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
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: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
Not published
- —School states it does NOT offer dedicated EAL/ESL support
Questions to ask the school
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $6,000 – $12,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 54437-Dirham 89440 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $12,500(+39%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $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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