The Westminster School - Dubai
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 2.55K–4.96K
AED 9.36K–18.2K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
About
Private English-curriculum school in Al Qusais, Dubai, founded in 1995. Serves students from Foundation Stage to Year 13 (ages 3-18) and follows the National Curriculum for England.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Run directly by GEMS Education. See all 54 schools of GEMS Education
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
British · IGCSE · A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
5,000
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Grades
- FS1 – Year 13
- Nationalities
- 70
- Founded
- 1995
- Deadline
- 2026-11-17
Fees
Source: Read 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 |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 9,362≈ USD 2.55K |
| FS2 | AED 9,362≈ USD 2.55K |
| Year 1 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 2 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 3 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 4 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 5 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 6 | AED 11,565≈ USD 3.15K |
| Year 7 | AED 12,482≈ USD 3.4K |
| Year 8 | AED 12,482≈ USD 3.4K |
| Year 9 | AED 14,686≈ USD 4K |
| Year 10 | AED 14,686≈ USD 4K |
| Year 11 | AED 18,203≈ USD 4.96K |
| Year 12 | AED 18,203≈ USD 4.96K |
| Year 13 | AED 18,203≈ USD 4.96K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 9,362 (about USD 2.55K) |
| FS2 | AED 9,362 (about USD 2.55K) |
| Year 1 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 2 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 3 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 4 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 5 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 6 | AED 11,565 (about USD 3.15K) |
| Year 7 | AED 12,482 (about USD 3.4K) |
| Year 8 | AED 12,482 (about USD 3.4K) |
| Year 9 | AED 14,686 (about USD 4K) |
| Year 10 | AED 14,686 (about USD 4K) |
| Year 11 | AED 18,203 (about USD 4.96K) |
| Year 12 | AED 18,203 (about USD 4.96K) |
| Year 13 | AED 18,203 (about USD 4.96K) |
Source: school website (gemsws-ghusais.com) · checked 2026-11-04 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Westminster School - Dubai (this school) | AED 9,362 (about USD 2.55K) | AED 18,203 (about USD 4.96K) |
| 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) |
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
Source: school website (gemsws-ghusais.com) · checked 2026-11-04 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- AED 525
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: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
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.
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
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Sports field
Sports
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Carom
- Chess
- Cricket
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Table Tennis
- Throwball
- Volleyball
Arts
- Drama
- Dance
- Music
- Art and craft
After-school activities
- Student clubs
- TEDxYouth
- Green events
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- Accreditations
- CIE, AQA, pearson
- Inspection
- KHDA · good
The essentials
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Additional learning support
Supports students with special educational needs mainly in mainstream classes, with withdrawal support where needed.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Follows the England National Curriculum and states recognition by Dubai's KHDA and the UAE Ministry of Education.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
School transport is outsourced to a provider and operated with a fleet of 64 air-conditioned buses.
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Diving deeper
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Uniform
Uniforms are bought from school-approved suppliers; textbooks and stationery are available at the school store.
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Food options
The school canteen sells healthy snacks and drinks at reasonable prices, with emphasis on hygiene and food quality control.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Presented as part of the GEMS group, with GEMS corporate office involvement noted in school history.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Follows the National Curriculum for England and prepares students for IGCSE and AS/A Level qualifications.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
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Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
Welcomes Students of Determination and provides adapted provision, resources and curricular options.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
English as an additional language (EAL)
Names English language learners as one of the groups given particular attention in provision.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Founded in 1995 in Al Qusais. The school cites Microsoft Showcase and Common Sense Digital Citizenship recognition since 2016.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities overview
Has three libraries, music and art rooms, six science labs, five computer rooms and outdoor play areas.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Includes a basketball court, outdoor track and playground, with a wide range of sports offered.
- Basketball Court
- Outdoor Track
- Playground
- Covered play area
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Six science laboratories, five computer rooms and audio-visual equipment support academic learning.
- Science laboratories
- Computer rooms
- Audio-visual equipment
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Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Arts and creative
Emphasises drama, dance, music, and art and craft as forms of self-expression.
- Drama
- Dance
- Music
- Art and craft
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Reputation
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Awards
Records Cambridge Top of the World placings in Chemistry (2006) and Biology (2007).
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Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
Admissions
Applicants sit admission assessments; SEND status alone is not a reason for refusal, and SEND siblings get priority subject to places.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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