Ranches Primary School
About
Inspection Rating
Very Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French
Phone
Website
Address
Arabian Ranches 2, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
9 ProgrammesNursery
1 year / pre_k
Play-based early years programme for children aged 18 months to 3 years following the EYFS framework. Continuous Provision methodology with dedicated outdoor gardens and indoor soft play.
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1)
1 year / pre_k
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 3-4. Play-based child-led learning across seven areas of learning with specialist Arabic, PE, and Music instruction.
Foundation Stage 2 (FS2)
1 year / pre_k
Early Years Foundation Stage for ages 4-5. Read Write Inc Phonics and White Rose Maths with swimming classes and increasing structure towards Year 1 readiness.
Year 1
1 year / primary
Key Stage 1 first year. National Curriculum for England with specialist teaching in PE, Music, Computing, and French. Topic-based learning with themes including Under the Sea and Space.
Year 2
1 year / primary
Key Stage 1 second year. Continued National Curriculum with introduction of Islamic Studies. Problem-solving, investigations, and increased use of technology.
Year 3
1 year / primary
Lower Key Stage 2 first year. Building strong foundations in core subjects with creative and critical thinking skills development.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery (5 Days) | Nursery | 1.5-3 | 47,250 | - |
| FS1 | EYFS | 3-4 | 50,436 | - |
| FS2 | EYFS | 4-5 | 50,436 | - |
| Year 1 | KS1 | 5-6 | 61,643 | - |
| Year 2 | KS1 | 6-7 | 61,643 | - |
| Year 3 | KS2 | 7-8 | 61,643 | - |
| Year 4 | KS2 | 8-9 | 61,643 | - |
| Year 5 | KS2 | 9-10 | 61,643 | - |
| Year 6 | KS2 | 10-11 | 61,643 | - |
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Part of Cognita family of schools. Tuition excludes school lunches, transportation, educational trips, and some external extracurricular activities.
Payment Information
Full upfront or three-term instalments
- Refunds follow KHDA regulations
- Written notice required for withdrawal
- Deposits generally non-refundable except in relocation cases
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | N/A |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | N/A |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — January 2024
Curriculum
Play-based early years programme following the EYFS framework for the youngest learners. Continuous Provision methodology in a safe and stimulating environment focused on sensory development, early communication, physical development, and social skills. Dedicated outdoor gardens for each classroom with shared sustainability garden and indoor soft play area.
Teaching Approach
Continuous Provision play-based learning. Child-centred approach with dedicated outdoor gardens, messy play areas, tactile stations, and explore spaces. Quiet spaces and rest periods built into the daily routine.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum rated Very Good by KHDA. Play-based child-led learning across seven areas of learning with specialist instruction in Arabic, PE, Music, and Library. Read Write Inc Phonics programme for literacy and White Rose Maths for mathematics. Swimming classes introduced in FS2.
Teaching Approach
Play-based child-led methodology with free-flow learning and continuous provision. Balance of child-initiated and adult-led activities. Theme-based immersion days. Read Write Inc Phonics and White Rose Maths programmes. Individual target-setting with observation-based assessment.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
National Curriculum for England with quality first teaching and specialist instruction in PE, Music, Computing, and French. Topic-based learning with overarching themes each term. Thinking Hats framework for cognitive skills development and RPS Character Compass programme. Islamic Studies introduced in Year 2.
Teaching Approach
Quality first teaching planned according to children's needs and interests. Topic-based learning anchored in the real world with dress-up experience days, school trips, and themed activities. Thinking Hats and Character Compass frameworks. Digital technology integrated across subjects.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Facilities
Purpose-built standalone primary school and nursery campus in Arabian Ranches 2, adjacent to the Ranches Souk. Students have exclusive access to age-appropriate facilities including a 25-metre swimming pool, covered astro pitch, two indoor sports halls, science laboratory, and dedicated nursery play spaces. Walking and scooting-friendly community environment.
Academic
Science Laboratory
Fully equipped science laboratory for hands-on experimentation, STEM activities, and problem-solving across all primary year groups.
Computing Suite
Specialist computing rooms with digital resources supporting the computing curriculum and cross-curricular technology use.
Music Room
Dedicated music room for curriculum lessons, choir rehearsals, ukulele club, and access to digital music platforms including Garage Band and Chrome Music Lab.
Classroom Spaces
Age-appropriate dedicated classroom areas for each year group with resources suited to physical, emotional, and social development.
Sports & Recreation
25m Swimming Pool
Temperature-controlled 25-metre swimming pool for PE lessons, swim training, and swimming classes from FS2.
Covered Astro Pitch
Shaded multi-sport astroturf pitch for football, athletics, and outdoor sports activities protected from the sun.
Indoor Sports Halls
Two indoor sports halls for basketball, gymnastics, dance, and summer PE activities when outdoor temperatures are high.
Roof Courts
Rooftop courts for additional sports and recreational activities.
Outdoor Spaces
Wellbeing Garden
Sustainability-themed garden supporting outdoor learning, environmental education, and student wellbeing.
Nursery Outdoor Gardens
Dedicated outdoor gardens for each nursery classroom plus a shared sustainability garden with recycled materials.
Covered Outdoor Play Areas
Shaded outdoor play and learning areas for Foundation Stage students with separate spaces for FS1 and FS2.
General
Indoor Soft Play
Indoor soft play area for nursery and youngest learners, providing safe imaginative and physical play.
Canteen
On-site canteen serving hot and cold meals with a focus on healthy eating options.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Steve Arnold
Principal
Principal of Ranches Primary School. Leads a dedicated team of teachers in a community-focused school where every child is known, cared for, and encouraged to shine. Champions the school's culture-before-curriculum philosophy with a focus on wellbeing and personalised learning.