Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Springs 3, Emirates Hills, Dubai, UAE
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based learning following the EYFS framework at the new Islands Campus with dedicated early years facilities.
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Preparing children for the transition to Key Stage 1 through structured play and early literacy at the Islands Campus.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6 at the Islands Campus. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science alongside creative and physical education.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7 at the Islands Campus. Building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and independent learning.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8 at the main Emirates Hills campus. Broader curriculum including humanities, languages, and specialist teaching.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Developing research skills, critical thinking, and deeper subject knowledge.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 53,027 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 53,027 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 53,027 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 53,027 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 60,608 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 60,608 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 60,608 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 60,608 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 71,976 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 71,976 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 71,976 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (I/GCSE) | 14-15 | 71,976 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (I/GCSE) | 15-16 | 71,976 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form | 16-17 | 79,541 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form | 17-18 | 79,541 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
Taaleem school. Employee discounts may also apply.
One-time, non-refundable. Includes 5% VAT.
Bank transfer. Credit card installment options available.
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework at the new Islands Campus. Play-based learning in dedicated early years facilities with outdoor play areas, swimming pool, and multipurpose hall.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with specialist teachers. Small class sizes of 22-23 with learning assistants. Dedicated Islands Campus from 2025.
English National Curriculum for ages 5-7 at the Islands Campus. Core academic subjects alongside foundation subjects with maximum class sizes of 27.
Teaching Approach
Broad curriculum with specialist subject teaching. Transition from play-based EYFS to more structured instruction.
English National Curriculum at the main Emirates Hills campus. Broader subject range with access to STEAM garden, science labs, and specialist facilities. Maximum class sizes of 27.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with STEAM integration. Access to specialist labs and creative studios at the main campus.
Two-campus school in Emirates Hills, Dubai. The main campus (3-floor teaching block in Springs 3) serves Years 3-13, while the new Islands Campus (opened August 2025, 300m away in Jumeirah Islands) serves Rising 3s through Year 2. Managed by Taaleem.
Newly refurbished specialist labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with collaborative workspaces.
Dedicated computing suites for curriculum and specialist digital skills teaching.
Integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths resource area including art studio, pottery studio, DT workshop, and food technology room.
Specialist creative arts space for drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and design.
Fully equipped workshop for practical design, engineering, and food technology projects.
Two music teaching rooms with private practice rooms for instrumental and vocal tuition.
Primary library on the ground floor and secondary library on upper floors with digital resources.
Dedicated common room and extended learning rooms for Sixth Form students with small class environments.
Creative space for project-based learning, design thinking, and 21st-century skills development.
Outdoor fully shaded and temperature-controlled pool for year-round swimming lessons, squads, and galas.
Large multi-purpose indoor hall for gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and school events.
Astroturf field for football, rugby, and cricket.
Outdoor hard court for tennis and basketball.
Dedicated fitness facility for secondary and sixth form students.
Dedicated outdoor play areas for Foundation Stage and primary pupils.
Intimate auditorium with stadium seating for assemblies, drama, productions, and visiting speakers.
Basement-level performing arts space for drama and dance.
Attractive indoor/outdoor canteen and dining area serving meals and snacks.
50+ qualified UK-curriculum teachers. Approximately two-thirds of students are British.
Principal
Appointed as Principal for 2024-25. Leads the school across both Emirates Hills and Islands campuses.
Head of Primary
Head of Secondary
Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral) & Head of Sixth Form
Assistant Headteacher (Whole School)
Assistant Headteacher (Academics)
Head of Foundation Stage
Deputy Head of Primary
Deputy Headteacher — Islands Campus
Head of Inclusion
Head of Arabic and Islamic Subjects
Dubai British School Emirates Hills
AED 53,027 - 79,541/yr