Inspection Rating
Acceptable-- KHDA
Languages Taught
English, Arabic, French, Spanish
Phone
Website
Address
Silicon Oasis City Oasis 2, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE
1 year / Pre-K
Pre-Kindergarten for ages 4-5. Project-Based Learning with two certified adults per class. Includes books, uniform, and stationery.
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 1 for ages 4-5. Building foundational literacy and numeracy through inquiry-based, hands-on learning experiences.
1 year / KG
Kindergarten 2 for ages 5-6. Preparing for elementary school with structured PBL activities and trilingual exposure.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 1 for ages 6-7. Core instruction following California CCSS with Project-Based Learning integration.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 2 for ages 7-8. Developing reading, writing, and mathematical reasoning through collaborative projects.
1 year / Elementary
Elementary Grade 3 for ages 8-9. Deepening subject knowledge with STEM-integrated, inquiry-based learning.
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 | - |
Estimate total annual fees for your family
| 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
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 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.
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.
State-of-the-art hub featuring virtual reality, coding stations, robotics, 3D printing, and makerspace for STEM projects.
Dedicated science laboratory for hands-on experiments and NGSS-aligned investigations.
Computer laboratory supporting digital literacy and technology-integrated learning.
Specialist astronomy room for space science exploration and planetarium experiences.
Indoor hydroponics lab for hands-on sustainability science and plant biology experiments.
Modern digital library with multimedia resources supporting independent research and reading.
Dedicated art studio for visual arts, drawing, painting, and creative projects.
Specialist music room for lessons, practice, and performances.
Combined media and drama space for performing arts and digital content creation.
Purpose-built cooking room for food technology and culinary enrichment activities.
On-campus swimming pool for lessons and water sports.
Indoor gymnasium for PE, fitness, and team sports activities.
Outdoor areas for football, tennis, handball, and general play.
Dedicated play areas for younger students with age-appropriate equipment.
On-campus clinic with full-time doctor and nurse for student health and emergencies.
Guidance counsellor providing academic and social-emotional support.
Largest nationality group is South African
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.
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Vernus International School
AED 34,884 - 42,419/yr