Dubai International Academy Al Barsha
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Dubai International Academy Al Barsha.
- Tuition: $10,000–$22,000/yr published in AED, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS listed accreditations.
Not published
Rolling
IBO, CIS
About Dubai International Academy Al Barsha
Dubai International Academy Al Barsha is an upcoming IB school with a well-appointed campus built on 23 acres of land in the Al Barsha area of Dubai
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: strong
- In-house specialist staff listed
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $10,000–$22,000 |
| Annual tuition (AED) | Dirham 47807-Dirham 84928 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $19,850(+24%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $22,350 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 55th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Al Barsha campus -- separate school from Dubai International Academy (Emirates Hills campus). KHDA Outstanding. Registration and transport additional.
IB
IB Diploma
Arabic, French, Spanish, Mother Tongue Programme
strong
Learning Support Program
English as an Additional Language
7:30 – 15:30
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Barsha, Al Quoz, Umm Suqeim, Motor City
At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Mid-rangeClass size: Not published
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