Fairgreen International School vs Raffles World Academy

	F Fairgreen International School Dubai, United Arab Emirates	R Raffles World Academy Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 48,000 - 90,200	Fees / year AED 33,544 - 87,990
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Day School
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils 1,900
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 13
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service —	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Fairgreen International School is located in The Sustainable City, Dubai. It is accessible via Al Qudra Road and the Emirates Road (E611), with nearby residential communities such as Arabian Ranches, Arabian Ranches 2, Serena, Dubai Motor City, Damac Hills, Mudon, Remraam, Arjan and Victory Heights. The campus is part of The Sustainable City and features sustainable facilities including solar-powered classrooms and a bio-dome, with integrated learning spaces and sports facilities on site.	Location Raffles World Academy is located in Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, on Al Marcup Street (formerly Street 7). The 30,000-square-metre campus sits in the Umm Suqeim area and houses modern learning facilities. It lies in the Jumeirah/Umm Suqeim corridor and is accessible from Umm Suqeim Road, with nearby residential communities. Private transport options and taxis commonly service the area.
Stages	Stages The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Career-related Programme (CP) and Diploma Programme (DP). It serves Pre-KG to Grade 12, aligning its programmes across the primary, middle and (post-16) pathways.	Stages Raffles World Academy is an independent IB World School offering KG to G12 (pre-school through Year 13). The IB continuum runs from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) up to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) plus Career-related Programme (CP) for Grades 11–12.
School type	School type Co-educational day school. The IB World School designation confirms it is not a boarding institution.	School type RWA is an independent, co-educational school. It operates as a day school with an IB World School continuum.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix The DSIB data show 997 students in the school, with 117 Emirati students and the remainder international. The school reports representation of around 80 nationalities in the student body, and the FAQ notes more than 1,000 students enrolled from around 80 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix The school has over 1,900 students representing more than 100 nationalities. The most represented nationalities and the local-to-international ratio are not published by the school.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The Inclusion team provides support for learners with additional needs. Students are identified through assessments, with targeted interventions and counselling support available; well-being and inclusion were rated Very Good in the DSIB inspection.	Additional learning support RWA has a dedicated Learning Support team that can meet the needs of students with mild to moderate learning difficulties and those who are gifted and talented.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school is not affiliated with a particular country; it is operated by Esol Education, a global network of international schools.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation listed for Raffles World Academy.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation There is no formal religious affiliation stated; Islamic Education is offered as part of the UAE curriculum, and Emirati Islamic holidays are observed within the school community.	Religious affiliation There is no official religious affiliation stated; the campus provides prayer rooms to accommodate spiritual practices if needed.
School day structure	School day structure The typical school day runs from 8:00 to 16:00 from Monday to Thursday, with Fridays ending at 12:00.	School day structure School timings are Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, and Friday from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm. The school is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Bus service details	Bus service details Fairgreen offers an official school transportation service through Maverick. Registration is via the Maverick Parent App, with spaces limited; buses operate from the first day of the school year, and timings are provided before school starts. Fees are charged per term with 1-way and round-trip options.	Bus service details Raffles World Academy contracts Arab Falcon Bus Rental LLC for transport. Seats are allocated on existing buses and depend on route availability; requests are managed by the school Transport Office.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Assessment Fees - Application and testing fee: AED 525 (inclusive of 5% VAT). New‑student Deposit - Fee deposit required to secure a place (paid within five days of the acceptance letter): - Pre‑K / KG1 / KG2: AED 4,000. - Grade 1 – Grade 10: AED 6,000. - The deposit is non‑refundable except where a family must move outside the Emirate of Dubai before the start of the academic year; the deposit is applied to first‑term tuition. Tuition fees — Annual (by year group) and per‑term (three equal termly instalments) - Tuition is charged per academic year. The following are the published annual tuition amounts per grade for the 2025–2026 academic year (amounts in AED): - Pre‑primary: AED 54,004. - KG1: AED 65,000. - KG2: AED 65,000. - Grade 1: AED 75,701. - Grade 2: AED 75,701. - Grade 3: AED 75,701. - Grade 4: AED 75,701. - Grade 5: AED 84,303. - Grade 6: AED 84,303. - Grade 7: AED 84,303. - Grade 8: AED 84,303. - Grade 9: AED 84,303. - Grade 10: AED 84,303. - Grade 11: AED 92,302. - Grade 12: AED 92,302. - Billing by term: tuition is payable in three termly instalments (trimesters); each instalment is due in full before the first teaching day of the trimester. Per‑term amounts below are the annual tuition divided into three equal termly instalments (school invoices on a termly basis). Use the per‑term figures below where a single term amount is required for budgeting: - Per‑term = (Annual tuition) ÷ 3. Example per‑term amounts (AED): - Pre‑primary: AED 18,001 per term (54,004 ÷ 3). - KG1 / KG2: AED 21,667 per term (65,000 ÷ 3). - Grade 1–4 (75,701): AED 25,234 per term (75,701 ÷ 3). - Grade 5–10 (84,303): AED 28,101 per term (84,303 ÷ 3). - Grade 11–12 (92,302): AED 30,767 per term (92,302 ÷ 3). - Note: the school states tuition is payable in termly instalments; the per‑term figures above are the equal‑third division of the published annual fees to align with the school's termly billing model. Billing schedule and payment terms - Term deadlines for the 2025–2026 academic year: - First term due by 24 August 2025. - Second term due by 15 December 2025. - Third term due by 15 March 2026. - Tuition for each trimester must be paid in full prior to the first teaching day of that trimester; parents who cannot pay in full should make arrangements with the accounts department. The registration fee is a one‑time non‑refundable fee. Returning students (re‑enrolment fee) - Returning students must pay a re‑enrolment fee equal to 5% of the total fee amount as a re‑enrolment deposit. This amount is non‑refundable except when the family must move outside the Emirate of Dubai before the academic year; this deposit is applied to the first term's tuition and fees. Sibling concessions - Families with more than two children at the school receive a sibling concession: 10% for the third child and 20% for fourth and subsequent children. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; Fairgreen operates as a day school. Other costs and optional fees - Transport: transportation is charged separately (tuition does not include transport). Transport fees and refund rules are published separately; transport fees are refundable under a pro‑rata schedule when a student withdraws (deductions apply depending on length of enrolment). - Uniforms: uniforms are additional and are not included in tuition. - Cafeteria / canteen services: cafeteria services are not included in tuition and are charged separately. - Extra‑curricular activities, school trips, school photographs and other optional services may incur separate charges; these are published by the school or listed on the school's fee/transport pages. Fee refund and withdrawal deductions - Refund policy for withdrawals during the academic year follows the KHDA Schools Fees Framework as adopted by the school: - If the student attended two weeks or less, one month's fee will be deducted. - If the student attended for more than two weeks and up to one month, two months' fees will be deducted. - If the student attended for more than one month, three months' fees will be deducted. - For transport refunds, the school applies a similar prorated deduction schedule for enrollment duration. Fee payment options and bank details - Accepted payment channels: the school accepts payments via the online payments portal (Zenda), cash at the Accounts office, cheque (payable to Fairgreen International School LLC), electronic bank transfer or direct deposit. AED 250 will be charged for a dishonoured cheque. - Bank details (for electronic transfer): - Account name: Fairgreen International School LLC. - Account number: 01-2389356-01. - IBAN: AE140440000001238935601. - SWIFT: SCBLAEAD (Standard Chartered Bank, Emaar Square branch). - Parents are asked to email proof of bank transfers to the accounts/admissions emails provided by the school. Summary notes - Tuition figures above are the school's published annual tuition per grade for the 2025–2026 academic year; tuition is billed termly and the school's published policies on deposits, refunds, re‑enrolment fees, sibling concessions and excluded services (transport, uniform, cafeteria) apply. Annual fee figures and school payment policies are published by KHDA and by the school.	Fee details Fees summary — Academic year 2025–2026 Application / Admission and re-registration fees - New students: Assessment Test Fee AED 525 (including 5% VAT), non-refundable. Registration Fee is 10% of the annual tuition (non-refundable but adjustable against Term 1 fee once admission is confirmed). - Returning (existing) students: Re-registration fee is 5% of the applicable annual tuition (non-refundable but adjustable against Term 1 fee). Re-enrolment fees are up to 5% of tuition or AED 500 (whichever is higher). Tuition fees — Schedule A (Existing students) — full detail per year group and term (amounts in AED) - Pre KG (age 3–4): Applicable annual fee AED 33,544 — Re-registration Fee: - — Term 1 (balance) AED 13,418 — Term 2 AED 10,063 — Term 3 AED 10,063. - KG1 (age 4–5): Applicable annual fee AED 33,544 — Re-registration Fee AED 1,675 — Term 1 (balance) AED 11,743 — Term 2 AED 10,063 — Term 3 AED 10,063. - KG2 (age 5–6): Applicable annual fee AED 40,253 — Re-registration Fee AED 2,015 — Term 1 (balance) AED 14,086 — Term 2 AED 12,076 — Term 3 AED 12,076. - Grade 1 (age 6–7): Applicable annual fee AED 53,270 — Re-registration Fee AED 2,665 — Term 1 (balance) AED 18,643 — Term 2 AED 15,981 — Term 3 AED 15,981. - Grade 2 (age 7–8): Applicable annual fee AED 53,270 — Re-registration Fee AED 2,665 — Term 1 (balance) AED 18,643 — Term 2 AED 15,981 — Term 3 AED 15,981. - Grade 3 (age 8–9): Applicable annual fee AED 53,671 — Re-registration Fee AED 2,685 — Term 1 (balance) AED 18,784 — Term 2 AED 16,101 — Term 3 AED 16,101. - Grade 4 (age 9–10): Applicable annual fee AED 64,405 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,220 — Term 1 (balance) AED 22,541 — Term 2 AED 19,322 — Term 3 AED 19,322. - Grade 5 (age 10–11): Applicable annual fee AED 64,405 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,220 — Term 1 (balance) AED 22,541 — Term 2 AED 19,322 — Term 3 AED 19,322. - Grade 6 (age 11–12): Applicable annual fee AED 64,807 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,240 — Term 1 (balance) AED 22,683 — Term 2 AED 19,442 — Term 3 AED 19,442. - Grade 7 (age 12–13): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,610 — Term 1 (balance) AED 25,266 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 8 (age 13–14): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,610 — Term 1 (balance) AED 25,266 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 9 (age 14–15): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,610 — Term 1 (balance) AED 25,266 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 10 (age 15–16): Applicable annual fee AED 78,488 — Re-registration Fee AED 3,925 — Term 1 (balance) AED 27,471 — Term 2 AED 23,546 — Term 3 AED 23,546. - Grade 11 (age 16–17): Applicable annual fee AED 87,990 — Re-registration Fee AED 4,400 — Term 1 (balance) AED 30,796 — Term 2 AED 26,397 — Term 3 AED 26,397. - Grade 12 (age 17–18): Applicable annual fee AED 87,990 — Re-registration Fee AED 4,400 — Term 1 (balance) AED 30,796 — Term 2 AED 26,397 — Term 3 AED 26,397. Tuition fees — Schedule B (New students joining in 2025–2026) — full detail per year group and term (amounts in AED) - Pre KG (age 3–4): Applicable annual fee AED 33,544 — Registration Fee AED 3,355 — Term 1 AED 10,063 — Term 2 AED 10,063 — Term 3 AED 10,063. - KG1 (age 4–5): Applicable annual fee AED 33,544 — Registration Fee AED 3,355 — Term 1 AED 10,063 — Term 2 AED 10,063 — Term 3 AED 10,063. - KG2 (age 5–6): Applicable annual fee AED 40,253 — Registration Fee AED 4,025 — Term 1 AED 12,076 — Term 2 AED 12,076 — Term 3 AED 12,076. - Grade 1 (age 6–7): Applicable annual fee AED 53,270 — Registration Fee AED 5,325 — Term 1 AED 15,983 — Term 2 AED 15,981 — Term 3 AED 15,981. - Grade 2 (age 7–8): Applicable annual fee AED 53,270 — Registration Fee AED 5,325 — Term 1 AED 15,983 — Term 2 AED 15,981 — Term 3 AED 15,981. - Grade 3 (age 8–9): Applicable annual fee AED 53,671 — Registration Fee AED 5,365 — Term 1 AED 16,104 — Term 2 AED 16,101 — Term 3 AED 16,101. - Grade 4 (age 9–10): Applicable annual fee AED 64,405 — Registration Fee AED 6,440 — Term 1 AED 19,321 — Term 2 AED 19,322 — Term 3 AED 19,322. - Grade 5 (age 10–11): Applicable annual fee AED 64,405 — Registration Fee AED 6,440 — Term 1 AED 19,321 — Term 2 AED 19,322 — Term 3 AED 19,322. - Grade 6 (age 11–12): Applicable annual fee AED 64,807 — Registration Fee AED 6,480 — Term 1 AED 19,443 — Term 2 AED 19,442 — Term 3 AED 19,442. - Grade 7 (age 12–13): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Registration Fee AED 7,220 — Term 1 AED 21,656 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 8 (age 13–14): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Registration Fee AED 7,220 — Term 1 AED 21,656 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 9 (age 14–15): Applicable annual fee AED 72,188 — Registration Fee AED 7,220 — Term 1 AED 21,656 — Term 2 AED 21,656 — Term 3 AED 21,656. - Grade 10 (age 15–16): Applicable annual fee AED 78,488 — Registration Fee AED 7,850 — Term 1 AED 23,546 — Term 2 AED 23,546 — Term 3 AED 23,546. - Grade 11 (age 16–17): Applicable annual fee AED 87,990 — Registration Fee AED 8,800 — Term 1 AED 26,396 — Term 2 AED 26,397 — Term 3 AED 26,397. - Grade 12 (age 17–18): Applicable annual fee AED 87,990 — Registration Fee AED 8,800 — Term 1 AED 26,396 — Term 2 AED 26,397 — Term 3 AED 26,397. Billing schedule and payment terms - Term due dates for the 2025–2026 academic year: Re-registration / Registration fees payable by 4 April 2025; Term 1 balance payable 22 August 2025; Term 2 payable 5 January 2026; Term 3 payable 27 March 2026. The academic year is divided into three terms (Term 1: September–December; Term 2: January–March; Term 3: April–June). - Payment options: online payments via Zenda (school-registered mobile number/email), bank transfer (Account Name: Raffles World Academy; Account No: 019000016092; IBAN: AE110330000019000016092; SWIFT: BOMLAEADXXX; Bank: Mashreq Bank, Branch DIC, Dubai, UAE; PO Box 500287), cheque (payable to Raffles World Academy; post-dated cheques for Term 2 & Term 3 accepted), credit card at school premises, or cash (receipt issued). For bank transfers, include child's ID, name and school name and send remittance to rwaaccounts@rwadubai.com. - Accepted payment patterns: payment for the full academic year in advance, or payment by three cheques dated for the 1st day of each term (or earlier). Bank transfer, cash or credit card payments for a whole term must be received no later than the 1st day of the term. Post-dated cheques are accepted for Term 2 and Term 3. A dishonoured cheque administration fee of AED 200 applies. - Mid-year / late enrolment billing: mid-year starters may be charged the full year's fees if a place is reserved from the start of the academic year; otherwise pro-rata term/month calculations apply (one month's fee, two months' fee or full term fee depending on duration attended). One month's fee is calculated as annual tuition divided by 10. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed in the 2025–2026 fee schedules or fact sheet. Raffles World Academy operates as a day school. Other costs and typical additional charges - Stationery and required education supplies (can be purchased from the school or externally). Uniforms: AED 800 to AED 3,000 (approximate range). School ID card replacement: AED 100. Optional services and ranges: Transport AED 9,000–10,000; Co-curricular / extracurricular activities AED 100–15,000; School trips AED 50–22,000; Club activities AED 1,000–8,000; Enrichment activities AED 500–9,000; Canteen/local trip costs vary. Textbooks for secondary students are available from the school at cost price; ownership of specified books is mandatory. Some items (uniforms, third-party items) are subject to suppliers' terms and refund policies. Refund information and conditions - Registration and re-registration fees are non-refundable but will be adjusted against Term 1 fees if admission is confirmed; these fees cannot be carried forward to the next term or adjusted toward a sibling's fees. - Refunds for tuition already paid are calculated based on the duration of attendance in the term in which the student leaves: less than two weeks — one month's fee payable and remainder refunded; more than two weeks but less than one month — two months' fee payable and remainder refunded; more than one month in a term — full term fee payable. One month's fee is based on the annual fee divided by ten. Refunds are calculated from the start of the term to the date of formal withdrawal (withdrawal notice must be given in writing). A minimum 30 days' written notice of withdrawal is required to process applicable refunds. Certain items (registration/re-registration fee, educational materials fee, uniforms and other sundry expenses listed in Schedule C) are not subject to refund. Fee discounts and concessions - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second and third child, 10% for the fourth child, 15% for the fifth child and 20% for the sixth child onwards. Additional discounts may apply for employees, corporate arrangements, early payment, scholarships and Emirati students as per the fee fact sheet. Important notes - The school was granted a tuition increase of 2.35% for 2025–2026 under the KHDA school fee framework; the applicable annual fee values above reflect the 2025–2026 schedules. Expected term dates and exact start/finish dates are set by the school calendar for the academic year.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school with no boarding facilities. There are no on-campus boarding options or programs such as weekly or flexi-boarding.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Fairgreen uses a defined school uniform. A refreshed uniform launches for Academic Year 2026–2027, with CP/DP continuing to wear a white polo shirt with trousers and a varsity jacket, and Secondary students also wearing trousers; Primary girls will move from skorts to shorts. PE kit remains part of the uniform, and online ordering will be available via Kapes Uniforms starting mid-2026.	Uniform requirement All students must wear the designated school uniform and comply with the dress code. Uniforms must be purchased from the designated supplier ZAKS Store, with at least two complete sets recommended; branches are Al Barsha 1, Circle Mall JVC, Oasis Mall and Uptown Mirdif Mall, and uniforms can also be ordered online with home delivery. The policy includes detailed guidelines on skirt length, socks, shoes, makeup, jewellery and acceptable hairstyles.
Food options	Food options Food is provided through an on-site canteen operated by Master Catering since 2024–2025. The canteen offers a four-week rotating menu with hot and cold meals, breakfast options, and accommodates dietary requirements. Master Catering holds local and international health accreditations, including ISO and HACCP.	Food options The dining facilities offer healthy meal options to cater to the diverse international community. The cafeteria provides daily offerings via Kalo Hospitality, including a live egg station at breakfast, smoothie counters, freshly baked products, salads and sandwiches, and a variety of vegetarian and non‑vegetarian lunches. Primary students can order pre‑packaged meals delivered to classrooms, with payments and ordering managed through the Kalo mobile app.
House system	House system —	House system RWA operates a house system to promote participation in school life. The school has house captains and sport leaders, with primary and secondary student leadership structures that support inter‑house activities and competitions.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Fairgreen International School is established and operated by Esol Education, the world's largest operator of international American schools. It is part of the Esol Education network, with sister schools in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain, Hong Kong, Cairo, Nicosia and Lebanon.	Governance and ownership Governance at RWA comprises a Board of Directors and an Advisory Council. The Board includes the owners and an independent member and oversees strategy, leadership appointments and financial stability; the Advisory Council represents parents and Innoventures Education management and meets several times a year. RWA is part of the Innoventures Education group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Fairgreen International School offers the IB continuum: PYP for ages 5–10 (KG2–Grade 5), MYP for the middle years, and the Diploma Programme (DP) together with the Career-related Programme (IBCP) for the final years. The Primary Years Programme uses six trans-disciplinary themes and inquiry-based units, with ongoing assessment from KG2 to Grade 5 and a culminating Grade 5 PYP Exhibition (source: Primary School page turn0search4; IB profile turn0search3). The Middle Years Programme provides an IB-aligned, inquiry-led curriculum that prepares students for the DP/IBCP pathway (source: IB profile turn0search3). The Diploma Programme core comprises Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service, with courses across the IB subject groups (source: DP page turn0search5). Sustainability is woven through the curriculum with initiatives such as urban farming, design, wellbeing, and Week Without Walls (source: Primary School page turn0search4). English is the language of instruction (source: IB profile turn0search3).	Curriculum details Raffles World Academy is an IB World School in Dubai offering a continuum from kindergarten through Year 13, with a hybrid curriculum that takes the best from IB examinations. The Early Years (Pre-KG to KG2) follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside the EYFS, with learning through inquiry and play. Primary (Grades 1–5) delivers the IB PYP, covering core subjects such as language, mathematics, social studies, science, ICT and the arts, and using cross-curricular themes linked to the UK National Curriculum. Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10) implements the IB MYP as part of the IB continuum. Upper secondary (Grades 11–12) provides the IB Diploma Programme with DP courses and examinations typically held in May. The language of instruction is English, and a Mother Tongue programme supports additional languages including Russian, French, Italian, Hindi and German.
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Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Fairgreen International School operates a Wellbeing Programme as part of its approach to nurturing students' overall growth and a culture of care on campus. Mindfulness training is offered to all interested teachers and staff through the .b Foundations Teacher Mindfulness course, an eight-week program developed by Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP). Three colleagues are trained to teach Mindfulness: Matt Greenwood (Primary Principal), Julie Serrao (PYP Teacher), and Louise Mehta (EYP teacher). The DREAMS Wellbeing Programme for MYP and upper-class students was designed by the Head of Counselling and Wellbeing Team and meets weekly to develop key life skills. Mindfulness is embedded throughout the programme, supported by the JIGSAW SEL program, the .b Stop, Breathe, Be tools, and PAWS, with weekly assemblies that reinforce wellbeing and character development.	Social & emotional learning The school positions Pastoral Care at the heart of its approach to holistic development, focusing on students' social, emotional, and personal well-being. It includes mentorship programs, student leadership opportunities, and access to counsellors to support emotional and social development. SEL is embedded in the IB framework, guiding students to develop attributes from the IB Learner Profile. The Inclusion Team provides targeted support for SEND, TAG, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners, helping address social-emotional needs within a whole-school approach.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Fairgreen describes itself as inclusive and neurodiversity-affirming, with an Inclusion Team that ensures all individuals are supported and feel a sense of belonging. External agencies such as Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Counseling Psychologists collaborate with the school to support students and to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) that focus on incremental progress. The EAL and SEND provisions use a co-teaching inclusion model and the WIDA standards to identify language acquisition levels and provide targeted support within classrooms. Full-time counsellors are available across Elementary to High School to support students' academic, mental, and physical wellbeing. The available public information describes SEND provisions and inclusive practices but does not list specific SEN categories the school can support, indicating a general inclusive approach rather than a specialist SEN designation.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Inclusion Team offers tailored support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), those who are gifted and talented (TAG), and students needing English language support (EAL). The school also has a dedicated Learning Support team to meet the needs of students with mild–moderate learning difficulties as well as those who are gifted and talented. Identification procedures involve CAT4 testing during admissions and teacher referrals, with the Inclusion team implementing appropriate support based on SEND, TAG, or EAL needs. Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework informs the inclusion provisions, developed as part of the school's strategic improvement plan.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school states that, given Dubai's cosmopolitan context, English Language Learner (ELL) needs are supported through a dedicated EAL team that measures and identifies language acquisition levels and uses the WIDA standards to guide support. ELL support is delivered via a co-teaching inclusion model in the classroom, with ongoing collaboration between ELL staff and teachers to create language-rich environments. The WIDA program provides standards, materials, and assessments to monitor language development across the year. Communication with parents is considered a fundamental part of the process, with home–school collaboration emphasized. The information indicates that all teachers share responsibility for language development and that ELL provision is integrated across the school.	English as an additional language The English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is available for primary students via pull-out or in-class support provided by the Inclusion team. In the secondary school, students with EAL attend English Language Acquisition lessons within the Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework. The Inclusion Team coordinates EAL support across both primary and secondary sections. Admissions data and referrals are used to identify EAL needs as part of the inclusion process.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing at Fairgreen is driven by a structured programme that includes mindfulness and life-skills development. Mindfulness training is available to staff through the MiSP .b Foundations course, and three staff members are trained to lead mindfulness sessions. The DREAMS programme targets middle- and upper-school students with weekly sessions focusing on Drive, Relationships, Emotion, Accomplishment, Mindfulness, and Service. Mindfulness practices are embedded throughout the wellbeing framework and complemented by JIGSAW SEL and PAWS tools. Regular assemblies in the Primary and Middle Years Programmes reinforce wellbeing and character education.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through a warm, nurturing Pastoral Care system described as the heartbeat of the school, with mentorship programs, student leadership, and counselling services. The on-site clinic provides primary and preventive healthcare, staffed by a DHA-licensed doctor and two DHA-licensed nurses, and coordinates with staff and parents for student health needs. Counselling services are part of Pastoral Care, contributing to emotional and social support for students. Safeguarding policies reinforce safe and supportive environments with clearly defined roles and procedures.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Fairgreen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, in line with UAE law Article 42 and its own child protection policy. The school explicitly states that a Fairgreen Safeguarding Children Policy exists and is accessible to the school community. The Welcome page also notes safeguarding posters and information displayed around the campus and identifies safeguarding as a priority area. There are safeguarding team members and designated contacts for students and families to reach out to for protection and welfare concerns. Overall, safeguarding is presented as a formal policy area with active procedures and resources available on site.	Safeguarding The Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy states that the health, safety, and well-being of all children are paramount and safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Staff must report any suspected or disclosed abuse to the designated child protection officer (DCPO) within 48 hours, and the DCPO will coordinate a school-based response that may include the doctor, nurse, counsellor, and leadership. Procedures include interviewing staff, gathering information, referrals to external agencies when needed, and maintaining confidential records. The policy references UAE law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), and requires safer recruitment, training, and ongoing monitoring of safeguarding practices.
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Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located at The Sustainable City, Dubai. The campus is powered entirely by renewable energy. It features technology-enabled classrooms, state-of-the-art labs and maker-spaces, research and food production mobile stations, a library and learning hub, and arts and music facilities. The sports complex includes a swimming pool, a large indoor multi-purpose gym and auditorium, outdoor soccer field, courts and playgrounds. The Sustainable City provides access to a bee garden, outdoor garden plots, equestrian centre, and biking and jogging tracks, and one bio-dome supports health, wellness and learning. The school is authorized to deliver the IB Continuum: PYP, MYP, DP and CP and is part of the ESOL Education family.	Facilities overview Raffles World Academy's Dubai campus sits on around 30,000 square metres in Umm Suqeim and accommodates a broad range of facilities to support IB learning. Academic facilities include a networked library, science laboratories (physics, biology and chemistry), computer labs and IT suites, and open, spacious classrooms equipped with projectors and computer clusters. Creative facilities comprise a theatre, music rooms, an art room and a dance studio for performing and visual arts. Sports and recreation facilities include a sports hall, a soccer field, swimming pools and courts for basketball and badminton. The campus also features a full cafeteria-style dining facility, prayer rooms with ablution facilities, and 24-hour security with CCTV.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a swimming pool and a large indoor multi-purpose gym and auditorium, with outdoor soccer field, courts and playgrounds. The Elementary School has two shaded playgrounds and an indoor multi-purpose hall that serves as a gym for younger students; Middle and High School have a 1,500 sq. m. gymnasium for indoor games. The campus also includes access to The Sustainable City's jogging and cycling tracks and its Equestrian Centre. The curriculum supports mainstream sports such as swimming, basketball, badminton and soccer.	Sports facilities A sports hall, a soccer field, swimming pools, tennis courts, and basketball and badminton courts provide spaces for team and individual sport activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The indoor and outdoor classrooms are designed around sustainable principles, with energy-efficient materials and clean energy generation. Learning spaces include research workshops and makerspaces with laboratories for Science and a mobile Food Technology station, plus 3D printers and tools for engineering, design and robotics. The Arts are supported by dedicated music and art rooms and a 440-seat multi-purpose auditorium for performances. The campus is interconnected with The Sustainable City to provide hands-on learning in health, wellness and farming, including bio-domes for indoor farming and a farm-to-table approach, as well as access to the city's Innovation Centres.	Academic facilities The academic facilities include a well-resourced networked library, dedicated science laboratories for physics, biology and chemistry, computer labs and IT suites, and spacious classrooms with projectors and computer clusters.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities After-School Activities (ASA) run in eight-week blocks and are organized into teacher-led activities and external programs; partner providers include Stryx Sports and a wide range of options such as NBA basketball, tennis, parkour, ballet, gymnastics and Funkeynastix. ASA also covers reading clubs, coding and robotics, and gardening, farming and food-science clubs that leverage The Sustainable City resources; sign-ups are managed through the SchoolsBuddy system. Evening Sports Academies offer after-school coaching in swimming (Hamilton Aquatics), gymnastics/dance (Splits Gymnastics Academy), volleyball (Elite Volleyball Academy) and adventure programs (The Overlord Academy). Model United Nations (MUN) is offered as part of the IB-aligned activities, with students researching, debating and presenting at conferences; the school has participated in HMUN Dubai. The Junior Duke Programme provides age-appropriate, Duke-of-Edinburgh-inspired personal development for Pre-KG to Grade 7, and Junk Kouture runs as a sustainability-focused fashion-arts project. Diplomathon and other performing/creative activities are also available through the ASA program.	Extra curricular facilities Creative facilities include a theatre, music rooms, an art room and a dance studio that support performing and visual arts outside classroom time.
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History	History Fairgreen International School in Dubai opened in September 2018 as the city's first sustainability-focused IB World School, starting with Pre-KG to Grade 9. It was founded and is operated by Esol Education, a network with a 40-year track record of establishing international schools. The campus is purpose-built in The Sustainable City and features solar-powered energy, water recycling for agricultural use, and waste separation. The school was authorised to offer the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, CP and DP) in June 2021. Initial expansion plans anticipated growing to a community of over 1,000 students by 2025. sources: turn3search4; turn0search4; turn1search5; turn0search5; turn3search4	History Raffles World Academy (RWA) was established in 2008. It began as Raffles International School (West Campus) and was renamed Raffles World Academy in September 2012. RWA is an IB World School offering the full IB continuum for Pre-KG to Grade 12, with the Primary Years Programme in Pre-KG to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme in Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme and Careers-related Programme in Grades 11–12. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the International Baccalaureate and operates as part of the Innoventures Education family. It serves a diverse international community of around 1,900 students from more than 100 nationalities and has earned the Green Flag from Eco-Schools UAE.
Community	Community Fairgreen's community is diverse and international, with home-school partnerships supported by regular communication via blogs, newsletters, and social media. International Day, Emirati traditions, World Book Day, International Day of Peace, and International Day of Happiness are celebrated as part of the school's community calendar. The school emphasizes inclusion and multicultural celebrations to reflect its student body. Governance emphasizes ongoing partnership with families as part of the school's approach to continuous improvement. sources: turn2search4; turn3search3	Community RWA presents itself as a warm, nurturing community with pastoral care at its heart, and it emphasizes a strong partnership with its parent community. Student development is central to school decisions, and parents participate actively through channels such as the Parents Association. The school conducts UAE National Day celebrations and various arts and sports events, supported by its evolving facilities, including a multipurpose hall for performances and gatherings.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Fairgreen International School maintains an active parent engagement framework that includes a dedicated Parent Liaison and a Parent–Teacher Association. Lily Watoro serves as the Parent Liaison, coordinating communications with families. External sources describe a PTA that is open to all parents and guardians and that coordinates volunteering and fundraising for school projects. The school's governance states the governing board works in ongoing partnership with parents to uphold high standards. PTA activities include supporting events and community initiatives such as Art & Music Celebrations and Diplomathon, and the school also hosts parent-inclusive programs like the Fairgreen Voices Podcast. Families stay informed and engaged through newsletters, blogs, and social media, reinforcing home–school partnerships. sources: turn3search1; turn2search2; turn3search3; turn1search6; turn2search4	Parent teacher association PARWA (Parents Association of Raffles World Academy) is the school's parent association. It comprises 21 volunteer parents on an executive committee and operates under the motto 'Empowering Future Generations.' PARWA began as Paris (West Campus) until 2016–17 and was rebranded to PARWA in 2017–18; its parent association was established in 2006. PARWA sponsors resources and books for language departments and the RWA library, funds the RWA stallions mascot, and supports national day and international day activities, student-led initiatives, and the Principal's award luncheon. It also assists with Arabic learning, hosts workshops for parents, runs a second-hand uniform shop, and organizes bake sales to raise funds for school initiatives. PARWA hosts annual teachers' appreciation luncheons, an annual security and cleaning staff luncheon, and a career fair for upper primary/secondary students, and invites parents to offer job-shadowing opportunities for Grade 11 students.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-Related Programme (CP). It is benchmarked against English National Curriculum standards. From Early Years through High School, learning is an adventure driven by curiosity and hands‑on experiences, developing international-mindedness and social responsibility. The IB framework is integrated with sustainability and real‑world learning across grades.	Academic & intellectual Raffles World Academy is an independent, co-educational KG–G12 (pre-school – Year 13) IB World School. It offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) up to Grade 5 (Year 6), the IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) in Grades 6–10 (Years 7–11), and the IB Diploma Programme and IB courses in Grades 11–12 (Years 12–13). It uses a hybrid curriculum taking the best from the IB Examinations.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Fine Arts teaches visual expression across media such as sketching, painting, printmaking, design and crafts, starting in Elementary and continuing through High School, with an emphasis on personal narratives and diverse perspectives. Performing Arts enables Dance, Drama and Music with after‑school programs, and includes opportunities to form bands or choirs, plus live performances and partnerships with external specialists. The school's arts program also features a regular music live lounge and collaboration with the Centre of Musical Arts to deepen tuition and performance opportunities.	Arts & creative The school provides a range of co-curricular arts opportunities and supports creative development as part of its holistic education.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Mother Tongue and Foreign Language Programme offers courses in Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian and Turkish, delivered face‑to‑face on campus after school hours. Language providers include Headway Institute for several languages and the Pomegranate Institute for others, with enrollment and tuition details published for families. Model United Nations provides exposure to international relations and diplomacy, developing debate, research and policy writing skills. Week Without Walls exposes students to other cultures and community engagement beyond the classroom.	Cultural & language A Mother Tongue programme supports multiple languages, including Russian, French, Italian, Hindi and German.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The After School Activities program offers a wide range of activities, including sports, fine arts, performing arts, Model United Nations, Junior Duke, and external partners for activities like basketball, tennis and dance. Diplomathon provides a platform for debate and global issues, while Junk Kouture focuses on sustainability through fashion design. Junior Duke Programme and MUN participation provide structured opportunities to explore interests, build confidence and exercise teamwork.	Social & hobbies The school offers around 50 co-curricular activities (CCAs), including academic CCAs, eco initiatives, and character-building activities such as MUN conferences and Duke of Edinburgh expeditions.
Community & service	Community & service The Fairgreen Sustainability Committee leads the community in environmental stewardship, integrating sustainability into curriculum and school life and coordinating events, workshops and outreach. Week Without Walls includes community service components, international travel and culture experiences that foster teamwork and service to others. The school shares student achievements and community stories through social channels and events to engage families and the wider community.	Community & service Pastoral care is a core focus, with mentorship programs and counselling services that support students' academic, emotional, social, and personal growth.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional College and Career Guidance supports seniors through the college application process, hosts College Nights, and coordinates transcripts, letters of recommendation and standardized testing. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and the Junior Duke Programme develop leadership, independence, goal‑setting and community contribution. The school maintains active university partnerships and hosts college fairs and career events to prepare students for post‑secondary experiences.	Leadership & professional Student leadership and professional skills development are emphasised within a holistic education framework.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Wellbeing Programme includes Mindfulness training, based on the MiSP framework, and Social and Emotional Learning through the Jigsaw program, along with the DREAMS wellbeing curriculum for older students. Mindfulness and SEL aim to reduce stress, improve focus and support emotional wellbeing, while assemblies and a campus culture reinforce character and connectedness. Week Without Walls also emphasizes wellbeing through adventure, teamwork, cultural exposure and service experiences.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus supports sports and wellness through facilities and activities in line with its holistic education approach.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school runs a Mother Tongue and Foreign Language Programme. Language offerings include Arabic, Danish, Dutch, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian and Turkish, with Greek available as both mother tongue and foreign language. All language courses are delivered on campus, face-to-face, once a week after school for about an hour, depending on the provider. Arabic, German, Italian and Russian are delivered by Headway Institute, while Greek is delivered by the Pomegranate Institute. Fees vary by language and provider (Headway: AED 3,450 per year in three installments, with an early-bird option of AED 3,000 if paid by August 31; Greek: AED 1,050 + VAT for 10 classes). The programs begin the week of September 1, with pre-registration due by August 29; registration links for the languages are provided on the page.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for the IB Diploma Programme. Arabic is taught as part of the language curriculum, with Arabic A available for Arab nationals and Arabic B offered to non-Arab students. A Mother Tongue programme is offered in French, German, Russian, Spanish, Hindi and Italian, with 60-minute lessons, typically 1–2 sessions per week after school or during Islamic/Arabic studies depending on year level. The library provides books in Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish to support language learning.
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Accreditations	Accreditations The school is an IB World School authorized to deliver the full IB Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP). CIS is among the accreditation logos on site, and the school is part of the Esol Education network.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. All new students must complete an online application to commence the process. After submission, student files are reviewed based on previous years' academic performance, Fairgreen assessment test results, school confidential reports, and a personal interview. Admissions decisions follow clearly established procedures involving staff, including counsellors and specialist teachers, with the Director's decision final. 2. For Pre-KG, KG1 and KG2 applicants, all applicants will be interviewed by appointment, and the admissions team will be in touch to schedule a suitable date. 3. For Grade 1–Grade 9 applicants, CAT4 test scores can be submitted and these may be used in lieu of an assessment test at Fairgreen. Review the admissions policies and the list of supporting documents prior to commencing the application. 4. Applications are initiated via the Launch Application Form. 5. The Admissions Manager is Sam Dillow; he can assist with the application process and answer questions about curriculum, school fees, transport or uniform, and can share how the IB develops students into global-minded lifelong learners.	Admissions Raffles World Academy is a 12-grade IB World School offering KG to G12 (pre-school to Year 13). It provides the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) up to Grade 5 (Year 6), the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grade 6–10 (Years 7–11) and the IB Diploma Programme in Grade 11–12 (Year 12–13) with a hybrid curriculum drawing from IB examinations. The main admissions intake is at the start of the academic year in September, and admissions are ongoing throughout the year depending on places. RWA is a 12-grade system and is part of the Innoventures Education family. An Admissions Policy & Admissions Procedures document is available. The school hours are Monday–Thursday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am to 1:00 pm, with Ramadan timings applying.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Sports scholarships are offered. Eligibility requires representing one's country, region or city in a sport; demonstrating outstanding ability, dedication and potential; representing the school; making a significant contribution to the sport; and meeting targeted academic targets. Returning students may apply between June 1 and June 20 for the next academic year; new students may apply alongside the admission application. Applications are evaluated by a scholarship panel; awardees sign the Terms and Conditions of the Scholarship, the Letter of Agreement and the Code of Conduct, with an annual renewal process. A limited number of scholarships are available in categories including international athletes, inter-Emirate level athletes, or individuals recommended by a coach or organization; the scholarship is a percentage discount of tuition. Applications are submitted via the online IVEI Sports Scholarship Application Form and email sports@innoventureseducation.com with attachments (full school reports for the last two years and two letter of references). Deadline details for 2025–2026 cycle: 25 May 2025 / 20 June 2025.
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