St Mary High School – Muhaisnah

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, BTEC Qualification

Taught languages English, Arabic, French

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

St Mary High School Muhaisnah is a Dubai-based primary and secondary school serving ages 3 to 18. The school follows the British curriculum framework, delivering Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, and a BTEC Qualification. Established in 2015 and part of the St. Mary's Group of Schools, it provides a foundation-to-IGCSE progression, with AS/A Levels and BTECs introduced in 2024. The campus is located in Muhaisnah, UAE, and operates within the United Arab Emirates education system. The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and is integrated with the UAE National Agenda for Education, ensuring alignment with national priorities. The school emphasizes independent thinking, resilience, and problem solving, and upholds a culture of mutual respect under Principal Stephen Sibthorpe. The last inspection rated the school Good. The school aims to provide a safe, healthy, and happy learning environment with a broad, deep, and balanced program.

stmarysmuhaisnah.com

22 Street Corner 27 Street, Community 245, Muhaisnah 4, P.O. Box 69141, Dubai, UAE

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The Essentials

Location

St Mary High School Muhaisnah is located in Muhaisnah 4, Dubai. The full address is 22 Street Corner 27 Street, Community 245, Muhaisnah 4, Dubai, UAE, P.O. Box 69141. The contact number is +971-4-2614014 and the email is info-smm@smgeducation.org.

Stages

The school serves students aged 3–16, providing Foundation through to IGCSE. Since 2024, AS, A Levels and BTECs are also offered.

Additional learning support

An inclusive education approach supports diverse learners.

Country affiliation

United Arab Emirates

Religious affiliation

Catholic

School day structure

Regular timings: EYFS Mon-Thu 7:15 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.; Fri 7:10 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. Primary & Secondary: Mon 7:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Tue-Thu 7:15 a.m. – 2:20 p.m.; Fri 7:10 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.

Bus service

The official bus service is School Transportation Services LLC (STS). STS provides pick-ups and drop-offs across most major neighborhoods in the UAE with a GPS-enabled, CCTV-surveilled fleet. The School Transport Services Service Delivery Executive is Nitish Sreeharshan (nitish.sreeharshan@sts-group.com, +971 52 998 9727).

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Fees

Application & enrolment fees
- Application (assessment) fee: AED 500, payable at time of application.
- New-student enrolment fee: up to 10% of the annual tuition fee, non-refundable and deductible from the first-term fee.
- Re-enrolment fee for existing students: up to 5% of the annual tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non-refundable and deductible from the first-term fee.

Tuition fees (annual and term breakdown) — academic year referenced below
- Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) / Foundation Stage 2 (FS2): Annual AED 12,498. Term breakdown (40% / 30% / 30%): Term 1 AED 4,999; Term 2 AED 3,750; Term 3 AED 3,749.
- Year 1 / Year 2 / Year 3: Annual AED 14,770. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 5,908; Term 2 AED 4,431; Term 3 AED 4,431.
- Year 4 / Year 5 / Year 6: Annual AED 15,906. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 6,362; Term 2 AED 4,772; Term 3 AED 4,772.
- Year 7 / Year 8 / Year 9: Annual AED 17,043. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 6,817; Term 2 AED 5,113; Term 3 AED 5,113.
- Year 10 / Year 11: Annual AED 19,479. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 7,792; Term 2 AED 5,844; Term 3 AED 5,843.
- Year 12 (Post‑16): Annual AED 23,860. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 9,544; Term 2 AED 7,158; Term 3 AED 7,158.
- Year 13 (Post‑16): Annual AED 24,177. Term breakdown: Term 1 AED 9,671; Term 2 AED 7,253; Term 3 AED 7,253.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing: fees are payable in three termly instalments using a 40% / 30% / 30% split (Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3). Term 1 therefore carries a higher proportion.
- Enrolment and re-enrolment charges (see above) are deducted from the first-term fee where applicable.
- Accepted payment channels: Skiply app, bank transfer / direct deposit, credit card, cheque, or cash at the school cashier. Parents must forward bank transfer/deposit slips showing student name and ID to the school cashier email. Current‑dated cheques should be made payable to the school as instructed. Specific bank account details and IBAN are used for direct deposits.

Boarding fees
- Boarding: Not applicable — the school operates as a day school and does not list boarding as an option.

Other costs and optional service fees
- Uniform: AED 500 to AED 752 (range for required uniform items).
- Books: AED 350 to AED 4,050 (books range increases for higher year groups where applicable).
- Stationery: AED 470 to AED 550 (range as applicable by year group).
- Laptop / digital device (where applicable in higher years): AED 1,500 to AED 3,500.
- Transport: AED 5,900 to AED 7,665 (range depends on route/area and is charged as an optional service).
- Medical cover (optional): AED 220 to AED 265.
- Extracurricular activities and enrichment: generally AED 190 to AED 350 depending on activity.
- School trips: AED 200 to AED 245 per trip (estimates vary by trip). Class photographs, costumes for events, national testing fees and other small charges are billed as applicable (ranges shown on the school's fee materials).

Refund information
- Enrolment fees and re-enrolment fees are non-refundable; re-enrolment fees are either up to 5% of tuition or AED 500 (whichever is higher) and are deductible from the first-term fees where applicable. New-student enrolment payments (up to 10% of tuition) are non-refundable and deductible from the first-term fees. Specific refund arrangements for paid tuition after a student has commenced are governed by the school's enrolment terms.

Fee payment options and instructions
- Preferred online payment option: Skiply app for general transactions.
- Bank transfer / direct deposit: First Abu Dhabi Bank (Mirdif branch) account details and IBAN are used for fee transfers; parents must email a copy of the transfer/deposit slip with the student's name and Student ID to the school cashier email. Current‑dated cheques should be made payable exactly as instructed by the school and can be submitted at the school fee counter; cash payments are accepted at the cashier.

(For clarity: instalment term amounts above follow the school's standard 40/30/30 split and have been displayed per grade as whole‑dirham figures.)

Academics

Curriculum

The school offers the British curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, serving students aged 3–16, and has been offering AS, A Levels and BTECs since 2024, with a seamless progression from Foundation through to IGCSEs.

Exam Results

The school has excellent examination results.

Higher Education Progression

Post-16 AS/A Levels and BTEC are offered since 2024.

Wellbeing

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Admissions

Step 1: ONLINE REGISTRATION. Online application is available on stmarysmuhaisnah.com and must be submitted within the specified dates. Applications are accepted online only; applications will not be called for admissions, entrance screening, or interviews unless the online registration is complete. The registration number provided after submission should be kept for reference.

Step 2: ENTRANCE SCREENING AND INTERVIEW. All applicants with complete applications will receive an email inviting them to the Entrance Screening and Interview. For students from Year 1 to Year 9, there is an Entrance Screening in Mathematics and English. EYFS 1 and EYFS 2 applicants have an informal interview as part of the process.

Step 3: APPLICATION RESULT NOTIFICATION. Offers are communicated by email; the school is not responsible for incorrect email addresses provided on the application form, so parents should ensure the email is written clearly. Do not call the school to check the status; all communications occur via email.

Step 4: ENROLMENT OFFER. Offers of Enrolment will be sent through email to successful applicants. Please confirm the admission of your child by the dates mentioned in the email at the latest. Otherwise, places will be given to other students on waiting list.

Step 5: ENROLMENT. Enrolment is on a First-Come-First Saved basis. You will be notified of Enrolment completion dates, and payment must be made within the stated time to secure the place. If payment is not made on time, the offer may be withdrawn and the place offered to a student on the waiting list. Prepare all required enrolment documents as mentioned.

Waitlist

Waitlist: Places are limited each year and demand often exceeds seats. Offers are sent by email to successful applicants; if not confirmed by the deadline, places will be offered to students on the waiting list. Enrolment is on a First-Come-First Saved basis, and if payment for Enrolment is not made during the time period mentioned, the place will be offered to other children on the waiting list.

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FAQs

Where is St Mary High School Muhaisnah located and what age range does it serve?

St Mary High School Muhaisnah is located in Muhaisnah 4, Dubai at 22 Street Corner 27 Street, Community 245, Muhaisnah 4 (P.O. Box 69141). It serves students aged 3 to 18, from Foundation through to IGCSE, and since 2024 offers AS/A Levels and BTECs. The school operates as a co‑educational day school and opened in 2015.

What curriculum does the school follow and is it a day or boarding school?

The school follows the British National Curriculum, with a progression from Foundation through IGCSE. Since 2024, AS, A Levels and BTECs have been introduced for Post‑16 study. It is a day school and does not offer boarding.

What are the application and enrolment fees, and how is tuition billed?

The application fee is AED 500. New‑student enrolment is up to 10% of the annual tuition, while re‑enrolment is up to 5% of annual tuition (or AED 500), both non‑refundable and deductible from the first‑term fee. Tuition is billed in three terms on a 40% / 30% / 30% split, with multiple payment channels including the Skiply app, bank transfer, credit card, cheque, or cash.

How does the admissions process work and is there a waitlist?

Admissions are online, and complete applicants are invited to Entrance Screening and Interview (mathematics and English for Years 1–9; EYFS has an informal interview). Offers are emailed to applicants, and enrolment is on a First‑Come‑First‑Saved basis. If a deadline is not met, places may be offered to students on the waiting list.

What transport options are available and what are other costs?

The official bus service is provided by School Transportation Services LLC (STS), with GPS and CCTV on the fleet. Transport costs vary by route (roughly AED 5,900–7,665 per year). Other costs include uniform (AED 500–752), books (AED 350–4,050), stationery (AED 470–550), a laptop/digital device for higher years (AED 1,500–3,500), and occasional trips (AED 200–245 per trip).

What progression does the school offer from Foundation to Post‑16?

The school delivers the British curriculum from Foundation through to IGCSE. Since 2024, it offers Post‑16 options including AS/A Levels and BTECs for students continuing beyond year 11.

How are exam results and higher education pathways?

The school reports excellent examination results. For post‑16 study, students can pursue AS/A Levels and BTECs to prepare for higher education.

What wellbeing and inclusion support does the school offer?

St Mary Muhaisnah runs an Inclusive Education program with an Inclusion Team and a Specialist Teacher to support students with additional needs. It also provides a Wellbeing program and Pastoral Care to support social, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

Is St Mary Muhaisnah a boarding school and who governs it?

Boarding is not offered; the school is part of St. Mary's Group of Schools and is governed by the Catholic Church in the UAE under the leadership of the Vicar Apostolic.

What is the governance and religious affiliation?

St Mary Muhaisnah is a Catholic school within the St. Mary's Group of Schools (SMG). The schools are managed and operated by the Catholic Church in the UAE under the Vicar Apostolic, currently Bishop Paolo Martinelli.

What is the inspection rating and general reputation?

The last inspection rated the school as Good. The school is also noted for excellent examination results.

What languages are taught at IGCSE and how have students performed?

Languages taught at IGCSE include Arabic, French, and English. Arabic IGCSE had a 100% pass rate in 2022, French IGCSE 100% pass rate in 2023, and English results were strong with English Language A at 96% and English Literature at 100%.

Are English Language and English Literature both taught at IGCSE and how did they perform?

Yes, English Language and English Literature are taught at IGCSE. English Language A achieved 96% and English Literature 100% in recent IGCSE results.

What is the school community like and how can parents get involved?

St Mary Muhaisnah is part of the St. Mary's Group of Schools, established in 2015, with a values‑based and inclusive ethos. The Parents & Students community is represented by FOSMM, and families are encouraged to engage with school activities and SMG events.

What is the parent community structure and where does it sit within SMG?

The school's parent community is organized under FOSMM (Friends of St Mary Muhaisnah) within SMG, linking parents and students across the St. Mary's Group of Schools for events, communications, and involvement.

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