Al Ghaf Private School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Al Muntazah Complex, Jebel Ali Village, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
10 ProgrammesFoundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. IEYC framework with play-based learning across seven developmental areas including communication, literacy, and mathematical development.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Continued IEYC framework preparing children for transition to Key Stage 1 through structured play, exploration, and creative thinking.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. English National Curriculum with IPC integration. Core subjects English, Mathematics, Science alongside foundation subjects and STEAM Lab access.
Year 2
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7. Building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and independent learning with Master Phonics programme.
Year 3
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8. Broader curriculum with deeper subject focus, STEAM Lab projects, and introduction of French and Spanish.
Year 4
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Developing critical thinking and problem-solving through cross-curricular links and STEAM activities including robotics.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 35,000 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 35,000 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 43,500 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 43,500 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 47,500 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 48,500 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 48,500 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 49,500 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 49,500 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 51,000 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | WeakWeak | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | WeakWeak | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Curriculum
Follows the International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC) framework. Learning through play, exploration, and creative and critical thinking across seven developmental areas. Child-centred approach with small class sizes.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning through exploring, being active, and creative and critical thinking. IEYC framework with child-centred approach and small class sizes.
Core Subjects
English National Curriculum with International Primary Curriculum (IPC) integration. Core subjects alongside foundation subjects with Master Phonics programme. STEAM Lab access from Year 1 with hands-on materials exploration.
Teaching Approach
English National Curriculum with IPC integration. Master Phonics programme for literacy. STEAM Lab for hands-on science and engineering. Life Skills programme with small groups, role-play, games, and debates.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
English National Curriculum with deeper subject specialisation. STEAM Lab projects including robotics (Year 4+). French and Spanish introduced as modern foreign languages alongside mandatory Arabic. Moral Education and UAE Social Studies integrated. Science develops into separate disciplines in KS3.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with cross-curricular links. STEAM Lab with robotics and programming. Life Skills programme developing ten core competencies through dynamic teaching methods. IPC thematic units integrated with English National Curriculum.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Campus located in Al Muntazah Complex, Jebel Ali Village, Dubai. Small school environment described as a big house with a big family. Features distinct Kindergarten and Primary classrooms with specialist rooms for STEAM, ICT, art, and music.
Academic
Classrooms
Large classrooms with distinct Kindergarten and Primary sections, designed for small class sizes.
STEAM Lab
Dedicated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics lab with hands-on resources including robotics and Lego programming.
Computing & ICT Room
Specialist room for computing, coding, and ICT instruction.
Library & Learning Centre
Library and learning resource centre for independent study and research.
Science Laboratory
Specialist science lab for hands-on experiments and investigations.
Special Needs Resource Area
Dedicated space for inclusion support and specialised learning resources.
Sports & Recreation
External Play Spaces
Outdoor play areas and courtyard spaces for recreation and physical activities.
Internal Courtyard
Enclosed courtyard area for outdoor learning and social activities.
Arts & Performance
Art Room
Specialist art room for visual arts, drawing, painting, and creative expression.
Music Room
Specialist music room for instrumental, vocal, and composition instruction.
Support Services
Canteen & Kitchen
On-site kitchen and catering facilities for student meals.
Clinic & Prayer Rooms
One clinic and two prayer rooms for student wellbeing and spiritual needs.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Dominic Michael Vipond
Principal
Principal of Al Ghaf Private School. Leads the school's vision for personalised, holistic education with 21st century life skills.
Robert Turner
Head Teacher
Chloe Boughton
Head of EYFS / KS1
Asmaa Elsherbiny
Head of Arabic Department