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PACE Modern British School has 1,000 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
PACE Modern British School is located in Rashidiya, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Rashidiya is in the eastern part of Dubai, near Deira and Dubai International Airport. The school is accessible via main Rashidiya routes and is near the Dubai Metro Centrepoint station (formerly Rashidiya) for convenient travel. The campus placement within a residential area provides straightforward access to city amenities.
Stages
The school follows the UK British Curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through Secondary, with Year 7 available and a progression path toward GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels. The curriculum covers EYFS and Primary, with explicit intent to extend to secondary qualifications. The school describes its pathway as EYFS to A Levels, indicating continued expansion into secondary.
Type
The school is co-educational (mixed gender). It does not operate with a single-religion ethos and participates as a mixed-gender British-curriculum school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Publicly available data on the exact mix of nationalities is not disclosed. The school indicates an international and inclusive student body, with EAL support; KHDA/AllSchools listings do not publish a nationality breakdown.
Additional learning support
PMBS is an inclusive school. Most pupil needs can be met in the mainstream classroom; individual needs may be addressed via an Individual Education Program (IEP) or an Individual Learning Plan (ILP). EAL support is available, and there is provision for Gifted and Talented students, coordinated by the Head of Inclusion.
Country affiliation
UK British Curriculum with formal affiliation to Cambridge International Examinations. The school aligns with UK curriculum standards and is affiliated with Cambridge International Board.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated; the school follows a secular approach to the curriculum.
School day structure
School timings are 7:45 am to 2:35 pm from Monday to Thursday, and 7:45 am to 11:40 am on Fridays; Saturdays and Sundays are closed.
Bus service
The school offers a transport service with air-conditioned buses covering routes in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
Fees
Annual tuition at PACE Modern British School ranges from AED 20,267 to AED 29,100 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fees
- Registration / New admission entrance: AED 500 (one-time, charged at admission).
Tuition fees (2025–26) — yearly and per-term amounts
- FS1 (Pre-KG): Yearly AED 20,267 — Term 1 AED 9,007; Term 2 AED 5,630; Term 3 AED 5,630. - FS2 (KG1): Yearly AED 20,267 — Term 1 AED 9,007; Term 2 AED 5,630; Term 3 AED 5,630. - Year 1 (KG2): Yearly AED 21,737 — Term 1 AED 9,835; Term 2 AED 5,951; Term 3 AED 5,951. - Year 2 (Grade 1): Yearly AED 21,737 — Term 1 AED 9,835; Term 2 AED 5,951; Term 3 AED 5,951. - Year 3 (Grade 2): Yearly AED 22,787 — Term 1 AED 10,255; Term 2 AED 6,266; Term 3 AED 6,266. - Year 4 (Grade 3): Yearly AED 23,208 — Term 1 AED 10,664; Term 2 AED 6,272; Term 3 AED 6,272. - Year 5 (Grade 4): Yearly AED 24,783 — Term 1 AED 11,293; Term 2 AED 6,745; Term 3 AED 6,745. - Year 6 (Grade 5): Yearly AED 24,783 — Term 1 AED 11,293; Term 2 AED 6,745; Term 3 AED 6,745. - Year 7 (Grade 6): Yearly AED 26,043 — Term 1 AED 11,917; Term 2 AED 7,063; Term 3 AED 7,063. - Year 8 (Grade 7): Yearly AED 27,093 — Term 1 AED 12,337; Term 2 AED 7,378; Term 3 AED 7,378. - Year 9 (Grade 8): Yearly AED 27,430 — Term 1 AED 12,472; Term 2 AED 7,479; Term 3 AED 7,479. - Year 10 (Grade 9): Yearly AED 29,784 — Term 1 AED 13,414; Term 2 AED 8,185; Term 3 AED 8,185.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are published on a per-term basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) and an annual total is shown for each year group; invoicing follows the term structure. - At registration the parent must pay 25% of Term 1 fees to provisionally reserve a seat. Full Term 1 fees must be cleared before the end of June to confirm enrolment. - Book fees, stationery fees and medical fees are mandatory and must be paid with the first installment; these specific charges are designated as non‑refundable.
Transportation fees (annual and per-term)
- Dubai 1: Annual AED 4,500 — Term 1 AED 1,800; Term 2 AED 1,350; Term 3 AED 1,350. - Dubai 2: Annual AED 5,500 — Term 1 AED 2,200; Term 2 AED 1,650; Term 3 AED 1,650. - Dubai 3: Annual AED 6,000 — Term 1 AED 2,400; Term 2 AED 1,800; Term 3 AED 1,800. - Dubai 4: Annual AED 6,500 — Term 1 AED 2,600; Term 2 AED 1,950; Term 3 AED 1,950.
Boarding
- Boarding fees: Not applicable. The school operates as a day school and no boarding fees or boarding options are listed in published admissions and fee materials.
Other costs / additional fees
- Uniforms: AED 600 (optional to purchase from the school store). - After‑school activities: AED 500–3,000 (charged case-by-case, subject to parental consent). - Language support: AED 1,000–2,000 (charged case-by-case). - School photography: Up to AED 1,000. - School trips: AED 100–2,000 (range depends on trip). - The school publishes a 10% special discount on tuition fees for Emirati nationals and a 15% special discount for martyrs' children.
Refund information
- Book fees, stationery fees and medical fees are explicitly stated as mandatory and non‑refundable (to be paid with the first installment). No separate published tuition‑refund schedule appears in the fee structure or admissions policy documents.
Fee payment options
- Published fee and admissions materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card or other online payment platforms are not specified in the posted fee structure or admissions policy). Parents should contact the school's admissions or finance office for the available payment methods.
Notes and conditions
- Fees may be subject to increase if approved by the KHDA and as per the ECI of Dubai. Additions to grades beyond Year 9 are subject to KHDA approval.
Academics
PACE Modern British School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 15.
Curriculum
PACE Modern British School, Dubai follows the UK British Curriculum across Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary and Secondary, culminating in GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels. In Foundation Stage, the curriculum is play-based with Montessori roots and Reggio Emilia influences, organized around seven areas of learning: Communication and Language (with daily phonics using Jolly Phonics), Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. In Primary, Years 1–2 form Key Stage 1 and Years 3–6 form Key Stage 2, using an enquiry-based, question-led approach that links history, geography and science, with daily phonics and mathematics and specialist teaching in sport, IT and art. The Primary programme also provides enrichment through fieldwork, residential trips, and participation in regional and international competitions, with a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme planned from Term 3 in Year 3. In Secondary, the British curriculum continues toward external examinations, with GCSEs and BTECs at Key Stage 4 and A Levels at Key Stage 5 as the qualification pathway. The campus is located in Al Rashidiya, Dubai.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is integrated into PMBS, with Personal, Social and Emotional Development forming a core area of the Foundation Stage and a culture of kindness, resilience, and respect fostered through strong relationships, daily routines, and opportunities for children to express their feelings.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
PMBS is an inclusive school; most pupils' needs are met in the mainstream classroom, with extra support written in an Individual Education Program (IEP) or an Individual Learning Plan (ILP); there is a Head of Inclusion and a team of specialist teachers, qualified SEN coordinators, and over six learning support assistants, with provisions for Gifted and Talented.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Provision is available for pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and this is discussed during the admissions process to determine current level and required support; teachers are expected to meet the learning needs of each student, including EAL pupils.
Mental Wellbeing
PMBS emphasizes pastoral care and safeguarding to provide a safe, caring environment and support for all students; staff induction and safeguarding training, a Designated Safeguarding Person and a Safeguarding Committee reflect the school's commitment to well‑being and protection.
Safeguarding
PMBS has robust safeguarding arrangements, including a Designated Safeguarding Person, a Safeguarding Committee, a Staff Code of Conduct, safer recruitment policies, and clear procedures for reporting concerns; safeguarding is the responsibility of all staff, volunteers, parents and guardians.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Fill out the admissions form with your child's details on the Admissions Open page. 2. The school follows the UK British Curriculum through EYFS, Primary and Secondary, culminating in GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels. 3. The school is located in Rashidiya, Dubai, and is part of the PACE Group with over 22 years of educational experience.
FAQs
What curriculum does PACE Modern British School follow?
PACE Modern British School, Dubai follows the UK British Curriculum across Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Primary and Secondary, culminating in GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels. In Foundation Stage, th...
What age range does PACE Modern British School serve?
The school serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / Registration fees**
- Registration / New admission entrance: AED 500 (one-time, charged at admission).
**Tuition fees (2025–26) — yearly and per-term amounts**
- FS1 (Pre-KG): Year...
What type of school is PACE Modern British School?
PACE Modern British School is a co-educational, day school school.
Where is PACE Modern British School located?
Al Rashidiya, Dubai, UAE...
Does the school offer a bus service?
The school offers a transport service with air-conditioned buses covering routes in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
Is the school religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is stated; the school follows a secular approach to the curriculum.
Does the school provide learning support?
PMBS is an inclusive school; most pupils' needs are met in the mainstream classroom, with extra support written in an Individual Education Program (IEP) or an Individual Learning Plan (ILP); there is ...
What languages are taught?
Literacy in the Foundation Stage uses Jolly Phonics as part of the literacy programme. The curriculum follows the UK British Curriculum from EYFS through A Levels. English as an Additional Language (E...
How many students attend the school?
PACE Modern British School has approximately 1000 students.
What is the admissions process?
1) Fill out the admissions form with your child's details on the Admissions Open page. 2) The school follows the UK British Curriculum through EYFS, Primary and Secondary, culminating in GCSEs, BTECs...
