Deira Private School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Website
Address
32 Street, Al Twar 3, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
11 ProgrammesFoundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based learning with a dedicated nursery wing, separate entrance, outdoor play area, biking track, and indoor gym.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Preparing children for Key Stage 1 through structured play, early literacy, and numeracy development.
Year 1
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science alongside creative and physical education.
Year 2
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7. Building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and independent learning.
Year 3
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8. Broader curriculum including humanities, languages, art, and specialist teaching.
Year 4
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Developing research skills, critical thinking, and deeper subject knowledge with STEM integration.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 22,867 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 22,867 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 25,213 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 25,213 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 25,213 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 31,077 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 31,077 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 35,739 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 41,147 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 41,147 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 41,147 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| 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) — February 2024
Curriculum
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Learning through play, exploration, and structured activities in a dedicated nursery wing with separate entrance, outdoor play area, biking track, indoor gym, and atelier. Specialist teaching in Art, Music, and Physical Education.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with specialist facilities. Separate FS1 nursery wing with dedicated outdoor and indoor spaces. Mud kitchen and biking track for experiential learning.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Core academic subjects alongside specialist-taught foundation subjects. National Curriculum for England enriched with Cambridge International Programmes. Arabic Language, Islamic Education, and Moral Education as per UAE Ministry requirements.
Teaching Approach
Structured teaching following the National Curriculum for England. AI-based learning through Century Tech digital platform. Focus on developing core literacy and numeracy skills.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Broader curriculum with deepening subject knowledge and Cambridge International Programmes enrichment. STEM labs, Food & Design Technology Room, and Outdoor Eco-Science Lab provide hands-on learning opportunities. French language introduced. Organic farm and forest garden support environmental education.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with Cambridge enrichment. STEM integration through dedicated labs. Outdoor learning via eco-science lab, organic farm, and forest garden. Digital learning platforms including Century Tech.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Well-equipped campus in Al Twar 3 with 12 specialist rooms, dedicated STEM and science labs, creative arts studios, and extensive outdoor learning spaces including an organic farm and forest garden. The school features a separate FS1 nursery wing with its own entrance and facilities.
Academic
STEM Labs
Dedicated STEM laboratories for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics projects and experiments.
Science Laboratory
Specialist science lab for physics, chemistry, and biology practicals.
ICT Suite
Fully equipped computer suite with Century Tech AI-based learning platform.
Library
Well-resourced library with outdoor reading rotunda for independent study.
Food & Design Technology Room
Specialist room for food technology and design projects.
Sensory Mindfulness Room
Dedicated sensory and mindfulness space supporting student wellbeing and students of determination.
Green Recording Studio
In-school recording studio for media, podcasting, and digital content creation.
Auditorium
School auditorium for assemblies, performances, and community events.
Sports & Recreation
Football Pitch
Outdoor football pitch for PE lessons, training, and competitive matches.
Gymnasium
Indoor gymnasium for PE, team sports, and fitness activities.
Multi-Purpose Sports Room
Indoor sports room with wall climbing feature for diverse physical activities.
Cricket Practice Nets
Outdoor cricket nets for practice sessions and coaching.
Yoga Studio
Dedicated yoga and wellness studio for mindfulness and physical wellbeing.
Climbing Frames & Playground
Outdoor climbing frames and play equipment for active recreation.
Creative & Performing Arts
Art Studio & Atelier
Specialist art studio and atelier space for drawing, painting, sculpture, and creative projects.
Music Lounge
Dedicated music space for lessons, practice, and performances.
Dance & Drama Studio
Combined dance and drama studio for performing arts education and productions.
Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Eco-Science Lab
Open-air science lab for hands-on environmental experiments and field studies.
Organic Farm & Forest Garden
School organic farm and forest garden for sustainability education, biology, and environmental science.
Outdoor Reading Rotunda
Covered outdoor reading area connected to the library for reading in natural surroundings.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Internationally diverse; largest group is Indian
Senior Leadership
Muhammad Afzal Maqsood Ahmad
Principal
Leads Deira Private School, overseeing the delivery of the British National Curriculum enriched with Cambridge International Programmes. Focuses on character education and creating a Happy School environment.
Lisa Such
Vice Principal (FS & KS1)
Oversees Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 divisions, ensuring effective early years and primary provision.
Anne Morris
Vice Principal (Academic Quality Assurance, KS2 & KS3)
Leads academic quality assurance across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, ensuring curriculum standards and teaching effectiveness.
Tarek Ahmed Mohamed
Vice Principal (Curriculum, Data & Assessments)
Oversees curriculum development, data analysis, and assessment practices across all phases. Supports Arabic, Islamic, and Moral Education departments.