Quoz, Dubai04 338 0333 dubaifs.com

Facilities Science labs, library for English and Arabic books, all-purpose hall with telescopic seating can be used for P.E activities, drama productions and school presentations, large computer labs, canteens for boys and girls, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Cultural activities, social activities, sports activities, camping activities, trading activities.

Curriculum American/UAEAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep, Dec, JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai Modern Education School Mizhar, Dubai04 288 5115 dmeschools.com

Facilities Labs, library all-purpose hall with telescopic seat-ing can be used for P.E activities, drama productions and school presentations, large computer labs, canteens for boys and girls, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Cultural activities, social activities, sports activities, camping activities, trading activities.

Curriculum IBAge 3 and above Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dar Al Marefa Private SchoolMirdif, Dubai04 288 5782 daralmarefa.ae

Facilities Library, science labs, IT centre, clinic, gym. Extra-curricular activities Football, basketball, baseball, music, drama, french languages.

Curriculum USAge 3 and above Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Arab American SchoolMuhaisanah, Dubai04 288 2222 daaschool.ae

Facilities Science laboratories, library, medical care, art education, physical education, computer laboratories, swimming pool. Extra-curricular activities Sports, camping, trips.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and above Term dates Sep, Dec, MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai Carmel SchoolAl Nadha, Dubai04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Facilities E- learning methods of teaching, computer labora-tory, gym, playing equipments for KG. Extra-curricular activities QUIZ Competition in every level, field trip, open day, sports day, Interschool competition.


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Curriculum UKAge 4 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 30,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

Dubai English Speaking School Oud Metha, Dubai04 337 1457 dessdxb.com

Facilities Music rooms, library and resources centre, gymnasium, hall, science and technology room, ICT suite, art room, pool, tennis courts, football/ cricket pitch, netball.Extra-curricular activities Gymnastics, football, netball, swimming, music.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees AED 11,600Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Infants School Oud Metha, Dubai (Opp. Iranian Club)04 337 1463

Facilities Wide play area.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 16Term dates Info on request Fees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Info on request

Dubai Scholars Private School Al Qusais, Dubai04 298 8892 dubaischolars.com

Facilities Pool, astro turf pitch, audio-visual room, cooking room, computer room. Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates On requestFees On requestWaiting list? N/ATransport? Yes

Deans International School Al Quoz, Dubai04 338 7334 deansinternationalschool.org

Facilities Multipurpose halls, library-media resource center, laboratories, music room, art room, nursery, information technology labs, pool, basketball court, volleyball court, football pitch, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, karate, art, music.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JulFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai National School Al Barsha, Dubai04 347 4555 dnschool.net

Facilities Pool, arts room, computer and science labs, cooking and home economics workshops, multi purpose halls and outdoor playgrounds.Extra-curricular activities Computer club, science club, arts club, sports club.

Curriculum USAge 4 to 18Term dates Info on requestFees On requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai American Scientific School Al Quoz, Dubai04 339 2444 dass.org

Facilities Science lab, computer lab, library.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, sports club, recreation and social trips, music and dance.


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Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 12,000-20,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai International School Garhoud, Dubai04 282 3513 dis.sch.ae

Facilities Library, pool, gym, computer lab and English lab.Extra-curricular activities Karate, tennis, volleyball, basketball and football.

Curriculum AmericanAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep, Dec, JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai First School Al Quoz, Dubai04 338 0333 dubaifs.com

Facilities Science labs, library for English and Arabic books, all-purpose hall with telescopic seating can be used for P.E activities, drama productions and school presentations, large computer labs, canteens for boys and girls, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Cultural activities, social activities, sports activities, camping activities, trading activities.

Curriculum American/UAEAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep, Dec, JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai Modern Education School Mizhar, Dubai04 288 5115 dmeschools.com

Facilities Labs, library all-purpose hall with telescopic seat-ing can be used for P.E activities, drama productions and school presentations, large computer labs, canteens for boys and girls, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Cultural activities, social activities, sports activities, camping activities, trading activities.

Curriculum IBAge 3 and above Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dar Al Marefa Private SchoolMirdif, Dubai04 288 5782 daralmarefa.ae

Facilities Library, science labs, IT centre, clinic, gym. Extra-curricular activities Football, basketball, baseball, music, drama, french languages.

Curriculum USAge 3 and above Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Dubai Arab American SchoolMuhaisanah, Dubai04 288 2222 daaschool.ae


Curriculum UKAge 3 and above Term dates Sep, Dec, MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai Carmel SchoolAl Nadha, Dubai04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Facilities E- learning methods of teaching, computer labora-tory, gym, playing equipments for KG. Extra-curricular activities QUIZ Competition in every level, field trip, open day, sports day, Interschool competition.


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Curriculum UKAge Foundation Stage to Year 9 (1st year of operation) Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 31,000 – 62,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Wellington AcademyDubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai04 395 7227gemswellingtonacademy-dso.com

Facilities Indoor Multi-Sports Hall, Outdoor shaded Multi-Sports Hall, Outdoor synthetic Multi-Sports pitch, 6 lane 25m swimming pool, 10m learner pool, Dance / exercise studio, Fitness suiteExtra-curricular activities Visual and performing arts, music, drama, art

Curriculum IBAge Nursery to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 53,000-92,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS World AcademyAl Barsha, Dubai04 373 6373gemsworldacademy-dubai.com

Facilities The Discovery World, planetarium, sports facilities, auditorium, symphony centre, peace garden.Extra-curricular activities Rock climbing, tennis, gymnastics, model club, newspaper, rugby, dance, martial arts, music technology, ballet, choir, ELL, and environment club.


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Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 18Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-MarFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates English Speaking School Al Safa, Jumeirah, Dubai04 394 7355 eess.sch.ae

Facilities Music room, art room, audio-visual room, auditorium.Extra-curricular activities Debating, quiz, story writing, camping, excursions and educational trips.

Curriculum USAge 3 and above Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Dubai National SchoolAl Twar, Dubai04 298 8555Al Barsha, Dubai04 347 4555 dns.sch.ae

Facilities Laboratories, science projects, library, art educa-tion, physical education, computer laboratories, swimming pool. Extra-curricular activities Swimming, football, basketball, aerobics.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates International School Meadows Meadows Drive, Dubai04 362 9009 eischools.ae/Meadows

Facilities Gymnasiums, computer labs, science labs, drama rooms, fully IT-connected classrooms, pool, field.Extra-curricular activities Most sports, ballet, cooking, art and crafts, health and fitness, math club, computer club, robotics, FI club, environmental club, student council.

Curriculum UK/IBAge 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Emirates International School Jumeirah Umm Suqeim, Dubai04 348 9804 eischools.ae/Jumeirah

Facilities Pool, sports halls, fields, library and media centres, theatre arts, science, music and other facilities, language labs, IT labs, mathematics labs in addition to 150 classrooms all fitted with interactive whiteboard technology.Extra-curricular activities Languages clubs, indoor climbing, competitive sports, fitness, arts, cultural, academic, Interna-tional Award, service activities.

Curriculum CBSCAge 3 - 17 Term dates Apr-Jul, Sep-MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Elite English SchoolAl Waheda, Dubai04 268 8244 eliteenglishschool.com

Facilities Aerobics, dance, science laboratories, computer laboratories Extra-curricular activities Debate, drama, art & crafts, football, cricket, basketball.

Curriculum UKAge 3 - 17 Term dates Apr-Jul, Sep-MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

European School of DubaiMuhaisanah, Dubai04 264 6160 esd.sch.ae

Facilities Aerobics, dance, science laboratories, computer laboratories Extra-curricular activities Debate, drama, art & crafts, football, cricket, basketball.


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Curriculum UKAge Foundation Stage to Year 9 (1st year of operation) Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 31,000 – 62,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Wellington AcademyDubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai04 395 7227gemswellingtonacademy-dso.com

Facilities Indoor Multi-Sports Hall, Outdoor shaded Multi-Sports Hall, Outdoor synthetic Multi-Sports pitch, 6 lane 25m swimming pool, 10m learner pool, Dance / exercise studio, Fitness suiteExtra-curricular activities Visual and performing arts, music, drama, art

Curriculum IBAge Nursery to Grade 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 53,000-92,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS World AcademyAl Barsha, Dubai04 373 6373gemsworldacademy-dubai.com

Facilities The Discovery World, planetarium, sports facilities, auditorium, symphony centre, peace garden.Extra-curricular activities Rock climbing, tennis, gymnastics, model club, newspaper, rugby, dance, martial arts, music technology, ballet, choir, ELL, and environment club.


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Curriculum Indian CBSEAge Kindergarten to Grade 4Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 16,000-20,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Millennium School Moweliah Area, Sharjah06 538 6486gemseducation.com

Facilities Library, science laboratories, computer science centre, play field.Extra-curricular activities Day Boarding programme, Afteroon Self-enhancement Programme, Art & Craft, Karate, Music, Modern Dance, Science Clubs, Elocution, Creative Writing, Debate, Dramatics, Quizzing Forums & Cricket, Football, Tennis Courts and a Swimming Pool

Curriculum UKAge Foundation Stage to Year 6Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 30,084-37,932Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Royal Dubai SchoolMirdif, Dubai04 343 3266royaldubaischool.com

Facilities Pool and wading pool, large indoor multi-purpose hall, sports hall, music suite, dance studio with sprung floor. Drama studio and arts and crafts studio, computer labs with wireless networks and full digital connectivity, knowledge centre library and multi media resource room, CD and DVD library, artificial sporting field.Extra-curricular activities Ballet, karate, music, art, computers, clay modeling, chess, cookery, Indian dancing, netball, football, athletics, hockey, gymnastics, tennis, golf.


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Curriculum IBAge 4 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 35,840-66,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Greenfield Community SchoolDubai Investments Park04 885 6600 gcschool.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities State-of-the-art auditorium, 6 lane competitive swimming pool, learning pool, sports fields, gymnasium, 3 tennis courts, libraries, art studios, music rooms, shaded safe-play areas, fully equipped science labs, ICT labs, dance & drama studio, interactive white boards.Extra-curricular activities Ballet, choir, golf, arts and crafts, mad science, mini gymnastics, yoga, karate, swimming, rugby, basketball, tennis, football, French, Arabic, German lessons, environmental club, athletics, song and dance.

Curriculum UKAge Kindergarten to Grade 6Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 30,920-38,976Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Jumeirah Primary SchoolJumeirah, Dubai04 394 3500jumeirahprimaryschool.com

Facilities Library and Discovery Centre, music studios, ICT labs, art studio, gymnasium, pool, tennis courts, grassed playing field, synthetic turf playing areas, parent areas and meeting rooms.Extra-curricular activities Sports programme, visual arts, performing arts, music, drama, dance.


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Curriculum Indian CBSEAge Kindergarten to Grade 4Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 16,000-20,000Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

GEMS Millennium School Moweliah Area, Sharjah06 538 6486gemseducation.com

Facilities Library, science laboratories, computer science centre, play field.Extra-curricular activities Day Boarding programme, Afteroon Self-enhancement Programme, Art & Craft, Karate, Music, Modern Dance, Science Clubs, Elocution, Creative Writing, Debate, Dramatics, Quizzing Forums & Cricket, Football, Tennis Courts and a Swimming Pool


GEMS Royal Dubai SchoolMirdif, Dubai04 343 3266royaldubaischool.com

Facilities Pool and wading pool, large indoor multi-purpose hall, sports hall, music suite, dance studio with sprung floor. Drama studio and arts and crafts studio, computer labs with wireless networks and full digital connectivity, knowledge centre library and multi media resource room, CD and DVD library, artificial sporting field.Extra-curricular activities Ballet, karate, music, art, computers, clay modeling, chess, cookery, Indian dancing, netball, football, athletics, hockey, gymnastics, tennis, golf.


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Curriculum CBSEAge 3 and aboveTerm dates MonthlyFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Gulf Indian High SchoolGarhoud, Dubai04 282 4455 gihs.sch.ae

Facilities Modern amenities, science laboratories. library, well-equipped clinic, science exhibition, Extra-curricular activities Cricket, basketball, sports and fitness programs.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? No

Horizon School Dubai Next to Safa Park, Dubai04 342 2891 horizonschooldubai.com

Facilities Two pools, football, music centre, IT lab.Extra-curricular activities Football, bowling, netball, swim squad training, horse riding, karate, distance swimming, football squad training, dancing, rounders, yoga and ball skills.

Curriculum International/USAge 3 to 17Term dates Aug-Oct, Oct-Mar, Mar-MayFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

International School of Arts and Sciences Dubai Al Warqa’a 1, Dubai04 280 0459isas.sch.ae

Facilities Two computer labs, two science labs, bio lab, chemistry lab, two pre-engineering labs, primary library, main library, indoor primary playground. playground, taekwondo dojo, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, French club, music, astronomy, fitness, varsity teams, taekwondo, debate, student council.

Curriculum UKAge Under 16, UAE Nationals OnlyTerm dates Aug-Jan. Feb-MayFees Free of ChargeWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Institute of Applied Technology Al Qusais, Dubai04 212 2888 iat.ac.ae

Facilities Gym and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UK/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Aug-JunFees AED15,600-30,900Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International School of Choueifat Knowledge Village, Dubai04 399 9444iscdxb-sabis.net

Facilities Pool, basketball, football field.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, ballet and gymnastics.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees AED13,225-25,000 Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International Academic School Dubai Al Warqaa 1, Dubai04 280 0993 ias-dubai.com

Facilities Pool, gym, soccer field, basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Football, volleyball, after school club.


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GEMS Wellington International SchoolSheikh Zayed Road, Dubai04 348 4999wellingtoninternationalschool.com

Facilities Knowledge Centre library, three ICT laboratories, dance studio, drama studio and three art studios. Health and fitness studio, large multi-purpose sports hall, 300m athletics track, three squash courts, tennis, basketball, netball and volleyball courts, 25m indoor pool, climbing wall and a play area for Foundation Stage children. Extra-curricular activities Art and craft, astronomy, athletics, basketball, computers, choir, cricket, dance, drama, drawing, French, football, needlework, netball, rugby and tap.


GEMS Wellington Primary SchoolSheikh Zayed Road, Dubai04 343 3266gemswps.com

Facilities Library, music department, ICT Department, gymnasium, art room, pool, shaded playing areas, astroturf playing areas, parent areas and meeting rooms.Extra-curricular activities Physical education and sports, music, arts, after school programme.


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Curriculum CBSEAge 3 and aboveTerm dates MonthlyFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Gulf Indian High SchoolGarhoud, Dubai04 282 4455 gihs.sch.ae

Facilities Modern amenities, science laboratories. library, well-equipped clinic, science exhibition, Extra-curricular activities Cricket, basketball, sports and fitness programs.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? No

Horizon School Dubai Next to Safa Park, Dubai04 342 2891 horizonschooldubai.com

Facilities Two pools, football, music centre, IT lab.Extra-curricular activities Football, bowling, netball, swim squad training, horse riding, karate, distance swimming, football squad training, dancing, rounders, yoga and ball skills.

Curriculum International/USAge 3 to 17Term dates Aug-Oct, Oct-Mar, Mar-MayFees On requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

International School of Arts and Sciences Dubai Al Warqa’a 1, Dubai04 280 0459isas.sch.ae

Facilities Two computer labs, two science labs, bio lab, chemistry lab, two pre-engineering labs, primary library, main library, indoor primary playground. playground, taekwondo dojo, clinic.Extra-curricular activities Scouts, French club, music, astronomy, fitness, varsity teams, taekwondo, debate, student council.

Curriculum UKAge Under 16, UAE Nationals OnlyTerm dates Aug-Jan. Feb-MayFees Free of ChargeWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Institute of Applied Technology Al Qusais, Dubai04 212 2888 iat.ac.ae

Facilities Gym and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum UK/USAge 3 to 18Term dates Aug-JunFees AED15,600-30,900Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International School of Choueifat Knowledge Village, Dubai04 399 9444iscdxb-sabis.net

Facilities Pool, basketball, football field.Extra-curricular activities Taekwondo, ballet and gymnastics.

Curriculum Arabic/USAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-Jan, Feb-JunFees AED13,225-25,000 Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

International Academic School Dubai Al Warqaa 1, Dubai04 280 0993 ias-dubai.com

Facilities Pool, gym, soccer field, basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Football, volleyball, after school club.


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Curriculum IB Age 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees KG1 and KG2 - AED 50,000Grade 1 to 10 - AED 65,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Jumeira Baccalaureate SchoolJumeira 1, Al Wasl Road, Dubai04 344 6931jbschool.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Large multi-purpose auditorium/elementary gym, 25m shaded swimming pool, two roof top tennis courts, extensive verdant grass sport pitches, two-storey library, in-door & outdoor learning spaces & playgrounds, ICT & science labs, art & dance studios, music studios & rehearsal rooms.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, tennis, volleyball, ballet, golf, piano, guitar, basketball, flute & wind, story clubs, art & craft, fitness, table tennis, tag rugby, violin, singing, science club, maths olympiad.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center provides a broad range of services to children with devel-opmental delays and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), including Psychological Assessments, Speech and Language Therapy, Vision Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Feeding Clinics, and ABA Behavioural Modification Therapy in affiliation with the Center for Autism Related Disorders, Inc. (C.A.R.D.). Early intervention aims to achieve basic skills necessary for inclusion into mainstream schools and to prepare children for integration with typical peers. We treat children between the ages of 18 months to 18 years. Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center (CLEMC) is the first in its kind to embrace an educational classroom setting and medical services under one roof. CLEMC is a preparatory center that offers pro-grammes that prepare children for inclusion into mainstream schools. We may use the K12 Curriculum for those who need to be registered with the KHDA, and we provide Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each child. Medical services include a Developmental Pediatric Clinic, Child and Adult Psychiatry Clinic, Educational and Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Vision Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Extracurricular activities include enrichment classes that consist of Dance, Piloga, Art, Music, and others.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center FZ LLCAl Razi Building, Block B, Suite 2010Dubai Health Care City, P.O. Box 505122,Dubai, UAE, Tel:+971 4 4233667, Email: [email protected], Web: www.childeimc.com

Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center

Villa No:10, Street 2-A,P.O.box 122935

Tel: +971 4 3440737,Email: [email protected]

Web: www.childlearning.ae

Dr. Hibah Shata BDS, MSc, FDSRCSI

Managing Director & Co-FounderCarolina TovarExecutive Director & Co-Founder


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Curriculum UK (IB in 6th Form)Age 3 to 18 (Fnd 1 to Year 13)Term dates Sep-JuneFees Info on requestWaiting list? Primary - Yes. Secondary/6th Form - On requestTransport? Yes (Year 3 or above)

Jumeirah English Speaking School(JESS) Arabian Ranches branchDubai04 361 9019 jess.sch.ae

Facilities Large campus with shaded playgrounds, interac-tive white boards in every classroom, two temperature-controlled pools, air-conditioned sports hall, PE studio, tennis & netball courts and floodlit sports field, extensive science & art/design facilities, purpose-built music centre, auditorium, amphitheatre, 3 drama studios and well-resourced library.Extra-curricular activities A range of activities are offered for all kinds of arts and sports as well as numerous music and performing arts opportunities. (Change on a termly basis).

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11 Term dates Sep-JuneFees Info on requestWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes (Year 3 or above)

Jumeirah English Speaking School(JESS) Jumeirah branch, Dubai04 394 5515jess.sch.ae

Facilities Large campus with shaded playground areas, interactive white boards in every classroom, two temperature-controlled pools, air-conditioned sports hall, multi-purpose PE studio, netball courts and large tiger-turf sports field, fully equipped ICT and music departments with practice rooms, well-resourced library.Extra-curricular activities A range of activities are offered for all kinds of arts and sports as well as numerous music and performing arts opportunities. (Change on a termly basis).

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 11Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-JulyFees AED 10,285 per termWaiting list? For some year groupsTransport? Yes

Jebel Ali Primary School Jebel Ali Village, Dubai04 884 6485 jebelalischool.com

Facilities Sports hall, football and rugby pitches, music room, library, pool, ICT suite, assembly hall.Extra-curricular activities A variety of sporting and creative after-school activities.

Curriculum UKAge Year 7 to Year 13Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 55,228 - 69,035Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Jumeirah CollegeJumeirah, Dubai04 395 5524gemsjc.com

Facilities Interactive whiteboards in every classroom, video conferencing room for distance learning courses, design and technology suite, communication and resource centre, music suites and en-suite practice rooms, drama studio, art and ceramic studios, science laboratories, multi-purpose sports hall, pool, tennis/netball courts, playing fields.Extra-curricular activities Drama, music, sports, diving, fashion, photography, snowboarding and skiing.


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Curriculum IB Age 4 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees KG1 and KG2 - AED 50,000Grade 1 to 10 - AED 65,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Jumeira Baccalaureate SchoolJumeira 1, Al Wasl Road, Dubai04 344 6931jbschool.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Large multi-purpose auditorium/elementary gym, 25m shaded swimming pool, two roof top tennis courts, extensive verdant grass sport pitches, two-storey library, in-door & outdoor learning spaces & playgrounds, ICT & science labs, art & dance studios, music studios & rehearsal rooms.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, tennis, volleyball, ballet, golf, piano, guitar, basketball, flute & wind, story clubs, art & craft, fitness, table tennis, tag rugby, violin, singing, science club, maths olympiad.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center provides a broad range of services to children with devel-opmental delays and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), including Psychological Assessments, Speech and Language Therapy, Vision Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Feeding Clinics, and ABA Behavioural Modification Therapy in affiliation with the Center for Autism Related Disorders, Inc. (C.A.R.D.). Early intervention aims to achieve basic skills necessary for inclusion into mainstream schools and to prepare children for integration with typical peers. We treat children between the ages of 18 months to 18 years. Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center (CLEMC) is the first in its kind to embrace an educational classroom setting and medical services under one roof. CLEMC is a preparatory center that offers pro-grammes that prepare children for inclusion into mainstream schools. We may use the K12 Curriculum for those who need to be registered with the KHDA, and we provide Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each child. Medical services include a Developmental Pediatric Clinic, Child and Adult Psychiatry Clinic, Educational and Clinical Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Vision Therapy and Occupational Therapy. Extracurricular activities include enrichment classes that consist of Dance, Piloga, Art, Music, and others.

Child Early Intervention Medical Center FZ LLCAl Razi Building, Block B, Suite 2010Dubai Health Care City, P.O. Box 505122,Dubai, UAE, Tel:+971 4 4233667, Email: [email protected], Web: www.childeimc.com

Child Learning & Enrichment Medical Center

Villa No:10, Street 2-A,P.O.box 122935

Tel: +971 4 3440737,Email: [email protected]

Web: www.childlearning.ae

Dr. Hibah Shata BDS, MSc, FDSRCSI

Managing Director & Co-FounderCarolina TovarExecutive Director & Co-Founder


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Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-Jun Sep-MarFees AED 2,250-3,950Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

New Indian Model School Dubai Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4313 /04 282 4250nimsuae.com

Facilities Football, basketball and volleyball facilities.Extra-curricular activities On request

Curriculum American High School ProgramAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 21,900-39,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Nibras International School Dubai Investment Park04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Facilities Library, science, computer lab, auditorium, indoor pool, indoor and outdoor sports areas.Extra-curricular activities After school music programme, multi sports.

Curriculum USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Fees AED 25,000-40,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

New Arab Unity School Mirdif, Dubai04 288 4844 nauschool.com

Facilities Music and dance studio, art studio, cafeteria, auditorium and sports facilities.Extra-curricular activities Literary club, eco club, band, sports and art club.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

New Academy SchoolAl Mina Rd., Bur Dubai, Dubai04 398 8873

Facilities Swimming pool, science lab, 2 computer labs, multimedia room, multipurpose hall. Extra-curricular activities Football, basket ball, sports.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? No Transport? Yes

Nibras InternationalSchoolDubai Investment Park, Dubai04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Facilities Library, science labs, computer lab, multipurpose halls, auditorium, indoor and outdoor sports areas, indoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor covered play areas, physical education and play structures, indoor activity center, computers, audio visual teaching equipment. school wide monitored Internet access for up to date research and learning. Extra-curricular activities Sports day, field trips, Tree Planting for Environmental Awareness.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Oxford School Dubai Al Qusais, Dubai04 254 3666 oxford.sch.ae

Facilities Sports facilities and pool.Extra-curricular activities Football, swimming.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? On applicationTransport? No

Kings’ School Dubai Umm Suquiem 3, Dubai04 348 3939 kingsdubai.com

Facilities Wireless technology, laptop provision, ICT suite, gym, stadium 25m pool and large auditorium hall with staging and lighting.Extra-curricular activities Wide range of after-school activities offered by both school and local groups.

Curriculum USAge 5 to 21Term dates Sep & OctFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? N/A

K12 International Academy (Online School)Block 12, Floor 1, Knowledge Village, Dubai04 374 8247 k12.com/int/

Facilities Learning lab.Extra-curricular activities Field trips, online club, online field trip, online clubs, face to face events in UAE.

Curriculum FrenchAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Lycee Georges Pompidou Ecole Primaire Dubai Oud Metha, Dubai04 337 4161 lgp.ae

Facilities Gym and basketball court.Extra-curricular activities Music and painting.

Curriculum FrenchAge 3 to 12Term dates Sep-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-JunFees AED 20,000-25,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Lycee Libanais Francophone Prive Al Qusais, Dubai04 264 0800 llfp.com

Facilities Basketball court and football pitch.Extra-curricular activities Sports clubs.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Mirdiff Private School Mizher, Dubai04 288 3303 mirdifprivateschool.ae

Facilities Pool, outdoor courts, gardens, outdoor play area, activity Room, drama room, music room, art room, home economics room, science laboratories, computer laboratory, library and resources room.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, basketball, volleyball, football

Curriculum IranianAge Info on requestTerm dates Sep/JunFees Info on request Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Khadija Iranian School Dubai for GirlsKarama, Dubai04 396 1236 irs-uae.com/khadijah/

Facilities Info on requestExtra-curricular activities Art club, environment club.


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Curriculum IndianAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-Jun Sep-MarFees AED 2,250-3,950Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

New Indian Model School Dubai Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4313 /04 282 4250nimsuae.com

Facilities Football, basketball and volleyball facilities.Extra-curricular activities On request

Curriculum American High School ProgramAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 21,900-39,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Nibras International School Dubai Investment Park04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Facilities Library, science, computer lab, auditorium, indoor pool, indoor and outdoor sports areas.Extra-curricular activities After school music programme, multi sports.

Curriculum USAge 3.5 to 17Term dates Fees AED 25,000-40,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

New Arab Unity School Mirdif, Dubai04 288 4844 nauschool.com

Facilities Music and dance studio, art studio, cafeteria, auditorium and sports facilities.Extra-curricular activities Literary club, eco club, band, sports and art club.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

New Academy SchoolAl Mina Rd., Bur Dubai, Dubai04 398 8873

Facilities Swimming pool, science lab, 2 computer labs, multimedia room, multipurpose hall. Extra-curricular activities Football, basket ball, sports.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? No Transport? Yes

Nibras InternationalSchoolDubai Investment Park, Dubai04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Facilities Library, science labs, computer lab, multipurpose halls, auditorium, indoor and outdoor sports areas, indoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor covered play areas, physical education and play structures, indoor activity center, computers, audio visual teaching equipment. school wide monitored Internet access for up to date research and learning. Extra-curricular activities Sports day, field trips, Tree Planting for Environmental Awareness.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees On requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Oxford School Dubai Al Qusais, Dubai04 254 3666 oxford.sch.ae

Facilities Sports facilities and pool.Extra-curricular activities Football, swimming.


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Curriculum Indian CBSEAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,757 - 7,659Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own Indian SchoolAl Quoz, Dubai04 339 1188gemsoo-alquoz.com

Facilities Library, science laboratories, ICT laboratories, playing field, canteen, medical centre.Extra-curricular activities Interschool English Debate, Our Own Interschool Drama Festival.

Curriculum IndianAge Grades 1 to 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 5,000-8,000Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School - Boys, SharjahMoweliah Area, Sharjah06 535 5227gemsourownenglishboys-sharjah.com

Facilities Library, Mathematics Laboratory, Science Labo-ratories, Computer Science Centre, Play Field, Medicare, Bookstore, Canteen.Extra-curricular activities Visual Arts, The Performing Arts, Public Speaking, Star of the Section Award, Physical Educa-tion, Scouting, Educational Field Trip, Quiz Club, Environment Club, Olympiads.


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RACHEL HAMILTON, PARENT - REPTON (P59) “On speaking to the staff they seemed intelligent, professional and I felt that they genuinely cared about their students. Facilities are fantastic, particularly in the nursery - they have so much for the under-5s, it is incredible. Even the 3-4s are given proper Arabic, PE and music lessons. They seem to understand how to bring out the best in each child: the teachers are fantastic.”

Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 4,000 - 8,000Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School - Girls, SharjahMoweliah Area, Sharjah06 535 5227gemsoo-sharjah.com

Facilities Library, Computer Science Centre, Science Labora-tories, Art Studio, Music Studio, Play Field, Kindergarten Play Area, Medicare, Books and Uniform Store, Canteen.Extra-curricular activities Physical Education, Guides, Public Speaking, Visual Arts, Environment Club, Performing Arts, Overnight Camps, Activity Club, Mentoring, Workshops, Olympiads, Educational Trips.


Our Own English High SchoolOud Metha, Dubai04 337 4112gemsoo-dubai.com

Facilities School mosque, library, computer science centre, science laboratories, art studio, music studio, play field, kindergarten play area.Extra-curricular activities Physical education, public speaking, visual arts, environment club, performing arts, overnight camps, activity club, mentoring, workshops, olympiads, educational trips, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.


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Our Own Indian SchoolAl Quoz, Dubai04 339 1188gemsoo-alquoz.com

Facilities Library, science laboratories, ICT laboratories, playing field, canteen, medical centre.Extra-curricular activities Interschool English Debate, Our Own Interschool Drama Festival.

Curriculum IndianAge Grades 1 to 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 5,000-8,000Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School - Boys, SharjahMoweliah Area, Sharjah06 535 5227gemsourownenglishboys-sharjah.com

Facilities Library, Mathematics Laboratory, Science Labo-ratories, Computer Science Centre, Play Field, Medicare, Bookstore, Canteen.Extra-curricular activities Visual Arts, The Performing Arts, Public Speaking, Star of the Section Award, Physical Educa-tion, Scouting, Educational Field Trip, Quiz Club, Environment Club, Olympiads.


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Curriculum UK / IBAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep – JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Repton School Dubai Nad Al Sheba, Dubai04 426 9393 reptondubai.org

Facilities Two rugby / football pitches, two outdoor shaded multi-purpose areas, two indoor sports halls, indoor cricket nets, five outdoor cricket nets, three outdoor tennis courts, weight training and cardio rooms, indoor 25m pool.Extra-curricular activities Art and design, drama, music, computing, dance, yoga, fine arts, design and technology, film and television, debating, cookery classes, martial arts, gym classes, gymnastics.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 15Term dates Info on requestFees AED 30,000-41,000 paWaiting list? Dependent on Year group.Transport? Yes

Regent International School The Greens, Dubai04 360 8830 risdubai.com

Facilities Pool, multi-purpose hall, science lab, library, football pitch, art/DT/dance Studio, music room, ICT roomExtra-curricular activities Football, tennis, art, dance, cooking, swimming.

Curriculum UK/USAge 4 to 14Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Arp-JunFees AED25,000-52,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raffles International School Umm Suquiem, Dubai04 427 1200 rafflesis.com

Facilities Theatre, art rooms, dance studio, music rooms, science laboratories, computer laboratories, soccer field, pools, sports hall, basketball courts, badminton courts, tennis courts, prayer rooms.Extra-curricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Curriculum UK/UAEAge 3.6 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Rashid School for BoysNad Al Sheba, Dubai04 336 1187 rsbdubai.sch.ae

Facilities Library, labs, outdoor sports areas physical educa-tion, computers. Extra-curricular activities Games, football, etc.,.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates MonthlyFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Rajagiri International SchoolMuhaisanah, Dubai04 264 6202 risdubai.org

Facilities Our child friendly classrooms are well equipped and attractive with well presented displays. ICT is an important element of our teaching and to support we have 2 computer labs and 2 audio visual rooms to help the stu-dents in their quest for knowledge. Library, 2 music rooms, 2 swimming pools, aerobics room, multipurpose, school clinic. Extra-curricular activities Swimming, literary, music, dance games, gymnastics, aerobics, art, environment day, sports day, concerts, talent week.

Curriculum SpecialAge 12 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED960 per monthWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

SNF Children Development Center Karama, Dubai04 334 9818 snfgroup.com

Facilities Vocational and occupational training along with alternative therapy, computers.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips, music sessions, aerobics, picnics.


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Curriculum Indian CBSEAge Grade 1 to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 6,193 - 10,685Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Our Own High SchoolAl Warqa’a, Dubai04 280 0077gemsoo-alwarqa.com

Facilities Library, mathematics laboratory, science laboratories, computer science centre, play field, school mosque.Extra-curricular activities Visual arts, performing arts, public speaking, star of the section award, physical education, scouting, educational field trips, quiz club, environment club, olympiads, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-JunFees AED 6,000-16,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Pristine Private School Al Nahda 2, Dubai04 267 4299 / 5822pristineschool.com

Facilities 100,000 sqft campus consisting of KG Activity Area, Multi Purpose Hall, Sports Grounds, Covered Swimming Pool, Interactive Audio-Visual support rooms, Libraries and Science Laboratories.Extra-curricular activities Ice skating, Swimming, Karate, Football, Music, Drama and Annual Concerts.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED 11,000-20,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Queen International School Hor Al Anz, Dubai04 265 2600 queen-schools.com

Facilities Bus Service, laboratories, playground, library, canteen.Extra-curricular activities Football.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Aug, Dec, MarFees Info on requestWaiting list? No Transport? Yes

Philadelphia Private SchoolMuhaisanah, Dubai04 264 6202 ppsdubai.org

Facilities Library, labs, multipurpose halls, auditorium, indoor and outdoor sports areas physical education, computers. Extra-curricular activities Football, karate, basketball, clay modeling, memorization of koran, computer, creative art, folk dance, and ballet.


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Curriculum UK / IBAge 3 to 18Term dates Sep – JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Repton School Dubai Nad Al Sheba, Dubai04 426 9393 reptondubai.org

Facilities Two rugby / football pitches, two outdoor shaded multi-purpose areas, two indoor sports halls, indoor cricket nets, five outdoor cricket nets, three outdoor tennis courts, weight training and cardio rooms, indoor 25m pool.Extra-curricular activities Art and design, drama, music, computing, dance, yoga, fine arts, design and technology, film and television, debating, cookery classes, martial arts, gym classes, gymnastics.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 15Term dates Info on requestFees AED 30,000-41,000 paWaiting list? Dependent on Year group.Transport? Yes

Regent International School The Greens, Dubai04 360 8830 risdubai.com

Facilities Pool, multi-purpose hall, science lab, library, football pitch, art/DT/dance Studio, music room, ICT roomExtra-curricular activities Football, tennis, art, dance, cooking, swimming.

Curriculum UK/USAge 4 to 14Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Arp-JunFees AED25,000-52,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Raffles International School Umm Suquiem, Dubai04 427 1200 rafflesis.com

Facilities Theatre, art rooms, dance studio, music rooms, science laboratories, computer laboratories, soccer field, pools, sports hall, basketball courts, badminton courts, tennis courts, prayer rooms.Extra-curricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Curriculum UK/UAEAge 3.6 and aboveTerm dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Rashid School for BoysNad Al Sheba, Dubai04 336 1187 rsbdubai.sch.ae

Facilities Library, labs, outdoor sports areas physical educa-tion, computers. Extra-curricular activities Games, football, etc.,.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates MonthlyFees Info on requestWaiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Rajagiri International SchoolMuhaisanah, Dubai04 264 6202 risdubai.org

Facilities Our child friendly classrooms are well equipped and attractive with well presented displays. ICT is an important element of our teaching and to support we have 2 computer labs and 2 audio visual rooms to help the stu-dents in their quest for knowledge. Library, 2 music rooms, 2 swimming pools, aerobics room, multipurpose, school clinic. Extra-curricular activities Swimming, literary, music, dance games, gymnastics, aerobics, art, environment day, sports day, concerts, talent week.

Curriculum SpecialAge 12 and aboveTerm dates Sep-JunFees AED960 per monthWaiting list? YesTransport? Yes

SNF Children Development Center Karama, Dubai04 334 9818 snfgroup.com

Facilities Vocational and occupational training along with alternative therapy, computers.Extra-curricular activities Educational trips, music sessions, aerobics, picnics.


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Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Info on requestFees AED 24,000-50,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

The English College Umm Suquiem, Dubai04 394 3465 englishcollege.ac.ae

Facilities Gym, pools and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football, Music, chess.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and above Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Sheffield Private SchoolAl Nadha, Dubai04 267 8444 sheffieldprivateschool.com


Curriculum IranianAge Info on requestTerm dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Salman Farsi School Al Ghusais, Dubai04 298 8121 irs-uae.com/salman/

Facilities Info on requestExtra-curricular activities Art club, environment club, Quran and Islamic studies club.

Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 5Term dates Apri-MarFees AED 5,136 - 6,823Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

The Kindergarten StartersAl Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4090gemskgs.com

Facilities ICT and multimedia centre, kindergarten play area, activity rooms, science laboratory, clinic, music rooms, library.Extra-curricular activities Performing arts, creative communication, visual arts, sports, inter-school music festival, inter-house quiz competitions, caretaker service.


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Curriculum UKAge 3 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 29,400-38,200Waiting list? No Transport? No

STAR International School Umm SheifUmm Sheif, Dubai04 348 3314semsintl.com

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 13 Term dates Sep-JuneFees AED 18,810-34,700 Waiting list? No Admissions open for the new academic year starting in September 2010Transport? Yes

Scholars International Academy Sharjah school zone area - near University City06 535 5033scholarsinternational.com

Facilities Swimming pool, Soccer/Rugby field, Sports Hall with a Rock Climbing Arena, Fully Equipped Computer Lab, Library, Dance Studio, Organic Garden and much more.Extra-curricular activities Swimming, Netball, Soccer, Ball skills, Cricket, Organic Gardening, Dancing, Music, Expres-sive arts programme, to name a few.

Curriculum PakistaniAge 3 to 17Term dates Apr-Oct Dec-MarFees AED2,600-5,200Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Sheikh Rashid Pakistan School Qusais, Dubai04 298 8303 srps.sch.ae

Facilities Football & KG play area.Extra-curricular activities Sports weeks, programmes in Global Village.

Curriculum UKAge 5.5 to 18Term dates Info on requestFees AED 3,600- 7,800Waiting list? NoTransport? No

St Mary’s School Dubai Oud Metha Road04 337 0252 stmarysdubai.com

Facilities Sports grounds.Extra-curricular activities Drama, Quiz, Music, Sports, Elocution/Debates, Environment, Art/Craft, Cookery & Needlework.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 14Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 20,000-33,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

STAR International School Al TwarAl Twar 204 263 8999semsintl.com/altwar

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet, football.

Curriculum UKAge 4 to 11Term dates Sep-JunFees AED29,400-38,200Waiting list? NoTransport? No

Star International School Mirdiff Mirdiff04 288 4644 semsintl.com

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab.Extra-curricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet.


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Curriculum USAge 3 to 16Term dates Info on requestFees AED 24,000-50,000Waiting list? YesTransport? No

The English College Umm Suquiem, Dubai04 394 3465 englishcollege.ac.ae

Facilities Gym, pools and playing courts.Extra-curricular activities Football, Music, chess.

Curriculum UKAge 3 and above Term dates Info on requestFees Info on requestWaiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

Sheffield Private SchoolAl Nadha, Dubai04 267 8444 sheffieldprivateschool.com


Curriculum IranianAge Info on requestTerm dates Sep-JunFees Info on requestWaiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Salman Farsi School Al Ghusais, Dubai04 298 8121 irs-uae.com/salman/

Facilities Info on requestExtra-curricular activities Art club, environment club, Quran and Islamic studies club.

Curriculum IndianAge Kindergarten to Grade 5Term dates Apri-MarFees AED 5,136 - 6,823Waiting list? Info on requestTransport? Yes

The Kindergarten StartersAl Garhoud, Dubai04 282 4090gemskgs.com

Facilities ICT and multimedia centre, kindergarten play area, activity rooms, science laboratory, clinic, music rooms, library.Extra-curricular activities Performing arts, creative communication, visual arts, sports, inter-school music festival, inter-house quiz competitions, caretaker service.


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The Millennium SchoolAl Ghusais, Dubai04 298 8567gemsmillenniumschool.com

Facilities Sporting areas, science laboratories, library, cafeteria, medical centre.Extra-curricular activities School events, physical education, music, drama, art, the Afternoon Programme.


The Winchester SchoolJebel Ali Gardens, Dubai04 882 0444thewinchesterschool.com

Facilities Multi-purpose auditorium, sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, air-conditioned play area for kindergar-ten, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Music [instrumental], art and craft, music (vocal), creative writing, dance (individual and team), sports, drama reading club, debating, elocution and public speaking, educational trips, environmental projects, chess, sports, indoor games.


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Curriculum IBAge 3 to 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 33,000-45,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Uptown SchoolUptown Mirdif, Dubai04 288 6270uptownprimary.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, library, ICT suites, interactive whiteboards, art studio, music practice rooms, dance studio with sprung floor, safe play areas, science lab, canteen, summer camps, facilities for the physically challenged.Extra-curricular activities Football, cricket, table tennis, netball, Arabic dance, swimming, singing, arts and crafts, science club, maths olympiad, drama group, adventure club, chess, guitar, modern dance, fun games, basketball, sewing, computer club, golf club.


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DEEPAK GOyAL FATHER OF ARNAv GOyAL 8 yEARS DUBAI MODERN HIGH SCHOOL (P63)“I am very pleased with Dubai Modern High School as I feel that they offer great extracurricular activities without impacting on the academic offering of the school. Arnav particularly enjoys the swimming lessons and is becoming quite the all round sportsman also playing golf and tennis!”


The Westminster SchoolAl Ghusais, Dubai04 298 8333gemsws-ghusais.com

Facilities Covered play area, activity room, library, science laboratories, music and art and craft rooms, ICT.Extra-curricular activities Arts and craft, creative writing, cooking, debating, drama, educational trips, elocution / public speaking, gymnastics, leadership camps, mural painting, music, needlework, physical education, projects, reading, team sports, trekking.

Curriculum USAge 3 to 17Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-JunFees AED 23,500-56,000Waiting list? YesTransport? Yes

Universal American School Festival City, Dubai04 232 5222 uasdubai.ae

Facilities Pool and gym.Extra-curricular activities Soccer, reading, karate, music & golf.

Curriculum UKAge 3 to 16Term dates Sep-JunFees AED11,000-16,240Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

The City International School Nadd Al Hamar, Dubai04 289 9722 tcs-uae.com

Facilities Purpose built building, IT lab, science lab, secure KG section and library.Extra-curricular activities Interhouse events, quizzes, sports day, two trips per year.


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Curriculum IBAge 3 to 12Term dates Sep-JunFees AED 33,000-45,000Waiting list? NoTransport? Yes

Uptown SchoolUptown Mirdif, Dubai04 288 6270uptownprimary.aeA Taaleem School

Facilities Pool, gymnasium, library, ICT suites, interactive whiteboards, art studio, music practice rooms, dance studio with sprung floor, safe play areas, science lab, canteen, summer camps, facilities for the physically challenged.Extra-curricular activities Football, cricket, table tennis, netball, Arabic dance, swimming, singing, arts and crafts, science club, maths olympiad, drama group, adventure club, chess, guitar, modern dance, fun games, basketball, sewing, computer club, golf club.


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Curriculum Indian CBSE & National Curriculum for EnglandAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,505 – 7,487Waiting list? On requesTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Fujairah09 222 7127gemsoo-fujairah.com

Facilities Sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Art and craft, drama, music, sing-ing, painting, debate, cookery, elocution, football, inter-house quiz, debate, cricket & basket ball, maths, olympiad, table tennis, inter-house dramatics, waste to wealth, c.c.a

Curriculum Indian CBSE & National Curriculum for EnglandAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,505 – 7,487Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Al Ain03 767 9747 gemsoo-alain.com

Facilities Sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Assembly presentations, annual festivals in the Performing and Fine Arts, Sports, ‘Creative’ Science, Elocution in many languages together with Olym-piads in Mathematics. Inter School Competition - Our Own ‘Middles’ Soccer Tournament

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Curriculum Indian CBSE & National Curriculum for EnglandAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,505 – 7,487Waiting list? On requesTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Fujairah09 222 7127gemsoo-fujairah.com

Facilities Sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Art and craft, drama, music, sing-ing, painting, debate, cookery, elocution, football, inter-house quiz, debate, cricket & basket ball, maths, olympiad, table tennis, inter-house dramatics, waste to wealth, c.c.a

Curriculum Indian CBSE & National Curriculum for EnglandAge Kindergarten to Grade 12Term dates Apr-MarFees AED 3,505 – 7,487Waiting list? On requestTransport? Yes

Our Own English High School Al Ain03 767 9747 gemsoo-alain.com

Facilities Sports fields, music and art & craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms.Extra-curricular activities Assembly presentations, annual festivals in the Performing and Fine Arts, Sports, ‘Creative’ Science, Elocution in many languages together with Olym-piads in Mathematics. Inter School Competition - Our Own ‘Middles’ Soccer Tournament

Fujairah

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Curriculum AmericanNumber of students On request

American University in

the EmiratesBlock 6, First Floor, Dubai International Academic City04 429 1200aue.ae

Overview AUE is a licensed institution offering accredited programs. It is a vibrant and dynamic university with the vision to be one of the leading liberal higher educational institutions, providing an integrated pathway for students to become creative and productive members of the community. AUE follows the American model of education as a foundation for the structure and design of its programmes of study, whilst appreciating and celebrating the diverse culture and values of the UAE.

Dubai

Curriculum IndianNumber of students 1,730

Overview BITS, Pilani - Dubai (BPD) was established in Dubai in September 2000 in response to the growing needs for quality engineering education among the residents of the Middle East. Students seek admission not only from the UAE and other Middle East countries but also from India and other parts of the world.

BITS Pilani DubaiKnowledge Village, Building 11 / Dubai Academic City04 420 0555bitsdubai.com

Curriculum USNumber of students 2,784

American University Dubai Sheikh Zayed RoadDubai 04 399 9000aud.edu

Overview A ‘genuine American university experience’ is the aim of this private university. Founded in 1995, it educates both UAE nationals and international students in English. The campus itself is located next to Dubai Media City and, as well as an array of bachelor and master degrees, students can take advantage of 33 student clubs, annual events and a student centre, complete with a barber shop, beauty salon, travel agency, bank, bookstore and more.

Curriculum USNumber of students 50

Overview This postdoctoral training institution is based in Dubai Healthcare City and is a go-to name for budding den-tists. It offers a three year combined Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAGS) and Master’s of Science degree (MSD) in a number of specialist areas, such as pediatric dentistry, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. Students here will have full electronic access to the Boston University’s Medical and Dental Library too.

Boston University Institute for Dental Research & Education Dubai Dubai Healthcare City Dubai 04 424 8613budubai.ae

Al Ghurair University Dubai Academic City,Dubai 04 420 0223agu.ae

Curriculum UAENumber of students N/A

Overview Beginning in 1999, AGU is a leading college in engineering, business studies, I.T. and interior design and all of its bachelor degrees are accredited with the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. A recent reloca-tion meanns that AGU is now based in Dubai Academic City, where students will find cutting edge computer and engineering laboratories plus well-equipped lecture halls and sports facilities.


Overview ACD is located in Garhoud near Dubai’s Festival City and has been in operation for 19 years to date. It currently offers prospective students a two year university transfer program to institutions in the US, Canada and India; a four year bachelor of business administration and a five level academic English program which provides remedial English classes to prepare students for TOEFEL exams.

American College of Dubai Garhoud Dubai 04 282 9992centamed.com


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The Gateway to Australian Academic Excellence in the UAE

Find us on www.facebook.com/murdochdubai

Dubai International Academic City, Block 10, Fourth Floor, Dubai, UAEEmail: [email protected]: +971 4 435 5700

Management

Marketing

Finance

Business Information Systems

Computer Science

Environmental Management

Sustainable Development

Journalism

Screen Production

Public Relations

Master of Business Administration

Master of Human Resource Management

Master of Education

MUPC Foundation Program

For more information, email [email protected] or call 04 4355700

Discoverers welcomewww.murdochdubai.ac.ae

Choose from our range of courses in Business, Communication, IT, Media, Education and Environmental Science

Earn an Internationally Recognized Degree without leaving Dubai

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Curriculum InternationalNumber of students On request

Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-UniversityBuilding 11, 5th and 6th floorDubai International Academic City04 424 1111hbmeu.ae

Overview The HBMeU specializes in excellence and quality management and has a wide range of programs to meet the needs of learners in all sectors of the economy, including business, education, e-learning, healthcare and environment. HBMeU provides learning opportunities for all through the principle of click-to-learn. HBMeU enjoys international credibility, and its programs are not only demand-driven, but are customized to meet the growing needs of businesses in the UAE.

Curriculum AmericanNumber of students On request

Hult International Business School7th Floor, Block 10, Dubai International Academic City04 375 3088hult.edu

Overview Hult’s intensive one-year MBA program begins with a four-week toolbox and four individual modules, addressing different stages in the growth of a business. The toolbox is specially designed to cover the requisite skills and basic business knowledge that is vital to complete Hult’s accelerated one-year MBA program.

Canada International CollegeBlock 12, 2nd FloorDubai International Academic City04 438 [email protected]

Curriculum CanadianNumber of students On request

Overview Canada International College is the offspring of - Canadian Universal School Inc.and aims to develop and implement a series of adult orientated vocational training programmes. Current offerings include: TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS Preparation, ESL Preperation and Technical Graphic Design.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 242

Cambridge College InternationalBlock 3, Knowledge Village04 375 4141cambridgecollege international.com.au

Overview At Cambridge College courses are designed to provide training for career success in a professional learning environment that is both challenging and motivating with the goal of employment and/or further study. The Diploma and Advanced Diploma provide an alternative pathway to university entrance.

Curriculum FrenchNumber of students 97

Overview ESMOD International Fashion University Group is located in part of an internationally acclaimed French Fash-ion institution offering a wide range of creative, technical and marketing programmes for students wishing to become part of the growing fashion industry in the region.

French Fashion University ESMOD DubaiAcademic City Block 404 429 1228french-fashion- university.com

Curriculum BritishNumber of students 596

Heriot-Watt University DubaiBlock 2, Dubai Academic City04 361 6999hw.ac.uk/dubai

Overview Heriot-Watt University was the first overseas university to set up in Dubai International Academic City, offering a top quality British education to students and executives from around the Gulf and further afield. The eighth oldest higher education institution in the UK (it was founded in Edinburgh over 180 years ago) Heriot-Watt was invited to Dubai in recognition of its global reputation and international reach in the fields of engineering and management.


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Curriculum Global MBA and DBA for working professionals Number of students 1000

Manchester Business SchoolBlock 2B, Office F116, Knowledge Village, Dubai04 446 8664mbs.ac.uk/dubai

Overview Manchester Business School is the UK’s largest campus-based business and management school. The middle east regional executive centre based in Dubai Knowledge Village offers world class part-time Global MBA and DBA programmes to working professionals. All successful MBA students are awarded a degree by the University of Manchester and no distinction is made between the different learning formats. MBS will launch Executive Education courses for the Middle East in 2011.

Curriculum IndianNumber of students On request

JSS Education FoundationKnowledge Village block 2A office F5204 361 2917jssfoundation.com

Overview JSSMVP established its presence in the Middle East with its new educational center JSS Education Founda-tion at Dubai Knowledge Village to introduce Online And Blended Learning Programmes with a focus on providing the community with the educational skills needed to compete in the growing employment sector and meet the needs and challenges from the regional corporations and businesses.This center offers to those who are employed with regular learning opportunities.


Imam Malik College Block 4, First FloorDubai International Academic City 04 334 4990malikcol.ae

Overview Under the patronage of HH Shaikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoom, Imam Malik College for Sharia and Law was established in Dubai to be a pioneer amongst colleges in the field of teaching Sharia and Law, to try and meet the enormous need of UAE lawyers and judges that are special-ized in Sharia in the Emirates.

Curriculum AmericanNumber of students 104

Institute of Management Technology, DubaiBlock 4, Dubai International Academic City04 360 4844imtdubai.org

Overview IMT offers an accredited MBA program as well as executive education to companies operating in the UAE. One of the main advantages of the 2 year MBA Program at IMT is its strong Industry interface achieved through the Internship Program, the Company Project and the continuous interaction with the industry.

Curriculum IranNumber of students N/A

Overview IAU is an Iranian non-profit, non-governmental system of higher education founded in 1982 in response to an increasing social demand for specialized manpower and development. Its campuses across the world, including this one in Dubai International Academic City, amount to the world’s largest university body with over one million students studying its undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Islamic Azad University (IAU)Block 4, Ground & 1st FloorDubai international Academic City04 366 4696iau.ae

Curriculum UKNumber of students N/A

London Business School Dubai DIFC Gate VillageDubai 04 401 9301 london.edu

Overview The LBD offers a Dubai-London Executive MBA, which gives students the chance to study and network in two important business centres. The course takes place over the course of 20 months, with core courses taught at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and six to eight electives at the school’s London campus.


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Curriculum Global MBA and DBA for working professionals Number of students 1000

Manchester Business SchoolBlock 2B, Office F116, Knowledge Village, Dubai04 446 8664mbs.ac.uk/dubai

Overview Manchester Business School is the UK’s largest campus-based business and management school. The middle east regional executive centre based in Dubai Knowledge Village offers world class part-time Global MBA and DBA programmes to working professionals. All successful MBA students are awarded a degree by the University of Manchester and no distinction is made between the different learning formats. MBS will launch Executive Education courses for the Middle East in 2011.

Curriculum IndianNumber of students On request

JSS Education FoundationKnowledge Village block 2A office F5204 361 2917jssfoundation.com

Overview JSSMVP established its presence in the Middle East with its new educational center JSS Education Founda-tion at Dubai Knowledge Village to introduce Online And Blended Learning Programmes with a focus on providing the community with the educational skills needed to compete in the growing employment sector and meet the needs and challenges from the regional corporations and businesses.This center offers to those who are employed with regular learning opportunities.


Imam Malik College Block 4, First FloorDubai International Academic City 04 334 4990malikcol.ae

Overview Under the patronage of HH Shaikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoom, Imam Malik College for Sharia and Law was established in Dubai to be a pioneer amongst colleges in the field of teaching Sharia and Law, to try and meet the enormous need of UAE lawyers and judges that are special-ized in Sharia in the Emirates.


Institute of Management Technology, DubaiBlock 4, Dubai International Academic City04 360 4844imtdubai.org

Overview IMT offers an accredited MBA program as well as executive education to companies operating in the UAE. One of the main advantages of the 2 year MBA Program at IMT is its strong Industry interface achieved through the Internship Program, the Company Project and the continuous interaction with the industry.

Curriculum IranNumber of students N/A

Overview IAU is an Iranian non-profit, non-governmental system of higher education founded in 1982 in response to an increasing social demand for specialized manpower and development. Its campuses across the world, including this one in Dubai International Academic City, amount to the world’s largest university body with over one million students studying its undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Islamic Azad University (IAU)Block 4, Ground & 1st FloorDubai international Academic City04 366 4696iau.ae


London Business School Dubai DIFC Gate VillageDubai 04 401 9301 london.edu

Overview The LBD offers a Dubai-London Executive MBA, which gives students the chance to study and network in two important business centres. The course takes place over the course of 20 months, with core courses taught at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and six to eight electives at the school’s London campus.


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Curriculum RussianNumber of students On request

St. Petersburg State University of Engineering & EconomicsKnowledge Village 18th block 2nd floor04 362 5313rudubai.ru

Overview Saint-Petersburg State University of Engineering & Economics is one of the leading Universities of Russia, with more than 21,000 students, 10 faculties in different fields of economics and management, 16 branches and 2 representatives offices in the Russian Federation. ENGECON Dubai is the first branch campus outside the CIS. All degree programs are provided in Russian and English.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students N/A

Murdoch University DubaiBlock 10, 4th floor, Dubai International Academic City04 435 5700murdochdubai.com

Overview Murdoch University is committed to its vision of being a prominent and influential research-intensive university renowned for its teaching quality and research excellence, promoting intellectual independence and social and scientific critique within a supportive and sustainable environment for students and staff; and engaged with and benefiting local, national and international communities.

Overview The Dubai campus offers comprehensive and well-integrated common facilities including academic and extra-curricular forums, an auditorium and beautifully landscaped surroundings. The institute also offers excellent facilities like library services, information technology services, sports facilities and various student clubs to develop a well-rounded personality.


Manipal University DubaiBlock No 7, Dubai Academic City04 369 4540, 04 391 1988mahedubai.com

Curriculum AmericanNumber of students N/A

Michigan State University DubaiBlock No. 10, Ground Floor04 4361 500dubai.msu.edu

Overview MSU Dubai provides bachelor’s and master’s degree students with a broad intellectual background that gives them the habits of thought and analysis needed to live and work in a rapidly-changing modern world. Developing career and job-relevant skills are a core part of all degree programmes offered at MSU Dubai.

Stafford AssociatesF01, Block 6, Dubai Knowledge Village04 390 1685www.stafford.ae

Curriculum UKNumber of students On request

Stafford is a regional resource centre that represents some teh UK’s best universities in the region. Through Stafford, students undertake distance learniing programmes and, in some cases, local workshops. The universities include The University of Leicester - recently ranked Number 2 in a list of the world’s best universities - The University of Wales, the world-renowned University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University – Nottingham Business School.

Curriculum BritishNumber of students Over 1,300

Middlesex University DubaiKnowledge Village Block 1604 367 8100mdx.ac

Overview Middlesex University Dubai is the first overseas campus of the internationally renowned Middlesex Univer-sity in London. The campus which opened in January 2005, offers 25 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a wide variety of subject areas. In 2007, Middlesex was ranked second in London for Teaching and Learning (HEFCE) and the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) rated re-search at Middlesex as ‘Top 10 among new UK universities’.


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Curriculum RussianNumber of students On request

St. Petersburg State University of Engineering & EconomicsKnowledge Village 18th block 2nd floor04 362 5313rudubai.ru

Overview Saint-Petersburg State University of Engineering & Economics is one of the leading Universities of Russia, with more than 21,000 students, 10 faculties in different fields of economics and management, 16 branches and 2 representatives offices in the Russian Federation. ENGECON Dubai is the first branch campus outside the CIS. All degree programs are provided in Russian and English.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students N/A

Murdoch University DubaiBlock 10, 4th floor, Dubai International Academic City04 435 5700murdochdubai.com

Overview Murdoch University is committed to its vision of being a prominent and influential research-intensive university renowned for its teaching quality and research excellence, promoting intellectual independence and social and scientific critique within a supportive and sustainable environment for students and staff; and engaged with and benefiting local, national and international communities.

Overview The Dubai campus offers comprehensive and well-integrated common facilities including academic and extra-curricular forums, an auditorium and beautifully landscaped surroundings. The institute also offers excellent facilities like library services, information technology services, sports facilities and various student clubs to develop a well-rounded personality.


Manipal University DubaiBlock No 7, Dubai Academic City04 369 4540, 04 391 1988mahedubai.com

Curriculum AmericanNumber of students N/A

Michigan State University DubaiBlock No. 10, Ground Floor04 4361 500dubai.msu.edu

Overview MSU Dubai provides bachelor’s and master’s degree students with a broad intellectual background that gives them the habits of thought and analysis needed to live and work in a rapidly-changing modern world. Developing career and job-relevant skills are a core part of all degree programmes offered at MSU Dubai.

Stafford AssociatesF01, Block 6, Dubai Knowledge Village04 390 1685www.stafford.ae

Curriculum UKNumber of students On request

Stafford is a regional resource centre that represents some teh UK’s best universities in the region. Through Stafford, students undertake distance learniing programmes and, in some cases, local workshops. The universities include The University of Leicester - recently ranked Number 2 in a list of the world’s best universities - The University of Wales, the world-renowned University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University – Nottingham Business School.

Curriculum BritishNumber of students Over 1,300

Middlesex University DubaiKnowledge Village Block 1604 367 8100mdx.ac

Overview Middlesex University Dubai is the first overseas campus of the internationally renowned Middlesex Univer-sity in London. The campus which opened in January 2005, offers 25 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a wide variety of subject areas. In 2007, Middlesex was ranked second in London for Teaching and Learning (HEFCE) and the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) rated re-search at Middlesex as ‘Top 10 among new UK universities’.


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Université St. Joseph Law School - DubaiBlock 11 Ground Floor DIAC04 438 0630usj.edu.lb/dubai

Curriculum FrenchNumber of students On request

Overview University specialising in legal studies.

University of BradfordBlock 13, Knowledge Village04 439 3694bradford.ac.uk


Overview The University of Bradford programme is a consortium programme. This means that a number of key corporations in Dubai sponsor their managers to study for an MBA with the University. Sponsorship typically takes the form of financial, time or work assistance.

Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 142

SAE Institute DubaiBuilding 16, Level 2, Knowledge Village04 361 6173sae-dubai.com

Overview SAE Institute is the largest worldwide private college for audio production, film production, interactive animation and applied multimedia. SAE provides practical training courses, as well as academic degree programmes. SAE Dubai is an authorised Apple training centre.

Curriculum IndianNumber of students 573

Overview S P Jain Center of Management (S P Jain) has the academic support of of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S P Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai which is ranked among the top ten business schools in Asia and India.

S P Jain Center of ManagementBlock 5, Dubai International Academic City04 429 1234spjain.org

The British University in DubaiBlock 17, Knowledge Village04 391 3626buid.ac.ae

Curriculum BritishNumber of students 328

Overview Working in partnership with leading UK universities, BUiD offers cutting-edge education and research in key disciplines. BUiD aspires to the highest, internationally recognized British standards and provisions as reflected in its partnerships with the University of Edinburgh, the University of Manchester, the University of Birmingham, Cardiff University and the Cass Business School of City University, London

Curriculum PakistaniNumber of students N/A

Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) DubaiBlock 4B, Knowledge Village04 366 4601szabist.ac.ae

Overview The Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) is a fully chartered Institute and is approved and recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, as a degree-granting institution.


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Tel. 06 558 9999 - 06 545 5255

For New Registrations Call

Or visit our website www.sit.ac.ae

SIT offers an alternative to conventional education with its hands-on training approach. You can now enroll into BTEC National Diploma from grade 10 and get an early start on your chosen career.This Diploma is recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education and is equivalent to the high school degree level.

Ladies Programmes• Health and Social Care• Hospitality • Travel & Tourism• Art Design and Media• Fashion Design• Information Technology

Mens Programmes• Electrical/Electronics Eng.• Telecommunications • Mechanical Eng.• Information Technology• Automotive• Civil Eng.• Business Administration

National Diploma

Registration Fees 1,650 Dhs

Programme Fees

UAE Nationals 4,000 Dhs Per Academic Year

Expatriates 20,000 Dhs Per Academic Year

National Diploma

Technical Education for YouSIT

SHARJAH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Higher National DiplomaUpon completion you may also opt to continue your education in your chosen discipline by enrolling in the BTEC Higher National Diploma programme which is equivalent to the first two years of study in many UK universities. Mens Programmes• Electrical/Electronics Eng.• Mechanical Eng.• Information Technology• Civil Eng.

Higher National DiplomaRegistration Fees 1,650 Dhs Programme Fees


Expatriates 27,000 Dhs Per Academic Year Ladies Programmes• Travel & Tourism

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Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 2,344

Overview The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the UAE’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1993 by the University of Wollongong in Australia, currently ranked among the leading universities in the world, UOWD represented a very early Australian initiative in the Gulf region. From a small beginning opposite Al Mulla Plaza, through its presence on Jumeirah Road and to its current location at Dubai Knowledge Village, UOWD is an integral part of Dubai.

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)Blocks 5 and 15, Knowledge Village04 367 2400uowdubai.ac.ae


Overview University of Dubai was established in 1997 with the support of the Dubai Chamber (of Commerce and Industry). Due to its affiliations with Dubai Chamber, the university has close links with the business community and is the only university (accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research) to earn international accreditation from both AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and the ABET/CAC (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

University of DubaiAl Maktoum Road, Deira,Dubai04 224 2472ud.ac.ae

Curriculum USNumber of students On request

University of Phoenix04 375 4555phoenix.edu

Overview An accredited university offering on-campus and online college degree programmes.


University Of ExeterBlock 13, Ground FloorDubai Knowledge Village 04 369 [email protected]

Overview The Universiry of Exeter is a branch of the acclaimed UK university, whose ethos is to help shape the future by extending the boundaries of knowledge for the benefit of individuals, society and the environment. Their vision is to be a leading international university, recognised for their high quality research and the distinctive student experience offererd.

Al Hosn UniversityPO Box 38772, Abu Dhabi02 407 0700 alhosnu.ae

Curriculum UK Number of students N/A

Overview Prospective students will have their pick of 18 pro-grams from nine different departments, with popular options including engineering and applied sciences, business, and arts and social sciences. Al Hosn has an English language centre too, which is open to any students who wish to study it as a second language.

Abu Dhabi University PO Box 59911,

Abu Dhabi 02 501 5555 adu.ac.ae


Overview ADU offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based on an American model of higher education. The majority of classes are taught in English – the university’s official language – although the uni is expected to utilise Arabic in the future. There are over 4,000 students in attendance here, representing more than 35 nationalities.

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Curriculum AustralianNumber of students 2,344

Overview The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the UAE’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Established in 1993 by the University of Wollongong in Australia, currently ranked among the leading universities in the world, UOWD represented a very early Australian initiative in the Gulf region. From a small beginning opposite Al Mulla Plaza, through its presence on Jumeirah Road and to its current location at Dubai Knowledge Village, UOWD is an integral part of Dubai.

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD)Blocks 5 and 15, Knowledge Village04 367 2400uowdubai.ac.ae


Overview University of Dubai was established in 1997 with the support of the Dubai Chamber (of Commerce and Industry). Due to its affiliations with Dubai Chamber, the university has close links with the business community and is the only university (accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research) to earn international accreditation from both AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and the ABET/CAC (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

University of DubaiAl Maktoum Road, Deira,Dubai04 224 2472ud.ac.ae

Curriculum USNumber of students On request

University of Phoenix04 375 4555phoenix.edu

Overview An accredited university offering on-campus and online college degree programmes.


University Of ExeterBlock 13, Ground FloorDubai Knowledge Village 04 369 [email protected]

Overview The Universiry of Exeter is a branch of the acclaimed UK university, whose ethos is to help shape the future by extending the boundaries of knowledge for the benefit of individuals, society and the environment. Their vision is to be a leading international university, recognised for their high quality research and the distinctive student experience offererd.

Al Hosn UniversityPO Box 38772, Abu Dhabi02 407 0700 alhosnu.ae

Curriculum UK Number of students N/A

Overview Prospective students will have their pick of 18 pro-grams from nine different departments, with popular options including engineering and applied sciences, business, and arts and social sciences. Al Hosn has an English language centre too, which is open to any students who wish to study it as a second language.

Abu Dhabi University PO Box 59911,

Abu Dhabi 02 501 5555 adu.ac.ae


Overview ADU offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based on an American model of higher education. The majority of classes are taught in English – the university’s official language – although the uni is expected to utilise Arabic in the future. There are over 4,000 students in attendance here, representing more than 35 nationalities.

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MERGING BRILLIANCE WITH GREATNESSPARIS-SORBONNE UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

Welcome to Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (PSUAD), an elite education institution that attracts the best students from the UAE, the Middle East and the world. Just as in Paris, the same prestigious academic programme is taught by professors from the Sorbonne and Paris-Descartes. An education that enhances critical thinking, communication skills and international perspective awaits the university students along with a degree that guarantees world class excellence in the field of Humanities and Social Sciences.

PARIS-SORBONNE UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME(BA-3 years)• Archaeology & History of Art1

• French & Comparative Literature1

• History – Civilisations and International Affairs1

• Philosophy and Sociology1

• Economics and Management• Geography & Urban Planning• Information & Communication2

• International Business and Languages • Law and Political Science

1. A two-year common-core syllabus that leads to a third year of specialisation. 2. Specialisation in 3rd year of Bachelor’s Degree, in Paris only.

MASTER PROGRAMME• Business & Languages - Tourism• International Law, Diplomacy and International Relations• History of Art & Museum studies • Marketing, Management, Communication and Media• Teaching French as a foreign language (Arab speakers)• Urban & Regional Planning • Sustainable Development* • Arts & Performance Management*

* New Programmes

UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE• Separate blocks for men and women

Degrees issued by Paris and internationally recognised ECTS - European Credit Transfer System

For more information, please contact

Tel: + 971 (0) 2 656 9330 / 555Fax: + 971 (0) 2 650 1206Email: [email protected]. Box 38044Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirateswww.sorbonne.ae


Overview Khalifa University of Science specialists in technology and science research and has two campuses in the UAE. Its Abu Dhabi base is currently under develop-ment, whereas its Sharjah campus has an 18-year history. Students can enroll for under- and post-graduate degree programmes in five disciplines, with the former being fully accredited by the UK’s Institution of Engineering and Technology.

Khalifa University of ScienceAbu Dhabi Campus 02 401 8000Sharjah Campus 06 561 1333ku.ac.ae


Masdar Institute of Science and Technology Abu Dhabi 02 698 8122masdar.ac.ae

Overview Based in Abu Dhabi, Masdar dedicates itself to researching alternative energy, environmental technologies and sustainability. The independent, not-for-profit university can offer scholarships to students of all nationalities, which include tuition fees, laptops, housing, travel expenses and living costs. See the website for full details.

New York Institute of Technology CERT Technology ParkAbu Dhabi 02 404 8523 nyit.edu


Overview NYIT is a private institution with a global presence. It currently has in excess of 15,000 students attending its North American, Chinese and Middle Eastern campuses. Its Abu Dhabi branch has been active for five years and there you can choose from undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, computer science and graphics and interior design. All classes are conducted in English by New York professors, so fluency in English is a must.


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Overview Khalifa University of Science specialists in technology and science research and has two campuses in the UAE. Its Abu Dhabi base is currently under develop-ment, whereas its Sharjah campus has an 18-year history. Students can enroll for under- and post-graduate degree programmes in five disciplines, with the former being fully accredited by the UK’s Institution of Engineering and Technology.

Khalifa University of ScienceAbu Dhabi Campus 02 401 8000Sharjah Campus 06 561 1333ku.ac.ae


Masdar Institute of Science and Technology Abu Dhabi 02 698 8122masdar.ac.ae

Overview Based in Abu Dhabi, Masdar dedicates itself to researching alternative energy, environmental technologies and sustainability. The independent, not-for-profit university can offer scholarships to students of all nationalities, which include tuition fees, laptops, housing, travel expenses and living costs. See the website for full details.

New York Institute of Technology CERT Technology ParkAbu Dhabi 02 404 8523 nyit.edu


Overview NYIT is a private institution with a global presence. It currently has in excess of 15,000 students attending its North American, Chinese and Middle Eastern campuses. Its Abu Dhabi branch has been active for five years and there you can choose from undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, computer science and graphics and interior design. All classes are conducted in English by New York professors, so fluency in English is a must.


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Curriculum UKNumber of students 3,000

Overview Zayed University has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Knowledge Village, Dubai, where it teaches UAE nationals and international students alike. Bachelor degrees in arts and sciences, business, communication and media, educa-tion and IT are all options, as well as masters degrees, all of which are taught in English. When it comes to which campus to attend, it’s worth noting that Abu Dhabi South campus is for women only and Abu Dhabi North is purely for men.

Zayed University Abu Dhabi 02 445 3300 zu.ac.ae

Curriculum UK Number of students 200+

Strathclyde University Business School Abu Dhabi Campus 02 404 8546 Dubai Campus 04 208 9281strath.ae

Overview This triple-accredited business school (AMBA, EQ-UIS, AACSB) is said to be one of Europe’s leading providers of business and management education. It has operated in the UAE for 15 years and offers masters programmes to well-qualified individuals with solid business experience. Expect a UK curriculum and international student body.

New York UniversityAbu Dhabi 02 628 4000 nyuad.nyu.edu


Overview NYU Abu Dhabi is a liberal arts and science cam-pus, operated by a major American research university. It’s currently located in downtown Abu Dhabi but is set to move to the Marina District of Saadiyat Island, in the fall of 2014. English is the language of choice, but students can enquire about a select number of alternative literature and language courses. Sports-lovers should also check out their athletics facilities and team sports clubs.

Curriculum French Number of students 600

Overview A French curriculum is in play at this international university. Bachelor degrees and masters are both available, taught in English or French. What’s more, for Emiratis or other nationalities wanting to master the French language, Paris Sorbonne offer an intensive language program which claims to create fluent speakers within one to two years.

Paris Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi 02 509 0555 sorbonne.ae

Skyline University

College University City of Sharjah, Sharjah 06 544 1155 skylineuniversity.com

Curriculum USNumber of students Info on request

Overview Established in 1990, Skyline moved to its current state-of-the-art campus in the University City of Sharjah in 2006. Spread across 40 acres of land, the campus can accommodate an abundance of academic and extra-curric-ular activities alike. Prospective students can check out their range of under- and post-graduate programmes as well as its English Language Centre and short course options – all of which follow a US curriculum.

Curriculum UAENumber of students 8,000

Overview Students can undertake studies at diploma, bachelor and masters here and choose from an array of disciplines, including liberal arts and culture, social sciences, Islamic law, dentistry, medicine – and more. Built upon Is-lamic design, the uni is made-up of 14 colleges and, as well as its academic facilities, has theatres, clubs and libraries as well as separate residential facilities for male and female students.

University of SharjahSharjah, 06 558 5000sharjah.ac.ae

Sharjah


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Overview Zayed University has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Knowledge Village, Dubai, where it teaches UAE nationals and international students alike. Bachelor degrees in arts and sciences, business, communication and media, educa-tion and IT are all options, as well as masters degrees, all of which are taught in English. When it comes to which campus to attend, it’s worth noting that Abu Dhabi South campus is for women only and Abu Dhabi North is purely for men.

Zayed University Abu Dhabi 02 445 3300 zu.ac.ae

Curriculum UK Number of students 200+

Strathclyde University Business School Abu Dhabi Campus 02 404 8546 Dubai Campus 04 208 9281strath.ae

Overview This triple-accredited business school (AMBA, EQ-UIS, AACSB) is said to be one of Europe’s leading providers of business and management education. It has operated in the UAE for 15 years and offers masters programmes to well-qualified individuals with solid business experience. Expect a UK curriculum and international student body.

New York UniversityAbu Dhabi 02 628 4000 nyuad.nyu.edu


Overview NYU Abu Dhabi is a liberal arts and science cam-pus, operated by a major American research university. It’s currently located in downtown Abu Dhabi but is set to move to the Marina District of Saadiyat Island, in the fall of 2014. English is the language of choice, but students can enquire about a select number of alternative literature and language courses. Sports-lovers should also check out their athletics facilities and team sports clubs.

Curriculum French Number of students 600

Overview A French curriculum is in play at this international university. Bachelor degrees and masters are both available, taught in English or French. What’s more, for Emiratis or other nationalities wanting to master the French language, Paris Sorbonne offer an intensive language program which claims to create fluent speakers within one to two years.

Paris Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi 02 509 0555 sorbonne.ae

Skyline University

College University City of Sharjah, Sharjah 06 544 1155 skylineuniversity.com

Curriculum USNumber of students Info on request

Overview Established in 1990, Skyline moved to its current state-of-the-art campus in the University City of Sharjah in 2006. Spread across 40 acres of land, the campus can accommodate an abundance of academic and extra-curric-ular activities alike. Prospective students can check out their range of under- and post-graduate programmes as well as its English Language Centre and short course options – all of which follow a US curriculum.


Overview Students can undertake studies at diploma, bachelor and masters here and choose from an array of disciplines, including liberal arts and culture, social sciences, Islamic law, dentistry, medicine – and more. Built upon Is-lamic design, the uni is made-up of 14 colleges and, as well as its academic facilities, has theatres, clubs and libraries as well as separate residential facilities for male and female students.

University of SharjahSharjah, 06 558 5000sharjah.ac.ae

Sharjah


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Cass Business School Dubai Dubai 04 401 9316 cass.city.ac.uk

Curriculum UKNumber of students 65

Overview With its main university in London, Cass practices a UK curriculum and can offer students in Dubai a two-year business MBA, accredited by the Association of MBAs and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). The course is taught in a monthly block weekend format, from Thursday to Sunday, to allow busy professionals time to work and study. Students can take advantage of its London connections by taking electives at the UK campus.

Curriculum CanadianNumber of students N/A

Overview The University of Waterloo brings the same high standard of educational standards its renowned for in Canada to the UAE, offering students the opportunity to be taught by experienced Waterloo engineering and mathematics professors direct from the Canadian campus and to alternate on-the-job training with traditional in-class learning. The result is a superb education interwoven with real-world relevance.

University of WaterlooDubai Academic CityDubai04 403 8452uae.uwaterloo.ca

Pune University Dubai Al BurairatRas Al Khamiah07 227 6531uop-rak.com

Curriculum Indian Number of students 250

Overview Pune’s UAE campus is based in Ras Al Khaimah, approximately 80km from Dubai. It offers postgraduate programmes, covering financial engineering, management and science as well as expanding technology, manage-ment and communication sectors. The university attracts an international student base.


American University RAKAl Hudaibah,

Ras Al Khaimah,07 2210 500aurak.ae

Overview The American University of Ras Al Khaimah was established in 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, with a view to providing high quality American-style education to students in Ras Al Khaimah and the world. The accredited programmes offered are: BS in Biotechnology, BS in Business Adminis-tration, BS in Electronics & Communications Engineering, BS in Computer Engineering and an English Language Programme.

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Preston University AjmanCollege Street Al NaeymiyahAjman06 746 9555preston.ae


Overview Preston University, Ajman, was established in 2001 and offers a large range of both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. The programmes are designed to be flexible, mixing coursework with supervised study and incorporating traditional and innovative teaching techniques.


Ajman University of

Science and Technology Ajman Campus346 Ajman - 06 748 2222Fujeirah Campus 2202 Fujeirah - 09 222 2644ajman.ac.ae

Overview This twin campus institution – there’s one in Fujeirah and another in Ajman – offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes – in subjects that range from BA in Radio/TV and Doctor of Dental Surgery (undergraduate) to MBA and Master of Law (postgraduate).


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