Dunecrest American School
Dunecrest American School
Dunecrest American School is a private co-educational American curriculum school located in Wadi Al Safa 3, near Al Barari, Dubai. Opened in September 2018, the school is owned and operated by Esol Education, a group with over 45 years' experience running international schools across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Dunecrest offers an accredited US curriculum based on AERO Common Core Plus standards from Pre-KG through Grade 12, with the option of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) and authorized by the IBO. Set on a purpose-built 8.5-acre campus with a capacity of 1,200 students, Dunecrest currently serves approximately 700 students from over 70 nationalities. The school received a KHDA rating of Good in its 2024-2025 inspection, with Management, Staffing and Facilities rated Outstanding.
Fees for 2026/2027, per year group. Excludes registration, uniform, and transport.
Fees are for 2026/2027, published by the school as "TUITION FEE: S.Y. 2026-2027" and matching KHDA's fact sheets for every year group. The school charges less than the KHDA-approved figure because KHDA registers a discount against most grades in its main fee block, which applies to every family - so the lower figure is the price, not an offer. Grade 1 is the exception: KHDA approves AED 83,284 and registers no discount there, while the school publishes and bills AED 72,960. Tuition includes book usage and most after-school programmes, and excludes uniform, transport, cafeteria and examination fees.
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KHDA 2024–2025 inspection
Play-based early childhood programme in a dedicated Early Childhood wing led by a specialist Early Childhood Principal. Focus on social-emotional development, early literacy, numeracy, and exploration through hands-on activities.
Structured kindergarten programme building foundational academic skills. Transition from play-based to more formal instruction with increasing reading, writing, and mathematics focus.
American elementary curriculum following AERO Common Core Plus standards. Specialist teachers for art, music, PE, Arabic, and technology. Project-based learning and collaborative approaches integrated across all subjects.
Full subject specialisation with dedicated teachers for each discipline. Students develop analytical thinking, research skills, and increasing independence. Advisory programme provides pastoral support and guidance.
Students earn credits towards their American High School Diploma. Core subjects complemented by elective courses and honors-level options. University counselling begins with college preparation guidance.
Students choose between the American High School Diploma pathway or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school is fully authorized by the IBO. Comprehensive university counselling supports applications to universities worldwide.
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Dedicated Early Childhood section with age-appropriate classrooms, play areas, and its own outdoor playground.
Spacious, naturally-lit classrooms with modular seating designed for collaborative and project-based learning.
Subject-specific classrooms equipped with modern technology and resources for middle and high school students.
Specialist science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practicals.
Dedicated technology labs supporting the STEAM curriculum and digital literacy programmes.
Specialist art rooms for visual arts, design, and creative projects.
Dedicated music rooms for instrumental and vocal instruction, including jazz band rehearsals.
Well-stocked libraries supporting independent research and a love of reading across all divisions.
School Director
Joined Dunecrest for the 2025-26 academic year. Previously served as High School Principal at the American School of Doha, Qatar for nine years. Holds a Bachelor's in English and European Literature, PGCE, and Master's in Educational Leadership and Management from the University of Bath.
Secondary School Principal
Elementary School Principal
Early Childhood Principal
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Wadi Al Safa 3, Al Barari, P.O. Box 624265, Dubai, UAE
