Jebel Ali School
- British
- A Level
- BTEC
Per yearabout USD 13.5K–27.7K
AED 49.6K–102K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British-curriculum school in Jebel Ali, Dubai, serving Foundation Stage 1 to Year 13, with a skills-based 6Cs learning approach and a curriculum adapted to the UAE.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Taaleem. See all 16 schools of Taaleem
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British · A Level · BTEC
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
2,000
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Selectivity
- Selective
- Sibling discount
- 10% on tuition for the third (youngest) and subsequent child paying full fees; applies across Taaleem Dubai schools
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 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| FS2 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 1 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 2 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 3 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 4 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 5 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 6 | AED 49,636≈ USD 13.5K |
| Year 7 | AED 89,774≈ USD 24.4K |
| Year 8 | AED 89,774≈ USD 24.4K |
| Year 9 | AED 89,774≈ USD 24.4K |
| Year 10 | AED 89,774≈ USD 24.4K |
| Year 11 | AED 89,774≈ USD 24.4K |
| Year 12 | AED 101,671≈ USD 27.7K |
| Year 13 | AED 101,671≈ USD 27.7K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| FS2 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 1 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 2 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 3 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 4 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 5 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 6 | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Year 7 | AED 89,774 (about USD 24.4K) |
| Year 8 | AED 89,774 (about USD 24.4K) |
| Year 9 | AED 89,774 (about USD 24.4K) |
| Year 10 | AED 89,774 (about USD 24.4K) |
| Year 11 | AED 89,774 (about USD 24.4K) |
| Year 12 | AED 101,671 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 13 | AED 101,671 (about USD 27.7K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali School (this school) | AED 49,636 (about USD 13.5K) | AED 101,671 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| 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) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- AED 2,000
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
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.
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.
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
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Academics
- Teachers
- 300
Exam results
- A Level · Top grades
- 54%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- Gifted programme
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Theatre
- Music room
- Art room
- Darkroom
- Design tech workshop
- Computer suite
Arts
- Drama
- Dance
- Music
- Art
- Photography
- Design technology
After-school activities
- Choir
- Theatre Thursdays
- Tuneful Tuesday
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Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Offers tailored one-to-one or small group support for specific learning difficulties and exceptionally more able students.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
A transport company runs school bus routes serving several areas across Dubai.
- Mudon
- Arabian Ranches
- Mira
- Sports City
- Damac Hills
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Source: Read from the school's website
Uniform
Each school stage has its own uniform, sold by a designated store; the PTA runs a second-hand uniform shop.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
A cafeteria run by a food provider offers meal plans and cashless cards; students may bring packed lunches. Allergies are declared at sign-up.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The principal leads governance, overseen by the Taaleem Education Board and the Jebel Ali School Advisory Board.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the English and Welsh national curricula, adapted for the UAE, with a 6Cs skills approach leading to GCSE, BTEC and A-level.
- Foundation Stage
- Primary
- Secondary
- Sixth Form
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Publishes GCSE, A-level and BTEC results for 2024 to 2026, including pass rates and grade distributions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Has operated for 48 years and moved to its current 21st-century campus in 2016.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A parent and teacher group that runs community events and fundraising and welcomes volunteers.
- Winter Fairs
- International Days
- Movie evenings
- Quizzes
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic facilities
Specialist arts facilities include a drama room, music rooms, art rooms, a darkroom, design workshops and a large auditorium.
- Drama room
- Music rooms
- Music practice rooms
- Art rooms
- Photography darkroom
- Design technology workshops
- Auditorium
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Arts activities include drama productions, concerts, choirs, and art and photography projects, plus competitions.
- Drama productions
- Termly music concerts
- Choir
- Art
- Photography
- Dance
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Applications are made by year group availability. Priority goes to staff children, siblings and UAE nationals.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Waitlist
Waiting lists are open for many year groups, and places are offered as they become available.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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