Safa Community School Dubai
School in Dubai
Quick answer
Safa Community School Dubai follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Tuition of $6,000–$12,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. Note: British curriculum, IGCSE and A-Level.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $6,000–$12,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 Dubai private school · 750 students total.
- 30 nationalities top: British.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8:00.
- Accreditations: BSO verified.
750
30 (British)
20 avg
Fixed intake
BSO
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Safa Community School Dubai
Safa Community School serves its community by working in partnership to provide an education of the highest quality within the context of the UAE. As a school Safa celebrates the diversity of the wider community and is committed to the principles of inclusion and equality of opportunity. Through the school's aims and values Safa aspires for every child to have the support they need to: • Be Healthy • Make a Positive Contribution • Stay Safe • Enjoy and Achieve • Achieve Economic Well-Being
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $6,000 – $12,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 54437-Dirham 89440 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $12,500(+39%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $15,000 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 6th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
British curriculum, IGCSE and A-Level. KHDA Good. Al Quoz / Sheikh Zayed Road area. Known for strong community atmosphere. Mid-range fees for a British school. Bus and uniform additional.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
GCSE and A-Level
French, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Arabic
Pupils may require extra support throughout their education or just for short periods, such as before public examinations. The Learning Plus department supports pupils working with subject teachers to develop a differentiated curriculum in the classroom, provides strategies for support and removes barriers to learning.
Learning Enhancement Department
No
8:00 – KG1: 12:30 KG2 - G5: 14:20 G6 - G7: 15:00
No
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Quoz, Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, Al Safa, Jumeirah 2
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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
British curriculum, IGCSE and A-Level. KHDA Good. Al Quoz / Sheikh Zayed Road area. Known for strong community atmosphere. Mid-range fees for a British school. Bus and uniform additional.
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