The City School International Dubai
About
Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Plot #416-1297, Nad Al Hamar, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
8 ProgrammesPre-KG / FS1
1 year / pre_k
Foundation Stage 1 for ages 3-4. Early Years Foundation Stage with play-based learning.
KG1 / FS2
1 year / pre_k
Foundation Stage 2 for ages 4-5. Enhanced EYFS with structured literacy and numeracy.
KG2 / Year 1
1 year / primary
Key Stage 1 first year. Transition to formal National Curriculum instruction.
Year 2-4
3 years / primary
Key Stage 1-2. Core curriculum with Arabic, Islamic Studies, and enrichment activities.
Year 5-9
5 years / secondary
Key Stage 2-3. Subject-specialist teaching with broadened curriculum. IGCSE option choices in Year 9.
Year 10 (IGCSE)
1 year / secondary
Key Stage 4 first year. Cambridge IGCSE programme begins.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG / FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 14,781 | - |
| KG1 / FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 15,087 | - |
| KG2 / Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 16,460 | - |
| Year 2-4 | KS1-KS2 | 6-9 | 16,460 | - |
| Year 5-9 | KS2-KS3 | 9-14 | 17,833 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 14-15 | 22,220 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 15-16 | 26,746 | - |
| Year 12-13 | KS5 (AS/A-Level) | 16-18 | 35,694 | - |
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Part of City School Holdings International with affiliated schools in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Oman. Dubai campus established 2006. Modified British National Curriculum adapted to UAE MOE requirements.
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Curriculum
UK Early Years Foundation Stage with play-based learning. Arabic exposure from Foundation Stage. Part of international school network with 45+ year educational legacy.
Teaching Approach
Play-based EYFS adapted to UAE MOE requirements. Small class sizes with 1:12 teacher-student ratio.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Modified British National Curriculum adapted to UAE Ministry of Education requirements. Arabic as a core subject with Islamic Education. KHDA rates English, Mathematics, and Science as Very Good at primary level.
Teaching Approach
National Curriculum with UAE adaptations. Very Good academic outcomes in core subjects at primary. Thursday morning clubs and support classes. House system competitions.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Cambridge IGCSE programme. Very Good ratings in English, Mathematics, and Science at secondary level. MUN, debate club, and Young Entrepreneurs competitions. Inter-house and inter-school sporting competitions.
Teaching Approach
Cambridge IGCSE with subject specialists. Very Good academic performance across core subjects. Science and ICT labs. Swimming pool and gymnasium access.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Villa-style two-storey campus in Nad Al Hamar with swimming pool, gymnasium, two libraries, science and ICT laboratories, basketball courts, expansive play areas with shaded zones, and canteen. Compact but well-equipped campus serving the local community.
Academic
Science Labs
Science laboratories for practical experiments.
ICT Labs
Computer and technology learning labs.
2 Libraries
Two well-stocked libraries for all age groups.
Sports & Recreation
Swimming Pool
Swimming pool for PE and swimming lessons.
Gymnasium
Well-equipped gymnasium with indoor sports facilities.
Basketball Courts
Outdoor basketball courts for PE and competitions.
Playgrounds
Expansive play areas with shaded zones for recreation.
General
Canteen
On-campus canteen/cafeteria.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Jumana Shehadeh
Principal
Principal of The City School International Dubai. Leads the school's British curriculum programme with focus on educating the whole child — developing strengths while preparing independent, responsible citizens.