Emirates National Schools – Dubai Campus

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 25,000 - 45,000

Ages 3 - 17 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2002

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic

Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

Emirates National Schools – Dubai Campus is the newest campus in the ENS network, serving students aged 3 to 17. It currently delivers the US curriculum, while Arabic Language and Islamic Education follow UAE National Curriculum Standards. English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Education, Computer Science and Social Studies are guided by Colorado Academic Standards. The campus offers an Advanced Placement Program with college‑level courses and AP exams in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Languages and Art, depending on registration. UAE Equivalency Requirements apply to high school diplomas, with UAE equivalency recognized upon meeting criteria. Dubai Campus is in an early phase of development with plans to expand offerings in alignment with the ENS model; other ENS campuses are IB World Schools. The co-curricular program includes Academic Co-Curriculars, Athletics and Enrichment Clubs, with After-School Activities running eight-week sessions. The canteen follows a healthy-eating policy, and nutrition/allergy safety policies are in place. Special events emphasize National Identity, cultural heritage, global citizenship and service.

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Pre-KG to Grade 9

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Transportation service is provided through a contracted service provider; registration is required; students must adhere to bus rules.

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Fees

Application & Admission Fees

- Application (assessment) fee for new students: AED 500 (non‑refundable).
- Enrolment fee (charged when an offer is accepted): up to 10% of the annual tuition, non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.
- Re‑enrolment fee for returning students: up to 5% of the tuition or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.

Annual tuition by year group (annual and per‑term)

- Pre‑Primary / Pre‑K: AED 25,000 per year — three equal instalments of AED 8,333.33 per term.
- KG1–KG2: AED 31,000 per year — three equal instalments of AED 10,333.33 per term.
- Grade 1–5 (Primary / PYP band): AED 37,000 per year — three equal instalments of AED 12,333.33 per term.
- Grade 6–8 (Middle / MYP band): AED 45,000 per year — three equal instalments of AED 15,000 per term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed on an annual basis and may be paid in three equal instalments across the academic year.
- Instalment due dates align with the school terms; families choose the three‑instalment option to spread the annual tuition evenly.
- Late or non‑payment procedures include warning notices, possible temporary suspension of the student, withholding of report cards/transfer documents and blocking re‑registration until all outstanding dues are settled.

Payment methods and how to pay

- Accepted payment methods: cash or credit/debit card to the campus cashier, cheque payable to "Emirates National Schools", cash deposit or bank transfer to the ENS campus bank account, and online e‑services payments via the ENS e‑services portal and mobile app.
- Bank account details for ENS campuses are published in the school payment documentation and specific campus accounts are provided for bank transfers.

Optional services and other charges

- Uniforms: AED 300 to AED 500 (approx.).
- Transport (school bus, optional): roughly AED 6,000 per year (typical per the published campus schedule).
- Canteen / meal plans: typically AED 2,000 to AED 3,000 per year (varies by age/plan).
- Extracurricular activities: AED 150 to AED 500 (per activity, typical range).
- School trips: AED 60 to AED 300 (per trip, depending on destination).
- Annual Day / major events: AED 200 to AED 1,000 (event fees where applicable).
- Class photograph: AED 90 to AED 200.
- Competitions and costumes for events: AED 100 to AED 400 each.
- Examination fees: charged where external board fees apply (levied by the examining body).

Sibling and staff discounts

- A sibling concession is published as a fixed amount for additional siblings (examples published: AED 1,600 for second, third and fourth siblings in the same family for the Dubai campus).
- Discounts for school employees are available (staff concession can be up to 100% in published policy).

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable for the Dubai campus (the campus operates as a day school and no boarding fee schedule is published).

Refunds and withdrawal (key points)

- Refunds apply only to tuition fees paid for the current academic year; educational‑resource fees and other charges are refundable only in limited circumstances (for example, if resources were not issued or not used, ENS may determine a notional value before refund).
- If a student withdraws before the first official day of classes, a full refund of tuition and educational resource fees is available after retaining any stated non‑refundable registration fee.
- If a student withdraws after the academic year has started, refunds are calculated pro‑rata using a published sliding scale based on the withdrawal date; detailed percentage refund schedules and late‑enrolment charge tables are included in the school's tuition policy.
- Refunds are issued only to the original payor (unless otherwise approved) and processed after receipt of a complete refund application; refunds are processed within a stated timeframe (the school's published policy specifies processing within 30 working days once the application is complete).

Enrolment, late enrolment and related charges

- Families enrolling after the academic year begins are liable for a percentage of the annual tuition determined by the date of joining; the policy specifies set percentages depending on the number of weeks or months remaining in the academic year.
- Registration and advanced deposit rules apply at the time of acceptance; failure to adhere to the payment timing schedule may affect continued enrollment and access to services.

Friendly practical summary (what a parent should budget for)

- Budget the published annual tuition for your child's grade band (Pre‑K AED 25,000; KG AED 31,000; Grades 1–5 AED 37,000; Grades 6–8 AED 45,000), split into three equal term instalments if you select the instalment plan.
- Add optional services (transport, meals, extra‑curricular activities, uniforms and trips).
- Expect an application/assessment fee on initial application and an enrolment fee on acceptance (enrolment fee may be up to 10% of annual tuition and is non‑refundable and deductible from the first term).
- Keep the school's refund schedule and payment deadlines in mind when planning start/withdrawal dates.

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FAQs

What is the age range and entry levels at Emirates National Schools – Dubai Campus?

The Dubai Campus serves students aged 3 to 17, covering Pre‑K through Grade 9. It is a co‑educational day school within the Emirates National Schools network.

What is the school type and who leads Emirates National Schools – Dubai Campus?

It operates as a co‑educational day school. The head of school is Lachlan Ewen MacKinnon.

Is Emirates National Schools – Dubai Campus the newest ENS campus?

Yes. The Dubai Campus is the newest ENS campus and is in an early phase of development.

What are the application and enrolment fees I should expect?

There is a non‑refundable AED 500 application assessment fee. If you receive an offer, an enrolment fee of up to 10% of the annual tuition is charged, non‑refundable and deductible from the first term.

How is tuition charged and what are the typical annual costs by year group?

Tuition is billed annually and can be paid in three equal instalments across the year. Pre‑Primary costs about AED 25,000 per year; KG1–KG2 about AED 31,000; Grades 1–5 about AED 37,000; and Grades 6–8 about AED 45,000 per year.

What additional costs should families budget for?

Expect costs for uniforms (AED 300–500), transport (around AED 6,000 per year), meals (AED 2,000–3,000), extracurricular activities (AED 150–500 per activity), and field trips (AED 60–300 per trip). There may be event fees, photos, and other activity charges as applicable.

Are there discounts for siblings or staff?

Yes. A fixed sibling concession is published (for example, AED 1,600 for the second, third and fourth siblings). Staff concessions are available and can be up to 100% according to the published policy.

What curriculum does the Dubai Campus follow?

The Dubai Campus follows UAE National Curriculum Standards for Arabic Language and Islamic Education, and English/Math/Science are guided by Colorado Academic Standards. It currently delivers the US curriculum, with AP options available depending on registration.

Are AP courses available at the Dubai Campus?

Yes. Emirates National Schools offers an Advanced Placement Program with AP exams in English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, and Art, depending on registration.

How is UAE equivalency handled for high school diplomas?

UAE Equivalency Requirements apply to high school diplomas, with Arabic and Islamic Education following MOE guidelines. High school diplomas are recognized for UAE equivalency upon meeting the criteria.

What is the language of instruction and the bilingual approach at the campus?

English accounts for about 70% of the school day and Modern Standard Arabic about 30%. English is used for English, Mathematics and Science, while Arabic is used for Arabic language and MOE subject guidelines.

What is the current status of facilities at the Dubai Campus?

The Dubai Campus is the newest ENS campus and is in an early phase of development, while delivering the same rigorous US curriculum as other ENS campuses.

What kind of after‑school and enrichment options are offered?

The school runs the eight‑week After‑School Activities program for Grades 1–12 and offers a robust range of Academic Co‑Curriculars, Athletics and Enrichment Clubs.

What are the meal and health policies on campus?

A contracted food service provides daily meals with a healthy‑eating philosophy and a nut‑free policy. A menu is available to parents, and nutrition and allergy safety policies are in place.

What kinds of academic and enrichment facilities exist beyond the core classroom?

Academic Co‑Curriculars include leadership, music and drama, speech and debate, academic competitions and field trips. Enrichment clubs cover arts and crafts, book clubs, UAE cultural clubs, volunteer initiatives, chess and other interests.

What leadership and CAS opportunities exist for students?

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is integrated within the programme framework to support projects that combine inquiry, reflection and collaboration, aligning with the school's IB‑influenced approach.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions does the campus offer?

Counseling services support social and emotional development, with counseling offices in KG/Primary as well as in the Girls' and Boys' Schools. A Clinic Team of licensed nurses runs health clinics on campus and a Student Protection Policy exists to safeguard students.

What are the uniform expectations at the Dubai Campus?

KG girls wear a white long‑sleeve shirt with a navy pinafore; Grade 1–12 boys wear a white shirt with dark gray trousers; Grade 1–12 girls wear a white long‑sleeve shirt with a dark gray frock. All students wear a dark gray winter jacket; PE uniform is a navy tracksuit with ENS logo, a white T‑shirt, white socks and white shoes. Hair should be neat and tied back, and only simple jewelry is permitted.

How is food served and how are assemblies conducted?

Daily meals are provided by a contracted canteen with a nut‑free policy and a healthful menu; assemblies begin with Qur'an recitation and the National Anthem, and parents may be invited to attend special assemblies.

Who governs Emirates National Schools and how is governance structured?

Emirates National Schools is governed by the ENS Board of Directors and has a School Board that oversees governance. Each campus also has a Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and a Parent Advisory Council to provide feedback and coordinate community activities.

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