The Oxford School Dubai
About
Inspection Rating
Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Urdu
Phone
Website
Address
Beirut Street, Muhaisnah 4, Al Qusais Industrial Area, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
6 ProgrammesFS1 - FS2
2 years / pre_k
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-6. UK EYFS with specialist Arabic, PE, and Music.
Year 1-5 (Primary)
5 years / primary
Cambridge Primary following National Curriculum of England. Core subjects plus French or Urdu from KS2. Arabic A and B streams.
Year 6-8 (Secondary)
3 years / secondary
Cambridge Secondary. Subject-specialist teaching across broadened curriculum. IGCSE option choices in Year 9.
Year 9-10 (IGCSE)
2 years / secondary
Cambridge IGCSE programme. Wide range of examination subjects including Sciences, Business Studies, and English Literature.
Year 11 (IGCSE)
1 year / secondary
IGCSE examination year. Cambridge IGCSE qualifications across chosen subjects.
Year 12-13 (A-Level)
2 years / post_secondary
A-Level and AS examinations. University preparation with subject specialisation in Sciences, Business, English, and more.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FS1-FS2 | EYFS | 4-6 | 11,856 | - |
| Year 1-5 | Primary | 6-11 | 13,836 | - |
| Year 6-8 | Secondary | 11-14 | 14,420 | - |
| Year 9-10 | IGCSE Prep | 14-16 | 14,979 | - |
| Year 11 | IGCSE | 16-17 | 17,914 | - |
| Year 12-13 | A-Level | 17-18 | 20,128 | - |
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One of the most affordable British schools in Dubai. Part of LEAMS Education group. Established 1988 with 35+ years of service. Mandatory fees (activity, computer, medical, e-learning) paid with Term 1.
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Curriculum
UK Early Years Foundation Stage with play-based learning. Specialist Arabic and Islamic Studies. One of the most affordable EYFS programmes in Dubai.
Teaching Approach
Play-based EYFS framework with specialist instruction. Olympic-sized swimming pool access for PE.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Cambridge Primary following the National Curriculum of England. Arabic A (native speakers) and Arabic B (compulsory for all others) from Year 2. French or Urdu from Key Stage 2. Islamic Education for Muslim students.
Teaching Approach
Cambridge Primary standards with National Curriculum delivery. STEM programme available (AED 280/year). After-school enrichment programme for Years 3+.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Cambridge Secondary and IGCSE programme. Broadened curriculum with subject-specialist teaching. IGCSE examinations in Year 11. Good or above ratings in all Student Achievement areas from KHDA inspection.
Teaching Approach
Cambridge IGCSE with subject specialists. Optional Science skills development programme (AED 1,050/year). 8-week after-school enrichment for Years 3-11.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Established campus in Muhaisnah 4 featuring an Olympic-sized swimming pool, 6-court sports hall, fully equipped Chemistry, Physics, and Biology laboratories, computer labs, spacious auditorium for performances, and a library. One of the longest-established British schools in Dubai with over 35 years of operation.
Academic
Science Laboratories
Fully equipped Chemistry, Physics, and Biology laboratories for practical experiments.
Computer Labs
Computer facilities for digital literacy and Computing coursework.
Library
School library supporting research and independent study.
Sports & Recreation
Olympic Swimming Pool
Olympic-sized swimming pool for PE, training, and competitive galas.
6-Court Sports Hall
Large 6-court indoor sports hall for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and multi-sport activities.
Performance & Arts
Auditorium
Spacious auditorium for performances, assemblies, drama productions, and school events.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Daspo Yiappos
Principal
Principal of The Oxford School since 2021. Noted by KHDA as one of the best features of the school. Led the school to its first-ever Good rating in 2023-2024 after 11 consecutive Acceptable ratings.
Dr. Shanthi Subramonia Iyer
Head of Curriculum & Assessment
Head of Curriculum and Assessment responsible for academic standards, curriculum delivery, and assessment frameworks across FS1 through Year 13.
Location
Beirut Street, Muhaisnah 4, Al Qusais Industrial Area, Dubai, UAE