Oaktree Primary School
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Oaktree Primary School is an international school serving expat families in Dubai, with a highly diverse student body of 42 nationalities. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. The student body draws from 42 nationalities.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Oaktree Primary School.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 20) Dubai international school · 219 students total.
- 42 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 0745.
219
42 (British)
15 avg / 20 max
Rolling
About Oaktree Primary School
Small classes with intimate student teacher relationships, community engagement and happy and engaged students.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 18518-Dirham 31106 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $13,500(+35%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $16,000 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Verify fees directly with school. Fees may not include registration, transport, or exam costs.
Other
GL, CAT4, BASE, SATS, NFER, Rising Stars
French, Russian, Arabic
Inclusion Department
Yes
Yes
0745 – 1445
Yes
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: British
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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