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Dubai International Private School

Dubai
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CurriculumAmerican
GenderMixed
Age Range3 - 18 years
Established1985
Facilities12
KHDA RatingAcceptable
AdmissionOpen
CurriculumAmerican
GenderMixed
Age Range3 - 18 years
Established1985
Facilities12
KHDA RatingAcceptable
AdmissionOpen

About

Founded in 1985, Dubai International Private School (DIPS) is a co-educational American curriculum school in Al Garhoud, Dubai, accredited by NEASC and COGNIA. The school serves over 1,000 students from 55+ nationalities across FS1 to Grade 12. With a 6-lane competitive swimming pool, STEM laboratory, and a dedicated UAE Museum, DIPS emphasises empowering minds and inspiring hearts while adhering to local values and traditions. The school offers AP, SAT, and MAP testing and has graduated over 3,700 students across 35+ cohorts.
AmericanCurriculum
1985Established
1,000+Students
AcceptableKHDA Rating

Inspection Rating

Acceptable-- KHDA

Languages Taught

English, Arabic

Phone

+971 4 282 3524

Email

dischool@dischool.com

Website

www.dipschool.ae

Address

Casablanca Street, Al Garhoud, Dubai, UAE

Programs Offered

15 Programmes

FS 1

1 year / Pre-Primary

AED 14,705/yr

Foundation Stage 1 (Pre-KG) — Early Years American curriculum programme.

KG 1

1 year / Pre-Primary

AED 15,051/yr

Kindergarten 1 — Early Years American curriculum programme.

KG 2

1 year / Pre-Primary

AED 15,051/yr

Kindergarten 2 — Early Years American curriculum programme.

Grade 1

1 year / Primary

AED 15,051/yr

Grade 1 — Elementary level, American curriculum.

Grade 2

1 year / Primary

AED 15,226/yr

Grade 2 — Elementary level, American curriculum.

Grade 3

1 year / Primary

AED 15,400/yr

Grade 3 — Elementary level, American curriculum.

Tuition Fees 2025/26

All fees in AED per academic year

GradeKey StageAgesKHDA FeeSchool Fee
FS 1KG3-414,705-
KG 1KG4-515,051-
KG 2KG5-615,051-
Grade 1Elementary6-715,051-
Grade 2Elementary7-815,226-
Grade 3Elementary8-915,400-
Grade 4Elementary9-1015,400-
Grade 5Elementary10-1115,911-
Grade 6Middle11-1215,911-
Grade 7Middle12-1318,026-
Grade 8Middle13-1418,026-
Grade 9High14-1519,602-
Grade 10High15-1619,777-
Grade 11High16-1721,701-
Grade 12High17-1823,629-

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Fees & Deposits
Application Fee

AED 525 (AED 500 + AED 25 VAT). Refundable only if no place is offered.

AED 525
Registration Deposit
10% of annual tuition (non-refundable, deducted from total fees)
Payment Terms
Term 1
40%
Term 2
30%
Term 3
30%

KHDA Rating

2023–2024
Overall
Acceptable
Focus Area
Acceptable
Wellbeing
Acceptable
Inclusion
Acceptable
IndicatorFoundationPrimarySecondary
AttainmentN/AGoodGoodAccept.Acceptable
Progress over timeN/AGoodGoodAccept.Acceptable
IndicatorFoundationPrimarySecondary
AttainmentN/AGoodGoodGoodGood
Progress over timeN/AV. GoodVery GoodGoodGood
OutstandingVery GoodGoodAcceptableWeak

Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024

Curriculum

Early Years programme with play-based and exploratory learning. Develops foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills in hi-tech classrooms. STEM activities introduced from an early age.

Teaching Approach

Play-based learning with interactive technology. Hi-tech classrooms with SMART Boards. Focus on developing curiosity and foundational academic skills.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceIslamic Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtMusicPESTEM

American curriculum aligned with California Common Core State Standards. Science follows Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Core academics complemented by specialist teaching in art, music, PE, and ICT.

Teaching Approach

Structured instruction with interactive and technology-enhanced methods. Common Core + NGSS standards. Emphasis on critical thinking and digital literacy.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesIslamic EducationMoral Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtMusicPEICT

Subject specialisation with dedicated departments. STEM lab and robotics enhance hands-on learning. Students participate in debate, student council, and inter-school sports competitions.

Teaching Approach

Subject specialisation with dedicated teachers. STEM-focused inquiry and project-based learning. MAP testing for progress tracking.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesIslamic EducationMoral Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtMusicPEICTSTEM

Facilities

Campus on Casablanca Street, Al Garhoud, Dubai. Hi-tech classrooms with interactive whiteboards throughout. Recently upgraded science laboratories. Features a 6-lane competitive swimming pool and dedicated UAE Museum.

CapacityNot publicly stated
Current Enrollment1,026 students
Campus TypePurpose-built

Academic

Hi-Tech Classrooms

Classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and modern technology throughout all phases.

STEM Laboratory

Dedicated STEM lab for hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics projects.

Science Laboratories

Recently upgraded science labs for practical experiments across biology, chemistry, and physics.

Library

School library supporting research, reading, and independent study.

UAE Museum

Dedicated room showcasing UAE heritage, culture, and history for student education.

Sports & Recreation

6-Lane Swimming Pool

Competitive 6-lane swimming pool for swimming lessons and competitions across all grade levels.

Football Field

Outdoor football field for training, PE, and inter-school matches.

Gymnasium

Indoor gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, karate, and other sports activities.

Shaded Outdoor Spaces

Covered outdoor areas for recreation and PE activities.

Health & Welfare

School Clinic

On-site medical clinic with dedicated phone line (+971 4 282 6610).

Performance & Events

Art & Music Rooms

Dedicated spaces for visual arts, music, and creative expression.

Canteen

School canteen with catering services for students.

Transport

School Bus ServiceAvailable
Drop-off / Pick-upAvailable

Extracurricular Activities

SwimmingFootballBasketballKarateVolleyballBadmintonRoboticsDebateStudent CouncilArt ClubMusicDramaChessYogaFrench ClubIslamic Club

Staffing & Leadership

Teachers80
Teaching Assistants23
Teacher : Student1:13
Teachers80
Teaching Assistants23
Teacher : Student1:13

Senior Leadership

SS

Salah Sharara

Principal

Principal of Dubai International Private School (2025-26). Leads the school's vision for empowering minds and inspiring hearts through American curriculum education.

ML

Mounir Al Laham

Acting Superintendent

Acting Superintendent since October 2023. Previously Acting Principal. Oversees school operations and strategic direction.

KH

Khawla Ibrahim Hasan

Head of Elementary Section

Leads the Elementary section covering Grades 1-5.

Location

Casablanca Street, Al Garhoud, Dubai, UAE

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Dubai International Private School

AED 14,705 - 23,629/yr