The English College Dubai

The English College Dubai uses an online application process. To apply, submit an Admissions Enquiry and complete the Online Application Form for each child; the Admissions Team contacts you within 24 hours. After submitting, provide the documents requested: from Year 1 onwards, the most recent school report and the last end-of-year report are required, and any learning support reports (such as IEPs or external assessments) should be submitted if applicable. Pay the application fee, then sign and return the Offer Letter with a non‑refundable tuition fee deposit of 10% of the annual fees, which is deducted from the first term's tuition. If a year group has no places, the child is placed on a waiting list. An entrance assessment is scheduled after the documents and fee are received: Foundation Stage 1 to Year 2 undertake a 60–90 minute informal observation/assessment, and Year 3 to Year 6 complete a computer-based cognitive ability assessment (CAT4); in some cases additional reports or an interview may be required. Successful applicants receive an offer by email, and acceptance is via returning the signed terms of acceptance. The academic year typically commences in late August. Applications for 2025/26 Academic Year are now open.

If a year group is full, applications are accepted and placed on a waiting list until a space becomes available. Applications may be submitted for full year groups, but offers are not guaranteed while the waiting list is in place.

ISP Scholarships are available, offering up to 25% off tuition for two years and including personalised mentorship and opportunities to participate in ISP's global programmes. There are two scholarship categories for Years 10 and 12: ISP Academic Excellence and ISP International Learner. Applicants are shortlisted, may have a final round with the Principal, and receive an offer if selected. Mandatory requirements include GCSE grades of 7 or above, a minimum 96% attendance and punctuality, engagement beyond the classroom, alignment with the school's values, and demonstrated measurable impact within the school.