Nord Anglia International School Dubai
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- +2
Per yearabout USD 19K–28.7K
AED 69.6K–105K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British-curriculum international school in Al Barsha 3, Dubai, for ages 3 to 18, part of the Nord Anglia Education group.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by Nord Anglia Education. See all 90 schools of Nord Anglia Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
3,186
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 98
- Founded
- 2014
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
Fees
Source: Read from the school's websiteOfficial 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 |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 69,625≈ USD 19K |
| FS2 | AED 69,625≈ USD 19K |
| Year 1 | AED 81,228≈ USD 22.1K |
| Year 2 | AED 81,228≈ USD 22.1K |
| Year 3 | AED 87,030≈ USD 23.7K |
| Year 4 | AED 87,030≈ USD 23.7K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 69,625 (about USD 19K) |
| FS2 | AED 69,625 (about USD 19K) |
| Year 1 | AED 81,228 (about USD 22.1K) |
| Year 2 | AED 81,228 (about USD 22.1K) |
| Year 3 | AED 87,030 (about USD 23.7K) |
| Year 4 | AED 87,030 (about USD 23.7K) |
| Year 5 | AED 87,030 (about USD 23.7K) |
| Year 6 | AED 87,030 (about USD 23.7K) |
| Year 7 | AED 92,832 (about USD 25.3K) |
| Year 8 | AED 92,832 (about USD 25.3K) |
| Year 9 | AED 92,832 (about USD 25.3K) |
| Year 10 | AED 99,794 (about USD 27.2K) |
| Year 11 | AED 99,794 (about USD 27.2K) |
| Year 12 | AED 105,288 (about USD 28.7K) |
| Year 13 | AED 105,288 (about USD 28.7K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Nord Anglia International School Dubai (this school) | AED 69,625 (about USD 19K) | AED 105,288 (about USD 28.7K) |
| 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) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| 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
- Enrolment fee
- AED 5,000
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)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Online assessment, Video evidence
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · EYFS · British curriculum · IGCSE
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
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)Offered
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.
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
- Academics
- Languages
- Performing arts
- STEM
- Sport
- Visual arts
- Average class size
- 22
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 100%
- A Level · Top grades
- 60%
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Gym
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
- Tennis
- Basketball
- Science labs
- Dance studio
- Recording studio
- Amphitheatre
- Art studio
Sports
- Rugby
- Football
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Netball
- Cricket
- Rounders
- Gymnastics
- Volleyball
Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Drama
- Photography
- Art
- Performing arts
After-school activities
- Enrichment Programme
- Languages Programme
- NAS Music Academy
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- KHDA, NEASC, IB
- Memberships
- COBIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Part of the Nord Anglia Education group of schools.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Runs an English national curriculum from early years to Year 11, then offers IB Diploma, A Levels or BTEC pathways in the sixth form.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Reports 2026 results: 60% of A Level students scored A* to A with a 100% pass rate, and a 100% IB Diploma pass rate.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
Provides relaxation spaces such as a garden, a Jungle space and wellbeing rooms for sixth formers.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened to international students in September 2014 in Al Barsha 3.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Describes a large campus with classrooms, science labs, sports facilities, arts spaces, a Makerspace and an innovation hub.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Lists competition-level pools, learner pools, rugby and football pitches, indoor halls, and tennis and basketball courts.
- 25m competition pools
- Learner pools
- Rugby pitch
- Football pitch
- Basketball courts
- Tennis courts
- Gymnastics flooring
- Weight room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has close to 20 science labs, DICE labs, interactive classroom technology, and three libraries.
- Science labs
- DICE labs
- Interactive whiteboards
- iPads
- Libraries
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Includes a 524-seat auditorium, recording studio, Makerspace, organic garden and wellbeing spaces.
- 524-seat auditorium
- Recording studio
- Makerspace
- Organic garden
- Podcast studio
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Offers music, dance and drama, including the NAS Music Academy and a large auditorium for productions.
- NAS Music Academy
- Music
- Dance
- Drama
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Teaches several world languages from early years, with most language teachers described as native speakers.
- Arabic
- French
- German
- Mandarin
- Spanish
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Enquiry, virtual tour or visit, online application with fee, online assessment, then offer and enrolment fee.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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