Dubai College
About
Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Latin
Phone
Website
Address
Al Sufouh 2, PO Box 837, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
7 ProgrammesYear 7
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.
Year 8
1 year / KS3
Lower School for ages 12-13. Continuation of the broad curriculum with increasing depth across all subjects.
Year 9
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.
Year 10
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.
Year 11
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.
Year 12
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.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
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 | - |
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Dubai College is a not-for-profit school. All revenue is reinvested into school operations and student programmes.
Payment Information
Payable in advance at the start of each term. Monthly installment plans available via the Bursar.
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| 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
Curriculum
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.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
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.
Core Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
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.
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
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.
Academic
Science Block — 21 Laboratories
Specialist science block with 21 laboratories surrounding a central atrium, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
10 ICT & Computing Labs
Dedicated computing suites for curriculum and computational education.
4 Art Studios
Spacious art studios located on the top floor of the C Hub with gallery space.
Design & Technology Suites
Three fully equipped workshops, including two for A-Level work.
Music Centre
Teaching and recital areas with 12 practice rooms and a recording studio.
Bridgman Library
Comprehensive library housed in the C Hub with a wide range of books and digital resources.
English Block
Standalone building with written and audio-visual resources and a Harkness discussion room.
Modern Foreign Languages Block
Houses French, Spanish, and Arabic departments plus Islamic Studies.
C Hub
Three-storey building (2023) with central atrium, Maths department, Harkness rooms, DC Studios, Art studios, gallery, library, and cafeteria.
Sixth Form Centre
275 individual study bays with collaboration rooms and a common area for Sixth Form students.
Sports & Recreation
Double-Width Sports Hall
Large indoor sports hall with spectator seating, located in The SPACE.
25m Swimming Pool
Five-lane 25-metre pool with 300-seat spectator area and electronic touch timing system.
Fitness Studio
Latest gym equipment, spinning room with 25 bikes, and multi-purpose fitness studio.
MUGA (Multi-Use Games Area)
All-weather multi-use games area on the second floor of The SPACE.
Rugby, Football & Cricket Pitches
First-class grass pitches with cricket nets and seating.
4 Floodlit Netball & Tennis Courts
All-weather floodlit hard courts for netball and tennis.
Sports Pavilion
Houses changing rooms, medical facilities, and spectator seating.
Performance & Events
900-Seat Auditorium
Used for whole-school assemblies, annual productions, music performances, and visiting speakers.
160-Seat Lecture Theatre
Used for year group assemblies, society meetings, and visiting speakers.
3 Drama Studios (Black Box Theatre)
Three drama studios in The SPACE, one configurable as a 150-seat Black Box Theatre.
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Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Predominantly British-qualified teachers
Senior Leadership
Tomas Duckling
Headmaster
Joined Dubai College as Headmaster in January 2025. Previously Deputy Head at Aiglon College, Switzerland. Holds an MBA in Educational Leadership from UCL.
Dee Saran
Deputy Head — Learning
Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. Long-serving member of the SLT, also teaches Geography.
Deborah Jones
Deputy Head — Pastoral & DSL
Designated Safeguarding Lead. Also teaches Physical Education.
Tony Piper
Deputy Head — Character
Joined as part of the 2025 SLT restructure. Previously Secondary Headteacher at Sharjah English School. Also teaches Geography.
Ed Mosley
Assistant Head — Learning
Promoted from Head of PE at Dubai College. Focuses on innovation and research in teaching.
Bobby Trivic
Assistant Head — Wellbeing & Inclusion, Acting Head of Sixth Form
Gill Hodder
Educational Systems Director
Also teaches Physics. Oversees assessment, reporting, and student progress systems.
Ben Blackwood
Bursar
Responsible for school finances, operations, and non-academic staffing.