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Best British Schools in Dubai

Best British Schools in Dubai

Dubai is home to people belonging to hundreds of different cultures and nationalities who are trying to find their place in the city. Without a doubt, parents want the best for their children. 

So, you’re probably looking for the right school for your child which not only provides the best education but also an overall holistic experience. 

British schools in Dubai have a great reputation. These schools provide excellent education by some of the most experienced trainers in their fields. They also offer a wide range of co curricular subjects that will suit the interests of the students. 

10 schools offering British Curriculum are ranked to be “Outstanding” by the KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority). Whereas 9 of them are ranked to be “Very Good” by the KHDA.

Generally, most British Schools in Dubai are classified as “Good” or “Better” by the KHDA.

We don’t expect you to scrutinize all these schools. We are here to make your school hunting easier!

Here is a list of some of the top British Schools in Dubai:

1. Repton School, Dubai

Repton School was inaugurated in 2007 as the international partner of the preparatory Repton School in England. It has an incredible reputation. It is considered to be one of the top-notch schools in Dubai. Repton follows the academic steadiness of the UK curriculum. 

Repton School Dubai

Repton is an expensive option but it is a competitive school that not only prepares your child academically, but also extracurricular.    

  •  KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 52k to AED 95k
  • Location: Nad Al Sheba 3, close to Dubai Silicon Oasis
  • Curricula: EYFS, UK National Curriculum, IGCSE, A Level, AS Level, GCSE
  • Founded: 2007
  • Contact: +971-4-426-9393
  • Websitereptondubai.org
  • Email: info@reptondubai.org 

2. Gems Wellington International School

Gems Wellington is one of the most highly reputable schools in Dubai. It garners its tremendous reputation from its marvelous UK based curriculum, empathic and committed teachers who help the students to reach their true potentials.

Gems Wellington International School

Gems Wellington International School has been ranked as “Outstanding” for the last five consecutive years by KHDA.

  •  KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 43 to AED 95k
  • Location: Al Sufouh, Sheikh Zayed Road
  • Curricula: EYFS, IB, UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 2005
  • Contact: +97143073000
  • Website: wellingtoninternationalschool.com
  • Email: reception_wis@gemsedu.com

3. Kings’ School Dubai (Al Barsha and Umm Suqeim)

King’s School has two branches in Dubai. Kings School Al Barsha facilitates students from FS1 to 13 and Kings School Umm Suqeim offers schooling from FS1 until Grade 6. Kings’ School takes their core values quite seriously. 

Kings’ School Dubai (Al Barsha and Umm Suqeim)

Kings’ School facilitates its students in academic excellence, leadership, emotional and social awareness.  

  •  KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 50k to AED 63k
  • Location: Al Barsha | Umm Suqeim
  • Curricula: EYFS, IB, UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 2014
  • Contact: +971-4-348-3939
  • Website: kings-edu.com
  • Email: reception-pri@kingsalbarsha.com

4. Horizon English School

Horizon English School focuses on academic excellence, leadership skills and wellbeing of their students. The school believes in treating their students equally and providing equal opportunities to everyone.

Horizon English School

Horizon English School facilitates 3 to 11 year olds. They put a greater emphasis on learning rather than speaking the English language fluently.

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 40k to 54k
  • Location: Street 30b Off Al Wasl Road
  • Curricula: EYFS, UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 1992
  • Contact: +971-4-342-2891
  • Website: horizonschooldubai.com
  • Email: info@horizonschooldubai.com

5. Dubai College

Dubai College is one of the most prestigious institutions of Dubai. It has the legacy of producing the most intellectual minds of their generation since its establishment in 1978.

Dubai College

Dubai College caters to students of Year 7 to Year 13. 

Dubai College supports its students academically as well as non-academically. It has a competitive sports department along with an exceptional art program to suit their students’ interests. 

Dubai College earned a well-deserved ranking of “Outstanding” by KHDA.

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 82k to AED 93k
  • Location: Al Sufouh Road
  • Curricula: UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 1978
  • Contact: +971-4-399-9111
  • Website: dubaicollege.org
  • Email: dcadmin@dubaicollege.org

6. Jumeirah College

Jumeirah is a co-educational, private secondary school that facilitates students of Year 7 to 13. On top of academic excellence, Jumeirah College offers exceptional facilities to its students. Jumeirah College has the legacy of producing all rounders. 

Jumeirah College

It has been consistently ranked as “Outstanding” by KHDA for the last nine years.

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 73k to AED 91k
  • Location: Al Wasl Road
  • Curricula: A Level, GCSE, UK National Curriculum, AS Level
  • Founded: 1999
  • Contact:+971-4-395-5524
  • Website: gemseducation.com
  • Email: info_jcd@gemsedu.com.

7. Nord Anglia International School

Nord Anglia International School teaches British Curriculum through exceptional academic mastery. The school offers a distinct way of teaching. It believes that students must be prepared in every field of life.

Nord Anglia International School

Nord Anglia International School offers an impressive range of co curricular activities to its students including Craft, Music, and Physical Education.

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 81k
  • Location: Al Barsha 3, Hessa St (D61. and Mohammad bin Zayed Road. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  • Curricula: EYFS, GCSE, IB DP, UK National Curriculum, IGCSE
  • Founded: 2014
  • Contact:+971 4 219 9999
  • Website: nordangliaeducation.com

8. GEMS Royal Dubai School

GEMS Royal Dubai School believes in the holistic development of its students. The school equips its students with outstanding educational mastery of UK National Curriculum. Moreover, the school encourages its students to participate in non-academic activities as well. 

GEMS Royal Dubai School

GEMS Royal Dubai School provides a warm and friendly environment for its students to grow and learn as they move forward in their academic journey. 

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 38k to AED 49k
  • Location: 6 11 A Street. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  • Curricula: EYFS, UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 2005
  • Contact: +971 4 288 6499
  • Website: royaldubaischool.com
  • Email: s.cain_rds@gemsedu.com

9. Regent International School

Regent International School is one of the top up and coming schools of Dubai. The school utilizes modern intelligence technology to ensure that its students are well-equipped for the future.

Regent International School

Regent International School has been recognized as “Outstanding” in the FS (Foundation Stage) for science and curriculum quality by KHDA. Moreover, the school was termed “Outstanding” by the BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspection 2019. DSIB (Dubai School Inspection Bureau) rated Regent as a ‘Very Good School’ from 2018-19.

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 45k to AED 51k
  • Location: Post Box No.62012. Al Warqaa 1, Dubai,
  • Curricula: EYFS, UK National Curriculum
  • Founded: 1993
  • Contact: +971 4 360 8830
  • Website: risdubai.com
  • Email: info@risdubai.org.

10. Dubai English Speaking School

Dubai English Speaking School caters to students from FS1 to Year 6. DESS allows its students the flexibility to spread their wings not only academically but also creatively.

Dubai English Speaking School

The school incorporates its core values into the students to ensure their success in the real as well as the spiritual world. 

  • KHDA Rating: Outstanding
  • Tuition Fee: AED 37k to AED 46k
  • Location: Oud Metha
  • Curricula: A Level, GCSE, BTEC, AS Level
  • Founded: 2005
  • Contact: +971-4-337-1457
  • Website: dessc.sch.ae
  • Email: admissions@dessdubai.com

We hope you found the list of best British Schools in Dubai helpful. Have something to add to the list? Comment below and let us know!

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