Uptown International School
About
Inspection Rating
Very Good-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Algeria Street, Mirdif, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
18 ProgrammesECC (0-1)
1 year / Nursery
Early Childhood Centre for ages 0-1. Nurturing early development in a purpose-built environment.
ECC (1-2)
1 year / Nursery
Early Childhood Centre for ages 1-2. Play-based learning fostering curiosity and social skills.
ECC (2-3)
1 year / Nursery
Early Childhood Centre for ages 2-3. Preparing for transition to Pre-Primary through structured play.
Pre-Primary
1 year / KG
Pre-Primary for ages 3-4. IB PYP inquiry-based early years programme.
KG 1
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 1 for ages 4-5. IB PYP framework with transdisciplinary learning.
KG 2
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 2 for ages 5-6. Preparing for PYP elementary through structured inquiry.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECC (0-1) | Nursery | 0-1 | 38,938 | - |
| ECC (1-2) | Nursery | 1-2 | 38,938 | - |
| ECC (2-3) | Nursery | 2-3 | 38,938 | - |
| Pre-Primary | KG | 3-4 | 62,929 | - |
| KG 1 | KG | 4-5 | 62,929 | - |
| KG 2 | KG | 5-6 | 62,929 | - |
| Grade 1 | PYP | 6-7 | 75,516 | - |
| Grade 2 | PYP | 7-8 | 75,516 | - |
| Grade 3 | PYP | 8-9 | 75,516 | - |
| Grade 4 | PYP | 9-10 | 75,516 | - |
| Grade 5 | PYP | 10-11 | 75,516 | - |
| Grade 6 | MYP | 11-12 | 88,101 | - |
| Grade 7 | MYP | 12-13 | 88,101 | - |
| Grade 8 | MYP | 13-14 | 88,101 | - |
| Grade 9 | MYP | 14-15 | 88,101 | - |
| Grade 10 | MYP | 15-16 | 88,101 | - |
| Grade 11 | DP | 16-17 | 96,461 | - |
| Grade 12 | DP | 17-18 | 96,461 | - |
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Part of Taaleem group. Sibling discount applies across all Taaleem Dubai schools.
KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | V. GoodVery Good |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | Accept.Acceptable |
| Progress over time | N/A | GoodGood | GoodGood |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Curriculum
IB PYP early years programme on a 14-acre campus with dedicated Early Years zone. Outstanding ratings in Personal Development, Curriculum, Health & Safety, and Learning Skills.
Teaching Approach
IB PYP inquiry-based framework. Outstanding in PSD, Curriculum, and Support. Fully inclusive with dedicated early years facilities.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IB PYP transdisciplinary inquiry programme. Arabic (FL and AL), Islamic Studies integrated. Outstanding curriculum and inclusion provision. PYP Exhibition capstone in Grade 5.
Teaching Approach
IB PYP transdisciplinary inquiry. Outstanding Curriculum Quality, Inclusion, Health & Safety, Parents & Community, and Governance.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IB MYP with subject specialisation and interdisciplinary connections. Dedicated Design Technology and Visual Arts studios. Personal Project capstone in Grade 10. Service learning integrated.
Teaching Approach
IB MYP interdisciplinary approach with service learning. Outstanding in PSD, Curriculum, Support, Parents, Governance, and Management.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
14-acre campus in Mirdif, Dubai. Zoned areas for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary. Part of Taaleem group. IB World School since 2009. CIS accredited. Fully inclusive with ~140 Students of Determination.
Academic
Early Years Zone
Dedicated zoned area for ECC and Kindergarten with purpose-built early years facilities.
Primary Zone
Dedicated zoned area for PYP primary school students.
Secondary Zone
Dedicated zoned area for MYP and DP secondary students.
Science Laboratories
Well-equipped science labs for hands-on experiments across all secondary subjects.
Design Technology Studios
Two dedicated studios for the IB Design Technology programme.
Library
School library and learning resource centre.
Sports & Recreation
Sports Facilities
Outdoor and indoor sports facilities on 14-acre campus.
Arts & Performance
Visual Arts Studios
Two dedicated studios for the IB Visual Arts programme.
Support Services
Catering Facilities
On-campus catering providing nutritious lunches with multiple seating areas.
Inclusion Support
Comprehensive inclusion provision for ~140 Students of Determination. Outstanding KHDA inclusion rating.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Senior Leadership
Colin Stewart Gerrie
Principal
Joined UIS as Principal in August 2023 after 2 years as Vice Principal and Head of Secondary at Taaleem's Greenfield International School. Originally from Scotland, with 13 years of school leadership experience. Instrumental in delivering school improvement and elevating KHDA evaluations.