Horizon English School
- UK EYFS
- British
Per yearabout USD 8.58K–12K
AED 31.5K–44.1K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum primary school in Jumeirah, Dubai, serving children aged 3 to 11 (FS1 to Year 6) with British-trained teachers.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
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Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British
Ages
Ages 3–11
Students
1,000
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 6
- Founded
- 1989
- Selectivity
- Open entry
- Inspection
- KHDA · Outstanding
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 31,503≈ USD 8.58K |
| FS2 | AED 31,503≈ USD 8.58K |
| Year 1 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
| Year 2 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
| Year 3 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
| Year 4 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
| Year 5 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
| Year 6 | AED 44,121≈ USD 12K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 31,503 (about USD 8.58K) |
| FS2 | AED 31,503 (about USD 8.58K) |
| Year 1 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 2 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 3 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 4 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 5 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| Year 6 | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon English School (this school) | AED 31,503 (about USD 8.58K) | AED 44,121 (about USD 12K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Uptown International School | AED 38,938 (about USD 10.6K) | AED 96,461 (about USD 26.3K) |
| Dubai British School Emirates Hills | AED 53,027 (about USD 14.4K) | AED 79,541 (about USD 21.7K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
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
- Entry process
- Entry assessment
- Open days
- 2026-11-12
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
- Service
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- Advanced
- Gifted programme
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Sports field
- Theatre
- Art room
- Computing lab
- Stem room
- Tennis court
- Netball court
- Recording studio
- Playground
Sports
- Tennis
- Netball
After-school activities
- After School Care
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Mainstream school with an inclusion department, school counsellor and occupational therapist. Offers a daily life-skills class for children with complex needs.
- Inclusion department
- School counsellor
- Occupational therapist
- New Horizons programme
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Delivers the National Curriculum of England from FS1 to Year 6, taught by British-trained teachers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Cites a top-10 TIMMS ranking, over 80% outperforming on international benchmark tests, over 90% passing the Year 1 phonics screen, and 90% reaching Good Level of Development.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Emphasises friendships, resilience and emotional wellbeing, with a school counsellor and home-school partnership.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
States it offers intensive one-to-one support and an alternative curriculum for a wide range of special needs. The school is wheelchair friendly.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
English language learners take the WIDA online assessment with the Head of Inclusion on admission to identify the support they need.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened in 1989 and has operated for over 35 years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
A parent-led group, Friends of Horizon, runs social events for families including a new-parent coffee morning and family festivals.
- Family Beach Day
- International Day
- Autumn Festival
- Winter Festival Sing-along
- Community Iftar
- Family Movie Night
- Park Playdates
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Friends of Horizon, a parent-led group, plans school events and welcomes volunteers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Has two libraries, two swimming pools, a performance hall, tennis and netball courts, a recording studio and dedicated Early Years spaces.
- Libraries (2)
- Swimming pools (2)
- Performance hall
- Tennis and netball courts
- Recording studio
- Early Years courtyard garden
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Has tennis and netball courts, a hybrid grass playing field and two swimming pools.
- Tennis court
- Netball court
- Hybrid grass playing field
- Swimming pools (2)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has a STEM room, two computing suites, art and creative rooms and two libraries.
- STEM room
- Computing suites (2)
- Art and creative rooms
- Libraries (2)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has an indoor Early Years play area, an Early Years courtyard garden and an outdoor playground for all students.
- Indoor Early Years play area
- Early Years courtyard garden
- Outdoor playground
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Cultural and language
Runs the Junior and Mini Duke Awards, with challenges including languages, art, music and cultural experiences.
- Junior Duke Award
- Mini Duke Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Named Early Years Team of the Year at the 2026 Education Achievement Awards and was celebrated as the Happiest School in the UAE at the Top School Awards.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are made per child with documents such as passports, birth certificate and recent reports. Year group on entry is set by age on 31 August.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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