Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Latin
Phone
Website
Address
Al Sufouh 2, PO Box 837, Dubai, UAE
1 year / KS3
Lower School entry year for ages 11-12. Broad-based curriculum including English, Mathematics, Science, Arabic, French or Spanish, Geography, History, UAE Social Studies, Music, PE, Drama, Art, Design & Technology, Computer Science, and Digital Skills.
1 year / KS3
Lower School for ages 12-13. Continuation of the broad curriculum with increasing depth across all subjects.
1 year / KS3 / GCSE
Lower School for ages 13-14. Students begin GCSE studies in the three sciences and gain the option to study Latin alongside the full curriculum.
1 year / KS4 (GCSE)
Middle School for ages 14-15. Students complete 10 GCSEs: core subjects (English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, three Sciences, Arabic) plus 4 option subjects from humanities, languages, and creative disciplines.
1 year / KS4 (GCSE)
Middle School for ages 15-16. Final GCSE examination year. Students complete their 10 GCSE qualifications across core and option subjects.
1 year / Sixth Form (A-Level)
Sixth Form entry year for ages 16-17. Most students study 4 A-Level subjects chosen from 20 available options including Sciences, Mathematics, Humanities, Languages, and Creative Arts.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 97,415 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 97,415 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 97,415 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (GCSE) | 14-15 | 97,415 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (GCSE) | 15-16 | 97,415 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form | 16-17 | 110,305 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form | 17-18 | 110,305 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
Dubai College is a not-for-profit school. All revenue is reinvested into school operations and student programmes.
Payable in advance at the start of each term. Monthly installment plans available via the Bursar.
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | N/A | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | N/A | V. GoodVery Good |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | N/A | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | N/A | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Broad-based curriculum following the English National Curriculum. Students study a comprehensive range of subjects with increasing specialisation. In Year 9, students begin GCSE studies in the three sciences and gain the option to study Latin.
Teaching Approach
Broad-based approach with specialist subject teaching. Students experience a wide curriculum before narrowing options at GCSE.
All students complete 10 GCSEs. Core subjects are mandatory alongside 4 optional subjects selected from humanities, languages, and creative disciplines. GCSE Arabic is compulsory for all students until end of Year 11. Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) available, worth half a GCSE.
Teaching Approach
Compulsory core of 6 subjects plus 4 options. Students typically achieve 10 GCSEs. 95% of grades at 9–7.
Students choose from 20 A-Level subjects. Most begin with 4 A-Levels in Year 12, reducing to 3 by Year 13. Games remain compulsory. Arab-nationality students must continue Arabic A. Record 75% A*–A at A-Level in 2024.
Teaching Approach
Students typically study 3–4 A-Levels. University guidance and career counselling integrated. Games compulsory throughout.
19-acre purpose-built campus in Al Sufouh, Dubai. One of the largest school campuses in the city, featuring The SPACE (Sports and Performing Arts Centre of Excellence, opened 2020), the C Hub (completed 2023), and extensive outdoor playing fields.
Specialist science block with 21 laboratories surrounding a central atrium, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Dedicated computing suites for curriculum and computational education.
Spacious art studios located on the top floor of the C Hub with gallery space.
Three fully equipped workshops, including two for A-Level work.
Teaching and recital areas with 12 practice rooms and a recording studio.
Comprehensive library housed in the C Hub with a wide range of books and digital resources.
Standalone building with written and audio-visual resources and a Harkness discussion room.
Houses French, Spanish, and Arabic departments plus Islamic Studies.
Three-storey building (2023) with central atrium, Maths department, Harkness rooms, DC Studios, Art studios, gallery, library, and cafeteria.
275 individual study bays with collaboration rooms and a common area for Sixth Form students.
Large indoor sports hall with spectator seating, located in The SPACE.
Five-lane 25-metre pool with 300-seat spectator area and electronic touch timing system.
Latest gym equipment, spinning room with 25 bikes, and multi-purpose fitness studio.
All-weather multi-use games area on the second floor of The SPACE.
First-class grass pitches with cricket nets and seating.
All-weather floodlit hard courts for netball and tennis.
Houses changing rooms, medical facilities, and spectator seating.
Used for whole-school assemblies, annual productions, music performances, and visiting speakers.
Used for year group assemblies, society meetings, and visiting speakers.
Three drama studios in The SPACE, one configurable as a 150-seat Black Box Theatre.
Predominantly British-qualified teachers
Headmaster
Joined Dubai College as Headmaster in January 2025. Previously Deputy Head at Aiglon College, Switzerland. Holds an MBA in Educational Leadership from UCL.
Deputy Head — Learning
Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. Long-serving member of the SLT, also teaches Geography.
Deputy Head — Pastoral & DSL
Designated Safeguarding Lead. Also teaches Physical Education.
Deputy Head — Character
Joined as part of the 2025 SLT restructure. Previously Secondary Headteacher at Sharjah English School. Also teaches Geography.
Assistant Head — Learning
Promoted from Head of PE at Dubai College. Focuses on innovation and research in teaching.
Assistant Head — Wellbeing & Inclusion, Acting Head of Sixth Form
Educational Systems Director
Also teaches Physics. Oversees assessment, reporting, and student progress systems.
Bursar
Responsible for school finances, operations, and non-academic staffing.
Dubai College
AED 97,415 - 110,305/yr