Dubai Carmel School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Urdu
Phone
Website
Address
54 Amman Street, Al Nahda 2, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
15 ProgrammesFS1
1 year / Pre-Primary
Foundation Stage 1 — Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
FS2
1 year / Pre-Primary
Foundation Stage 2 — Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Year 1
1 year / Primary
Year 1 — Key Stage 1, UK National Curriculum.
Year 2
1 year / Primary
Year 2 — Key Stage 1, UK National Curriculum.
Year 3
1 year / Primary
Year 3 — Key Stage 2, UK National Curriculum.
Year 4
1 year / Primary
Year 4 — Key Stage 2, UK National Curriculum.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 8,912 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 8,912 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 9,059 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 9,285 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 9,434 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 9,584 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 9,584 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 9,584 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 10,931 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 11,682 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 14-15 | 12,430 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 15-16 | 13,027 | - |
| Year 12 | KS5 (AS/A Level) | 16-17 | 13,627 | - |
| Year 13 | KS5 (AS/A Level) | 17-18 | 15,124 | - |
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Payment Information
Fees are payable in a maximum of 3 instalments. Total annual cost including books and uniforms ranges from AED 12,266 to AED 19,506.
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — November 2023
Curriculum
Early Years Foundation Stage following the UK EYFS framework adapted for the UAE context. Play-based learning developing communication, language, literacy, mathematics, and personal development. Dedicated indoor and outdoor learning environments for the Foundation Stage.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with structured activities. Focus on developing foundational skills in communication, language, and mathematics through exploration and discovery.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
UK National Curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2, leading to Cambridge Primary Checkpoint at Year 6. Core academics with Arabic (First Language and Additional Language), Islamic Education, and Moral Education per UAE MoE requirements. French and Urdu offered as additional languages. Cambridge Primary assessments track progress.
Teaching Approach
Structured UK National Curriculum delivery with Cambridge Primary assessment framework. Emphasis on literacy development and subject-specific teaching from upper primary years.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
UK National Curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4. Cambridge Checkpoint at Year 9 followed by Cambridge IGCSE examinations in Years 10-11. Broad subject range with increasing specialisation. Innovation Club integrating entrepreneurship, Design & Technology, Mathematics and Physics. Career guidance and university preparation.
Teaching Approach
Subject specialisation with Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE examination preparation. Innovation Club develops entrepreneurship, teamwork, problem-solving, and commercial awareness.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Campus on 54 Amman Street, Al Nahda 2, Dubai. Originally founded in 1990 in two small villas in Jumeirah before relocating to the current Al Nahda site. Functional campus serving approximately 900 students from FS1 through Year 13.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Physics, chemistry, and biology labs equipped with modern scientific instruments and apparatus.
Computer Lab
High-tech computer lab with latest software for ICT and digital literacy.
Library
Central school library headed by an experienced librarian, supporting research and reading.
Sports & Recreation
Swimming Pool
On-campus swimming pool for lessons and recreational swimming.
Gymnasium
Gymnasium for PE lessons, gymnastics, and fitness activities.
Multi-Purpose Hall
Indoor hall for badminton, basketball, table tennis, and school events.
Outdoor Playground
Outdoor play area for football, volleyball, and recreational activities.
Health & Welfare
Medical Clinic
On-site medical clinic providing first aid and health support.
General
Cafeteria
School cafeteria providing nutritious and healthy meals.
Interactive Classrooms
Classrooms equipped with projectors and interactive boards for enhanced learning.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Alia Yahya Al Yahya
Principal
Founding Principal of Dubai Carmel School since 1990. Has led the school for over 35 years, establishing it as a British curriculum school enriched by Islamic values, serving approximately 900 students from over 60 nationalities in Al Nahda 2, Dubai.