The King's School Dubai
School in Dubai
Quick answer
The King's School Dubai follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, with a highly diverse student body of 48 nationalities. Tuition of $8,000–$14,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. Note: Primary only.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at The King's School Dubai.
- Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published annual range.
- 48 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-11 school day starts at 7:45.
- Accreditations: BSO, KHDA, KHDA Outstanding verified.
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48 (British)
Fixed intake
BSO, KHDA, KHDA Outstanding
About The King's School Dubai
Kings’ School Dubai is passionate about learning. It empowers children, staff, parents and friends of the school to work together to be the best they can be and become lifelong learners. The school's extensive, high-quality facilities and learning spaces are used creatively and flexibly to maximise learning potential and to challenge children in new ways. KSD believes learning should be engaging, yet challenging so the school can ensure all children get the best possible results in absolutely the right way.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $14,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 47179-Dirham 71801 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $14,100(+28%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $16,600 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Primary only. Feed schools include Dubai College and others for secondary. Registration AED 500-2,000. Uniforms AED 500-1,500. Bus AED 5,000-15,000/year depending on zone. Technology levy AED 1,000-5,000/year. Re-enrollment deposit typically 10% of tuition.
British
French, Spanish, Arabic
Dedicated adults work with specific year groups to ensure support is available to all children across the school.
The school's learning support team facilitates support for children with mild to moderate learning needs from FS through to Year 6.
7:45 – Foundation 1: Sunday - Wednesday: 12:30, Thursday: 12:55 Foundation 2: Sunday - Wednesday: 13:30, Thursday: 12:55 Years 1 - 6: Sunday - Wednesday: 14:30, Thursday: 13:00
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Recommended neighborhoods
Umm Suqeim, Jumeirah, Al Safa
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Primary only. Feed schools include Dubai College and others for secondary. Registration AED 500-2,000. Uniforms AED 500-1,500. Bus AED 5,000-15,000/year depending on zone. Technology levy AED 1,000-5,000/year. Re-enrollment deposit typically 10% of tuition.
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