Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai
- UK EYFS
- British
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 21.4K–32.6K
AED 78.8K–120K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British private school for children aged 3 to 18 in Dubai, a sister school of Royal Grammar School Guildford (UK), following the English National Curriculum with Arabic and Islamic Studies as core elements.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
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Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Device policy
- Device provided by the school
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 78,758≈ USD 21.4K |
| FS2 | AED 84,009≈ USD 22.9K |
| Year 1 | AED 95,560≈ USD 26K |
| Year 2 | AED 95,560≈ USD 26K |
| Year 3 | AED 95,560≈ USD 26K |
| Year 4 | AED 95,560≈ USD 26K |
| Year 5 | AED 101,861≈ USD 27.7K |
| Year 6 | AED 101,861≈ USD 27.7K |
| Year 7 | AED 101,861≈ USD 27.7K |
| Year 8 | AED 101,861≈ USD 27.7K |
| Year 9 | AED 113,412≈ USD 30.9K |
| Year 10 | AED 119,713≈ USD 32.6K |
| Year 11 | AED 119,713≈ USD 32.6K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 78,758 (about USD 21.4K) |
| FS2 | AED 84,009 (about USD 22.9K) |
| Year 1 | AED 95,560 (about USD 26K) |
| Year 2 | AED 95,560 (about USD 26K) |
| Year 3 | AED 95,560 (about USD 26K) |
| Year 4 | AED 95,560 (about USD 26K) |
| Year 5 | AED 101,861 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 6 | AED 101,861 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 7 | AED 101,861 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 8 | AED 101,861 (about USD 27.7K) |
| Year 9 | AED 113,412 (about USD 30.9K) |
| Year 10 | AED 119,713 (about USD 32.6K) |
| Year 11 | AED 119,713 (about USD 32.6K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai (this school) | AED 78,758 (about USD 21.4K) | AED 119,713 (about USD 32.6K) |
| 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
- Intake
- 9
- Open days
- 2026-10-29, 2026-10-31
- Sibling discount
- Sibling discounts apply (amount not stated)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
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.
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
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
Sports
- Physical education
Arts
- Art
- Music
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- Accreditations
- BSO
- Inspection
- Dubai School Inspection Bureau (KHDA) · Very Good · 2023-2024
The essentials
Source: Read from the school's website
Additional learning support
Follows Dubai's inclusive education framework, offering tailored support for pupils with special educational needs (SEND), pupils of determination and gifted learners.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the English National Curriculum, with Arabic and Islamic Studies as core subjects. Also runs a bespoke Riyada curriculum and six Learning Habits.
- Riyada curriculum
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Learning Habits
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
States over 90% of pupils meet or exceed the standard in international benchmarking tests, and 90% reach a Good Level of Development in Early Years.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Emphasises personal qualities such as resilience, collaboration and reflection through six Learning Habits and the Riyada curriculum.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
States all pupils, including those with SEND and pupils of determination, receive quality instruction and support in line with inclusive policies.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Promotes wellbeing under the Cognita Be Well Charter, including healthy eating, regular physical activity and social responsibility, with a Sparkle Foundation partnership.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
States safeguarding is a top priority, with all staff trained in current practice and new staff subject to background checks.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
A sister school of the UK Royal Grammar School Guildford, founded in 1509, sharing its standards and ethos.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic facilities
Uses specialist library, art and technology rooms, with iPads or laptops in KS1 and a 1:1 digital device in KS2.
- Library
- Art room
- Technology room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Instruction is in English, with Arabic and Islamic Studies taught as core subjects by specialist teachers from the early years onward.
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Reports a 'Very Good' rating in the KHDA (DSIB) inspection and an Outstanding rating from British Schools Overseas (BSO).
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Apply online with mandatory documents; the admissions team reviews and guides next steps. Year group 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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