Dubai National School - Al Twar
- American
Per yearabout USD 5.41K–10.6K
AED 19.9K–38.8K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Dubai National School Al Twar describes itself as an educational learning environment that aims for total positive development of students, with a focus on integrity, tolerance, wellbeing and mutual respect. It is accredited by NEASC and follows a mix of the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum and US standards.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
American
Language
English, Arabic
Type
International school
Fee level
- Religion
- islamic
- Entry process
- Entrance exam, Interview
- Accreditations
- NEASC, CIE
Fees
Source: Official records
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 26,253≈ USD 7.15K |
| ECC (1-2) | AED 26,253≈ USD 7.15K |
| ECC (2-3) | AED 26,253≈ USD 7.15K |
| Pre Primary | AED 19,872≈ USD 5.41K |
| KG 1 | AED 23,690≈ USD 6.45K |
| KG 2 | AED 23,690≈ USD 6.45K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| ECC (0-1) | AED 26,253 (about USD 7.15K) |
| ECC (1-2) | AED 26,253 (about USD 7.15K) |
| ECC (2-3) | AED 26,253 (about USD 7.15K) |
| Pre Primary | AED 19,872 (about USD 5.41K) |
| KG 1 | AED 23,690 (about USD 6.45K) |
| KG 2 | AED 23,690 (about USD 6.45K) |
| Grade 1 | AED 25,887 (about USD 7.05K) |
| Grade 2 | AED 25,887 (about USD 7.05K) |
| Grade 3 | AED 25,887 (about USD 7.05K) |
| Grade 4 | AED 28,003 (about USD 7.63K) |
| Grade 5 | AED 28,003 (about USD 7.63K) |
| Grade 6 | AED 28,003 (about USD 7.63K) |
| Grade 7 | AED 32,316 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Grade 8 | AED 32,316 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Grade 9 | AED 32,316 (about USD 8.8K) |
| Grade 10 | AED 37,227 (about USD 10.1K) |
| Grade 11 | AED 38,836 (about USD 10.6K) |
| Grade 12 | AED 38,836 (about USD 10.6K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai National School - Al Twar (this school) | AED 19,872 (about USD 5.41K) | AED 38,836 (about USD 10.6K) |
| 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)
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)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedAmerican curriculum
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Learning support (SEN)
- Moderately selective
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Library
- Sports field
- Art room
- Computer lab
- Science labs
Sports
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Soccer
Arts
- Visual arts
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Runs a three-tier support model with differentiated lessons and individual education plans for students who need extra help.
- Individual Education Plans
- Speech and language therapy
- Behaviour support
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Country affiliation
Arabic, Islamic Education and Social Studies follow the Ministry of Education curriculum; other subjects follow US standards.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Bus service
Operates a wide network of school bus routes; the campus is near main roads and a metro station.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Academics
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-08
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
A specialist team of teachers, therapists and psychologists assesses and supports students of determination.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Mental wellbeing
Describes a whole-school wellbeing approach covering emotional, social, mental and physical health.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Safeguarding
States compliance with the UAE Child Rights Law and a Designated Safeguarding Lead who handles student welfare concerns.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Parent experience
Community
Emphasises a family-like atmosphere and a community spirit shared by parents, staff and students.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Facilities
Facilities overview
A green campus with modern classrooms, two libraries, swimming pools, art rooms and science facilities.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Sports facilities
Has three multipurpose gymnasiums, a soccer field, basketball courts and swimming pools.
- Multipurpose gymnasiums
- Soccer field
- Basketball courts
- Swimming pools
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Academic facilities
Provides computer labs, science labs, two libraries and art rooms.
- Computer labs
- Science labs
- Libraries
- Art rooms
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Extra-curricular activities
Cultural and language
Runs competitions in Arabic poetry recitation and Qur'an memorisation rooted in Islamic values.
- Qalat Al-Arab poetry competition
- Ahl Allah wa Khasatuh competition
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Reputation
Awards
Has received several excellence and distinction awards and launched initiatives that encourage healthy competition between UAE schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Accreditations
Accredited by NEASC through its CIE since May 2012, with re-accreditation granted in July 2022.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Admissions
Admissions
Steps are online inquiry, application review, entrance exam, oral assessment, and for early years a play-based interview.
School website · Checked 2026-11-08
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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