Star International School Altwar Dubai
International School in Dubai
Quick answer
Star International School Altwar Dubai prepares students for IGCSE and BTEC, with a highly diverse student body of 42 nationalities. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Dubai averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and BTEC.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and BTEC.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 24 (max 26) Dubai international school · 485 students total.
- 42 nationalities top: Egyptian, Pakistani, Emirati.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:40.
485
42 (Egyptian,Pakistani,Emirati)
24 avg / 26 max
Rolling
IGCSE and BTEC
About Star International School Altwar Dubai
Star International School Al Twar is a bespoke English Curriculum school in the heart of Al Twar. It is very much a family school, with teachers, SLT, TAs, Admin and site staff all working alongside parents and the wider community to offer its children the best opportunities it possibly can.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 21520-Dirham 46140 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $13,500(+35%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $16,000 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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Other
IGCSE and BTEC
GL assessments like CAT4,Progress Test Series, GCSE/IGCSE/BTEC etc.,
Majority perform above expected level
Arabic, French
Students experiencing difficulties in accessing the curriculum and learning are referred by teachers to the SEND Coordinator, and/or counselor. Teachers & parents together draw up an individual education plan for each student based upon their observations & results of psycho-educational assessments administered by external professionals.
SEND coordinator and inclusion champion
Yes
7:40 – FS1,FS2 : 7.30am to 1pm Year 1 to Year 12 - 7.30am to 2.30pm
No
No
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Egyptian,Pakistani,Emirati
Estimated Real Cost
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