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IB Schools in Dubai
Dubai is the regional hub for the International Baccalaureate, from the Primary Years Programme through to the IB Diploma. Compare every authorised IB school in the emirate below by fees, rating and reviews.
31Institutions
20K–138KFee range · AED
IB, BritishTop curricula
DubaiMost common emirate
All 31 institutions
Fees at a glance
| School | Curriculum | Annual fees from | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown International School | IB | AED 38,938 | Very Good |
| Universal American School | American | AED 40,377 | Very Good |
| The Aquila School | British | AED 48,673 | Good |
| Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai | IB | AED 60,834 | Very Good |
| Sunmarke School | British | AED 54,104 | Very Good |
| Repton School Dubai | British | AED 57,178 | Outstanding |
| Raffles World Academy | IB | AED 33,544 | Very Good |
| Philadelphia Private School | American | AED 19,517 | Good |
| Nord Anglia International School Dubai | British | AED 69,625 | Outstanding |
| North London Collegiate School Dubai | IB | AED 79,351 | Very Good |
Fees shown are annual starting tuition from official school fee schedules; ratings come from KHDA, ADEK, SPEA and other regulator publications. Updated 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- How many IB schools are there in Dubai?
- Talem lists 31 IB curriculum schools in Dubai, ranging from full three-programme World Schools to schools offering the Diploma alongside another curriculum.
- What is the IB Diploma?
- A two-year pre-university programme scored out of 45, taken at 16 to 18. It is highly regarded by universities worldwide for its breadth and academic rigour.
- Are IB schools in Dubai expensive?
- IB schools sit at the premium end, and many charge above AED 70,000 a year for the Diploma years, though more accessible options exist. Compare full fee structures on each profile.