Rashid and Latifa School
- British
- IGCSE
About
British curriculum school in Dubai, UAE, formed by uniting Latifa School for Girls and Rashid School for Boys. Uses an enhanced National Curriculum for England with an Emirati heritage focus.
Key facts
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Curriculum
British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
Bilingual school
- Selectivity
- Highly selective
Fees
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School year to be confirmed
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 2,100
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying.
Admissions
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- Entry process
- Interview, Essay, Arabic assessment, Cognitive assessment, Core subject assessment
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum · IGCSE
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.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Languages
- Performing arts
- Sport
- STEM
- Service
Student support
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- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Arabic
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Emphasises UAE culture, Emirati identity and Islamic values, with Arabic and Islamic education embedded across school life.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Governance and ownership
Overseen by a Board of Trustees, many of whom are alumni, providing strategic guidance. The school also has a CEO leading the wider Rashid and Latifa Schools Establishment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Uses an enhanced National Curriculum for England with a playful learning continuum across stages, transdisciplinary projects in middle school, and IGCSE subjects.
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Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
An Assistant Principal for Inclusion leads support so every child, including those with additional learning needs, can thrive.
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English as an additional language (EAL)
EAL teachers provide English language instruction and intervention across all stages, celebrating bilingualism as a strength.
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Safeguarding
Recruitment includes background, identity and qualification checks to promote safe practices and protect children.
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Parent experience
History
Origins in the 1980s as Latifa School for Girls and Rashid School for Boys, later unified under one identity while keeping its heritage and values.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Arabic and Islamic education are integrated into school life rather than taught only as standalone subjects.
- Arabic
- Islamic education
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Scholarship-based selection with an online application, document checklist, portfolio, cognitive and core subject tests, Arabic assessment, essay and interviews.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarship programme requiring at least 95% attendance and strong academic records, with an optional portfolio across up to five areas. Decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
- Academic Excellence
- Athletic Skills
- Artistic Skills
- Arabic Skills
- Entrepreneurial Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Public Speaking
- Technology and AI Skills
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Location
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Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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