The Sheffield Private School
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- BTEC
Per yearabout USD 6.43K–12.1K
AED 23.6K–44.6K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
British curriculum private school in Al Nahda, Dubai, with Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Inspected by the British Schools Overseas (BSO) in February 2025.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 13
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 23,631≈ USD 6.43K |
| FS2 | AED 23,631≈ USD 6.43K |
| Year 1 | AED 28,059≈ USD 7.64K |
| Year 2 | AED 28,059≈ USD 7.64K |
| Year 3 | AED 28,059≈ USD 7.64K |
| Year 4 | AED 28,059≈ USD 7.64K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 23,631 (about USD 6.43K) |
| FS2 | AED 23,631 (about USD 6.43K) |
| Year 1 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 2 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 3 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 4 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 5 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 6 | AED 28,059 (about USD 7.64K) |
| Year 7 | AED 33,231 (about USD 9.05K) |
| Year 8 | AED 33,231 (about USD 9.05K) |
| Year 9 | AED 33,231 (about USD 9.05K) |
| Year 10 | AED 36,921 (about USD 10.1K) |
| Year 11 | AED 36,921 (about USD 10.1K) |
| Year 12 | AED 44,563 (about USD 12.1K) |
| Year 13 | AED 44,563 (about USD 12.1K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Sheffield Private School (this school) | AED 23,631 (about USD 6.43K) | AED 44,563 (about USD 12.1K) |
| 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
- Deposit
- AED 2,363
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
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 15%; 4th child 25%; 5th child 30% (1st/eldest child no discount)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedBritish curriculum · IGCSE · A Level · BTEC
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
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- Device policy
- Bring your own device
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Sports field
- Library
- Gym
Sports
- Swimming
- Netball
- Football
- Hockey
- Volleyball
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Gymnastics
Arts
- Art studio
- Music room
After-school activities
- Duke of Edinburgh International Award
- Student Council
- TEDx
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- BSO
- Inspection
- BSO · Outstanding
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
An inclusion support team, with learning support teachers and counsellors, provides tailored support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
A British curriculum school in Dubai, part of the Britus Education group.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School buses run in partnership with a transport operator across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
- Qusais, Al Nahda
- Karama, Satwa, Bur Dubai, Deira
- Muhaisnah
- Sharjah
- Ajman
- Al Jaddaf, Business Bay, Dubai Land
- Springs, Tecom, Barsha Heights
- Sheikh Zayed Road metro stations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Offers a range of qualifications including IGCSE, A Levels and vocational pathways.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Counsellors work to make emotional control a shared theme across all phases.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Special educational needs (SEN)
Admits students with varied needs, including special educational needs and gifted students, with individual support plans.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
A primary EAL lead oversees English as an additional language support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Qualified counsellors support students with exam pressure, friendships and wellbeing.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A large open campus and a three-floor building with central air-conditioning and digital classrooms.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor pools, a sports hall and AstroTurf pitches are available.
- Covered five-lane swimming pool
- Learner pool
- Covered netball courts
- AstroTurf football and hockey pitches
- Auditorium hall
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
ICT suites, art studio, music room, science areas and a library with a librarian.
- ICT suites
- Art studio
- Music room
- Science area
- Library
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
A clinic with resident nurses and regular medical check-ups.
- School clinic
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Rated Outstanding by BSO, a fully accredited HPL school, and an approved exam centre and curriculum provider.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Apply online with documents; placement tests apply. The admissions office contacts applicants within about two working days.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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