Horizon International School
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 10.6K–19.9K
AED 38.8K–73.1K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum international school in Dubai for girls and boys aged 3 to 18, on the Umm Al Sheif campus in Jumeirah. Member of the Cognita family, BSO accredited, and rated Very Good by KHDA.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Cognita. See all 101 schools of Cognita
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Gifted programme
- Yes
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 38,832≈ USD 10.6K |
| FS2 | AED 38,832≈ USD 10.6K |
| Year 1 | AED 44,572≈ USD 12.1K |
| Year 2 | AED 44,572≈ USD 12.1K |
| Year 3 | AED 50,863≈ USD 13.8K |
| Year 4 | AED 50,863≈ USD 13.8K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 38,832 (about USD 10.6K) |
| FS2 | AED 38,832 (about USD 10.6K) |
| Year 1 | AED 44,572 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Year 2 | AED 44,572 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Year 3 | AED 50,863 (about USD 13.8K) |
| Year 4 | AED 50,863 (about USD 13.8K) |
| Year 5 | AED 54,377 (about USD 14.8K) |
| Year 6 | AED 54,377 (about USD 14.8K) |
| Year 7 | AED 61,587 (about USD 16.8K) |
| Year 8 | AED 61,587 (about USD 16.8K) |
| Year 9 | AED 61,587 (about USD 16.8K) |
| Year 10 | AED 66,374 (about USD 18.1K) |
| Year 11 | AED 66,374 (about USD 18.1K) |
| Year 12 | AED 73,124 (about USD 19.9K) |
| Year 13 | AED 73,124 (about USD 19.9K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon International School (this school) | AED 38,832 (about USD 10.6K) | AED 73,124 (about USD 19.9K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
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)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 10% off tuition for the third child when three children are enrolled
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedEYFS · British curriculum · IGCSE · A Level
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
- Performing arts
- Sport
- STEM
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Drama studio
Sports
- Extensive sports programme
Arts
- Music
- Drama
- LAMDA
After-school activities
- Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Parkour
- Kung fu
- Rugby
- Netball
- LAMDA
- EVOLV3
- F1 in Schools
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Star Club
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Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO
- Inspection
- KHDA (DSIB) · Very Good · 2023/24
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
School day structure
From 2024-25, Foundation Stage offers optional extended hours until 2:45pm at no extra cost.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Member of the Cognita family, a network of 100+ global schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the British curriculum with EYFS, primary, secondary, IGCSE/GCSE, A Level and Post-16 stages.
- Early Years Foundation Stage
- Primary
- Secondary
- IGCSE/GCSE
- A Level
- Post-16
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Cognita emphasises wellbeing, with family resources and an annual Global Be Well Day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus at Umm Al Sheif includes a drama studio and sports and arts facilities.
- Drama studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Extracurricular sports include basketball, gymnastics, parkour, kung fu, rugby and netball.
- Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Parkour
- Kung fu
- Rugby
- Netball
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Runs EVOLV3 weekend enrichment for gifted students (Years 4-13) and the F1 in Schools STEM programme.
- EVOLV3
- F1 in Schools
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Drama lessons, monthly performance showcases and LAMDA qualifications are offered.
- Drama
- LAMDA
- Let's Perform showcase
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
School clubs and paid external activities; a partner after-school club for Foundation and Primary runs until 5pm on weekdays.
- Star Club (Foundation and Primary)
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
The Duke of Edinburgh International Award builds resilience, leadership and community volunteering.
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Accredited British School Overseas (BSO) and BSME accredited. Rated Very Good by KHDA in 2023/24.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are open for 2026/27 and 2027/28. Online forms need passports, birth certificate, two years of reports and vaccination records; year group follows age on 31 August.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarship mentoring for able secondary students in academic, sports and creative/performing arts, with leadership roles.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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