Dubai British School (Emirates Hills)
School in Dubai
Quick answer
Dubai British School (Emirates Hills) follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 60 nationalities. Tuition of $12,000–$19,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. Note: IGCSE and A-Level curriculum.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $12,000–$19,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 27 (max 28) Dubai private school · 1,097 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:00 am.
- Accreditations: BSO verified.
1,097
60 (British)
27 avg / 28 max
Rolling
BSO
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Dubai British School (Emirates Hills)
Dubai British School is a learning community where achievement and effort are celebrated. Embracing British and local values, DBS strives to inspire and challenge young minds in a supportive and tolerant international environment.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $12,000 – $19,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 53027-Dirham 79541 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $19,350(+25%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $21,850 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 85th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
IGCSE and A-Level curriculum. Tuition AED 45,000-70,000 by grade. Registration AED 1,500. Exam fees AED 2,000-5,000 per session. Transport AED 4,500-7,000/year. Uniforms AED 500-1,200. Technology levy AED 1,000-2,500/year.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
GCSE, A Levels
In the first year of GCSE examinations since 2019, almost a quarter of all entries were awarded a Grade 9, the highest possible grade. 64% of grades were awarded Grade 9 to 7, and 82% attained Grades 9 to 6, making this the best ever set of GCSE results for DBSEH. As with the school's Year 13 results, Dubai British School's results defy the Ofqual prediction that "very few schools or colleges, if any, will get higher results than in 2021". Two DBSEH students achieved ten Grade 9s and 10% of returning students achieved 10 GCSEs at Grade 8 or 9.
Arabic, French, German, Spanish
moderate
DBS has a comprehensive support system and is a fully inclusive school.
DBS offers ‘English as an Additional Language’ (EAL) support where necessary, which is provided by the Student Support staff.
8:00 am – FS1 & FS2: 13:45pm Year 1: 14:30pm Year 2 & 3: 14:35pm Year 4: 14:40pm Year 5 & 6: 14:45pm Year 7-13: 15:30pm Friday (whole school): 12:00pm
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Emirates Hills, The Meadows, The Springs, Dubai Marina
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
IGCSE and A-Level curriculum. Tuition AED 45,000-70,000 by grade. Registration AED 1,500. Exam fees AED 2,000-5,000 per session. Transport AED 4,500-7,000/year. Uniforms AED 500-1,200. Technology levy AED 1,000-2,500/year.
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