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Jumeirah English Speaking School – Arabian Ranches

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 54,129 - 104,544
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1976
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification
Taught languages Arabic
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Jumeirah English Speaking School - Arabian Ranches is a co-educational day school in Dubai serving ages 3–18. The Arabian Ranches campus hosts primary, secondary and sixth form on one site, while JESS Dubai Jumeirah is a second campus; together they house three JESS schools. The curriculum blends the British Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and a BTEC qualification. The secondary programme follows the National Curriculum for England, with GCSEs at Year 11 and a Sixth Form offering IB or BTEC Plus. The school emphasizes individual learning and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities—sport, music and performing arts—alongside leadership opportunities. Not-for-profit and has been consistently rated Outstanding by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau. JESS features LAMDA examinations and awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and the MaD Award. Wellbeing, leadership and a vibrant community are central, with the JESS Life platform guiding life.

100 Wadi Al Safa 6 Street, PO Box 24942, Dubai, UAE

The Essentials

Jumeirah English Speaking School – Arabian Ranches has instruction in English.

Location
Two campuses in Dubai: JESS Jumeirah and JESS Arabian Ranches. The Arabian Ranches campus is the largest site, housing Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Bus routes connect JESS Jumeirah and Arabian Ranches with routes including Al Wasl Road, Springs, Meadows, Lakes, Meydan Heights and Meydan South, operated by STS Group.

Stages
Ages 3 to 11: Early Years and Primary; Ages 11 to 18: Secondary and Sixth Form.

Type
Co-educational day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Staff and students from over 70 countries.

Additional learning support
Inclusion and wellbeing supports in place; The Oasis Learning Support department coordinates in-class support, personalised learning programmes and, where needed, external specialist services; Counselling is provided by a dedicated team.

Bus service
JESS offers bus transport to secondary students only. Bus routes include Route 1 JESS Jumeirah, Route 2 Al Wasl Road, Route 3 Springs, Meadows, Lakes, Route 4 Meydan Heights, Meydan South. STS Group is the transport provider; buses feature CCTV, GPS tracking and other safety measures. For more information contact Shawn David (STS) at STS@jess.sch.ae or 056-3693149.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is not-for-profit. It is governed by governors.
Fees

Annual tuition at Jumeirah English Speaking School – Arabian Ranches ranges from AED 54,129 to AED 104,544 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of AED 500 is charged at the time of application.

Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year)

- Foundation 1 (FS1): AED 18,043 per term / AED 54,129 per year.
- Primary (Foundation 2 / FS2 through Year 6): AED 21,699 per term / AED 65,097 per year.
- Secondary (Years 7–11): AED 30,641 per term / AED 91,923 per year.
- Sixth Form (Years 12–13): AED 34,848 per term / AED 104,544 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are published as per-term amounts alongside the annual total and are presented on a three-term academic-year basis. Exact invoice dates, payment deadlines and any registration or deposit timings are issued with the formal offer and invoice.
- When a Personal Debenture place is offered the school deposit must be paid within five days of the offer and the Personal Debenture amount is payable in full prior to the child starting. If less than the required one term's notice of withdrawal is given, the Personal Debenture will not be refunded until the end of the following term.

Debentures / deposits

- A Personal Debenture of AED 20,000 is required when a personal-debenture place is offered; it is payable within the timeframe specified in the offer, remains with the child while enrolled and is refunded when the child leaves subject to the school's debenture rules. Corporate debentures exist under separate rules.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and does not charge boarding fees.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniform and uniform kit costs: charged separately when applicable; parents should budget for standard uniform purchases.
- Co-curricular and extracurricular clubs: membership or activity fees may apply and are billed separately.
- Educational visits and local/international trips: charges vary by trip and are billed separately.
- Devices / laptop charges: where a device is required, costs or device-lease arrangements may apply.
- Canteen / meal costs, photographs and optional school services: charged as incurred or via separate invoices.
- School transport (bus) service: transport is provided (noting routes and availability vary and a separate transport charge applies for users of the service); the bus service is operated to specified year groups and routes.

Refund information

- The application fee is non-refundable. Registration and re-registration deposit treatment and any tuition refunds after the start of the academic year follow the applicable KHDA Schools Registration and Refund Policy; registration/re-registration deposits are deductible from tuition up to the allowable amounts and refunds after the academic year begins are processed in line with the KHDA refund schedule. Personal Debentures are refunded when the child leaves in accordance with the school's debenture rules (subject to notice provisions).

Fee payment options (methods and details)

- Bank transfer: bank name, account number, IBAN and SWIFT details are supplied for bank payments; a copy of payment confirmation should be sent to accounts@jess.sch.ae and the account reference, invoice number and child's name must be included on payment documentation.
- Cheque: cheques should be made payable as instructed (payable to Jumeirah English Speaking School Br) with the required reference details written on the back; payment procedures for cheque submission are specified by the school accounts team.
- Other accepted methods: schools typically accept electronic bank transfer and cheque; any additional accepted methods (for example card payments) are confirmed by the school accounts team in payment instructions.

Practical notes for planning

- Expect tuition to be invoiced on the three-term structure shown above; additional optional services are invoiced separately. Plan for the Personal Debenture (AED 20,000) and any registration/re-registration deposits that may be required when an offer is made.
Academics

Jumeirah English Speaking School – Arabian Ranches teaches British Curriculum, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The secondary curriculum is the National Curriculum for England. The Arabian Ranches campus houses the three schools—primary, secondary and sixth form—on one site. GCSE examinations are taken at the end of Year 11 as part of a two-year study programme. In Sixth Form, students choose between the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme or the BTEC Plus programme. The curriculum is complemented by a broad range of extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, sport, music and performing arts programmes. Individual learning is a focus within this framework.

Exam Results
GCSE results show a high proportion of top grades with A*/Grade 9-8 ranging from 40.6% (2019) to 41% (2024), A*/A/Grade 9-7 between 64% and 70.9%, and A*-C/Grade 9-4 between 98% and 100%. IB results show average points around 37-39 across years. BTEC results indicate attainment described as D*D*D on historical summaries.

Higher Education Progression
JESS graduates are admitted to universities around the world.

Gifted and Talented
A Gifted and Talented programme exists for primary and secondary students, with enrichment opportunities, targeted extension activities and competitions; teachers identify gifted or talented learners and tailor the learning and beyond-the-classroom experiences to stretch their abilities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes social-emotional learning through Student Wellbeing and Counselling. The Counselling Team seeks to understand student mental health needs and offers short-term therapeutic support and throughcare to enhance personal growth and resilience. JESS Life emphasises resilience, reflectivity and empathy, with learning and enrichment environments designed to help students flourish and lead change.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an Inclusion policy and a Provision for Students of Determination Policy. It provides Occupational Therapy Services and Speech and Language Services, and runs a Gifted and Talented Programme for primary and secondary students. Identification and communication processes enable collaborative support among staff, parents and specialists for students requiring curriculum adaptation or personalised assistance.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
If English is not the applicant's first language, or the applicant is multilingual, an English as an Additional Language Policy exists to support language development and access to the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
The school is dedicated to nurturing mental health and wellbeing across the community. The Student Wellbeing page affirms this commitment, and the Counselling service provides short-term therapeutic support and throughcare to build resilience.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority; inspection reports on JESS highlight safeguarding and wellbeing as a key focus and the school maintains safeguarding practices to protect students and promote welfare.
Parent Experience

History
JESS began in 1975 in a small apartment near the Deira Clock Tower with 17 children and two teachers. A plot of land gifted by HH Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum enabled JESS to move to a villa in Jumeirah within a year. JESS Jumeirah evolved into a prominent primary school in Dubai. In 2005, demand for school places led to the opening of the Arabian Ranches campus, which houses both a primary and a secondary school. Together, the two campuses form two sites with three schools under the JESS umbrella.

Community
JESS describes its community as diverse and close-knit, with a packed calendar of events and activities that support charitable initiatives and cultural celebrations to help everyone belong and make a difference. JESS Parents Groups (JPGs) are a large part of the community and operate at both campuses, bringing students, parents and staff together for events throughout the year. Being involved in JPGs provides opportunities to be a role model for children, stay connected to the school, contribute skills, and gain a closer understanding of how the school operates. Alumni and after-school providers are also integral parts of the JESS community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
JESS Parent Groups (JPGs) are a major part of the JESS community and operate at both JESS Jumeirah and JESS Arabian Ranches campuses, bringing students, parents and staff together at a variety of events throughout the year. Being involved in JPGs provides opportunities to be a role model for your children, stay actively connected to the school, contribute your skills and see the school in operation. The JESS Parent Partnership Council (PPC) ensures parents are central to decision-making and school improvement; the PPC is composed of the Headteacher and elected parent representatives and meets six times a year. The PPC works with JPGs to channel parent voices into strategic planning and community initiatives. A Leading Parent Partnership Award process verified that the school, PPC and JPG demonstrated exemplary use of the awards process to reflect on and refine good practice.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Two sites host JESS Arabian Ranches and JESS Dubai Jumeirah. Three schools operate within JESS across two sites. JESS educates students aged 3 to 18 across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. The environments include academic, sport, performing arts and enrichment. JESS is a not-for-profit school and has been consistently rated Outstanding by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau. Contacts are available for Jumeirah and Arabian Ranches at +971 4 3619019.

Sports Facilities
Sport is a core component of life at JESS Life, with programmes designed to engage students in physical education and wider enrichment. Sport is highlighted as one of the key life areas on the JESS Life platform.

Academic Facilities
JESS provides education for ages 3 to 18 across Early Years and Primary and Secondary and Sixth Form. The school emphasizes Individual Learning and innovative programmes to support student development.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Co-Curricular offerings include sport, performing arts and enrichment activities; the House System and Student Leadership provide opportunities, and the Al Ajyaal Programme is part of the school community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award for Secondary students (ages 14–25). The MaD Award supports Primary students to develop life skills outside the classroom. Academic ECAs include languages, public speaking, and debate on current affairs. Trips and visits form part of the Extracurricular Programme to broaden learning beyond the classroom.

Arts & Creative
Dance includes lunchtime and after-school clubs with Ballet, Contemporary and Street/Commercial. Drama and Performing Arts provide a range of co-curricular opportunities, including drama productions and London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) examinations in Acting and Public Speaking. Music offers individual and group lessons on orchestral instruments, with ensembles across the school and more than 100 concerts each year. Students gain production and technical skills through lighting, sound, projection mapping, stage management and props design.

Cultural & Language
Academic ECAs include language learning, with opportunities to pursue new languages. Public speaking and debate on current affairs are also part of Academic ECAs. Trips and visits provide cross-cultural learning experiences, enriching students' awareness of different cultures. Language development and cultural exploration are supported through the ECA programme.

Social & Hobbies
The Extracurricular Programme includes Sports ECAs, Performing Arts ECAs and Creative ECAs. Creative ECAs include Origami, Salt Dough, Minecraft, coding and robotics. Academic ECAs include social games such as Board Games, Chess and Card Sharks, and well-being-focused ECAs include Yoga and mindfulness activities like mindful colouring and Flourish club. There are opportunities to perform in concerts and events such as JESStravaganza and annual showcases.

Community & Service
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award includes service to the community. The MaD Award emphasizes making a difference and care, with community and global service. The Extracurricular Programme also features service-oriented opportunities through KHDA's Philanthropic Schools Award. Trips and experiences are used to engage with local and international communities.

Leadership & Professional
Head Students are selected in Year 6 and Year 12. Leadership opportunities exist across school life, and student leadership is encouraged at all levels. The House System and formal student leadership roles provide pathways for developing leadership and collaboration. The school's approach fosters leadership in a range of contexts beyond academics.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is embedded across school life, with a focus on safety, health, achievement, inclusion and personal growth. The Wellbeing programme supports mental and physical health through various initiatives. The Extracurricular Programme includes wellbeing ECAs such as mindful colouring, Flourish club and Yoga. Sport and Physical Education emphasize wellness and fitness as integral to education, and trips and community involvement contribute to students' wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Arabic is taught as a subject; Emirati Nationals are required to take Arabic A. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for non-native English speakers.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Complete the Online Application Form for the child's current year group. JESS Dubai operates waiting lists in most year groups, and FS1 and Year 7 are the main entry points into the school; other year groups may have occasional vacancies only when a current student leaves. Apply for the year group your child is currently in to ensure the correct waiting list placement. Step 2. You will receive an email with details on how to pay the Application Fee (AED 500 – non-refundable). After payment is received, the child is placed on the waiting list. The school notes that demand is high and waiting lists are in operation, particularly for 2025–26. Step 3. Open Entry is a route for candidates who meet specific criteria. If eligible, apply to openentry@jess.sch.ae; applicants meeting criteria may be invited to assessments, performances and interviews. Step 4. If a place is offered, follow the offer procedure outlined in the offer letter andAdmissions Policy. Registration and admission require the Transfer Certificate (TC); attendance cannot proceed without the TC.

Waitlist
JESS Dubai uses waiting lists for most year groups. The school is currently full for 2025-26 with over-subscribed waiting lists. Main entry points into JESS Dubai are FS1 and Year 7, and occasional seats may become available in other year groups only if a current student leaves; overall movement depends on departures. After completing the online application and paying the AED 500 fee, applicants are placed on the waiting list for the relevant year group.
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