Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Urdu
Phone
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Address
Oud Metha Road, Umm Hurair 2, Dubai, UAE
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Play-based learning with a focus on communication, literacy, and numeracy readiness.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science alongside Arabic, Islamic Education, and foundation subjects.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7. Building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and independent learning.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8. Broader curriculum with increased subject depth in humanities, languages, and sciences.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Developing research skills, critical thinking, and deeper subject knowledge.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 9-10. Gender-separate classes begin. Preparing students for transition to secondary school.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 4,528 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 4,938 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 5,430 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 5,884 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 6,377 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 6,830 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 7,284 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 7,284 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 8,641 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 8,641 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 14-15 | 8,641 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 15-16 | 8,641 | - |
| Year 12 | KS5 (A-Level) | 16-17 | 10,720 | - |
| Year 13 | KS5 (A-Level) | 17-18 | 11,888 | - |
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| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Play-based learning with a focus on communication, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional development. Prepares children for the transition to Key Stage 1.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with structured activities. Gradual transition toward more formal instruction.
Core academic subjects alongside foundation subjects. Mixed-gender classes with a focus on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills. Cross-curricular links and thematic teaching approaches.
Teaching Approach
Thematic teaching with cross-curricular links. Building foundational literacy and numeracy through structured lessons and guided activities.
Broader curriculum with increasing subject depth. Gender-separate classes begin from Year 5. Four academic houses provide pastoral structure and inter-house competitions. Students are prepared for the transition to secondary school.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with increasing depth. Gender-separate classes from Year 5. House system for pastoral care and competition.
Well-established campus in the Oud Metha area of Dubai, near Dubai Creek. The school has been serving the community since 1978, making it one of the longest-running British curriculum schools in the city. Separate sections for boys and girls from Year 5 onward.
KHDA rated health and safety as Very Good across all phases. The school is described as a caring and inclusive community.
Over 100 spacious classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards and multi-sensory learning materials.
Well-equipped science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practicals.
Dedicated STEM and robotics laboratory established in 2017 for coding, robotics, and technology projects.
Separate library facilities for different age groups to encourage independent reading and research.
Dedicated computing labs with modern equipment for curriculum and specialist teaching.
Specialist art rooms for drawing, painting, and creative design activities.
Large hall for assemblies, performances, examinations, and school events.
Outdoor basketball courts for PE lessons and inter-house competitions.
Dedicated courts for netball and tennis activities.
Large outdoor sports ground for football, cricket, and athletics. Includes a dedicated play area for younger students.
Dedicated play area for primary-age pupils with age-appropriate equipment.
Indoor and outdoor PE facilities supporting cricket, football, volleyball, badminton, and tennis programmes.
Separate canteen facilities for boys and girls, providing nutritious meal options.
On-site medical facilities with vaccination services and first aid provision.
Interactive boards installed across all classrooms for enhanced digital learning.
Online parent portal system for attendance tracking, grades, and school communication.
Majority of teachers are Pakistani nationals
Principal
Leads ELPS with a clear vision for school improvement. Under his leadership, the school has shown consistent improvement with strengthened systems, teaching practices, and a committed middle leadership team. Commended by KHDA for providing clear direction.
English Language Private School
AED 4,528 - 11,888/yr