Al Ghaf Private School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 35,000 - 49,500

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)

Taught languages French, Spanish, Arabic

Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Al Ghaf Private School L.L.C is a Dubai-based private school offering a British Curriculum blended with the International Primary Curriculum and the Early Years Foundation Stage for learners aged 3 to 18. The English National Curriculum covers core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science, with foundation subjects including ICT, Design & Technology, Geography, History, Art and Physical Education. Students study Modern Foreign Languages including French and Spanish, and Arabic is taught daily in line with MOE guidelines. Arabic Language, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and Islamic History are delivered under the MOE Arabic & Islamic programme, with Tajweed for Muslim students. A Life Skills Programme sits at the heart of learning, emphasising decision making, problem solving, creative thinking, critical thinking, effective communication and interpersonal skills. The school name reflects the Ghaf Tree, a symbol of resilience and tolerance in the UAE. Facilities include a spacious indoor gym, a multi-purpose space, a small theatre, an IT suite and a Library/Resources Centre, with flexible classrooms for STREAM and music, an Inclusion (SEND) unit, outdoor learning areas and a garden. A STEAM lab supports robotics in Year 4.

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Al Muntazah Complex, Jebel Ali Village, P.O. Box 171911, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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The Essentials

Location

Al Muntazah Complex, Jebel Ali Village, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school operates as Ghaf Private School L.L.C at this address in the Jebel Ali Village area. Admissions are open for the 2025-26 academic year with limited spaces for FS1 to Year 6. The school offers a British Curriculum in Dubai.

Stages

FS1 to Year 6

Type

Private school

Country affiliation

United Arab Emirates

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Fees

Registration & Deposits

- Registration deposit: 10% of the total tuition fee. This deposit is payable after a place is offered and the offer is accepted. The deposit is deductible from the total tuition for the academic year and is non‑refundable.

- Re‑registration deposit (existing students): 5% of the total tuition fee. This deposit is payable at re‑enrolment to guarantee a place for the following academic year, is deductible from the total tuition for that year, and is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (per year and per term)

- The school publishes a formal fee schedule and operates a secured fee portal where the full tuition schedule by year group and term is maintained for parents and for official fee years. Consult the school's published fee schedule or fee portal for the exact per‑year and per‑term tuition amounts for each year group.

- Sibling discount policy applied to tuition: 10% for the second child and 15% for the third child (applies when multiple children from the same family are enrolled).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Deposits are payable at offer acceptance (registration) or at re‑registration to secure places as noted above and are deducted from the tuition due for the academic year.

- Payment acceptance methods include cheque, credit card, or cash at the school accountant's office, direct bank transfer, and online payment via the school's payment link. Wire transfer payment details are provided for the school's bank accounts. Payment confirmation is issued by email within 24 hours of receipt.

- Tuition and other fees are set in accordance with the school's approved KHDA fee structure and remain subject to the governing UAE and KHDA regulations; fees for upcoming academic years may be adjusted in line with those regulations.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school following the British (UK) curriculum from Foundation Stage through Year 6.

Other costs and compulsory items

- Uniforms: the school maintains a school uniform provision (a school uniform shop is operated/managed to supply required items). Uniform items are charged separately. Specific uniform item prices are handled through the school's uniform provision.

- Other potential charges that are commonly applied (where applicable under the school's fee schedule) include registration fees, re‑enrolment fees and any optional services or activities that are billed separately (transport, extracurricular activities, exam or materials fees) — charges for these items follow the school's published fee schedule and parental billing notices.

Refund information and short‑term attendance charges

- Registration, deposit and re‑enrolment fees are non‑refundable and non‑transferable. Tuition fee refunds follow the UAE Ministry of Education (KHDA) bylaws for private education. Refund rules include:
- If a student withdraws prior to the start of the academic year, the balance of the first term's tuition paid will be refunded, except for registration and deposit fees.
- If a student withdraws during the school year, registration and deposit fees remain non‑refundable; the remaining tuition is refunded in accordance with the Ministry of Education bylaws for refund payments.
- Attendance charging for short periods: if a student attends for two weeks or less, one full month's fee will be charged; if attendance is more than two weeks but less than one month, two full months' fees will be charged; if attendance exceeds one month, the full term fee is charged.

- Refunds are processed only through the original mode of payment and will be completed within 10 to 45 days, depending on the issuing bank. Online payment cancellations may be requested within 24 hours; refunds follow the original payment route and may take up to 45 days to complete. Parents are asked to provide the child's name and to cover any bank charges.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Accepted payment methods: cheque, credit card, cash at the school accountant's office, direct bank transfer, and online payment via the school's payment link. Payment confirmation is emailed within 24 hours of receipt.

- Bank accounts listed for wire transfers include Emirates NBD and Banque Misr (Dubai). Parents are instructed to clearly state the child's name on bank transfers and to cover any bank charges.

Administrative notes relating to fees

- The school applies KHDA‑approved fee processes and the official fee schedule for each academic year is the definitive billing document for tuition and ancillary charges. Payment arrangements, deadlines and any available discounts are communicated through the school's fee schedule and fee portal for each admission/renewal cycle.

Academics

Curriculum

The school offers a blend of the English National Curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum and a Life Skills Program. The National Curriculum of England core subjects are English, Mathematics and Science; foundation subjects include ICT, Design & Technology, Geography, History, Art and Physical Education. Modern Foreign Languages include French and Spanish; Arabic is taught daily per MOE. Life Skills Program focuses on decision making, problem solving, creative thinking, critical thinking, effective communication, interpersonal relationship skills, self-awareness, empathy, coping with emotions and coping with stress. Arabic Language, Islamic Studies, Social Studies and Islamic History are taught under the Ministry of Education Arabic & Islamic program, with Tajweed emphasized for Muslim students.

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FAQs

Where is Al Ghaf Private School located?

Al Ghaf Private School is located in Al Muntazah Complex, Jebel Ali Village, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school operates as Ghaf Private School L.L.C on that site and is a co-educational day school.

What age range and grade levels does the school serve?

The school serves children from age 3 up to 18 and currently offers Foundation Stage through Year 6 (FS1 to Year 6). It follows a British curriculum in Dubai.

What curriculum does Al Ghaf Private School offer?

Al Ghaf uses a blend of the English National Curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum, and a Life Skills Program. English, Mathematics and Science are core subjects; Arabic is taught daily per MOE; French and Spanish are offered, with Arabic & Islamic programs provided under MOE guidelines with Tajweed for Muslim students.

What are the tuition fees and how are they structured?

Fees range from 35,000 to 49,500 AED per year. The exact amounts per year group and term are published in the KHDA-aligned fee schedule/portal.

How do registration and re-enrolment deposits work?

New admissions require a 10% registration deposit, non-refundable and deducted from tuition. Re-enrolment costs 5% of tuition to guarantee a place for the next year, also non-refundable.

Are there discounts for siblings?

Yes. There is a 10% discount for the second child and a 15% discount for the third child when multiple siblings are enrolled.

What payment methods does the school accept and when is payment confirmed?

Payments can be made by cheque, credit card, cash at the school, direct bank transfer, or online via the school's payment link. Payment confirmations are emailed within 24 hours of receipt.

What does the curriculum look like in practice?

Core subjects are English, Mathematics and Science, with foundation subjects including ICT, Design & Technology, Geography, History, Art and Physical Education. Arabic is taught daily; French and Spanish are offered, and the Life Skills Program develops thinking and communication skills.

Are there STEAM resources and robotics available?

Yes. There is a dedicated STEAM lab with robotically programmed Lego in Year 4, plus flexible spaces for STREAM and music to support interdisciplinary learning.

What facilities are available on campus?

The campus features a spacious indoor gym, a multi-purpose space, a small theatre/presentation area, an IT suite, a Library/Resources Centre, and dedicated STREAM and music spaces, plus an Inclusion Unit with a sensory room and outside learning areas with a garden.

Is there a library and digital learning support?

Yes. There is a Library/Resources Centre and an IT suite to support reading, research and digital learning.

How does the school support SEND and EAL learners?

The Inclusion Unit provides 1:1 or small-group interventions; teachers are trained to support ELLs, SEND and Gifted and Talented students, with inclusive practices throughout the mainstream classroom.

What safeguarding and wellbeing measures are in place?

Safeguarding and Child Protection policies follow MOE KHDA directives; there are health, safety and security policies, plus ID badges and visitor check-in to ensure campus safety.

Is boarding available at Al Ghaf Private School?

No. Al Ghaf Private School is a day school and does not offer boarding.

Is there a school uniform and a uniform shop?

Yes. The school has a uniform policy and operates a uniform shop to supply required items, with prices handled through the uniform provision.

Who owns and governs the school?

The school is owned by Al Ghaf Private School L.L.C., which guides governance and operations.

What languages are taught and how are they delivered?

English is the main language of instruction; French and Spanish are offered as modern foreign languages; Arabic is taught daily per MOE requirements, and the Arabic & Islamic program includes Tajweed for Muslim students.

How is Arabic integrated with other subjects?

Arabic may be used to link Social Studies and Arabic lessons, and daily Arabic instruction supports language development across the curriculum.

Is there bilingual or immersion language programming?

The available information does not indicate bilingual or immersion programs beyond English instruction with additional languages offered.

What is the school's ethos and community like?

The school emphasises 21st-century Life Skills, intercultural understanding, and shared core values; it is described as a 'big house with a big family' that fosters respect and empathy.

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