Citizens School
About
Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Website
Address
City Walk, Al Satwa, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
14 ProgrammesNursery (0-1)
1 year / ECC
Early Childhood Centre for ages 0-1. Nurturing care and early developmental activities in a purpose-built nursery environment.
Nursery (1-2)
1 year / ECC
Early Childhood Centre for ages 1-2. Sensory exploration and early communication development through play-based activities.
Nursery (2-3)
1 year / ECC
Early Childhood Centre for ages 2-3. Building independence, social skills, and school readiness through structured play.
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based learning following the EYFS framework with the Citizens Future Framework threads.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Developing literacy, numeracy, and personal skills in preparation for Key Stage 1.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects with the Citizens Future Framework integrating entrepreneurship, sustainability, and digital literacy.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery (0-1) | ECC | 0-1 | 42,150 | - |
| Nursery (1-2) | ECC | 1-2 | 42,150 | - |
| Nursery (2-3) | ECC | 2-3 | 42,150 | - |
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 45,000 | 40,500 |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 55,000 | 49,500 |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 65,000 | 58,500 |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 75,000 | 67,500 |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 75,000 | 67,500 |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 80,000 | 64,000 |
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Fees are inclusive of educational resources. Parents must provide a personal device from Year 1 onwards. Transportation, field trips, and extra-curricular activities are additional costs.
Payment Information
Non-refundable registration fee, deducted from first term fees
Required to secure a place at the time of admission
Cash, cheque, credit card, bank transfer. 10 monthly payment option also available.
- Registration fee of AED 2,500 is non-refundable
- Full refund minus registration fee if withdrawal is before the start of the academic year
- Pro-rata refund based on remaining term if withdrawal is during the term with required notice
- One term written notice required for withdrawal
KHDA Rating
2024–2025| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — April 2025
Curriculum
The Early Childhood Centre provides a nurturing, play-based environment for children from 6 months to 3 years. Activities focus on sensory exploration, early communication, motor skills development, and building social-emotional foundations in a safe, purpose-built setting.
Teaching Approach
Child-led, play-based learning in small groups with high adult-to-child ratios. Focus on individual developmental milestones and building secure attachments.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
The EYFS programme follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage framework, enriched by the Citizens Future Framework. Children develop across seven areas of learning through a balance of adult-led and child-initiated activities, building the foundations for lifelong learning.
Teaching Approach
Play-based, inquiry-driven learning with the Future Framework threads (Entrepreneurship, Digital Literacy, Sustainability, Wellbeing, Global Citizenship, Growth Mindset) woven throughout.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Key Stage 1 delivers the English National Curriculum with a strong emphasis on core literacy and numeracy, enhanced by the Citizens Future Framework. Students begin using personal devices and engage in project-based learning with real-world connections.
Teaching Approach
Mentor-guided, project-based learning with personal devices from Year 1. Cross-curricular approach integrating entrepreneurship, sustainability, and digital literacy.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Sports & Recreation
Six-Lane Swimming Pool
Semi-enclosed six-lane swimming pool for lessons, squads, and competitive events
FIFA/World Rugby-Standard Pitches
Full-size artificial turf pitches meeting FIFA and World Rugby standards
Padel Courts
Dedicated padel tennis courts for students and after-school programmes
Social Gym
Fitness and social space for physical activity and wellbeing
2,900 sqm Recreation Area
Large outdoor recreation area for play, sports days, and community events
Academic
STEM Labs
Purpose-built STEM laboratories for science, technology, engineering, and maths projects
Production Studio
Digital production suite for film-making, podcasting, photography, and media projects
Library
Well-resourced library supporting independent reading and research across all age groups
Learning Environment Studios
Open-plan, flexible learning spaces designed for collaborative and project-based work
Creative Arts
Music Room
Dedicated music space with instruments for individual and group music lessons
Performing Arts Hall
1,250 sqm performing arts hall for drama, dance, productions, and assemblies
Student Life
Wellbeing Centre
Dedicated centre for student wellbeing, counselling, and pastoral care
Greenhouse
On-campus greenhouse supporting sustainability curriculum and environmental projects
Hangout Hub
Social and collaborative space for students to relax and connect outside of lessons
Cafeteria
Modern cafeteria offering healthy meal options for all age groups
Nursery Centre
Purpose-built early childhood centre for children aged 6 months to 3 years
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Dr. Adil Alzarooni
Founder & Chairman
Founder of Citizens School and Chairman of the Board of Governors. Visionary behind the Citizens Future Framework and the school's mission to revolutionise education in the UAE.
Hisham Hodroge
CEO
Chief Executive Officer with nearly 20 years of experience in education leadership, overseeing the strategic direction and operations of Citizens School.
David Lees
Principal
Appointed Principal in April 2024. Leads the academic vision, school culture, and day-to-day leadership of Citizens School.
Donal O'Callaghan
Vice Principal (Secondary)
Vice Principal responsible for the secondary phase, overseeing curriculum delivery, student progress, and pastoral care for Years 7-9.
Nagham Naamani
Vice Principal (Primary)
Vice Principal leading the primary phase, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across Foundation Stage and Key Stages 1-2.
Ursula Zeitouny
Operations Director
Director of Operations managing admissions, facilities, transport, finance, and day-to-day operational management of the school.