Citizens School
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- BTEC
Per yearabout USD 11.5K–23.1K
AED 42.1K–85K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum school in Dubai that combines academic learning and digital literacy with venture building, transdisciplinary projects and Emirati culture and values.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–15
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- Nursery – Year 10
- Founded
- 2022
Fees
Source: Read 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 |
|---|---|
| ECC (0-1) | AED 42,150≈ USD 11.5K |
| ECC (1-2) | AED 42,150≈ USD 11.5K |
| ECC (2-3) | AED 42,150≈ USD 11.5K |
| FS 1 | AED 45,000≈ USD 12.3K |
| FS2 | AED 55,000≈ USD 15K |
| Year 1 | AED 65,000≈ USD 17.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| ECC (0-1) | AED 42,150 (about USD 11.5K) |
| ECC (1-2) | AED 42,150 (about USD 11.5K) |
| ECC (2-3) | AED 42,150 (about USD 11.5K) |
| FS 1 | AED 45,000 (about USD 12.3K) |
| FS2 | AED 55,000 (about USD 15K) |
| Year 1 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 2 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 3 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 4 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 5 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 6 | AED 65,000 (about USD 17.7K) |
| Year 7 | AED 75,000 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Year 8 | AED 75,000 (about USD 20.4K) |
| Year 9 | AED 80,000 (about USD 21.8K) |
| Year 10 | AED 85,000 (about USD 23.1K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Citizens School (this school) | AED 42,150 (about USD 11.5K) | AED 85,000 (about USD 23.1K) |
| 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
- Enrolment fee
- AED 2,500
- Deposit
- AED 2,500
- Corporate discount
- Yes
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
- Open days
- 2026-11-05
- Sibling discount
- 5% off the second child; 10% off the third and fourth child (2026-27)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum · IGCSE · BTEC
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.
IGCSE
Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16
A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.
BTEC
Secondary, career-focused · Ages 14–19
Pearson's career-focused qualification in fields such as business, IT or sport, assessed mainly through assignments; taken instead of or alongside A Levels.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- STEM
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Sports field
- Library
Sports
- Football
- Rugby
- Swimming
- Padel
Arts
- Music
- Creative arts
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- COBIS, KHDA
- Memberships
- COBIS, COIS
- Inspection
- KHDA · Good
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Runs three differentiated learning pathways, with the Inclusion Team coordinating with mentors and parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Follows the British curriculum while including Emirati culture and values and the UAE Educational Mandate.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
A transport partner runs morning and afternoon school bus pick-up and drop-off during term time.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
A cafeteria is available on campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on the British National Curriculum, extended by the Citizens Future Framework that combines core subjects with real-world application.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Designs individual pathways for learners needing additional support and is rated Good by KHDA for inclusion.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Learners studying English as an additional language have a pathway designed around them.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
The Wellbeing Centre offers mental health and emotional support for learners, parents and mentors.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Follows KHDA and UK safeguarding frameworks, with designated safeguarding leads, a governor and regular staff training.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Community
Runs parent coffee mornings, open days and community events, and extends wellbeing services to children beyond the school.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
All parents automatically belong to the Parents' Association, and a Parent Advisory Group meets school leadership regularly.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus facilities include STEM labs, a library, a Wellbeing Centre, a cafeteria, a production studio and a social gym.
- STEM Labs
- Library
- Wellbeing Centre
- Cafeteria
- Production Studio
- Social Gym
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Includes outdoor play areas, a multi-purpose hall, a swimming pool with a learning pool, a football and rugby pitch and padel courts.
- Shaded open play areas
- Multi-purpose hall
- Six-lane swimming pool
- Learning pool
- Football and rugby pitch
- Padel courts
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Offers a Creative Arts Programme and a music programme.
- Creative Arts Programme
- Music
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
A sustainability programme with hands-on farming experiences teaches learners about food and sustainable practices.
- Sustainability Programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
The Entrepreneurship Programme has learners turn their ideas into real products with mentor guidance.
- Entrepreneurship Programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Health and wellbeing programmes include yoga, mindfulness and meditation.
- Yoga
- Mindfulness
- Meditation
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Prospective families can start by booking a tour or sending an enquiry through the website.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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