BC Academy International School
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 13.6K–18K
AED 50K–66K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum international school and nursery in Umm Suqeim, Dubai, for children from 45 days old to Year 13 (age 18). Licensed by KHDA.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British
Ages
Ages 0–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Fees
Source: Official recordsRead from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | AED 50,000≈ USD 13.6K |
| Year 2 | AED 53,000≈ USD 14.4K |
| Year 3 | AED 55,000≈ USD 15K |
| Year 4 | AED 57,000≈ USD 15.5K |
| Year 5 | AED 57,000≈ USD 15.5K |
| Year 6 | AED 60,000≈ USD 16.3K |
| Year 7 | AED 66,000≈ USD 18K |
| Year 8 | AED 66,000≈ USD 18K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | AED 50,000 (about USD 13.6K) |
| Year 2 | AED 53,000 (about USD 14.4K) |
| Year 3 | AED 55,000 (about USD 15K) |
| Year 4 | AED 57,000 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Year 5 | AED 57,000 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Year 6 | AED 60,000 (about USD 16.3K) |
| Year 7 | AED 66,000 (about USD 18K) |
| Year 8 | AED 66,000 (about USD 18K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| BC Academy International School (this school) | AED 50,000 (about USD 13.6K) | AED 66,000 (about USD 18K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 525
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. Reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Placement assessment, Eal test
- Open days
- 2026-11-11
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 5% tuition discount for the fourth child and 5% for the fifth child
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum
EYFS
Early years · Ages 2–5
The early-years stage of British schools: play-based learning of language, social skills and early reading and number.
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Sport
- Visual arts
- Performing arts
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Lab
- Makerspace
- Sports field
- Gym
Sports
- Sports pitch
After-school activities
- ECA programme
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Uses a three-level support model with individual education plans and learning support assistants.
- EAL induction
- SENCO coordination
- Inclusion Register
- Individual Education Plans
- Learning Support Assistants
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
Flexible drop-off and collection hours, with a 2-hour ECA option and a late bus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Offers a school bus service, a late bus and parking.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Meals are served four times a day in the canteen. Dietary requirements are respected.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
A house system from FS1 to Year 13 supports cross-age mentoring and leadership.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the British curriculum across nursery, primary and secondary years.
- British Nursery
- Primary School
- Secondary School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Runs an assess-plan-do-review support cycle for students with additional learning needs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Has an EAL induction programme for learners with English as an additional language.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Whole-school wellbeing approach aligned with KHDA's five elements, with weekly wellbeing meetings and a school counsellor.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Has a designated safeguarding lead, runs staff checks and training, and treats child protection as a top priority.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding policy
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Community
Aims for an inclusive community that respects diverse nationalities and marks UAE occasions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A modern campus of over 215,000 sq ft with a library, labs, maker spaces and green spaces.
- Multilingual library
- STEM labs
- Maker spaces
- Sports pitch
- Green spaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has outdoor sports grounds and indoor gym and sports halls.
- Sports grounds
- Indoor gym
- Sports halls
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Classrooms with movable furniture, a multilingual library and science and STEM labs.
- Multilingual library
- Science labs
- STEM labs
- Maker spaces
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has specialist studios for art, music and drama.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Steps run from enquiry and application through documents, placement assessment, decision, offer acceptance and enrolment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarships cover academics, enterprise, social impact, and enrichment and sport. They are awarded annually and must be reapplied for.
- Academics
- Enterprise and Innovation
- Social Impact
- Enrichment and Sport
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Applicants can be placed on a waiting list when no place is available and are updated each term or when a place opens.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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