MSB Private School - Primary vs The Apple International Community School

	M MSB Private School - Primary Dubai, United Arab Emirates	T The Apple International Community School Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 11,816 - 27,681	Fees / year AED 15,850 - 20,955
Age range	Age range 3 - 17 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 850	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2004	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location MSB Private School operates from two campuses in the Al Nahda area of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Junior Campus is located in Al Nahda (P.O. Box: 94550). The Secondary Campus is just 100 meters away in Al Nahda 2 (address 79RG+76P).	Location 29A Street, Behind Karama Centre Near Karama Park, Al Karama Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school is located in the Al Karama district of Dubai. Contact: +971 4 379 7732; info@applecommunityschool.ae.
Stages	Stages Junior Campus – Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1. Secondary Campus – secondary education.	Stages FS1 to Year 11
School type	School type Private day school offering a K-12 program; part of a global MSB network; affiliations with ICSE or IGCSE boards depending on location.	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Inclusion is practiced across the school. MSB welcomes students with diverse learning needs, including those with special educational needs; an Inclusion Team provides Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and tailored support within the regular curriculum; collaboration with therapists and Learning Support Assistants is available.	Additional learning support Inclusion policy and provisions led by the inclusion team support diverse learning needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Arab Emirates	Country affiliation United Arab Emirates
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, with a Friday prayer break from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM; Saturday sessions run 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Bus service details	Bus service details Transport is available to several areas with annual fees by sector: Dubai 5,000; Al Nahda Dubai 3,000; Al Warqa 5,000; Al Nahda Sharjah 5,000; Sharjah 5,500; Ajman 6,000. Transport requests can be sent to transport@msbdubai.com.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - Application fee: Up to AED 500 may be charged to process a new student application; this fee is not deductible from tuition and is refundable only if the school does not offer a place. - Registration (enrolment) deposit: For new students a registration deposit may be charged of up to 10% of the annual tuition; this deposit is payable after an offer is accepted and is deductible from the first term's tuition. Re-registration (returning students) deposits may be requested up to 5% of annual tuition or AED 500 (whichever is higher). Tuition fees by Year Group (A.Y. 2025–26, AED per year) - FS1: AED 11,816. - FS2: AED 11,816. - Year 1: AED 12,603. - Year 2: AED 12,603. - Year 3: AED 12,603. - Year 4: AED 12,603. - Year 5: AED 12,603. - Year 6: AED 12,603. - Year 7: AED 13,396. - Year 8: AED 13,396. - Year 9: AED 13,396. - Year 10: AED 13,396. - Year 11: AED 13,396. - Year 12: AED 23,990. - Year 13: AED 27,681. Per-term and instalment breakdown (standard KHDA payment options; per-term numbers shown as calculated examples) - Permitted billing schedules: Annual tuition may be collected in three instalments at the start of each term (first instalment not to exceed 40% of the annual tuition; second and third not more than 30% each), or as 10 equal monthly instalments (annual tuition ÷ 10). These payment schedules are KHDA/parent-school contract provisions used for billing arrangements. - Example per-term amounts using the standard 3-term split (40% / 30% / 30%). These per-term amounts are calculated from the published annual tuition figures and are shown in AED as illustrative instalment values (the school may apply a specific instalment schedule within the permitted KHDA limits). (This per-term breakdown is an inferred calculation based on the KHDA/contract instalment percentages and the published annual tuition figures.) - FS1 / FS2 (AED 11,816): Term 1 = AED 4,726.40; Term 2 = AED 3,544.80; Term 3 = AED 3,544.80. - Years 1–6 (AED 12,603): Term 1 = AED 5,041.20; Term 2 = AED 3,780.90; Term 3 = AED 3,780.90. - Years 7–11 (AED 13,396): Term 1 = AED 5,358.40; Term 2 = AED 4,018.80; Term 3 = AED 4,018.80. - Year 12 (AED 23,990): Term 1 = AED 9,596.00; Term 2 = AED 7,197.00; Term 3 = AED 7,197.00. - Year 13 (AED 27,681): Term 1 = AED 11,072.40; Term 2 = AED 8,304.30; Term 3 = AED 8,304.30. - Example monthly instalments (10 equal monthly payments = annual tuition ÷ 10): - FS1 / FS2: AED 1,181.60 per month. - Years 1–6: AED 1,260.30 per month. - Years 7–11: AED 1,339.60 per month. - Year 12: AED 2,399.00 per month. - Year 13: AED 2,768.10 per month. Transport (school bus) fees (annual) - Dubai sector: AED 5,000 per year. - Al Nahda (Dubai) sector: AED 3,000 per year. - Al Warqa sector: AED 5,000 per year. - Al Nahda (Sharjah) sector: AED 5,000 per year. - Sharjah sector: AED 5,500 per year. - Ajman sector: AED 6,000 per year. Other mandatory or likely additional costs - Uniforms: School uniform is compulsory and may be purchased from the school's uniform store; itemised uniform prices are not published on the public uniform information page. - International/examination fees: Board/examination fees (IGCSE/A-level/BTEC) are charged on a cost-recovery basis and appear as additional mandatory items on the school's contract; parents pay examination fees as required. - Other mandatory items (for example book fees, activity fees, exam charges): These can be listed in the Parent–School Contract as mandatory items with specified due dates and may be added to instalment schedules when applicable. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for MSB Private School (no boarding facility is listed on the school's public information or in the Parent–School Contract). Refunds and withdrawal (summary of contract provisions) - Registration/re-registration deposits are generally non-refundable except in extenuating circumstances such as family relocation; such exceptions may be submitted for KHDA review. - Tuition paid prior to the start of the academic year is refundable minus the registration/re-registration deposit. - If a student attended for two weeks or less, one month's fees will be deducted; if attendance was between two weeks and one month, two months' fees will be deducted; if enrolled for more than a month, a full term's fees will be deducted when calculating refunds. Refunds are calculated from the start of the term to the official withdrawal request date. Billing schedule, payment terms and consequences for non-payment - Permitted billing schedules: three instalments at the start of each term (first instalment up to 40% of annual tuition; second and third up to 30% each) or 10 equal monthly instalments (annual tuition ÷ 10). Schools may add mandatory fees/exam charges to instalment schedules. - Consequences of non-payment: When fees are not paid the school may suspend students from learning for up to three days per term (excluding exam days), withhold reports, refuse re-enrolment, and withhold the transfer certificate until fees are settled, as provided in the Parent–School Contract. Fee payment options and practical note - The school's public pages and the Parent–School Contract do not publish a specific list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, credit-card acceptance, or in-person card payments are not listed on the public contact, fees or contract pages). For account-specific payment methods and the school's accounts office instructions, contact the school's accounts or admissions office directly. Summary of what is published and outstanding items - Published and actionable: Annual tuition for each year group (A.Y. 2025–26), transport annual fees, uniform policy (store purchase), and the Parent–School Contract rules on application fees, registration deposits, permitted instalment schedules, refund calculation rules, and examination fee treatment. - Not published / not available in public documents: A school-specific stated application fee amount (the contract gives the KHDA maximum of AED 500 but the school's own exact application charge is not listed), itemised uniform prices, explicit bank account or payment portal details and the school's preferred accepted payment methods, and any school-specific prepayment amounts or exact due dates for instalments. These items are not listed in the publicly available admissions/fees pages or the published Parent–School Contract.	Fee details Application and registration fees - Application fee (new students): AED 500 + VAT. - Registration deposit (seat confirmation) for new students: 10% of the annual tuition fee. This deposit is deductible from the tuition fee but is subject to the school's refund conditions (see Refund information). The registration deposit must be paid within seven days of the offer. - Re-registration / re-enrolment deposit for existing students: AED 500 (deductible from first term fees). Annual tuition fees and term breakdown (Academic Year 2026–27) Tuition is shown as the discounted annual fee (total payable in normal circumstances) and the three-term instalment amounts (Term 1 = 40%, Term 2 = 30%, Term 3 = 30%). All amounts are in AED. - FS1 — Annual tuition: AED 15,850. Term 1: AED 6,340; Term 2: AED 4,755; Term 3: AED 4,755. - FS2 — Annual tuition: AED 15,850. Term 1: AED 6,340; Term 2: AED 4,755; Term 3: AED 4,755. - Year 1 — Annual tuition: AED 16,980. Term 1: AED 6,792; Term 2: AED 5,094; Term 3: AED 5,094. - Year 2 — Annual tuition: AED 16,980. Term 1: AED 6,792; Term 2: AED 5,094; Term 3: AED 5,094. - Year 3 — Annual tuition: AED 17,980. Term 1: AED 7,192; Term 2: AED 5,394; Term 3: AED 5,394. - Year 4 — Annual tuition: AED 17,980. Term 1: AED 7,192; Term 2: AED 5,394; Term 3: AED 5,394. - Year 5 — Annual tuition: AED 18,500. Term 1: AED 7,400; Term 2: AED 5,550; Term 3: AED 5,550. - Year 6 — Annual tuition: AED 18,500. Term 1: AED 7,400; Term 2: AED 5,550; Term 3: AED 5,550. - Year 7 — Annual tuition: AED 19,130. Term 1: AED 7,652; Term 2: AED 5,739; Term 3: AED 5,739. - Year 8 — Annual tuition: AED 19,130. Term 1: AED 7,652; Term 2: AED 5,739; Term 3: AED 5,739. - Year 9 — Annual tuition: AED 19,550. Term 1: AED 7,820; Term 2: AED 5,865; Term 3: AED 5,865. - Year 10 — Annual tuition: AED 20,100. Term 1: AED 8,040; Term 2: AED 6,030; Term 3: AED 6,030. - Year 11 — Annual tuition: AED 20,955. Term 1: AED 8,382; Term 2: AED 6,286.50; Term 3: AED 6,286.50. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard tuition instalment schedule: three termly instalments charged at 40% / 30% / 30% of the annual tuition. Term payment due dates for AY 2026–27: Term I due 25 August 2026; Term II due 25 December 2026; Term III due 25 March 2027. - Registration deposit must be paid within seven days of the offer to hold a place. Re-enrolment deposit is payable to secure a place for the following academic year and is deducted from the first term fee. Instalment payments typically require the first-term amount up front; post-dated cheques or the school's accepted payment channels are used for later instalments. - One-time full payment discount: a 2.5% discount on the annual tuition is available for families who pay the full annual fee in one payment on or before 30 August 2026. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and does not list boarding provision or boarding fees. Other mandatory and optional costs - The annual tuition includes: workbooks and textbooks, one set of regular uniform plus PE uniform (accessories, blazer and cardigan excluded), e-learning resources and online apps, computer and lab resources, external examinations, basic medical resources, and robotics provision. Special-size uniform carries a separate small charge (AED 30). - Typical ranges for required education supplies (per KHDA fact sheets for the school, by grade): - Uniform: AED 600 to AED 1,000. - Books: AED 400 to AED 1,300. - Stationery and ID replacement: Stationery AED 300–400; ID replacement AED 25–50. - Typical optional service fees and activity ranges (per KHDA fact sheets): - Transport: AED 5,500 to AED 9,950 (termly/annual arrangements vary; transport is charged termly). - Extracurricular / club activities: AED 500 to AED 1,800. - Canteen / school food: AED 100 to AED 2,000 (annual, depending on consumption). - Overnight camps, school trips and educational overseas trips: ranges vary (local trips AED 100–2,500; overseas trips AED 5,000–18,000 for older year groups). - Additional enrichment, skill-development and competition fees: generally range from AED 100 up to AED 2,000 depending on activity. Refund information and withdrawal terms - Application fee (AED 500 + VAT) is generally non-refundable; it is refundable only if the student is not offered a place or if the school collected the fee without informing parents that no place was available. - Registration (seat-confirmation) deposit refund rules: refundable if a parent formally notifies the school of cancellation at least 60 calendar days prior to the school's start date; non-refundable if cancellation is within 60 days of the school start date or if enrolment occurs during the academic year. - Tuition refunds are calculated on a term-by-term basis using the withdrawal date recorded on the official Withdrawal Request. Specific commonly applied rules include: - If enrolled in the term for two weeks or less: one month's fees deducted. - If enrolled between two weeks and one month: two months' fees deducted. - If enrolled more than one month into a term: the full term's fees are deducted. - Tuition fees paid prior to the academic year start are refundable subject to the above registration/re-registration conditions. - Other mandatory/optional service fees follow similar charge/refund rules tied to the withdrawal date; optional service fees already committed to third-party providers may be non-refundable. Transport refunds, where applicable, are handled per the school transport policy (termly charge and one month's notice required for discontinuation; approved refunds settled within 15 working days). The school may withhold Transfer or Withdrawal Certificates until outstanding fees are cleared. Fee payment options and practical details - Online payments: the school uses the Zenda mobile app (School Code: AICSDXB) for online fee payments and authentication via registered email/phone. - School fee counter: cash, card and cheque payments are accepted at the school fee counter (cheques payable to The Apple International Community School); counter operating hours are published by the school. Cheque policies: dishonoured cheques can affect future cheque acceptance and re-enrolment. - Bank transfer: bank transfers are accepted only in exceptional cases; transfer slips should be shared to accounts@applecommunityschool.ae. Bank details are maintained by the school and provided for authorised transfers. Discounts and scholarships - Sibling discounts: first sibling receives 20% on annual tuition; additional siblings receive 25% (applied per the school's published discount scheme). - Non-academic (sports) scholarships: available for certain national and international achievements (schemes include up to 15% for international champions and up to 10% for national champions). Other scholarship and discount schemes are applied according to eligibility criteria. (End of fees overview.)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details MSB Private School is licensed by KHDA to offer education up to Year 13. The Cambridge Curriculum forms the core: Foundation Stage (EYFS) for early years; Years 1–9 follow the Cambridge Curriculum; Years 10–11 prepare for Cambridge IGCSE; Years 12–13 offer Cambridge Advanced Level (A Levels). The school is affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations to deliver the IGCSE, AS Levels, and A Levels, with KHDA approvals for the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Business as an additional program. Learning Beyond Walls, Micro:bit, and LEGO Education enrich the curriculum, alongside a broad range of co-curricular activities. The curriculum emphasizes a values-driven, global-ready education under the Cambridge framework.	Curriculum details Foundation Stage follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework as part of an enriched version of the New National Curriculum for England. The primary curriculum complies with the English National Programme and with the Ministry of Education standards for Arabic, Islamic Studies, Moral Education and UAE Social Studies to provide a broad and balanced education. The programme provides opportunities to develop creativity, expression and well-being and includes extended learning opportunities, field visits and cross-curricular links with other subjects. Learning outside the classroom is an integral element of education, with a sports curriculum designed to support holistic development of skills such as agility, speed, strength, endurance and balance. The school is inclusive and reviews provisions for students of determination to ensure effective interventions and tailored support. The school seeks to encourage and develop gifts and talents amongst its students, including artistic, creative and sporting excellence.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:10	Student teacher ratio —
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Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The school seeks to encourage and develop gifts and talents amongst its students. Along with high academic standards, the school encourages artistic, creative and sporting excellence.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Admissions & Assessments: MSB Private School (Dubai) is an inclusive school committed to placing each student in the most appropriate grade and providing tailored support based on their academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs. The admissions process follows grade-based assessment requirements: FS (Foundation Stage) has no written assessment, followed by a group school-readiness activity and parent and child interviews; Years 1–8 require written assessments in English and Mathematics; Year 9 requires written assessments in English, Mathematics, and Science; Years 10–13 require a meeting with the Supervisor to finalize subject selection based on availability. Admissions are confirmed based on assessment outcomes, with priority given to siblings of current MSB students who meet the entrance criteria. The Admissions Centre is currently closed for applications. 2. Students of Determination (SOD): Admissions include GL assessments, parent and child interviews, and submission of previous school records, report cards, and test results (in English). Certified translations may be required where applicable. Admission decisions are based on the latest assessments, level of need, recommendations, and required support. Full disclosure of medical history is mandatory. 3. Registration: Parents may register their interest by contacting the school administration. An acknowledgment email with further details will be sent upon registration. The Admissions Policy is available for reference. 4. Withdrawal: If you wish to withdraw your child from MSB Private School (Dubai), please submit the TC application form to the school administration office. Refer to the Parent School Contract for the refund/withdrawal guidelines applicable per term, depending on the date of withdrawal. The TC application form can be collected from the school office. 5. Book a School Tour: Join us any time from Monday to Thursday between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. Visit us on campus or via a virtual tour to learn about our facilities and learning environment.	Admissions 1. Online Application. To begin the admission process, fill the online enquiry form from the home page and complete the Online Student Enquiry & Registration. After submission, an acknowledgement with an online reference number is issued and guidance on the next steps is provided. 2. Registration and Payment. Pay an Application Fee of AED 525 (inclusive of VAT) online or in person to initiate registration. The fee is refundable if the school does not offer a place and non-refundable if a place is offered but not taken, and it is not deductible from tuition. Required documents are uploaded online and include copies of passports for child and parents, Emirates ID copies when available, birth certificate translated to English if needed, a recent photograph of the child, and the last two years' school reports (for certain year levels) along with a transfer certificate and DHA forms as applicable. 3. Assessment. The School Registrar invites the child for an assessment or an interview as appropriate. CAT4/written assessments are used when required and the previous school reports are reviewed. Results are communicated by email or by phone, and alternatives to an on-campus visit can be arranged as a 1-on-1 virtual meeting with Admissions staff. 4. Admission Confirmation. The Admissions Officer sends confirmation letters to successful applicants, subject to seat availability. A registration deposit equal to 10% of total tuition is required (non-refundable and non-transferable) and is deductible from tuition. A seat confirmation fee is payable after an offer is accepted, and the first term tuition plus annual fees are due within 10 working days of confirmation; non-payment may move the place to the waiting list. Admission is subject to KHDA approval after required document checks.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist If a seat is confirmed but the first term payment is not made within 10 working days, the admission will be moved to the waiting list and may be offered by turn.
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