Dwight School Dubai
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Dwight School Dubai delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Well-suited to internationally mobile families valuing curriculum portability families. At $18,000–$30,000/year, it sits above the Dubai average, reflecting its premium positioning. Note: Premium IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Dwight School Dubai.
- Tuition: $18,000–$30,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
Fixed intake
1872
IBO
About Dwight School Dubai
Founded in 1872 in New York, Dwight is now a leading international IB World School with campuses on three continents. Dwight Dubai students study four languages, become inquisitive STEAM learners and can access top universities worldwide. Dwight is dedicated to igniting the spark of genius in every child.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $18,000 – $30,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 65117-Dirham 110755 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $27,410(+14%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $29,910 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 95th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Premium IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP. Tuition AED 65,000-111,000 by grade. Registration AED 3,000. Assessment fee AED 1,500. Exam fees AED 3,000-6,000 for DP. Transport AED 5,000-9,000/year. Uniforms AED 1,000-2,000.
IB
IB Diploma
Arabic, French, Mandarin, Spanish, German
moderate
English Language Support
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Barsha, Tecom, Dubai Marina, JLT
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Premium IB World School offering PYP, MYP, and DP. Tuition AED 65,000-111,000 by grade. Registration AED 3,000. Assessment fee AED 1,500. Exam fees AED 3,000-6,000 for DP. Transport AED 5,000-9,000/year. Uniforms AED 1,000-2,000.
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