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Better Education Your essential guide to the UAEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nurseries, schools and universities

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Welcome... Education shapes a child’s future, and yours may be heading off, or switching, to a school for the first time, which is why extensive research on an institution, and curriculum, plays an imperative role. This handy Better Education guide offers everything from the best curriculums in the UAE (page 4), to setting up a smart homework station (17), and picking a tutor (page 14) to develop your child’s skill set. This comprehensive book offers in-depth knowledge on nurseries, schools and universities in the UAE, so you are sure to find a great one. Take your pick according to whatever level of education you’re looking for, in the listings pages broken down by emirate. All establishments are arranged alphabetically, with a summary detailing all the information you need to know – fees, facilities, extra-curricular activities and contact details. Once you have chosen the institution, bidding farewell on their first day will surely be memorable, but heart breaking too. Read on to find out how to deal with your child’s nerves, and tears – on page 8 – so that they enjoy their first day learning, and making friends. Now that you have this book in hand, make a decision, sit back, and watch your child grow.

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Aldar Academies: Al Ain International School

21 Nurseries

6 Curriculum focus

59 Schools

12 Back to school

Explore suitable options for your Pamper your loved ones with child, before you make a trendy school accessories, that firm decision they will love toting around

115 Universities

16 A lesson in private tutoring Helpful advice to assist you with picking the right tutor

10 School season prep

14 Top achievers

18 Homework station

Expert advice to make sure your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first day is one filled with happiness and memories

Talented children from schools in the region, pursue their interests and hobbies

Build a peaceful zone for your child, so that he/she can focus and progress successfully

Curriculum focus

Picking a curriculum isn’t always an easy choice to make, especially for adults new to the options in the UAE. Read on to find the best option for your child

Schools in the UAE offer every curriculum possible, to suit the expat community, and it’s up to the parent to pick one that will best fit their child’s future needs and requirements. Most parents tend to go down the route of the same system they studied, or that of their national country, however people are now considering choosing one according to their child’s interests, and the country they prefer sending their child to for higher 6

studies. If curriculums are a conundrum, this guide of the leading types in the country will help you make a clear decision for your child. UK National Curriculum (GCSE) GCSE (The General Certificate of Secondary Education) is one of the most renowned educational systems globally. The British system is aimed towards those between five-16 years of age. At GCSE

level (Grade 11), students are required to complete their final board exam in compulsory subjects like English and Math, along with others such as Science (choice of Physics, Biology, and Chemistry), Psychology, Law, Media Studies, and Business Studies, Economics and/or Accounting. Some schools let you choose either or, and you can either mix up the two streams, or go down one in particular (i.e.

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People are choosing a curriculum according to their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests

all science subjects if your child wants to pursue medical studies). The advantage of GCSE is that students have the freedom to choose subjects they desire, according to their interest and career path. UK National Curriculum (A-levels) After completing the final GCSE exam, students can continue their higher studies in A-levels. The Cambridge International AS and A-levels allows you to narrow down your GCSE subjects to three or

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four in A-levels. By this stage, your child will require to submit multiple coursework, all of which are calculated towards the final A-level grade (this happens at GCSE level as well). Students heading to the UK for further studies, usually benefit from doing A-levels, as it is well recognised. US National Curriculum (IB) The International Baccalaureate programme requires students to pick six subjects, usually split up into three higher level and three

standard level subjects. “This is the perfect programme for students seeking a broad, challenging education with a global view,” says Dr. Chiara Tabet, Head of Senior School and IB Coordinator at Aldar Academies Al Bateen Secondary School. The system is aimed towards kids between ages 15-16, and serves as an alternative to A-levels, however, it is an entirely different two-year programme. Students get to pick one subject from six groups – language, science, arts and a few others. Math and English

Students work independently at developing academic and practical skills are compulsory subjects. The IBCP, a career related learning system is a framework similar to the IB programme’s core values. “It provides a platform for the school to meet the specific needs of the students,” says Mr Michael Worth, IBCP Coordinator at Greenfield Community School. “Students are able to work independently at developing traditional academic and practical skills which will enable them to be recognised by universities, higher education institutes and apprenticeships. This will ultimately lead to life-long learning and employment.” 8

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Can you get into a foundation programme at university without doing A-levels and IB? Yes, the GED Testing Service allows you to enter university right after GCSE’s. However, this is more ideal for adults who return back to university, without previously completing high school education. It isn’t advisable for children who are in school at the moment. “A-Level and IB are much better than a foundation year. Foundation years are brief, focused on academic English, instead of two years on subject specialisms, which is the key to the British system,” says Paul Kelly, Head of University placement at Gabbitas Education. Foundation years aren’t a substitute for two years of academic study of certain subjects on an IB or A-Levels. “Broadly speaking A-Levels are best for science subjects, especially anything to do with Maths. IB can be good for humanities, though basically A-Levels, and especially the newer Pre-U, are specifically designed for entry into UK universities,” says Paul. The sole reason people do a foundation year is if they have the full high school diploma in a country, that isn’t eligible for entry in a university in UK. August 2015

School season prep

Sending your child off to school after a long summer holiday may bring about mixed emotions for them. Here’s how you can make it a fruitful one

CALM THEIR FEARS Toddlers may kick up a fuss or get slightly anxious the day before. Point out that they shouldn’t worry, and ask for help whenever required. If they still seem worried, take their minds of it by playing a game, or watching their favourite cartoon or TV show together. Meet with the teacher to give them an understanding of your child before school or nursery begins. “Give the teacher information about your little one’s preferences, dislikes, 10

fears and home routine. We ask parents to come in for orientation days and have a form which families fill out to ensure there is a strong pathway established from the start,” says Zahra Hamirani, CEO at The Blossom Nursery. HEAD TO THE STORES Your child needs to know that school is a fun environment where they are going to learn a number of exciting things. A week before school begins let your child pick out his/

her favourite school bag, lunch box, and stationery, so that they get geared up and excited about using it. GO THROUGH THE SCHEDULE If your toddler is going to nursery or school for the first time, let them know they will have a recess where they can eat and mingle with other children in the playground. This lets them get a vague idea of the day ahead. Also, letting them know they can play and enjoy during break

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time, will help keep them at ease and make them look forward to making new friends. PACK THEIR FAVOURITE FOOD Get creative with your child’s lunch and pack an array of healthy options for them to indulge in. It’s important to get them involved in the lunchbox process by giving them a few options the evening before. Make sure the meal is well balanced, August 2015

and you sneak in a treat or two to keep them happy. If you have fussy eaters on hand, try using charactershaped sandwich cutters, or making fun bento boxes to keep them intrigued every day. PLAN AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES If your child is interested in a particular sport, instrument, or any other activity, enroll them in classes to keep them motivated and active. Try not

to force an activity on your child though, and let them pick one themselves, so that they are comfortable and enjoy it too. COMMUNICATE WELL “If you do not speak English at home, let the teacher know important words in your child’s vocabulary so they are comfortable communicating with the teacher,” says Zahra. When you pick up your child, talk about their experience, to get a sense of it. 11

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TOP ACHIEVERS

Take a look at these high-performing students excelling at schools in the region

Name: Sai Rushali Srivastava Year group: 12 Al Bateen Secondary School Interest: Acting and writing

Name: Joseph Rychwalski Year Group: 9 (Grade 8 in the American system) Cranleigh Abu Dhabi Interest: Academics

Sai, a prefect in Grade 12, is also one of the top 10 mathematic students in the school. She has acted in the school’s Alice in Wonderland production and was selected to audition for Hollywood by IPOP. Sai has published a short story in Al Bateen’s ‘We are writers’ book and continues excelling through leadership opportunities provided by the school.

Joseph received The Spirit of Cranleigh Award, given annually on Speech Day to those who embody everything the school stands for. He is hard-working and thoughtfu individual, willing to have a go at just about any project, encouraging of others, and has budding leadership skills, with a positive spirit at his time in the school.

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Name: Rhea Carvalho Year Group: Grade 11, studying the IB Careerrelated programme with Business and Visual Art as IB Diploma subjects. Greeenfield Community School Interest: Cake decorating

Name: Aysha Hajsaleh Year group: 12 Al Bateen Secondary School Interest: Journalism

Rhea has raised money for a charity in India, through cake sales, and even commissions cakes for birthdays, graduation ceremonies, and various celebrations here in the UAE. She continues to develop her skills at the International Centre for Culinary Arts (a culinary school in Knowledge Village) and gained work experience at Bloomsbury Cakes, Dubai Mall.

Aysha is the Editor in Chief of the Student Magazine (‘AB Buzz’), and organised a promotional event to launch the online version of the magazine. Health and fitness are of great importance to her, and after school, she hosts fitness classes for the staff. Aysha has received a Philosophy award from her school, and gets the motivation to push forward through the school’s leadership team.

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A LESSON IN PRIVATE TUTORING Picking the best tutor for your child isn’t always an easy task. Find out what to look for, when hiring extra help, so that your child can excel at school

It’s important to evaluate your tutor, so that you aren’t wasting your finances and child’s time. Read on to explore how to choose a tutor. Check qualifications: Your tutor must have at least a high-school degree, not primarily just for his/her ability to teach a subject, but so 16

that he/she understands the education theory, strategies and approaches required of a good teacher. Analyse the relationship building process: There’s nothing worse than a terrified child who can’t question a tutor. It is critical that your child feels relaxed and

comfortable enough to ask for help no matter the query, to be able to learn. The tutor should have a non-judgmental character, and be observant of your child’s strengths and weaknesses. Monitor your child’s reports: If grades haven’t increased, it can sometimes be a clear

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Ask the Tutor Everything you need to enquire about: ŏ How many years have you been a tutor? ŏ Can you provide testimonials or references? ŏ Do you have any particular teaching techniques or philosophy? ŏ What extra supplies or materials do you provide (if any)? ŏ How will you be able to define the child’s needs? ŏ Will you be giving the child homework, and assisting with school work as well? ŏ Where will the tutoring classes take place? ŏ Are the costs per session, term, or on a monthly basis?

indication that the tutoring process isn’t a success. The tutor needs to develop a child’s attitude towards learning. The suggested rule of thumb is to monitor your child’s progress after ten hours of one-on-one tutoring sessions. The child should be able to go on without a tutor, after a while, as he/she shouldn’t get August 2015

used to being spoon-fed – this can be harmful when your child heads to university later on. Get actual feedback: Communicate with your tutor after every session, to find out your child’s progress, eagerness to develop learning skills, and high-and low-points. It’s also important to speak to your

The tutor needs to develop a child’s attitude towards learning. child about whether he/she is grasping what’s being taught, to find out if it is reflecting at school, and during individual study sessions. 17

Homework Station Create the perfect study environment, so that your child can focus, and let his/her creativity flow PLAN STORAGE SPACE A cluttered space with papers, notes and books thrown around can be absolutely de-motivating. Folders and trays are great organisational tools, especially for those who make notes and have multiple assignments, as the trays keep everything gathered together in one place. The desk won’t only look neat and tidy if all papers are filed away, but will also get your child into the habit of being organised. PRINT OUT A SCHEDULE Planning your child’s study time meticulously is extremely vital. Sit down with your child to organise the week ahead, according to his/her preferences and assignments. Make sure your child studies during the same time slot daily, to get him/her into a routine. Striking off completed tasks can be quite fulfilling, if they have completed all the tasks for the day. It will also help them keep on track, making sure they don’t miss any assignment deadlines. HANG A WHITE-OR BLACKBOARD If your child has to write an 18

essay, get him/her into the habit of jotting down ideas or making spider diagrams on the boards, before writing it out. This is a great brainstorming exercise, and the nifty board allows your child to make note of thoughts before forgetting it. FIX THE LIGHTING A workstation should be well lit up. Children should not be studying in a dimly lit area, as this can ruin their eyesight in the long run – by them straining their eyes to read.

Make sure you install a desk light, that’s brighter than the room light. PICK SUPPLIES The last thing you want is for your child to waste time looking around for a pen, geometry set, or highlighter while studying. Equip their desks with all the necessary essentials, and let them pick out stationery in their favourite colours. This may get them slightly motivated, as they enjoy using the items they shopped for.

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Al Dana Nurseries

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Apple Bee Nursery Al Rowdah area Abu Dhabi 02 443 4747 02 445 3317 piccadillynursery.com

Birds of Hope Nursery Al Salah Abu Dhabi 02 621 3411

Bright Beginnings Nursery Al Mehairba 02 445 5339 Al Mushrif 02 449 2840 Saadiyat Island 02 628 4816 Abu Dhabi brightbeginnings.ae

British Orchard Nursery – Abu Dhabi Al Nayhan Abu Dhabi 02 443 9892 Al Bateen Abu Dhabi 02 622 2903 britishorchardnursery.com

Busy Bees Nursery Madinat Zayed Abu Dhabi 02 621 9492 busybees-nursery.com

Curriculum Arabic/US Age 45 days to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees From AED14,000 (Yearly)

Activities We provide safe, secure and appropriate outdoor discovery / play areas that provide a range of opportunities for the social, physical and emotional development of children with security and safety standards. it comprises of sleeping-and meal-rooms. We provide clinical services in all branches with nurses to take care of children’s health during the nursery day and write reports about each child in his /her health file. Hours of operation 7.30am- 05.00pm.

Curriculum The American Creative Curriculum Age 6 weeks to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees On request

Activities Arts and crafts activities play a large part in Apple Bee nursery daily routine. we provide children with opportunities to develop their fine motor skills (small hand muscles) using a variety of materials like play dough, chalk, crayons, paint. Hours of operation 8am-5pm

Curriculum Arabic Age 40 days to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees From AED1,000 to AED1,500 per month

Activities Play cubes, face painting, sand play, play area, sand drawing, painting. Hours of operation 7am-3pm; extra hours available upon request.

Curriculum UK Age 1 month to 4 years Term dates Sep- Dec, Jan- Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Aug (optional holiday program) Fees On request

Activities Two outdoor play areas, water play area, mini cars and bikes, tiny shops and houses, swings, sandpit. The second outdoor area consists of ball play, climbing frames, balance equipment, a trampoline, tunnels, etc. Indoor area includes a library, dressing-up area, puppet theatre, play kitchen and a computer pod. Plus designated music area with instruments and cooking activities. Hours of operation 7am-2pm; late classes until 4pm.

Curriculum the British National Curriculum (EYFS) Age 6 weeks up to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr- Jun Fees On request

Activities Themed classrooms, covered outdoor area with car track, sand and water areas, a climbing frame, construction area and outdoor gardening area, large role play area to support emergent reading, writing and speaking as well as social interaction and physical development, library, IT room, sleeping room, sensorial baby and toddler area as well as feeding room for nursing mothers. As with all our nurseries we have a clinic and a trained nurse on site, CCTV monitoring in all classrooms and provide a well-equipped gym. Hours of operation 6:45am- 6:00pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4.5 years Term dates SeptemberNovember, December February, March - June Fees From AED7,410 (Per-term)

Activities Singing & dancing, arts & crafts, physical activities, water & sand play, mark-making, play dough, constructive playtime, freeplay, stories and so much more... Hours of operation 8am-2pm

Nurseries Butterfly Montessori Khalidiyah Abu Dhabi 02 665 8611 admont.ae

Edu Care Nursery Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street Abu Dhabi 02 665 8882 Al Muroor Street Abu Dhabi 02 448 3744 educarenursery.com

First Steps Nursery Karama Street Abu Dhabi 02 446 0960 / 02 445 4920 firststeps.ae

Future Nursery Airport Road Abu Dhabi 02 445 3933

Future Stars Nursery Falah Street Abu Dhabi 02 642 0177

Giggles English Nursery Airport Road Branch Abu Dhabi 02 641 6255 Mina Road Branch Abu Dhabi 02 673 4226 gigglesenglishnursery.com

Curriculum EYFS Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates SeptemberNovember, December February, March - June Fees From AED5,000 (Perterm)

Activities Languages and Literacy (Arabic, English & French), Natural Sciences & Environment, Mathematics, Sensorial, Geography & History, Art and Craft, Music , Movement & Drama, Montessori celebrates all occasions. Field trips are part of the curriculum. Hours of operation 7.15am-1pm, KidzGym opens at 1.30pm until 5pm Sunday â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Thursday AED1,500 per child per term.

Curriculum EYFS Age 1 months to 4 years Term dates September November, December - February, March - May, Summer Club : June - August Fees On request

Activities Never a dull moment, our program is designed to cover all the questions of young and inquiring minds. The Educational Development method we offer, instills mental and social maturity appropriate to the age and stage of development of each child. Hours of operation 6.30am-5pm

Curriculum UK Age 2 years to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED9,500 to AED11,200

Activities Field trips, special events, picnics, swimming, music time, painting. Hours of operation Regular nursery hours 8am-3pm. Children can attend for three or five days a week with timings to suit.

Curriculum UK/Arabic Age 3 months to 5 years Term dates Monthly Fees On request

Activities Craft, singing, painting, gym, dancing, puppetry, music, elementary education, storytelling, interactive games. Hours of operation 7am- 6.30pm.

Curriculum UK/Arabic Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees AED1,200 per month

Activities Painting, drawing, water play, sandplay, science trips, garden games. Hours of operation 6.30am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 12 months to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees From AED5,800 (Perterm)

Activities Language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, music, home arts, social and physical development, indoor-outdoor play area. Hours of operation 8am-2pm

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International Montessori Nursery Abu Dhabi 02 558 0062 imn.ae

Jigsaw Nursery & Creche Karamah , Abu Dhabi 02 445 5222 Mohammed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 050 648 9749 jigsawnurseryad.com

Humpty Dumpty Nurseries Street 11, Al Bateen Abu Dhabi 02 666 3277 Street 16, Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 556 1068 humptynursery.org

Kids Academy Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi 02 557 7636 Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi 02 446 6484 Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi 02 441 1991 kids-academy.ae

Kipina (Al Butin Nursery) Al Bateen Abu Dhabi 02 667 2445 kipinakids.com

Lady Bird Private Nursery and Preschool Al Bateen Abu Dhabi 02 667 3881 / 02 658 1876 lady-bird-nursery.com

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Curriculum the British National Curriculum (EYFS) Age 18 months to 5 years Term dates Monthly Fees From AED11,000 (Perterm)

Activities Pouring, spooning, whisking, beating, washing, polishing, sweeping and dressing frames, geography, history, art history, botany, zoology, land forms, maps, nomenclature cards and cultural folders. Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm

Curriculum UK Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun. Summer school Jul-Aug Fees From AED5,845

Activities Colouring, creche, large play area, painting, sand play, tiny tots. Hours of operation 8am-2pm. Extended hours available from 7am until 4pm by prior arrangement.

Curriculum UK Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED7,500 to AED11,700

Activities Our nurseries are specifically designed and resourced to the highest standards and we have an extensive range of educational equipment to support the seven areas of learning. Our extensive outside playgrounds have designated areas designed for the development of fine and gross motor skills and are equipped with sand and water play pits, slides, tricycles and bikes, bouncy balls and other equipment designed to challenge and give fun. Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm; extended hours are available.

Curriculum EYFS Age 45 days to 4 years Term dates SeptemberDecember, January - March, April - June, June - August (Summer Programme) Fees From AED5,616 (Per-term)

Activities Physical, creative and dramatic play, quiet time, story time, outdoor play, free play, circle time, music, group and individual activities, and maths. Hours of operation 8am-2pm

Curriculum EYFS (Finland) Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Aug - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees From AED11,900 (perterm)

Activities Teachers provide an environment rich with conversations using both first and second language through books, songs, poems, instructions, directions, measurement, arts exploration, numeracy, play, storytelling, etc. Hours of operation 7am- 6.30pm

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Drawing, play area, painting, music, fun play. Hours of operation 7am-4pm.

Nurseries Kotwals Nursery Mohammad Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 559 0068 kotwalsmontessori.com

Learning Spaces Nursery Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 55 66 135 050 648 9631 learningspacesnurseries. com

Little Ajyal Nursery The Al Nahyan Camp Abu Dhabi 02 409 7115 littleajyal.ae Opening September 2015

Noahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ark Nursery Main Branch Najda Stree, Abu Dhabi 02 635 1035 Musafah Branch Musafah Abu Dhabi 02 559 1743 noahsarknurseryad.com

Odyssey Nursery Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 665 5994 odysseynursery.com

Piccadilly Nursery Mohammed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 553 7956 piccadillynursery.com

Curriculum Indian Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees On request

Activities Drawing, play area, painting, music, fun play, outdoor trips. Hours of operation 7am-3pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 1 month to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jul Fees On request

Activities Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Physical Development, Communication and Language, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, Expressive Arts and Design. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum Montessori Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees On request

Activities Practical Life Activities, Sensorial, Mathematic, Language, Culture and Science (Botany, Zoology & Geography) and more. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm

Curriculum International Age 20 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Indoor activities: music, dance, art and craft, e-learning, abacus, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gym, library, water play, sand play. Outdoor activities: bouncy castle and various types of outdoor play units. Hours of operation 7am- 6.00pm.

Curriculum EYFS (Arabic\ English\French) Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees From AED5,800

Activities Logic and reasoning, mathematics and numeracy, science, social studies, family, community & culture and creative arts, language, communication, literacy, English language learners and many more... Hours of operation 8am-5pm

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Aug - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees From AED5,600 (perterm), Monthly from AED2,450

Activities A sensory room, role play and imagination area with a theatrical feeling, library as well as books in every room, interactive technology, lunch room, large outside play area, outside class room, music time, in door gym & soft play area. Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm, Extra hours available upon request.

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Redwood Montessori Nursery Khalifa City A, Street 38 Abu Dhabi 02 556 4611 056 196 8807 Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi 050 156 6278 theredwoodnursery.com

Spring Fields Nursery Najda Street Abu Dhabi 02 6220 130 02 6220 140 springfieldspreschools.com

Stepping Stones Nursery Al Bateen â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 02 681 5583 Al Rowdha â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 02 445 2260 Bain-Al-Jasrain 02 558 8318 Khalifa City A 02 556 5991 steppingstones.ae

Sunny Meadows Nursery Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi 02 556 0806 Murroor, Abu Dhabi 02 444 2490 Al Rayyana (Opening Soon), Abu Dhabi 02 556 0806 sunny-meadows.com

Swans Nursery Al Salam street Abu Dhabi 02 642 2764 swans-nursery.com

Dubai

Aga Khan Early Learning Centre

Ismaili Centre Dubai 04 336 7676 agakhanschools.org/ akelc

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Curriculum Montessori: English, French & Arabic Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Apr, Apr- Jun Fees AED5,850 to AED14,950

Activities Redwood Montessori Nursery is an outstanding, spacious nursery providing state-of-the-art facilities for early years development. Our authentic Montessori curriculum nurtures children for the 21st century by providing extracurricular activities, including a water splash park, mini kitchen, organic plantation, projection room and varied afternoon enrichment sessions of tennis, gymnastics, ballet, dance and music. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep - Dec, Jan Mar, Apr- Jun Fees On request

Activities Play ground, swimming pool, sand and water play, junior gym, classrooms, rubber floor, safe entrance, technology and many more... Hours of operation 7am- 6pm

Curriculum Modern Montessori Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul Fees From AED7,400

Activities Dance, art, story time, creative media, drama, music and play. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum Montessori Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,300

Activities Arts and crafts, music, pouring liquids, writing letters, computing sums, story time. Hours of operation 7.30am-2pm; late classes to 5pm.

Curriculum English/Arabic Age 1 month to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees From AED1,500

Activities Drawing, library, splash day, play area, outdoor trips, masquerade party, painting. Hours of operation 6.30am-2pm; late classes until 5pm.

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED8,000 per term

Activities Construction, art, music, reading, water play, clay play, mathematics, science and role play. Outside: bicycle trail, climbing units and sand play area. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Nurseries Alphabet Street Nursery Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai 04 348 5991 alphabetstreetnursery.com

Al Salam Nursery Al Nahda 2 Dubai 04 267 9594 alsalamschool.sch.ae

Ambassador Kindergarten Bur Dubai Dubai 04 379 9333 ambassadorkg.com

Apple Nursery Satwa Dubai 04 342 0363 04 344 4441 applenursery.org

Apple Seeds Dubai Gold and Diamond Park Dubai 04 380 6064 appleseedsdubai.com

Art Village Nursery Jumeirah 1/Satwa Dubai 052 496 7551 055 103 6361 artvillagenursery.com Open on August 30th 2015

Curriculum UK Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED8,550

Activities Depends upon theme and climate but includes paddling pool, music lessons, French and Arabic lessons. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm; extendable until 2.30pm and 5.30pm.

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age 2 months to 3 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees From From AED15,560

Activities Arabic, Islamic studies, music, physical education, school trips. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Special dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; every Thursday, e.g. pet day, yellow day, jello day. Hours of operation 7.30am-1.30pm .

Curriculum Indian ICSE Age 2 years to 5+ years Term dates Apr-Aug, AugJan, Jan-Mar Fees AED16,500 to AED18,200

Activities Role play, sensory play, outdoor play, dramatic play, block play, play dough, water play, experiment, ask questions, talk, read, sing, dance, get messy at times, explore, and listen. Hours of operation 8am-12pm.

Curriculum UK Age Up to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees AED1,100

Activities Arts and crafts, gym tots, music and singing, junior chef, fun experiments, show and tell, creative play areas, educational field trips, snacks, transport. Hours of operation Nursery: 8am-12pm. Day care: 7am-7pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 12 months to 6 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED2,680

Activities Apple seeds offers interactive and ridiculously fun classes - as well as an award winning day camp. Join us for classes like songs for seeds (music), art, cooking, science, construction, gym, movement, ballet/tap, soccer and so much more. Hours of operation From 9am to 4pm

Curriculum Swedish Preschool Curriculum Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees From AED7,500

Activities Song & music, dance & movement, theater & drama and art & design, as well as spoken and written language. this also involves building, designing, cooking, gardening and using various materials and technologies. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

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Asyas Nursery Palm Jumeirah Dubai 04 435 6627 asyasnursery.com

Baby Home Nursery Jumeirah Lakes Towers Dubai 04 420 7973 055 973 1097 babyhomenursery.com

Babilou Nurseries 8 Boulevard Walk Dubai 04 553 0647 babilou.ae

Blossom Childrens Nursery Umm Al Sheif - 04 348 6275 Umm Suqeim 1 - 04 394 8837 Downtown - 04 448 7661 Dubai Academic City 04 421 4458 Blossom Mudon 055 NURSERY / 055 687 7879 theblossomnursery.com

British Orchard Nursery Mankhool – 04 398 3536 Jumeirah – 04 395 3570 Deira – 04 208 9800 Dubai Media City – 04 4385255 Dubai Silicon Oasis – 04 388 6602 JBR – 04 447 5881 britishorchardnursery.com

Bubbles and Giggles Nursery The Gardens Jebel Ali Dubai 04 458 1212 bubblesandgiggles.ae

August 2015

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 45 days to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED37,500

Activities Cooking, bouncy castle, bikes, bubble fun, nail painting, general toys, French classes, Arabic classes, gym, ballet classes, music classes, dance classes, russian classes, yoga for kids, swimming. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 1 years to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED3,500

Activities Soft play area for babies, indoor playing area, dining area, sleeping area, library, activities room, junior chef, library & story time, puppet play, music & dance, circle time, snack time, free play, organised activity, arts and crafts. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm

Curriculum British EYFS Age 10 weeks to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Observation-based reports are provided to parents and carers regularly, giving an update on the child’s progress and development. Our staff are qualified to evaluate your child’s overall development (physical, emotional / social, cognitive and language) and refer you to a specialist if needed. Hours of operation From 8.30am to 5pm

Curriculum UK Age 6 months to 4.5 years Term dates Up to 50 weeks – academic term options Fees AED7,880 to AED13,500

Activities British EYFS & Skygarden curriculum, literacy, numeracy, waterplay, softplay gym, exploratorium & sensory zones. Arabic, French & music lessons. Healthy meal program & Cache teacher training company: www.beeacademy.org Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm. Flexible pick-up times between 1pm-3pm/5pm- 6pm.

Curriculum UK Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr- Jun Fees On request

Activities Learning through play, art and craft, science, cookery, storysacks, construction, gymjuniorz, circle time, music, Arabic, educational visits, malleable play and heuristic play. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED2,000

Activities The class room is designed to provide the many aspects of edification for children of this age with excellent materials and resources for hands on learning. We strive to provide our children with the confidence and capabilities which will enable them to have a good start in school life. Hours of operation From 7:30am to 5:00pm

Nurseries Building Blocks Child Enrichment Centre Motorcity, Dubai 04 453 4363 Al Jafilya, Dubai 04 352 3600 building-blocks.ae

Burj Daycare Nursery Burj Khalifa Dubai 04 431 8320 burjdaycarenursery.com

Bright Sparks Early Learning Centre Al Barsha South Dubai 04 347 7065 055 140 0281 055 279 2322 brightsparks.ae

Cambridgshire Nursery Street 35A Mankhool Dubai 04 351 8173 055 326 3300 cambridgeshirenursery.com

Canadian Kids Nursery Churchill Tower Business Bay Dubai 04 365 0011 canadiankidsnursery.com

Canadian Montessori Center Villa 40 Al Waheeda Street Al Waheeda Dubai 04 239 9102 canadianmontessoricenter. com

Curriculum Early Years Curriculum Age 4 months to 5 years Term dates Sep, Jan, Apr Fees From AED10,100

Activities The faculty houses a complete dance studio and music rooms. Programmes offered include kinderdance, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, Bollywood, piano, cello, violin, drums, drama and mother and toddler group programmes. Packages for classes can be combined with nursery attendance. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED10,000 (Annual Fee - 1 day per week)

Activities Expressive arts and design involves supporting children to explore and play with a wide range of media and materials, as well as providing opportunities and encouragement for sharing their thoughts, ideas and feelings through a variety of activities in art, music, movement, dance, role-play, and design and technology. Hours of operation 8am-2pm

Curriculum British EYFS Age 2 years to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities 8 spacious classrooms with lots of bright natural light, large indoor and outdoor playing areas, library area and media corner, sensory room to assist your child develop key life skills, Arabic and French language programs, brain gym & movement at the start of every day to stimulate your child’s concentration, cooking, puppet shows, story sacks, music sessions, creative arts and lots more... Hours of operation 7:15am-5.30pm

Curriculum British EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Fees AED15,000 to AED27,000 per year

Activities Music and dance, gym and role play allow children to use their bodies physically, to stretch out, discover space; snack times, games and circle times teach children manners, ‘please’ and ‘thank you’, sharing and turn taking, as well as early understanding of numbers and quantity. Hours of operation 8am-12pm, 8am-2pm, 8am-5pm. Early drop-off between 7:30am and 8:30am.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 45 days to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED11,500 (5 days)

Activities The children will be exposed to hands-on activities, field trips, music and movement, art and crafts, as well as early literacy and numeracy material. Hours of operation From 7:00am to 6:00pm

Curriculum EYFS/UAE Age Nursery to KG2 (2 years to 6 years) Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED2,300

Activities A 2,500 -square-foot school building where children can learn in large, well-crafted classrooms, with colourful and engaging surroundings that aid our internationally-acclaimed teaching techniques. Outdoor play area: under giant outdoor shading we have fitted a fully-integrated jungle gym, rubber flooring and a purpose-built swimming pool where children can run around and swim, and ultimately learn through play. Hours of operation 6.45am-4pm.

Nurseries Cascade Learning Centre X3 Tower Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 04 442 1831 050 842 2917 cascadelearning.ae

Children’s Oasis Nursery Umm Suqeim Al Manara Street Dubai 04 348 8981 Burj, Dubai 04 379 0790 childrensoasisnursery.com

Child’s Play Nursery Al Manara Dubai 04 348 0788 childsplaynurserydubai.com

Chubby Cheek’s Nursery Discovery Gardens – 04 435 6598 DIP – 050 902 8574 Al Nahda – 04 239 9985 Dubailand – 04 392 2636 Al Karama - 050 2765614 chubbycheeksnursery. com

Creative Kids Early Learning Center Al Khail Mall Branch Dubai 04 338 5548 050 770 1997 Business Bay Branch 04 551 5330 055 106 7600 creativekidsdubai.com

Crystal Valley Nursery (Part of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries) Arabian Center Al Mizhar Dubai 04 284 5519 crystalvalleynursery.com

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Our morning enrichment programme provides a learning experience in a friendly, fun, educational environment three and a half hours daily. The innovative curriculum employs magikats maths and english skills and thematic learning experiences that strengthen social, intellectual and physical skills in every child through language, sport, dance, music and drama activities. Children will have the experience of learning through play. Hours of operation From 9am to 6pm

Curriculum UK Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep 11-Dec 15, Jan 3-Apr 5, Apr 22-Jun 28. Summer school: Jul-Aug. Fees AED3,580 to AED18,850 per term; AED10,740 to AED56,550 per year

Activities ‘Little Bocelli voices’ classes, ‘mini chef’ classes, ‘junior Picasso’ art and crafts. School trips and party days each term, plus regular music and movement classes. Hours of operation Hours are optional: Sun-Thu: 8am-12.30pm, 8am-2pm, 8am-5pm or 2pm-5pm. 7.30am start also available.

Curriculum UK (EYFS) Age 14 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,570

Activities Sweeping, gardening, cooking, building, looking after animals, singing, listening to stories, helping prepare the dinner table, cutting fruit, painting, clay modelling, drawing, beeswax modelling, water colours. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm; late class until 2pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 2 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Literacy activities, numeracy activities, circle time, story time, general knowledge, arts and crafts, circle time, story time, sticky kids program, jolly phonics, monkeynastix, brain gym, baby gym,baby yoga, junior chef, junior scientist, show and tell, role play, puppet show, music and dance, water and sand play, outside play, little farmers, nature explorers, field trips, concerts, snack time, quiet time. hours of operation 7.30am - 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 2 years to 6 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Social and Emotional Development, Communication and Language, Physical Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding of the World, Expressive Arts and Design. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum British Curriculum – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 2 months to 4+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jul (with holiday programmes) Fees On request

Activities Our child-centred approach promotes the development of creativity, individuality and self-confidence, whilst delivering the highest standards of care. Most of all we just love to be outdoors. We spend hours in our veggie garden, connecting with nature and understanding life, as often as possible. Facilities Library, indoor play areas, multifunction room, large outdoor play area, imaginative role-play corners, sensory corner, children’s vegetable gardens, swimming pool. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

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Cocoon Nursery Jumeirah 3 Umm Suqeim Dubai 04 394 9394 cocoonnursery.com

De La Salle Montessori Opposite Centerpoint Mankhool Karama Dubai 04 398 6218 delasallemontessorinursery. org

Deira Montessori Nursery Al Qusais Dubai 04 263 3236

Dewdrops Nursery Dubai Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 055 897 0470 dewdropsnursery.com

Dovecote Green Primary School Dubai Investments Park 1 Green Community Dubai 04 883 7474 dovecotegreen.org

Dovecote Nurseries Off Al Wasl road Jumeirah Dubai 04 440 3424 04 440 3425 dovecotejumeirah.org

August 2015

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) from the UK Age 9 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED11,950

Activities Art and craft, singing, story sacks, show and tell, library, simple science, junior chef, educational brain gym, creative movement, sand and water area, shaded playgrounds, indoor playroom, theme days and concerts. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm. Optional early drop-off at 7:30am and optional extended hours to 2.15pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities DLSM is housed in a bright one-storey villa, where children have access to a well equipped nursery, roomy classrooms with a good variety of learning materials, a playroom for fun time, a library, a mini music hall for performances, an efficient canteen and clinic and beautiful playgrounds. Hours of operation From 8am to 5.30pm

Curriculum Arabic/UAE Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees On request

Activities Indoor/outdoor play areas, story time, computer games, ball pit, art and craft, Arabic/English learning. Hours of operation 7am-5.30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED1,100

Activities The vision of Dewdrops Nursery is to create a happy, safe, conducive and stimulating environment with the aim of assisting children to thrive and develop their practical, social, motor, emotional, intellectual and latent skills enabling them to achieve their fullest potential. Hours of operation From 8am to 5pm

Curriculum UK Age 3 year to 11 years Term dates Sep- Jun Fees AED42,000 to AED48,000

Activities We encourage open and effective communication between our schools and our parents and we seek to engage and work with our parents at every available opportunity. At Dovecote Green Primary School we aim to develop the whole child, providing a clear framework for academic, social and moral development that makes Dovecote pupils ready for global citizenship in the 21st century. Facilities as 30 classrooms, multipurpose sports hall, dance studios, 2 swimming pools. Hours of operation 8am–1.30pm.

Curriculum UK Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED7,400 to AED15,500

Activities We know that children learn best through play when they are fully engaged with ideas and activities that interest them. Our staff offer planned adult-initiated activities as well as ensuring that the nursery environment is stimulating and engaging, thereby offering extensive learning opportunities that children can also initiate. Hours of operation 8am–1pm; extended hours are available.

Nurseries Dubai Autism Center Diyafa Road Villa no. 20 Dubai 04 398 6862 dubaiautismcenter.ae

Dubai Early Child Development Centre Academic City Al Ruwayeh Dubai 04 326 0300 cda.gov.ae

Dubai Gem Nursery Jumeirah (before the Iranian hospital) Dubai 04 345 3550 050 653 2586 dubaigem.org

Emerald City Nursery (Part of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries) Villa 15, Street 21a Jumeirah 2 Dubai 04 349 0848 emeraldcitynursery.com

Emirates British Nursery Mirdif, Dubai 04 288 9222 Umm Suqeim, Dubai 04 348 9996 Motorcity, Dubai 04 567 6555 emiratesbritishnursery.com

First Steps Nursery Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 04 348 6302 055 790 2553 firststepsnm.com

Curriculum Special needs Age 3 years to 8 years Term dates Yearly Fees On request

Activities Special education, occupational therapy, speech therapy, movement therapy, music therapy, art therapy and computer literacy. Hours of operation 8am-1.30pm.

Curriculum Support Services UAE Age Up to 6 years Fees Free for UAE Nationals

Our mission is to help children with a disability or those who are at risk of developmental delay, and to help their families to improve the quality of their lives through comprehensive assessment, compassionate comprehensive community-based services and family-centred programmes, while promoting advocacy, research and professional development. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum UK Age Lower nursery: 1.5 years to 2.5 years. Upper nursery: 2.5 years to 3.5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,000

Activities P.E., music, annual concert, sports day, picnics, television cartoon shows, music lessons, indoor sports. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm.

Curriculum British Curriculum – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 2 months to 4+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-July (with holiday programmes) Fees AED8,500 to AED1,100 Transport No Waiting List No

Activities Our child-centred approach promotes the development of creativity, individuality and self-confidence, whilst delivering the highest standards of care. Most of all we just love to be outdoors and as often as we can, we spend hours in our veggie garden, connecting with nature and understanding life. Facilities Library, indoor play areas, spacious and shaded outdoor play area, children’s vegetable gardens. Extracurricular activities Kung Fu, ballet, music and movement, playball, swimming. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years (Mirdif branch), 18 months to 4 years (Umm Suqeim branch) Term dates Sep-Jun Fees Motor City - AED14,500, Mirdif - AED13,00, Umm Suquim - AED9,900

Activities Teddy bear’s picnic, sports day, soft play, music and rhyme time, discovery corner, fun with numbers, spring concert, water play, sensory garden, chit-chat mornings for parents, boogie tots, sporty tots, spring egg hunt, festive parties, fun in the park, water wingers. Hours of operation 8am-5.30pm (Mirdif branch); 8am-3pm (Umm Suqeim branch); 8am-5.30pm (Motor City)

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED10,200

Activities Special events and field trips, physical development such as visit to the civil defence department, fun day, cleaning day, circus day, community helpers, farm markets. Creative development such as costume day, National Day, teddy bear day, Mother’s Day, fun day. Hours of operation 8am-12pm.

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Fun and Play Nursery Next to Mashreq Bank Jumeirah Beach Residence Dubai 052 8400 911 funandplaynursery.com

Golden Gate Nursery Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 321 6069 055 379 9487 goldengatenursery.ae

Green Grass Nursery Jumeirah - AL Wasel Dubai 04 385 59 59 greengrassnursery.com

Happy Kids Nursery Dubai Villa 1&2, Al Rashed Road Al Baraha Deira, Dubai 04 273 1333 earlyyearsedugrp.com

Home Grown Children’s Eco Nursery Off Al Wasl Road Umm Suqueim 04 330 7008 Al Safa 2 Dubai 04 321 8333 homegrownnursery.ae

Hope Montessori Nursery Al Mankhool Dubai 04 398 2494 055 329 5919 hopemontessorinursery.ae

August 2015

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 months to 6 years Term dates Monthly Fees On request

Activities Arts and crafts, storytelling, drama, music and movement, magic. Weekends include celebrating birthday parties with magicians, puppet shows, fancy-dress parties, girls’ spa nights. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees On request

Activities Big sand area, climbing and sliding units, bikes and trikes path, water play area, beanbags, hula-hoops, soft climbing shapes, activity mats, parachutes and balance beams, music and movement, drama, and other extra curricular activities such as ballet and gymnastics. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Center time for learning aids,thematic art projects, library story time, puppet show & role play, music for little ones program (jumeirah music center), young champions program (kiddie gym), cooking classes, field trips, in nursery event days, Arabic and French classes. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum Early Years Education Program – a bespoke curriculum focusing on children’s developmental needs, tailor-made to suit specific age groups Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Well- equpped, age-specific classrooms, large covered outdoor play areas, Junior Gym facilities, gardening, aerobics and music classes, water and sand play, role play areas, computer room and library, professional sports coaching, field trips, sports and graduation days, parent involvement programmes. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 12 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED9,990

Activities At Home Grown Children’s Eco Nursery, a team of educational, design, environmental and childcare specialists have worked closely together to develop an indoor and outdoor space, inspired by nature, to maximise your child’s sensory, physical, intellectual and personal experiences. Every detail has been considered so parents can enjoy peace of mind whilst your little ones can explore, play, learn and have fun. Hours of operation From 7:30am to 5:00pm

Curriculum Indian with basic Montessori Age Day care: 4 months to 10 years. Nursery: 2 years to 4 years Term dates On request Fees From AED1,125

Activities Computer, day care, fully-equipped clinic with nurse, full-time senior pediatrician, indoor and outdoor play area, library, summer camp, sandpit, water play, aerobics, Arabic, art and craft, contests, field trips, fun at assembly, fun cooking, music and movement, parent-teacher meetings, party fun, puzzle games, splash fun, story time and yoga. Hours of operation Nursery: 8:30am-12pm. Day Care: 7am7pm.

Nurseries Hopscotch Nursery Al Manara Dubai 04 328 2226 hopscotchnursery.net

Horizon Kids Nursery Street 29 Al Safa 2 Dubai 04 380 9077 horizonkidsnursery.com

Hummingbird Nursery Dubai Dubai International Financial Center Dubai 04 370 0449 hummingbird.ae

Indigo Valley Nursery (Part of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries) Al Twar 2 Dubai 04 263 3544 indigovalleynursery.com

Inspire Children’s Nursery Villa 6 Street 16A Al Safa 2 Umm Suqeim Dubai 04 395 5473 inspireallchildren.com

Jebel Ali Village Nursery Group Marina – 04 424 3791/2 Meadows – 04 422 4222 Arabian Ranches – 04 368 9882 / Lakes – 04 454 8404 Umm Suqeim – 04 348 6720 / Al Furjan Branch – 056 101 9888 jebelalinursery.com 36

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,600

Activities Indoor/outdoor play areas, map play, arts and crafts, doll playing, Lego and material play, cooking, plastic ball pin. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED5,000

Activities The nursery will feature 12 classrooms, a baby gym & indoor play area, a library, zoned outdoor play areas and a swimming pool, sensory room, art studio, learning resources, outdoor area, our baby unit, ballet class, du gym (gymnastics), tots dance (music & movement), mini kicks (football). Hours of operation From 7.30am to 5pm

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 5 years Term dates Monthly basis Fees From AED3,400

Activities Indoor and outdoor games, painting, cutting, colouring, gluing, physical development area, music, reading, creative area, paint, tear, shake, smear, draw and explore. Hours of operation 7am-7pm.

Curriculum British Curriculum – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 2 months to 4+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jul (with holiday programmes) Fees On request

Activities Our child-centred approach promotes the development of creativity, individuality and self-confidence, whilst delivering the highest standards of care. Most of all we just love to be outdoors and as often as we can we spend hours in our veggie garden, connecting with nature and understanding life. Facilities Library, indoor play areas, multifunction room, two large outdoor play areas, children’s vegetable gardens, swimming pool, tennis court. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 2 months to 4+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jul (with holiday programmes) Fees From AED8,600

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years. From birth to 4 years at Dubai Healthcare City and Umm Suqeim Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Jul-Aug Fees On request

Activities Spacious, naturally-lit classrooms; quiet, separate nursery for young babies. A large, shaded natural garden and play area, nature garden for botanical activities, soft-floored outdoor play area, indoor temperature-controlled swimming pool, splash pool area, music room and yoga studio, community play area with reading, arts, crafts and construction corners, dramatic play area, indoor soft play area, fully-equipped clinic with qualified nurse, a full kitchen with dining area, children’s vegetable gardens. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Activities Purpose-built facilities, nature trails, circle time, phonics, number works, social skills, arts and crafts, drama and action, singing with the music teacher, field trips, cooking, visits by professionals, water play, fun with computers, theme days and concerts, soft play. Hours of operation Optional: 8am-12pm; 1pm/2pm-5.30pm; or 8am-5.30pm.

Nurseries Jumeirah International Nursery Al Safa branch – 04 394 5567 Al Wasl branch – 04 349 9065 Southridge Branch – 04 456 4955 jinspire.com

Kangaroo Kids Nursery Al Safa 2 Branch, Dubai 04 395 5518 Burj Dubai Residences Branch, Dubai 04 420 5250 kangarookids.ae

Kids Academy Jumeirah Al Shaari Street Jumeirah 3 04 338 0260 jumeirah.kids-academy. me

Kids Cottage Nursery Umm Suqeim 1 Beach Road Dubai 04 394 2145 056 442 7702 kidscottagenursery.com

Kids Island Nursery Jumeirah 3 Umm Suqeim Dubai 04 394 2578/79 kidsislandnursery.com

Kids Kare Nursery Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 04 441 7673 052 794 4221 kidskarenursery.com

Curriculum UK Age Al Safa: 6 weeks to 4 years. Al Wasl: 1.6 years to 4 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees From AED7,000

Activities Reading, building with blocks, housekeeping and dramatic play, art, science, music and movement. Hours of operation Regular nursery hours: 8am-12.30pm. After-hours care programme: 12.30pm-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees AED31,500

Activities Stimulating classroom settings, fully fitted kitchen shaded outdoor play areas, library and computer room, indoor playtown and soft play area, temperature controlled swimming pool, arabic classes, music lessons, field trips, doll house for dress up and role play, web enabled cctv for parent viewing, baby room, equipped clinic, soccer sessions, yoga and boogie babies. Hours of operation 7am-7.30pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Jan-Apr, Apr-Jul, Sep-Dec Fees On request

Activities Rooms are on hand for babies, toddlers, and early learners.The venuw also has an outdoor play & animals, music room, indoor soft play, nurse’s room. Hours of operation 7am-4pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 10 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Jun for the academic year. Also available: full-year programme Sep-Aug. Fees AED9,700 to AED12,950

Activities The nursery day consists of a rich variety of preschool activities for the children to engage in. During a typical week, children will take part in baking, heuristic play, music and movement, light box activities, songs and rhymes, stories and role play. Hours of operation 8am-5.30pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 9 months to 3 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED11,950

Activities Art and craft, singing, stories, show and tell, library, simple science, junior chef, educational braingym, creative movement, theme days and concerts. Hours of operation Teaching hours: 8am-12.30pm. Optional early drop-off at 7.30am and optional extended hours to 2pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 4 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED20,000

Activities Music, movement, dancing, role play, theatre, singing, drawing, sculpting, exploration, yoga and painting. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

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Kids Kingdom Learning Centre Plot No.983, Floor B-1 (Lake level), Icon-2, Cluster L, Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) Dubai 04 552 1585 055 319 8342 kidskingdom.ae

Kids Palace Nursery Al Wasl Road Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 04 348 4163 050 350 0039 kidspalacenursery.com

Kiddy Planet Nursery Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 04 328 4465 050 168 6845 Al Qouz, Dubai 04 339 0010 kiddyplanet.ae

Kids Spot Nursery Al Wasl, Jumeirah Dubai 04 344 8541 kidsspotnursery.com

Kids World Creative Learning Centre Jumeirah Lakes Towers Dubai 04 453 4272 055 839 7565 050 359 2666 kwclc.org

Kids Zone Nursery Dubailand, Dubai 04 452 6474 050 857 1122 Umm Suqeim, Dubai 04 388 3762 056 600 7715 kidszonenursery.com

August 2015

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 months to 2 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities In house expertise of creative learning and play – music, art & crafts, water play, yoga, aerobics, zumba, kick boxing, candle making and cooking lessons. We also organize special dance & sports classes by inviting practitioners from outside. Hours of operation Early Drop Off between 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM, EYFS Curriculum-8:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Extended care with structured activities: 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM, Friday closed.

Curriculum EYFS Age 14 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities French and Arabic classes, ballet, music, gymnastics, drama, interactive board. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Gymnastics: teaches children balance, flexibility, confidence and determination. Rhythm and movement: develops coordination, balance, flexibility, strength, stamina and memory. Sports classes: encouraging healthy fitness habits towards physical exercise, building confidence, flexibility and strong bodies and minds. IT classes: introducing children to computers through games and the smart-board interactives. Arts and crafts: discovering the creativity of their hands through painting, sculpting and craft activities. Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees AED12,500

Activities Early childhood educators, Kids Spot Nursery understands the importance of providing children with extracurricular activities. We are pleased to be able to provide many activities on a regular basis, including Arabic, French, music, Masterchef, Karate, gardening, water play and gym classes. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 2 years to 6 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Art, music, movement, dance, role-play, and design and technology. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED5,500

Activities Boogie babies, art and craft, singing, storysacks, show and tell, library, creative movement, theme days and painting. Hours of operation 7am–5pm

Nurseries Kidz Venture Nursery Egypt Court Ibn Battuta Mall Dubai 04 368 4130 kidzventure.ae

Kidville Dubai Dubai Marina, Dubai 04 440 1220 Motorcity, Dubai 04 454 2760 Uptown Mirdiff, Dubai 04 236 3648 kidville.com

Kidzidol Nursery jumeirah 1 Al-Wasl Road Dubai 04 355 1613 050 559 3380 050 559 1558 kidzidolnursery.com

Le Jardin Enchante Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 348 6788 050 450 5994 lejardinenchante.net

Le Petit Poucet Nursery Al Safa 2 Dubai 04 321 9399 050 657 1744 lepetitpoucet.ae

Learning Tree Nursery Executive Towers Business Bay Dubai 04 443 4220 learningtree.ae

Curriculum EYFS and Montessori Curriculum Age 2 years to 5 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees From AED10,200

Activities Kindergarten curriculum, mini sports, arts and crafts, language (French, English and Arabic), dance, and music. Hours of operation 8am–5pm.

Curriculum US Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, May-Aug Fees On request

Activities All locations have spacious and light-filled classrooms, large and well-equipped gymnasiums/soft play areas (indoors) as well as child-friendly toilets. High quality, purpose-built facilities with special educational materials and play equipment. Outdoor area with slides, see-saws, swings, climbing structures and sand/water play areas with cushioned safety flooring throughout. Fully equipped medical clinic with full-time Dubai Health Authority-registered nurse. Hours of operation 8am-12pm/3pm/6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Ocean Room, Jungle Room, Tiny Bugs Room, Indoor Play Area, Nurse Room, Outdoor Sand Play Area, Outdoor Grass Play Area, Outdoor cycling area, Huge free car parking area. Hours of operation From 8am to 5:00pm

Curriculum French Age 14 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Indoor/outdoor play, field trips, arts and crafts. Hours of operation 8am-1pm.

Curriculum The French Kindergarten Program - EYFS Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED8,500

Activities Mini tennis/mini basket ball, football and other ball games, language for learning, body skills, gross motor skills, dancing, cookery, splash party & water games, craft workshop, treasure hunt, face painting, farm visit, theatre & outdoor games. Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 12 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities The expressive arts and design room, our central indoor role play area, the learning square is, as the name suggests, the heart of our facility. awash with natural light, and with clearly designated spaces for large and small group activities, this central piazza becomes an interactive space that allows children to build critical social skills. the dress up zone, reading wall, role play area, childrens’ theatre and ict area all provide opportunities for interaction and encourage relationship building. Hours of operation From 7.30am to 6pm

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Learning Ladder Nursery Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 056 728 3801 050 257 1912 learningladdernursery.com

Little Champions Nursery Jumeirah 1 Dubai 04 344 6420 littlechampionsnursery. com

Little GEMS International Al Safa Dubai 04 385 5355 littlegemsinternational. com/safa

Little GEMS International-Barsha Al Barsha 3 Dubai 04 399 5244 littlegemsinternational. com/barsha

Little Hands Kids Club Knowledge Village Dubai Dubai 04 448 9267 Club Old Town Burj Khalifa, Dubai 04 422 1303 littlehandskidsclub.com

Little House Nursery Jumeirah 3 Al Wasl Road Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 338 4243 04 388 7130 littlehousenursery.ae

August 2015

Curriculum International Preschool Curriculum Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED25,000

Activities Scomparing, one-to-one correspondence counting, interpreting spatial relations, awareness of time starting and stopping, time intervals, anticipating and describing sequences of events, making use of the outdoor play area as it provides children with opportunities for experiences such as recognising environmental print and exploring textures, shape. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age Pre-kindergarten Term dates On request Fees From AED10,400

Activities Water play, sand play, messy play, imaginative play, pretend play, role play, physical play. Children will also be drawing, painting, cutting, sticking, molding, matching, sorting, cooking and sight-reading picture books. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 3 Months to 4 years Term dates Open 48 weeks a year Fees AED39,000 to AED42,000

Activities Highest levels of security with rest areas and outdoor play areas. Extracurricular activities Personal, social and emotional development.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Open 48 weeks a year Fees AED52,000 to AED55,000 Transport Yes

Activities Highest levels of security with rest areas and outdoor play areas. Extracurricular activities Personal, social and emotional development.

Curriculum International Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED9,900

Activities Indoor activities: painting, art and craft, puzzles, sand and water play, music and movement, kids’ gym, yoga and ballet. Outdoor activities: swimming, bouncy castle and special events. Hours of operation 8am–6pm. Flexible pick-ups at 12.30pm, 2.30pm and 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 years to 6 years Term dates Winter term 2015: Jan, Feb, Apr; spring term 2015: Apr, May, Jun; summer camp 2015: Jul, Aug Fees Upon request

Facilities Personal, Social and emotional development (making relationships, self confidence and self awareness, managing feelings and behaviour). Communication and language. Physical development. Literacy (reading, writing), mathematics (numbers, shape, space and measure), understanding the world (people and communities, the world, technology), expressive arts and design (exploring and using media and materials, being imaginative). Hours of operation 8am–6pm.

Nurseries Little Land Nursery and Montessori Centre Jumeirah Beach Road (junction off Al Manara Street) Dubai 04 394 4471 littlelandnursery.com

Little Learners Nursery (A GEMS school) Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 348 6260 littlelearners-dubai.com

Little Nest Nursery Al Jafliya Mankhool Road Bur Dubai Dubai 04 398 3311 littlenestnursery.com

Little Pandas Early Learning Center Behind Dubai Zoo Jumeriah 1 Dubai 04 344 6371 littlepandaselc.com

Little Scholars Academy Al Safa 1 (close to Spinneys) Umm Suqeim Al Wasl Road Dubai 04 395 5532 lsa.ae

Little Star Nursery Al Jafiliya Dubai 04 398 2004 littlestarnursery.com

Curriculum Learn Through Play/Montessori (nurseryqualified teachers and educated assistants) Age 14 months to 4.6 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED4,860 to AED11,450 per term.

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, cooking, brain gym, music and movement. Hours of operation Sun-Thu 8am-12.30pm. Early and late classes available on request.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Open 48 weeks a year Fees AED36,000 per year

Activities Highest levels of security with rest areas and outdoor play areas. Personal, social and emotional development. Hours of operation 8am-3pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Learning aids, pre-writing alphabets, numbers, kinder music, concerts, kinder art (coloring and painting) story-time, puppet show, role play, baby yoga, competitions art exhibitions, dressing up, no-cook cooking, sports (annual sports day), fieldtrips Hours of operation From 7.30am to 6pm

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED7,125

Activities Home from home environment, qualified childcare practitioners, adult-child ratio in line with khda and ofsted regulations, your child’s own personal learning journey that allows you to follow your child’s progress, large, shaded,including natural grass, large outdoor sand-pit children’s very own organic planting and digging garden age specific, well equipped large classrooms, with quality wooden resources, bathrooms to allow early toileting independence, separate sleeping room, nurse and separate medical room. Hours of operation From 8am to 6:30pm

Curriculum UK Age Baby up to 4 years (FS1) Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Arabic language, chess, boogie babies, super skills, spacious indoor soft play area, big shaded garden with soft play area and race track, library, nutritious meals. CCTV cameras, bus transportation, holiday programmes. Afterschool activities available. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Large, spacious covered out door play area – for big toys, cars, cycles, see-saw, sand pit – with swings & slides. out door learning area, attractive classrooms – with loads of educational equipment, puzzles, activity hall – for music, aerobics, in-door games & drama, outdoor & indoor stage – for concerts & special activities, fully equipped clinic with a full-time certified nurse & doctor on call, a.c. transport with nannies on board covering most locations in dubai, wellequipped library, toy land – for free play. Hours of operation From 8:00am to 6:00pm

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Nurseries Little Wings International Nursery Jumeirah 2 Al Wasl Road Dubai 04 349 0553 056 913 4064 littlewings-nursery.com

Little Woods Nursery Safa 2 Dubai 04 394 6155 The Galleries Downtown Jebel Ali 04 883 7005 littlewoodsnursery.com

Little Wonders Al Manarah Dubai 04 348 7195 littlewonders.ae

London and Paris International Nursery Jumeirah Road (opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel) Dubai 04 348 0077 lpnursery.net

Magnolia Nursery Dubai Abraj Street Burj Khalifa Area Dubai 055 349 2022 magnolianurserydubai.com

Maple Bear Nursery Al Manara, Dubai 04 348 7799 Burj Area, Dubai 04 552 1309 052 919 9374 maplebear.ae

Curriculum UK and Montessori Methods of Learning Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun. Summer school: Jul-Aug Fees On request

Activities Singing, dancing, indoor play, library, art, theatre, watching educational movies, brain gym, yoga, playing in the garden, sandpit play, cycling, hopscotch. Hours of operation Sun-Thu 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum International Age 40 days to 4 years Term dates Sep-Jun, plus summer camp Fees From AED22,700

Activities Riding bicycles, puzzles, games, indoor toys, books, painting. Hours of operation 8am-2pm for academics. Option of 7am6.30pm upon request.

Curriculum Personal, social and emotional developmentPSED Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Open all year; five terms and a summer camp Fees From AED17,500

Activities Wide range of activities linked to the British Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Our newly added indoor exploration area has been created for our children’s transition from different areas. They can explore the different treasure baskets, observe through the magnifying glasses and delve into stories in the reading garden. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request

Activities Baby Gym and Baby Yoga, Sports (Football & Basketball), Music and movement classes, Dance Classes, Educational trips, Make & Bake, Gardening, Circle Time, Jolly Phonics. Hours of operation 7.30am-8pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED2,400

Activities MAGNOLIA NURSERY is specifically designed to suit the needs of young children, with large, bright play rooms and outdoor play areas, all complete with modern equipment and a variety of age appropriate toys. Our childcentered approach promotes the development of creativity, individuality and self-confidence, whilst delivering the highest standards of care. Hours of operation From 8am to 6pm

Curriculum EYFS-PISA Age 1 year to 5+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Large sandbox, water play, a number of different tricycles, scooters and tandem bikes, a play house, outdoor toys, and a safe playing area for many different games and activities, A favourite activity is when the bouncy castle and/ or swimming pool is put out for play. All of these provide opportunities for fun, exercise and developing strong and healthy bodies. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

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Masterminds Nursery Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 056 4430695 masterminds.ae

Milestones Nursery Al Safa 2 Jumeirah, Dubai 04 3373374 milestones-nursery.com

Mosaic Nursery Jumeirah Lake Towers Exactly Opposite Marina Metro Station Dubai 04 425 6670 mosaicnursery.com

Mother Care Nursery Jumeirah Road Dubai 04 349 6955 motherforcare.com

Mulberry Tree Learning Nursery Jumierah 3 Dubai 04 394 9909 mulberrytree.ie

New Dubai Nursery Villa No 164 Al Mankhool Road Al Hudaiba Dubai 04 398 4900Â earlyyearsedugrp.com

August 2015

Curriculum British EYFS Age 18 months to 6 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees All Classes AED16,600 per term

Activities Reading, mathematics, encyclopedic knowledge, languages, music, running, swimming, brachiation, gymnastics, social program. Hours of operation 7am-3pm+

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED7,500

Activities We have a variety of outdoor activities from our sandpits and climbing frames, to our swings, picnic area, football pitch and bicycle tracks. We have a multifunctional clubhouse with slides, swings and wall climbing set up. We also will be having soccer training for children as a part of our after-school, songs, drama, crafts, stories, fun food cooking, music, dance, and recreational based on our weekly themed. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum The Creative Curriculum Age 18 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED7,600 (per-term)

Activities It is furnished with equipment for physical play, sensory play and imaginative play and designed to give children the maximum space to be able to move freely. There is also an area for soft play with protective matting which will provide a safe environment for music and movement and gymnastic activities Hours of operation From 8am to 6pm

Curriculum Arabic/UK/US Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Monthly Fees On request

Activities Swimming, art and craft, ballet, face painting, dancing, tree day and sports courts. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm.

Curriculum Montessori/EYFS Age 3 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request

Activities Spacious covered play area, sand and water play, painting and other activities. Hours of operation Early class from 7:30am; late class until 6:30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Well-equpped, age-specific classrooms, large covered outdoor play areas, junior gym facilities, gardening, aerobics and music classes, water and sand play, role play areas, computer room and library, professional sports coaching, field trips, sports and graduation days, parent involvement programmes. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Nurseries New Safa Nursery Al Safa Dubai 04 342 9575

Odyssey Nursery Umm Suqeim 2 Dubai 04 348 8805 056 600 7657 odysseynursery.com

Orange Tree Children’s Nursery Al Jaffiliya, Dubai 04 386 1578 050 719 8153 orangetreedubai.com

Raffles Arabian Ranches Nursery Arabian Ranches Saheel 1 Dubai 04 427 1476 rafflesis.com

Raffles Dubai Marina Nursery Dubai Marina Dubai 04 427 1473 rafflesis.com

Raffles Emirates Hills Nursery Adjacent to Montgomerie Golf Club Emirates Hills Dubai 04 427 1461 rafflesis.com

Curriculum International Age 1 year to 4.5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Field trips, swimming lessons, water play, arts and crafts, drama, kindermusik and ballet. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum Theme-based, emergent curriculum Age 4 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun (with holiday camps) Fees AED7,800 to AED10,700

Activities Spacious, colourful, well-equipped, age-specific classrooms, brightly-coloured indoor playroom, large outdoor play area, bike and car track, sandpit, water-splash area, dining/snack room with child-sized dining tables, nurse’s room. Hours of operation Morning session: 8am-12.30pm. Early dropoff and late classes until 5pm are available.

Curriculum International Preschool Curriculum Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Spacious and well equipped classrooms, with age- appropriate educational resources and furniture, Indoor play area, complete with fun play centers, Safe and shaded outdoor play area, water play areas, sandpit and bike track. Reading ‘majlis’ with a wide selection of story books, whiteboard room, Language center for teaching Arabic and French, Science laboratory for fun experiments and ‘messy’ play, Children’s environmental garden. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm

Curriculum UK Age 2 years to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Arts and crafts, face painting, music, colouring, problem solving in math, indoor/outdoor play. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Rhyme and songs, mathematical concepts in play, puzzles, sand and water play, gardening, arts and crafts, physical development, dress-up, exploring sensory materials like rice, shaving foam and mud. Hours of operation 8am-4pm.

Curriculum International Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Rhyme and songs, mathematical concepts in play, puzzles, sand and water play, gardening, arts and crafts, physical development, dress up, exploring sensory materials like rice, shaving foam and mud. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

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Raffles Lakes Garden Nursery Lakes Hattan The Lakes Dubai 04 427 1472 rafflesis.com

Raffles Lakes Nursery The Lakes (next to The Lakes Club) Dubai 04 427 1471 rafflesis.com

Raffles Town Centre Nursery The Springs 14 Dubai 04 427 1458 rafflesis.com

Raffles Umm Suqeim Nursery Raffles International School Umm Suqeim 04 427 1228 rafflesis.com

Rainbow Valley Nursery Jumeirah Lakes Towers Dubai 04 423 2540 rainbowvalleynursery.com

Royal Beach Nursery Jumeirah 3 Dubai 04 394 8181 rbnursery.net

August 2015

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Arts and crafts, face painting, music, colouring, problem solving in math, indoor/outdoor play. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Curriculum Early Years Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Arts and crafts, face painting, music, colouring, problem solving in math, indoor/outdoor play. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum International and Montessori Age 2 years to 4 years Term dates Yearly Fees AED36,000 annual fee

Activities Practical life lessons such as tying shoe laces, sensorial lessons, math lessons, language lessons, cultural lessons, music and movement, arts and crafts, P.E. and Arabic. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED11,500 for full day

Activities Themed classrooms where children are encouraged to learn independently and through hands-on experiences Soft play area and Junior gym, White Board and laptops connected to wireless internet, large structured play area. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm

Curriculum UK Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Story time, circle time, singing, music and movement, dress up/role play, scissor-skill practice, jolly phonics, water play, computer room and library, cookery room, Arabic classes. CCTV enabled. Hours of operation 7.30am-8pm.

Nurseries Safa Kindergarten Nursery Al Safa Dubai 04 344 3878 safanurseries.net

Safari Kid Nursery Downtown Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai 04 359 7398 050 454 8879 safarikid.ae

Sandcastle Nursery Jumeirah 1 Dubai 04 344 4283 sandcastlenursery.com

Seashells Nursery Al Barsha Dubai 04 341 3404 seashellsnursery.com

Small Steps Nursery Mirdif Dubai 04 288 3347 smallstepsnursery.ae

Small World Nurseries Jumeirah 2 Dubai 04 349 0770 smallworldnurserydubai. com

Curriculum International Age 1 year to 4.5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED8,000

Activities Field trips, swimming lessons, water play, arts and crafts, drama, kindermusik and ballet. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm/3pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 4 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Our architecturally designed nursery features six classrooms, huge indoor and outdoor play area, a technology corner, a training swimming pool , an art studio, where children can explore the artist in them, and a purpose built creative lab, where children explore drama, movement, and imaginative play. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum UK Age 3 months to 4.5 years Term dates Yearly Fees From AED7,300

Activities Indoor/outdoor play areas, arts and crafts, physical activity, design and solve problems, identifying numbers to 10 with counting games, picture books, story time, creative expression. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum UK Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Singing with music teacher, junior chef, simple science/fun experiments, show and tell, library and story time, concerts, gym time, free play, arts and crafts, outdoor play. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum UK Age 1 year to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED5,750

Activities Soft play, painting, music, dance. Hours of operation 8am-12pm. Extended hours available until 1.30pm upon request.

Curriculum UK Age 14 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Computer area with educational software, library and outside playscapes, with shaded areas, swimming. Hours of operation 8am-12.30pm. Extended hours available until 3pm, upon request.

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Smart Children’s Nursery Al Jafliya Dubai 04 398 0074 smartchildrensnursery.net

Spectrum Nursery Abu Hail Dubai 04 265 9464 spectrumnursery.com

Step By Step Nursery Layan Community Al Qudra Road Dubai 04 447 3445 stepbystepnursery.ae

Super Kids Nursery Mirdif Dubai 04 288 1949 superkidsnursery.com

Tender Love & Care Nursery Boutique Office Dubai Media City 04 367 1636 tenderloveandcare.com

Toddlers International Nursery Al Mankhool Bur Dubai Dubai 04 398 3111 toddlersintlnursery.com

August 2015

Curriculum EYFS Age 1 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED15,500

Activities Arts and Craft, Ballet and movement to music, Swimming, Computer lessons, Story time, Outdoor and Indoor activities, Yoga and gymnasium, Junior chef. Hours of operation 7am-7.30pm.

Curriculum Indian Age 1.5 years to 4 years Term dates Apr-Mar Fees On request

Activities Nursery/Montessori-trained teachers take the children through various activities such as circle time, role play, storytelling, reading, pre-handwriting skills, sensory experience, puppet show, art and craft, game playing, puzzle solving, block building, clay modelling, painting/colouring, rhyme time, dance and music, educational movie watching, gardening, contests, field trips, cookery sessions, themed assemblies, collaborative activities, special days’ celebration. Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 8 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED9,800

Activities Personal, social and emotional development, communication, language, and literacy, problem solving, reasoning and numeracy creative development with arts and crafts, physical development, outdoor play area. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 11 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,000

Activities Circle time, flash cards, arts and crafts, story time, Playdough, puzzles and blocks, soft gym and educational videos. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum International Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities Music, puzzles, children books, gym, water play, hopping, running, cars, bikes, an outdoor play set, crawling through tunnels, playing with soft balls and much more. Hours of operation 7.30am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities The children will participate in various outdoor/ indoor activities. these include, but are not limited to the following: arts & craft activities; being creative with playdough and sand; music & movement sessions; exploring the indoor play area and our supermarket role play corner and using various outdoor materials & equipment, such as: bikes, slides, swings, balls and the trampoline. Hours of operation From 8.30am to 5pm

Nurseries

The Children’s Garden Barsha (TCGB) Corner Road 43 and 36 B Street, Al Barsha 2 P.O Box 333605 Dubai 04 399 0160 tcgbarsha.ae A Taaleem School

The Children’s Garden Green Community (TCGGC) Green Community P.O Box 211336 Dubai 04 885 3484 childrensgarden.ae A Taaleem School

Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (www.iclca.org) Age 2 to 6 years Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jun Fees Upon request

Facilities Water park, climbing frames, sand pit, swings, shaded play areas, large auditorium, room of knowledge, art studio, music room, majlis, mathazone forest, sensory room. Extracurricular activities A full programme of after-chool activities including French, Arabic, Spanish, art, music, movement, maths, football and yoga. Hours of operation 8.20am-2pm. After-school activities 2.30pm-3.15pm. Early drop-off 7.45am.

Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (www.iclca.org) Age 2 to 6 years Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jun Fees Upon request

Activities Swimming pool, art studio, shaded play areas, music and movement room, mathazone forest, sand pit, reading majlis, room of knowledge. Extracurricular activities After-school activities programme in German, jolly phonics, art club, music, movement, maths club, cooking, dance, science. Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. After-school activities 2.30pm-3.15pm. Early drop-off 7.45am.

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The Children’s Garden Jumeira (TCGJ) Villa 297 Jumeirah 2 Jumeirah Beach Road Dubai 04 349 2985 tcgjumeira.ae A Taaleem School

The Kensington Nursery Dubai Silicon Oasis Dubai 04 342 3399 thekensingtonnursery.com

The Little Discoverers Nursery Safa 1 Dubai 04 394 6066 055 574 7347 littlediscoverers.com

The Palms Nursery Jumeirah 3 Dubai 04 394 7017 thepalmsnurserydubai. com

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Curriculum The International Curriculum for Languages & Creative Arts (www.iclca.org) Age 2 to 6 years Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jun Fees Upon request

Activities Water play, sand pit, climbing frame, race track, majlis, music and movement room, shaded play areas, art studio, mathazone forest, room of knowledge. Extracurricular activities Afternoon activities in English, French and Arabic including art, drama and antics, musical instruments and dance, yoga and zumba. Hours of operation 8.30am-2pm. After-school activities 2.30pm-3.15pm. Early drop-off 7.45am.

Curriculum UK Age 4 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED35,100

Activities Arabic classes, physical education class and water play. Hours of operation 7.30am- 6pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates September 2012 onwards Fees On request

Activities Circle time, role play, small world, indoor and outdoor play areas, water play, singing, dancing, story time, painting and a variety of other activities. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm, with flexible days and timings.

Curriculum EYFS Age 16 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED5,400 to AED10,700

Activities All regular activities including weekly ‘Monkeynastix’ fun and an FS1 programme gently taught by caring British staff to nurture and promote all aspects of preschool development. Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Nurseries The Wonder Years Nursery Dubai Sports City Dubai 04 368 5600 wonderyearsnursery.com

Tiny Home Montessori Nursery Al Manara Jumeirah Dubai 04 346 5240 moneval.org

Tiny Town Nursery Dubai Investment Park 2 Dubai 04 883 0175 055 751 3364 tinytownnursery.ae

Tiny Town Play Lounge Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 044 23 2578 056 779 0427 055 661 9429 tinytown.ae

Toddler Town British Nursery Al Safa, Al Manara Jumeirah 04 388 2999 JBR, Dubai Marina 04 452 8080 toddlertown.ae

Vernus Early Learning Centre Jumeirah Lake Towers 04 360 8929 Umm Suqeim 04 321 4606 vernuselc.ae

Curriculum British EYFS Age 6 months to 2 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request

Activities New purpose-built nursery with a spacious covered outdoor play area, bicycle track and sandpit. A wellequipped indoor play area, reading area, small world area and an interactive white board. Varied classroom activities linked to the EYFS curriculum, including arts and crafts, singing and rhymes, water and messy play, special enrichment activities such as ‘mini chefs’ and ‘splashtastic’. Hours of operation Nursery Hours: 08:00 – 13:00, Afternoon Club: 13:00 – 15:30

Curriculum Montessori Age 1 year to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr Apr-Jun Fees AED8,950 per term, for five days a week.

Activities Music and movement, field trips, water play, show and tell, French and Arabic language classes. Hours of operation 8am-12.30 pm; day care until 5pm.

Curriculum Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 2 months to 5 Years Term dates Autumn Sep-Dec; winter Jan-Mar; spring AprJun; summer camp Jul-Aug Fees AED7,000 to AED11,000

Activities Large outdoor area, slide structure, sand and water play, push cars and strollers, hoops, indoor play area equipped with mini bikes and a role-play corner, napping area in a quiet corner of the nursery equipped with comfortable beds and monitored by nannies at all times. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm.

Curriculum UK Age 2 years to 6 Years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr Apr-Jun Fees On request

Curriculum International Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates On request Fees From AED15,900

Activities An exciting library, small world, role play town, soft play room with climbing wall, baby soft play, sensory room, music area, cookery corner, 14m swimming pool, wading pool, 2 playgrounds, huge sand-pit, gardening area, water play area, riding track. Hours of operation 7.30am-5.30pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 6 weeks to 6 years Term dates Jan-Apr, Apr-Jul, Sep-Dec Fees From AED7,000 (Per-term)

Activities Spacious child centered classrooms, outdoor and indoor playgrounds, music room, sensory room, science lab kids city, swimming pool, football court, basketball court, sand and water area, tracking area, fully equipped clinic, planting area. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

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Nurseries Willow Children’s Nursery Umm Suquiem Branch Dubai 04 321 4433 050 472 5890 Dubai Marina Branch 04 554 5802 willownurserydubai.com

Wisdom International Nursery & Daycare Jumeirah 1 Dubai 04 344 6371 wisdominternationalnursery. com

World Nursery Al Qusais Dubai 04 261 3025 worldnurserydubai.com

Woodbury Children’s Nursery Villas No. 28 & 30 Umm Al Sheif Road Jumeirah Dubai 04 321 5736 woodburynursery.com

Yellow Brick Road Nursery (Part of the Beautiful Minds Nurseries) Al Garhoud Dubai 04 282 8290 yellowbrickroad.ws

Art and Educational h Centre at S h a rj a Sharjah Ladies Club – Basateen Preschool Centre Sharjah Ladies Club Sharjah 06 506 7717 slc.ae 54

Curriculum Birth-Three Matters and the EYFS Age 45 days to 4.5 years Term dates Per three months Fees On request

Activities Arts, music, physical activities, Arabic, swimming, drumming, and more. Hours of operation From 7am-12.30pm/1.30pm/3pm/6pm.

Curriculum International Age 6 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun. Summer camp: Jul-Aug Fees On request

Activities Creative and imaginative thinking, Free flow play/jigsaws, Communication Language and Literacy, Mathematical Development, Puzzles and Verbal Reasoning Concepts, Learning Different Roles, Characters and Themes, Nursery Rhymes abd Story Telling, Foundation of Pencil Control, Pattern Writing/Coloring. Hours of operation 7am- 6.30pm.

Curriculum Indian EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Aug, Sep-Mar Fees On request

Activities The areas include outside learning areas in the form of sand play and water play and a splash pool in warm months to keep the children cool as well as qualitatively engaged. Hours of operation 8am-2pm. Day care facility available until 7pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees From AED7,500 (per-term)

Activities Ranging from reading, construction and mark making to role play and messy play. With furniture and educational resources specifically selected for each age group and vibrant displays, our children feel happy, cared for and relaxed while working towards their developmental milestones. Hours of operation From 8am to 3pm

Curriculum British Curriculum – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Age 2 months to 4+ years Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jul (with holiday programmes) Fees AED600 to AED1,100 Transport No Waiting List No

Activities Our child-centred approach promotes the development of creativity, individuality and self-confidence, whilst delivering the highest standards of care. Most of all we just love to be outdoors and as often as we can we spend hours in our veggie garden connecting with nature and understanding life. Facilities Library, indoor play areas, spacious and shaded outdoor play areas, children’s vegetable gardens, swimming pool. Hours of operation 7am- 6pm.

Curriculum Learn through play Age 1 month to 5 years Term dates Monthly Fees From AED5,350

Activities Language development, mathematical development, good manners, physical development, outdoor play, art and craft, music and movement, sports, gym, audio visual, educational TV, library time, songs, stories. Hours of operation 8am-8am.

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Chubby Cheek’s Nursery - Sharjah Al Taawun Sharjah 06 525 5870 050 675 6229 chubbycheeksnursery.com

Dreamland Nursery Sharjah 06 566 1133 050 646 9960 dreamlandnursery.com

Emirates English Nursery Al Fayha area, Ramla Sq., Villa #4, Sharjah 06 566 3339 050 108 5008 emiratesenglishnursery. com

English Rose British Nursery Basher Bin Abbas Street Al Fisht Sharjah 06 522 8477 englishrosenursery.com

Future International Nursery Emirates Road, Muwafjah (opposite Sharjah Shooting Club) Sharjah 06 548 7101 future-intl.ae

Happy Home Nursery Maysaloon Sharjah 06 563 1772 happyhomenursery.com

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Curriculum British EYFS Age 2 months to 5 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees From AED5,000

Activities Story time, language, reading, shapes and letter learning, music and dance, rhyme, pattern seeking, running, climbing, jumping, hopping, skipping, riding tricycles, throwing and catching, watering plants, Playdough play, puzzles, arts and crafts. Hours of operation 7.30am - 6pm.

Curriculum UK/Arabic/French Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Registration is based on three months, starting on the day of the child’s admittance Fees On request

Activities Paddling, music, trips, special events, gymnastics, acting, The nursery also organises monthly trips for the children,and offers a variety of events and celebrations throughout the year such as Sports Day, Fancy Dress Parties, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and much more. Hours of operation 7am-2pm, 2pm-5pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 12 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sept to Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities English, Maths and Arabic classes, Music lessons, Ballet lessons, Story time, Field trips, Art & Craft, Physical Activities. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 12 months to 4.5 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Children do small group work so, although they might be based in their one particular class, they do enjoy specific areas, such as the garden, sand water play area, home corners, book areas, sensory and the soft play areas. Hours of operation 7.30am-3pm. (These timings are subject to change throughout the year, due to demand).

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sept to Dec, Jan-Mar Fees From AED4,850 per-term

Activities Our unique programmes are designed to meet specific learning objectives through play, physical activities, experiences in the learning centres, craft-making, storytelling, performing, reading and other activities. Hours of operation 8am- 6pm.

Curriculum UK/Arabic Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, Fees On request

Activities Sand and water play, art and craft, morning assembly, story telling, music and; movement, ball pool, field trips, events and celebrations, parent teacher meeting Hours of operation 8am-1pm (Extended time available upon request.

Nurseries Happy Kids Nursery Sharjah Plot no 93 University City Road (Opp Our Own English High School) Al Shahba Sharjah 06 538 9300 earlyyearsedugrp.com

Little Angel British Nursery Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Road. Al Ramla, Sharjah 06 566 0990 055 429 3089 littleangelnursery.com

Little Wonders Sharjah Al Taawun Sharjah 06 537 6116 littlewonders.ae

New Hope Nursery Opposite Mother & Child Hospital Sharjah 06 524 1610 050 481 7603 newhopesharjah.com

Seven Oaks British Nursery Street 71, Khalidiya, Al Khan, Sharjah 06 554 4561 050 342 9702 sevenoaksnursery.com

Sharjah Kindercare Nursery Plot no 93 Al Sharqan area Sharjah 06 524 0911 earlyyearsedugrp.com

Curriculum Early Years Education Program - a bespoke curriculum focusing on children’s developmental needs, tailor made to suit specific age groups Age 18months to 4 years Term dates April to June, Sept to Dec, Jan to March Fees On request

Curriculum EYFS Age 18 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sept to Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Face Painting Cooking Class, Puppet Show, Field Trips, Water Play, Fancy Dress Competition, art and craft, songs and music. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Curriculum UK EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Open all year; five terms and a summer camp Fees From AED3,750 per-term

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sept to Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Personal, social and emotional development, communication, language and literacy, problem solving, numeracy and reasoning, knowledge and understanding of the world, physical development, creative development, Playground/ Large Motor Activities, Snack, Story time, Music, Gym class. Hours of operation 8am-5pm.

Curriculum British Foundation Stage Age 6 months to 4 years Term dates Apr-Jun, Sept to Dec, Jan-Mar Fees On request

Activities Our nursery can accommodate many children, we limit our intake to ensure that each child has an excellent quality of care in spacious surroundings. Besides the yummy mouth watering nutritious meals, full time inhouse nurse, monthly doctor visits, daily bus pick-up, drop service, monthly trips, after school clubs, art and craft, kid’s gym. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

Activities Well-equipped, age-specific classrooms, large covered outdoor play areas, junior gym facilities, gardening, aerobics and music classes, water and sand play, role play areas, computer room and library, professional sports coaching, field trips, sports and graduation days, parent involvement programmes. Hours of operation 8am-2pm.

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Al Ain Juniors Nursery

Falaj Hazza Al Ain 03 766 0092 alainjuniors.com

Edu-Fun Nursery - Al Ain The Garden City Al Ain 03 7612 686 050 471 0376 edufun-nursery.com

Golden Bell Nursery Out Al Thouba Street Al Ain 03 751 9980 050 231 1716 goldenbellnursery.com

House of Colours Nursery Al Jimi Al Ain 03 761 2204 nurserycolours.com

English Garden Nursery Shabiat - Um Ghafa Al Ain 03 764 8113 englishgardennursery.com

Golden Bell Nursery Out Al Thouba Street, Al Ain 03 751 9980 050 231 1716 goldenbellnursery.com

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Curriculum UK EYFS Age 2 years to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees from AED4,450

Activities Exploring and using media and materials, mathematics, reading, writing, numbers, shapes, space and measure, expressive arts design. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum Arabic/UK EYFS Age 2 year to 7 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees From AED6,925 per-term

Activities Communication and language, physical development, personal, social developement, literacy, mathematics, understandign the world, arts and design. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees from AED610

Activities Listening and Attention, Learning to voice ideas, observations, experiences and curiosities, Literacy, Writing, Speaking, Aspects of Mathematics, Activities to do at Home. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum UK/EYFS Age 4 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees 4months to 2years AED26,000 (10 Hours), AED21,400 (7 Hours), 2years to 3.8+ years AED23,800 (10 Hours), AED20,200 (7 Hours)

Activities Reading, Writing, Numbers, Shapes, Space and Measure, Expressive arts design. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum British EYFS Age 3 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees From AED2,400

Activities Includes exploring and playing with a wide range of media and materials as well as providing opportunities that encourage children to share their thoughts, feelings and ideas through art, music, movement, dance, role play, and design and technology. Hours of operation 7am-5pm.

Curriculum EYFS Age 2 months to 4 years Term dates Sep-Dec, Apr-Jun, Jan-Mar, Fees On request

Activities Allow your child to listen to and sing songs and rhymes, Engage in role play with your child, Explore different media; paint, pencils, crayons, Using scissors and glue; encourage cutting and sticking activities, Dance to songs and make up actions to complement; e.g. Wheels on the Bus, Make musical instruments using pots filled with dry pasta or lentil, Keep old clothes, hats, shoes, gloves to create an exciting dressing up box, Use empty household items, such as egg boxes and cereal boxes for junk modelling activities. Hours of operation 8am-5pm. 57

Schools Young brainiacs will flourish with these first-class facilities and curricula

Schools Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Grammar School (Canada)

Tourist Club Area Abu Dhabi 02 644 4703 agsgrmmr.sch.ae

Abu Dhabi Indian School Muroor Road Abu Dhabi 02 448 8025 adisuae.com

Abu Dhabi Indian School, Branch 1 Al Wathba South Abu Dhabi 02 583 1991 adiswathba.com

Abu Dhabi International (Pvt) School Al Karamah Street Abu Dhabi 02 443 4433 ais-uae.com

Ajyal International School Mohammad Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 552 2668 ajyal.sch.ae

Al Basma British School Al Bahia Abu Dhabi 02 562 3454 albasmaschool.ae

Curriculum Canada Age KG2 to Grade 12 Term dates: Sep-Jun Fees: AED19,236 to AED40,656 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities A large gymnasium, an undercover play area and a new 25 -metre pool. To meet the fine arts component of the curriculum, AGS has an art room, music room, computer room and dance studio. AGS has two science laboratories for junior and senior high school classes. A new library has been built to encourage a love of reading. Extracurricular activities Every classroom is wired to a computer and projector for instructional purposes.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees From AED1,350 per-term Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities Science labs, library, computer labs, large playground. Extracurricular activities Basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, tennis, table tennis, cricket, volleyball. Regular inter-house and inter-school athletic meets (for the girls and boys) are highlights of the school calendar.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 9 Term dates: Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees: AED6,220 to AED8,640 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities Library, kindergarten and primary playground, music and dance room, computer science lab, general science lab, sports and recreation room, yoga room, medical room, art and craft activities. upcoming facilities: swimming, pool, multipurpose auditorium, gymnasium, tennis court, canteen, basketball court.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED13,200 to AED20,200 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Chemistry Lab, Computer Lab, Computer Science Lab, Biology Lab, Learning Resource Center, Green Field, Gymnasium, Gymnasium Theatre. Extracurricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum UK/UAE Age FS1 to Year 9 Term dates: Sep-Jan, Jan-Feb, Feb-Jun Fees: AED27,700 to AED50,350 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Large, modern, well-equipped classrooms with break-out areas and embedded technology, bespoke science laboratory, design and ICT facilities, four design and technology rooms: food technology, resistant materials, graphics and textiles; music rooms and recording studio, 15 -metre swimming pool and learners’ pool, shaded outdoor play spaces including dedicated early years area. Extracurricular activities Various kinds of sporting activities.

Curriculum UAE/UK Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED18,000 to AED35,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Science labs, library, computer labs, large playground. Attractive classrooms, multi-purpose auditorium, a music, an art and design and a design and technology room, a dance and drama and TV/audio studio, a 25m swimming pool, a library and fully equipped science laboratories. Extracurricular activities Art, Basketball, Ball Games,Art, Ball Games, Music, Football, French, well-supervised adventure area, where they can play, run, hide and explore the natural world.

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Al Bateen Secondary School Al Manaseer Area Abu Dhabi 02 813 2000 albateen.sch.ae

Al Muna Primary School Hamdan Abu Dhabi 02 501 4777 almunaprimary.sch.ae

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Curriculum UK/IB Diploma Age Year 7 to Year 13 Term dates: Sep-Dec, JanApr, Apr-Jun Fees: AED53,361 to AED62,844 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? N/A ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED41,580 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? N/A ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities One football field, 25-metre swimming pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, outdoor and indoor netball courts, outdoor shaded play area, one indoor sports hall, dance studio, canteen, library, art and DT classrooms, 10 science labs and two science preparation rooms, drama performance hall (with 850 seats), drama studio, music recital rooms, food technology classrooms, two prayer rooms, atrium. Extracurricular activities School swim squad, Chinese language and culture, chess, guitar club, football, cricket, subaqua diving.

Facilities One football field, 25 -metre swimming pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, outdoor and indoor netball courts, sports hall, library, drama performance hall (with 350 seats), two prayer rooms, two outdoor shaded play areas. Extracurricular activities U9 touch rugby, U12 touch rugby, home reading club, computer animation, swim squad, homework club, cricket, cursive writing, audio book recording, observational, drawing, conversation club, Arabic, fonts, drawing cartoon characters, Quran club, art club, puppet club, drumming, swim club, badminton, netball, desert school club, golf, home reading club, horse riding, healthy eating, ballet. 61

Schools Al Dhafra Private School Mohamed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 610 8400/02 610 8401 abu-dhabi.dhafraschools. com

Al Mushrif School Al Manaseer Area Abu Dhabi 02 813 2200 almushrif.sch.ae

Al Murooj Scientific Private School Khalifa Bin Shakhboot Street Abu Dhabi 02 666 9229 almuroojprivateschool. com

Al Rayyan National Private School Rowdha area Abu Dhabi 02 446 4575 alrayyan.tripod.com

Curriculum Arabic/UK/US Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED22,000 to AED38,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Science laboratories, library, computer labs, playground. Extracurricular activities Elite Sport and its team of highly experienced sports coaches will be offering high quality coaching sessions in sports including Football, Swimming, Basketball, Ballet, Zumba, Karate and Tennis after school each day. Extracurricular activities offer great opportunities for students to experience new sports and gain new skills as well as participating in activities they enjoy.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED43,560 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? N/A ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities One football field, 25-metre swimming pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, outdoor and indoor netball courts, outdoor shaded play area, indoor sports hall, dance studio, canteen, library, art and DT classrooms, drama performance hall (850 seats), drama studio, music recital rooms, food technology classrooms, two prayer rooms, atrium. Extracurricular activities Yoga pretzels, painting by numbers, dance, baking, sewing/knitting, art and crafts, Disney, reading stories, Quran rules of recitation, Arabic drama, Capoeira, basketball, netball, magical mathematics.

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age 3 to 14 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated N/A

Facilities Library, science laboratory, modern computer lab, specially-designed playground. Extracurricular activities Physical education, arts and crafts, cooking, playing, music, scouts.

Curriculum Indian/UAE Age Kindergarten to Grade 10 Term dates: Sep-Dec, JanApr, Apr-Jun Fees: AED4,800 to AED8,225 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated N/A

Facilities Science labs, computer labs, library, basketball court, canteen. Extracurricular activities Various kinds of sporting activities.

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SUCCESS AHEAD

Brendan Law, Headmaster of Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, shares his thoughts at the start of the school’s second year In just one year, the school has gained a Band A rating from ADEC (Abu Dhabi Education Council). What’s behind your success?’ In a word – community. And by community I mean Cranleigh staff, our pupils and their families. Our teaching and administrative teams are exceptional, youthful and talented with never ending energy and ideas. We have also benefitted hugely from the Cranleigh UK team’s deep and ongoing involvement. Secondly, our pupils. I have always believed that children are capable of more than they can imagine. We try to instil this belief and over the past year, so many of them have risen to the challenge, surprising themselves as they discovered hidden talents. Finally, we have wonderfully August 2015

supportive parents. They are not shy to point out areas that need work, but are always willing to be a part of the solution. They are an integral and very important part of the Cranleigh story so far. Now that you are in your second year of operation, are all your year groups full? Like most good schools in the capital, demand in the early years is extremely high and yes, our classes are full. We do have few places across Years 5-10. Encouraging families to keep their children here, for all of their senior years is something we are focusing on. We believe that by engaging and inspiring our pupils, helping them to develop their thinking skills, they will enjoy and value the broad academic, sporting and cultural curriculum, ultimately staying here for their entire education.

The school offers great sporting and cultural facilities for its students. Is this true? Yes, it most definitely is. The 650-seat auditorium, recital hall and dance studio are in operation and our Director of Performing Arts has an inspirational schedule planned. On the sports side, we were fortunate to be able to avail of the superb facilities at NYUAD (New York University Abu Dhabi) last year, but now that our swimming pool and sports hall are open, we can build an even broader programme. In fact, there are over 100 sporting fixtures planned for this term. This year will see us running about 20 inter-house competitions, so there is always an opportunity for a child to shine. Of course alongside all of this, we have our first group of Year 10 pupils starting their iGSCE course, so it’s going to be another memorable year. 63

Schools Al Rabeeh School Hadbat Al Zafranah Abu Dhabi 02 448 2856 - Administration 02 448 2866 - Nurse alrabeeh.sch.ae

Al Sanawbar School New Manasir Al Ain 03 767 9889 alsanawbarschool.com

Al Yasat Private School Al Shamkha Abu Dhabi 02 641 2300 02 584 8899 alyasat-school.com

Al Yasmina School Al Raha Gardens Abu Dhabi 02 501 4888 alyasmina.sch.ae

Curriculum EYFS / National Curriculum for England Age Kindergarten to Grade 6 Term dates Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED25,400 to AED31,300 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes

Facilities Science labs, library, computer labs, large playground, call for more information. Extracurricular activities Basketball, volleyball, soccer, badminton, tennis, table tennis, cricket, volleyball. Regular inter-house and inter-school athletic meets.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED11,612 to AED24,667 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes

Extracurricular activities Football, Art , Gymnastics, Quran, Lego and Construction Building, French , Story and Crafts, Basket ball, Chess, Cooking, and more.

Curriculum UAE/US Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Apr-Jun, Jul-Sep, Oct-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED30,000 to AED36,500 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Graphics animation & photography studio, video editing studio, three dubbing studios, audio recording studio, a preview theatre & a chroma studio, green room, Robotics lab, Biology, Physics and Chemistry labs, Dining, Cafeteria, art rooms, orchestra/band room & music rooms. Extracurricular activities 300-seat gymnasium, sports hall with carefully placed game-court markings for basketball, cricket, tennis, volleyball, rugby, handball, netball, badminton, floor hockey and squash. outdoor football pitch, 25-meter swimming pool with lanes.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED41,580 to AED57,330 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes, operated by 3rd party ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Two football fields, two swimming pools and a beginners’ pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, outdoor and indoor netball courts, 300 -metre and 100 -metre running tracks, two outdoor shaded play areas, three indoor sports halls, cricket field, dance studio, canteen with full kitchen, secondary and primary library. Extracurricular activities Arabic speaking to non-native, art club, badminton, basketball, board games, chess, coding club, comedy sketch club, construction club, conversation skills for language, cookery, sailing, dance show, debating.

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Al Shohub School Behind Khalifa City A Police Station Abu Dhabi 02 555 9995 alshohub.org

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age 3 to 17 Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED54,000 to AED79,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes, from KG-Grade 6 ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Science laboratory, computer, library. Extracurricular activities Football, volleyball, swimming.

American Community School of Abu Dhabi

Curriculum US Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED39,960 to AED73,130 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Swimming pool, technology facilities, library, cafeteria, gymnasium, huge playground, separate playground for elementary. Extracurricular activities Band, choir, dance, fine arts, sports, arts, athletics, swimming.

Curriculum USA-based, with IB Primary Years and Diploma Programmes Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep 1-Jun 20 Fees AED29,078 to AED52,852 Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Two gyms, two swimming pools, grass soccer field, drama room, six science labs, art rooms, computer labs, library, smartboards in every classroom. Extracurricular activities Many and varied.

Curriculum Arabic/Australian Age Kindergarten to Grade12 Term dates: Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul. Fees: AED16,475 to AED38,034 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Fully air-conditioned international-standard 27-metre swimming pool, soccer fields, state-of-the-art gymnasium, three science laboratories for general science, biology, chemistry and physics. Computer laboratory with over 120 computers with internet access available, separate playgrounds for each division, a well-equipped modern kindergarten section with adventure areas and swings. Extracurricular activities Physical education, arts and crafts, cooking, playing, music.

Curriculum UK Age FS2 to Grade9 Term dates: Jan-Mar Fees: AED23,000 to AED27,460 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities State-of-the-art classrooms, ICT. Extracurricular activities Physical education, arts, music, school trips, school clubs, after-school club.

Abu Dhabi 02 681 5115 acs.sch.ae

American International School in Abu Dhabi Junction of Airport Road & 29th Street Abu Dhabi 02 444 4333 aisa.sch.ae

Australian School of Abu Dhabi Khalifa City B Abu Dhabi 02 586 6980 aiahome.net/abu_dhabi/

Belvedere British School Mohamed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 559 5525 belvederebritishschool.com

Bright Riders School Mohammad Bin Zayed City Mussafah Abu Dhabi 02 632 2123 brightriders.ae

August 2015

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED8,400 to AED17,400 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Contemporary classrooms equipped for smart learning, Multi-purpose activity rooms and Libraries for interactive and collaborative learning, Modern Science and ICT LabsIndoor and shaded outdoor play areas, State-ofthe-art athletic track, cricket & soccer field, basketball court and a stunning 25m indoor swimming pool, Multi-purpose auditorium and gymnasium, Health focused cafeteria. Extracurricular activities Activity days sports events, arts/ crafts club leisure sports & games, debating & environment clubs wide special events & community celebrations, games, computer club, book club charitable. 65

Schools Brighton College Bloom Gardens Near Sheikh Khalifa Park Abu Dhabi 02 815 6500 (reception) 02 815 6506 (admissions) brightoncollege.ae

British International School Behind Abu Dhabi University Campus Abu Dhabi 02 510 0100 bisabudhabi.com

British School Al Khubairat Airport Road Abu Dhabi 02 446 2280 britishschool.sch.ae

Canadian International School Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 556 4206 cisabudhabi.com

Creative British School Musaffah Abu Dhabi 02 552 3700 cbsabudhabi.com Opening September 2015

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi 02 497 0000 cranleigh.ae

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Grade12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul. Fees: AED47,530 to AED72,680 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Libraries, auditorium, information and communication technology suites, art studios, dance studios, recording studio, science laboratories, fitness centre, aerobics room, grass football/rugby/cricket pitch, 25 -metre swimming pool. Extracurricular activities A wide variety, including football, hockey, rugby, swimming, badminton, karate, netball, rounders and horse riding.

Curriculum UK Age 3 to 17 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED47,900 to AED63,200 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Science laboratories, dance studios, indoor gymnasium, main hall, swimming pool, outdoor and indoor play areas, classroom smart boards, music rooms, library, technology suites, grass football and rugby pitches. Extracurricular activities Drama club, music lessons, rugby, football, netball, table tennis, wakeboarding, swimming, arts and crafts, chess, basketball, journalism, computers, maths, pottery, Arabic club, history club and book club.

Curriculum UK Age Nursery to Year 13 Term dates: Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul, Aug-Dec Fees: AED35,800 to AED62,300 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Libraries, theatre, auditorium, primary hall, sports pitches, sports halls, swimming pools, music wing, sixth form play and recreation areas. Extracurricular activities Sports, the arts and music. From pop idol to rock band, textiles to tae kwon do, jewellery-making to gymnastics, cooking to climbing. Children also compete in sports fixtures against other schools in football, netball, cricket and swimming. In addition, specialist coaches provide opportunities for students to develop their skills in rugby, cricket, netball, gymnastics, tennis, sailing and football.

Curriculum Canadian Age 3 to 13 Term dates On request Fees AED35,075 to AED46,494 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Gym complex including 25 -metre swimming pool, activity rooms for music and drama, large science laboratory, libraries. Every classroom is wired to a computer, printer and a projector. Extracurricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum British Age KG1 to Grade 10 Term dates: Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul, Sep-Dec Fees: AED7,000 to AED18,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? No ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Curriculum British IGCSE & A Level Age FS1 to Year 10 Term dates: Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul, Sep-Dec Fees: AED65,000 to AED96,333 Waiting list? Yes for some Year groups at present but we are open for admissions Transport? No ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities State-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories, 3 libraries, 2 dining rooms, sports hall, 2 swimming pools, 2 grass pitches, tennis courts, gymnasium, 650 -seat auditorium, 3 band rooms, 100 -seat recital room, outdoor playing, music rooms, science building. Extracurricular activities Performing arts, rugby, cricket, football, athletics, netball, basketball, swimming, ballet, dance, gymnastics, tennis, hockey, beach activities and sports, paddle boarding, sailing, horse riding, chess club, art mural, jewellery making, debating and many more.

Schools Diyafah International School Mohammed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 558 5665 diyafahinternationalschool. com

Elite Private School Al Mushrif Abu Dhabi 02 447 5800 elitepvtschool.com

Emirates National School Mohamed Bin Zayed City Abu Dhabi 02 559 0000/800 2008 ens.sch.ae

Emirates Private School Al Muroor Road Abu Dhabi 02 444 8863 emiratesprivate.sch.ae

GEMS American Academy Madinat Khalifa A Abu Dhabi 02 557 4880 gemsaa-abudhabi.com

GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi Baniyas Abu Dhabi 02 510 4343 gcis-abudhabi.com

Curriculum British Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates: Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul, Sep-Dec Fees: AED24,200 to AED32,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? No ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Interactive IT integrated into all classrooms Specialist facilities for music, art and foreign languages Fully-equipped science labs and computer labs, Shaded play areas, including basketball and tennis courts, An astro turf football pitch, A large multi purpose hall. Extracurricular activities Sewing, face painting, music, craft, chess, football, rugby, eco art club, arabic, quran for non arabs, quran for arabs, film club, story writing in English and Arabic.

Curriculum Arabic/US Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED15,000 to AED21,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Large library, well-equipped internet-connected computer lab, science laboratories, health services, canteen, cafeteria, outdoor sporting facilities. Extracurricular activities Football, basketball, volleyball and handball. Inter-school tournaments, art contests, annual parties and science exhibitions. Trips to fun parks and places inside and outside Abu Dhabi.

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age Pre-KG to Grade 12 Term dates Sep, Jan Fees AED22,440 to AED55,920 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities Large playing fields, computer and science laboratories, libraries, gymnasiums and swimming pools. Extracurricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities on offer.

Curriculum UAE/UK/US Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED9,590 to AED16,375 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities Four large playgrounds, two cafeterias, library, music and arts, sports indoors and outdoors, auditorium, medical services, prayer room, ICT and science laboratories. Extracurricular activities Football, basketball, volleyball and handball. Inter-school tournaments.

Curriculum American Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED47,880 to AED66,780 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Outdoor artificial grass field, 24 classrooms with adjacent computer mini-labs, interactive promethean smart board in each classroom, library, art suite, computer lab and Arabic studies room, cafeteria, gymnasium with built-in seating for 100, covered outdoor play areas. Extracurricular activities Art club, computer club, basketball, drawing, dance, tennis and gardening, golf, homework club, floor hockey, knitting and weaving, chess, F1 club, swim club, intermediate Spanish, Arabic calligraphy, advanced Arabic, origami, swimming, yoga, book club.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED19,000 to AED32,300 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Learner pool, 25 -metre swimming pool, cricket nets, indoor sports areas, multipurpose hall, separate Foundation Stage play area, ICT suites and wireless connectivity throughout the campus, state-of-the-art science laboratories, two libraries, art studios, music choral and ensemble rooms, design and technology and media suites.

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GEMS Winchester School - Abu Dhabi Al Danah Abu Dhabi 02 403 5499 gemswinchesterschoolabudhabi.com

GEMS World Academy Abu Dhabi 02 641 6333 gemsworldacademyabudhabi.com

German International School Al Bateen Abu Dhabi 02 666 8668 gisad.ae

Glenelg School Sas al Nakhl 02 599 2007 & 2001 - Male 02 599 2008 & 2002 - Female Ruwais, Western Region 02 496 4004 to 4005 Madinat Zayed 02-4964505 to 4506 Ghayathi 02-4964400 gsad.sch.ae

Global Indian International School (GIIS) Baniyas East Abu Dhabi 02 665 6423 052 218 1585 globalindianschool.org

Good Will Children Private School Muhammad Bin Zayed City, Mussafah Abu Dhabi 02 553 4277 050 445 1178 056 752 5520 goodwil9.ae

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Curriculum UK Age Kindergarden to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED14,000 to AED22,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Multipurpose auditorium, sports fields, music rooms, art and craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, air-conditioned play area for kindergarten, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms. Extracurricular activities Music [instrumental], art and craft, music (vocal), creative writing, dance (individual and team), sports, drama reading club, debating, elocution and public speaking, educational trips, environmental projects, chess, sports, indoor games.

Curriculum IB Age Kindergarten to Grade 5 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED38,000 to AED55,650 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Outdoor artificial grass field, two playgrounds, shaded games field, Arabic language and Islamic education (for Muslim students) learning spaces, music room, IT lab, library, art room, gymnasium, movement room, climbing wall, health clinic and a cafeteria.

Curriculum German Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED17,745 to AED40,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Provides Arabic, English, French and German languages. Sports include athletics, basketball, fitness training, football and volleyball. Music for choir and singing. Activities are ballet, dance and yoga. After-school clubs. Extracurricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.

Curriculum UAE/US Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED19,000 to AED36,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Music and fine arts facitities, Arabic/Islamic study areas, library. Extracurricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated N/A

Extracurricular activities Wi-Fi enabled classrooms, computer laboratories with wireless connections, science laboratories, audio-video presentation room, multi-purpose auditorium with a capacity of 600 seats, digital library, Synthetic track for athletics, Tennis court, Soccer ground, Badminton court, Cricket ground, Swimming pool, Yoga centre. Extracurricular activities Music studio, Drama theatre, Da Vinci Art Studio for visual and digital arts, Dance studio, Cafeteria, Enhanced campus security with CCTV and Access Control.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED22,000 to AED24,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Extracurricular activities A wide range of after school clubs and activities are planned for students at all levels. Dance, Music, Arts - all these are offered to children for them to choose from. Please call for more information.

Schools Horizon Private School Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 556 0811 horizonprivateschool.com

International Community School Mushrif Abu Dhabi 02 633 0444 icschool-uae.com/mushrif

Mayoor Private School Al Wathba South Street No 5 Abu Dhabi 02 5100 811 mayoorschoolabudhabi. com

Merryland International School Muroor Road Abu Dhabi 02 551 9626 merrylandinternational.net

Our Own English High School (A GEMS school) Al Dhafrah Abu Dhabi 02 642 5990 gemsoo-abudhabi.com

Rawafed Private School Al Khaleeg Abu Dhabi 02 666 2663 (girls’ school) 02 666 9108 (boys’ school) rawafedschool.com

Curriculum MOE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED22,000 to AED41,300 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Extracurricular activities Art room, bike playground, chemistry lab, clinic, classes, biology lab, canteen, computer lab, library, multipurpose/conference halls, prayer rooms, meeting rooms. Extracurricular activities Basketball, Choir, Dance Club, Digital Expression, German Club, Library Rally Paper, Math Club, Newspaper Club, Soccer, Swimming, Taekwondo.

Curriculum UAE/UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 10 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED11,578 to AED16,353 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Library, computer labs, gymnasium, science labs, music room, art room, canteen, school clinic, et cetera. Extracurricular activities Extracurricular activities are regarded as an integral part of education. A range of activities are on offer and students are encouraged to participate in them. These activities include basketball, football, volleyball, computing, chess club and handcrafts. All clubs are run and supervised by staff members.

Curriculum UAE/UK Age KG 1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED17,500 to AED25,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities International standard volleyball court, mini soccer field, international standard basketball court, 2 swimming pools, international standard handball court, indoor badminton courts, indoor table tennis courts, 2 international standard tennis courts, chess indoor hall, adventurous play area for kg & grade 1 students, huge ac multipurpose hall to facilitate ply shuttle, gatherings etc. Extracurricular activities Music & Movement, Singing, Drama Free play, Theme related Field Trips, Inter & Intra class, competitions, Sports & Cultural days, Art & Craft, Sand play, Water play, National & International festival celebrations.

Curriculum Indian Age FS2 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED12,000 to AED26,500 Waiting list? No Transport? No ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Eight large multi-media computer labs, special computer labs custom-designed for kindergarten, multiple science laboratories, large indoor swimming pool, fully airconditioned indoor play area/theatre, kindergarten activity area with high safety standards, multiple outdoor/indoor activity areas, play areas, and beautiful landscaping with greenery and water features. Extracurricular activities Basketball, soccer, tennis, table tennis, badminton, swimming, volleyball, handball.

Curriculum Indian Age Kindergarten to Grade 10 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED2,400 to AED3,500 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Library, computer lab, science facilities, medical centre, canteen, school stores. Extracurricular activities Music, elocution, recitation, debates, essay writing, dramatics, sports, creative writing, music, club activities, art and craft, painting.

Curriculum Arabic/UK/US Age 3 to 17 Term dates On request Fees AED17,200 to AED 38,700 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated N/A

Facilities Three school libraries, three computer labs, designated art studios, five science laboratories, two athletic fields, two clinics, specially-equipped kindergarten play area, two cafeterias, books and supplies store. Extracurricular activities Football, trips and much more.

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Pearl Primary School Al Dhafrah Abu Dhabi 02 641 8887 pearlprimary.sch.ae

Raha International School (RIS) Khalifa City A Al Raha Gardens Abu Dhabi 02 556 1567 ext 120, 124 & 130 ris.ae A Taaleem School

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Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED40,400 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? N/A ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities One football field, 25-metre swimming pool, basketball court, outdoor and indoor netball courts, one indoor sports hall, primary library, drama performance hall (with 350 seats), two prayer rooms, two outdoor shaded play areas. Extracurricular activities Boys’ football, girls’ football, swim squad, swim fitness, athletics, dance, netball, badminton, hockey, active story telling, art masterclass, arts and crafts, chess club, cross stitch, nature/gardening club, philosophy for children, creative Arabic, recorder, animation, board games, choir, drama, photography, the young scientist club.

Curriculum IB World School, accredited by CIS and NEASC Age 4 to 18 years Term dates: Sep-Jun Fees: AED36,100 to AED56,900 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Landscaped campus with shaded play areas. Spacious, bright classrooms with computers and interactive white boards. Facilities include two libraries, science labs, three music studios and three visual arts studios, ICT labs, two gymnasiums, four tennis courts, 25-metre pool and beginners’ pool, two football pitches Extracurricular activities Senior school orchestra, dance, crafty stories, jewellery making, choir, robotics, waterpolo, chess, horseriding, sailing, Model United Nations, maths club, computer club, wildlife club, French club, card making, kite surfing, kayaking, golf, Capoeira, student council, cheerleading squad & triathlon club. 71

Schools Reach British School Baniyas East Abu Dhabi 02 582 2030 rb-school.com

Repton School Abu Dhabi Al Reem Island Abu Dhabi 02 507 4800 reptonabudhabi.org

Ryan International School Mussafah Mussafah Abu Dhabi 055 829 0540 ryaninternational.org/ rismussafah

Shining Star International School Musaffah Shabia 12 Abu Dhabi 02 559 9080 02 559 6444 shiningstarinternationalschool.com

Summit International School Street 19 Abu Dhabi 02 622 2504 summitinternationalschool. com

The Cambridge High School (A GEMS school) New Musaffa Abu Dhabi 02 552 1621 gemscis-abudhabi.com

Curriculum UK Age FS2 to year 8 Term dates: Sep-Jun Fees: AED22,770 to AED32,890 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities The school is a purpose built facility with a FS block, two almost identical teaching blocks, a multi -purpose block housing the 25 -metre swimming pool, with a large indoor sports hall, changing rooms and a canteen. Extracurricular activities The administrative block, the shaded play area, and the sports areas are all found between the two teaching blocks. There will be an underground parking for 71 cars and outside parking for a further 114 cars, totaling in 185 cars.

Curriculum National Curriculum for England Age FS1 to Year 3 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED55,000 to AED67,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated N/A

Facilities Foundation school: indoor and outdoor play areas, swimming pool, two multipurpose halls, specialist music room. Extracurricular activities A wide range of activities are provided: music lessons, choir, drama, orchestra, sports, dance, eco club.

Curriculum UK Age Grade 1 to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED39,600 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? On request ADEC Rated N/A

Facilities Activity-based learning, well equiped computer labs, well maintained and updated library, physics, chemistry and biology laboratory, training ground for football, basket and handball, indoor game block for table tennis, chess, judo and skating, active participation in dso, mssa, msdaa, aism. Extracurricular activities Indian Model United Nations, International Children’s Festival of Performing Arts, Iceplex A Ryan Media Initiative, Beyond Breaking News, journalism, NASA trip, social service teen camp, competitive exams: ISO, IMO.

Curriculum CBSE Indian Age KG 1 to Gradet 8 Term dates: Sep-Jun Fees: AED3,688 to AED15,500 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Facilities Indoor Basket ball and Badminton courts, multipurpose artificial sports field. Extracurricular activities Arts, Music, Dance and drama, Mentoring for gifted students, Sports, Fair play and sportsmanship.

Curriculum North American Age Kindergarten to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul. Fees AED17,000 to AED21,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Outdoor area, gymnasium, medical clinic, library, science lab, ict lab. Extracurricular activities Book fair, basketball, football, computing, cooking, music, art and handcrafts, etc…

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED13,438 to AED28,380 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Kindergarten play ground, swimming pool, science labs, audio visual rooms, computer labs, music studios, tennis and volleyball court, auditorium, library, art studios, books and uniform stores, medical care, school cafeteria, prayer room. Extracurricular activities Field trips, cultural events, environmental and social service projects, campaigns, cooking, journalism, drama, art and crafts, fashion design, computers and pottery.

Schools The International School of Choueifat Khalifa City Khalifa City A Abu Dhabi 02 556 2555 02 556 2511 02 556 2522 isckhalifacity.sabis.net

The Sheikh Zayed Private Academy (A GEMS school) Abu Dhabi 02 619 5555 szpag.com

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Abdullah Bin Zubair Private School

Behind Al Maqam Health Centre Al Ain 03 768 0551 03 768 0553 abzschool.com

Al Ain American School Bida Bin Ammar Al Ain 03 767 5030 americanschoolalain.com

Al Ain English Speaking School Schools Road Falaj Hazzaa Al Ain 03 767 8636/7 aaess.com

Al Ittihad National Private School Schools Road Falaj Hazzaa Al Ain 03 781 1164 inpsalain.com

Curriculum Choueifat/SABIS Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jul. Fees AED19,635 to AED34,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Curriculum American/UAE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates: Sep-Jun Fees: AED27,600 to AED63,700 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Swimming pool, full-size gymnasium, theatre, library. Extracurricular activities Sports, arts.

Curriculum British Age KG1 to Grade 7 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED13,000 to AED21,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Extracurricular activities The variety of extra and CoCurricular activities adds breadth to the curriculum. Along with this enriched curriculum the Discipline, Character and the Behavior development are taken into serious consideration.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Year 9 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED14,000 to AED26,600 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Curriculum Arabic/UK Age KG1 to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED19,734 to AED39,468 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Sports centre, grass field, two swimming pools (one 25 metres), a large gymnasium, new basketball court, indoor running track, new drama and art studios, two playground areas for the primary school, multipurpose hall (opened in January 2010), a medium sized library, sixth form common room, three separate buildings for the primary school, four science laboratories, three ICT labs, a basketball court, a small mosque for Muslim students with segregated areas for boys and girls, a fenced playground for KS2, shaded areas in all parts of the school to eat lunch, canteen facilities.

Curriculum Arabic/US Age KG1 to Year 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED16,600 to AED30,800 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Extracurricular activities After-school activities, karate, soccer and swimming are offered for students after school on a daily basis. Field trips: to the zoo, fire brigade, Sharjah scientific museum, malls and parks. Occasional celebrations: red day, purple day, traffic day, science fair, drama and play day, and production day. Sport tournaments: football matches, sports day, basketball matches and badminton matches.

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Al Ain International School Al Salam Street Sarooj Al Ain 03 715 1000 alaininternational.sch.ae

Al Saad Indian School

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 10 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED48,510 to AED57,330 per year Waiting list? On request Transport? N/A ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Facilities Two swimming pools, art room, music room, auditorium, library, P.E. hall, playing field, large shaded courtyard, mosque, ICT suite. Extracurricular activities Animal stories in Qur’an, Arabic calligraphy, art and craft, athletics, ball games, basketball camp, book club, Chinese for beginners, construction club, cookery, craftwork through sewing, dodgeball, drama, football, French advanced conversation, guitar club, hockey, jewellery making and crafts, iPad club, Playdough Fantastico, showcase dance performance class, science club, Spanish for beginners, swimming for beginners.

Curriculum CBSE Age KG1 to Grade 7 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED8,500 to AED12,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band C Rated

Extracurricular activities A wide range of after school clubs and activities are planned for students at all levels. Dance, Music, Arts… all these are offered to children for them to choose from. We will have regular sessions from visiting performers and scholars from India to give the child a better vision of INDIA, her culture and heritage.

Brighton College Al Ain 03 713 3999 brightoncollegealain.ae

Curriculum British Age FS1 to Year 11 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jun Fees AED47,530 to AED72,680 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band A Rated

Extracurricular activities In any given week there are up to 100 clubs and societies that meet over the course of the college day, including Arabic poetry, art masterclass, badminton, beginners’ mandarin, canoeing, the charity and community club, chess, computing club, drama, the English society, football, golf, the ipad club, karate, mural club, musical theatre, octopush, science club, surfing, swimming and trampolining.

Our Own English High School

Curriculum Indian CBSE and National Curriculum for England Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED3,500 to AED7,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes ADEC Rated Band B Rated

Facilities Sports fields, music and art and craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms. Extracurricular activities Assembly presentations, annual festivals for performing and fine arts, sports, ‘creative’ science, elocution in many languages together with Olympiads in Mathematics. Interschool competition including the school’s ‘Middles’ Soccer Tournament.

Al Bateen Sector Al Ghadeer Al Ain 03 785 2232 056 333 4210 056 703 3925 bhavansalain.com

(A GEMS school) Al Ain 03 767 9747 gemsoo-alain.com

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Schools Al Ameen School Dubai

Al Nahda 2 Dubai 04 267 7100 msbdubai.com

Al Diyafah High School Al Nadha 2 Dubai 04 267 1115 diyafah.com

Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah Al Wasl Rd 7 th St Jumeira Dubai 04 394 5111 ipsjumeira.com

Al Ittihad Private School – Mamzar Cairo St. Al Mamzar Dubai 04 296 6314 ipsmamzar.com

Al Khaleej National School (A GEMS school) Garhoud Dubai 04 217 3900 gemsakns.com

Al Mawakeb School Al Barsha Al Barsha Dubai 04 347 8288 almawakeb.sch.ae

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-May Fees AED4,826 to AED5,469 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, medical facility, science laboratories, activity room, ICT suite, auditorium. Extracurricular activities Field trips and martial arts. The school also has an outdoor basketball court and games like badminton, netball, volleyball, football and cricket are included. Twice a week, after school, students of Years 7, 8 and 9 are taken to the nearby Dubai Sports Club, which has professional sports facilities.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED7,597 to AED16,363 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Interactive boards, library, science laboratories, computer lab, music and art, clinic, a prayer room, playground, canteen. Extracurricular activities Confident communication, vedic map, ballet dance class, tennis, basketball, football.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED19,775 to AED40,350 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Our grounds are huge and the buildings are purpose built. we have well equipped classrooms, indoor and outdoor gyms/ playing areas, indoor swimming pools, science and computer labs, libraries, and a big all purpose hall. Extracurricular activities Clubs, such as an art club, ballet club, roller- skating cub, karate cub, basketball club and monkeynastics club, in primary and high school various clubs are offered such as cooking, art and printmaking, woodwork, origami, soccer, basketball, karate, monkeynastics, book club, journalism and photography, ballet and hip hop.

Curriculum US Age Pre-KG to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED18,710 to AED38,660 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Having two mosques, one each in the Girls and Boys Sections and a prayer room in the Elementary Section, Clinics, Swimming Pools, Sports, A large on campus playing field, Recreational Areas, Cafeterias, Libraries and Resource Centre, ICT Facilities, Science Laboratories, Multi-purpose Hall, Art/ Music Rooms. Extracurricular activities The school’s rich extra-curricular program provides opportunities for students to develop talents and explore new interests. these activities help students to: learn time management, raise self esteem, develop critical thinking skills.

Curriculum US and UAE GSSC/US Diploma Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED12,879 to AED24,645 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Science laboratories, media rooms, library, reading area, computer laboratories, music rooms, on-campus mosques, multipurpose hall, kindergarten play area, football pitch, swimming pool, gymnasium, gardens, weather station. Extracurricular activities Scouts, chess, swimming, karate, electronics, drama, computer club, publications, music (guitar and piano), horse riding and shooting.

Curriculum American Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED18,800 to AED41,950 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, resource centres, guidance counselling. Extracurricular activities Scouts, student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club, Earth Calling Out (ECO), photography club, cooking club, robotics club. Varsity teams: basketball, volleyball, track and field, table tennis, football.

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Al-Mizhar American Academy (AAM) Mirdif Area Al Mizhar Dubai 04 288 7250 americanacademy.ae A Taaleem School

Al Mawakeb School Garhoud Garhoud Dubai 04 285 1415 almawakeb.sch.ae

Al Noor Centre for Children with Special Needs Al Barsha 1 Dubai 04 340 4844 alnoorspneeds.ae

Al Rashid Al Saleh School Oud Metha Road Dubai 04 336 8888 04 337 6176 alrashed-alsaleh.com

August 2015

Curriculum US/accedited by NEASC and CIS Age 3 to 18 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED38,054 to AED59,320 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good with some areas Outstanding

Facilities Computer labs, fitness room, gymnasium, library, music rooms, two outdoor safe play areas, science labs, swimming pool, two art studios, sports field, KG playroom, dance studio, canteen. Extracurricular activities Student council, yearbook, Model United Nations (MUN), Qur’an club, Arabic club, debate club, Korean and Japanese club, fitness club, environmental club, choir band, board games, knitting and stitching, film, dance, arts and crafts, cooking club. Competitive sports played throughout the school year include volleyball, basketball, soccer, track and field, swimming.

Curriculum American Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED18,800 to AED41,950 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Curriculum Special needs Age 3 to 18+ Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities A fully equipped, custom-built facility for intellectually-challenged children between the ages of 3 and 18+ years old, with facilities for special education, physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, psychologicalservices, computer training and vocational training. Extracurricular activities Physical education including swimming, gym training, track events and team games. Music and dance, art and craft, yoga and social club.

Curriculum MOE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-May Fees AED7,459 to AED16,006 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, science laboratories, healthcare, multipurpose halls, computer lab. Extracurricular activities Sport, music and arts.

Schools Al Sadiq Islamic English School Al Qusais Dubai 04 263 4083 alsadiqschool.com

Al Safa Private School Al Safa 1 Dubai 04 388 4300 safaschooldubai.com

Al Salam Private School Al Nahda Dubai 04 267 9594 alsalamschool.sch.ae

Al Shorouq Private School Jumeirah 1 Dubai 04 344 0765 / 04 344 2026 ashorouq.ae

Al Thuraya School Garhoud Dubai 04 282 4964 althuraya.ae

Ambassador School Al Mankhool Dubai 04 379 9333 ambassadorschool.com

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Nov, Nov-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED3,877 to AED7,859 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Unsatisfactory

Facilities Science laboratories, indoor hall, activity rooms. Extracurricular activities Educational trips, picnics and outings, Qirat competition.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED22,827 to AED45,847 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Large complex complete with swimming pool, sports hall and spacious playgrounds. Extracurricular activities Taekwondo, football, swimming, horse riding and skiing.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED15,560 to AED28,555 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, libraries, clinics, resource centres. Extracurricular activities Clubs and extracurricular activities (ballet, gymnastics, kidzart, soccer kids, boxing, table tennis, board games, cooking, et cetera) are held after school at an additional charge. Information regarding the above is sent to parents at the beginning of each term.

Curriculum MOE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-May Fees AED6,334 to AED10,532 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court. Extracurricular activities Contact school for more information.

Curriculum Arabic/US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jun Fees AED6,625 to AED13,912 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Unsatisfactory

Facilities Football pitch, basketball court, computer labs, libraries. Extracurricular activities Swimming, skiing, football, running and all kinds of sports activities.

Curriculum Indian(CISCE) Age Grade 1 to Grade 11 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED19,058 to AED37,500 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities 30+ classrooms include a dance room, a music studio, french centre, sports room, counsellor’s room, cctv monitoring in every classroom, library, theatre, auditorium, swimming pools, sports pitches, music wing, dance, play and recreation areas. Extracurricular activities There is soft-tiled play area within the asd campus for their recreation and energy-burning. the area is sun-protected and so students enjoy their time in this area, adjoining this are two full-sized basketball courts on which students practice during and after school, students use this area for cricket, football, badminton, volleyball and tennis as well.

School opening in September 2015 Admissions open for Pre-KG to Grade 6

Give your child a bilingual education to embrace the world of tomorrow. With a strong focus on multilingualism through the progressive ,% SURJUDPPH WKH 6ZLVV ,QWHUQDWLRQDO 6FLHQWLoF 6FKRRO V JRDO LV WR IRVWHU D pRXULVKLQJ FRPPXQLW\ RI JOREDO FLWL]HQV We will encourage both creative and critical thinking, inspiring our students to achieve high academic standards as they become life-long learners. $W 6ZLVV ,QWHUQDWLRQDO 6FLHQWLoF 6FKRRO ZH RIIHU WKH IXOO FRQWLnuum International Baccalaureate (IB) in three bilingual sections: v English / French v English / German v English with foreign languages (French, German, Italian)

Schools American International School Al Qusais First Dubai 04 298 8666 aisch.net

American School of Dubai Al Barsha Dubai 04 395 0005 asdubai.org

Amled School Behind Al Khail Mall Al Quoz 4 Dubai 04 338 6756 amledschool.com

Apple International School Al Qusais Dubai 04 263 8989 apple.sch.ae

Arab Unity School Al Mizhar Dubai 04 288 6226/27 arabunityschool.com

Bilva Indian School Al Barsha 1 Dubai 04 340 4844 bisedu.ae

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-May Fees AED10,886 to AED17,650 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities School clinic, canteen, computer laboratories, library, lockers and much more. Extracurricular activities Sports, yearbook, visual arts, crafts, newsletter, music, and drama.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-May Fees AED54,839 to AED75,297 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Two-storey library (with over 50,000 volumes), large rooms for band and performing arts, five art rooms, four science labs, four computer labs, journalism room, regulation baseball diamond, two outdoor basketball courts, grassed playing field, two tennis courts, 25 -metre swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Computers, community service, dance, drama, environmental conservation, excursions, expeditions, literary magazine, newspaper, photography, yearbook, debate, sailing, scuba diving.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 5 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED11,500 to AED16,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities ICT facilities, art studio, music studio, outdoor play area, splash pool and swimming pool, the centrally airconditioned and well equipped multi-purpose auditorium has a seating capacity of 600, the prayer room. Extracurricular activities Our extracurricular activities and inter house competitions are designed to contribute towards personal qualities like hard work, self-discipline and confidence and social qualities like responsibility, collaboration and self esteem.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED6,137 to AED11,271 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Spacious campus, library, science laboratory free flow area, ict labs, play area, outside learning area, reading corner, audio – visual facility, counselling & special needs educator, book / uniform store, canteen & medical care. Extracurricular activities Concerts, sports day, trips, competitions, insight into our libraries, recreational areas, laboratories, sports, medical, transport and entertainment facilities.

Curriculu UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED5,382 to AED9,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science laboratories, libraries, basketball, clinics, resource centres, guidance counselling. Extracurricular activities Basketball, football, volleyball, the literacy club, maths club, science club, digitech IT club, arabic club, symphony(music club), s.p.a.r.e - environment club.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 7 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED12,000 to AED20,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities All our classrooms are spacious and are well equipped with latest multimedia hardware and interactive learning platforms in order to provide the best academic support and thereby make learning interesting. We have a well equipped library, a modern lab, dedicated indoor and outdoor play area, arts and crafts room, music room etc. Extracurricular activities Table tennis, Art and Craft, Basketball, Board games, Dramatics, Badminton, Music, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, Debating society, Yoga, Quiz, Football, Lawn tennis, Volleyball.

Schools Bradenton Preparatory Academy (A GEMS school) Dubai Sports City 04 818 3600 bradentonprepdubai.com

Buds Public School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 288 8143 bpsdubai.ae

Cambridge International School (A GEMS school) Garhoud Dubai 04 282 4646 gemscis-dubai.com

Capital School Baghdad Street Al Qusais Dubai 04 238 1888 04 298 8776 052 645 5110 capitalschooluae.com

Central School Dubai Al Nahda Dubai 04 267 4433 centralschool.net

Collegiate American School Umm Suqeim Dubai 04 427 1400 casdubai.com

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED30,522 to AED72,022 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Venues for art, music, drama, laboratory, library, full-sized gym, large classrooms with interactive white boards, computer connectivity, built-in storage. Extracurricular activities After-school general tutorials, Arabic dance club, arts and crafts, engineering by design, exceling in learning, gamers’ club, Model United Nations, technology workshop.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED7,330 to AED13,088 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Library, sports ground, special play area for tiny-tots, medical centre, computer laboratories, children’s workshop, art room, well-equipped laboratories, well designed building with central air-conditioning, counselor’s room, book store, staff rooms, islamic studies room, security and fire alarms, canteen. Extracurricular activities Mono acting, fancy dress, singing dancing, drawing, elocution, essay - writing, literary club, environment club, maths club, science club, health & cultural club, sports club, photography club.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED15,727 to AED21,353 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Sports and outdoor facilities, ICT facilities, music and art facilities, library, science laboratories, sports hall, astroturf football field. Extracurricular activities Outdoor education, visual arts, drama, dance.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 7 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED28,000 to AED46,600 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Soccer field, children’s play ground, auditorium, computer laboratories, swimming pool, science laboratories. Extracurricular activities All students will be encouraged to take part in the broad range of opportunities provided to encourage independence, collaborative learning and team work, increased confidence, and a sense of community and community action.

Curriculum Indian Age 3+ Term dates On request Fees AED265 to AED460 (monthly) Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Spacious building with playgrounds, well-equipped laboratories, a canteen and other facilities. In addition to Hindi, Bengali and Urdu, the school offers Malayalam or Tamil as an additional language. Extracurricular activities Karate, sports, audio-visual programmes, fine arts and project works.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 9 Term dates On request Fees AED38,230 to AED69,028 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Classrooms equipped with the latest instructional audio-visual facilities, computer laboratories, library, art rooms, dance studios, music rooms, swimming pools, sports hall, basketball courts, badminton courts, prayer rooms. Extracurricular activities Visit the website for a full list of highquality, inspirational after-school activities.

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Crescent English High School Al Qusais Dubai 04 298 8866 crescentenglishschool.com

Credence High School Al Garhoud Dubai 04 321 2144 credencehighschool.com

Dar Al Marefa Private School Mirdif Dubai 04 288 5782 daralmarefa.ae

Deira International School Ras Al Khor Dubai 04 232 5552 disdubai.ae

Deira private school Al Twar Dubai 04 264 1595 deps-sch.ae

Delhi Private School Dubai The Gardens Dubai 04 882 1848 dpsdubai.com

August 2015

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED2,402 to AED8,714 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Unsatisfactory

Facilities Separate labs for chemistry, physics & biology, computer laboratory, tv/video room, library, books and uniform store, clinic, cafeteria, multipurpose auditorium. Extracurricular activities The school has a range of sports facilities that include a basketball court , a football field ,a cricket pitch, badminton and volley ball courts, and indoor multipurpose playground, debate, fancy dress, quiz competitions and other cultural activities like dance, music, painting, drawing and handicrafts.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 7 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED15,000 to AED23,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Class & activity rooms, library, computer labs, medical center, auditorium, swimming pool Extracurricular activities Music & drama, arts & crafts painting, football, cricket, volleyball, basketball, athletics, we have a purpose built hall with cushioned sports flooring for badminton. and separate halls for table tennis and other indoor games like chess, carrom etc.

Curriculum IB Age KG1 to Grade 10 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED28,536 to AED64,800 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, science laboratories, IT centre, clinics, gym, playgrounds, sport fields. Extracurricular activities Football, basketball, baseball, music, drama, French language.

Curriculum UK/IB Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates 1st term: Sep-Dec; 2nd term: Jan - Mar; 3rd term: Apr-Jun Fees AED36,289 to AED73,115 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Within the campus there are libraries, computer laboratories, sports studies and science laboratories, creative art classrooms, design and technology classrooms, peripatetic and instrumental music rooms, drama studio, a business studies centre, indoor gymnasium, outdoor swimming pool and large sports fields. Extracurricular activities Fitness, swimming, golf, basketball, football, cricket, volleyball, tennis, badminton, karate, touch rugby, drumming, dance, band, recorder, photography, chess, philosophy, robotics/computer programming, and much more.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED19,500 to AED30,475 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities School campus, building and classroom ventilation and lighting, water drinking facilities, waste disposal, toilets, cafeteria, swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Football, dance, games including board games, cooking, music including choir and instruments needle work, arts and crafts, quran, drama, photography.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED8,686 to AED12,159 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Libraries, computer labs, auditorium, music and dance halls, audio-visual labs. Conference room with a smart board, comprehensive sports complex, basketball and volleyball courts, indoor play areas for table tennis, badminton, chess. Extracurricular activities Public speaking, poetry recitation, elocution, debate and drama. Music, dance, art and craft, athletics, cricket, basketball, football, indoor games and swimming.

Schools Delhi Public School Academy Academic City Dubai 04 363 2500 dpsacademy.ae

Deutsche Internationale Schule Dubai (German International School Dubai) Al Quoz Dubai 04 338 6006 germanschool.ae

Dubai American Academy (A GEMS school) Al Barsha Dubai 04 347 9222 gemsaa-dubai.com

Dubai Arab American Private School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 288 2222 daaschool.com

Dubai Carmel School Al Nahda Dubai 04 267 5424 dubaicarmelschool.com

Dubai College Al Sufouh Dubai 04 399 9111 dubaicollege.org

Curriculum CISCE Age KGI to Grade7 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED21,000 to AED30,000

Activities At DPS Academy, schooling is a seamless blend of academic excellence, sports like basketball, football, cricket, throwball, badminton, table tennis, Judo and swimming, art, craft, music and theater.

Curriculum German Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jul Fees AED24,584 to AED56,999 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Swimming pool, sports hall, outdoor sports field. Extracurricular activities Football, choir, music, badminton, gymnastics.

Curriculum US IBDP Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED19,338 to AED71,594 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Library media centre, four computer labs, 25 -metre swimming pool, soccer pitch on an artificial surface, large gymnasium, grass play areas, a full theatre/auditorium, cafeteria and amphitheatre. Extracurricular activities Sailing, windsurfing, waterskiing choir, basketball, volleyball, rock climbing, swimming, scuba diving, drama, gymnastics, karate, art club, dance, computer club, board games, book club, ballet, chess club, tennis, Spanish club, math club, floor hockey.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED12,222 to AED27,246 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Science laboratories, library, medical care, art education, physical education, computer laboratories, swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Sports, camping, field trips.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep, Dec, Mar Fees AED11,755 to AED18,110 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities E-learning methods of teaching, computer lab, gym, playing equipment for kindergarten. Extracurricular activities Quiz competition at every level, field trips, open days, sports day, interschool competitions.

Curriculum UK Age Grade 7 to Grade 13 Term dates On request Fees AED71,839 to AED81,348 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Light, airy and well-equipped classrooms, science block with laboratories, design and technology suites, computer suites, art studios, canteen, music centre, library and auditorium. Extracurricular activities Sporting, hobbies/interests and academic support/reinforcement.

Schools

Dubai British School (DBS) Emirates Hills Springs Dubai 04 361 9361 dubaibritishschool.ae A Taaleem School

Dubai British Foundation (DBF) Jumeirah Islands off 1st Road Dubai 04 558 7308 dubaibritishfs.ae A Taaleem School

Curriculum UK/British; accredited by CIS Age 3 to 18 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED 43,644 to AED 65,467 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Outstandingâ&#x20AC;? rating in almost 50% of the judgment areas.

Facilities Swimming pool, large sports hall, two libraries, two ICT suites, art and design studio, design and technology workshop, science laboratories, music rooms, tennis court, astroturf, large foundation play area, multipurpose hall, auditorium. Extracurricular activities Art club, boys fitness, camera club, cricket, digital art and animation, diving, filmmaking club, drama and dance, Duke of Edinburgh, Formula One, eco kids, gifted and talented, girls fitness, girls football, golf, hockey, ICT club, learn to draw, literacy and ICT games, maths games, Modern United Nations, netball, paper craft, primary football, primary choir, orchestra, Quran club, diving and much more.

Curriculum UK/British Age 3 to 5 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees: AED 60,000 for FS 1 and 2 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? No KHDA rating KHDA inspection will take place after 3 years of operating

Facilities Large, multipurpose indoor hall, state-of-the-art classrooms with direct access to shaded outdoor learning spaces, specialist music room, performance room, specialist language room, built-in library in each room, fully shaded outdoor swimming pool, indoor learning spaces, health centre, outdoor playing area. Extracurricular activities Ballet, tap, cooking, swimming, cosmic yoga, Arabic songs and stories, music and movement, arts and craft, sensory play, stories in motion, Apple Apps.

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Dubai British School Jumeirah Park (DBSJP) Jumeirah Park Dubai 04 552 0247 dubaibritishschooljp.ae A Taaleem School

Dubai English Speaking College Dubai Academic City Dubai 04 360 4866 descdubai.com

Dubai English Speaking School Umm Hurair Dubai 04 337 1457 dessdubai.com

Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills 04 368 4111 diadubai.com

August 2015

Curriculum UK/British Age Years 1 to 6, secondary year groups will open from 2016 onwards Term dates Term 1 - Sep - Dec Term2 Jan - April Term 3 April - June Fees AED65,000 Year 1 to 6 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating KHDA inspection will take place after 3 years of operating

Facilities Science laboratory, art studio, drama and dance studio, music/recording rooms, ICT, P.E. hall, learning and language support rooms, library, activity room, radio room, food technology laboratory, performing arts theatre, sports hall, multipurpose sports court, swimming pool, football pitches and tennis courts, play areas, dining room with a unique dining experience, shaded outdoor learning space. Extracurricular activities Sports, languages and academic interests along with a variety of clubs and community initiatives. Basketball, choir, sewing and embroidery, table tennis, volleyball.

Curriculum UK Age Grade 7 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED69,364 to AED74,553 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Design and technology/food technology room, textiles and CAD/CAM. Auditorium for the whole school, canteen for 500, state-of-the-art science laboratories, synthetic and full-size grass pitch for football and 15 -a-side rugby, three full-size netball courts, six netball/volleyball/ badminton sports halls. Extracurricular activities See the school’s website for a wide range of sporting, musical, drama, International Award, and other extensive extracurricular activities.

Curriculum UK Age KG2 to Grade 6 Term dates 3 terms Fees From AED39,325 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Music rooms, library and resource centre, gymnasium, hall, science and technology room, ICT suite, art room, swimming pool, tennis courts, football and cricket pitch, netball. Extracurricular activities Gymnastics, football, netball, swimming, music.

Curriculum IB Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Feb, Feb-Jun Fees AED36,006 to AED63,797 Waiting list? Depends on the year group Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities 95 classrooms, networked library, specialist rooms for music, music technology, art, dance, drama and language learning; exam hall, fully-equipped science laboratories, computer labs and robotic lab, four climate-controlled multipurpose halls for a wide range of sports and other activities, two swimming pools, grassed outdoor playing field, shaded play areas with playground equipment, shaded outdoor basketball and tennis ball courts, cafeteria, music, and movement sprung-floored room for kindergarten. Extracurricular activities Art, music, singing, rock band, reading club, drama, sports, IT, science, belly dancing, chess and languages .

Schools Dubai International School Al Garhoud 04 282 3513/24 Nad El-Sheba 04 338 5530/04 338 0370 dis.sch.ae

Dubai Modern Education School Al Mizhar Dubai 04 288 5115 dmeschools.com

Dubai Modern High School (A GEMS school) Al Safa Dubai 04 326 3339 gemsmhs.com

Dubai National School - Al Twar Al Twar Dubai 04 298 8555 dnschool.net

Dubai National School - Al Barsha Al Barsha Dubai 04 347 4555 dnsalbarsha.com

Dubai Scholars Private School Al Qusais Dubai 04 298 8892 dubaischolars.com

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED12,898 to AED20,250 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Library, swimming pool, gym, computer lab and English lab. Extracurricular activities Karate, tennis, volleyball, basketball and football.

Curriculum US/MOE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep, Dec, Jun Fees AED9,955 to AED15,509 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Science laboratories, library, all-purpose hall with telescopic seating can be used for P.E. activities, drama productions and school presentations, large computer labs, canteens for boys and girls, health clinic. Extracurricular activities Cultural and social activities, sports activities, camping, trading activities.

Curriculum Indian CISCE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Mar-Apr Fees AED26,756 to AED39,670 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Activity room and outdoor play area, art and craft room, library, science laboratories, ICT, swimming pool, auditorium. Extracurricular activities Drama, music, dance, creative communication, the visual arts, creative festival, sporting activities.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED19,200 to AED31,476 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Class rooms, sports facilities, computer labs, science labs, swimming pools, easy learning department. Extracurricular activities Art, chess, eid clothing, math genius, religious activities, science fair, scouting visits, old people welfare, sports activities, traffic safety.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED20,164 to AED33,087 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Classrooms are spacious and each equipped with a multimedia projector and speakers so teachers can run all multimedia e-learning courses, sports facilities, computer labs, science labs, swimming pools, cafeteria, lecture hall, libraries, art. Extracurricular activities Visit the school’s website for a full list of activities.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Info on request Fees AED13,108 to AED23,820 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Pool, astroturf pitch, audio-visual room, cooking room, computer room. Extracurricular activities Music, dance, drama, cooking, life skills and yoga.

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Dubai Women’s College High School Al Nahda Dubai 04 208 9700 dwchighschool.hct.ac.ae

Elite English School Al Waheda Dubai 04 268 8244 eliteenglishschool.com

Emirates English Speaking School Al Safa Jumeirah Dubai 04 394 7355 eess.sch.ae

Emirates International School, Jumeirah Umm Suqeim Dubai 04 348 9804 eischools.ae/Jumeirah

Emirates International School, The Meadows Meadows Drive Dubai 04 362 9009 eischools.ae/Meadows

English Language Private School Umm Hurair Dubai 04 337 7503 04 337 1099 dubai-els.com

August 2015

Curriculum US Age Grade 9 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan Fees From AED50,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities The school is located on the attractive campus of the HCT Dubai Women’s College which has established itself over the past 20+ years as one of the major education institutions for young UAE women. The school shares facilities with the college, which includes a world-class library, cutting-edge technology, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and swimming pool, and a cafeteria offering healthy choices of food and beverages, all in a landscaped setting.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jul, Sep-Mar Fees AED4,153 to AED9,167 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Aerobics, dance, science laboratories, computer laboratories. Extracurricular activities Debate, drama, art and crafts, football, cricket, basketball.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED3,280 to AED4,978 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Auditorium, library, science laboratories, music room, art room, school clinic, book store, canteen, playground. Extracurricular activities Elocution, debating, dramatics, quiz, essay writing, art, swimming, ice skating, music and dance.

Curriculum UK/IB Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED30,927 to AED65,537 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Swimming pool, sports halls, fields, library and media centres, theatre arts, science, music, language labs, IT labs, mathematics labs, in addition to 150 classrooms all fitted with interactive whiteboard technology. Extracurricular activities Languages clubs, indoor climbing, competitive sports, fitness, arts, cultural, academic and service activities, International Award.

Curriculum UK/IB Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED23,647 to AED70,129 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Gymnasiums, computer labs, science laboratories, drama rooms, fully IT-connected classrooms, swimming pool, sports field. Extracurricular activities Most sports, ballet, cooking, art and crafts, health and fitness, math club, computer club, robotics, F1 club, environmental club, student council.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jul, Sep-Mar Fees AED3,358 to AED9,900 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Science laboratories, library, medical care, art education, physical education, computer laboratories, swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Special assemblies, field trips, interclass and interhouse competitions.

Schools Euro School Dubai Palm Jumeirah Dubai 04 398 6862

Foremarke School Al Barsha South, Dubai 04 818 8600, 04 818 8666 foremarkedubai.org

GEMS FirstPoint School – The Villa Dubailand Dubai 04 278 9700 gemsfirstpointschooldubai.com

GEMS International School – Al Khail Al Khail Dubai 04 339 6200 gemsinternationalschoolalkhail.com

GEMS Jumeirah Primary School Jumeirah Dubai 04 394 3500 jumeirahprimaryschool.com

GEMS Metropole School – Motor City Motor City Dubai 04 550 7200 gemsmetropoleschool-dubai. com

Curriculum Special needs Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees On request Waiting list? On request Transport? On request KHDA rating N/A

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED65,000 to AED85,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? No KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Prep school 25 -metre competition swimming pool and foundation school swimming pool, three netball and tennis courts, two multipurpose outdoor courts, three multipurpose sports halls, one studio, two junior cricket fields including one grass wicket, four junior-sized football/rugby pitches, indoor and outdoor cricket nets, sports pavilion, specialist music, teaching rooms, music practice rooms. Extracurricular activities Includes sports, ballet, music, art, languages. Please ask the school for a full list.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Year 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED38,000 to AED55,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Curriculum IB Age Kindergarten to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED46,000 to AED64,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED33,916 to AED42,753 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Year 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED33,000 to AED44,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities ICT classrooms with discovery space, full primary, middle and senior school libraries, art and design studios, food technology catering suite, engineering workshops, design technology workshops, 500 -seat auditorium, 25 -metre swimming pool, six-court sports hall, specialist drama space and black-box theatre space, music technology suite. Extracurricular activities Basketball, gymnastics, recorder club, keyboard group, board games, Arabic stories, art and crafts club, athletics club, computer club, jewellery club, Arabic cooking, Arabic stories, film club, netball club, Qur’an reciting, Islamic studies and Qur’an reading, multi-sports, story club. Facilities Specialty classrooms for science, technology, visual and performing arts, recreation, sports and fitness facilities. Extracurricular activities This includes English language support, interactive games, arts, crafts and sewing, math club, reading club, roots and shoots (global awareness), animated shorts, chess club, book club, singing club, storytelling, ice skating, drum circle, newspaper club, beginner band, art fun, iPad club, homework club, Latin dance, folk dancing, dance aerobics, mime, Alice in Wonderland stage production and costume design, American sign language, Arabic for parents, Arabic for beginners, Italian, French, Dutch. Facilities Library and discovery centre, music studios, ICT labs, art studio, gymnasium, pool, tennis courts, grassed playing field, synthetic turf playing areas, parent areas and meeting rooms. Extracurricular activities Sports programme, visual arts, performing arts, music, drama, dance.

Facilities Fully-integrated ICT and libraries, sports provisions including a swimming pool, digital media rooms, science laboratories, music and art rooms. Extracurricular activities Internal ASAs, swimming, basketball, tennis, badminton, double-Dutch, gymnastics, yoga, hockey, English, arts and crafts, book club, Arabic, homework club, murals, ell support, puzzle club, film club, alphabet club, sticker club, Islamic history, French, scrapbooking, ultimate frisbee, music, history, painting, netball, Qur’an club, origami craft, reading, singing, mosaicking, touch rugby, drawing, gifted and talented maths.

Schools GEMS Millennium SchoolÂ Moweliah Area Sharjah 06 535 8176 gemsmillenniumschoolsharjah.com

GEMS Modern Academy Al Safa Dubai 04 326 3339 gemsmhs.com

GEMS New Millennium School Al Khail Dubai 04-339 6533 gemsnms-alkhail.com

GEMS Our Own English High School Al Warqa 3 Dubai 04 236 1335 gemsoo-dubai.com

GEMS Our Own Indian School Al Quoz Dubai 04 339 1188 gemsoo-alquoz.com

GEMS Royal Dubai School Mirdif Dubai 04 288 6499 royaldubaischool.com

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 8 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED10,400 to AED13,650 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes

Facilities Library, science laboratories, computer science centre, playing field. Extracurricular activities Day boarding programme, afteroon self-enhancement programme, art and craft, karate, music, modern dance, science clubs, elocution, creative writing, debate, dramatics, quizzing forums, cricket, football, tennis courts and a swimming pool.

Curriculum Indian CISCE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Mar- Apr Fees AED29,348 to AED43,513 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 7 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED20,000 to AED27,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Indoor and outdoor kindergarten play areas, multipurpose sports hall/auditorium, art/craft rooms, dance and drama studios, primary and secondary canteens, libraries, ICT/business study centre, science laboratories, music rooms, specialist teaching/language rooms, technology rooms, medical centre, covered play areas, multi-sport games area.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED6,015 to AED12,727 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities School mosque, library, computer science centre, science laboratories, art studio, music studio, playing field, kindergarten play area. Extracurricular activities Physical education, public speaking, visual arts, environment club, performing arts, overnight camps, activity club, mentoring, workshops, Olympiads, educational trips, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED6,172 to AED13,059 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, science laboratories, ICT laboratories, playing field, canteen, medical centre. Extracurricular activities Interschool English debate, Our Own Interschool Drama Festival.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED32,259 to AED40,674 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Swimming pool and wading pool, large indoor multipurpose hall, sports hall, music suite, dance studio with sprung floor. Drama studio and arts and crafts studio, computer labs with wireless networks and full digital connectivity, knowledge centre library and multimedia resource room, CD and DVD library, artificial sporting field. Extracurricular activities Ballet, karate, music, art, ICT, clay modelling, chess, cookery, Indian dancing, netball, football, athletics, hockey, gymnastics, tennis, golf.

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GEMS World Academy Al Barsha Dubai 04 373 6373 gemsworldacademydubai.com

GEMS Wellington Academy - Dubai Silicon Oasis Dubai Silicon Oasis Dubai 04 515 9000 gemswellingtonacademydso.com

GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail Al Khail Dubai 04 339 6233 gemswellingtonacademyalkhail.com

GEMS Wellington International School Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai 04 348 4999 wellingtoninternationalschool. com

GEMS Wellington Primary School Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai 04 343 3266 gemswps.com

GEMS Winchester School Oud Metha Dubai 04 337 4112 gemswinchesterschooldubai.com

August 2015

Curriculum IB Age Nursery to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED56,831 to AED98,649 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities The Discovery World, planetarium, sports facilities, auditorium, symphony centre, peace garden. Extracurricular activities Rock climbing, tennis, gymnastics, model club, newspaper, rugby, dance, martial arts, music technology, ballet, choir, ELL, and environment club.

Curriculum UK/IB Age Kindergarten to Year 12 (1st year of operation) Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED31,809 to AED71,827 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Indoor multi-sports hall, outdoor shaded multi-sports hall, outdoor synthetic multi-sports pitch, six-lane 25 -metre swimming pool, 10 -metre learner pool, dance/exercise studio, fitness suite. Extracurricular activities Visual and performing arts, music, drama, art.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED52,000 to AED85,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Three-level gymnasium with rooftop tennis courts, two 25 -metre swimming pools and toddler pool, full football and rugby pitches, recording and video studio, auditorium and theatre, full cafeteria. Extracurricular activities Impartial and independent careers guidance, entrepreneurship, cross-curricular studies, and personal, social and health education. It also includes arts, music, cookery, multi-sports, yoga, chess club, crafts and design, cross country, book club, development swim, beginners guitar club, ICT/digital learning, Lego construction.

Curriculum UK /IBDP Age Kindergarten to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED36,470 to AED79,343 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Knowledge centre library, three ICT laboratories, dance studio, drama studio, three art studios, health and fitness studio, large multipurpose sports hall, 300 -metre athletics track, three squash courts, tennis, basketball, netball and volleyball courts, 25 -metre indoor swimming pool, climbing wall and a play area for foundation stage children. Extracurricular activities Art and craft, astronomy, athletics, basketball, computers, choir, cricket, dance, drama, drawing, French, football, needlework, netball, rugby and tap dance.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED37,004 to AED46,644 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, music department, ICT department, gymnasium, art room, swimming pool, shaded playing areas, astroturf playing areas, parents’ areas and meeting rooms. Extracurricular activities Physical education and sports, music, arts, after-school programme.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED9,540 to AED15,104 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities School mosque, library, computer science centre, science laboratories, art studio, music studio, playing field, kindergarten play area. Extracurricular activities Music [instrumental], music (vocal), creative writing, art and craft, dance (individual and team), sports, drama reading club, debating, elocution and public speaking, educational trips, environmental projects, chess, sports, indoor games.

Schools

Greenfield Community School (GCS) Dubai Investments Park Dubai 04 885 6600 Admissions ext 214 gcschool.ae A Taaleem School

Gulf Indian High School Al Garhoud Dubai 04 282 4455 gihsdubai.com

Gulf Model School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 254 4222 gulfmodelschool.com

Hartland International School Mohammed Bin Rashid City Dubai 04 551 9276 hartlandinternational.com

Curriculum IB World School, offering all four IB programmes Age 3 years to 18 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED39,537 to AED72,809 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good with some areas Outstanding

Facilities State-of-the-art auditorium, six-lane competitive swimming pool, learning pool, sports fields, gymnasium, three tennis courts, libraries, art studios, music rooms, shaded safeplay areas, fully-equipped science labs, ICT labs, dance and drama studio, interactive white boards. Extracurricular activities Basketball, reciting the Quran, EAL language fun, fun with science and art, golf, choir, recycled art, iPad learning, fashion design, maths extension, construction club, simple drawing, book club and activities, crazy loom bracelets, artful strokes, football, cartoon capers and much more.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Monthly Fees AED3,170 to AED5,995 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Modern amenities, science laboratories, library, well-equipped clinic, science exhibition. Extracurricular activities Cricket, basketball, sports and fitness programmes.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED3,303 to AED6,005 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Unsatisfactory

Facilities Modern Classrooms, Multipurpose Halls, Laboratories: Physics, Chemistry & Biology Labs, Mathematics, Computer, Internet facility, Modern Library with Comprehensive collection of books including reference books, Newspapers, Periodicals and Magazines, Sports and Games, School Clinic, Canteen, Students Clubs: Science, Environment, Arts and Literary clubs.

Curriculum UK/IB Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED49,750 to AED65,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A; open in September 2015

Facilities Laboratories, computer science lab, food technology lab, design technology lab, clinic, auditorium green room, refectory, football pitch, sports centre. Extracurricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Schools Horizon International School Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 342 2891 horizonintlschool.com

Horizon School Dubai Next to Al Safa Park Dubai 04 342 2891 horizonschooldubai.com

iCademy Middle East Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 440 1212 icademydubai.com

Institute of Applied Technology Al Qusais Dubai 04 212 2888 iat.ac.ae

International Academic School Al Warqaa 1 Dubai 04 280 0993 ias-dubai.ae

International School of Arts and Sciences Dubai Al Warqa’a 1 Dubai 04 280 0459/0185 isas.sch.ae

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 10 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED30,453 to AED70,794 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Play areas, library, ict suites, art rooms, sports facilities, sports field, swimming pool, science lab, auditorium study room, sports hall, splash pool, design & technology. Extracurricular activities The club provides supervised, quality care in a safe and fun, informal play environment. Activities include arts & crafts, playdough modelling, gross motor play, role play, puzzle time, outdoor/indoor play and age appropriate DVDs.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED32,046 to AED43,271 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Two swimming pools, football, music centre, IT lab. Extracurricular activities Football, bowling, netball, swimming squad training, distance swimming, horse riding, karate, football squad training, dancing, rounders, yoga and ball skills.

Curriculum US Age KG2 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED18,332 to AED25,672 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Students socialize with others around the world through online clubs, field trips, and other activities, Full-time and part-time options are available, contact school for more info.

Curriculum IAT Age Grade 9 to Grade 12 Term dates Aug-Jan, FebMay Fees On request Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities World-class classrooms and laboratories with cutting-edge technology. New learning resource centre/ library with dedicated reading rooms, technology centre for research and comprehensive selection of books and reference materials for students and staff. Extracurricular activities All kinds of indoor and outdoor activities.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Feb-Jun Fees AED13,158 to AED24,672 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Safe and purpose-built campus with beautiful landscaping, library, fully-equipped multimedia rooms, science laboratories, creative art centre, computer labs, kindergarten inter-skills room, football ground, tennis court, volleyball and basketball courts, swimming pool, cafeteria, large auditorium, prayer room, conference room. Extracurricular activities Football, volleyball, after-school club and all kinds of indoor and outdoor sports.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Aug-Oct, Oct-Mar, Mar-May Fees AED29,700 to AED53,900 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Two computer labs, two science laboratories plus biology laboratory and chemistry laboratory, two preengineering laboratories, primary library, main library, indoor primary playground, taekwondo dojo, health clinic. Extracurricular activities Scouts, French club, music, astronomy, fitness, varsity teams, taekwondo, debate, student council.

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International School of Choueifat Knowledge Village Dubai 04 399 9444 iscdubai.sabis.net

Jebel Ali Primary School Jebel Ali Village Dubai 04 884 6485 04 884 6366 jebelalischool.org

Jumeira Baccalaureate School (JBS) Jumeira 1 Al Wasl Road Dubai 04 344 6931 ext. 205 & 209 jbschool.ae A Taaleem School

Jumeirah College (A GEMS school) Jumeirah Dubai 04 395 5524 gemsjc.com

August 2015

Curriculum UK/US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED18,234 to AED34,896 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Library, three computer labs, three science laboratories, exam hall, gymnastics and ballet rooms, a large multipurpose air-conditioned sports hall, a gymnasium, two swimming pools, grass football field, outdoor courts, car tracks for young students, playground equipment and indoor airconditioned play areas, plus a large auditorium and a large cafeteria. Extracurricular activities Taekwondo, ballet and gymnastics.

Curriculum UK Age KG2 to Grade 6 Term dates Aug-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-July Fees From AED39,927 Waiting list? For some year groups Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Sports hall, football and rugby pitches, music room, library, swimming pool, ICT suite, assembly hall. Extracurricular activities A variety of sporting and creative after-school activities.

Curriculum IB World School, offering all four IB programmes Age 3 to 18 years Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED53,552 to AED 80,329 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good with some areas Outstanding

Curriculum UK Age Year 7 to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED60,579 to AED75,724 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Two large multi-purpose auditorium/sports hall, KG soft play room, 25 -metre shaded swimming pool, tennis courts, extensive grassed sporting pitches with changing facilties, library, media centre, indoor and outdoor learning spaces, computer/ICT labs, art, music and dance studios, science labs, KG outdoor playgrounds, common play areas, elementary gym, canteen. Extracurricular activities Football, indoor cricket, table tennis, netball, swimming, volleyball, photography, singing, MUN and Duke of Edinburgh, ECO club, violin, Glee choir, basketball, arts and crafts, science club, chess, guitar. Facilities Interactive whiteboards in every classroom, video conferencing room for distance-learning courses, design and technology suite, communication and resource centre, music suites and en-suite practice rooms, drama studio, art and ceramic studios, science laboratories, multi-purpose sports hall, swimming pool, tennis/netball courts, playing fields. Extracurricular activities Drama, music, sports, diving, fashion, photography, snowboarding and skiing.

Schools Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) Arabian Ranches branch Dubai 04 361 9019 jess.sch.ae

Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) Jumeirah branch Dubai 04 394 5515 jess.sch.ae

JSS International School Al Barsha Dubai 04 325 6886 jssisdubai.com

Jss Private School Near Safa Park Dubai 04 344 6419 jsspsdubai.com

Khadija Iranian School Dubai for Girls Karama Dubai 04 396 1072 04 396 1676 kha-irs.com

Kings’ School Al Barsha Al Barsha South, Dubai 04 325 6732 kingsdubai.com

Curriculum UK/IB Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED34,440 to AED81,138 Waiting list? Primary: yes; Secondary/6th form: on request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Large campus with shaded playgrounds, interactive white boards in every classroom, two temperature-controlled swimming pools, air-conditioned sports hall, P.E. studio, tennis and netball courts and floodlit sports field, extensive science and art/design facilities, purpose-built music centre, auditorium, amphitheatre, three drama studios and a library. Extracurricular activities A range of activities are offered for all kinds of arts and sports as well as numerous music and performing arts opportunities (changes on a termly basis).

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 6 Term dates Sep-June Fees AED34,440 to AED42,561 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes, for Year 3 and above KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Large campus with shaded playground areas, interactive white boards in every classroom, two temperature-controlled swimming pools, air-conditioned sports hall, multi-purpose P.E. studio, netball courts, large tigerturf sports field, fully-equipped ICT and music departments with practice rooms, well-resourced library. Extracurricular activities A range of activities are offered for all kinds of arts and sports, and numerous music and performing arts opportunities (changes on a termly basis).

Curriculum Indian(CISCE) Age Preprimary to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED13,000 to AED33,924 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, IT laboratories with latest PC and wifi internet connection, project room, auditorium with a stage and 800 seating capacity, counselling centre, labs for physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics and language, audio visual room, lecture halls. Extracurricular activities School offers opportunities to students to get trained and excel in various sports and games such as athletics, squash, cricket, swimming, basket ball, chess, foot ball, yoga, volley ball, table tennis.

Curriculum CBSE Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED10,174 to AED18,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Class rooms, laboratories, audio visual room, library, auditorium, counselling centre, cyberyard, math lab, bookstore, canteen, clinic. Extracurricular activities Islamic initiatives, heritage & culture of the uae, global perspective, community involvement, socio cultural activities, sports activities, inter-house activities, tour & field trips, health, environmental initiatives, house system, swimming, cricket, basket ball, tennis, football, athletics, table tennis, badminton, volley ball, yoga, chess, art and culture.

Curriculum Iranian Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED2,300 to AED3,105 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Having two mosques, prayer room in the elementary section, clinics, swimming pools, sports, a large on campus playing field, recreational areas, cafeterias and many more. Extracurricular activities Art club, environment club, science labs, conference rooms, cookery club, art studio.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 10 Term dates Term 1 begins 1st September, Term 3 ends 30th June Fees FS1 AED50,200 to Year 10 AED88,500 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? No KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Art classrooms, outstanding ICT facilities including Mac suites, indoor and outdoor play areas, libraries, multipurpose halls, extensive sports facilities including swimming pools, astro pitches, grass pitches, running track, hard courts, tennis courts and prestigious cricket academy with cricket square, indoor and outdoor nets, practice facilities and cricket pavilion. Extracurricular activities After-school clubs, music, gym training, track events and team games. Music and dance, art and craft, yoga and social club.

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Kings’ School Dubai Umm Suquiem, Dubai 04 348 3939 kingsdubai.com

Kings’ School Nad Al Sheba Nad Al Sheba, Dubai 04 327 1841 kingsdubai.com

Little Flowers English School Hor Al Anz Dubai 04 266 7620 littleflowerschool.ae

Lycee Libanais Francophone Prive Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 264 0800 llfp.com

Lycee Francais International Dubai Academic City Dubai 04 336 8552 04 396 0608 04 396 0607 lfidb.net

Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou Dubai Academic City Dubai 04 326 0026 lfigp.org

August 2015

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Term 1 begins 1st September, Term 3 ends 30th June Fees FS1 AED38,317 to Year 6 AED58,314 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? No KHDA rating Outstanding

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 7 Term dates Term 1 begins 1st September, Term 3 ends 30th June Fees FS1 AED50,200 to Year 7 AED76,700 (Discounted fees for Nad Al Sheba only 2015/2016 FS1 AED47,690 to Year 7 AED72,865) Waiting list? Upon request Transport? No KHDA rating N/A

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 6 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED3,303 to AED3,321 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities The computer lab can easily accomodate 25 -30 students, library, science corner, transport, playground, multipurpose auditorium, clinic, smart boards. Extracurricular activities All the games, athletics, drill display, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are conducted on the House system. They are regularly marked for discipline, and all activities including- literary, art, cultural and sports.

Curriculum French Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED21,000 to AED40,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Spacious class room, basketball court and football field, science club, math club, art club. Extracurricular activities Visit the website for a full list of highquality, inspirational after-school activities.

Curriculum French Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED24,289 to AED51,370 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Football, handball, tennis, multi-games, badminton, rugby, roller, slalom course, games, gymnastics, bellydancing, basketball, martial arts, judo, kick-boxing, table tennis, theater, fine arts, learning different drawing techniques (portrait, watercolor, charcoal, sculpture), needlecraft, art & craft, workroom, chess club, zumba, reggaeton, cumbia, rhythmic gymnastics with ball, rope, club & ribbon, arab theatre, basketball, modern dance, jazz dance,singing and music, animated film, fencing, ciné club web tv, modern art.

Curriculum French Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Nov, Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED31,401 to AED43,122 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Computer labs, science labs, multipurpose hall, art rooms, libraries, clinics, playgrounds, resource centres, guidance counselling. Extracurricular activities student council, drama, folklore, piano, broadcast station, computer club, French club, science club, math club, astronomy club.

Schools Mirdiff Private School Al Mizhar Dubai 04 288 3303 mirdifprivateschool.ae

National Charity School Al Garhoud Dubai 04 282 1942 charityschools.com

New Academy School Al Mina Road Bur Dubai Dubai 04 398 8873 newacademyschool.com

New Indian Model School Dubai Al Garhoud Dubai 04 282 4313 04 282 4250 04282 4441 nimsdxb.com

Nibras International School Green Community Dubai 04 885 3330 nisdubai.ae

Nord Anglia International School Dubai Al Barsha South off Hessa Street, Dubai 04 361 4330 nordangliaeducation.com/ our-schools/dubai

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Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED23,894 to AED37,638 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Swimming pool, outdoor courts, gardens, outdoor play area, activity room, drama room, music room, art room, home economics room, science labs, computer lab, library and resources room. Extracurricular activities Swimming, basketball, volleyball, football.

Curriculum Arabic Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar Fees AED4,277 to AED7,841 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Large rooms for band and performing arts, five art rooms, four science labs, four computer labs, journalism room, regulation baseball diamond, two outdoor basketball courts, grassed playing field. Extracurricular activities Computers, community service, drama, environmental conservation, excursions, expeditions, literary magazine, newspaper, photography, yearbook, debate, sailing.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED8,900 to AED22,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Swimming pool, science lab, two computer labs, multimedia room, multipurpose hall. Extracurricular activities Football, basketball, sports.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED2,697 to AED4,692 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Basketball and volleyball facilities, science laboratories, computer labs, library, clinic, canteen. Extracurricular activities Basketball, plus all kinds of indoor and outdoor sports facilities.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED21,200 to AED42,100 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Library, science laboratories, computer lab, multipurpose halls, auditorium, indoor and outdoor sports areas, indoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor covered play areas, physical education and play structures, indoor activity centre, computers, audio visual teaching equipment. School-wide monitored internet access for up-to-date research and learning. Extracurricular activities Sports day, field trips, tree planting for environmental awareness.

Curriculum UK Age Nursery to Year10 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun, Fees AED60,000 to AED86,000 Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities including a state-of-the-art auditorium, large well lit open plan art studios, craft centres, theatre space, and urban classroom areas, excellent language labs and up-to-date equipment, Extracurricular activities Outdoor sports facilities, a swimming pool and three refectories. It has been built as a nurturing environment for students, as well as the next generation of athletes, statesmen, thespians and musicians, Choir, Music, Drama, Public peaking, Languages, Art, Robotics, Community awards A full range of sports.

Schools North American International School Al Mizhar Dubai 04 288 4844 naischool.ae

Ontario International Canadian School Algeria Road and 15 Street Uptown Mirdiff Dubai 04 255 9880 04 255 9899 oics.ae

Our Own High School (A GEMS school) Al Warqa’a Dubai 04 280 0077 gemsoo-alwarqa.com

Pakistan Educational Academy Oud Metha Rd Dubai 04 337 0126 pea.ae

Philadelphia Private School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 264 6202 ppsdubai.org

Pristine Private School Al Nahda 2 Dubai 04 267 4299 04 267 5822 pristineschool.com

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Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED26,198 to AED41,917 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Music and dance studio, science labs, conference rooms, cookery club, art studio, cafeteria, auditorium and sports facilities. Extracurricular activities Literary club, eco club, band, sports and art club.

Curriculum US IB Age Pre-K to Grade 7 Term dates Open Sep 1 Fees AED31,500 to AED63,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Science labs (chemistry, physics and biology), visual arts classroom, theatre arts classroom, computer lab, library study hall, clinic, food services facilities, double gymnasium swimming pool, designated outdoor play areas.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED7,550 to AED13,025 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Library, mathematics laboratory, science laboratories, computer science centre, playing field, school mosque. Extracurricular activities Visual arts, performing arts, public speaking, Star of the Section Award, physical education, scouting, educational field trips, quiz club, environment club, Olympiads, Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Curriculum Pakistani Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED5,204 to AED7,139 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Multi-purpose grand auditorium is one of the most expensive units of the school buildings. our school auditorium is the centre of multifarious indoor activities for our students, which has a capacity of approximately 600 seats, medical care, school library, computer laboratory, play area for KG, sports and games, art rooms, home economics laboratory, udio-visual room is equipped with televisions, DVD and VHS players, over-head projector, stereo systems as teaching aids and an extensive collection of educational audio and video cassettes for KG students.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Aug, Dec, Mar Fees AED17,163 to AED29,390 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Library, science laboratories, multi-purpose halls, auditorium, indoor and outdoor sports areas, physical education, computers. Extracurricular activities Football, karate, basketball, clay modelling, memorisation of Koran, computer, creative art, folk dance, and ballet.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED12,844 to AED20,960 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities 100,000 -square-foot campus consisting of kindergarten activity area, multipurpose hall, sports grounds, covered swimming pool, interactive audio-visual support rooms, libraries and science laboratories. Extracurricular activities Ice skating, swimming, karate, football, music, drama and annual concerts.

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Queen International SchoolÂ Hor Al Anz Dubai 04 265 2600 qisdubai.com

Raffles International School Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 04 427 1200 rafflesis.com

Raffles World Academy Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai 04 427 1300 rwadubai.com

Rajagiri International School Al Warqaa Dubai 04 280 0691 risdubai.org

Ranches Primary School Arabian Ranches 2 Dubai 800 1777 04 558 7032 rpsdubai.com

Rashid School for Boys Nad Al Sheba Dubai 04 336 1187 rsbdubai.sch.ae

August 2015

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED13,067 to AED24,506 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Bus service, science laboratories, playground, library, canteen. Extracurricular activities ICT club, art club, environment club, literacy club, math club, science club, sports club, field trips, sports, talent show, assemblies, bookfair.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade10 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED27,981 to AED65,812 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Theatre, art rooms, dance studio, music rooms, science laboratories, computer labs, soccer field, swimming pools, sports hall, basketball courts, badminton courts, tennis courts, prayer rooms. Extracurricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Curriculum UK/IB Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED27,981 to AED78,347 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Tutorial rooms, theatre, art rooms, dance studio music rooms, science laboratories, computer laboratories soccer field, swimming pools, sports hall, basketball courts badminton courts, tennis courts. Extracurricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age Pre KG to Grade 9 Term dates Monthly Fees AED10,442 to AED20,933 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Our classrooms are equipped with well-presented displays. ICT is an important element of teaching â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there are two computer labs and two audio visual rooms to help students in their quest for knowledge. Library, music rooms, swimming pools, aerobics room, multipurpose school clinic. Extracurricular activities Swimming, literature, music, dance games, gymnastics, aerobics, art, environment day, sports day, concerts, talent week.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 6 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED45,000 to AED55,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Full campus wireless connectivity, library and resource centre, music room, outdoor learning spaces, fully equipped science labs, multi-purpose halls for a wide range of sports and other activities, swimming pool, outdoor playing field and shaded play areas, cafeteria. Extracurricular activities School council, student news team, academic workshops in core subjects including Arabic, environmental groups, choir, school play production and design, cooking, IT, dance and sports such as netball, football, swimming, cricket and cross country athletics.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 13 Fees On request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Library, science laboratories, outdoor sports areas, physical education, computers. Extracurricular activities Games, football.

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Schools Regent International School Emirates Hills Dubai 04 360 8830 risdubai.com

Repton School Dubai Nad Al Sheba 3 Dubai 04 426 9393 reptondubai.org

Sabari Indian School Al Wuheida Area, near Century Mall Dubai 04 250 5806 sisdubai.com

Safa Community School Al Barsha South 3 Dubailand Dubai 04 385 1810 safacommunityschool.com

School of Modern Skills Al Muhaisnah 1 Dubai 04 288 7765 dubaisms.net

School of Research Science Baghdad St Al Qusais Dubai 04 601 1011 srsdubai.ae

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Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep, Jan, Apr Fees AED37,247 to AED85,429 Waiting list? Dependent on year group. Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Swimming pool, multipurpose hall, science lab, library, football pitch, art/design and technology/dance studio, music room, ICT room. Extracurricular activities Performing arts and cultural, art/craft and design and media, general hobbies, soccer, basketball, gymnastics, martial arts, swimming, tennis, horseback riding, madscience, super kidi-abacus mathematics, NLP for children, boost of self-confidence and leadership skills.

Curriculum UK/IB Age FS1 to Year 13 (Boarding option Year 6 to Year 13) Term dates Sep-Jun Day Pupil Fees AED 50,379 to AED100,759 (Boarding Pupil Fees AED130,000 to AED166,000) Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Two rugby/football pitches, two outdoor shaded multipurpose areas, two indoor sports halls, indoor cricket nets, five outdoor cricket nets, three outdoor tennis courts, weight training and cardio rooms, indoor 25 -metre swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Art and design, drama, music, computing, dance, yoga, fine arts, design and technology, film and television, debating, cookery classes, martial arts, gym classes, gymnastics.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 7 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED13,685 to AED15,800 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Football pitch and basketball court. Extracurricular activities On request.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED47,000 to AED65,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Playgrounds, computer labs, science laboratories, libraries, basketball, clinics, resource centres, guidance counselling. Extracurricular activities Full-size football pitch, 25 -metre swimming pool, training pool, netball courts, sprinting track, indoor sports hall, dance studio, fitness studio, badminton, courts, basketball court, tennis courts.

Curriculum US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED14,566 to AED24,626 Waiting list? No Transport? No KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Includes two swimming pools, a library, two ICT labs, a massive multipurpose hall, an elevator, smart boards, two prayer rooms, two soccer fields, one basket ball court, playground areas, fitness equipment, a clinic, lockers, two open patios and canteens. Extracurricular activities All kind of sports activities.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Year 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED32,069 to AED68,853 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Cafeteria, SRS clinic and healthcare, transportation, science labs. Extracurricular activities All kind of sports activities.

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Sharjah American International Private School AlWarqaa 1 Dubai 04 280 1111 04 280 0666 saisdubai.net

Shaikh Rashid Al Maktoum Pakistan School Qusais Dubai 04 298 8303 srampsdubai.com

Sheffield Private School Al Nadha Dubai 04 267 8444 sheffield-school.com

SNF Children Development Center Karama Centre Dubai 04 334 9818 04 337 6759 050 557 0987 snfgroup.com

Springdales School Dubai Al Quoz off Al Khail Road Dubai 04 338 1311 04 338 2123 springdalesdubai.com

STAR International School, Al Twar Al Twar 2 Dubai 04 263 8999 starschoolaltwar.com

August 2015

Curriculum Arabic/US Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED14,671 to AED36,677 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Swimming pool, playing fields, indoor sports arena and multipurpose hall, a separate covered playing area for kindergarten students, two ICT labs with over 60 computers, two libraries with computers, science laboratories and a full-time science technician, a multipurpose sports hall for physical education, changing rooms, medical services, transport, a book store, two cafeterias and two prayer rooms. Extracurricular activities All kinds of sports activities.

Curriculum Pakistani Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Oct Dec-Mar Fees AED2,812 to AED5,624 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Unsatisfactory

Facilities Football pitch, kindergarten play area, library, science laboratories, clinic, canteen. Extracurricular activities Sports weeks, programmes in Global Village.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED19,450 to AED36,677 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Science laboratories, library, medical care, art education, physical education, computer labs and swimming pool. Extracurricular activities Stories club, arts and crafts, netball, Arabic for beginners, handwriting practice, karate, swimming, gymnastics.

Curriculum Special needs Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On Request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Vocational and occupational training along with alternative therapy, computers. Extracurricular activities Educational trips, music sessions, aerobics, picnics.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED18,000 to AED25,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Wi-Fi enabled campus, play area, cafeteria, parking bay, 140 large and spacious classrooms with visual equipment, library, science laboratories, art, dance, music studios, theatre, art audio-visual equipment, a large stage with seating capacity of 1,400, An indoor Olympic-size swimming pool, multi-level canteens. GPRS-enabled school buses ensure safety and security.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED18,754 to AED43,420 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play areas, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab, interactive boards, auditorium, role-play room, jungle gym, school clinic. Extracurricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, ballet, football.

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Schools STAR International School, Mirdif Mirdif Dubai 04 288 4644 starschoolmirdif.com

STAR International School, Umm Sheif Umm Al Sheif Dubai 04 348 3314 starschoolummsheif.com

St. Mary’s Catholic High School Oud Metha Road Dubai 04 337 0252 stmarysdubai.com

St. Mary Catholic High School Dubai Al Muhaisnah Muhaisnah 4 Dubai 056 440 5425 056 440 5426 stmarysmuhaisnah.com

Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai Dubai Healthcare City – Phase 2, Al Jaddaf Dubai 04 375 0600 www.sisd.ae

The Central School Al Nahda 2 Dubai 04 267 4433 centraldxb.com

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Curriculum UK Age FS2 to year 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED30,630 to AED46,107 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Indoor/outdoor play areas, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab. Extracurricular activities Tennis, martial arts, cookery, handball, needlework, computers, judo, art, French, tennis, gymnastics, aloa maths, football academy, ballet.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED30,450 to AED70,790 Waiting list? No Transport? No KHDA rating Good

Facilities Our classrooms, situated in modern buildings, are colourful, spacious and bright. Indoor/outdoor play areas, swimming pool, music room, library, ICT lab. Extracurricular activities Tennis, martial arts, gymnastics and ballet.

Curriculum UK Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates On request Fees AED5,145 to AED11,053 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Sports grounds. Extracurricular activities Drama, quiz, music, sports, elocution, debates, environment, art/craft, cookery and needlework.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to Grade 13 Term dates On request Fees AED11,000 to AED21,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities One small swimming pool for EYFS, indoor play area for EYFS, primary classrooms, secondary classrooms, music / art room, libraries, stores, multipurpose room, gymnasium, 25m outdoor swimming pool, outdoor basketball courts, outdoor soccer pitch with artificial turf. Extracurricular activities Football, basketball, volleyball, cricket, cookery, quilling, scrapbooking, music, dance, science club, environment club, chess club and board games, quiz club.

Curriculum International Baccalaureate (IB) Age Pre-KG to Grade 6 Term dates On request Fees AED60,000 to AED95,000 Waiting list? No Transport? On request KHDA rating N/A

Facilities 24 KG classrooms with 24 KG activity rooms, 40 primary classrooms, 4 multipurpose activity rooms, 2 libraries, 3 indoor play areas, IT lab, 5 science laboratories, swimming pool, outdoor play area,labs and football field.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age KG1 to grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED2,697 to AED4,746 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Spacious building with playgrounds, well equipped laboratories, a canteen and other facilities to provide an atmosphere conducive for learning, laboratories, library, play grounds & play area, school clinic, canteen. Extracurricular activities The Central playground, basket ball and volley ball courts are well designed to give emphasis to physical education, cricket, throw ball and athletics; while special training is given for basket ball, football and volley ball under the supervision of well trained coaches of the game. The indoor games include tennis, chess and carom.

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The City School International Nadd Al Hamar Dubai 04 289 9722 tcs-uae.com

The English College Al Safa Dubai 04 394 3465 englishcollege.ac.ae

The International School of Choueifat DIP-1 Dubai 04 884 7884 iscdip-sabis.net

The Indian Academy Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 264 6746 04 264 6733 indianacademydubai.com

The Indian High School Oud Metha Dubai 04 337 7475 ihsdxb.com

The Kindergarten Starters (A GEMS school) Al Garhoud Dubai 04 282 4090 gemskgs.com

August 2015

Curriculum UK Age FS1 to year 11 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED16,380 to AED23,640 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Purpose-built building, IT lab, science laboratory, secure kindergarten section and library, complete arts and crafts equipment, student counselling services, spacious facility for indoor and outdoor sports. Extracurricular activities Inter-house events, quizzes, sports day, two field trips per year.

Curriculum UK Age Grade 7 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED47,478 to AED56,880 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Gym, swimming pools and playing courts. Extracurricular activities Football, softball, netball, rugby, club choir, chess, drama, yoga, art club, badminton, orchestra, film club, golf, sailing, skiing.

Curriculum SABIS (UK/US) Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED22,535 to AED41,990 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Infant swimming pool, library, play areas, KG indoor playgrounds. Extracurricular activities Visit the school’s website for a full list of activities.

Curriculum Indian(ICSE) Age KG1 to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Dec Dec-Mar, Mar-Jun Fees AED10,000 to AED17,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Classrooms, free flow area, library, ict lab, kinder club and many more. Extracurricular activities We organize various activities inside the classroom for students. They participate in it with other students by forming groups. This develops a healthy attitude towards working in groups, sharing things with other children, working and learning in harmony. They learn by watching other children and emulating their peers. This develops communication, learning and social behaviour skills.

Curriculum Indian(CBSE) Age Grade 5 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED4,515 to AED8,551 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Outdoor areas, computer lab, science laboratories, music room, conference room, swimming pool, gymnasium, library, medical clinic, transportation. Extracurricular activities Yes, please ask the school for more information.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 5 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED6,180 to AED8,247 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities ICT and multimedia centre, kindergarten play area, activity rooms, science laboratory, clinic, music rooms, library. Extracurricular activities Performing arts, creative communication, visual arts, sports, inter-school music festival, interhouse quiz competitions, caretaker service.

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Schools The Millennium School (A GEMS school) Al Ghusais Dubai 04 298 8567 gemsmillenniumschool.com

The Oxford School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 254 3666 oxford.iqraeducation.net

The Philippine School Al Twar Dubai 04 284 4465 thephilippineschooldubai. com

The Westminster School (A GEMS school) Al Ghusais Dubai 04 298 8333 gemsws-ghusais.com

The Winchester School (A GEMS school) Jebel Ali Gardens Dubai 04 882 0444 thewinchesterschool.com

Universal American School Ras Al Khor Dubai 04 232 5222 uasdubai.ae

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Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED14,412 to AED21,193 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Sporting areas, science laboratories, library, cafeteria, medical centre. Extracurricular activities School events, physical education, music, drama, art, the Afternoon Programme.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep, Dec, Mar Fees AED10,311 to AED16,348 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Sports facilities and swimming pool, multipurpose hall, ICT lab, library, science laboratories, swimming pool, playground, outside learning area, art room, clinic, canteen, kindergarten club. Extracurricular activities Football, swimming and all kinds of indoor and outdoor sports.

Curriculum Philippine Age KG1 to Grade 10 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED5,607 to AED9,641 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating Outstanding

Facilities Interactive boards, library, science laboratories, computer lab, music and art, clinic, playground, canteen. Extracurricular activities Confident communication, vedic map, ballet dance class, tennis, basketball, football.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED5,651 to AED10,665 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities Covered play area, activity room, library, science laboratories, music, art and craft rooms, ICT. Extracurricular activities Arts and craft, creative writing, cooking, debating, drama, educational trips, elocution/public speaking, gymnastics, leadership camps, mural painting, music, needlework, physical education, projects, reading, team sports, trekking.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED11,789 to AED26,298 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Curriculum US/IB Age Pre-KG to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED35,500 to AED74,000 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good

Facilities Track field, gym, swimming pool, cafeteria, multipurpose hall, libraries, music rooms, computer rooms. Extracurricular activities Soccer, reading, karate, music and golf.

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Uptown School (UTS) Corner Algeria/Tripoli street Mirdif Dubai 04 251 5001 uptownschool.ae A Taaleem School

United International Private School Al Muhaisnah Dubai 04 254 3888 uips.ae

Victory Heights Primary School Victory Heights Dubai Sports City Dubai 04 423 1100 vhprimary.com

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Al Ansar International School

Maliha - Kalba Road Sharjah 06 545 9441 alansarschool.net

August 2015

Curriculum IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP) Age Pre-K to Grade 11 (grade 12 will be added in 2016) Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED45,000 to AED70,000 Waiting list? Upon request Transport? Yes KHDA rating Good with some areas Outstanding

Facilities Three gyms, learning pool outdoors and 25-metre competition pool indoors, 3 separate KG playgrounds, 1 primary playground, 2 multi sport fields, 6 science labs, 3 Libraries, full campus Wi-Fi, 4 IT suites, white boards in all classrooms, Dance studio, 4 art studios, 4 music studios and 6 music practice rooms, small indoor amphitheatre, 3 nurses’ clinics, 2 canteens, 2 large meeting rooms. Extracurricular activities Chess, history, film, creative writing and extended science to name a few plus sport ECA ranging from footall to ultimate frisbee. E-sports provides sports training for tennis, football, swimming, cricket, rugby, climbing, and holiday camps.

Curriculum Philippine Age KG1 to Grade 10 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED4,527 to AED8,241 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating Acceptable

Facilities School library, medical health services/clinic, computer laboratories, science laboratories, audio visual, room/activity room, multipurpose court, swimming pool guidance counselling services, school procurement office school cafeteria, school lockers. Extracurricular activities Basketball, chess, table tennis, volleyball, scouting and much more.

Curriculum UK Age FS1 – Year 6 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED33,000 to AED45,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities ICT Room, Art Studio, Indoor Swimming pool, Arabic and Islamic studies department, learning enhancement department, clinic, library, sports field. Extracurricular activities Wide range of sports and physical activities from dance and gymnastics to games including football, netball and basketball. These are just naming a few. Swimming lessons are offered in the indoor swimming pool with controlled temperatures

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Auditorium, library, science laboratory, computer laboratory, art and craft room, activity room, physical education room, sports facilities, clinic, canteen, store room. Extracurricular activities The school has a shaded play ground catering to the sports requirements of the students in the extreme climate also. it is also well equipped with basketball, volleyball and football play areas. outdoor facilities for kg include sand pits, ladders, swings, slides, seesaws etc for their recreation and balanced growth.

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Schools American Community School of Sharjah (ACSS) Maliha Road Sharjah (Opposite Sharjah University Campus) 06 522 7583 acs.sharjah.org

Australian International School Maliha - Kalba Road Sharjah 06 533 7722 - 06 558 9967 ais.ae

Choueifat Sharjah University Road Al Shahba Sharjah 06 558 2211 iscshj-sabis.net

GEMS Westminster School – Sharjah Sharjah 06 542 6323 gemswestminsterschoolsharjah.com

New Indian Model School - Sharjah Al Azra Sharjah 06 522 8035 nimsshj.com

Our Own English High School Sharjah (A GEMS school) Moweliah Area Sharjah 06 538 6486 gemsoo-sharjah.com

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Curriculum US Age Nursery to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jan, Jan-May Fees AED32,000 to AED53,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Gymnasium/fitness centre, 400 -metre athletics track, three swimming pools (one 50 -metre Olympic-sized pool), 750 -seat auditorium and one theatre, multiple science laboratories designed in conjunction with the National Science Teachers Association. Two libraries, two full-size soccer fields, student gardens, fully handicapped-accessible classrooms, martial arts centre, parents’ centre. Extracurricular activities Sport, swimming, gymnastics.

Curriculum Queensland, Australia IB Age Grade 2 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, JanMar, Apr-Jun Fees AED33,280 to AED62,400 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Curriculum SABIS (UK/US) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Library, three computer labs, three science laboratories, exam hall, gymnastics and ballet rooms, large multipurpose air-conditioned sports hall, gymnasium, two swimming pools, grass football field, outdoor courts, car tracks for young students, playground equipment and indoor airconditioned play areas, large auditorium and large cafeteria. Extracurricular activities Visit the school’s website for a full list of activities.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 9 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED12,000 to AED16,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Indoor four-court sports hall, outdoor football pitch, cricket nets, four-outdoor multi-games courts, multipurpose sports hall, ICT and electronics labs, specialist classrooms for primary and secondary schools. Extracurricular activities Arts and craft, creative writing, cooking, debating, drama, educational trips, elocution/public speaking, gymnastics, leadership camps, mural painting, music, needlework, physical education, projects, reading, team sports, trekking.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED280 to AED500 (per month) Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities The school library is equipped with reference books, fictions, magazines, periodicals and audio visual teaching aids, laboratories, the school provides computer training at all levels. the computer room is equipped with the state-of-the-art technological systems. Extracurricular activities Sports and games activities are organised from time to time. the school provides indoor games like table tennis, caroms and chess; foot-ball, volley ball, throw ball, cricket, badminton and basket ball among outdoor games.

Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED6,410 to AED12,010 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Library, computer science centre, science laboratories, art studio, music studio, playing field, kindergarten play area, medicare, books, uniform store, canteen. Extracurricular activities Physical education, guides, public speaking, visual arts, environment club, performing arts, overnight camps, activity club, mentoring, workshops, Olympiads, educational trips.

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Schools Our Own English High School – Boys, Sharjah (A GEMS school) Moweliah Area Sharjah 06 535 5227 gemsourownenglishboyssharjah.com

Scholars International Academy Sharjah school zone area near University City 06 535 5033 scholarsinternational.com

Sharjah British International School Near Sharjah University City Sharjah 06 534 7722 sharjahbritishschool.com

Sharjah English School Near National Paints Opposite University City Sharjah 06 558 9304 sharjahenglishschool.org

Victoria International School Al Mamzar near Sharjah Expo Sharjah 06 577 1999 viss.ae

Wesgreen International School Maliha Rd Sharjah 06 534 6333 wesgreen.net

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Curriculum Indian CBSE Age Grade 1 to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED7,500 to AED11,800 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Library, mathematics laboratory, science laboratories, computer science centre, play field, medicare, bookstore, canteen. Extracurricular activities Visual arts, the performing arts, public speaking, Star of the Section Award, physical education, scouting, educational field trips, quiz club, environment club, Olympiads.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 11 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED20,800 to AED36,000 Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Swimming pool, soccer/rugby field, sports hall with a rock climbing arena, fully-equipped computer lab, library, dance studio, organic garden and much more. Extracurricular activities Swimming, netball, soccer, ball skills, cricket, organic gardening, dancing, music, expressive arts programme, to name a few.

Curriculum UAE/UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees AED17,150 to AED33,400 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Our British National Curriculum consists of care subjects, general subjects and Ministry of Education subjects, which include languages, physical education, art, music and other general courses. We have healthcare, a swimming pool, a library, fully air-conditioned classes and sports day. Extracurricular activities All kinds of sports activities.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 10 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Please call the school for more information. Extracurricular activities Netball, football, rugby, swim team climbing, chess, science club, drama, International Award (Duke of Edinburgh), ‘Going Green’ environmental club, tennis archery, film club (appreciation and making), rounders, gym War Hammer Games / board games, basketball, orchestra, advanced singing group, rock band, multi-media, cricket.

Curriculum Australian Age Pre-KG to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED26,750 to AED70,200 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Labs well-equipped with resources and study areas, updated digital technology resources, interactive whiteboards, computer areas, Wi-Fi connectivity in classrooms, an indoor multi-court basketball stadium/ gymnasium, football field/playing area, auditorium, two cafeterias, multiple plazas, shaded green outdoor areas with age-appropriate equipment outdoors, everything is fully air conditioned. Extracurricular activities Football, gymnastics, netball, cricket, modern dance, aerobics, swimming.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED20,400 to AED45,205 Waiting list? Yes Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Labs & library, computer labs, science labs, the school library, uniform outlet, school canteen, medical care. Extracurricular activities Basket ball, cricket and swimming in the evenings which ensures individual attention to the children, we also conduct tournaments, trekking and adventure expeditions to the remotest desert areas and mountains. separate playgrounds and courts for football, cricket, volleyball and tennis have been provided.

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Our Own English High School

(A GEMS school) Fujairah 09 222 7127 gemsoo-fujairah.com

Fujairah Private Academy Fujairah 09 222 4001 09 222 1140 fpa.sch.ae

English School Of Kalba (ESK) Kalba Fujairah 09 277 8199 fpa.sch.ae

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GEMS Westminster School – Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah 07 203 5999 gemswestminsterschoolrak.com

The International School of Choueifat Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah 07 235 3446 iscrasalkhaimah.sabis.net

Scholars Indian School Ras Al Khaimah 07 222 7600 rakscholars.com

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Curriculum Indian CBSE & National Curriculum for England Age Kindergarten to Grade 12 Term dates Apr-Mar Fees AED4,450 to AED9,510 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes

Facilities Sports fields, music rooms, art and craft rooms, general science laboratories, computer laboratories, library, outdoor covered play areas, activity rooms. Extracurricular activities Art and craft, drama, music, singing, painting, debate, cookery, elocution, football, interhouse quiz, debate, cricket, basketball, maths, Olympiad, table tennis, inter-house dramatics, waste to wealth, c.c.a.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 13 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Junr Fees AED15,000 to AED34,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes

Facilities Library, medical facility, science laboratories, activity room, ICT suite, auditorium, play area. Extracurricular activities Boardgames chess, handicraft, boardgames, yoga, basketball, taekwondo, singing, arabic story, weaving, science club, puppet show, fitness, table tennis, archaeology, football, knitting, zumba, jewellery making, ecology club, book club, aerobics.

Curriculum UK/MOE Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Dec, Jan-Mar, Apr-Junr Fees On request Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes

Facilities Laboratories, computer science lab, food technology lab, design technology lab, clinic, auditorium green room, refectory, sports area. Extracurricular activities Science, music, sports, drama and theatre, call for more information.

Curriculum UK Age Kindergarten to Grade 8 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees AED10,000 to AED16,000 Waiting list? On request Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Indoor activity hall, outdoor football fields, basketball courts, dedicated science laboratories, ICT lab, special and separate covered outdoor play areas for primary and FS students, specialist classrooms for primary and secondary schools. Extracurricular activities Arts and craft, creative writing, cooking, debating, drama, educational trips, elocution/public speaking, gymnastics, leadership camps, mural painting, music, needlework, physical education, projects, reading, team sports, trekking.

Curriculum UK Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities The school’s campus offers world-class educational facilities. These include classroom buildings equipped with one computer lab, two science laboratories, one computerized examination hall (ITL®), a library, an art room, an indoor heated swimming pool and a large multipurpose air-conditioned sports hall. The outside sports facilities include a football pitch and play areas equipped with play units.

Curriculum Indian (CBSE) Age KG1 to Grade 12 Term dates Sep-Jun Fees On request Waiting list? No Transport? Yes KHDA rating N/A

Facilities Library, Laboratories, Medical Care, The Bookstore, The School Canteen, Computer Lab. Extracurricular activities Arts, crafts, music, games etc. are an intricate part of the weekly routine. These help students to develop creatively and evolve into talented individuals.

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Universities Dubai

Al Ghurair University

Dubai Academic City Dubai 04 420 0223 agu.ae

American College of Dubai Garhoud Dubai 04 282 9992 acd.ac.ae

American University in the Emirates Block 6 and Block 10 Floor 2 Dubai International Academic City 800 AUE (283) 04 449 9000 aue.ae

American University in Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road, exit 32 Dubai Media City Dubai 04 399 9000 aud.edu

Amity University Dubai Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 455 4900 amityuniversity.ae

Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani (Bits Pilani) Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 420 0700 bits-pilani.ac.in/dubai

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Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 550+ Number of Graduates 65 Number of faculty 10

Overview Founded in 1999, AGU is a leading college in engineering, business studies, IT and interior design. All of its bachelor degrees are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. A recent relocation means that AGU is now based in Dubai Academic City, where students will find cutting-edge computer and engineering labs plus well-equipped lecture halls and sports facilities.

Home Campus US Type University Number of Students 350+ Number of Graduates 34 Number of faculty 12

Overview The college is located on a purpose-built campus in the Garhoud area of Dubai, near Dubai International Airport and opposite Dubai Festival City. Facilities include lecture halls, a separate library building with study areas, a major computer centre and related resource rooms, including a small clinic staffed by a resident nurse. Student activity area includes outdoor sports facilities such as a football field as well as basketball and volleyball courts. There is also a games hall alongside the cafeteria as well as a dedicated student activities centre.

Home Campus US Type University Number of Students 200+ Number of Graduates 22 Number of faculty 8

Overview AUE is a licensed institution offering accredited programmes. It is a vibrant and dynamic university with the vision to be one of the leading liberal higher-educational institutions, providing an integrated pathway for students to become creative and productive members of the community. AUE follows the American model of education as a foundation for the structure and design of its programmes of study, whilst appreciating and celebrating the diverse culture and values of the UAE.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 2,700+ Number of Graduates 452 Number of faculty 8

Overview The university community believes it has a special commitment to support each individual’s goals. To this end, the university places emphasis on the educational, professional and personal growth of each student. AUD, as an international institution of higher education, encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for international education. Programs, policies and activities are evaluated periodically and changed, as necessary, to meet the needs of the student body and the institution.

Home Campus India Type University Number of Students 1100+ Number of Graduates 5 Number of faculty 45

Overview Amity University is research and innovation driven Foundation University in India, a leading education group having grade “A” Accreditation by the National Accreditation body of government of India. As of today, Amity education group has over 150,000,students studying across 1000 acres of hi-tech campus 250 educational programs.

Home Campus India Type University Number of Students 1,700+ Number of Graduates 342 Number of faculty 87

Overview From Dubai Campus, BITS Pilani offers B.E.(Hons.), M.E., M.B.A. and Ph.D. programmes in various engineering and allied disciplines and more than 1,700 students are admitted at the campus from over 20 countries world-wide. The vibrant campus has state-of-the art infrastructure and provides an opportunity to acquire best quality education in an international environment from well-experienced, highly qualified and dedicated faculty and research facilities.

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British University in Dubai Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 279 1400 buid.ac.ae

Cass Business School Dubai International Financial Centre Dubai 04 401 9316 cass.city.ac.uk

Canadian University of Dubai 1st Interchange Sheikh Zayed Road Behind Shangri-La Hotel Dubai 04 321 9090 cud.ac.ae

Emirates Aviation University Deira Dubai 04 218 9100 eau.ac.ae

ESMOD French Fashion Institute Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 429 1228 esmod-dubai.com

EMDI Institute of Media and Communication Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 433 2833 emdiworld.ae

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Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 700+ Number of Graduates 79 Number of faculty 26

Overview The British University in Dubai (BUiD), was established in 2004 and is the Middle East region’s first, research based, postgraduate university. BUiD offers a unique opportunity for higher education. As one of the region’s most innovative institutions, BUiD sets the standards for study and research that will significantly contribute to the technological innovation and growth of the Arab world and beyond.

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 300+ Number of Graduates 65 Number of faculty 40

Overview With its main university in London, Cass practices a UK curriculum and can offer students in Dubai a two-year business MBA, accredited by the Association of MBAs and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). The course is taught in a monthly block weekend format, from Thursday to Sunday, to allow busy professionals time to work and study. Students can take advantage of its London connections by taking electives at the UK campus.

Home Campus Canada Type University Number of Students 1,000+ Number of Graduates 145 Number of faculty 24

Overview Founded in 2006, the Canadian University of Dubai currently consists of the School of Architecture and Interior Design, the School of Business, the School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology and the School of Environment and Health. We offer Bachelor’s degrees and Master’s degrees. Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programme is available for those students needing additional English language skills.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 800+ Number of Graduates 22 Number of faculty 8

Overview Established in 1991 and part of the Emirates Group, the Emirates Aviation University was awarded university status in December 2010 by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. EAU offers an extensive range of aviationrelated courses and programmes. Offering the ideal launchpad for a career in the management and technical spheres of aviation, EAU has a proven track record of preparing students for future success.

Home Campus France Type Vocational institute Number of Students 77+ Number of Graduates 14 Number of faculty 5

Overview Since 2006, ESMOD Dubai is the first and only Fashion Institute established in the Middle East that is fully dedicated to fashion. Branch of ESMOD International Fashion Institutes & University Group with a worldwide reputation and network that continually grows, well-known firms in the fashion sector acknowledge ESMOD’s expertise and therefore offer internships and jobs to our students and graduates.

Home Campus India Type Vocational training Number of Students 250+ Number of Graduates 145 Number of faculty 50+

Overview EMDI Institute of Media and Communication is an institute based out of Dubai Knowledge Village offering professional UK-accredited diploma courses across the media, creative and entertainment Industries. EMDI (a venture of the Greycells Education Group) is based on a new model of education, where industry meets academia in order to foster a breed of enterprising students. With courses for both students and working professionals, EMDI is the region’s only specialised institute focusing on the creative industry through both evening and weekend courses. 117

Universities Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University Dubai Academic City Dubai 04 424 11 11 hbmsu.ac.ae

Heriot-Watt University Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 435 8700/701/702 hw.ac.uk/dubai.htm

Hult International Business School Dubai Internet City Dubai 04 427 5800 hult.edu

Institute of Management Technology Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 422 7244 imtdubai.ac.ae

Islamic Azad University (IAU) Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 567 4603 iau.ae

JSS Education Foundation Block 2A, Office F52 Dubai Knowledge Village 04 361 2917 eciguidance.com

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Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 800+ Number of Graduates 245 Number of faculty 24

Overview Under the presidency of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) is committed to instigating a culture of quality, excellence and research through smart learning in the Arab world, with emphasis in the academic disciplines of business, quality management, education, healthcare and environment. With its unique learning environment (the e-Campus Virtual Learning Environment), the university offers a fresh learning experience with the use of innovative technologies.

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 4,800+ Number of Graduates 101 Number of faculty 316

Overview Heriot-Watt University was the first overseas university to set up in Dubai International Academic City, offering top-quality British education to students and executives from around the Gulf and further afield. The eighth-oldest higher-education institution in the UK (it was founded in Edinburgh over 180 years ago), Heriot-Watt was invited to Dubai in recognition of its global reputation and international reach in the fields of engineering and management.

Home Campus USA Type University Number of Students 550+ Number of Graduates 281 Number of faculty 30

Overview Hult’s intensive one-year MBA programme begins with a four-week toolbox and four individual modules, addressing different stages in the growth of a business. The toolbox is specially designed to cover the skills and basic business knowledge that is vital to complete Hult’s accelerated one-year MBA program.

Home Campus India Type University Number of Students 336+ Number of Graduates 97 Number of faculty 22

Overview IMT Dubai is the first overseas campus of the renowned Business School, IMT Ghaziabad, one of India’s top 10 business schools. The Institute of Management Technology (IMT) Dubai was founded in 2006, and within a short span of time has emerged as a leading business school in the region offering high quality business programs, with a high quality curriculum, outstanding faculty, world class infrastructure and facilities, students at IMT Dubai develop with a unique and challenging educational experience.

Home Campus Iran- Islamic Republic of Type University Number of Students 550+ Number of Graduates 50 Number of faculty 79

Overview IAU is an Iranian non-profit, non-governmental system of higher education founded in 1982 in response to an increasing social demand for specialised manpower and development. Its campuses across the world, including Dubai International Academic City, amount to the world’s largest university body with over one million students studying its undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Home Campus India Type Vocational training Number of Students 210+ Number of Graduates 65 Number of faculty 24

Overview JSSMVP established its presence in the Middle East with its new educational centre, JSS Education Foundation in Dubai Knowledge Village, to introduce online and blended learning programmes, with a focus on providing the community with the educational skills needed to compete in the growing employment sector and meet the needs and challenges from the regional corporations and businesses. This centre caters to those who are employed with regular learning opportunities.

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London Business School Dubai International Financial Centre Dubai 04 401 9301 london.edu

Manchester Business School Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 446 8664 mbs-uae.ac.ae

Manipal University Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 429 0777 04 429 0705 manipaldubai.com

Michigan State University in Dubai Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 446 5147/8 dubai.isp.msu.edu

Middlesex University Dubai Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 367 8100 mdx.ac

Murdoch University Dubai Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 435 5700 murdochdubai.ac.ae

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Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 200+ Number of Graduates 53 Number of faculty 19

Overview The LBD offers a Dubai-London Executive MBA, which gives students the chance to study and network in two important business centres. The course takes place over a period of 20 months, with core courses taught at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and six to eight electives at the school’s London campus.

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 1,800+ Number of Graduates 176 Number of faculty 30

Overview Manchester Business School is the UK’s largest campus-based business and management school. The Middle East Regional Executive Centre based in Dubai Knowledge Village offers world-class part-time Global MBA and DBA programmes to working professionals. All successful MBA students are awarded a degree by the University of Manchester and no distinction is made between the different learning formats. MBS launched Executive Education courses for the Middle East in 2011.

Home Campus India Type University Number of Students 1812+ Number of Graduates 367 Number of faculty 24

Overview Manipal University Dubai (MUD) is a branch campus of Manipal University, India, the largest private university in the country enrolling over 25,000 students across 23 disciplines. Manipal University, India is home to some of the finest institutions of academic excellence including Kasturba Medical College & Manipal Institute of Technology. Manipal University established its presence in Dubai, UAE in the year 2000. At present, Manipal University, Dubai enrols over 1,800 students from 26 nations across the globe and is an Indian multi-disciplinary university in the region.

Home Campus USA Type University Number of Students 130+ Number of Graduates 12 Number of faculty 14

Overview MSU Dubai provides Bachelors and Masters degree students with a broad intellectual background that gives them the habits of thought and analysis needed to live and work in a rapidly-changing modern world. Developing career and job-relevant skills are a core part of all degree programmes offered at MSU Dubai.

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 2,800+ Number of Graduates 800 Number of faculty 69

Overview Middlesex University Dubai is the first overseas campus of the internationally renowned Middlesex University in London. The campus which opened in January 2005, has over 2,800 students from over 90 nationalities and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a wide variety of subject areas. In 2007, Middlesex was ranked second in London for Teaching and Learning (HEFCE) and the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) rated research at Middlesex as ‘Top 10 among new UK universities’.

Home Campus Australia Type University Number of Students 850+ Number of Graduates 110 Number of faculty 33

Overview At Murdoch Dubai you will earn a fully accredited Australian degree with its associated international recognition. All our programs are accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) in Australia and locally authorized by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). The same transferable standards apply regardless of whether you are studying in Perth, in Dubai or one of our other international or regional campuses. Our students have the option to transfer credits earned across our network of campuses on a short or longterm basis, for a truly international learning experience. 119

Universities Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT Dubai) Dubai Silicon Oasis Dubai 04 371 2000 rit.edu/dubai/

SAE Institute Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 361 6173 saedubai.com

Saint-Petersburg State Economic University Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 362 5318 rudubai.ru

Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 366 4601 szabist.ac.ae

S P Jain School of Global Management Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 429 1234 spjain.org

Synergy University Dubai Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai 04 435 5700 synergy.university

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Home Campus USA Type University Number of Students 500+ Number of faculty 35+

Overview RIT Dubai was established in 2008, and provides world class educational university programs in the UAE for students and professionals from across the globe. RIT has a long history of offering degree programs, meeting business and industry needs, and preparing students for successful careers in a global society. RIT Dubai offers the same high quality, competitive, and technology-based bachelor’s and master’s degree programs that you will receive at the main campus here in the United States. RIT is a true global university and we have relationships with more than 60 nations.

Home Campus Australia Type University Number of Students 350+ Number of Graduates 68 Number of faculty 17

Overview Our course offerings have grown to include animation, web, games and multimedia, and we’re always examining new and exciting opportunities as they arise in the region. In 2011 our Middle East operations were acquired by TwoFour54. Their vision is “to enable the development of world class Arabic media and entertainment content”. With this partnership, SAE Dubai will have strong support in the local area and industry.

Home Campus Russian Type University Number of Students 100+ Number of Graduates 24 Number of faculty 44

Overview ENGECON Dubai is the first international campus of Saint-Petersburg State University of Engineering & Economics, located in a historic city of Saint-Petersburg, Russia. It is the only university in Dubai, offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees taught in both Russian and English languages.

Home Campus Pakistan Type University Number of Students 550+ Number of Graduates 67 Number of faculty 42

Overview SZABIST Dubai is a leading Pakistani university providing world class education. SZABIST has 4 campuses in Pakistan and one campus in Dubai. SZABIST Dubai is the only Pakistani university based in U.A.E that has been serving the Pakistani community since 2003. SZABIST Dubai is located amongst other international universities in the Dubai International Academic City. The Dubai campus provides high standards of teaching at an affordable fee structure.

Home Campus Australia Type University Number of Students 1,300+ Number of Graduates 330 Number of faculty 69

Overview The Dubai campus sets an atmosphere that motivates a student to learn management courses such as GMBA (Global MBA), BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration), EMBA (executive mba) and explore, and derive benefits from interactions with the multinational student community of the Dubai International Academic City (DIAC).

Home Campus Russian Type University Number of Students 150+ Number of Graduates 25 Number of faculty 8

Overview We are proud to be Dubai’s first University located in Jumeirah Lakes Towers! Synergy University Dubai is governed through the Dubai Multi Commodities Center Authority (DMCCA). We therefore occupy a very special place amongst the universities and colleges in Dubai and the UAE, being located in the fastest growing business community - DMCC, which is home to more than 10,000 businesses, thus providing our students a unique opportunity to study in a thriving business hub.

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The National Institute for Vocational Education (NIVE) Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 369 4000 nive.gov.ae

University of Bradford Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 439 3694 bradford.ac.uk

University of Dubai Al Maktoum Road Deira Dubai 04 224 2472 ud.ac.ae

University of Exeter Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 369 3049 socialsciences.exeter. ac.uk/education/ graduatestudies/ professionaldoctorates/ eddtesoldubai/

University of St. Joseph Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 438 0630 usj.edu.lb/dubai

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) Dubai Knowledge Village Dubai 04 278 1800 uowdubai.ac.ae

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Home Campus UAE Type Vocational institute Number of Students 200+ Number of Graduates 30 Number of faculty 22

Overview NIVE represents a new and clear vision for Vocational Education in the UAE. This vision places a major emphasis on the importance of vocational education correlated to the UAE’s future skills base, competitiveness and economic development within the context of a global economy. This vision also raises the status of vocational education and provides a meaningful, credible opportunity to all UAE citizens. To this end, NIVE has adopted a coherent vocational educational framework, offering clear progression routes and exit points to the world of work.

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 200+ Number of Graduates 22 Number of faculty 54

Overview The University of Bradford programme is a consortium programme. This means that a number of key corporations in Dubai sponsor their managers to study for an MBA with the university. Sponsorship typically takes the form of financial, time or work assistance.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 800+ Number of Graduates 300+ Number of faculty 24

Overview University of Dubai was established in 1997 with the support of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Due to its affiliations with Dubai Chamber, the university has close links with the business community and is the only university (accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research) to earn international accreditation from both AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and the ABET/CAC (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology).

Home Campus UK Type University Number of Students 100+ Number of Graduates 7 Number of faculty 8

Overview The EdD TESOL aims to provide experienced senior professionals within the field of language teaching with an opportunity to study at advanced level for a doctoral degree by means of a taught programme plus a thesis. The course involves an in-depth examination of issues related to language learning and teaching and language teacher education. It also provides a solid grounding in research methodology appropriate for undertaking research at doctoral level within these fields.

Home Campus Lebanon Type University Number of Students 100+ Number of Graduates 27 Number of faculty 20

Overview The College of Law at the Dubai branch of the Faculty of Law and Political Science in Beirut, working under the supervision of the latter, taking into account the mandatory laws and regulations in force in the United Arab Emirates and Dubai. The certificates issued by the Faculty of Law in Dubai include a bachelor’s degree in law, and certificates of rights (in-depth lessons or Master’s degree or certificate), issued by the Faculty of Law (of parent institution in Beirut).

Home Campus Australia Type University Number of Students 4,163+ Number of Graduates 7,914+ (1996 -2014) Number of faculty 85

Overview UOWD was established in the UAE in 1993 by one of the world’s top ranking universities, the UOWD, Originally known as the Institute for Australian Studies, UOWD is a vibrant, dynamic and diverse institution, retaining a strong Australian heritage. Over the past 21 years we have established an outstanding record for educating highly employable graduates and gained an international reputation for the quality of our educational practices. With over 4,000 students from over 100 countries being taught by academics from more than 40 countries, UOWD offers the best traditions of western education in a truly multicultural learning environment. 121

Universities University of Waterloo Dubai International Academic City Dubai 04 403 8452 uae.uwaterloo.ca

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Abu Dhabi University

Khalifa City Abu Dhabi 02 501 5555 adu.ac.ae

Al Hosn University Abu Dhabi 02 407 0700 alhosnu.ae

Al Khawarizmi International College Abu Dhabi 02 408 0000 khawarizmi.com

Khalifa University of Science Abu Dhabi Campus 02 401 8000 Sharjah Campus 06 561 1333 ku.ac.ae

Masdar Institute of Science and Technology Abu Dhabi 02 698 8122 masdar.ac.ae

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Curriculum Canadian Number of students On request

Overview The University of Waterloo brings the same high standard of educational standards that it is renowned for in Canada to the UAE, offering students the opportunity to be taught by experienced Waterloo engineering and mathematics professors direct from the Canadian campus. On-the-job training is alternated with traditional in-class learning. The result is an education interwoven with real-world relevance.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 5,900+ Number of Graduates 24+

Overview ADU offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based on an American model of higher education. The majority of classes are taught in English – the university’s official language – although the university is expected to utilise Arabic in the future. There are over 6,000+ students in attendance here, representing more than 35 nationalities.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 550+ Number of Graduates 12+

Overview Prospective students will have their pick of 18 programmes from nine different departments, with popular options including engineering and applied sciences, business, and arts and social sciences. Al Hosn has an English language centre, too, which is open to any students who wish to study it as a second language.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 1100+ Number of Graduates 320+

Overview Al Khawarizmi International College offers a range of associate degree programmes that are fully accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE. All of our international standard programmes are offered in association with Liverpool John Moores University.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 1300+ Number of Graduates 580+

Overview Khalifa University of Science specialises in technology and science research and has two campuses in the UAE. Students can enroll for undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in five disciplines, with the former being fully-accredited by the UK’s Institution of Engineering and Technology.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 1400+ Number of Graduates 210+

Overview Based in Abu Dhabi, Masdar dedicates itself to researching alternative energy, environmental technologies and sustainability. The independent, not-for-profit university can offer scholarships to students of all nationalities, which includes tuition fees, laptops, housing, travel expenses and living costs. See the website for full details.

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New York Institute of Technology CERT Technology Park Abu Dhabi 02 404 8523 nyit.edu

New York University Abu Dhabi 02 628 4000 nyuad.nyu.edu

Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi Al Reem Island Abu Dhabi 02 509 0555 (general) 02 656 9300/9313 (admissions) sorbonne.ae

Strathclyde University Business School Abu Dhabi Campus 02 404 8546 Dubai Campus 04 208 9281 strath.ae

Zayed University Abu Dhabi 02 445 3300 zu.ac.ae

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American University RAK

Al Hudaibah Ras Al Khaimah 07 2210 500 aurak.ae

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Home Campus USA Type University Number of Students 1810+ Number of Graduates 670+

Overview NYIT is a private institution with a global presence. It currently has in excess of 16,000 students attending its North American, Chinese and Middle Eastern campuses. Its Abu Dhabi branch has been active for five years and there you can choose from undergraduate and graduate degrees in business administration, computer science and graphics and interior design. All classes are conducted in English by New York professors, so fluent English is a must.

Home Campus USA Type University Number of Students 205+ Number of Graduates 65+

Overview NYU Abu Dhabi is a liberal arts and science campus, operated by a major American research university. English is the language of choice, but students can enquire about a select number of alternative literature and language courses. Sport lovers should also check out the athletics facilities and team sports clubs.

Home Campus France Type University Number of Students 900+ Number of Graduates 345+

Overview Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi is a prestigious, international, higher-education institution that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in social science and art, law and economics and business management. Located on Al Reem Island, it offers a world-class diploma, Sorbonne education in Abu Dhabi, with globallyrecognised degrees granted by Paris. A French curriculum is in play. Postgraduates are taught in English and undergraduates in French. An intensive language programme is available for those wishing to become fluent French speakers.

Home Campus Scotland Type University Number of Students 850+ Number of Graduates 380+

Overview This triple-accredited business school (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB) is said to be one of Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading providers of business and management education. It has operated in the UAE for 15 years and offers masters programmes to well-qualified individuals with solid business experience. Expect a UK curriculum and an international student body.

Home Campus UAE Type University Number of Students 554+ Number of Graduates 124+

Overview Zayed University has campuses in Abu Dhabi and Knowledge Village, Dubai, where it teaches UAE nationals and international students alike. Bachelor degrees in arts and sciences, business, communication and media, education and IT are all options, as well as Masters degrees, all of which are taught in English. When it comes to which campus to attend, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth noting that Abu Dhabi South campus is for women only and Abu Dhabi North is for men.

Curriculum US Number of students 400+

Overview The American University of Ras Al Khaimah was established in 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, with a view to providing high-quality American-style education. The accredited programmes offered are: BS in Biotechnology, BS in Business Administration, BS in Electronics and Communications Engineering, BS in Computer Engineering and an English Language programme.

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Universities University of Pune Al Burairat

Curriculum Indian Number of students 350+

Overview Puneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UAE campus is based in Ras Al Khaimah, approximately 80km from Dubai. It offers postgraduate programmes, covering financial engineering, management and science as well as its expanding technology, management and communication sectors. The university attracts an international student base.

Curriculum US Number of students On request

Overview Established in 1990, Skyline moved to its current state-of-the-art campus in the University City of Sharjah in 2006. Spread across 40 acres of land, the campus can accommodate an abundance of academic and extracurricular activities alike. Prospective students can check out the range of under and postgraduate programmes as well as its English Language Centre and short course options â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all of which follow a US curriculum.

Curriculum UAE Number of students 13,500+

Overview Students can undertake studies at diploma, bachelor and masters-level here, and choose from an array of disciplines, including liberal arts and culture, social sciences, Islamic law, dentistry, medicine, and more. Built upon Islamic design, the university is made up of 14 colleges and has theatres, clubs and libraries, and separate residential facilities for male and female students.

Curriculum UAE Number of students 2,500+

Overview This twin-campus institution (there is one in Fujairah and another in Ajman) offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Subjects range from BA in Radio/ TV to Doctor of Dental Surgery (undergraduate), to MBA and Master of Law (postgraduate).

City College University Of Ajman Ajman 06 731 5000 cuca.ae

Curriculum UAE / US Number of students On request

Overview City University College of Ajman (CUCA) is a newly established institution of higher education, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, and under the chairmanship of His Highness Sheikh Rashid Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi. CUCA provides a high-quality learning environment that fosters research and personal growth using a wide range of activities for academic and professional development.

Preston University Ajman

Curriculum UK Number of students 3,100+

Overview Preston University, Ajman, was established in 2001 and offers a large range of both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. The programmes are designed to be flexible, mixing coursework with supervised study and incorporating traditional and innovative teaching techniques.

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Skyline University College

University City of Sharjah Sharjah 06 544 1155 skylineuniversity.com

University of Sharjah Sharjah 06 558 5000 sharjah.ac.ae

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Ajman University of Science and Technology Ajman Campus

346 Ajman 06 748 2222 Fujairah Campus 2202 Fujairah 09 222 2644 ajman.ac.ae

College Street Al Naeymiyah Ajman 06 746 9555 preston.ae

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