United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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The school follows the National Curriculum for England. Foundation Stage uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Primary education follows the National Curriculum for England with emphasis on teaching skills and concepts to challenge learners.
The campus includes a Black Box Theatre. Library facilities, including a primary library, support reading and creativity.
An additional language is taught from Year 1. Arabic & Islamic programs are led by the Director of Arabic & Islamic.
The L.I.F.E curriculum equips students with real-world skills beyond the classroom. Enrichment opportunities and events are provided to engage the school community.
Inclusion and wellbeing are prioritized; the leadership commits to social contribution and sustainability, and the school aims to be a hub of the community.
Amy Falhi is the Founding Principal. George Stokes is Head of Primary. Megan Pankhurst is Deputy Head of Primary. Dana Irbaye is Admissions Manager. Nikki Holman is Head of Admissions, UK Curriculum Schools.
Dubai British School Mira is located in the Mira community in Dubai. Wellbeing is prioritized through actions and decisions, with inclusion and diversity consistently fostered. Campus facilities include indoor and outdoor sports areas, a swimming pool, football pitches, and sports halls, plus libraries, learning hubs, and an auditorium to support wellbeing and creativity.
Dubai British School Mira provides the English National Curriculum and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for students aged 3 to 18. Located in the Mira Oasis community, the campus features specific facilities including a swimming pool for physical education and dedicated learning spaces for foundation, primary, and secondary students. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve" philosophy, which integrates personal wellbeing and academic goals into daily routines. The school implements a structured inclusion model, offering "Quality First Teaching" alongside push-in and pull-out interventions led by a specialized Inclusion Team to support diverse learning needs. Students participate in an enrichment program categorized into Active, Creative, and Academic tracks, ensuring a variety of extracurricular options. Furthermore, teachers utilize a specific verbal feedback and diagnostic marking system to track student understanding continuously.