The Oxford School Dubai
- British
- IGCSE
Per yearabout USD 3.46K–5.48K
AED 12.7K–20.1K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum school in Dubai, founded 1988 and part of the LEAMS Education group. Admits pupils from foundation stage to Year 13.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
British · IGCSE
Ages
Ages 4–18
Students
2,200
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 50
- Founded
- 1988
- Accreditations
- pearson, CIE
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 12,695≈ USD 3.46K |
| FS2 | AED 12,695≈ USD 3.46K |
| Year 1 | AED 13,836≈ USD 3.77K |
| Year 2 | AED 13,836≈ USD 3.77K |
| Year 3 | AED 13,836≈ USD 3.77K |
| Year 4 | AED 13,836≈ USD 3.77K |
| Year 5 | AED 13,836≈ USD 3.77K |
| Year 6 | AED 14,420≈ USD 3.93K |
| Year 7 | AED 14,420≈ USD 3.93K |
| Year 8 | AED 14,420≈ USD 3.93K |
| Year 9 | AED 14,979≈ USD 4.08K |
| Year 10 | AED 14,979≈ USD 4.08K |
| Year 11 | AED 20,128≈ USD 5.48K |
| Year 12 | AED 20,128≈ USD 5.48K |
| Year 13 | AED 20,128≈ USD 5.48K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 12,695 (about USD 3.46K) |
| FS2 | AED 12,695 (about USD 3.46K) |
| Year 1 | AED 13,836 (about USD 3.77K) |
| Year 2 | AED 13,836 (about USD 3.77K) |
| Year 3 | AED 13,836 (about USD 3.77K) |
| Year 4 | AED 13,836 (about USD 3.77K) |
| Year 5 | AED 13,836 (about USD 3.77K) |
| Year 6 | AED 14,420 (about USD 3.93K) |
| Year 7 | AED 14,420 (about USD 3.93K) |
| Year 8 | AED 14,420 (about USD 3.93K) |
| Year 9 | AED 14,979 (about USD 4.08K) |
| Year 10 | AED 14,979 (about USD 4.08K) |
| Year 11 | AED 20,128 (about USD 5.48K) |
| Year 12 | AED 20,128 (about USD 5.48K) |
| Year 13 | AED 20,128 (about USD 5.48K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Oxford School Dubai (this school) | AED 12,695 (about USD 3.46K) | AED 20,128 (about USD 5.48K) |
| 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
- 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
- Entry process
- Cat4, Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 15% first sibling; 20% second sibling (on annual tuition)
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.
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
- Academics
- STEM
- Sport
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Lab
Sports
- Badminton
- Chess
- Karate
- Tennis
- Table tennis
- Swimming
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Source: Read from the school's website
House system
Describes a schoolhouse system as part of school life.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the LEAMS Education group; the site lists a school governing body and leadership teams.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Based on the National Curriculum for England, with KS4 and KS5 pages and IGCSE and post-16 optional forms.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 1988; part of the LEAMS group, which the site describes as having over 40 years in education.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic facilities
Lists libraries, technology labs, STEAM and robotics projects, and wellbeing centres among its facilities.
- Libraries
- Technology labs
- STEAM and robotics projects
- Wellbeing centres
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Source: Read from the school's website
Accreditations
Lists BSME membership, Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment accreditation, and a partnership with Oxford University Press.
- BSME
- Pearson Edexcel
- Cambridge Assessment
- Oxford University Press
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Admissions open from foundation stage to Year 13; families can request a school tour through a form.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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