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Springdales School Dubai has instruction in English.
Location
Springdales School Dubai is located in Al Quoz 4, near Jumeirah University in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus comprises three classroom complexes for KG, Primary and Secondary and includes on-site bus parking. The facilities reflect the school's emphasis on sport and science, including track facilities and an indoor pool.
Stages
Education runs from Pre-KG to Grade 12. The school is structured into four phases: Foundation Phase (Kindergarten), Preparatory Phase (Primary), Middle Phase, and Secondary Phase.
Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a private day school. It does not offer boarding facilities.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school roll is 1,356 students; Emirati students number 0. The largest nationality group among students is Indian. The exact number of nationalities represented is not disclosed in the inspection report.
Additional learning support
SAWA, the Inclusion Department, provides inclusive education for Students of Determination, English language learners, and Able, Gifted and Talented (AGT) students. Services include academic, social-emotional and life-skills support, a Sensory Room, in-house speech therapy, psychological support, EAL and AGT programs, parent training, and examination accommodations; alternative subjects may be offered from Grade 9 onward. The Inclusion policy follows the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework and CBSE guidelines.
Country affiliation
Affiliated to CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education, India). The UAE Ministry of Education recognises and approves the school.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation; the school admits students of all faiths.
School day structure
The school day typically runs from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Bus service
A school bus service is provided and operated by Guardian One Passengers Transport by Rented Buses LLC. Bus fees are published by zone for one-way and two-way travel; zones cover areas such as Al Khail, Al Qouz, Jumeirah 3 and 4, and many other parts of Dubai. Cheques related to transport are issued in favour of Guardian One Passengers Transport by Rented Buses LLC.
Fees
Annual tuition at Springdales School Dubai ranges from AED 14,534 to AED 32,960 for 2026/27.
Application and enrolment fees
- Application (assessment) fee for new students: AED 500. - Enrolment fee (new students): up to 10% of the tuition fee, non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees. - Re‑enrolment fee for existing students: up to 5% of the tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.
Tuition fees by year group (full annual amount and term breakdown) — Academic Year 2025–2026
- Pre‑KG: Annual payable AED 14,534; Term 1 (Apr–Jun) AED 4,360; Term 2 (Sept–Dec) AED 5,814; Term 3 (Jan–Mar) AED 4,360. (Annual published figure before discount shown as AED 19,379 with a 25% discount applied.)
- KG‑1: Annual payable AED 16,249; Term 1 AED 4,875; Term 2 AED 6,500; Term 3 AED 4,875. (Published tuition AED 20,312 with 20% discount applied.)
- KG‑2: Annual payable AED 20,312; Term 1 AED 6,093; Term 2 AED 8,125; Term 3 AED 6,093.
- Grade 1 & 2: Annual payable AED 22,567; Term 1 AED 6,770; Term 2 AED 9,027; Term 3 AED 6,770.
- Grade 3, 4 & 5: Annual payable AED 25,953; Term 1 AED 7,786; Term 2 AED 10,381; Term 3 AED 7,786.
- Grade 6, 7 & 8: Annual payable AED 28,210; Term 1 AED 8,463; Term 2 AED 11,284; Term 3 AED 8,463.
- Grade 9: Annual payable AED 30,144; Term 1 AED 9,043; Term 2 AED 12,058; Term 3 AED 9,043.
- Grade 10 & 11: Annual payable AED 31,540; Term 1 AED 9,462; Term 2 AED 12,616; Term 3 AED 9,462.
- Grade 12: Annual payable AED 32,960; Term 1 AED 9,888; Term 2 AED 13,184; Term 3 AED 9,888.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic year is divided into three terms: Term 1 (April–June), Term 2 (September–December) and Term 3 (January–March). - Standard cheque due dates for each term: Term 1 — 1 March (corresponding academic year); Term 2 — 1 August; Term 3 — 1 December. Parents may pay the full academic year or follow the term schedule. - Alternative timing: payment by bank transfer, cash or credit card for the entire term is required to be received by the school no later than one month before the term starts. - Mid‑year / late joining rules: fees for a joining term are calculated pro rata depending on duration attended (less than two weeks = one month's fee payable; more than two weeks but less than one month = two months' fee; more than one month = full term fee). One month's fee is calculated as the annual fee divided over ten months. - Dishonoured cheque fee: AED 315 per returned cheque. The school may suspend attendance and take action under KHDA rules if payment is not received.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed among provided services and no boarding fees are published; boarding is not applicable.
Other costs and optional fees
- Uniform: estimated AED 250–500 (not refundable). - Stationery / required supplies: estimated AED 300–500. - Student ID card replacement: AED 50. - Transport (optional): AED 4,300–7,300 depending on route. - Medical fee (optional/standard charge): AED 300. - School trips: AED 170–270 per trip (typical range). - Annual Day / events: AED 200–250. - Class photograph: AED 80–90. - Extracurricular activities (where charged separately): AED 200–400. - Referral / partnership discounts or credits may apply as per published discount schemes (examples shown as AED 1,000 in certain schemes). Sibling discounts apply (First sibling 10%, Second sibling 15%, Third sibling 20%).
Refund information
- Registration/application fees are non‑refundable but will be adjusted against term fees if admission is confirmed. Re‑registration and registration fees cannot be carried forward or adjusted towards sibling fees. - If a student who has presented payment decides not to attend, written notice must be received by the Admissions Office no later than the start of the first day of the term to qualify for refund of fees paid in excess of registration/re‑registration fees; registration/re‑registration fees remain non‑refundable. - Refunds during a term are calculated on attendance: less than two weeks = one month's fee payable and remainder of term refunded; more than two weeks but less than one month = two months' fee payable and remainder refunded; more than one month = full term fee payable. Refunds are calculated from the start of the term to the date the formal withdrawal request is received (withdrawal form), not from the last day of attendance. A minimum 30 days written notice is required for withdrawal to allow documentation and refunds to be processed. Educational materials, uniform and sundry expenses are not refundable.
Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: cash, credit/debit card, cheque, online payment and bank transfer. Cheques should be made in favour of Springdales School L.L.C. - Bank transfer details (for payments to the school): - Account Name: Springdales School L.L.C - Bank: National Bank of Fujairah - Account No.: 012000897448 - IBAN: AE170380000012000897448 - Branch: Jebel Ali - SWIFT Code: NBFUAEAFJBA - City/Country: Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Notes on discounts and pricing
- The school published specific early‑payment, corporate and other discount schemes (for example early payment up to 3%, corporate discounts, and referral credits) and also stated it requested no tuition increase for AY 2025–2026; check applicable eligibility before assuming a discount. Sibling discount percentages and other discount schemes are published in the fee fact sheet.
Academics
Springdales School Dubai teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Springdales School Dubai uses the CBSE Central Board of Secondary Education Indian Curriculum, with a Foundation Phase (Pre-K to Grade 2) based on a modified EYFS approach that incorporates Indian and UAE cultural influences. The Preparatory Phase (Primary) covers Grades 3–5 and is mapped against the UK National Curriculum while preparing students for entry to the CBSE pathway. The Middle School (Grades 6–8) includes English, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, a second language (Hindi or French), Arabic, UAE Social Studies, Computer Studies, Robotics with Art, Music, Dance, Physical Education and Life Skills; Islamic Education is mandatory for Muslim students and Moral, Social and Cultural Studies (MSCS) is required per KHDA. The Secondary School (Grades 9–12) follows the CBSE framework, with five core subjects in Grade 10 (English, Mathematics, Social Science, Science and a second language), plus Arabic, Physical Education and Computer Studies; Islamic Education is mandatory for Muslims and MSCS is included, with assessment aligned to CBSE and the AISE at the end of Grade 10. In Grades 11–12, students select from a pool of subjects (including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Psychology, Hindustani Vocal Music and Physical Education) and participate in a Work Education programme (Robotics, MATLAB, Python, Tally) with career guidance to support university progression; KHDA notes that alternative pathways such as IGCSE/AS/A2 levels are being pursued.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL at Springdales Dubai is supported by a Universally Taught Wellbeing Curriculum aligned with the CBSE curriculum and KHDA Wellbeing Framework, a school‑wide emphasis on positive mental health, staff training on mental health, Student Wellbeing Champions, and Individual Care Plans for students.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN is supported by SAWA, the Inclusion Department, which serves Students of Determination, English language learners, and Able, Gifted and Talented students with academic and social‑emotional support, life skills training, a sensory room, in‑house speech therapy (in collaboration with outside agency), psychological support, parent training, examination accommodations, and access to alternative subjects from grade 9.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
EAL support is provided through SAWA with differentiated teaching, targeted interventions, and peer support to help English language learners gain confidence, access the full curriculum, and participate in school life.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is central to the Wellbeing Policy, which aims to promote positive mental health and emotional wellbeing for all students, staff, and families; it features a Wellbeing Curriculum aligned with KHDA and CBSE, staff training, Wellbeing Champions, Individual Care Plans, and a Mental Health Support Line with listed agencies.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is governed by the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, with designated safeguarding leads (e.g., Ms. Nesly Mohammed as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and deputy leads across phases), direct reporting contacts, the Dubai Police Child Protection Hotline (800‑243), local safeguarding partners, and a four‑part framework (safeguarding, prevention, protection, and appropriate support); the next policy review is planned for June 2026.
Admissions
Admissions
The school is recognized and approved by the UAE Ministry of Education and is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (India). The academic year runs from April to March, and the school admits students of all abilities, faiths and nationalities. The CBSE curriculum pathway is offered, with plans to introduce Cambridge (IGCSE), AS/A2 and vocational pathways. The school is regulated by KHDA and a School-Parent Contract must be signed by all admitting parents.
