The Winchester School Jebel Ali
- British
- IGCSE
- A Level
- BTEC
Per yearabout USD 4.07K–9.08K
AED 14.9K–33.4K · 2026-27 school year · Source: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
About
Dubai school in Jebel Ali teaching the National Curriculum for England to students from many countries. Rated 'Very Good' by KHDA. Part of the GEMS education group.
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
- Founded
- 2003
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 14,950≈ USD 4.07K |
| FS2 | AED 14,950≈ USD 4.07K |
| Year 1 | AED 18,688≈ USD 5.09K |
| Year 2 | AED 18,688≈ USD 5.09K |
| Year 3 | AED 18,688≈ USD 5.09K |
| Year 4 | AED 18,688≈ USD 5.09K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| FS 1 | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) |
| FS2 | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) |
| Year 1 | AED 18,688 (about USD 5.09K) |
| Year 2 | AED 18,688 (about USD 5.09K) |
| Year 3 | AED 18,688 (about USD 5.09K) |
| Year 4 | AED 18,688 (about USD 5.09K) |
| Year 5 | AED 18,688 (about USD 5.09K) |
| Year 6 | AED 19,936 (about USD 5.43K) |
| Year 7 | AED 19,936 (about USD 5.43K) |
| Year 8 | AED 19,936 (about USD 5.43K) |
| Year 9 | AED 23,674 (about USD 6.45K) |
| Year 10 | AED 26,685 (about USD 7.27K) |
| Year 11 | AED 26,685 (about USD 7.27K) |
| Year 12 | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| Year 13 | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · Reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Winchester School Jebel Ali (this school) | AED 14,950 (about USD 4.07K) | AED 33,352 (about USD 9.08K) |
| 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) |
| Al Diyafah High School | AED 9,506 (about USD 2.59K) | AED 20,475 (about USD 5.58K) |
| Dubai British School Emirates Hills | AED 53,027 (about USD 14.4K) | AED 79,541 (about USD 21.7K) |
| GEMS International School - Al Khail | AED 46,500 (about USD 12.7K) | AED 79,488 (about USD 21.6K) |
Source: school website (web.khda.gov.ae) · checked 2026-11-02 · 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: official government data (checked 2026-11-02)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- Sibling 4: up to 25%; Sibling 5 onwards: up to 50% (school fees only)
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
- STEM
- Visual arts
- Performing arts
- Sport
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- In-class support
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Arabic
- Nurse on site
- Yes
- School bus
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Library
- Theatre
- Sports field
- Makerspace
- Lab
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Memberships
- COIS
- Inspection
- KHDA · Very Good
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
Provides individual support for diverse learning needs, including students of determination and those learning English as an additional language.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Country affiliation
Follows the National Curriculum for England and has taught international students since 2003.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Bus service
Runs air-conditioned school buses with routes covering all parts of Dubai.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
School uniform is simple and distinctive and is bought from a designated outlet.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
School meals come from a food provider partner and use a cashless prepaid card system.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Part of the GEMS education group and follows its holistic education philosophy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on the National Curriculum for England, with IGCSE, A Level and BTEC courses.
- IGCSE
- A Level
- BTEC
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Publishes yearly highlights and top-student summaries for IGCSE, AS and A Level results.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Special educational needs (SEN)
Supports students with special educational needs alongside peers and asks families to share prior records before admission.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
A school counsellor supports students' social, emotional and mental wellbeing and shares wellbeing toolkits and activities.
- Spring Wellbeing Toolkit
- Summer Wellbeing Toolkit
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Has taught the National Curriculum for England since 2003 and draws on the GEMS Cambridge legacy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
Classrooms have interactive screens and internet; facilities include an auditorium, sports fields, labs and libraries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Sports facilities
Indoor and outdoor sports fields, plus a multi-purpose indoor auditorium for indoor games.
- Sports fields
- Multi-purpose auditorium
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic facilities
Has science labs, computer labs, libraries, STEAM cafés, a BTEC lab and a food and nutrition lab.
- Science laboratories
- Computer laboratories
- Libraries
- STEAM cafés
- BTEC lab
- Food and nutrition lab
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular facilities
Has art and music rooms, student-led art cafés and an on-site infirmary.
- Art and craft room
- Music room
- Art cafés
- Infirmary
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Encourages art, music and performance, with dedicated spaces for creative expression.
- Art and craft
- Music
- Public speaking and theatre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Records student achievements, including Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, and publishes related materials.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Asks for special educational needs records before admission and states it does not refuse places solely on SEN grounds.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
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