Star International School Mirdif
- UK EYFS
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- +1
Per yearabout USD 9.31K–20K
AED 34.2K–73.5K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum school in Mirdif, Dubai, for ages 3 to 18. Part of International Schools Partnership, with a STEAM+ focus and English and Arabic instruction.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by International Schools Partnership (ISP). See all 121 schools of International Schools Partnership (ISP)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
UK EYFS · British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English, Arabic
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 80
- School day
- 07:30-14:40
- Inspection
- DSIB · Good with Very Good features (DSIB)
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 34,179≈ USD 9.31K |
| FS2 | AED 35,014≈ USD 9.53K |
| Year 1 | AED 40,193≈ USD 10.9K |
| Year 2 | AED 40,193≈ USD 10.9K |
| Year 3 | AED 45,864≈ USD 12.5K |
| Year 4 | AED 45,864≈ USD 12.5K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 34,179 (about USD 9.31K) |
| FS2 | AED 35,014 (about USD 9.53K) |
| Year 1 | AED 40,193 (about USD 10.9K) |
| Year 2 | AED 40,193 (about USD 10.9K) |
| Year 3 | AED 45,864 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Year 4 | AED 45,864 (about USD 12.5K) |
| Year 5 | AED 52,706 (about USD 14.4K) |
| Year 6 | AED 52,706 (about USD 14.4K) |
| Year 7 | AED 57,325 (about USD 15.6K) |
| Year 8 | AED 57,325 (about USD 15.6K) |
| Year 9 | AED 59,489 (about USD 16.2K) |
| Year 10 | AED 59,489 (about USD 16.2K) |
| Year 11 | AED 68,142 (about USD 18.6K) |
| Year 12 | AED 73,508 (about USD 20K) |
| Year 13 | AED 73,508 (about USD 20K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Star International School Mirdif (this school) | AED 34,179 (about USD 9.31K) | AED 73,508 (about USD 20K) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Pristine Private School | AED 12,300 (about USD 3.35K) | AED 29,204 (about USD 7.95K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
| Arcadia British School | AED 67,687 (about USD 18.4K) | AED 96,209 (about USD 26.2K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 500
- Enrolment 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
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Cat4, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- second child 10%, third child 15% (further children listed on the page)
- Financial aid
- Yes
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.
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
- STEM
- Languages
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Arabic
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
- Library
- Makerspace
- Sports hall
- Science labs
- Art room
- Music room
- Drama room
Sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Netball
- Volleyball
- Swimming
- Badminton
- Handball
- Dodgeball
- Yoga
Arts
- Drama
- Music
- Art and design
- Choir
After-school activities
- Chess Club
- Coding Club
- Robotics
- STEM Club
- Football
- Netball
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Yoga
- Drama and Theatre Club
- Art and Craft
- Primary School Choir
- Quran Club
- Arabic Calligraphy
- French Club
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More details
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Targeted EAL support, with the Head of Inclusion involved when extra needs are considered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Presents itself as a British school that follows the National Curriculum for England.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
School day structure
Drop-off and pickup times vary by year group, with an earlier finish on Fridays.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School bus service run with partner Busco, with GPS tracking, CCTV and a child safety button.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Food options
Families can send packed lunch or pre-order meals from the on-site cafeteria.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of International Schools Partnership, led by a principal with phase heads for primary and secondary.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the National Curriculum for England with STEAM+ learning, leading to IGCSE, BTEC and A Level qualifications.
- National Curriculum for England
- STEAM+
- IGCSE
- BTEC
- A Level
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Has a sensory support room, and the Head of Inclusion may join assessments for additional needs.
- Sensory support room
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Uses daily check-ins and counsellors, with a preventative pastoral care system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
Safeguarding policy and wellbeing initiatives support a safe, secure learning environment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Community
Emphasises a diverse community of over 80 nationalities and cultural celebrations.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Campus with science labs, studios and sports facilities, with an expansion planned.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor sports hall, football pitch, volleyball court and indoor heated swimming pool.
- Sports hall
- Football pitch
- Volleyball court
- Swimming pool
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Science labs, makerspace, libraries, art and design rooms, music room and food technology lab.
- Science labs
- Makerspace
- Libraries
- Art and design rooms
- Music room
- Food and technology lab
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Drama room and active play zones for indoor and outdoor play.
- Drama room
- Active play zones
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Learning clubs including chess, coding, robotics, STEM, book club, journalism and podcasting.
- Chess Club
- Coding Club
- Robotics
- STEM Club
- Book Club
- Journalism Club
- Podcasting Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Art and craft, drama, choir, dance and textile activities.
- Art and Craft
- Drama and Theatre Club
- Primary School Choir
- Just Dance
- Textile
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Arabic calligraphy, Arabic Reading Challenge, French Club, British Sign Language and Quran Club.
- Arabic Calligraphy
- Arabic Reading Challenge
- French Club
- British Sign Language
- Quran Club
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Leadership roles such as Pupil Parliament representatives, House Captains and Prefects.
- Student Parliament
- House Captains
- Prefects
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Yoga, mindfulness, swimming and fun fitness for health and wellbeing.
- Yoga
- Mindfulness
- Swimming
- Fun Fitness
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English and Arabic taught as first and second languages, with French offered as an additional language.
- English
- Arabic
- French
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bilingual teaching
Primary instruction in English and Arabic, building both languages alongside each other.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
States a DSIB inspection rating of Good with Very Good features.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Five steps: application, assessment, offer, registration with KHDA, and welcome. Enrolment is open year-round.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Scholarships for Year 10 and Year 12 applicants, based on academic achievement and global mindset.
- ISP Academic Excellence
- ISP International Learner
- ISP Tomorrow's Leaders
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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