Vernus International School
About
Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Silicon Oasis City Oasis 2, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE
Programs Offered
8 ProgrammesPre-KG
1 year / Pre-K
Pre-Kindergarten for ages 4-5. Project-Based Learning with two certified adults per class. Includes books, uniform, and stationery.
KG 1
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 1 for ages 4-5. Building foundational literacy and numeracy through inquiry-based, hands-on learning experiences.
KG 2
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 2 for ages 5-6. Preparing for elementary school with structured PBL activities and trilingual exposure.
Grade 1
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 1 for ages 6-7. Core instruction following California CCSS with Project-Based Learning integration.
Grade 2
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 2 for ages 7-8. Developing reading, writing, and mathematical reasoning through collaborative projects.
Grade 3
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 3 for ages 8-9. Deepening subject knowledge with STEM-integrated, inquiry-based learning.
Tuition Fees 2025/26
All fees in AED per academic year
| Grade | Key Stage | Ages | KHDA Fee | School Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | Pre-K | 3-4 | 34,884 | - |
| KG 1 | KG | 4-5 | 34,884 | - |
| KG 2 | KG | 5-6 | 34,884 | - |
| Grade 1 | Elementary | 6-7 | 38,024 | - |
| Grade 2 | Elementary | 7-8 | 38,024 | - |
| Grade 3 | Elementary | 8-9 | 38,024 | - |
| Grade 4 | Elementary | 9-10 | 41,445 | - |
| Grade 5 | Elementary | 10-11 | 41,445 | - |
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KHDA Rating
2023–2024| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | WeakWeak | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
| Indicator | Foundation | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment | N/A | WeakWeak | N/A |
| Progress over time | N/A | Accept.Acceptable | N/A |
Source: Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB) — March 2024
Curriculum
Early childhood programme following American early learning standards with a Project-Based Learning approach. Two certified adults per class (Class Teacher and Teaching Assistant). Trilingual exposure in English, French, and Arabic. Specialist enrichment activities include farming and gardening, music and arts, sports and wellness, food and cooking, and technology and innovation.
Teaching Approach
Project-Based Learning (PBL) with inquiry-based, hands-on activities. Maximum 24 students per class with 2 certified adults. Multidisciplinary lessons conducted across specialist rooms including astronomy, hydroponics, and cooking.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
Core academic programme following California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for ELA and Mathematics, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Science. Project-Based Learning drives teaching and learning with STEM integrated across the curriculum. Students access the Innovation Hub featuring virtual reality, coding, robotics, 3D printing, and makerspace. Arabic and Islamic Education follow UAE Ministry of Education requirements.
Teaching Approach
Project-Based Learning with CCSS and NGSS frameworks. Innovation Hub with VR, coding, robotics, and 3D printing. Inquiry-based, student-centred education emphasising collaboration and practical application.
Core Subjects
Specialist Subjects
IGCSE Option Subjects
Facilities
Purpose-built campus in Dubai Silicon Oasis 2, near Dubai Academic City. Bright, spacious classrooms with specialist labs and an Innovation Hub featuring cutting-edge technology. The campus was designed for the Project-Based Learning approach with multidisciplinary specialist rooms.
Academic
Innovation Hub
State-of-the-art hub featuring virtual reality, coding stations, robotics, 3D printing, and makerspace for STEM projects.
Science Lab
Dedicated science laboratory for hands-on experiments and NGSS-aligned investigations.
IT Lab
Computer laboratory supporting digital literacy and technology-integrated learning.
Astronomy Room
Specialist astronomy room for space science exploration and planetarium experiences.
Hydroponics Lab
Indoor hydroponics lab for hands-on sustainability science and plant biology experiments.
Digital Library
Modern digital library with multimedia resources supporting independent research and reading.
Art Room
Dedicated art studio for visual arts, drawing, painting, and creative projects.
Music Room
Specialist music room for lessons, practice, and performances.
Media & Drama Room
Combined media and drama space for performing arts and digital content creation.
Cooking Room
Purpose-built cooking room for food technology and culinary enrichment activities.
Sports & Recreation
Swimming Pool
On-campus swimming pool for lessons and water sports.
Gymnasium
Indoor gymnasium for PE, fitness, and team sports activities.
Outdoor Sports Areas
Outdoor areas for football, tennis, handball, and general play.
Indoor/Outdoor Play Areas
Dedicated play areas for younger students with age-appropriate equipment.
Student Support
Medical Clinic
On-campus clinic with full-time doctor and nurse for student health and emergencies.
Counselling Office
Guidance counsellor providing academic and social-emotional support.
Transport
Extracurricular Activities
Staffing & Leadership
Largest nationality group is South African
Senior Leadership
Jacqueline Ann Brooks Smith
Principal
Leads Vernus International School, overseeing the delivery of the American curriculum with a Project-Based Learning approach. Manages school operations and expansion planning towards Grade 12.