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Sunmarke School has 1,889 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.
Location
Sunmarke School is located in District 5, Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, behind the Limitless Building on Al Khail Road. The campus sits in a quiet Dubai suburb with good road access to major residential areas. It is convenient for families living near Emirates Hills, Meadows, Springs, Arabian Ranches, Jumeirah Park, Dubai Marina and Dubai Sports City. Address: Behind Limitless Building, Al Khail Road, District 5, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Dubai, UAE.
Stages
Sunmarke offers five levels: Nursery (ages 45 days to 3 years), Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS, ages 3-5), Primary (ages 5-11), Secondary (ages 11-16), and Sixth Form (ages 16-18).
Type
Co-educational day school. The school serves both boys and girls and operates as a day school rather than a boarding institution.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Sunmarke has a highly international student body with 90+ nationalities represented; the largest proportion of students comes from the United Kingdom.
Additional learning support
The Achievement Centre – Inclusion Department provides inclusive education with a range of additional provisions for students with SEND, including literacy and mathematics interventions, speaking and listening, social skills, motor skills, directed studies, and SEND-focused extra-curricular activities. There is 1:1 Learning Support Assistant support, and a network of external providers for assessments and therapies as needed.
Country affiliation
Not affiliated with a specific country. The school offers both the British Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Religious affiliation
Not specified.
School day structure
Sunmarke follows a full-day schedule: Foundation Stage starts at 7:40 am and ends around 1:30 pm; Primary runs 7:40 am–3:10 pm; Secondary runs 7:40 am–3:10 pm. Fridays are shorter (finishing around 11:45 am). Aftercare is available for Foundation Stage 1 to Year 2 until 5 pm.
Bus service
Sunmarke uses an independent third-party bus operator, My Bus Transport Services LLC, to run the school transport. Buses operate from various parts of Dubai to the school and fees are paid in advance each term. Routes cover numerous areas, and there is a published fee schedule per area.
Fees
Annual tuition at Sunmarke School ranges from AED 53,040 to AED 88,538 for 2026/27.
Application & assessment fees - One‑time application and assessment fee: AED 525. This fee is payable on submission of the application and is non‑refundable.
Acceptance / deposit and re‑enrolment fees - Acceptance fee (new students): 10% of the annual tuition fee. This acceptance fee is non‑refundable, must be paid within five days of the offer, and is deducted from the tuition fee for the term of joining. - Re‑enrolment fee (returning students): 5% of the annual tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher). This re‑enrolment fee is non‑refundable and is due at the start of Term 3 of the current academic year (the school lists the start of Term 3 as the re‑enrolment due date).
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term amounts for the 2025–2026 academic year) — amounts in AED - Foundation Stage 1 (age 3–4): Annual AED 53,040. Term 1 AED 21,216; Term 2 AED 15,912; Term 3 AED 15,912. - Foundation Stage 2 (age 4–5): Annual AED 58,164. Term 1 AED 23,266; Term 2 AED 17,449; Term 3 AED 17,449. - Year 1 (age 5–6): Annual AED 65,844. Term 1 AED 26,338; Term 2 AED 19,753; Term 3 AED 19,753. - Year 2 (age 6–7): Annual AED 65,939. Term 1 AED 26,376; Term 2 AED 19,782; Term 3 AED 19,782. - Year 3 (age 7–8): Annual AED 66,824. Term 1 AED 26,730; Term 2 AED 20,047; Term 3 AED 20,047. - Year 4 (age 8–9): Annual AED 66,920. Term 1 AED 26,768; Term 2 AED 20,076; Term 3 AED 20,076. - Year 5 (age 9–10): Annual AED 66,980. Term 1 AED 26,792; Term 2 AED 20,094; Term 3 AED 20,094. - Year 6 (age 10–11): Annual AED 66,982. Term 1 AED 26,793; Term 2 AED 20,095; Term 3 AED 20,095. - Year 7 (age 11–12): Annual AED 82,676. Term 1 AED 33,070; Term 2 AED 24,803; Term 3 AED 24,803. - Year 8 (age 12–13): Annual AED 82,755. Term 1 AED 33,101; Term 2 AED 24,827; Term 3 AED 24,827. - Year 9 (age 13–14): Annual AED 82,876. Term 1 AED 33,150; Term 2 AED 24,863; Term 3 AED 24,863. - Year 10 (age 14–15): Annual AED 86,860. Term 1 AED 34,744; Term 2 AED 26,058; Term 3 AED 26,058. - Year 11 (age 15–16): Annual AED 86,985. Term 1 AED 34,793; Term 2 AED 26,096; Term 3 AED 26,096. - Year 12 (age 16–17): Annual AED 88,411. Term 1 AED 35,365; Term 2 AED 26,523; Term 3 AED 26,523. - Year 13 (age 17–18): Annual AED 88,538. Term 1 AED 35,416; Term 2 AED 26,561; Term 3 AED 26,561.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Term due dates: Autumn term due 1 August; Spring term due 15 November; Summer term due 15 February. Re‑enrolment charge is due on the first day of Term 3. - Acceptance fee (10% deposit) must be paid within five days of the offer and is offset against the tuition for the joining term. Several fees are explicitly stated as non‑refundable (application/assessment fee, acceptance fee, re‑enrolment fee).
Payment methods and account details - Accepted payment channels: credit card via the school's secure VLE (desktop or mobile app), bank transfer (wire), or in‑person payment at the school accounts office by cash, credit card or cheque (payable to Sunmarke School). Fees for trips and activities are collected online via the VLE when those activities occur. Proof of bank transfers should be emailed to the school as required. - Bank details provided for wire transfers on the school's fee information: Account name Sunmarke School LLC; National Bank of Fujairah PJSC, Jebel Ali branch; Account number 012000921414; IBAN AE220380000012000921414; SWIFT NBFUAEAFDXB. Email proof of payment as instructed by the school.
Boarding fees - Sunmarke School operates as a day school; boarding is not listed as a provision. There are no boarding fees applicable.
Other costs and separately charged items - Exam fees: GCSE, BTEC, IB and A‑Level examination fees are charged separately (not included in the tuition amounts). - Transport and dining: Optional transportation and dining services are provided by third‑party providers and are charged separately. - After‑school activities and ECAs: Some after‑school activities are provided by third‑party providers and are charged separately; the school runs both free and paid ECAs. Fees for these paid third‑party activities are additional. - Uniform: School uniform and accessories are purchased separately from the Sunmarke Uniform Shop (on campus) or via the school's online uniform store; uniform costs are charged at the point of purchase and are not included in tuition. No fixed uniform price list is published on the main fees page. - Student individual needs support: Additional charges may apply for individual needs support where applicable; this is listed as chargeable separately from tuition. - Educational visits and special events: Costs for visits and events are charged separately when they occur.
Sibling discounts and transfer / special transfer fees - Sibling discounts are offered for families with more than one child enrolled for a complete academic year. The published scheme applies reductions to the third‑term tuition of the relevant siblings (details and limits are published by the school). Discounts and special fee structures for transferring students (for example from Regent International School) are separately published by the school.
Refund information (applicable items listed by the school) - The school explicitly identifies the following as non‑refundable: the application & assessment fee (AED 525), the acceptance fee (10% deposit), and the re‑enrolment fee (5% or AED 500). Other refunds (for example tuition refunds on withdrawal) are not detailed on the fee summary page; the school's terms and admission documents set the detailed contractual rules that apply to withdrawals, refunds and fee adjustments.
Notes on invoices and contacts for fee queries - For questions about fees, invoices, or discounts the school gives admissions and accounts contact details and requests proof of bank transfers be emailed as instructed. The school lists telephone +971 (04) 423 8900 and provides email contacts for admissions and payments. Use the admissions or accounts contacts the school provides for official invoice or payment instructions.
Academics
Sunmarke School teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Sunmarke School in Dubai offers both British Curriculum pathways and the International Baccalaureate (IB) track, alongside BTECs. The school runs from Foundation Stage (Nursery–FS2) through Primary (Years 1–6), Secondary (Years 7–11), and Sixth Form (Years 12–13). Primary subjects include English, Mathematics, STEAM, Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Modern Foreign Languages (French/Mandarin), with Art & Design, Computing, Music, and Physical Education, plus a SPACE-X STEAM project focus. Secondary offers GCSE/IGCSE and BTEC Level 2 qualifications, with Arabic A (Edexcel International GCSE First Language) among the options. Six Form options include the IB Diploma Programme, A-Levels, the IB Careers-Related Programme, and BTEC Level 3. The Global Language Programme delivers Hindi from EYFS to Year 6 and Mandarin from EYFS to Year 9, with culture integration and progression toward external qualifications in Mandarin.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Sunmarke School implements Positive Education (PosEd) across all phases from EYFS to Year 13 to foster wellbeing, character development, and academic achievement. The PosEd approach is grounded in Positive Psychology and is designed to improve wellbeing, resilience, emotional intelligence, and a sense of purpose across the school. A Counselling Department provides compassionate care with a School Counsellor available to both students and parents. A Wellbeing Champion represents school leadership in the Parent Association, and Wellness Wednesday events address topics such as strength-based parenting and digital wellbeing. Wellbeing resources are accessible via the VLE, and the Environment & Sustainability Programme includes outdoor wellbeing activities like Forest School and the Zen Garden to support stress reduction and resilience.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Achievement Centre – Inclusion Department leads inclusive education for Sunmarke's students from EYFS to Secondary, in close collaboration with parents, teachers and external specialists. The Inclusion Policy defines the main learner groups the school supports as SEND (Students of Determination), ELL, AEN, and Wellbeing concerns, and outlines an inclusive framework. The school provides interventions for literacy and mathematics, speaking and listening, social and motor skills, directed studies, and SEND-specific extra-curricular activities, with Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) supporting learning and participation and the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with students, teachers and parents. The school maintains a network of external providers (e.g., speech and language therapy, occupational therapy) and offers 1:1 LSA support as needed, with ELL support coordinated within the inclusion framework. The Fortes English Language Programme offers intensive EAL support with cross-curricular immersion focusing on academic English, and ELL learners may access FELP classes or small group/1:1 targeted sessions via the Wellbeing team for social-emotional development. Sunmarke is an inclusive school rather than a specialist SEN institution, guided by the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework and supported by an Inclusion Team and external partnerships.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Fortes English Language Programme is Sunmarke's intensive EAL provision, delivered as cross-curricular immersion with a focus on academic English and everyday language learned across subjects such as Art, Drama, PE and Music. English Language Learners can access FELP classes or small group and/or 1:1 targeted sessions, coordinated with the Wellbeing team to support social-emotional development. The Inclusion Department collaborates with parents and staff to plan language support and to track progress for EAL learners. The Fortes English Language Programme is designed to accelerate language acquisition and enable subject-specific English across the curriculum.
Mental Wellbeing
Positive Education is the school's framework for mental wellbeing, with a whole-school approach to nurturing wellbeing, resilience, and character. The Counselling Department provides dedicated support, with a School Counsellor available to students and families. A Wellbeing Champion represents leadership in the Parent Association, and Wellness Wednesday events raise awareness on topics such as strength-based parenting and digital wellbeing. Wellbeing resources and support are accessible via the VLE for students in EYFS, Primary and Secondary. Outdoor and nature-based elements of the Environment & Sustainability Programme, including Forest School and Zen Garden, contribute to mental wellbeing by reducing stress and promoting focus and resilience.
Safeguarding
The Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy commits to promoting children's rights and protecting them from harm, aligning with Wadeema's Law and Keeping Children Safe in Education, with mandatory reporting for residents. The policy emphasizes prevention through a positive school climate and pastoral support, and requires staff training and a secure reporting system (CPOMS) for safeguarding concerns, overseen by the Designated Safeguarding Lead. Roles and responsibilities for safeguarding include a Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputies, with annual reporting to the Board and robust recruitment checks and training for staff. Parents can obtain a copy of the policy via the VLE or request one, and the policy is also available on the Sunmarke site. Appendices and procedures, including safeguarding team posters and references to external guidelines, support ongoing safeguarding practice.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit an online application through the Apply Online portal. The Apply Online option is available on the Sunmarke homepage. The online portal serves as the entry point to the admissions process. After submission, families begin their engagement with Sunmarke's admissions.
2. Schedule a visit through the Schedule a Visit option. Schedule a Visit is available in the Admissions section. A campus visit provides an opportunity to view facilities and to ask questions in person. This visit complements the online application.
3. Review Tuition Fees and Scholarships. Sunmarke publishes Tuition Fees for families, and Scholarships are available. Details about eligibility and the application process are provided by the school. Consider scholarship options as part of the admissions planning.
4. Re-enrol Online. Current families can re-enrol online using the Re-enrol Online option in Admissions. Re-enrolment supports continued attendance and keeps records up to date. The Re-enrol Online page provides the steps for re-enrolment.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available at Sunmarke. Details about eligibility, categories, and the application process are provided by the school.
FAQs
What curriculum does Sunmarke School follow?
Sunmarke School follows the British curriculum from Nursery through Sixth Form. Post-16 options include the IB Diploma Programme, A-Levels, and BTECs, giving students flexible pathways to university.
What are the tuition fees at Sunmarke School?
Annual tuition fees range from AED 53,040 to AED 88,538 depending on year group. An application fee of AED 525 applies, with an acceptance fee of 10% of annual tuition for new students.
How diverse is the student body?
Sunmarke School has over 1,889 students from 90+ nationalities, with the largest proportion from the United Kingdom, making it one of the most diverse schools in Dubai.
What SEN support does Sunmarke provide?
The Achievement Centre Inclusion Department provides support for SEND, ELL, and AEN students with interventions in literacy, mathematics, speaking, social skills, and motor skills. The school has an Inclusion Governor and Champion.
Does Sunmarke have an EAL programme?
Yes, the Fortes English Language Programme (FELP) provides intensive EAL support through cross-curricular immersion focusing on academic and everyday English across subjects like Art, Drama, PE, and Music.
What is Positive Education at Sunmarke?
Sunmarke implements Positive Education across all phases to foster wellbeing, character development, resilience, and emotional intelligence. It is grounded in Positive Psychology and runs from EYFS to Year 13.
What sports facilities does Sunmarke have?
Facilities include a FIFA 18-sized football pitch, a 200-metre athletics running track, two swimming pools, tennis, basketball, volleyball and netball courts, and two multipurpose halls.
What academic facilities are available?
The campus has nine science labs, five design technology labs, three libraries with media centres, three fine arts labs, a drama studio, a 600-seat auditorium, and TV and radio production studios.
What is the House system at Sunmarke?
Students are placed in one of four houses: Lions, Tigers, Leopards, and Panthers. Regular house competitions and points lead to recognition, fostering teamwork and healthy competition.
Does Sunmarke offer language programmes?
English is the primary language of instruction. Hindi and Mandarin are taught through the Global Language Programme with immersion-based learning approaches.
Is there a parent association?
Yes, Friends of Sunmarke School (FOSS) is the parent association that coordinates community events throughout the year including Movie Night, World Culture Day, and other activities.
What are the school hours?
The school operates Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., providing an extended day that includes curriculum time and after-school activities.
How do I apply to Sunmarke School?
Submit an online application through the school portal, schedule a campus visit to learn about the curriculum and community, then complete the assessment and enrolment process.
Does Sunmarke offer scholarships?
Yes, scholarships are available at Sunmarke. The school provides details about eligibility, categories, and the application process directly to prospective families.
