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Dubai Modern Education School

Dubai
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School
CurriculumAmerican / UAE MoE
GenderMixed
Age Range4 - 18 years
Established1996
Facilities16
KHDA RatingAcceptable
AdmissionOpen
CurriculumAmerican / UAE MoE
GenderMixed
Age Range4 - 18 years
Established1996
Facilities16
KHDA RatingAcceptable
AdmissionOpen

About

Founded in 1996, Dubai Modern Education School (DMES) is a co-educational K-12 school in Al Mizhar 1, Dubai, offering dual-track education through both the American (US Common Core) and UAE Ministry of Education curricula. The school serves over 2,200 students from 50+ nationalities and emphasises excellence in innovation and education. The campus features extensive facilities including a swimming pool, robotics labs, LEGO lab, and a 1,000-seat multi-purpose hall.
US + MoEDual Curriculum
1996Established
2,200+Students
AcceptableKHDA Rating

Inspection Rating

Acceptable-- KHDA

Languages Taught

English, Arabic

Phone

+971 4 288 5115

Email

dmes@emirates.net.ae

Website

www.dmes.ae

Address

Algeria Street, Al Mizhar 1, Dubai, UAE

Programs Offered

14 Programmes

KG 1

1 year / Pre-Primary

AED 11,956/yr

Kindergarten 1 — shared Early Years programme for both US and MoE tracks.

KG 2

1 year / Pre-Primary

AED 11,956/yr

Kindergarten 2 — shared Early Years programme for both US and MoE tracks.

Grade 1

1 year / Primary

AED 13,086/yr

Grade 1 — Elementary level, US Common Core or UAE MoE standards.

Grade 2

1 year / Primary

AED 13,214/yr

Grade 2 — Elementary level, US Common Core or UAE MoE standards.

Grade 3

1 year / Primary

AED 13,338/yr

Grade 3 — Elementary level, US Common Core or UAE MoE standards.

Grade 4

1 year / Primary

AED 14,095/yr

Grade 4 — Elementary level, US Common Core or UAE MoE standards.

Tuition Fees 2025/26

All fees in AED per academic year

GradeKey StageAgesKHDA FeeSchool Fee
KG 1KG4-511,956-
KG 2KG5-611,956-
Grade 1Elementary6-713,086-
Grade 2Elementary7-813,214-
Grade 3Elementary8-913,338-
Grade 4Elementary9-1014,095-
Grade 5Elementary10-1114,346-
Grade 6Middle11-1214,470-
Grade 7Middle12-1316,108-
Grade 8Middle13-1416,360-
Grade 9High14-1516,486-
Grade 10High15-1618,373-
Grade 11High16-1718,499-
Grade 12High17-1818,624-

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Child 1

KHDA Rating

2023–2024
Overall
Acceptable
Focus Area
Good
Wellbeing
Good
Inclusion
Good
IndicatorFoundationPrimarySecondary
AttainmentN/AGoodGoodAccept.Acceptable
Progress over timeN/AGoodGoodAccept.Acceptable
IndicatorFoundationPrimarySecondary
AttainmentN/AAccept.AcceptableAccept.Acceptable
Progress over timeN/AAccept.AcceptableGoodGood
OutstandingVery GoodGoodAcceptableWeak

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

Curriculum

Shared Early Years programme for both US and MoE tracks. Play-based and exploratory learning developing foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills. LEGO Lab activities introduce STEAM concepts from an early age.

Teaching Approach

Play-based learning with STEAM integration through the LEGO Lab. Smart classrooms with interactive technology.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceIslamic Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtMusicPELEGO Lab

US track follows California Common Core State Standards; MoE track follows UAE Ministry of Education standards. Both tracks cover core academic subjects with specialist teaching in ICT, art, and PE. Junior library and junior science lab support inquiry-based learning.

Teaching Approach

Structured instruction with smart classroom technology. US track: Common Core standards. MoE track: UAE MoE standards. STEAM integration through LEGO Lab and maker spaces.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesIslamic EducationMoral Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtPEICTLEGO Lab

Subject specialisation with dedicated departments. US track continues Common Core standards; MoE track follows UAE MoE curriculum. Robotics labs introduced at this level. Students participate in MUN, innovation fairs, and sports competitions.

Teaching Approach

Subject specialisation with dedicated teachers. Robotics and innovation labs for hands-on STEAM learning. Smart classroom technology throughout.

Core Subjects

EnglishArabicMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesIslamic EducationMoral Education

Specialist Subjects

ArtPEICTRoboticsDesign and Technology

Facilities

Large multi-building campus on Algeria Street, Al Mizhar 1, Dubai. Separate sections for KG, US curriculum, and MoE curriculum. The school relocated to this purpose-built campus in 2001 after founding in 1996. Extensive sports and innovation facilities.

Capacity2,500+
Current Enrollment2,200 students
Campus TypePurpose-built

Academic

Smart Classrooms

Classrooms equipped with SMART Boards, projectors, and video conferencing across all phases.

ICT/Computer Labs

Dedicated computer labs with advanced networking and software for digital literacy and coding.

LEGO Lab

STEAM-focused lab for KG and Elementary students — hands-on design, engineering, and creative building.

Robotics Labs

Dedicated robotics labs for Middle and High School students — designing, building, and programming robots.

Libraries

Separate junior libraries for KG and Elementary sections, plus study rooms for older students.

Science Laboratory

Junior science lab for practical experiments and inquiry-based learning.

Sports & Recreation

Swimming Pool

Large swimming pool with trained lifeguard and swimming coaches. Separate boys/girls changing facilities.

Indoor Gym Halls

Separate indoor gym halls for male and female students with running tracks for competitions.

Soccer Pitch

Outdoor soccer pitch for football training, PE lessons, and inter-school matches.

Outdoor Sports Areas

Wide outdoor spaces for PE, athletics, and recreational activities.

Maker Spaces

Flexible maker spaces for collaborative projects, innovation fairs, and hands-on STEAM activities.

Health & Welfare

School Clinic

On-site clinic staffed by a doctor and nurses for student health services.

SEND/Inclusion Rooms

Dedicated rooms for Students of Determination in all school buildings, per KHDA Inclusive Education requirements.

Performance & Events

1,000-Seat Multi-Purpose Hall

Large hall for assemblies, performances, events, and extracurricular activities.

Canteen

School canteen providing meals. Lunch included for KG1–Grade 4; Grade 5+ use canteen at own cost.

Gardening Areas

Outdoor gardening areas for environmental education and hands-on learning.

Transport

School Bus ServiceAvailable
Drop-off / Pick-upAvailable

Extracurricular Activities

SwimmingRoboticsModel United NationsStudent CouncilSports CompetitionsCommunity ServiceField TripsInnovation FairsSTEAM ActivitiesVisual Arts

Staffing & Leadership

Teachers190
Teacher : Student1:12
Teachers190
Teacher : Student1:12

Senior Leadership

DB

Dr. Michael S. Bartlett

Superintendent / Executive Principal

Superintendent and Executive Principal of Dubai Modern Education School. Oversees both the US and MoE curriculum tracks serving over 2,200 students.

LL

Lisa Andrea Latham

Vice Principal of Academics

Vice Principal of Academics at DMES from August 2025. Supports academic excellence across both curriculum tracks.

Location

Algeria Street, Al Mizhar 1, Dubai, UAE

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Dubai Modern Education School

AED 11,956 - 18,624/yr