Dubai British School Mira vs Victory Heights Primary School - City of Arabia

	D Dubai British School Mira Dubai, United Arab Emirates	V Victory Heights Primary School - City of Arabia Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 51,477 - 58,836	Fees / year AED 40,138 - 54,733
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 26	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2025	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Dubai British School Mira is located in Mira Oasis 2, Dubai, in Emaar's Mira community along Al Qudra Road. The campus sits in a family-friendly, newly developed residential area with good road access to surrounding communities such as Arabian Ranches and Town Square. It is a purpose-built DBS campus within Taaleem's Dubai British Schools network.	Location Victory Heights Primary School, City of Arabia campus, is located in Dubai Sports City within the Dubailand area, adjacent to the City of Arabia development and near IMG World. The campus sits in a family-friendly, residential context with strong road links to central Dubai. It is within easy reach of communities such as Arabian Ranches I-III, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Villanova, Serena, The Villa, Mudon and Al Barari.
Stages	Stages DBS Mira opened in August 2025. It initially offers Early Years Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6, with Year 7 onward planned for subsequent phases (Year 7–8 expected to open in 2026; expansion to Year 13 in future phases).	Stages The school serves Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) through Year 6. It follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and British National Curriculum progression, with year groups from FS1 to Year 6 on site.
School type	School type The school is co-educational and privately run, delivering the British National Curriculum. It is part of the Taaleem Dubai British Schools group that operates multiple UK-curriculum campuses.	School type The school is a co-educational day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Public reporting indicates DBS Mira has a multinational cohort. The National notes about a quarter of pupils are local Mira residents, with around 70% from other nearby communities, indicating broad international representation. The exact number of nationalities represented is not publicly disclosed.	Pupil nationality mix Pupil community includes more than 18 nationalities. The majority of pupils hold British passports. The school enrolls around 973 students aged approximately 3–11 years.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support SEN provision is mainstream with dedicated SEN support as part of the escuela's inclusion framework. The Good Schools Guide characterises DBS Mira as offering mainstream education with SEN support.	Additional learning support Inclusive Learning is central to VHPS. The Inclusion Team provides additional support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEND) and English Language Learners (ELL), including in-class support, targeted maths and literacy interventions, social-emotional groups, and language support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation; the school follows the British National Curriculum (UK system) and is marketed as part of the Dubai British Schools network.	Country affiliation Country affiliation: None. The school delivers a British-curriculum programme rather than an explicit national affiliation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Non-denominational; the school is not affiliated with a particular religion.	Religious affiliation Religious affiliation: None stated.
School day structure	School day structure Public guidance on daily hours for DBS Mira is not published publicly; Ramadan-adjusted timings are used across British-curriculum schools in Dubai (e.g., FS start around 8:30am with early release during Ramadan; primary around 1:15pm and later) and exact times are shared with families during admissions and onboarding.	School day structure The school day varies by year group. FS1 starts around 7:40am, FS2 around 8:00am, and Years 1–6 around 7:30am; end times are 1:15–1:45pm for FS1–FS2 and about 3:00–3:10pm for Years 1–6, with Friday finishes earlier (FS1 11:00am, FS2 11:15am, Years 1–6 11:30–11:40am). The week runs Monday to Friday.
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service is available, with routes and the provider coordinated through the admissions process. Specific routes and pricing are not published publicly; families should contact the admissions team to register interest and obtain details.	Bus service details A school bus service is available with routes serving Dubai Sports City and surrounding areas; the main site does not publicly publish the provider name. KHDA-related sources confirm that bus transport is offered.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details 2025–26 tuition fees (per term and annual) - FS1 – FS2: Term 1 AED 20,591; Term 2 AED 15,443; Term 3 AED 15,443; Annual total AED 51,477. - Year 1 – Year 2: Term 1 AED 20,591; Term 2 AED 15,443; Term 3 AED 15,443; Annual total AED 51,477. - Year 3 – Year 6: Term 1 AED 23,534; Term 2 AED 17,651; Term 3 AED 17,651; Annual total AED 58,836. - Year 7 – Year 8 (to be introduced in future years): Term 1 AED 27,949; Term 2 AED 20,962; Term 3 AED 20,962; Annual total AED 69,872. - Year 9 – Year 11 (to be introduced in future years): Term 1 AED 27,949; Term 2 AED 20,962; Term 3 AED 20,962; Annual total AED 69,872. - Year 12 – Year 13 (to be introduced in future years): Term 1 AED 30,887; Term 2 AED 23,165; Term 3 AED 23,165; Annual total AED 77,217. Application, registration and deposits - Application fee (one-time, new students only): AED 525 (non-refundable, non-transferable; includes 5% VAT). - Registration fee (new students only): AED 4,000. This registration payment secures the offered place and is credited against the joining term tuition; the registration payment is non-refundable when charged to reserve the seat. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in three termly instalments (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3). A student may not start the academic year unless the first term fee has been paid in full. Payments are accepted in the forms listed below. - Published payment dates from recent communications (illustrative of the school's term-calendar pattern): Term 1 due 1 August; Term 2 due 1 December; Term 3 due 1 March. (These dates appeared alongside the school's tuition schedule in the published fee information.) KHDA and statutory charges - KHDA administration/service charges are collected where applicable. Typical amounts published include AED 120 for routine KHDA documents and services, and AED 520 for certain late transfer requests; other KHDA tariffs (for continuation certificates, leaving forms, attestations, exam grade amendments and similar services) are charged at the amounts listed by the authority. These KHDA charges are payable to the school where the school collects them on behalf of the regulator. Other costs and optional charges - External examination fees in Secondary: additional charges may apply for external examinations and will be notified in advance. - Book fees: book charges are covered in fee arrangements in some cases; the school's published conditions note that book fees are refundable if a student leaves prior to the start of the academic year. - Uniform, transport, school meals, extracurricular activities and some enrichment items are commonly charged separately from KHDA-approved tuition in Dubai schools and are normally additional to the tuition figures above; parents should budget for these items as separate costs. (These types of charges are standard exclusions from KHDA-approved tuition in Dubai schools.) Refund information and contractual conditions - Refunds are applied on a term-by-term basis according to the date of the official written withdrawal request; refunds are calculated from the start of the term to the date of the parent's official request, not from the date of absence. Registration or re-registration deposits may be refundable only in the specific circumstance set out by the regulator (for example, where a school's KHDA quality rating changes) and book fees are refundable if a student leaves prior to the start of the academic year. The school reserves the right to withhold reports, final results and transfer documentation until all fees are settled. Fee payment options and practical notes - Accepted methods for tuition payments as published: cash, credit card or cheque made payable to "Dubai British School Mira." Personal cheques for Term 1 are not accepted if presented within five working days of the start of the academic year. Specific bank transfer or corporate-payment arrangements (if available) are handled by the school accounts office.	Fee details Fee summary for the 2025–2026 academic year - Tuition is charged termly. The term due dates for the 2025–2026 academic year are: 25 August 2025, 05 January 2026 and 06 April 2026. Tuition amounts below are in AED and include 5% VAT where applicable. Application and deposit fees - Application Fee: AED 525 — one-time, non-refundable and payable on submission of the application. - Enrolment Fee (new students): 10% of the annual tuition fee — non-refundable deposit payable on acceptance; deducted from Term 1 tuition. Example enrolment deposit amounts (10% of annual tuition): - Foundation 1: AED 4,015 - Foundation 2: AED 4,378 - Year 1: AED 4,743 - Year 2: AED 4,743 - Year 3: AED 5,108 - Year 4: AED 5,108 - Year 5: AED 5,473 - Year 6: AED 5,473. - Re‑Enrolment Fee (existing students): 5% of the annual tuition fee — non-refundable deposit payable to secure a place for the next academic year; must be received by 15 June 2025. - Medical Fee: AED 525 — optional, non-refundable annual fee payable on enrolment and thereafter each academic year. Tuition fees by year group (term-by-term and annual totals in AED) - Foundation 1 (FS1): Term 1 AED 16,056 · Term 2 AED 12,041 · Term 3 AED 12,041 · Total annual AED 40,138. - Foundation 2 (FS2): Term 1 AED 17,513 · Term 2 AED 13,136 · Term 3 AED 13,136 · Total annual AED 43,785. - Year 1: Term 1 AED 18,973 · Term 2 AED 14,231 · Term 3 AED 14,231 · Total annual AED 47,435. - Year 2: Term 1 AED 18,973 · Term 2 AED 14,231 · Term 3 AED 14,231 · Total annual AED 47,435. - Year 3: Term 1 AED 20,434 · Term 2 AED 15,325 · Term 3 AED 15,325 · Total annual AED 51,084. - Year 4: Term 1 AED 20,434 · Term 2 AED 15,325 · Term 3 AED 15,325 · Total annual AED 51,084. - Year 5: Term 1 AED 21,893 · Term 2 AED 16,420 · Term 3 AED 16,420 · Total annual AED 54,733. - Year 6: Term 1 AED 21,893 · Term 2 AED 16,420 · Term 3 AED 16,420 · Total annual AED 54,733. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is payable each term; the published due dates for the 2025–2026 year are 25 August 2025, 05 January 2026 and 06 April 2026. Payments must be received by the due date listed in the fee schedule. - The KHDA parent contract for the relevant academic year must be signed before the school will accept tuition payments. - Late or non-payment may result in withheld admission, exclusion from school, withholding of school reports/transcripts, and eventual forfeiture of the student's place. Continued non-payment can lead to withdrawal after exclusion. Boarding fees - Not applicable. Victory Heights Primary School does not offer boarding facilities. Other charges and what is excluded from tuition - Tuition fees exclude transport (bus), school uniforms, food services, any English language (EAL) or Special Needs Learning Support required, field trips, additional after‑school/extra‑curricular activities/clubs and holiday camps. These items are charged separately. - Learning Enhancement (LE), EAL support, one‑to‑one (shadow) support and similar additional support services are charged in addition to tuition and may be billed monthly, termly or annually as agreed with school management. - Charges for books and school uniforms are not refundable. Bus/transport refunds follow the same refund conditions set out below. - Sibling Discount: AED 1,000 discount from the third child onwards. - Emirati Discount: 30% off the tuition fee for the youngest Emirati sibling. Refund information and withdrawal charges - Application Fee, Enrolment Fee and Re‑Enrolment Fee are non‑refundable. - Refunds of tuition follow UAE Ministry of Education / Federal Law No. (28) for Private Education rules and the school's published policy: - If a student withdraws prior to the start of the academic year and one full term's written notice has been given where required, the balance of the first term's fees paid will be refunded, except for the Application Fee and Enrolment Fee. - If a student withdraws during the school year, the refundable amount is calculated as follows (monthly fee = total annual tuition ÷ 10): - Attendance of two weeks or less: charge of one full month's fee. - Attendance of more than two weeks but less than one month: charge of two full months' fees. - Attendance of more than one month: the entire term's fees are charged (no refund for that term). - There are no refunds beyond the circumstances described above. Requests for refund of Enrolment/Re‑Enrolment deposits due to relocation outside Dubai/UAE may be considered in writing and require supporting documentation; any refund remains at the school's discretion. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods: UAE‑issued debit/credit card, bank transfer, or cheque payable to ‘Victory Heights Primary School LLC'. Cheque and bank transfer payments must be lodged at least five working days before the due date to allow funds to clear. VAT - All fees include 5% VAT where applicable. (Information provided above is taken from the school's published 2025–2026 tuition fee payment policy and fee schedule.)
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is required for all pupils. The KHDA fact sheets show a uniform cost range of AED 500 to 2,000; color and official supplier are not listed on the site.	Uniform requirement VHPS requires all pupils to wear the full school uniform at all times. The Uniform page lists year-group specific items and outlines safety/appearance rules, such as hair tied back for girls, a single plain stud earring per ear (no hoops), no makeup or nail varnish, backpacks allowed but wheelie bags are not permitted, and no color trainers.
Food options	Food options A canteen operates on site. KHDA factsheets record 'Canteen' as an optional service with a cost range of AED 0 to 1,500; menu details and dietary options are not listed.	Food options The school provides meals through a partnership with Ben's Farmhouse, a farm-to-table provider offering snacks and lunches for students from FS1 to Year 6. A weekly menu is published on the school's mobile site and meals can be ordered in advance.
House system	House system —	House system VHPS uses a four-house system: Oryx (green), Foxes (red), Leopards (yellow) and Falcons (blue). All children from FS2 to Year 6 are assigned to a house, and house activities include house days, social and sporting events, and inter-house competitions. House captains lead teams and coordinate events; house points are awarded for effort, achievement, behaviour and sportsmanship; house shirts are worn on calendar house days and are available through the uniform supplier.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Dubai British School Mira is part of the Dubai British Schools group, which is operated by Taaleem. All Taaleem schools are governed by the Taaleem Executive Board and the individual school principals; there is an Advisory Board for Dubai British School comprising parents, staff and Taaleem executives.	Governance and ownership Victory Heights Primary School is owned and operated by Interstar Education (Interstar Advisory Services DMCC). The Board of Governors provides governance oversight, stating its purpose and responsibilities and meeting at least once per term. The board comprises a mix of roles, including a Principal/Director of Academics, a Chairman, independent academic experts, an inclusion representative, and staff representatives; the school notes South View School as a sister school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Dubai British School Mira follows the National Curriculum for England (the British Curriculum) with English as the language of instruction. Foundation Stage includes Early Years Foundation Stage 1 and 2 and Year 1, using a play-based approach that bridges EYFS to the National Curriculum for England and provides targeted Year 1 progression. In Primary Stage, the curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England and emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration, and wellbeing, developing both academic and social-emotional skills. For 2025/26, KHDA placement allocates FS1, FS2 and Year 1 by age, with Years 2–6 placed via Transfer Certificate; Year Group Enrollment shows FS1–Year 6 availability and some higher-year waits, and the 2025-26 Fees table lists Year 7–13 with a note that these year groups will be added in future academic years. The Dubai British Schools Group has a track record of GCSE and A-Level results across campuses, signaling progression to post-16 study.	Curriculum details Victory Heights Primary School (City of Arabia) teaches a British National Curriculum for England, with Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) through Year 6, for students aged about 3 to 11. The curriculum emphasizes cross-curricular learning and strong literacy and numeracy foundations, with progression across English, Maths, Science, Humanities and the Arts from Year 1 to Year 6. Specialist subjects include Arabic and Islamic Studies (compulsory under KHDA), Spanish (KS2), PE and Swimming, Music, Art, Drama, Computing, and SPARK (STEAM), with SPARK projects linking science, technology, design and engineering. Inclusive Learning provides SEND support with individualised plans and ELL interventions, enrichment for more able learners, and a culture of inclusion. Assessment includes UAE statutory tests (GL Progress Tests in English, Maths, Science for Years 3–6; NGRT for Years 2–6; CAT4 for Years 4–6) and international benchmarking (TIMSS and PIRLS), alongside ongoing teacher assessments and regular reports.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Class sizes are up to 25 students per class; FS1–Year 2 have a teacher and a teaching assistant; Years 3–6 have a teacher and a shared teaching assistant.
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Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Dubai British School Mira defines wellbeing as underpinning all learning, aligning with the OECD definition of wellbeing as the psychological, cognitive, social and physical functioning students need to live a happy and fulfilling life. The school commits to educating children to understand their physical and emotional health, to build secure relationships, and to develop skills to regulate emotions and build resilience, with safeguarding at all times. A Graduated Response is used by the Inclusion Team to identify need and tailor support, with needs assessed, plans created, actions implemented, and progress reviewed, all tracked termly. The Inclusion Team provides social-emotional support through targeted sessions and group work to develop social understanding and relationships. The wellbeing framework includes parental engagement via community workshops and a focus on staff wellbeing and professional development to sustain a holistic SEL ecosystem.	Social & emotional learning Wellbeing is a core part of Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia's daily life. Mindful Monday is delivered for Years 1–2 and Wellbeing Wednesday for Years 3–6 to help students explore emotions, develop empathy, practise mindfulness, and reflect on how to care for themselves and others. Topics include gratitude, resilience, healthy friendships, and managing big feelings. Wellbeing is celebrated across the school through themed weeks and awareness days such as Global Love Day, Anti-Bullying Week, and World Kindness Day. ELLI Learning Powers support emotional resilience, self-reflection, and personal growth. The pastoral team works closely with teachers, parents, and specialists to provide emotional support, including 1:1 wellbeing sessions, friendship groups, and outside referral pathways when needed.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Dubai British School Mira uses a Graduated Response model to identify needs and tailor support, with the Inclusion Team reviewing and adapting approaches and setting personalised goals; progress is tracked termly. Provision for Students of Determination includes Quality First Teaching, Targeted Support (in-class or pull-out), and Specialist Support delivered by external experts such as Speech and Language Therapy or Occupational Therapy. The Inclusion Team is led by a Head of Inclusion and collaborates with parents and external agencies to ensure the best provision for each child. The school operates under the Dubai Inclusion Framework, Directives & Guidelines for Inclusive Education, and related laws such as Law No. 2 of 2014 and Federal Law No. 29 of 2006, to guide inclusive practice. EAL/ELL is integrated into SEN provision, with linguistically focused support to accelerate language acquisition and access to the curriculum.	Special educational needs (SEN) Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia describes its approach as inclusive rather than a specialist SEN institution. The school has an Inclusion Team and an Inclusion Champion who provide additional support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities SEND and for English Language Learners ELL. It uses a Graduated System of Support GSS with Level 1 general support, Level 2 targeted support, Level 3 individualised support, and Level 3+ supplementary support to plan interventions. Identification involves teacher observations, Inclusion Team screening, assessment data, and parental input, with students placed on the Inclusion Register Students of Determination and primary and secondary needs recorded. The school can provide access to internal learning support staff and, when needed, external specialists such as occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, or educational psychologists; an Individual Learning Support Assistant may be used in exceptional cases. For English Language Learners, interventions are included within the AEN framework and documented accordingly.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English Language Learner (ELL) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided by the Inclusion Team to assist language development (reading, writing, speaking and listening). Support may be in-class or through targeted intervention programmes to accelerate language acquisition and enable access to the curriculum. Admissions accommodations can be applied to assess children with needs, including language considerations, during the evaluation process. The Inclusion Team's linguistically focused work is an integral part of the school's inclusive approach to allow all students to access the curriculum independently. Linguistically related provision is explicitly listed as a core area of support within Inclusion.	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language ELL is addressed within VHPS's Inclusive Learning approach. The Inclusion Team delivers ELL interventions including bilingual resources, visuals, and small group sessions. ELL support is integrated with SEND and AEN provision to help students access the mainstream curriculum. There is no separate EAL department; support is embedded within the school's inclusive framework. When needed, external specialists may be consulted to support language development.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing provision is central to DBS Mira, with wellbeing defined in line with OECD as the psychological, cognitive, social and physical functioning students need to live a happy and fulfilling life. The school commits to educating children about physical and emotional health, helping them regulate their emotions and build resilience, and safeguarding them throughout their time at school. The Wellbeing of Parents is supported through a range of Community Workshops and transparent communication about student progress. The Wellbeing of Staff includes mental health and wellbeing support, with systems to promote staff wellbeing and opportunities for professional growth. Overall, the school treats wellbeing as a cross-cutting priority for students, families, and staff.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is integrated into Victory Heights Primary School's wellbeing framework. Mindful Monday is delivered for Years 1–2 and Wellbeing Wednesday for Years 3–6 to provide regular dedicated time for wellbeing. The sessions help students explore emotions, develop empathy, practise mindfulness, and reflect on how to take care of themselves and others. ELLI Learning Powers support emotional resilience, self-reflection, and personal growth. The pastoral team works closely with teachers, parents, and specialists to ensure that every child is emotionally supported, including 1:1 wellbeing sessions, friendship groups, or outside referral pathways when needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is a core commitment, with explicit wording that the school will safeguard children for every moment they are in care. The Inclusion Team emphasises collaboration with parents and external agencies to ensure safeguarding and appropriate support for each child. Specialist external services (e.g., Speech and Language Therapy; Occupational Therapy) may be engaged to provide safeguarding- or development-related support beyond the school's standard provision. The Inclusion Policies include the Dubai Inclusion Framework, Dubai Inclusion Policy, Directives & Guidelines for Inclusive Education, and related laws (Law No. 2 of 2014 and Federal Law No. 29 of 2006) to guide safeguarding and inclusive practice, with some documents available in English and Arabic. The school also provides an Inclusion Policy for Students of Determination (noted as To Be Available Soon), reflecting ongoing development in safeguarding and inclusive practices.	Safeguarding Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia has a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The policy, version August 2025; last review date August 2025; next review date August 2026. The policy identifies the Designated Safeguarding Lead and deputies and lists other safeguarding roles and contacts within the school. External safeguarding contacts include the Ministry Of Education Child Protection Unit, Dubai Community Development Authority Child Protection Section, Ministry Of Interior Child Protection Centre, Al Ameen Service, Dubai Foundation For Women And Children, and Dubai Police. The policy states it aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 and Wadeema's Law; it also references the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. It outlines safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns, safe recruitment, and safeguarding through the curriculum.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus features state-of-the-art facilities designed to support student growth. It includes modern indoor and outdoor sports areas such as swimming pools, football pitches, and a sports hall. There are dedicated spaces such as libraries, innovative learning hubs, and a well-equipped auditorium. The on-site canteen provides healthy meals and snacks throughout the day. The FS Breakout Area and outdoor play areas support different ages and learning styles.	Facilities overview The Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia is a state-of-the-art British-curriculum primary school located in Dubai Sports City. The City of Arabia campus opened in August 2025 for FS1 to Year 6, expanding the Victory Heights family to a broader community. The curriculum is modelled on the National Curriculum for England and is enhanced by the International Primary Curriculum, with Arabic and Spanish taught as part of the language programme. The Foundation Stage facility is a separate unit with its own dedicated playground, providing a safe, nurturing learning environment. The school provides a technology-rich learning environment with a fully equipped ICT suite, school-wide Wi‑Fi, and devices such as laptops, iPads, Bee Bots, Roamers, and data-logging equipment.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Facilities include a field, indoor swimming pool, and a sports hall serving both primary and secondary students. There are outdoor play areas and an outdoor football pitch, plus a roof tennis and netball court. The campus also features a primary library, a Black Box Theatre, and a fitness gym to support physical education and performance activities.	Sports facilities The school has an indoor, competition-length swimming pool and a Junior Gymnasium for PE lessons. A large Multi-Purpose Hall is suitable for indoor sports, assemblies, and school productions. Outdoor facilities include several shaded play areas with high-quality playground equipment and safety surfacing. A 3G playing field enables year-round team games such as football, rugby, cricket, rounders and hockey. An outdoor multi-purpose court supports tennis, basketball and netball.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus houses a primary library and a Black Box Theatre to support reading, drama, and creative projects. An auditorium and innovative learning hubs are available to support learning across key stages. A secondary library is listed as Coming Soon, with additional breakout spaces for Foundation Stage. The site supports learning with dedicated spaces that encourage collaboration, inquiry, and digital literacy.	Academic facilities The Key Stage 1 & 2 design places each year group in its own wing with access to a spacious shared indoor activity area. All classrooms are well-resourced and include interactive smart boards to support learning. The school has a comprehensive ICT setup with a fully-equipped ICT suite, school-wide Wi‑Fi, and access to laptops and iPads for use across the curriculum. The Early Years Foundation Stage leads into the British National Curriculum, with the EYFS environment designed to be nurturing and enabling. Arabic and Spanish are part of the language offering within the curriculum.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Curriculum Enrichment offers extra-curricular activities from FS2 upwards. FS2 and Year 1 participate in one ECA per week, while Year 2 to Year 6 can join two ECAs per week; preferences are collected from families. Examples include Active clubs such as Pool Games and Super Strokes Swim Squad; Creative clubs like Art Masterclass and World Art Dubai; and Academic clubs such as Storytime Book Club and Chevron Readers. After School Activities are offered by external providers, and an ECA Showcase is held at the end of each term.	Extra curricular facilities Trips and events are integrated into the core curriculum, including visits to Expo City, author visits, World Book Day, UAE National Day, theme weeks, and art exhibitions, along with regular sports competitions and swimming galas. Residential trips are offered for Years 3–6. Enrichment after-school activities run five days a week with sessions after 3:00 pm and 3:45 pm (and 12:00–1:30 pm on Fridays). The extracurricular program supports holistic development through a mix of physical, creative, and cultural activities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Dubai British School Mira (DBS Mira) is Taaleem's fifth Dubai British School. It is Taaleem's second greenfield DBS project, announced in 2023 as part of a five-year growth strategy. The school is located in Emaar's Mira community and is designed to serve more than 1,600 students at full utilisation. It opened in August 2025 with an initial cohort of FS1 to Year 6, around 700 students. There are plans to expand to Year 13 in the future.	History Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia was established in 2012 as part of the Victory Heights Primary School family. The City of Arabia campus is led by a founding principal, Ben Rothwell, who previously helped grow VHPS Sports City and guide its development. The school is owned and operated by Interstar Education (Interstar Advisory Services DMCC). The City of Arabia campus is located in Dubai's City of Arabia development, reflecting VHPS's expansion beyond its Sports City site. The school is 13 years old in 2025.
Community	Community The school aims to foster a warm, inclusive community for students and families. On opening, about a quarter of students were from the Mira community, with roughly 70% from other nearby communities. Taaleem emphasises a sense of community and sustainability across DBS campuses. The DBS Mira program includes partnerships with external providers, such as the Centre for Musical Arts, to deliver music and performance programs on campus.	Community Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia is a bright and happy learning hub at the heart of the Dubai Sports City community. The school emphasises belonging and wellbeing within a multicultural environment, with staff and students from diverse backgrounds. It incorporates house events and a calendar of trips and events as part of its community life, with a strong emphasis on well-being and inclusion. The school's ethos includes a global outlook and active community engagement within Dubai's diverse educational landscape.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Across the Dubai British Schools network, parent engagement is framed as part of the school community, though a DBS Mira-specific PTA charter or committee is not publicly enumerated. Taaleem's initiatives show a culture of family involvement through programs such as Emirates Litfest Poetry Award, Rhodes Programme, and ChoirFest Middle East, which involve students, families, and the wider community. There are active partnerships with community and cultural programs that illustrate a framework that PTA-like bodies typically support. The opening of DBS Mira attracted strong parental interest, with families from Mira and nearby communities enrolling in the first year. As the campus matures, a formal PTA or equivalent structure may be established to coordinate fundraising, volunteering, and family events.	Parent teacher association Parental engagement is a core factor at Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia. The school maintains open communication channels with parents both online and offline, and offers flexible participation workshops, training sessions, volunteering programs and other ways for parents to be involved. An Ambassadors program within admissions provides opportunities for parent involvement in guiding prospective families. A Parent Portal offers login access for updates and communications. The school also shares Parental Engagement content on its VHPS Blogs to support active parent-school partnerships.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school follows the National Curriculum for England. Foundation Stage uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Primary education follows the National Curriculum for England with emphasis on teaching skills and concepts to challenge learners.	Academic & intellectual Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia follows the National Curriculum for England. From Foundation Stage through Year 6, English, Maths, Science, and Humanities are taught with progression across year groups. Arabic and Spanish are studied as languages as part of International Primary Curriculum enhancements. The curriculum emphasises cross‑curricular learning and aims to develop reading, writing, and mathematical foundations while fostering curiosity across subjects.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The campus includes a Black Box Theatre. Library facilities, including a primary library, support reading and creativity.	Arts & creative Creative expression is integrated across the VHPS curriculum. The Curriculum Vision highlights cross‑curricular learning and the use of high‑quality texts to build language and critical thinking. Trips & Events include Art Exhibitions, author visits, and themed weeks such as World Book Day, enriching classroom learning.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language An additional language is taught from Year 1. Arabic & Islamic programs are led by the Director of Arabic & Islamic.	Cultural & language English is the main language of instruction. Arabic and Spanish are studied as languages as part of the IPC enhancements. The City of Arabia campus is located in Dubailand, Dubai. VHPS aims to develop globally minded citizens through its focus on language learning and citizenship.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The L.I.F.E curriculum equips students with real-world skills beyond the classroom. Enrichment opportunities and events are provided to engage the school community.	Social & hobbies Trips and enrichment are core to learning. Regular highlights include author visits, World Book Day, UAE National Day, CSI Week, art exhibitions, and sports events, with residential trips for Year 3–Year 6. The program supports teamwork, independence, and social development as part of its core curriculum.
Community & service	Community & service Inclusion and wellbeing are prioritized; the leadership commits to social contribution and sustainability, and the school aims to be a hub of the community.	Community & service VHPS promotes responsible global citizenship and a commitment to the community. The Vision & Values emphasise developing social conscience and giving back to society. The Inclusion approach also highlights support for wellbeing and equitable participation.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Amy Falhi is the Founding Principal. George Stokes is Head of Primary. Megan Pankhurst is Deputy Head of Primary. Dana Irbaye is Admissions Manager. Nikki Holman is Head of Admissions, UK Curriculum Schools.	Leadership & professional Leadership development is central to VHPS's approach; the Vision & Values emphasise leadership skills and teamwork. The City of Arabia campus lists a founding principal and leadership team guiding the school. The curriculum also foregrounds character development and citizenship.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Dubai British School Mira is located in the Mira community in Dubai. Wellbeing is prioritized through actions and decisions, with inclusion and diversity consistently fostered. Campus facilities include indoor and outdoor sports areas, a swimming pool, football pitches, and sports halls, plus libraries, learning hubs, and an auditorium to support wellbeing and creativity.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing, character development, and citizenship are central to the school's approach. The Inclusion page describes support for English as an additional language and other wellbeing supports, including social skills and pastoral care. The environment is described as safe, caring, and family‑like.
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Language provision	Language provision An additional language is taught from Year 1.	Language provision The school follows the National Curriculum for England. Arabic is taught; 93% of children achieve at or above the expected standard in Arabic. 95% of children achieve international standards in English, Mathematics and Science.
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Admissions	Admissions Step 1 – Submit the online application via the Admissions Portal. Check Admissions Availability to confirm the year group you are applying for is open before you start. Ensure you include all required documentation with the application. (Apply online; see the Admissions Availability page for year group status.) Step 2 – Pay the application fee. The one-time application fee is AED 525 and is non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment can be made by bank transfer using the provided bank details. After payment, the Admissions Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps. (Fee details and payment method are specified in How to Apply.) Step 3 – Book an assessment with the Admissions Team. Once the application fee is received, you will be contacted to book an assessment. Assessments vary by year group: FS1 & FS2 use a Stay and Play format; Year 1 & Year 2 use a 1-1 assessment; Years 3–12 use CAT4 plus a written English assessment. Additional assessments may be requested if learning support is needed. Overseas applicants will be contacted with next steps. References to the child's current school are obtained. Step 4 – Academic review and offer. After the assessment, the Academic Team reviews the application. If a place can be offered, you receive an offer letter and an invoice for the registration fee. Accepting the offer requires you to return acceptance paperwork and pay the non-refundable registration fee within five working days; the registration fee will be deducted from joining term fees. If a year group is on waitlist, the child will be added to the waiting pool and offers are not guaranteed. Step 5 – KHDA registration and contract. After placement and payment of relevant term fees, a contract exists between the school and the parents, subject to KHDA guidelines. It is mandatory to obtain a Transfer Certificate (TC) from the child's current school to complete KHDA registration. KHDA requirements include submitting the appropriate certificates or attestations when transferring between emirates or from overseas. The school reserves the right to place the child in the most appropriate class within KHDA guidelines. Step 6 – Additional notes. If you have further questions, the Admissions team can assist; contact details are provided on the admissions pages. (KHDA-related procedures and documentation are described in the KHDA registration section.)	Admissions 1. Submit your application and register on the admissions portal. Prepare and upload the required documents: a copy of your child's recent school reports; a copy of the child's passport and Emirates ID; copies of both parents' passports and Emirates IDs. The admissions team reviews submissions and will guide you through the next steps. 2. Pay the AED 525 non-refundable application fee. Payment can be made in person at City of Arabia, by bank transfer, or by credit card. Book an assessment slot; current options are Tuesday 14:00-16:30, Thursday 14:00-16:30, or Friday 10:00-12:00; assessments may also be conducted online for overseas applicants. 3. For overseas families, residency visas are not required at the time of application but must be submitted to KHDA by the KHDA registration deadline. For Dubai-based applicants, a KHDA Transfer Certificate from the current school is required to register. All children entering Year 2 and upwards from overseas or another emirate must provide an original Transfer Certificate. 4. After submission and assessment, the admissions team will contact you to schedule an assessment and communicate admission decisions. Registration requires KHDA Transfer Certificate; without it, registration cannot proceed. The school reserves the right to place your child in the most suitable class according to KHDA guidelines. 5. Campus tours can be booked to learn about VHPS City of Arabia. VHPS COA accepts children from ages 3 to 11, covering Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6. The school is located in Dubailand with a bus service that operates on multiple routes. Fees for 2025-26 are: FS1 40,000 AED; FS2 44,000 AED; Year 1 48,000 AED; Year 2-3 51,000 AED; Year 4-5 55,000 AED; Year 6 57,000 AED.
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Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting lists are used for admissions at Dubai British School Mira. Definitions: Closed – waiting lists remain open until capacity is reached and may close; Open – accepting applicants into the waiting list with hopes of admission offers; Open, Waitlist Only – accepting into the waiting list but no current spaces available; places can be offered from the waiting list where available. KHDA regulations place students in age-appropriate year groups for FS1, FS2 and Year 1; Years 2 and above are placed according to their Transfer Certificate. Applicants may be invited for assessment and places offered from the waiting list if spaces become available. Year group availability varies by year; ongoing waitlists are maintained for all year groups. (Admissions Availability and Year Group Enrollment sections provide the detailed status and mappings.)	Waitlist —
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