Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills vs Nord Anglia International School Dubai

	D Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills Dubai, United Arab Emirates	N Nord Anglia International School Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 44,979 - 79,696	Fees / year AED 69,625 - 105,288
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 2,700	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 12	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The campus is located in the Emirates Hills neighbourhood of Dubai, on First Al Khail Street near the Montgomerie Golf Course. It is accessible by major roads and sits among upscale residential areas. Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills is the longest established IB continuum school in Dubai.	Location Nord Anglia International School Dubai is located in Al Barsha 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in a central area just off Hessa Street, about five minutes from Sheikh Zayed Road, with easy access via E311. The school's Al Barsha address places it in a well‑connected residential and commercial neighbourhood, with on‑site parking available for arrivals.
Stages	Stages The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP, and CP) from KG to Year 13. This includes the full IB pathway for primary through senior years.	Stages NAS Dubai serves students from ages 3 to 18, from Early Years through Sixth Form. The school follows the English National Curriculum in the primary and secondary years, with Sixth Form options including the IB Diploma Programme or A‑Levels (and related pathways such as BTEC). The campus structure aligns with Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, as described in the school's overview.
School type	School type Co-educational, day school.	School type NAS Dubai is a co‑educational, day international school. It operates as a UK/IB‑oriented, private day school within the Nord Anglia Education family, with no boarding facilities publicly indicated.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The student body represents over 90 nationalities; the school states it welcomes students of all nationalities and religions. The largest nationality group is not officially published.	Pupil nationality mix The school represents students from over 90 nationalities. NAS Dubai's own curriculum pages show nationalities numbered in the 90s across school phases (e.g., 91–95), while external reporting has cited enrollments around 2,300–3,000 with more than 90 nationalities and British as the largest group. The most common nationality is British.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning support comprises inclusion provision, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and targeted interventions. The school provides Individual Education Plans (IEPs/ALPs), counselling, and partnerships with specialists such as speech therapists, educational psychologists, and occupational therapists to support students with special needs or gifts and talents.	Additional learning support The school emphasises wellbeing and safeguarding as core to its learning community, with Outstanding ratings in KHDA inspections and ongoing safeguarding initiatives. NAS Dubai offers inclusive education and wellbeing support through structured pastoral care and digital wellbeing tools; recent Nord Anglia/NGO‑level updates describe ongoing safeguarding and wellbeing programs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation. The school accepts students from any nationality and operates as part of Innoventures Education with a diverse international community.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation for NAS Dubai. It is part of Nord Anglia Education and teaches UK‑aligned curriculum components (UK/IB) rather than representing a single country.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation; the school welcomes students of all religions.	Religious affiliation NAS Dubai has no explicit religious affiliation. The school operates as a UK/IB international school within Dubai's private education framework.
School day structure	School day structure School day timings vary by year group. KG1–KG2 run Mon–Thu with a start around 7:00–7:40 and early finish; Fridays are half-days (end around 12:00). Year 1–Year 6 run Mon–Thu from about 7:40–3:00 with a lunch break, and CCAs run after school; Fridays end around 12:00.	School day structure The school day varies by year group but generally starts around 07:30 for Nursery, Reception and Primary, and around 07:45 for Secondary. End times range from about 15:00 to 16:00 depending on year group and activities, with Extended Academic Programs offered after school. Friday schedules follow a tutor/assembly rhythm with after‑school activities continuing where offered.
Bus service details	Bus service details Arab Falcon Bus Rental LLC provides the school's bus service. Buses are GPS-tracked with CCTV on board; seat allocation depends on route availability. For the 2024–2025 academic year, transport fees are around AED 8,200 per year, with a one-way option available at AED 6,150.	Bus service details A school bus service is offered as an optional transport option with additional fees. Details, routes and sign‑up arrangements are handled through the admissions process.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Entrance fees - Entrance test fee (new applicants): AED 525. This is a one-off payment, payable prior to taking the test and prior to admission; the fee is non-refundable but is adjustable against Term 1 fees for the year of admission. Tuition fees — summary by year group (academic year 2025–2026) Note: amounts are shown in UAE Dirhams (AED). Two fee schedules are published: Schedule A for existing students and Schedule B for new students. For each entry below the breakdown is: Annual fee; Annual enrollment / re-enrolment (advance payment) — payable 04 Apr 2025; Term 1 fee — payable 25 Aug 2025; Term 2 fee — payable 05 Jan 2026; Term 3 fee — payable 06 Apr 2026. - KG1 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 44,979; Annual re-enrolment AED 0; Term 1 AED 17,991; Term 2 AED 13,494; Term 3 AED 13,494. - KG2 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 50,726; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,535; Term 1 AED 17,755; Term 2 AED 15,218; Term 3 AED 15,218. - Year 1 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 51,202; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,560; Term 1 AED 17,920; Term 2 AED 15,361; Term 3 AED 15,361. - Year 2 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 57,983; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,900; Term 1 AED 20,293; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 3 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 57,983; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,900; Term 1 AED 20,293; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 4 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 57,983; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,900; Term 1 AED 20,293; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 5 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 57,983; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,900; Term 1 AED 20,293; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 6 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 57,983; Annual re-enrolment AED 2,900; Term 1 AED 20,293; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 7 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 65,224; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,260; Term 1 AED 22,830; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 8 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 65,224; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,260; Term 1 AED 22,830; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 9 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 65,224; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,260; Term 1 AED 22,830; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 10 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 72,482; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,625; Term 1 AED 25,367; Term 2 AED 21,745; Term 3 AED 21,745. - Year 11 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 72,482; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,625; Term 1 AED 25,367; Term 2 AED 21,745; Term 3 AED 21,745. - Year 12 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 79,696; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,985; Term 1 AED 27,893; Term 2 AED 23,909; Term 3 AED 23,909. - Year 13 (Schedule A — existing): Annual AED 79,696; Annual re-enrolment AED 3,985; Term 1 AED 27,893; Term 2 AED 23,909; Term 3 AED 23,909. - KG1 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 44,979; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 4,500; Term 1 AED 13,491; Term 2 AED 13,494; Term 3 AED 13,494. - KG2 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 50,726; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,075; Term 1 AED 15,215; Term 2 AED 15,218; Term 3 AED 15,218. - Year 1 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 51,202; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,120; Term 1 AED 15,360; Term 2 AED 15,361; Term 3 AED 15,361. - Year 2 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 57,983; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,800; Term 1 AED 17,393; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 3 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 57,983; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,800; Term 1 AED 17,393; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 4 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 57,983; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,800; Term 1 AED 17,393; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 5 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 57,983; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,800; Term 1 AED 17,393; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 6 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 57,983; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 5,800; Term 1 AED 17,393; Term 2 AED 17,395; Term 3 AED 17,395. - Year 7 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 65,224; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 6,520; Term 1 AED 19,570; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 8 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 65,224; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 6,520; Term 1 AED 19,570; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 9 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 65,224; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 6,520; Term 1 AED 19,570; Term 2 AED 19,567; Term 3 AED 19,567. - Year 10 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 72,482; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 7,250; Term 1 AED 21,742; Term 2 AED 21,745; Term 3 AED 21,745. - Year 11 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 72,482; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 7,250; Term 1 AED 21,742; Term 2 AED 21,745; Term 3 AED 21,745. - Year 12 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 79,696; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 7,970; Term 1 AED 23,908; Term 2 AED 23,909; Term 3 AED 23,909. - Year 13 (Schedule B — new students): Annual AED 79,696; Annual enrolment (advance) AED 7,970; Term 1 AED 23,908; Term 2 AED 23,909; Term 3 AED 23,909. Billing schedule and payment terms - Published payment dates for the 2025–2026 fee schedule are: Annual re‑enrolment / advance payment due 04 Apr 2025; Term 1 due 25 Aug 2025; Term 2 due 05 Jan 2026; Term 3 due 06 Apr 2026. Term and advance payment amounts are shown in the Schedule A (existing) and Schedule B (new) breakdowns above. - Post‑dated cheques are accepted for Term 2 and Term 3 fee payments. Boarding fees - Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees because the school does not provide boarding. Other costs and additional charges - A non-exhaustive list of additional costs charged separately includes: stationery; educational and field trips (costs invoiced case-by-case); voluntary excursions or sports tournaments with incurred costs; school uniforms and team kits; external examination fees; meals; transportation; and other activities for which costs accrue to the school. Some items may be provided by independent suppliers and will be subject to those suppliers' own terms and refund policies. - English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision, when required by the school, carries an annual charge of AED 4,500; this fee is payable when EAL provision starts and is non-refundable. - Sibling discount: 0% generally; a 10% discount applies for the fourth child onwards. Refund information - Entrance test fee (AED 525), the annual enrolment / advance payment for new students (10% of annual fees as shown in Schedule B), and the EAL annual charge (AED 4,500) are specified as non-refundable. Some other items purchased from independent suppliers are subject to those suppliers' refund terms. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment methods include: online payment via the school's payment portal (login with student ID and date of birth); bank transfer; cheque (made payable to Dubai International Academy with student ID, name and grade on the back, and hand-delivered to the Accounts Office if required); credit card payments at the school premises; and cash (with a signed, stamped receipt to be taken). Parents sending bank transfers should include the child's ID, name and school name in the transfer and send a copy of the remittance/transfer advice or SWIFT message to accounts@diadubai.com to enable timely update of records. Post‑dated cheques for Term 2 and Term 3 are accepted. - Bank transfer details provided for payments are: Account Name: Dubai International Academy; Account No.: 010493150923; IBAN: AE860330000010493150923; SWIFT: BOMLAEAD; Bank: Mashreq Bank; Branch: Riqa, Dubai, UAE. Notes and miscellaneous - All textbook lists for secondary students are published for the academic year and textbooks may be purchased from the school at cost price; parents may alternatively buy textbooks independently but it remains mandatory that students own the required books specified by the school. Some extra‑curricular activities and trips will carry separate charges notified when applicable.	Fee details Application and registration fees - Application fee (per child, non-refundable): AED 525 (inclusive of 5% VAT). - One-off registration / admission deposit to accept an offered place (new students): AED 5,000 (charged as an admission deposit and deducted from the total tuition for that academic year; non-transferable and non-refundable except in exceptional circumstances described by the school). - Re‑registration deposit for existing students: 5% of the school's tuition fees as a re‑registration deposit to confirm return for the new academic year; this deposit is non‑refundable and will be deducted from the total tuition for that academic year. Tuition fees by year group (2025–26 academic year, amounts in AED) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) - Annual fee: AED 69,625. Term 1: AED 27,851; Term 2: AED 20,887; Term 3: AED 20,887. - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) - Annual fee: AED 69,625. Term 1: AED 27,851; Term 2: AED 20,887; Term 3: AED 20,887. - Year 1 - Annual fee: AED 81,228. Term 1: AED 32,492; Term 2: AED 24,368; Term 3: AED 24,368. - Year 2 - Annual fee: AED 81,228. Term 1: AED 32,492; Term 2: AED 24,368; Term 3: AED 24,368. - Year 3 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 4 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 5 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 6 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 7 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 8 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 9 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 10 - Annual fee: AED 99,794. Term 1: AED 39,918; Term 2: AED 29,938; Term 3: AED 29,938. - Year 11 - Annual fee: AED 99,794. Term 1: AED 39,918; Term 2: AED 29,938; Term 3: AED 29,938. - Year 12 - Annual fee: AED 105,288. Term 1: AED 42,116; Term 2: AED 31,586; Term 3: AED 31,586. - Year 13 - Annual fee: AED 105,288. Term 1: AED 42,116; Term 2: AED 31,586; Term 3: AED 31,586. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are presented on a termly basis (Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3). The school issues tuition invoices according to the academic terms and the termly figures above are the standard term invoices. - An annual payment option is available; paying the full year in one payment qualifies for a 3% discount where the full annual tuition is paid in full prior to Monday 18 August 2025 (deadline as stated for the 2025–26 academic year). - New‑student admission deposit (AED 5,000) is deducted from the total tuition for the academic year in which admission is being sought and is non‑refundable and valid only for that academic year. Existing students pay a 5% re‑registration deposit which is deducted from the total tuition for the returning academic year. - For the purposes of refunds and pro‑rations, the value of the fee per month is calculated by dividing the total tuition fee by ten. Specific deduction rules apply depending on the length of attendance in a term (for example: attendance of two weeks or less leads to deduction of one month's fee; attendance between two weeks and one month leads to two months' fees being deducted; attendance beyond one month leads to a full term's fee being deducted). Charges for books and uniforms are not refundable; the same refund rules apply to transportation fees provided by the school. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable: Nord Anglia International School Dubai operates as a day school (no boarding provision). Other costs and optional charges - Optional additional costs are charged separately and typically include school transport, school uniforms, enrichment / after‑school activities, examination fees (IGCSE/A‑Level/IB where applicable), trips (local and international), music tuition and other optional programme costs. Amounts vary by service and student. - Transport is charged as an optional service and third‑party summaries report typical transport ranges around 6,000– AED 12,000 per year depending on route and service. Uniform costs, enrichment and activity fees vary by item and programme; third‑party summaries and local retail sources indicate uniform items and occasional kit purchases are additional (examples: individual uniform items and optional specialist jackets). Refund information (summary) - Deposits (application deposit and registration/admission deposit or re‑registration deposit) are treated as non‑refundable in normal circumstances. The school may refund deposits only under special circumstances (for example, documented family relocation) and such cases may be submitted to the relevant regulatory authority for review. Refunds of tuition after a student has started are calculated according to the attendance-based deduction scale described above. Charges for books and uniforms are not refundable. Fee payment options - Tuition payments are processed through the school's payments system. The NAS Dubai parent app supports tuition payments and is used for payment handling, lunch pre‑orders and activity sign‑ups; the school's published information indicates electronic payment processing through that system. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, bank transfer or card) are handled through the school's payment platform and local payment arrangements.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements DIA Emirates Hills operates as a day school with no boarding provision. Students attend on-site during the day and return home after lessons.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement DIA Emirates Hills uses a designed school uniform for all students. The uniform is supplied by ZAKS Uniform Store, Al Barsha, and items can be viewed/bought online with free home delivery via ZAKS. All uniform items must be clearly labelled.	Uniform requirement The NAS Dubai uniform is available through Zak's Uniform shop in Dubai Motor City. Some items on the compulsory list are not available at Zak's and must be purchased through the NAS Dubai school shop. A full uniform list and price information are provided as downloadable documents.
Food options	Food options Kalo Hospitality is the on-site catering provider. Cafeterias offer breakfast options (including a live egg station) and smoothies, bakery items, fresh salads and sandwiches, and a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian lunches. Primary students can order pre-packaged meal boxes delivered to classrooms; meals are managed via a mobile app.	Food options The NAS Dubai campus houses the Lunchbox Canteen and Terrace Café, where meals are prepared on site and a hydroponic farming space supports food education. Lunchbox provides meals daily, and a weekly lunch menu is available in the NAS Dubai app with pre-ordering.
House system	House system —	House system Pupils are allocated to one of four houses: Falcons, Leopards, Scorpions, and Vipers. The house system encourages cross-year collaboration, and students participate in inter-house competitions throughout the year.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership DIA Emirates Hills is governed by a Board of Directors and an Advisory Council. The Board includes the owners and an independent member and oversees strategy, policies, leadership appointments, and financial stability. The Advisory Council comprises parents, Innoventures Education management, and a Board Director, meeting several times a year to guide development. The school is part of Innoventures Education, led by the CEO, Poonam Bhojani.	Governance and ownership NAS Dubai is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools. Governance and oversight are provided by Nord Anglia Education as the owner and operator of NAS Dubai, which is described as part of the Nord Anglia Education family.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11–16, the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18/19, and the Career-related Programme (CP). In the Diploma Programme, Year 12–13 students may pursue the IB Diploma or IB Courses; the Diploma requires six subjects (one from each Group 1–6), with three HL and three SL, plus the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS. The MYP (Years 7–11) supports inquiry-based learning and includes a Year 11 Personal Project and a Year 9 Community Project, with a focus on intercultural awareness and service. The PYP (ages 3–12) centers on six transdisciplinary themes and six subject areas, providing a coherent frame that leads into the MYP. Arabic is compulsory KG1–Year 9 with Arabic A for native speakers and Arabic B for non-natives; Modern Foreign Languages (French or Spanish) are offered from primary Year 3 and again in secondary from Year 7, with a Mother Tongue program for multiple languages. English is the language of instruction for most subjects, with English Language and Literature available at HL/SL in DP, and additional language options including Arabic, French and Spanish, plus a Mother Tongue program.	Curriculum details NAS Dubai follows an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from Early Years through Year 11, with IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. In Early Years, learning is organized around the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with play-based, enquiry-led activities across seven areas of learning. From Year 1 to Year 11, the curriculum is English-medium and prepares pupils for IGCSE assessments. In the Sixth Form (Years 12–13), NAS Dubai offers two pathways: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or A-Levels, with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) available for A-Level students. The IB Diploma Programme comprises six subject groups (three HL and three SL) plus Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. NAS Dubai also provides BTEC pathways as part of its broader curriculum, and a Languages Programme offering French, German, Mandarin and Spanish across the school.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning DIA Emirates Hills supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Learning Support Program, which includes emotional support and school counselling delivered by a team of dedicated specialists, counsellors and advisors who monitor student progress. The program develops individual life plans for identified students, addressing four areas: inside the classroom, after-school activities, clubs/teams/events, and external activities, with plans created and regularly reviewed with input from students, parents, teachers and counsellors. There is a strong emphasis on differentiation in the classroom to meet diverse needs and on providing an inclusive learning environment. The Inclusion provisions purposefully support Students of Determination and Gifted and Talented learners alongside general education. Mentoring for At-Risk students and college counselling are integrated to support wellbeing and future pathways.	Social & emotional learning NAS Dubai treats wellbeing as a daily practice rather than a one-off activity. Wellbeing is embedded in everyday school life, with daily check-ins and a focus on emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills. Topics such as managing stress, digital wellbeing, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are explored age-appropriately across year groups. Student voice is central to shaping wellbeing programmes, with roles like Wellbeing Champions, Thrive Mental Health Champions, and Peer Listeners contributing to Flourishing Fridays. The YouHQ platform supports early identification of wellbeing needs and staff follow a 3-Go-To People approach for discreet guidance and intervention, with a planned bespoke Being Me wellbeing curriculum for Primary next year.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) In DIA Emirates Hills, inclusion is supported by a holistic Inclusion framework that provides appropriate provision, resources and curricular options for identified students. Students receive Individual Education Plans (IEP) or Advanced Learning Plans (ALP) with targeted strategies, and progress is tracked through regular meetings with teachers and administration, as well as informal assessments and intervention classes delivered by qualified specialists. There are exam access arrangements and partnerships with external specialists such as speech therapists, educational psychologists and occupational therapists to support assessment and provision. The SENDCo roles (Kindergarten & Primary SENDCo and Secondary School SENDCo) coordinate and guide teachers, parents and external professionals, with support from the ALPHA coordinators for Gifted and Talented learners. The Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework 2017 informs inclusion practice and KHDA guidance on inclusion is cited in the school's materials.	Special educational needs (SEN) Inclusive Education at NAS Dubai is delivered through a comprehensive Pastoral and Inclusion Team of experienced and specialist staff. The school provides differentiated and personalised curriculum access to all students, including those described as of determination, with provision available throughout a student's time at school. The Inclusion Policy lists four SEND areas: physical and sensory impairment; cognition and learning; communication and interaction; and social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Support measures include 1:1 LSAs, staff mentors, peer mentoring, intervention sessions, differentiated curriculum, and access to resources and external professionals; progress is regularly monitored with testing and parent briefings. Specialist external services used when needed include Educational Psychologists, CAMHS, counselling partnerships, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, ABA therapists, and Physiotherapists. NAS Dubai is not a specialist SEN institution; it offers inclusive education with a dedicated Inclusion Team.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language (EAL) support starts in Year 1 for non-English speakers and continues in the Secondary School from Year 7 to Year 11. EAL teaching staff work with small composite groups in designated EAL classrooms or join homeroom classes to support learners, depending on needs. The programme aims to strengthen fluency in English for school and wider community use, with focus on expanding vocabulary, oral and written skills, listening and comprehension, and building confidence. The EAL provision is designed to enable students to progress toward full engagement with the Language A Programme after about a year in many cases. EAL is closely linked with mainstream programmes to support academic progress, identity, and self-worth.	English as an additional language The Inclusive Education page does not describe EAL as a separate, named provision; it emphasizes inclusive education and a Pastoral and Inclusion Team. The four SEND categories listed do not include EAL, and there is no explicit EAL section on NAS Dubai's inclusion policy. The Languages Programme focuses on world languages (French, German, Mandarin, Spanish) and does not specify EAL support. Publicly disclosed information on EAL-specific support is not provided on NAS Dubai's inclusion pages. The school does publicly describe inclusive practices and additional language development in other contexts, but does not detail a dedicated EAL program.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through emotional support and school counselling as part of the DIA Emirates Hills Learning Support Program. A holistic approach underpins wellbeing, with the Inclusion Team aiming to ensure access to high-quality education for every student and to foster personal growth, confidence and happiness. Wellbeing support is delivered by the same multidisciplinary team that monitors student progress and coordinates targeted interventions. The program emphasizes inclusivity and differentiated support to nurture resilience and social-emotional development for Students of Determination and Gifted and Talented learners. This framework aligns wellbeing with academic progress and broader development goals.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is treated as a core, ongoing aspect of school life, with wellbeing described as a daily practice and not a standalone topic. Age-appropriate topics around stress management, digital wellbeing, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are embedded across year groups, coupled with daily wellbeing check-ins. Student voice informs wellbeing initiatives through structures such as Wellbeing Champions, Thrive Mental Health Champions, and Peer Listeners, and students co-lead Flourishing Fridays. Movement and physical activity are linked to mental health, supporting resilience and cognitive performance. A bespoke Being Me wellbeing curriculum is planned for Primary to further develop emotional regulation and social skills as students progress into Secondary.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The DIA Emirates Hills page for Student Support does not publicly disclose safeguarding or child-protection policies. Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework 2017 provides the regulatory context for inclusive practice in Dubai, and KHDA guidance informs inclusion practices in the emirate, but specific school-level safeguarding procedures are not described on the page. If safeguarding details are required, inquiries should be directed to the school's inclusion or admissions contacts. The Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework and KHDA resources offer broader context for safeguarding-related considerations in Dubai's private schools.	Safeguarding Safeguarding at NAS Dubai is described as a culture, not just a policy, with a dedicated safeguarding lead and a highly trained safeguarding team. Ongoing staff training and workshops ensure safeguarding knowledge remains current, and there is a strong emphasis on student voice and parental engagement to support safety and wellbeing at home and school. Safeguarding is embedded in daily school life, with open communication and a shared responsibility among students, staff, parents, and leadership. The school highlights plans to expand student-led safeguarding initiatives and digital safety measures, and to strengthen community partnerships for safeguarding support.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills is an international private school in Emirates Hills, Dubai for Boys & Girls aged 3–18. The campus spans 482,000 square feet. It includes a networked library and specialist rooms for music, design & technology, art, dance, drama, and language learning, plus a music and movement room for kindergarten. It features fully equipped science labs, computer labs, and design technology labs, along with outdoor learning spaces. Four climate-controlled multipurpose halls support sports and other activities, along with three swimming pools, a fully grassed outdoor playing field with shaded play areas, and shaded outdoor basketball and tennis courts.	Facilities overview The school provides a modern, well‑equipped learning environment with integrated Primary and Secondary teaching spaces that promote interactive collaboration across ages and cultures. There is a dedicated Early Learning area and world‑class facilities across the campus, including close to 20 science labs, dance studios and music practice rooms. The campus features a hydroponic farming space, a 524‑seat auditorium, a recording studio and a Makerspace, plus a Lunchbox Canteen with Terrace Café. Technology is embedded throughout the curriculum with iPads for younger students, a BYOD programme from Year 3 and tools such as interactive whiteboards, 3D printers and drones. Wellbeing spaces and communal areas include the Wellbeing Terrace Space the Jungle and a Sixth Form Centre.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus includes four climate-controlled multipurpose halls for sports and other activities. It has three swimming pools and a fully grassed outdoor playing field with shaded play areas and shaded outdoor basketball and tennis courts. The outdoor spaces support a range of physical education and team sports. These facilities support a broad range of athletic programs as part of co-curricular activities.	Sports facilities Two competition level 25m pools and two learner pools support swimming for all ages. Two indoor sports halls with basketball courts and specialist gymnastic flooring, plus two full sized outdoor pitches, multi‑purpose courts and tennis courts enable a wide range of sports. The facilities host inter‑house tournaments and matches against teams from across Dubai, supporting sports from football and rugby to tennis, netball, cricket and rounders.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills is an IB World School offering PYP (Years 1–6), MYP (Years 7–11), DP (Years 12–13) and IBCP (Years 12–13). It follows an inquiry-based, holistic, international curriculum with a broad, balanced, conceptual, and connected approach. The campus includes a networked library and specialist rooms for music, design & technology, art, dance, drama, and language learning, plus a dedicated music and movement room for kindergarten. It provides fully equipped science labs, computer labs, and design technology labs to support science and technology education. Arabic is compulsory for KG1–Year 9; from Year 3, primary students study French or Spanish; from Year 7, secondary students study either French or Spanish. A Mother Tongue Programme offers 2–3 hours per week of language instruction for native speakers of multiple languages; this is provided as an extra paid activity with classes for languages including Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Swedish and Mandarin. The school also offers a Future Skills Programme and a Career Counselling service.	Academic facilities World‑class learning facilities include spacious classrooms, close to 20 science labs, a dedicated Early Learning area, and dance studios and music practice rooms. The Juilliard‑informed curriculum is used for dance and music. Technology is infused from the start with iPads for Early Years to Year 2 and a BYOD programme from Year 3. Spheros, 3D printers and drones are among the tech tools used in learning. The NAE Global Campus connects NAS Dubai with Nord Anglia peers through an online learning platform.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills offers a variety of Co-Curricular Activities for students, including art, reading club, musical instruments, drama, organized sport activities, karate, computer courses, science clubs, photography and more, in a supervised setting. A Future Skills Programme and Career Counselling are available. The element of co-curricular activities is complemented by language and pastoral support programs.	Extra curricular facilities Beyond The Classroom includes collaborations, a languages programme, an enrichment programme and the NAS Music Academy. Cross‑phase learning and practical projects such as the Formula 1 project with Yas Marina Circuit and the Year 10 Young Innovator Programme provide hands‑on experiences. From Year 6, students participate in global trips to Cambodia, Japan, the US, Oman, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand and Nepal, and in the UNICEF Global Challenge. The social purpose includes local charity involvement with Dubai Cares, Al Jalila Breast Cancer Awareness, the Red Crescent and The Little Wings Foundation. A Chatter Box Café provides a meeting platform for parents, and a house system (Falcons, Scorpions, Vipers and Leopards) fosters community.} code男人天堂> Wait, I included citations at end of entire string? I appended a single citation after entire fields string. The web.run's instruction says after statements; But in JSON, I can't place per sentence citations easily; It's better to add after the entire field value? The result shows both turn1view0 and turn0view0 as sources; But the last token
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Dubai International Academy, Emirates Hills (DIA EH) was established in September 2005 as the original DIA campus in the Emirates Hills area, created to offer the full International Baccalaureate continuum. It was the first school in the UAE to be authorised by the IB to offer PYP, MYP, DP and CP, making it a pioneer of the IB continuum in the country. The school is operated by Innoventures Education, and has grown to host more than 2,000 students from over 77 nationalities. DIA EH holds regular accreditation with the Council of International Schools (CIS) and NEASC, and has Green Flag status from Eco-Schools UAE, underscoring its commitment to quality and sustainability. As the flagship DIA campus, the Emirates Hills site has informed the brand's expansion, including the 2018 opening of Dubai International Academy, Al Barsha, and ongoing growth into new DIA campuses such as Dubai International Academy, Town Square, planned to open in August 2026.	History NAS Dubai opened its doors to founding families and students in September 2014. It began with around 500 students across the early years. The school is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global private education group that operates premium international schools. Since opening, NAS Dubai has grown to educate more than 3,100 students and has achieved strong examination outcomes, including a 100% pass rate in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in recent years.
Community	Community DIA Emirates Hills serves a diverse community of more than 2,000 students from over 77 nationalities. The school hosts the Dubai International Academy Model United Nations (DIAMUN), a THIMUN-affiliated conference that is among the region's largest, attracting delegates from multiple schools and countries. The Eco Club leads long-running environmental campaigns and has been involved in COP28-related model events and other initiatives recognized in national media for environmental action. Family and community events, including the Winter Souk and International Evening, are organized with active parent participation through PADIA.	Community NAS Dubai serves a diverse community with students from more than 90 nationalities. The school promotes community through a house system (Falcons, Scorpions, Vipers, Leopards) and structured parent involvement including the Chatter Box Café and a parent-led class representative system. Local and global experiences include Dubai excursions to Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Oman, as well as access to performing arts experiences via Dubai Opera and Nord Anglia-hosted festivals and STEAM challenges. Students engage in international collaborations via the NAE Global Campus and UNICEF/SDG initiatives as part of the school's social purpose.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association PADIA, the DIA Emirates Hills Parents Association, is a formal body of DIA parents with a core group of volunteers and elected leaders who plan events and initiatives for students, parents and staff. PADIA has a constitution and an on-site office, and its members meet with school leadership; meetings typically occur at least twice a week to coordinate activities. The association runs events such as parent coffees with guest speakers, the Winter Souk, International Evening, movie nights, and bake sales, and coordinates fundraising activities as well as a pre-loved uniform and textbook shop. PADIA also runs a welcoming programme for new families and maintains open communication channels with school leadership through parent representatives.	Parent teacher association NAS Dubai does not publish a standalone PTA in its public materials; parent involvement is organized through a structured volunteer framework. A key component is the Chatter Box Café, a volunteer-run meeting space that helps parents connect with each other and with the school. A parent volunteer-led class representative system works with the Senior Leadership Team to support families and ease transitions for new joiners. Regular town hall meetings with the Senior Leadership Team provide a forum for parent input on priorities, policies, and events. These channels enable parents to contribute to school life through volunteering, feedback, and liaison roles that complement formal governance.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Dubai International Academy Emirates Hills offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP, CP) from KG1 to Year 13. Learning emphasizes inquiry-based, holistic and internationally minded approaches within a broad, connected curriculum. DP outcomes are strong, with a 100% DP pass rate and outstanding results.	Academic & intellectual NAS Dubai teaches an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from Early Years to Year 11, with IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. In Years 12 and 13, students study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or A-Levels. The Sixth Form is supported by university guidance counsellors who assist with university applications.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The campus provides spaces for music, design & technology, art, dance and drama, and language learning. Co-curricular activities include art, reading club, musical instruments, drama, organised sport activities, karate, computer courses, science clubs and photography. A dedicated music and movement room with sprung floors supports kindergarten learning, and the arts are integrated into the broader campus facilities.	Arts & creative The performing arts curriculum is Juilliard-informed. The campus includes dance studios and music practice rooms. A 524-seat auditorium, recording studio and Makerspace support creative work across both Primary and Secondary.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Arabic is compulsory for all students in KG1 to Year 9, with Arabic A for Arab nationals and Arabic B for non-Arab nationals. From Year 3, Primary students have the option of French or Spanish as part of the Modern Foreign Languages programme, with 120 minutes of instruction per week. In Secondary from Year 7, both French and Spanish are offered and students choose. Mother tongue programmes include Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish, with targeted weekly hours.	Cultural & language Primary students study Arabic and a second world language. The second language options are French, German, Mandarin or Spanish. Languages are taught by specialist teachers.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies A broad range of co-curricular activities supports social engagement and hobbies, including art, reading clubs, musical instruments, drama, organized sports, karate, computer courses, science clubs and photography. The campus facilities support varied activities with climate-controlled spaces and outdoor play areas. Nearly all sports have strong participation, with many teams competing at Division 1 level.	Social & hobbies NAS Dubai offers more than 100 enrichment activities and clubs.
Community & service	Community & service GIVE, Innoventures Education's philanthropic initiative, mobilises students, staff and families to support education and access to clean water, with significant fundraising and on-the-ground projects. GIVE has sponsored libraries and schools in multiple countries and has raised over AED 3 million to date. The DIA community participates in activities such as packing stationery kits for under-resourced UAE students and other charitable projects.	Community & service The Year 10 Young Innovator Programme invites students to pitch ideas to tackle social problems. A Formula 1 project is run in collaboration with Yas Marina Circuit.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development is a key focus, with opportunities through Model United Nations, The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Eco Club, Water for Life Club, DI@TECH, Debating, Science, Robotics, Business Minds and more. The school emphasises university preparation, including dedicated career counselling from age 14 and a track record of university placements at institutions worldwide. The Enquiry Form highlights a full IB offering and extensive language and leadership pathways to support student trajectories.	Leadership & professional In Sixth Form NAS Dubai offers the IB Diploma Programme and A-Levels. University guidance counsellors support students with university applications.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care and wellbeing are central to the DIA experience, with a Learning Support programme designed to help every student succeed in and outside the classroom. The community emphasises social, emotional and physical wellbeing as part of daily life and learning. Campus facilities — including four multipurpose halls, three swimming pools and shaded outdoor play spaces — support active and healthy living.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing spaces include The Jungle, NAS Dubai's dedicated wellbeing space. The campus features two 25m competition pools, two learner pools, indoor sports halls, outdoor pitches and tennis courts. It also has a 524-seat auditorium.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Arabic is compulsory for KG1 to Year 9. From Year 3 onwards in primary, students may study French or Spanish, with 120 minutes of MFL instruction per week. In secondary, both languages are offered from Year 7. A Mother Tongue program provides 2-3 hours per week of language instruction in Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Swedish and Mandarin, scheduled within the timetable and taught by native-speaking teachers; the language of instruction is English.	Language provision NAS Dubai teaches an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from the Early Years through to IGCSEs, with Sixth Form offering either the IB Diploma Programme or A-Levels. From Nursery through Year 13, all students study at least one world language: French, German, Mandarin or Spanish. Non-Arab passport holders have Arabic classes until the end of Year 10; Arab passport holders study Arabic until the end of Year 12; IB Diploma students can also choose Arabic or their mother tongue as Language A. The NAS World Languages Programme includes Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions 1. Make an enquiry: The admissions process begins by submitting an online enquiry form, sending an email, or calling the admissions staff. This initial contact allows parents to discuss their family's specific needs and provide basic background information about their child. The team uses this step to establish direct communication and explain the timeline for expected entry. 2. Visit us: Parents are prompted to schedule a virtual tour and a discovery meeting based on their availability. During this session, the admissions staff outlines the daily routines and structural setup of the school. This serves as a dedicated time for parents to ask specific questions about how the school aligns with their child's educational requirements. 3. Make your application: To formally apply, families must submit an online application form alongside the required supporting documents, such as previous school reports and identification. At this stage, a non-refundable application fee of AED 525 is collected to process the file. Following submission, parents are also invited to schedule an in-person campus tour to view the physical classrooms and facilities. 4. Assessment and offer: The school will arrange a time for the student to complete an online admissions assessment, or provide video evidence for younger students. Results from this assessment are typically communicated within one week, giving parents a few days to make their decision. Upon receiving an offer, parents secure their child's place by accepting the enrolment terms and paying an enrolment fee of AED 5,000.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Nord Anglia International School Dubai operates a rolling waiting list system for year groups that are currently at full capacity. If a student successfully passes the required admissions assessment but a seat is not immediately available, they are moved onto this waitlist. Applications remain on the list continuously until a place opens up, meaning parents do not need to submit a new application or pay additional assessment fees for the following term while waiting for an available spot.
	View full profile →	View full profile →