Dubai British School Jumeira
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Dubai British School Jumeira follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 60 nationalities. Well-suited to families seeking a premium families. At $43,500–$69,872/year, it sits above the Dubai average, reflecting its premium positioning.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at Dubai British School Jumeira.
- Tuition: $43,500–$69,872/yr published annual range.
- 60 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 13 school day starts at EYFS: 8:30 AM Year 1 and above: 8:15 AM Flexible drop-off for all year groups starts at 7:50 AM.
550
60 (British)
Rolling
About Dubai British School Jumeira
Community-Centric & Holistic: DBS Jumeira is a community dedicated to nurturing every child’s growth through collaboration between students, parents, and educators.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $43,500 – $69,872 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 43500-Dirham 69872 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $61,236(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $63,736 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 97th percentile(premium tier) |
British
Arabic and French
DBSJ recognises that each child’s school journey is different and responds to the needs of its students both individually and collectively. This extends to all of the students, with a systematic approach to ensure that DBSJ students who experience Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (Students of Determination) receive support in fitting with their needs. - Quality First Teaching, which benefits all students by delivering high-quality, differentiated instruction. This approach is supported by ongoing and timely assessments to inform any additional provision needed. - Targeted and Small Group Support for students who have gaps in learning or need extended support to reach age-related milestones. - Specialist Support outside of the school’s core provision, provided either by DBSJ's dedicated inclusion team or external experts with the specialized knowledge to accelerate progress.
Yes, at DBS Jumiera, we recognise the importance of inclusion and equity and embrace the diversity of our students and community.
DBSJ offers ‘English as an Additional Language’ (EAL) to support where necessary and will be provided by the EAL support staff.
EYFS: 8:30 AM Year 1 and above: 8:15 AM Flexible drop-off for all year groups starts at 7:50 AM – Monday - Thursday EYFS: 1:30 PM Year 1 and above: 3:15 PM Friday: School finishes at 11:30 AM
Yes, lunches are offered at Dubai British School Jumeira through our Mangrove Café, operated by Leela's Lunches. The café provides a nutritious, organic, family-style dining experience, and meals are available at an additional cost.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Fee Position in Dubai
PremiumSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
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