Grammar School Dubai
- IB PYP
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- +1
Per yearabout USD 1.39K–1.92K
AED 5.12K–7.04K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum school in Dubai, Al Garhoud area. Classroom and extracurricular activities focus on the student, with the Athena values at the core and a strong partnership with parents.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB PYP · UK EYFS · British
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 60
- Founded
- 1970
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 |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| FS2 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| Year 1 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| Year 2 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| Year 3 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| Year 4 | AED 5,120≈ USD 1.39K |
| Year 5 | AED 5,760≈ USD 1.57K |
| Year 6 | AED 5,760≈ USD 1.57K |
| Year 7 | AED 5,760≈ USD 1.57K |
| Year 8 | AED 5,760≈ USD 1.57K |
| Year 9 | AED 7,040≈ USD 1.92K |
| Year 10 | AED 7,040≈ USD 1.92K |
| Year 11 | AED 7,040≈ USD 1.92K |
| Year 12 | AED 7,040≈ USD 1.92K |
| Year 13 | AED 7,040≈ USD 1.92K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| FS2 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| Year 1 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| Year 2 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| Year 3 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| Year 4 | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) |
| Year 5 | AED 5,760 (about USD 1.57K) |
| Year 6 | AED 5,760 (about USD 1.57K) |
| Year 7 | AED 5,760 (about USD 1.57K) |
| Year 8 | AED 5,760 (about USD 1.57K) |
| Year 9 | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
| Year 10 | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
| Year 11 | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
| Year 12 | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
| Year 13 | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Grammar School Dubai (this school) | AED 5,120 (about USD 1.39K) | AED 7,040 (about USD 1.92K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Emirates International School Meadows | AED 28,990 (about USD 7.89K) | AED 85,976 (about USD 23.4K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| Dubai British School Emirates Hills | AED 53,027 (about USD 14.4K) | AED 79,541 (about USD 21.7K) |
| 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 500
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, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
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.
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Science labs
- Ict lab
- Greenhouse
- Outdoor play area
- Cycle track
- Pe area
After-school activities
- Sporting activities
- Practical activities
- Academic clubs
- Radio team
- School clubs
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Additional learning support
The school runs an inclusive programme supporting students of determination, gifted students and EAL learners, led by a qualified Inclusion Head.
- Inclusion Head
- Individual learning plans
- Outside agency support
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs a fleet of air-conditioned buses with routes covering Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Food options
The canteen serves fresh, nutritious meals and the school promotes healthy eating habits.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows the England National Curriculum from FS2 to Year 13, with IGCSE/GCSE in Years 10-11 and Pearson Edexcel IAS and IAL in Years 12-13.
- National Curriculum for England
- EYFS
- IGCSE/GCSE/AQA
- Pearson Edexcel IAS/IAL
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
The school identifies students of determination and provides specialised support programmes, working with outside specialists and requiring relevant assessment reports from parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
The school has a clear child protection policy, safe recruitment checks, staff training, and works with external agencies when concerns arise.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Established in 1970 as a British curriculum school in Dubai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
The campus has two buildings, one for Foundation Stage and one for primary and secondary, with indoor and outdoor learning and play areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has a specialist PE teacher and two shaded areas with play equipment used for PE and outdoor play.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science laboratories, two ICT labs and a library, and all classrooms have interactive screens and internet access.
- Science laboratories
- ICT labs
- Library
- Interactive LED screens
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Students use a sustainability garden and greenhouse linked to learning, and younger students have playground areas including sand play and a cycle track.
- Sustainability garden
- Greenhouse
- Sand play area
- Cycle track
- Reading area
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and hobbies
Lunchtime and after-school activities cover sporting, practical and academic interests, and students can suggest new clubs.
- Sporting activities
- Practical activities
- Academic clubs
- Radio team
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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