Kings' School Umm Suqeim
About
Inspection Rating
Outstanding-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
3 ProgrammesFoundation Stage (FS1 - FS2)
2 years / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-5. Play-based learning with a creative, concept-based curriculum. Six forms of entry in FS1 with individual teaching assistants per class. Children develop foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development.
Key Stage 1 (Year 1 - Year 2)
2 years / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-7. Five forms of entry with individual teaching assistants per class. Students build core skills in English, Mathematics, and Science through a creative, cross-curricular approach with specialist teaching in French, Arabic, PE, Swimming, Music, and ICT.
Key Stage 2 (Year 3 - Year 6)
4 years / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-11. Ability-based grouping for core subjects from Year 4. Specialist teaching across all subjects with Spanish added from Year 5. Students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and independent learning skills in preparation for top secondary schools.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS 1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 47,179 | - |
| FS 2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 47,179 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 59,491 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 59,491 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 59,491 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 59,491 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 71,801 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 71,801 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
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| Progress over time | N/A | V. GoodVery Good | N/A |
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Curriculum
Early Years Foundation Stage following the EYFS framework with a creative, concept-based approach. Six forms of entry in FS1 reducing to five in FS2. Individual teaching assistant per class. Children learn through play-based and guided activities integrating factual, conceptual, and provocative questions.
Teaching Approach
Creative, concept-based curriculum with cross-curricular thematic learning. Play-based approach with structured phonics and numeracy. Focus on first-hand experiences, student agency, and Positive Education lessons.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Key Stage 1 following the National Curriculum for England. Five forms of entry with individual teaching assistants per class. Students develop core literacy and numeracy skills alongside a broad creative curriculum with specialist teaching.
Teaching Approach
Creative, cross-curricular approach building on EYFS foundations. Specialist teachers for Arabic, French, PE, Swimming, Music, and ICT. Individual teaching assistant support in every class.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Key Stage 2 following the National Curriculum for England. Ability-based grouping for core subjects from Year 4 onwards. Shared teaching assistants focused on English and Maths. Spanish introduced from Year 5. Strong preparation for top secondary schools including Kings Al Barsha and Dubai College.
Teaching Approach
Creative, concept-based curriculum with increasing academic rigour. Ability grouping in core subjects. Specialist teaching across all subjects. Focus on critical thinking, collaboration, reflection, and independent learning. House system (Tudor, Windsor, Hanover, Stuart) for community and competition.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Sports
25m Swimming Pool
Remodeled 25-metre swimming pool for lessons and competitive training
Astroturf Football Pitches
Two new Astroturf football pitches for PE and after-school sports
50m Running Track
50-metre running track for athletics and sports day events
Hard Courts
Two hard courts for netball, basketball, and multi-sport use
Gymnasium
Indoor gymnasium for PE lessons and indoor sports activities
Changing Rooms
Four changing rooms supporting swimming and sports facilities
Arts
Performing Arts Auditoriums
Two auditoriums for assemblies, performances, concerts, and school productions
Wellbeing
Sensory Room
Dedicated sensory room for Students of Determination as part of the LINK Department
Academics
Outdoor Learning Areas
Synthetic grass and shaded outdoor play areas for learning and recreation
Technology
Digital Learning
State-of-the-art technology throughout with iPads and devices for student use
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Bede Higgins
Principal & Director of Education
Joined Kings School Dubai as Deputy Headteacher in 2014, appointed Principal in 2016 and Director of Education across all three Kings schools in 2023. Holds a degree in Mathematics and Psychology, a Diploma of Teaching, NPQH, and a Masters in Leadership and Management from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand.
Kevin Stedman
Senior Education Adviser & Chair of Governors
Senior Education Adviser and Chair of Governors across the Kings family of schools, providing strategic oversight and governance.
Louise
Headteacher
Joined Kings in 2015 and progressed through Year Leader, Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, and Headteacher. Oversees the day-to-day running of the school.
Amy
Deputy Headteacher
Has worked across Foundation Stage, Learning Support, Year 1 Leader, Phonics Leader, and Assistant Headteacher before being appointed Deputy Headteacher.
Becky
Inclusion Leader & SENCO
Previously SENCO and Assistant Head at a primary school in Bristol, specialising in Attachment Theory and Autism. Joined Kings in 2019 to lead the LINK Department for Students of Determination.