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If you're researching international schools in United arab emirates offering BTEC, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Cambridge International AS Levels, taught by 4 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 11,816–36,775 AED, with the average sitting around 24,036. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai (opened 1983).
Compare 4 BTEC international schools in United arab emirates. Filter by curriculum, fees (average AED 24,036), location, and more to find the right international school now.
The Cambridge High School in Abu Dhabi is a private international school for ages 4 to 18 and is part of the GEMS Education group. It follows the National Curriculum for England, offering EYFS, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels and BTEC qualifications. The Foundation Stage serves 4 to 5-year-olds, with a Primary and a Secondary programme up to Sixth Form. The campus in Mussafah provides a safe, nurturing environment with facilities, including an Early Years Playground, four ICT labs with high-speed Internet, dedicated science laboratories, a Music Studio, two Art Studios, a library, an air‑conditioned auditorium and a Multi‑purpose Court, plus a heated swimming pool. Arabic is compulsory for most students; Islamic Studies is offered; Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education is taught. ADEK has rated the school 'Very Good' since 2022. The school includes Sustainability and Innovative Initiatives as part of Education for Sustainable Development.
GEMS Cambridge International School Dubai is located in Al Twar 1, Damascus Street, and serves learners aged 3 to 18. It delivers a British curriculum aligned to the National Curriculum for England, with Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) and Key Stages 1–5 (Years 1–13), including EYFS, Primary, Secondary and Post-16. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and a BTEC Qualification, and emphasises Digital Citizenship and Student Care and Support to develop learners who become employable citizens. With a Cambridge International education heritage spanning over 40 years and as part of GEMS Education, an August 2026 expansion will extend digital and arts facilities. The campus features four ICT labs with more than 150 computers, a Media Lab with a radio station and newsroom, two art studios, a music studio, and a well-stocked library. There are four science laboratories, rooftop badminton courts, and outdoor spaces including playing fields, a grassed area for early years and an astroturf football pitch.
MSB Private School Dubai operates across a Junior Campus and a Secondary Campus, located 100 meters apart in Al Nahda, Dubai. It is part of the MSB Educational Institute, a global network with 25 branches in seven countries. The school offers a K-12 program, with KHDA licensing to Year 13. The Cambridge Curriculum forms the core: Foundation Stage (EYFS) for early years; Cambridge Primary and Secondary for Years 1–9; Cambridge IGCSE for Years 10–11; Cambridge A Levels for Years 12–13. The school is affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations to deliver the IGCSE, AS Levels, and A Levels, and KHDA approves the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Business as an additional program. Learning Beyond Walls, Micro:bit, and LEGO Education enrich the curriculum, supporting technology, creativity, and hands-on problem solving. Facilities include four science labs, ICT labs, a Makerspace, a Quran room, libraries, and a Sahat area; a 32,000 sq ft sports field; multiple halls and auditoriums; on-site health clinic. The environment emphasizes values-driven, global-ready learning.
MSB Private School Dubai operates across a Junior Campus and a Secondary Campus, located 100 meters apart in Al Nahda, Dubai. It is part of the MSB Educational Institute, a global network with 25 branches in seven countries. The school offers a K-12 program, with KHDA licensing to Year 13. The Cambridge Curriculum forms the core: Foundation Stage (EYFS) for early years; Cambridge Primary and Secondary for Years 1–9; Cambridge IGCSE for Years 10–11; Cambridge A Levels for Years 12–13. The school is affiliated with Cambridge International Examinations to deliver the IGCSE, AS Levels, and A Levels, and KHDA approves the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Business as an additional program. Learning Beyond Walls, Micro:bit, and LEGO Education enrich the curriculum, supporting technology, creativity, and hands-on problem solving. Facilities include four science labs, ICT labs, a Makerspace, a Quran room, libraries, and a Sahat area; a 32,000 sq ft sports field; multiple halls and auditoriums; on-site health clinic. The environment emphasizes values-driven, global-ready learning.
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