Dubai British School Jumeira Park
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Dubai British School Emirates Hills (DBSEH, Jumeira Park) is a Taaleem British international school across two campuses in Dubai's Springs and Meadows area, founded 2004. The school enrols 1,500-1,730 students from 86 nationalities aged 3-18, offering IGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC pathways, accredited by COBIS. Annual tuition runs $10,000-$19,000 USD (true cost ~$18,000, +24%). Admissions are moderate; best suited to British-curriculum families based in Dubai's western communities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and BTEC.
- Tuition: $10,000–$19,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 23 (max 26) Dubai international school · 1,730 students total.
- 86 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at Years 1 to Year 6 - Monday to Thursday Lessons start: 08.15 am (Flexi drop off 07.45-08.10) Friday Lessons start: 08.15 am (Flexi drop off: 07.45-8.10) Years 7 to 13 - Monday to Thursday Lessons Start: 08.35 am (Flexi drop off from 08.00)* Friday Start: 07:50 am (Flexi drop off from 07.20).
- Accreditations: COBIS verified.
1,730
86 (British)
23 avg / 26 max
Rolling
2004
COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels and BTEC
About Dubai British School Jumeira Park
Dubai British School Jumeirah Park (DBSJP) is part of Taaleem, the United Arab Emirates’ second largest school provider for early years, primary and secondary schools founded in 2004.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $10,000 – $19,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 64160-Dirham 83015 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $18,000(+24%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $20,500 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 84th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Part of DBS group (Emirates Hills is KHDA Outstanding). British curriculum, IGCSE/A-Level. Newer campus with modern facilities.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels and BTEC
GCSE, IGCSE, A-Levels, BTEC
2022 GCSE Results - % of exam entries graded A*/9 9% - % of exam entries graded A*/9-8 30% - % of exam entries graded A*-A /9-7 50% - % of exam entries graded A*-B /9-6 68% - % of exam entries graded A*-C /9-4 93% - % of students achieving 5 A*-C/ 9-4 including English and Maths: 90% - Highest number of grades achieved by an individual student(s): 4 Grade 9's - Average Predicted Grade for Cohort: 5.26 - Actual average Achieved Grade for Cohort: 7.39 2022 A-Level Results - % of exam entries graded A*-A: 40% - % of exam entries graded A*-B: 71% - % of exam entries graded A*-C: 90% - Overall pass rate A*-E: 100% - Highest number of grades by individual students: 2 Grade A and 1 Grade A* 2022 BTEC Level 3 Results - % of entries graded Distinction*: 38% - % of entries graded Distinction : 77% - % of entries graded Merit: 100% - % of entries graded Pass: 100% - Overall pass rate: 100% - Highest number of grades by individual students: 3 x Distinction*
Arabic, French, Spanish
We have a dedicated Inclusion team that works on a graduated response to identify and remove barriers to learning, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to reach their full potential and beyond. Provision includes: Universal – All students will benefit from high-quality teaching and learning that is differentiated with on-going and timely assessments which inform any further provision need Targeted Support – some students may benefit from small-group intervention Specialist Support outside the school’s provision - specific targeted intervention for individuals with additional costs for specialist support met by the parent The team is lead by our Head of Inclusion – Whole School Colette Woolnough. To contact her please email: cwoolnough@dubaibritishschooljp.ae We work in partnership with Early Intervention Centres to develop systems to ensure the effective transition of young children who experience SEND into formal mainstream education settings. We use the information gained from assessment upon entry and identification procedures to determine the type and level of support appropriate for each student, based upon their level of development and experience of SEND. We develop personalised individual education plans (IEPs) for students identified as experiencing SEND. We make sure that students who experience SEND are actively supported to participate in the process of learning as they develop their potential, and build relationships with their peers, through social interactions in age-appropriate common learning environments.
Yes, DBSJP provides support for children requiring learning support.
DBSJP offers ‘English as an Additional Language’ (EAL) to support where necessary and will be provided by the EAL support staff.
Years 1 to Year 6 - Monday to Thursday Lessons start: 08.15 am (Flexi drop off 07.45-08.10) Friday Lessons start: 08.15 am (Flexi drop off: 07.45-8.10) Years 7 to 13 - Monday to Thursday Lessons Start: 08.35 am (Flexi drop off from 08.00)* Friday Start: 07:50 am (Flexi drop off from 07.20) – Year 1 to Year 6 - Monday to Thursday Pick up: 14.40 pm ECA Programme: 14.40 pm -15.30 pm Friday Pick up: 11.35 pm -11.45 pm Years 7 to 13 Pick up: 15:30 pm ECA Programme: 07.50 pm - 08.35 pm Friday Pick up: 12.00 pm
School Dining at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is operated by Leela's Lunches which provides a quality, family-style dining experience with staff and children all enjoying the same organic, nutritious meal together. Table manners, dining etiquette and conversation are all part of the experience.
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Jumeirah Park, JLT, The Springs, Emirates Hills
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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
Part of DBS group (Emirates Hills is KHDA Outstanding). British curriculum, IGCSE/A-Level. Newer campus with modern facilities.
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