Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic
Phone
Website
Address
Al Warqa 1, off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Dubai, UAE
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based learning with a maximum class size of 25, focusing on communication, physical development, and personal-social skills.
1 year / EYFS
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Building early literacy and numeracy skills in preparation for Key Stage 1.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 5-6. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, and Science alongside foundation subjects.
1 year / KS1
Key Stage 1 for ages 6-7. Consolidating foundational literacy and numeracy skills with increasing independence.
1 year / KS2
Key Stage 2 for ages 7-8. Broader curriculum including humanities, languages, 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 | 21,372 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 21,372 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 26,047 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 26,047 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 26,047 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 26,047 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 29,387 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 29,387 | - |
| Year 7 | KS3 | 11-12 | 32,058 | - |
| Year 8 | KS3 | 12-13 | 32,058 | - |
| Year 9 | KS3 | 13-14 | 35,397 | - |
| Year 10 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 14-15 | 35,397 | - |
| Year 11 | KS4 (IGCSE) | 15-16 | 35,397 | - |
| Year 12 | Sixth Form (A-Level) | 16-17 | 40,072 | - |
| Year 13 | Sixth Form (A-Level) | 17-18 | 40,072 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
Fees do not include transportation, uniforms, or extracurricular activities.
Non-refundable, paid at the time of application submission.
Non-refundable, non-transferable. Adjusted against first term tuition fees.
Cash, cheque, card, or bank transfer
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | Accept.Acceptable |
| 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) — March 2025
Follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Play-based learning with a maximum class size of 25 students. Foundation Stage classes have dedicated outdoor play areas and activity rooms.
Teaching Approach
Play-based learning with structured activities. Small class sizes with teaching assistant support in every classroom.
Core academic subjects alongside foundation subjects. Following the National Curriculum for England with UAE Ministry requirements for Arabic and Islamic Education integrated.
Teaching Approach
Structured teaching with cross-curricular links. Maximum class size of 26 students. Year Leader and class Tutor system for pastoral care.
Broader and deeper curriculum building on KS1 foundations. Specialist teaching increases in upper KS2 with dedicated science labs and computing rooms available.
Teaching Approach
Subject-focused teaching with increasing specialist input. Primary science lab available for practical work. Year Leader system for pastoral support.
Purpose-built campus in Al Warqa 1 with 42 classrooms across dedicated Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary sections. The school is designed to accommodate students with physical disabilities.
Dedicated early years classrooms with activity rooms and outdoor play areas. Maximum 25 students per class.
Well-resourced classrooms with a maximum of 26 students per class.
Subject-specific classrooms for Key Stage 3, IGCSE, and A-Level students.
Four specialist science labs for secondary students plus one general lab for primary science.
Dedicated computing and coding rooms with specialist equipment.
Specialist art room for visual arts, design, and creative projects.
Dedicated media room for digital media and film studies.
Specialist music room for instrumental and vocal instruction.
Well-resourced library and learning centre with separate primary section.
10x20 metre swimming pool with changing facilities for timetabled lessons and swim clubs.
Outdoor football pitch for PE lessons, team training, and inter-school matches.
Cricket practice net for coaching and training sessions.
Indoor hall for PE, basketball, volleyball, and school events.
Separate external play spaces for KG, primary, and secondary students.
On-site medical clinic for student health and wellbeing.
Dedicated staff development and training centre supporting continuous professional development.
International teaching staff, all with experience enriching the National Curriculum for England
Executive Principal
Over 20 years of educational experience. Previously spent five years at Star International School Al Twar and Al Ghusais. Emphasises critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.
Principal
Promoted from Vice Principal for the 2025-26 academic year. Master's in English Literature from the University of Allahabad, further education at York University and University of Toronto, Canada.
Head of Secondary
Al Warqa 1, off Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311), Dubai, UAE
Newlands School
AED 21,372 - 40,072/yr