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Al Salam Community School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 23,795 - 41,102
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1946
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 25
Introduction

Al Salam Community School is an independent, fee‑paying British curriculum school located on 18th Street in Al Twar 2, Dubai. It follows the National Curriculum for England from the Early Years Foundation Stage (FS1) through Year 13, offering external examinations including IGCSEs and AS/A levels, and serves pupils aged 3 to 18. The school publishes that the languages of instruction are English and Arabic and that it implements the UAE Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic, Islamic Education and UAE social studies. Published facilities include more than 70 classrooms, seven science laboratories plus specialist technology, art, media and design labs, a 1,000 square metre multipurpose hall, a six‑lane 25 metre swimming pool with privacy covering, extensive indoor and outdoor sports fields and over 4,000 sqm of external play areas; the campus is described as accessible for people of determination and includes a heritage centre. A distinctive element the school publishes is its Rahhal programme — KHDA‑approved flexible pathways (Encounters, Frontiers and Foundations) that offer alternative timetables and a licensed examination centre — and a stated emphasis on inclusion and wellbeing.

18th St, Al Twar 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Al Salam Community School has 1,946 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Al Salam Community School is located in Al Twar 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in the Al Twar area near the Dubai–Sharjah boundary, with convenient road access and local amenities nearby. The Admissions office is on site at Al Twar 2, Dubai, making visits straightforward for relocating families. The surrounding area is residential and well-connected to Dubai's city streets and public transport routes.

Stages
Foundation Stage (3–5 years), Primary (5–11 years), Secondary (11–16 years), Post-16 (16–18 years).

Type
Co-educational; day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
ASCS has a highly international student body representing many nationalities. The school describes its community as diverse and multicultural; historically the largest nationality group has been Pakistani, with representation from Arab, Asian, African and European backgrounds. The exact current mix is not publicly published.

Additional learning support
ASCS provides inclusive education with a formal SEN provision. It uses an Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle for learning needs and has robust early identification and differentiation. The school has been awarded the SEND Inclusion Award (2026–2028) and its premises are accessible for students of determination.

Country affiliation
The school follows a British curriculum (Edexcel and Cambridge) and is recognised as a British School Overseas. It maintains UK-based affiliations and collaborations, including with the University of Birmingham, Dubai.

Religious affiliation
Islamic values underpin the school's ethos; it is not a religiously affiliated school.

School day structure
The school day typically starts around 7:30 am and ends around 3:30 pm for most year groups, with Fridays finishing earlier (about 12:00 pm for some levels). A midday break is included on school days; Friday hours vary by year group. Timings reflect a British-curriculum timetable implemented in Dubai.

Bus service
ASCS operates a bus service with routes across Dubai; buses are equipped with GPS tracking and CCTV. On some routes or for younger students, conductors or bus monitors may be provided. A dedicated Transport Manager can be contacted for arrangements and route details.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is mandatory for all pupils (FS1–Year 13) and reflects the school's ethos of conservative attire and respect for the local Muslim and Arab community. FS1–Year 6 wear a polo shirt and dark grey skorts/shorts/trousers; Years 7–13 wear a white shirt/blouse (long sleeves for girls) with a red inner collar. The uniform can be purchased from the Sumeru Retail Shop in Al Madina Mall (Level 2) or online; shoes must be black formal footwear with black socks; additional rules cover hair, jewellery, PE kit, and jackets.

Food Options
ASCS works with Ben's Farmhouse, a catering company founded by Chef Ben Torbitt, to provide meals on campus. Catering is designed to promote healthy eating and aligns with the school's wellbeing policies.

Governance and Ownership
Al Salam Community School is a family-run independent school. Salam Education operates ASCS and the other Al Salam schools (Nursery and ASPS). An Executive Committee acts as the governing board, setting vision, providing resources, and holding the schools to account; Sue Johnston, the founder, continues to guide the ethos.
Fees

Annual tuition at Al Salam Community School ranges from AED 23,795 to AED 41,102 for 2026/27.

Application / Assessment fees

- Assessment (application) fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT). This fee is payable prior to a child's assessment and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts in AED) — full year and per-term breakdown

- FS1 — AED 23,795 per year; Term 1 (Aug–Dec) AED 9,517; Term 2 (Jan–Mar) AED 7,139; Term 3 (Apr–Jun) AED 7,139.
- FS2 — AED 23,795 per year; Term 1 AED 9,517; Term 2 AED 7,139; Term 3 AED 7,139.
- Year 1 — AED 27,041 per year; Term 1 AED 10,817; Term 2 AED 8,112; Term 3 AED 8,112.
- Year 2 — AED 27,041 per year; Term 1 AED 10,817; Term 2 AED 8,112; Term 3 AED 8,112.
- Year 3 — AED 29,204 per year; Term 1 AED 11,682; Term 2 AED 8,761; Term 3 AED 8,761.
- Year 4 — AED 29,204 per year; Term 1 AED 11,682; Term 2 AED 8,761; Term 3 AED 8,761.
- Year 5 — AED 31,367 per year; Term 1 AED 12,547; Term 2 AED 9,410; Term 3 AED 9,410.
- Year 6 — AED 31,367 per year; Term 1 AED 12,547; Term 2 AED 9,410; Term 3 AED 9,410.
- Year 7 — AED 35,152 per year; Term 1 AED 14,060; Term 2 AED 10,546; Term 3 AED 10,546.
- Year 8 — AED 35,152 per year; Term 1 AED 14,060; Term 2 AED 10,546; Term 3 AED 10,546.
- Year 9 — AED 36,775 per year; Term 1 AED 14,709; Term 2 AED 11,033; Term 3 AED 11,033.
- Year 10 — AED 38,938 per year; Term 1 AED 15,576; Term 2 AED 11,681; Term 3 AED 11,681.
- Year 11 — AED 38,938 per year; Term 1 AED 15,576; Term 2 AED 11,681; Term 3 AED 11,681.
- Year 12 — AED 41,102 per year; Term 1 AED 16,440; Term 2 AED 12,331; Term 3 AED 12,331.
- Year 13 — AED 41,102 per year; Term 1 AED 16,440; Term 2 AED 12,331; Term 3 AED 12,331.

(All figures above are stated as school fees in AED with the term-by-term splits shown.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The first term's fees are payable prior to the start of the academic year; a student will not be permitted to start the academic year unless the first term's fees are paid in full.
- KHDA due-date schedule shown: First term due by 01-Aug-2025; Second term due by 01-Dec-2025; Third term due by 01-Mar-2026.
- If family circumstances change prior to a deadline, the school asks to be contacted in advance so it can consider support options.

Sibling discount

- Discount on tuition fees for families with multiple children enrolled: 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 5%; 4th child 10%; 5th child 15%.

Resources and additional academic costs

- Resources (digital platforms, textbooks, class-specific items) are not included in the stated tuition fees; parents are responsible for the prescribed resources for each year group.
- Chromebook requirement: All students in Years 3–13 are expected to have a Google Chromebook as a core learning resource; Chromebooks are available for purchase through the school.
- International benchmark assessment fees (when used) are charged to parents as announced at the start of each year.

Uniform and other parental costs

- Uniform: The official school uniform is mandatory and available for purchase from the Sumeru Retail Shop (Al Madina Mall, Level 2) or via Sumeru's online ordering service. The school publishes a uniform catalogue and policy that set out required items.
- Transport (school bus): A school bus service is available; bus fees are charged separately according to published bus-fee structures. Details and contacts for transport are provided by the school.
- Catering / school meals, extra-curricular activities, and specific trip costs are treated as separate charges and are not included in the tuition figures.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and offers optional school transport; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published.

Refund information

- The assessment/application fee (AED 525) is explicitly stated as non-refundable and non-transferable.
- No other specific tuition-refund schedule or general tuition refund terms are published in the school's publicly listed fee summary; full policy documents are provided through the school's policy repository and parent portal.

Fee payment options

- Online payments via the Zenda app (credit/debit card or bank transfer) — the Zenda service also offers a Shariah-compliant ‘Pay Later' installment option.
- Bank transfer details (for AED payments): Account Name: AL SALAM COMMUNITY SCHOOL LLC; Account Number: 12038676920001; IBAN: AE030030012038676920001; Bank: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Al Rigga Road branch; SWIFT: ADCBAEAA.
- Remittance/invoice emails to: accounts@alsalamcommunity.ae.
- The school accepts instant online payments by card or bank transfer through the payment partner; installment options are available through the partner platform.

Notes

- The school states that school-fee levels for upcoming academic years may be subject to change in accordance with applicable UAE bylaw provisions.
Academics

Al Salam Community School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE) from the Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4 and into Key Stage 5, with additional entitlement in the later years. Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) uses the UK EYFS framework, with Read Write Inc phonics taught from FS1. Primary (5–11 years) covers Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) focusing on mastering English, Maths, and Science, with emphasis on problem-solving, literacy, creativity, and Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning. Secondary (11–16 years) offers compulsory subjects (English, Maths, UAE Social Studies, Islamic Studies for Muslim students) and a Science route; Year 10 streams students to up to 10 GCSEs or equivalent, with IGCSEs, BTECs and other Cambridge/Edexcel/AQA qualifications. Sixth Form (16–18) provides AS & A Levels or BTEC qualifications through personalised pathways, with entry to Year 12 requiring 5 A*-C grades (9-5) including a B in Maths and English. The curriculum is complemented by UAE heritage and Islamic values and enrichment activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, careers guidance, field trips, and international exchanges.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Al Salam Community School supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through its Caring Hearts pastoral framework, which places the development of the whole child—academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually—at the heart of education. The Wellbeing and Pastoral Care framework provides universal and targeted support to help pupils manage their emotions, make responsible choices, and build resilience. The ASCS Student Wellbeing Policy defines this holistic approach using the PERMA model to develop resilience, self-confidence, and agency, and the ASCS Student Counselling Policy guarantees access to professional counselling with confidentiality. The Anti-Bullying Policy promotes empathy and inclusion through wellbeing lessons and the Komodo platform, and is complemented by a Behaviour for Learning policy. Staff wellbeing committees across the Al Salam Group support a positive SEL climate by fostering belonging and a supportive culture. The school has been recognized with the Wellbeing Award for Schools (2026-2028) for excellence in student mental health and pastoral care.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ASCS describes its approach as inclusive education within a common learning environment, including students identified as experiencing special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and those who are Gifted and Talented. ASCS provides support, accommodations, and curricular modifications for students of determination to enable equitable access to educational opportunities. Additional fees may apply for additional staff requirements; these fees do not apply to physical disability and moderate learning difficulty where Level 1 and most Level 2 interventions are sufficient. The Inclusion Policy and Gifted and Talented Policy are published to guide practice. ASCS has earned the SEND Inclusion Award (SENDIA) for 2026-2028, demonstrating external validation of its SEND provision, including early identification, adaptive teaching, and partnership with parents. ASCS presents inclusive education within a common learning environment aligned with KHDA Inclusive Education Policy, and does not describe itself as a specialist SEN institution in public materials.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision. Inclusion content describes inclusive education in a common learning environment, including Students of Determination and Gifted and Talented, but does not specify EAL programmes. The Dubai KHDA Inclusive Education Policy Framework is referenced within the Inclusion policy, but no EAL-specific details are provided on public pages.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing and Pastoral Care is central to ASCS's approach to mental wellbeing, with a framework that treats wellbeing as the foundation of learning. The ASCS Student Wellbeing Policy uses the PERMA model to develop resilience, self-confidence, and agency, and the ASCS Student Counselling Policy guarantees access to professional counselling with confidentiality. The Anti-Bullying Policy promotes kindness, inclusion, and safe relationships through wellbeing lessons and the Komodo platform. The Behaviour for Learning Whole School Policy provides guidance to maintain a safe, respectful environment. Wellbeing is reinforced by staff wellbeing committees within the Al Salam Group, and the school earned the Wellbeing Award for Schools for 2026-2028.

Safeguarding
ASCS places safety and wellbeing of every child as its highest priority; safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The school has a dedicated Safeguarding and Child Protection Team, led by the Designated Safeguarding Lead, to oversee concerns and ensure action in line with UAE and international standards. The safeguarding framework is guided by Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025), UAE Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 (Wadeema's Law), KHDA Guidelines for Child Protection and Wellbeing (2025), and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). ASCS uses digital safety tools like Blocksi and wellbeing platforms such as Komodo to identify early signs of distress or unsafe online behavior. The Safeguarding Policy outlines how concerns are identified, reported, and acted upon, with references to the Student Intimate Care Policy, safer recruitment, and staff training. Parents can access the policy and contact the safeguarding team; students can speak to any trusted adult in school.
Parent Experience

History
Al Salam Private School began as a nursery in 1985 and was established as a full school in 1988. The school moved through Dubai's historic communities—Al Rigga, Al Muteena, and Hor Al Anz—before settling at its current Al Nahda 2 site. In September 2019, Al Salam began a new phase with the opening of Al Salam Community School in Al Twar 2 to host expanded secondary and Post-16 provision. The group maintains accreditation with Cambridge and Edexcel as official exam providers, reflecting a long-standing emphasis on high academic standards. Ms Sue Johnston founded the school in 1985 and led as headmistress until 2016, guiding its ethos of inclusion and care within a family-run governance structure.

Community
Al Salam Community School has a diverse, international community representing nearly 50 nationalities among students and staff. The school emphasizes diversity, tolerance, and inclusion as core values that shape daily life. Parents participate through a dedicated Parent Council and an online Parents HQ, with volunteer groups focusing on Inclusion, Student Wellbeing, Events, and Student Enrichment, and they help organise community initiatives. The Emirati Watani parent group supports Emirati students and helps foster wider UAE understanding within the school community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Al Salam Community School maintains a Parent Council formed by volunteers who wish to support the school more closely. The Council works across several themes within the school, including Inclusion, Student Wellbeing, Events, and Student Enrichment. Volunteers who wish to support the school more closely may apply to become members of the Parent Council, and these groups help organise community initiatives that encourage parent engagement and participation in activities together. ASCS provides a dedicated online platform for parents, called Parents HQ, serving as a central hub for updates, dates, curriculum details, event information, and documents. The school publishes a newsletter at least three times a year, provides weekly updates through its website and social channels, and holds assemblies to celebrate student achievements. There is also an Emirati parent group, Watani, to support Emirati students and foster UAE understanding within the school community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus has excellent facilities that enable a modern and international education. There are over 70 large classrooms, with Foundation Stage and Year 1 rooms offering direct outdoor play area access and several outdoor breakout spaces for primary and secondary. There are seven science laboratories and dedicated labs for technology, art, media and design. A 1000-square-metre multipurpose hall supports performing arts and sports. The school features a six-lane, 25-metre swimming pool with privacy covering for girls, large outdoor and indoor playing fields, and external play spaces of more than 4000 square metres. The premises are designed to be accessible for people of determination, and there is a dynamic Heritage Centre with extended outdoor areas for learning and exploration.

Sports Facilities
The sports program is a core part of school life, guided by the ASCS Sports Handbook which covers rules, procedures and expectations for students from FS1 to Year 13, including weekly PE lessons and internal competitions. Sports offered across the year include Football, Netball, Basketball, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Badminton, Table Tennis and Volleyball. The school participates in external leagues run by DASSA and EISSA for competitions. The handbook details trial and selection processes, as well as expectations for academics, behaviour and ethics in sport. The program emphasizes a broad and structured approach to athletic participation and safety.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE), providing an entitlement curriculum up to the end of Key Stage 3 and offering broader options in later years. Foundation Stage uses the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for FS1 and FS2, emphasizing integrated early learning across seven areas of development. Read-Write-Inc. is used to teach phonics from Foundation Stage onward. There are seven science laboratories and dedicated labs for technology, art, media and design, as well as a Heritage Centre that enriches learning with cultural and historical context. The school employs cross‑curricular challenges and UAE heritage processes to foster a global and UAE‑inclusive outlook.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Outside the Classroom highlights a global community with nearly 50 nationalities represented among students and staff. Alumni participate by returning for presentations and internships, and there is an active Parent Council with groups such as an Emirati Parent Group called Watani to support Emirati students. The sports program extends beyond classroom lessons to external competitions, with opportunities across multiple sports and annual Sports Awards. The ASCS community emphasizes parent partnerships, ongoing communication, and student enrichment through events and initiatives.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a British curriculum from Foundation Stage to Year 13. It is an official Cambridge and Edexcel exam centre and curriculum provider. The campus opened in 2019.

Cultural & Language
The school is bilingual, applying the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies. The school is rooted in Islamic values and UAE heritage as part of its British curriculum approach.

Community & Service
The school emphasises social responsibility and faith-based service as part of its mission.

Leadership & Professional
The school runs leadership initiatives and hosts a Model United Nations conference that grew to about 200 delegates, highlighting student research, debate, collaboration and resolution.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school prioritises wellbeing and safety, guided by safeguarding and health protocols.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE). The EYFS framework is used in Foundation Stage. The school provides British education from Foundation Stage through Year 13.
Reputation

Awards
BSO status (British School Overseas) and KHDA-inspections indicating strong performance; DSIB 2023-24 rated Good with Very Good features.

Accreditations
Cambridge and Edexcel accreditation as official exam centres and curriculum providers; Google Reference School; ACER Innovative School; affiliated with University of Birmingham, Dubai.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit an enquiry via the ASCS admission form and contact the Admissions Team to discuss joining ASCS. The enquiry form is accessible from the Admissions section, and you can visit the Admissions Office at Al Salam Community School Campus, Al Twar 2, Dubai, UAE.

2. After your application is submitted and reviewed, your child will be invited to an assessment session. A non-refundable payment of 525 AED is required at this time. The assessment is designed to understand your child's needs and fit within ASCS's admissions process.

3. Place confirmation will be given within 3 days if a place is available. The school admits students regardless of nationality, religion, race or country of residence, in accordance with UAE law. The full ASCS admissions policy is available for reference.

4. Admissions are open for AY 2025-26 to AY 2026-27; ASCS offers British education from FS to Year 13. The school is a bilingual institution, applying the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies to connect students with their culture and identity.
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