Nord Anglia International School Dubai vs Raffles World Academy

	N Nord Anglia International School Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates	R Raffles World Academy Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 69,625 - 105,288	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 British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,900
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 13
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Nord Anglia International School Dubai is located in Al Barsha 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in a central area just off Hessa Street, about five minutes from Sheikh Zayed Road, with easy access via E311. The school's Al Barsha address places it in a well‑connected residential and commercial neighbourhood, with on‑site parking available for arrivals.	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 NAS Dubai serves students from ages 3 to 18, from Early Years through Sixth Form. The school follows the English National Curriculum in the primary and secondary years, with Sixth Form options including the IB Diploma Programme or A‑Levels (and related pathways such as BTEC). The campus structure aligns with Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, as described in the school's overview.	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 NAS Dubai is a co‑educational, day international school. It operates as a UK/IB‑oriented, private day school within the Nord Anglia Education family, with no boarding facilities publicly indicated.	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 school represents students from over 90 nationalities. NAS Dubai's own curriculum pages show nationalities numbered in the 90s across school phases (e.g., 91–95), while external reporting has cited enrollments around 2,300–3,000 with more than 90 nationalities and British as the largest group. The most common nationality is British.	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 school emphasises wellbeing and safeguarding as core to its learning community, with Outstanding ratings in KHDA inspections and ongoing safeguarding initiatives. NAS Dubai offers inclusive education and wellbeing support through structured pastoral care and digital wellbeing tools; recent Nord Anglia/NGO‑level updates describe ongoing safeguarding and wellbeing programs.	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 There is no formal country affiliation for NAS Dubai. It is part of Nord Anglia Education and teaches UK‑aligned curriculum components (UK/IB) rather than representing a single country.	Country affiliation There is no formal country affiliation listed for Raffles World Academy.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation NAS Dubai has no explicit religious affiliation. The school operates as a UK/IB international school within Dubai's private education framework.	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 school day varies by year group but generally starts around 07:30 for Nursery, Reception and Primary, and around 07:45 for Secondary. End times range from about 15:00 to 16:00 depending on year group and activities, with Extended Academic Programs offered after school. Friday schedules follow a tutor/assembly rhythm with after‑school activities continuing where offered.	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 A school bus service is offered as an optional transport option with additional fees. Details, routes and sign‑up arrangements are handled through the admissions process.	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 registration fees - Application fee (per child, non-refundable): AED 525 (inclusive of 5% VAT). - One-off registration / admission deposit to accept an offered place (new students): AED 5,000 (charged as an admission deposit and deducted from the total tuition for that academic year; non-transferable and non-refundable except in exceptional circumstances described by the school). - Re‑registration deposit for existing students: 5% of the school's tuition fees as a re‑registration deposit to confirm return for the new academic year; this deposit is non‑refundable and will be deducted from the total tuition for that academic year. Tuition fees by year group (2025–26 academic year, amounts in AED) - Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) - Annual fee: AED 69,625. Term 1: AED 27,851; Term 2: AED 20,887; Term 3: AED 20,887. - Foundation Stage 2 (FS2) - Annual fee: AED 69,625. Term 1: AED 27,851; Term 2: AED 20,887; Term 3: AED 20,887. - Year 1 - Annual fee: AED 81,228. Term 1: AED 32,492; Term 2: AED 24,368; Term 3: AED 24,368. - Year 2 - Annual fee: AED 81,228. Term 1: AED 32,492; Term 2: AED 24,368; Term 3: AED 24,368. - Year 3 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 4 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 5 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 6 - Annual fee: AED 87,030. Term 1: AED 34,812; Term 2: AED 26,109; Term 3: AED 26,109. - Year 7 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 8 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 9 - Annual fee: AED 92,832. Term 1: AED 37,134; Term 2: AED 27,849; Term 3: AED 27,849. - Year 10 - Annual fee: AED 99,794. Term 1: AED 39,918; Term 2: AED 29,938; Term 3: AED 29,938. - Year 11 - Annual fee: AED 99,794. Term 1: AED 39,918; Term 2: AED 29,938; Term 3: AED 29,938. - Year 12 - Annual fee: AED 105,288. Term 1: AED 42,116; Term 2: AED 31,586; Term 3: AED 31,586. - Year 13 - Annual fee: AED 105,288. Term 1: AED 42,116; Term 2: AED 31,586; Term 3: AED 31,586. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are presented on a termly basis (Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3). The school issues tuition invoices according to the academic terms and the termly figures above are the standard term invoices. - An annual payment option is available; paying the full year in one payment qualifies for a 3% discount where the full annual tuition is paid in full prior to Monday 18 August 2025 (deadline as stated for the 2025–26 academic year). - New‑student admission deposit (AED 5,000) is deducted from the total tuition for the academic year in which admission is being sought and is non‑refundable and valid only for that academic year. Existing students pay a 5% re‑registration deposit which is deducted from the total tuition for the returning academic year. - For the purposes of refunds and pro‑rations, the value of the fee per month is calculated by dividing the total tuition fee by ten. Specific deduction rules apply depending on the length of attendance in a term (for example: attendance of two weeks or less leads to deduction of one month's fee; attendance between two weeks and one month leads to two months' fees being deducted; attendance beyond one month leads to a full term's fee being deducted). Charges for books and uniforms are not refundable; the same refund rules apply to transportation fees provided by the school. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable: Nord Anglia International School Dubai operates as a day school (no boarding provision). Other costs and optional charges - Optional additional costs are charged separately and typically include school transport, school uniforms, enrichment / after‑school activities, examination fees (IGCSE/A‑Level/IB where applicable), trips (local and international), music tuition and other optional programme costs. Amounts vary by service and student. - Transport is charged as an optional service and third‑party summaries report typical transport ranges around 6,000– AED 12,000 per year depending on route and service. Uniform costs, enrichment and activity fees vary by item and programme; third‑party summaries and local retail sources indicate uniform items and occasional kit purchases are additional (examples: individual uniform items and optional specialist jackets). Refund information (summary) - Deposits (application deposit and registration/admission deposit or re‑registration deposit) are treated as non‑refundable in normal circumstances. The school may refund deposits only under special circumstances (for example, documented family relocation) and such cases may be submitted to the relevant regulatory authority for review. Refunds of tuition after a student has started are calculated according to the attendance-based deduction scale described above. Charges for books and uniforms are not refundable. Fee payment options - Tuition payments are processed through the school's payments system. The NAS Dubai parent app supports tuition payments and is used for payment handling, lunch pre‑orders and activity sign‑ups; the school's published information indicates electronic payment processing through that system. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, bank transfer or card) are handled through the school's payment platform and local payment arrangements.	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.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The NAS Dubai uniform is available through Zak's Uniform shop in Dubai Motor City. Some items on the compulsory list are not available at Zak's and must be purchased through the NAS Dubai school shop. A full uniform list and price information are provided as downloadable documents.	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 The NAS Dubai campus houses the Lunchbox Canteen and Terrace Café, where meals are prepared on site and a hydroponic farming space supports food education. Lunchbox provides meals daily, and a weekly lunch menu is available in the NAS Dubai app with pre-ordering.	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 Pupils are allocated to one of four houses: Falcons, Leopards, Scorpions, and Vipers. The house system encourages cross-year collaboration, and students participate in inter-house competitions throughout the year.	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 NAS Dubai is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global network of premium international schools. Governance and oversight are provided by Nord Anglia Education as the owner and operator of NAS Dubai, which is described as part of the Nord Anglia Education family.	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 NAS Dubai follows an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from Early Years through Year 11, with IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. In Early Years, learning is organized around the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with play-based, enquiry-led activities across seven areas of learning. From Year 1 to Year 11, the curriculum is English-medium and prepares pupils for IGCSE assessments. In the Sixth Form (Years 12–13), NAS Dubai offers two pathways: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or A-Levels, with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) available for A-Level students. The IB Diploma Programme comprises six subject groups (three HL and three SL) plus Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. NAS Dubai also provides BTEC pathways as part of its broader curriculum, and a Languages Programme offering French, German, Mandarin and Spanish across the school.	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 NAS Dubai treats wellbeing as a daily practice rather than a one-off activity. Wellbeing is embedded in everyday school life, with daily check-ins and a focus on emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills. Topics such as managing stress, digital wellbeing, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are explored age-appropriately across year groups. Student voice is central to shaping wellbeing programmes, with roles like Wellbeing Champions, Thrive Mental Health Champions, and Peer Listeners contributing to Flourishing Fridays. The YouHQ platform supports early identification of wellbeing needs and staff follow a 3-Go-To People approach for discreet guidance and intervention, with a planned bespoke Being Me wellbeing curriculum for Primary next year.	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) Inclusive Education at NAS Dubai is delivered through a comprehensive Pastoral and Inclusion Team of experienced and specialist staff. The school provides differentiated and personalised curriculum access to all students, including those described as of determination, with provision available throughout a student's time at school. The Inclusion Policy lists four SEND areas: physical and sensory impairment; cognition and learning; communication and interaction; and social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Support measures include 1:1 LSAs, staff mentors, peer mentoring, intervention sessions, differentiated curriculum, and access to resources and external professionals; progress is regularly monitored with testing and parent briefings. Specialist external services used when needed include Educational Psychologists, CAMHS, counselling partnerships, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, ABA therapists, and Physiotherapists. NAS Dubai is not a specialist SEN institution; it offers inclusive education with a dedicated Inclusion Team.	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 Inclusive Education page does not describe EAL as a separate, named provision; it emphasizes inclusive education and a Pastoral and Inclusion Team. The four SEND categories listed do not include EAL, and there is no explicit EAL section on NAS Dubai's inclusion policy. The Languages Programme focuses on world languages (French, German, Mandarin, Spanish) and does not specify EAL support. Publicly disclosed information on EAL-specific support is not provided on NAS Dubai's inclusion pages. The school does publicly describe inclusive practices and additional language development in other contexts, but does not detail a dedicated EAL program.	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 Mental wellbeing is treated as a core, ongoing aspect of school life, with wellbeing described as a daily practice and not a standalone topic. Age-appropriate topics around stress management, digital wellbeing, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation are embedded across year groups, coupled with daily wellbeing check-ins. Student voice informs wellbeing initiatives through structures such as Wellbeing Champions, Thrive Mental Health Champions, and Peer Listeners, and students co-lead Flourishing Fridays. Movement and physical activity are linked to mental health, supporting resilience and cognitive performance. A bespoke Being Me wellbeing curriculum is planned for Primary to further develop emotional regulation and social skills as students progress into Secondary.	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 Safeguarding at NAS Dubai is described as a culture, not just a policy, with a dedicated safeguarding lead and a highly trained safeguarding team. Ongoing staff training and workshops ensure safeguarding knowledge remains current, and there is a strong emphasis on student voice and parental engagement to support safety and wellbeing at home and school. Safeguarding is embedded in daily school life, with open communication and a shared responsibility among students, staff, parents, and leadership. The school highlights plans to expand student-led safeguarding initiatives and digital safety measures, and to strengthen community partnerships for safeguarding support.	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	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school provides a modern, well‑equipped learning environment with integrated Primary and Secondary teaching spaces that promote interactive collaboration across ages and cultures. There is a dedicated Early Learning area and world‑class facilities across the campus, including close to 20 science labs, dance studios and music practice rooms. The campus features a hydroponic farming space, a 524‑seat auditorium, a recording studio and a Makerspace, plus a Lunchbox Canteen with Terrace Café. Technology is embedded throughout the curriculum with iPads for younger students, a BYOD programme from Year 3 and tools such as interactive whiteboards, 3D printers and drones. Wellbeing spaces and communal areas include the Wellbeing Terrace Space the Jungle and a Sixth Form Centre.	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 Two competition level 25m pools and two learner pools support swimming for all ages. Two indoor sports halls with basketball courts and specialist gymnastic flooring, plus two full sized outdoor pitches, multi‑purpose courts and tennis courts enable a wide range of sports. The facilities host inter‑house tournaments and matches against teams from across Dubai, supporting sports from football and rugby to tennis, netball, cricket and rounders.	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 World‑class learning facilities include spacious classrooms, close to 20 science labs, a dedicated Early Learning area, and dance studios and music practice rooms. The Juilliard‑informed curriculum is used for dance and music. Technology is infused from the start with iPads for Early Years to Year 2 and a BYOD programme from Year 3. Spheros, 3D printers and drones are among the tech tools used in learning. The NAE Global Campus connects NAS Dubai with Nord Anglia peers through an online learning platform.	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 Beyond The Classroom includes collaborations, a languages programme, an enrichment programme and the NAS Music Academy. Cross‑phase learning and practical projects such as the Formula 1 project with Yas Marina Circuit and the Year 10 Young Innovator Programme provide hands‑on experiences. From Year 6, students participate in global trips to Cambodia, Japan, the US, Oman, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand and Nepal, and in the UNICEF Global Challenge. The social purpose includes local charity involvement with Dubai Cares, Al Jalila Breast Cancer Awareness, the Red Crescent and The Little Wings Foundation. A Chatter Box Café provides a meeting platform for parents, and a house system (Falcons, Scorpions, Vipers and Leopards) fosters community.} code男人天堂> Wait, I included citations at end of entire string? I appended a single citation after entire fields string. The web.run's instruction says after statements; But in JSON, I can't place per sentence citations easily; It's better to add after the entire field value? The result shows both turn1view0 and turn0view0 as sources; But the last token	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.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History NAS Dubai opened its doors to founding families and students in September 2014. It began with around 500 students across the early years. The school is part of Nord Anglia Education, a global private education group that operates premium international schools. Since opening, NAS Dubai has grown to educate more than 3,100 students and has achieved strong examination outcomes, including a 100% pass rate in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in recent years.	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 NAS Dubai serves a diverse community with students from more than 90 nationalities. The school promotes community through a house system (Falcons, Scorpions, Vipers, Leopards) and structured parent involvement including the Chatter Box Café and a parent-led class representative system. Local and global experiences include Dubai excursions to Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Oman, as well as access to performing arts experiences via Dubai Opera and Nord Anglia-hosted festivals and STEAM challenges. Students engage in international collaborations via the NAE Global Campus and UNICEF/SDG initiatives as part of the school's social purpose.	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 NAS Dubai does not publish a standalone PTA in its public materials; parent involvement is organized through a structured volunteer framework. A key component is the Chatter Box Café, a volunteer-run meeting space that helps parents connect with each other and with the school. A parent volunteer-led class representative system works with the Senior Leadership Team to support families and ease transitions for new joiners. Regular town hall meetings with the Senior Leadership Team provide a forum for parent input on priorities, policies, and events. These channels enable parents to contribute to school life through volunteering, feedback, and liaison roles that complement formal governance.	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 NAS Dubai teaches an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from Early Years to Year 11, with IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11. In Years 12 and 13, students study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or A-Levels. The Sixth Form is supported by university guidance counsellors who assist with university applications.	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 The performing arts curriculum is Juilliard-informed. The campus includes dance studios and music practice rooms. A 524-seat auditorium, recording studio and Makerspace support creative work across both Primary and Secondary.	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 Primary students study Arabic and a second world language. The second language options are French, German, Mandarin or Spanish. Languages are taught by specialist teachers.	Cultural & language A Mother Tongue programme supports multiple languages, including Russian, French, Italian, Hindi and German.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies NAS Dubai offers more than 100 enrichment activities and clubs.	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 Year 10 Young Innovator Programme invites students to pitch ideas to tackle social problems. A Formula 1 project is run in collaboration with Yas Marina Circuit.	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 In Sixth Form NAS Dubai offers the IB Diploma Programme and A-Levels. University guidance counsellors support students with university applications.	Leadership & professional Student leadership and professional skills development are emphasised within a holistic education framework.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing spaces include The Jungle, NAS Dubai's dedicated wellbeing space. The campus features two 25m competition pools, two learner pools, indoor sports halls, outdoor pitches and tennis courts. It also has a 524-seat auditorium.	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 NAS Dubai teaches an internationally enhanced English National Curriculum from the Early Years through to IGCSEs, with Sixth Form offering either the IB Diploma Programme or A-Levels. From Nursery through Year 13, all students study at least one world language: French, German, Mandarin or Spanish. Non-Arab passport holders have Arabic classes until the end of Year 10; Arab passport holders study Arabic until the end of Year 12; IB Diploma students can also choose Arabic or their mother tongue as Language A. The NAS World Languages Programme includes Arabic, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish.	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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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make an enquiry: The admissions process begins by submitting an online enquiry form, sending an email, or calling the admissions staff. This initial contact allows parents to discuss their family's specific needs and provide basic background information about their child. The team uses this step to establish direct communication and explain the timeline for expected entry. 2. Visit us: Parents are prompted to schedule a virtual tour and a discovery meeting based on their availability. During this session, the admissions staff outlines the daily routines and structural setup of the school. This serves as a dedicated time for parents to ask specific questions about how the school aligns with their child's educational requirements. 3. Make your application: To formally apply, families must submit an online application form alongside the required supporting documents, such as previous school reports and identification. At this stage, a non-refundable application fee of AED 525 is collected to process the file. Following submission, parents are also invited to schedule an in-person campus tour to view the physical classrooms and facilities. 4. Assessment and offer: The school will arrange a time for the student to complete an online admissions assessment, or provide video evidence for younger students. Results from this assessment are typically communicated within one week, giving parents a few days to make their decision. Upon receiving an offer, parents secure their child's place by accepting the enrolment terms and paying an enrolment fee of AED 5,000.	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.
Waitlist	Waitlist Nord Anglia International School Dubai operates a rolling waiting list system for year groups that are currently at full capacity. If a student successfully passes the required admissions assessment but a seat is not immediately available, they are moved onto this waitlist. Applications remain on the list continuously until a place opens up, meaning parents do not need to submit a new application or pay additional assessment fees for the following term while waiting for an available spot.	Waitlist —
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