Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Arabian Ranches, Dubai, UAE
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based learning following the EYFS framework in purpose-built early years facilities.
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Preparing children for the transition to Key Stage 1 through structured play and early literacy.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science alongside creative, physical, and humanities education.
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 including humanities, languages, art, and specialist teaching.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 8-9. Developing research skills, critical thinking, and deeper subject knowledge.
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 54,129 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 65,097 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 91,923 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 91,923 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 91,923 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (GCSE) | 14-15 | 91,923 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (GCSE) | 15-16 | 91,923 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form (IB/BTEC) | 16-17 | 104,544 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form (IB/BTEC) | 17-18 | 104,544 | - |
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JESS is a not-for-profit school. Every dirham is reinvested into school operations, facilities, staff, and student programmes.
Non-refundable, one-time payment.
Bank transfer. Term-by-term or annual payment options available.
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Play-based learning in purpose-built early years facilities with Islamic-inspired architecture and shaded outdoor play areas.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with specialist teachers for swimming, music, and PE. Shaded outdoor learning spaces designed for younger children.
English National Curriculum for ages 5-7. Core academic subjects alongside a broad range of specialist-taught foundation subjects.
Teaching Approach
Broad curriculum with specialist subject teaching. Transition from play-based EYFS to more structured learning.
English National Curriculum with broadening subjects and increasing depth. Humanities, languages, and creative arts feature prominently alongside core subjects.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with increasing academic rigour. Strong emphasis on developing independent learning skills ahead of secondary transition.
9-acre purpose-built campus in the heart of Arabian Ranches. Islamic-inspired architecture keeps classrooms cool with covered walkways and courtyards. Separate sections for Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form on one site. The largest of the JESS campuses.
Well-resourced classrooms with interactive whiteboards, designed with Islamic-inspired architecture for natural cooling.
70 teaching areas across the secondary campus with specialist subject resources.
Specialist science laboratories and fully equipped ICT suites.
Comprehensive library with books and digital resources for primary students.
Dedicated art studios for drawing, painting, sculpture, and design.
Specialist DT workshops for practical design and engineering projects.
Purpose-built music centre with digital recording studio and practice rooms.
4,000 sq m development with study hall, common room, seminar rooms, examination hall, kitchen-dining area, and locker room. Opened 2014.
1,000 sq m air-conditioned indoor sports hall for PE, basketball, volleyball, and school events.
Two shaded, temperature-controlled pools for year-round swimming programme.
Extensive natural grass pitches for rugby, football, and cricket.
Dedicated netball courts for training and inter-school competitions.
Fitness and conditioning facility for secondary and sixth form students.
Multi-purpose studios for PE, dance, and fitness activities.
Main auditorium for school performances, assemblies, and events.
Additional auditorium within the Sixth Form extension.
Outdoor amphitheatre set within courtyards for performances and events.
Dedicated studios for drama, dance, and performing arts activities.
Predominantly British and Irish teachers
Director
Director of JESS since 2019. Previously Head of Secondary at JESS Arabian Ranches for 8 years. 15 years of service at JESS. Departing end of 2025-26 academic year.
Primary Headteacher (Arabian Ranches)
Secondary Headteacher
Senior Deputy Head (Secondary)
Deputy Head — Academics (Secondary)
Deputy Head — Years 7-9
Deputy Head — Years 10-11
Deputy Head — Years 12-13 (Head of Sixth Form)
Deputy Head — EYFS & KS1 (Primary)
Deputy Head — KS2 (Primary)
Assistant Head (Primary)
Assistant Head — Curriculum (Secondary)
Assistant Head — Assessment & Data (Secondary)
Associate Head — Co-Curricular
Head of Governance and Administration
Head of Finance and Operations
Jumeirah English Speaking School - Arabian Ranches
AED 54,129 - 104,544/yr