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Ignite School has 2,150 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.
Location
Ignite School is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in the Al Warqa'a 3 district. The street address is Street No. 414, Al Warqa'a 3, Dubai, with PO Box 299517. The campus sits adjacent to Al Warqa'a 3 Park and is identified by Makani number 4231131 with coordinates 25.188258, 55.410293.
Stages
Ignite School offers education from Pre-K through Grade 12. It is organized into an Early Learning Center, Elementary School (grades 1-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), and High School (grades 9-12).
Type
Ignite School is a private day school. It is co-educational.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body comprises more than 70 nationalities, reflecting a diverse international community. The school serves both Emirati and expatriate families; English is the medium of instruction.
Additional learning support
The campus includes English Language Learner centers (ELL) and Learning Support Centers on site. There are three English Language Learner centers and three Learning Support Centers.
Country affiliation
The school follows an American curriculum aligned with New York State Common Core standards.
Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation stated. Islamic Education is included as part of the UAE curriculum.
School day structure
The school day typically runs 8:00 to 3:00, Monday to Thursday; on Fridays, hours are shorter, from 8:00 to 12:00.
Bus service
Ignite School provides bus transportation. The service is contracted to Arab Falcon Bus Rental LLC, a provider used by several Dubai schools. Registration and details on routes and fees are provided during registration.
Fees
Annual tuition at Ignite School ranges from AED 29,682 to AED 45,034 for 2026/27.
Application and admission charges
- Admission Assessment Fee: AED 525 (non-refundable, non-transferable, inclusive of VAT). - Admission Deposit: AED 1,000 (deductible from school fees; non-refundable, non-transferable).
Tuition fees by year group — Academic Year 2025–2026 (Annual and term breakdown)
- Kindergarten School — Pre Primary: Annual AED 28,658 — Term 1 (Sep–Dec) AED 11,464; Term 2 (Jan–Mar) AED 8,597; Term 3 (Apr–Jun) AED 8,597. - KG1: Annual AED 29,682 — Term 1 AED 11,873; Term 2 AED 8,905; Term 3 AED 8,904. - KG2: Annual AED 29,682 — Term 1 AED 11,873; Term 2 AED 8,905; Term 3 AED 8,904. - Grade 1: Annual AED 33,776 — Term 1 AED 13,510; Term 2 AED 10,133; Term 3 AED 10,133. - Grade 2: Annual AED 34,799 — Term 1 AED 13,920; Term 2 AED 10,440; Term 3 AED 10,439. - Grade 3: Annual AED 35,822 — Term 1 AED 14,329; Term 2 AED 10,747; Term 3 AED 10,746. - Grade 4: Annual AED 36,846 — Term 1 AED 14,738; Term 2 AED 11,054; Term 3 AED 11,054. - Grade 5: Annual AED 37,870 — Term 1 AED 15,148; Term 2 AED 11,361; Term 3 AED 11,361. - Grade 6: Annual AED 38,893 — Term 1 AED 15,557; Term 2 AED 11,668; Term 3 AED 11,668. - Grade 7: Annual AED 39,916 — Term 1 AED 15,966; Term 2 AED 11,975; Term 3 AED 11,975. - Grade 8: Annual AED 40,940 — Term 1 AED 16,376; Term 2 AED 12,282; Term 3 AED 12,282. - Grade 9: Annual AED 41,964 — Term 1 AED 16,786; Term 2 AED 12,589; Term 3 AED 12,589. - Grade 10: Annual AED 42,987 — Term 1 AED 17,195; Term 2 AED 12,896; Term 3 AED 12,896. - Grade 11: Annual AED 44,010 — Term 1 AED 17,604; Term 2 AED 13,203; Term 3 AED 13,203. - Grade 12: Annual AED 45,034 — Term 1 AED 18,014; Term 2 AED 13,510; Term 3 AED 13,510.
(All figures above are the published 2025–2026 tuition amounts for each grade.)
Discounts and concessions
- Sibling discount: 5% (applies for Sibling 1 to Sibling 5). - Early payment discount: Up to 10%. - School employees: Up to 50% discount. - Referral: AED 500 per student. - School management concession: Up to 25% (KG1 to Grade 10). - Scholarships: 50% for Grade 5 and Grade 8 (terms and conditions apply).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition for each term must be paid on or before the commencement of that term. Students are not permitted to start school unless full fees are accounted for with post-dated checks (PDCs), regardless of the selected payment mode. Only term-wise PDCs are accepted; a single PDC for the full year is not acceptable. - If a check is returned by the bank, the fee remains outstanding and must be paid immediately; a returned-check charge of AED 250 will be applied and only cash will be accepted in replacement of the returned check. Parents must notify the Accounts Office one week in advance for replacement of checks. - If fees are paid by a third party and are not paid on the due date, the parent remains liable; the school will require payment from the parent and will refund the parent if/when the third party payment is subsequently received.
KHDA service fees and official request charges
- KHDA request fees (each): AED 120 for services such as Education Continuation Certificate for visa renewal, Leaving Certificate, change of student details, No-Objection Certificate, attestation of academic certificate/transcript, and issuing equivalency of an academic certificate.
Additional compulsory and optional costs
- Uniforms and PE kits: Compulsory; must be purchased from the school's designated supplier (Zaks Uniform Store). Uniforms are sold externally. - Student stationery: Purchase from any external provider (parents supply). - Bus transportation: Optional; transport is outsourced to an external provider (Arab Falcon Bus Rental LLC). Bus fees and route/timing details are managed by the transport provider and are charged separately. - Excursions, voluntary trips, tournaments, and certain activities: May incur additional charges. - Student insurance: Parents are required to maintain health, accident and liability insurance for their children.
Refund information
- The Admission Assessment Fee (AED 525) is non-refundable and non-deductible. The Admission Deposit (AED 1,000) is deductible from school fees but is non-refundable and non-transferable. Refunds for tuition when a student leaves during the academic year are calculated according to Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) guidelines.
Fee payment options and facility details
- Accepted payment methods: Cash (at school cashier); Checks payable to IGNITE SCHOOL LLC; POS credit card machine; payment-by-link via PayTabs; bank transfer (Emirates NBD). - Bank transfer details (for payments by transfer): Bank: Emirates NBD — Account name: Ignite School LLC — A/c Number: 1015432474902 — IBAN: AE170260001015432474902 — Swift: EBILAEAD — Branch: Emirates Tower. - Additional digital and card options: Emirates NBD credit card offer allowing conversion into 0% installments for 6 or 12 months (one-time processing fee AED 49); Skiply mobile app (RAKBANK-powered) for card payments; payment by direct debit. Parents are asked to submit PDCs as security even when using other payment modes.
Boarding
- Boarding is not provided; Ignite School operates as a day school (Pre-K to Grade 12) and does not list boarding accommodation or boarding fees.
Academics
Ignite School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
Ignite School Dubai offers Pre-K to Grade 12 with an American curriculum anchored in New York State standards (NYSLS), including the Next Generation standards, and KHDA-aligned Arabic and Islamic Education as well as UAE Social Studies under UAE MOE guidelines. In Elementary School (Grades 1–5) core subjects are English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with KHDA-aligned Arabic Language, Islamic Education, UAE Social Studies and Moral Education; World Languages (Spanish or French) are taught in Grades 4–5, alongside Visual Arts and Health & Physical Education. The Early Learning Center (Pre-K and KG-1/2) uses a student-centered inquiry-based approach with integrated literacy, mathematics, science and social studies, and includes Arabic, Islamic Education, Art, PE, and Library, with a strong emphasis on language development and inclusive education supports. Middle School (Grades 6–8) follows NYS Learning Standards, including Next Generation standards, across Core subjects (ELA, Mathematics, Science), KHDA-aligned Arabic/Islamic Education/UAE Moral Education/UAE Social Studies, Quran Recitation, and Non-Core subjects (Art, ICT, PE, My Class Economy) plus a Grade 8 weekly elective program (e.g., Ink & Imagination, Money Matters, Invent & Illuminate, Studio Expressions). High School (Grades 9–12) offers an American High School Diploma, aligned to NYS Next Generation standards and College Board AP frameworks, with a four-year credit system, a Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) and tentative AP courses; the Emirati Program supports UAE diploma equivalency and emphasizes Arabic language development (with related admission requirements such as SAT/TOEFL considerations).
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Ignite School uses the Second Step social-emotional learning program, with Wellness Wednesday and school-wide initiatives such as Kindness Week and Mental Health Awareness campaigns to support student well-being alongside academics, with the program aligning to Common Core standards and RTI.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Ignite School offers Inclusive Education for students of determination and uses Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to support identified needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Ignite School identifies and supports English as an Additional Language learners through a WIDA-based framework, with EAL specialists collaborating with classroom teachers, and pull-out sessions available when needed.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to Ignite School's approach, with the School Life program promoting happiness, positive relationships, and wellbeing-linked learning through SEL and extracurricular activities.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is integrated into the SEL framework via the Second Step program, which includes bullying prevention and child-protection components.
Admissions
Admissions
Ignite School is an American-curriculum school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a campus in Al Warqa.
FAQs
What curriculum does Ignite School follow?
Ignite School Dubai offers Pre-K to Grade 12 with an American curriculum anchored in New York State standards (NYSLS), including the Next Generation standards, and KHDA-aligned Arabic and Islamic Educ...
What age range does Ignite School serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and admission charges**
- Admission Assessment Fee: AED 525 (non-refundable, non-transferable, inclusive of VAT).
- Admission Deposit: AED 1,000 (deductible from school fees; non-refun...
What type of school is Ignite School?
Ignite School is a co-educational, day school.
Where is Ignite School located?
Ignite School is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in the Al Warqa'a 3 district. The street address is Street No. 414, Al Warqa'a 3, Dubai, with PO Box 299517. The campus sits adjacent to Al War...
Does the school offer a bus service?
Ignite School provides bus transportation. The service is contracted to Arab Falcon Bus Rental LLC, a provider used by several Dubai schools. Registration and details on routes and fees are provided d...
Is the school religiously affiliated?
There is no formal religious affiliation stated. Islamic Education is included as part of the UAE curriculum.
What accreditations does the school hold?
Ignite School holds NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) synchronized accreditation, granted on June 10, 2024. It is compliant with KHDA requirements to be categorized as an America...
Does the school provide learning support?
Ignite School offers Inclusive Education for students of determination and uses Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to support identified needs.
What languages are taught?
English is the medium of communication. Arabic is mandatory for all students, with two pathways: Arabic Language Arts for native Arabic-speaking students and Arabic as a New Language for non-native sp...
How many students attend the school?
Ignite School has approximately 2150 students.
When was the school established?
Ignite School was established in 2018.
What is the admissions process?
Ignite School is an American-curriculum school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a campus in Al Warqa.
