Jumeirah College
About
Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Al Wasl Road, Al Safa, Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
7 ProgrammesYear 7
1 year / KS3
Key Stage 3 for ages 11–12. Induction year with house system (Fihri, Gibran, Majid, Sina). Broad British curriculum across all subjects with specialist teaching. Average class size of 24.
Year 8
1 year / KS3
Key Stage 3 for ages 12–13. Deepening subject knowledge across the full curriculum. Developing analytical and independent learning skills.
Year 9
1 year / KS3
Key Stage 3 for ages 13–14. Final year before GCSE options. Students begin selecting their GCSE subject pathways alongside core curriculum.
Year 10
1 year / KS4 (GCSE)
GCSE programme for ages 14–15. Core subjects plus options from 17+ electives including Business, Economics, Psychology, Drama, DT, Computing, and languages. Students typically take 8–10 GCSEs.
Year 11
1 year / KS4 (GCSE)
GCSE programme for ages 15–16. Final exam year. 2024 results: 68% grades 9–7 (A*–A), 98.6% grades 9–4 (A*–C). New subjects include Robotics, AI, and Food Technology.
Year 12
1 year / Sixth Form (A-Level)
A-Level programme for ages 16–17. 24 A-Level subjects available plus new BTEC pathways (Applied Science, Business, IT, Sport from 2025–26). Dedicated Sixth Form Centre with café and research library.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 77,133 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 77,133 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 77,133 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (GCSE) | 14-15 | 86,774 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (GCSE) | 15-16 | 86,774 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form (A Level) | 16-17 | 96,415 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form (A Level) | 17-18 | 96,415 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | N/A | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | N/A | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | N/A | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | N/A | Accept.Acceptable |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — April 2024
Curriculum
Exam Board
Pearson Edexcel / AQA / OCR (multiple boards)
Language
English
Assessment
GCSEs, A-Levels, BTECs (from 2025-26). International benchmarking.
Max Class Size
24 students
Avg Class Size
24 students
Languages Offered
French (GCSE and A-Level), Spanish (GCSE and A-Level), Arabic (Ministry and Second Language)
Broad British National Curriculum with accelerated GCSE-level content beginning in Term 3 of Year 9. Students study a wide range of academic and creative subjects. From September 2024, Robotics, AI, VR, Food Technology, and GCSE Computer Science were added.
Teaching Approach
Specialist subject teaching with accelerated GCSE preparation from Year 9 Term 3.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
GCSE and IGCSE programme with core subjects and a wide range of options. 68% of students achieved Grades 9–7 (A*–A) in 2023-24. 162 students entered 1,443 examinations with 26.7% achieving Grade 9.
Teaching Approach
GCSE/IGCSE curriculum with core and optional subject pathways. ASDAN curriculum available for students with additional learning needs.
Core Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
24+ A Level subjects offered alongside BTEC Level 3 options from 2025-26. 47% of students achieved A*–A at A Level in 2023-24. 146 students entered 453 examinations with a 100% pass rate. Ranked among the top-performing A Level schools globally.
Teaching Approach
A Level curriculum with university-style Sixth Form environment. BTEC options in Applied Science, Business, IT, and Sport from 2025-26. Dedicated Sixth Form building with café, research library, and study pods.
Core Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Arabic Language & Islamic Education
Inclusion & Special Educational Needs
Students of Determination support rated Very Good. ~95 students (8% of population). ASDAN curriculum, modified learning pathways, reduced GCSE options for SEND students. Comprehensive Inclusion Policy.
Facilities
Expanded campus in Al Safa, Dubai, with multi-phase development completed in 2024. Main building plus new Sixth Form building (Phase 1, 2023-24), additional sports and science facilities (Phase 2, January 2024), and auditorium, drama, music, and sports hall (Phase 3, September 2024).
Academic
Six Science Laboratories
Phase 2 addition (January 2024) — six specialist science labs for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Robotics, AI & VR Suite
Phase 2 addition — dedicated suite for robotics, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality learning.
Design & Technology Suite
Specialist workshops for graphic design, woodwork, metalwork, and plastics.
Food Technology Lab
Phase 3 addition (September 2024) — specialist food technology teaching kitchen.
Photography Suite
Phase 3 addition — dedicated photography studio and darkroom.
Sixth Form Building
Phase 1 (2023-24) — café, common room, research library, study pods, seminar rooms, and courtyard areas. Bespoke teaching spaces for A Level students.
Video Conferencing Room
Dedicated room for virtual meetings, guest lectures, and remote learning.
Art Room
Specialist art studio for painting, drawing, and mixed media.
Sports & Recreation
Multi-Purpose Sports Hall
Phase 3 addition — new sports hall for PE, basketball, volleyball, and indoor sports.
Swimming Pool
Enhanced swimming pool (Phase 3 upgrade) for lessons and competitive swimming.
Multi-Sport Basketball Courts
Phase 2 addition — outdoor multi-sport and basketball courts.
Tennis & Netball Courts
Outdoor courts for tennis, netball, and team sports.
Gymnasium
Original multi-purpose gymnasium for PE and indoor sports.
Grass & Recreation Areas
Outdoor green spaces and recreation areas for students.
Performance & Events
Auditorium
Phase 3 addition (September 2024) — auditorium with retractable seating for performances and events.
Black Box Drama Classrooms
Phase 3 addition — specialist drama studios for performances and rehearsals.
Music Suites
Phase 3 addition — new music suites with en-suite practice rooms.
Support
Canteen
Phase 3 upgrade — larger canteen with indoor and outdoor eating areas.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Predominantly UK-trained teachers
Senior Leadership
Nicholas Brain
Principal
Appointed Principal of Jumeirah College in August 2023.
Rachel Higgins
Head of Jumeirah Schools / CEO
CEO of Jumeirah Schools overseeing both Jumeirah College and GEMS Jumeirah Primary School.