Gulf Model School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, Hindi, Malayalam
Phone
Website
Address
Muhaisnah First, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
16 ProgrammesKG1
1 year / Kindergarten
Kindergarten 1 for ages 4-5. Foundation learning developing basic literacy, numeracy, and social skills through play-based and structured activities.
KG2
1 year / Kindergarten
Kindergarten 2 for ages 5-6. Preparing children for the transition to primary school with structured learning in core areas.
Grade 1
1 year / Primary
Primary education for ages 6-7. CBSE curriculum with core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, and Arabic.
Grade 2
1 year / Primary
Primary education for ages 7-8. Developing foundational academic skills through the CBSE framework.
Grade 3
1 year / Primary
Primary education for ages 8-9. Broadening curriculum with increasing academic depth.
Grade 4
1 year / Middle School
Middle school education for ages 9-10. Subject specialisation begins with deeper exploration of core subjects.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KG1 | Kindergarten | 4-5 | 3,966 | - |
| KG2 | Kindergarten | 5-6 | 3,966 | - |
| Grade 1 | Primary | 6-7 | 4,454 | - |
| Grade 2 | Primary | 7-8 | 4,454 | - |
| Grade 3 | Primary | 8-9 | 4,454 | - |
| Grade 4 | Middle School | 9-10 | 5,047 | - |
| Grade 5 | Middle School | 10-11 | 5,047 | - |
| Grade 6 | Middle School | 11-12 | 5,047 | - |
| Grade 7 | Middle School | 12-13 | 5,047 | - |
| Grade 8 | Secondary | 13-14 | 5,768 | - |
| Grade 9 | Secondary | 14-15 | 5,768 | - |
| Grade 10 | Secondary | 15-16 | 5,768 | - |
| Grade 11 | Senior Secondary | 16-17 | 7,212 | - |
| Grade 12 | Senior Secondary | 17-18 | 7,212 | - |
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Fees are KHDA-approved annual tuition fees. School also offers Kerala State Board curriculum alongside CBSE. Over 2,600 students enrolled from diverse nationalities.
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Curriculum
Foundation stage developing basic literacy, numeracy, and social skills through play-based and structured activities. Good learning skills observed at this phase.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with gradual introduction to structured activities. Emphasis on developing communication, motor skills, and social interaction.
Core Subjects
CBSE primary curriculum with core academic subjects. English medium of instruction with Arabic as a compulsory additional language. Good outcomes in Science at this phase.
Teaching Approach
Structured CBSE curriculum with continuous and comprehensive evaluation. Blended learning capabilities available.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Broader CBSE curriculum with subject specialisation and increasing academic depth. Also available under Kerala State Board. Eco-friendly campus supports hands-on learning.
Teaching Approach
Subject-specialist teaching with dual board options (CBSE and Kerala Board). Integration of UAE culture, values, and ethics.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Eco-friendly campus in Muhaisnah First, Dubai, operating since 1982. Serves over 2,600 students from diverse nationalities. Supports blended learning with e-school platform. Inclusion programmes and personal support mechanisms for struggling learners.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Dedicated science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practical experiments.
Computer Labs
Computer laboratories for IT instruction and digital learning.
Library
School library with books and resources supporting the CBSE and Kerala Board curricula.
Smart Board Classrooms
Classrooms equipped with smart boards and digital learning tools supporting blended learning.
Activity Rooms
Multi-purpose activity rooms for co-curricular and creative activities.
Sports & Recreation
Playground
Outdoor playground and sports area for physical education and team sports.
Sports Courts
Outdoor courts for basketball, volleyball, and other sports.
Performance & Events
Auditorium
School auditorium for assemblies, performances, and events.
Support Services
School Clinic
On-campus medical facility providing student healthcare support.
Inclusion Support
Dedicated special education needs accommodations and inclusion programmes.
Canteen
On-campus canteen providing meals and refreshments.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Michael Georges Karkour Artine Iskandar
Principal
Principal of Gulf Model School, Dubai.