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Delhi Private School Dubai

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 11,139 - 15,592
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 3750
Type Co-educational
Opened 2003
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, Arabic
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Delhi Private School Dubai is a private, co-educational school located in The Gardens, Jebel Ali, Dubai, near Ibn Battuta Mall. Established in 2003, it is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and delivers a CBSE-aligned curriculum that also integrates EYFS in the early years and UAE requirements. The Kindergarten blends CBSE with EYFS and introduces basic Arabic, UAE culture and the Universal Values of Islam to ease transition to Grade I. Primary to Senior School follow CBSE with subject options and language choices, including Hindi and French in Grade IV and Grade XI–XII streams in Science, Commerce and Humanities. The 6.83-acre campus offers smart classrooms, extensive laboratories, libraries, Arabic resources, and specialized spaces, plus a KG STEAM Bus, an Organic Farm, and a Zen Zone. Co-curriculars include performing arts, public speaking, chess, Model UN, and Global Citizenship programs such as GALOP, with pastoral care and inclusion support.

The Gardens D 51, Near Ibn Battuta Mall, P.O. Box 38321, The Gardens, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Delhi Private School Dubai has 3,750 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
The Gardens, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Gardens D 51, Near Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai. The campus spans 6.83 acres and provides state-of-the-art facilities to offer an international holistic experience for students.

Stages
The school serves students from KG I to XII. The CBSE-aligned curriculum is tailored to meet the needs of an international student body.

Type
Private, co-educational Institution.

Additional learning support
The school provides for students with Special Educational Needs (SEND) and Gifted students, including differentiated instruction and accommodations.

Country affiliation
Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India.

School day structure
School day runs Monday to Thursday from 7:40 a.m. to 2:05 p.m.; on Fridays from 7:40 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

Bus service
Bus transport is provided through Al Saraya Bus Rental LLC; the school coordinates routes and timings with the transport provider.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy. All students are required to wear the school uniform when attending school or representing the school.

Food Options
Canteens are available on campus.

Governance and Ownership
The school operates under the stewardship of the School Owner/Management with a Board of Governors as the highest governing authority. The Core Managing Committee comprises the School Owners; the Managing Director sits on the Board and guides strategy with the Senior Leadership Team handling day-to-day operations. An Operational Committee with parent representatives supports stakeholder engagement and transparency.
Fees

Annual tuition at Delhi Private School Dubai ranges from AED 11,139 to AED 15,592 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (per term and annual, by grade group)
- KG I – KG II: Term I AED 4,705 (including CLP), Term II AED 3,342, Term III AED 3,342 — Annual total AED 11,139.
- Grade I – Grade IV: Term I AED 5,160 (including CLP), Term II AED 3,681, Term III AED 3,681 — Annual total AED 12,272.
- Grade V – Grade VIII: Term I AED 5,570 (including CLP), Term II AED 3,991, Term III AED 3,991 — Annual total AED 13,302.
- Grade IX – Grade X: Term I AED 6,033 (including CLP), Term II AED 4,338, Term III AED 4,338 — Annual total AED 14,459.
- Grade XI – Grade XII: Term I AED 6,488 (including CLP), Term II AED 4,677, Term III AED 4,677 — Annual total AED 15,592.

Mandatory digital/learning platform charge
- Comprehensive Learning Platform (CLP): AED 250 per year. CLP is included in the Term I amount.

Application, enrolment and re-enrolment fees
- Application (new student) / Assessment fee: AED 500 (assessment included).
- Enrolment fee (new students): up to 10% of the tuition fee; non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.
- Re‑enrolment fee (returning students): up to 5% of the tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher); non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Term I payment (including CLP) — to be paid by 7 April. Term II payment — to be paid by 7 September. Term III payment — to be paid by 7 December.
- 5% VAT is payable on services and sundry items other than tuition, books and directly related curriculum goods and services.
- Counter payments (cash/cheque/credit card) are accepted during the school fee counter hours. Bank-transfer payments require that the student registration number, name and purpose be quoted on the payment.

Payment methods and bank details (accepted methods)
- Accepted methods: bank transfer, cheque, cash and credit card payments at the fee counter.
- Emirates NBD (Main Office) — Account Name: Delhi Private School L.L.C — Account Number: 1012095677002 — IBAN: AE620260001012095677002.
- ADCB (Al Etihad Branch) — Account Name: Delhi Private School L.L.C — Account Number: 10452762124001 — IBAN: AE470030010452762124001.
- When making bank transfers, state the student registration number, name and purpose (e.g., Tuition Fee). Email payment details to the school's fee office as instructed by the school.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Required education supplies (indicative ranges): uniform AED 130–220; books AED 800–1,700 (grade dependent); stationery AED 50–100; school ID card replacement AED 120.
- Optional/variable services (indicative ranges): transport AED 4,000–7,550 per year; extracurricular activities AED 100–900 depending on activity; medical service AED 150–300; school trips and local educational trips AED 50–575 depending on trip; annual day / event costs AED 60–300; enrichment activities AED 350–1,000.
- Some co‑curricular and after‑school activities arranged through external providers may carry additional small charges. The school's charging policy clarifies that curricular co‑scholastic activities during school hours are not charged, while certain optional extras and external provider services carry separate charges.

Discounts and scholarships (fee adjustments)
- Sibling deduction: third child 25% off tuition only; fourth child 50% off tuition only; fifth child 50% off tuition only. Staff concessions and various academic/sports scholarships or awards are available under defined policies.

Refund information and non‑refundable charges
- Enrolment fee and re‑enrolment fee are non‑refundable and are deductible from the first term fees as specified above.
- Other optional charges (transport, external activity fees, trip contributions, external exam fees where applicable) are handled according to the school's charging policy; voluntary contributions for optional extras may be requested and will be charged only for the activity.

Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not applicable; the school's additional service schedules list transport and optional extracurricular charges but do not include hostel or boarding fees.

Practical payment notes
- Term I includes the CLP fee and must be paid by the specified Term I deadline. Late or outstanding payments are subject to the school's published charging and collection policies. Counter payment hours and bank-transfer procedures are specified by the school; credit‑card payments are accepted at the fee counter.
Academics

Delhi Private School Dubai teaches CBSE Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage).

Curriculum
The curriculum is CBSE-aligned and integrates international teaching practices with UAE requirements. Accommodations are provided for SEND and Gifted students, and there is a well-developed co-curricular program to foster leadership, resilience, empathy and responsibility. Kindergarten blends CBSE with EYFS and introduces rudimentary Arabic, UAE Culture and the Universal Values of Islam to support transition to Grade I. Primary School (Grades I–V) teaches Mathematics, English, Hindi, UAE Social Studies, Arabic, Islamic Education (for Muslim students), Moral Cultural Studies, SEWA, Computer Science, Physical Education, Art, Music and Dance, with Grade IV offering a language option between Hindi and French. Middle School (Grades VI–VIII) uses CBSE as the backbone with core subjects and skill subjects such as Design Thinking, AI and Mass Media, and Arabic as an additional language, while Senior School (IX–XII) centers on the CBSE syllabus with Grade XI–XII offering streams in Science, Commerce and Humanities.

Exam Results
CBSE Grade X results 2023-2024: 285 students appeared and 100% passed. The School Topper was Aliya Arora with 99.4%, followed by Aarush Chengappa with 99.2% and Samreen Budhiraja and Kehara Henriques with 99%. 95.1% of students secured Distinction; the average score was 89.5% (up 1% from last year), with 58.6% of students scoring 90% or above and no compartments or failures. A perfect score of 100% was achieved by 58 students across Mathematics, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, French, Science, and IFM.

Higher Education Progression
Our alumni have progressed to universities worldwide, including University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (USA), New York University (USA), University College London (UK), University of Toronto (Canada), IIT Delhi Abu Dhabi (UAE), Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), Purdue University (USA) and Middlesex University Dubai.

Gifted and Talented
Provision and accommodations are made for SEND and Gifted students. The school also emphasizes innovation and 21st-century skills, with programmes such as Design Thinking and a broad co-curricular offering.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a structured co-curricular program that supports leadership, resilience, empathy and responsibility, with a well-developed set of clubs and activities to encourage students to make interest-based choices.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The curriculum provides provision and accommodations for SEND and Gifted students, with formal alignment to CBSE and UAE requirements; assessments and progress documentation are in place.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
In upper sections, language options are available; Arabic language provision is implemented as part of UAE MOE requirements, with Arabic taught as an additional language and Islam/Moral Education delivered in English where applicable.

Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes wellbeing through SEWA and other programmes integrated into the curriculum to support student welfare and healthy development.

Safeguarding
The school operates under KHDA and MOE guidelines with regular policy reviews and integrated safeguarding practices as part of overall governance and curriculum delivery.
Parent Experience

History
Delhi Private School Dubai was established in 2003 as a private, co-educational institution for the diverse expatriate community in the UAE. It is recognised and approved by the UAE Ministry of Education and affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, India. The school is located in The Gardens, Jebel Ali, Dubai, on a campus of 6.83 acres. It provides modern facilities designed to support an international holistic learning experience.

Community
Pastoral Care provides emotional and spiritual support, leadership programs, life skills workshops, and a commitment to inclusive education. Counseling offers personal and group counselling, crisis intervention, college and career guidance, and special education services. The wellbeing framework follows the PERMAH pillars and includes Wellbeing Ambassadors, Happiness and related programs, and a wellbeing curriculum for students and staff. Parental engagement is prioritized, with community and parents described as important stakeholders and four pillars of engagement: Citizenship Reinforcement, Happiness Celebration, Academic Partnership, and Advisory Function.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parental engagement is a central part of the school's community, with four pillars: Citizenship Reinforcement, Happiness Celebration, Academic Partnership, and Advisory Function. In 2021, Delhi Private School Dubai launched The Art and Science of Parenting, a virtual outreach program for parents across K-12, featuring sessions on Raising a Curious Child, Understanding the Teenage Brain, Critical Thinking, and related topics. The school also organized The Enduring Edge, a virtual outreach program with sessions on emotions, self-awareness, and global citizenship.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Delhi Private School Dubai sits on a 325,000 square foot campus at The Gardens D 51, near Ibn Battuta Mall. The campus offers a mix of academic and non-academic facilities to support student development, including smart classrooms, multiple laboratories, libraries, and specialised spaces. The school has a capacity of 4000 students, with elevators and ramps, prayer rooms, a transport facility, a book and uniform store, clinics, and canteens. The campus includes a multipurpose hall, an auditorium, and a conference room, along with dedicated spaces for early learners and a broad range of arts, sports, and activity areas.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a football field, an athletic track, a cricket field with nets, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a basketball court. The campus also features a yoga studio and a fitness center to support physical wellness. There are dedicated spaces for PE and outdoor activities, and the athletics program is supported by well-maintained practice areas and safe access for players. The facilities are designed to accommodate both curricular and co-curricular sports.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities encompass smart classrooms, computer labs, and five science labs (Physics Lab, Chemistry Lab, Biology Lab and Lab I–V). There are language resources including a Language Lab and an Arabic Language Lab, along with Arabic Resource Room and Islamic Education Rooms. The school houses libraries, STEAM and robotics labs, a KG STEAM Bus, a Career Cell, a sensory integration room, and dedicated spaces for special education cells. The facilities support hands-on learning and experimentation.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular spaces include Story Corners, the KG Learning Centre, Dance Rooms, Music Rooms, and Art Rooms. The campus features an Organic Farm and a Zen Zone for hands-on learning and well-being, plus a variety of play areas and activity spaces for student engagement. Co-scholastic programs include Actualization of Talent, Global Citizenship, and Pastoral Care. There are facilities that support a broad range of co-curricular activities across arts, sports, and community service.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Co-scholastic activities develop multiple intelligences by integrating life skills, values, health, community service, literary programmes, environmental awareness and aesthetics into the curriculum. The co-scholastic calendar is theme-based, with subjects integrated through innovative activities and assemblies/Annual Days that give 100% participation. Sports are structured with coaching in football, cricket, badminton, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, tennis, athletics, gymnastics and swimming. Clubs include Performing Arts (Dance and Drama), Music (Western and Indian), Aesthetics, Public Speaking, Chess, Photography and Videography, Street Play, Gymnastics, Quiz, Environmental Awareness, Math, Science and Innovation, Model UN simulations and Business and Entrepreneurship.

Arts & Creative
Clubs offer opportunities in Performing Arts (Dance and Drama) and Music (Western and Indian), along with Aesthetics and Public Speaking. Additional clubs cover Chess, Photography and Videography, Street Play, Gymnastics, Quiz, Environmental Awareness, Maths, Science and Innovation, Model UN simulations, and Entrepreneurship. Evening Activities provide after-school options including Art and Calligraphy, Fine Arts (Painting), Music (Vocal and Instrumental), Dance (Classical and Folk), and Robotics. The Multidisciplinary Annual Days give students the chance to showcase talents in alignment with academic and co-scholastic pursuits.

Cultural & Language
Global Citizenship fosters knowledge of diverse cultures and Emirati values, with programmes like GALOP supporting Global, Academic, Local and Philanthropic Engagement. Arabic Language Ambassadors and UAE Islamic Ambassadors promote awareness of Emirati culture. The school uses field trips to EXPO sites, museums, mosques and cultural heritage centers and supports participation in literary festivals and international trips, including NASA missions and UN Headquarters visits. Model United Nations simulations develop diplomacy and leadership, while the Old Students' Network supports alumni in guiding current students.

Social & Hobbies
An after-school programme and a House System promote camaraderie, teamwork and healthy competition. Clubs and activities cover sports and arts, including cricket, basketball, football, badminton, table tennis, athletics, gymnastics, swimming, art and calligraphy, fine arts, music, dance and robotics. The school also offers additional clubs such as Public Speaking, Chess, Photography and Videography, Street Play, Environmental Awareness, and STEM-oriented activities. Model UN simulations and other co-curricular activities provide opportunities for social and hobby-based engagement.

Community & Service
Philanthropic Engagement and environmental campaigns are central to Global Citizenship, including WE project, waste segregation drives, adopt-a-plant campaigns, beach cleanups, Eco Days, Ghaf Tree Planting and e-waste collection. Students undertake international trips and service-based programs, such as NASA Mission Robotics and UN humanitarian missions, to connect with real-world issues. Inclusion focuses on providing access to the curriculum and all school activities for every student, while Pastoral Care emphasises value-based education and community service as core pillars. Parental engagement supports community and service through collaborative partnerships and community initiatives.

Leadership & Professional
Model United Nations simulations develop speaking, writing and leadership skills. The House System and Student Council foster esprit de corps, fair play and leadership. The Old Students' Network connects alumni with current students for mentoring and guidance. The GALOP programme and RAHHAL initiative offer personalised pathways and opportunities to lead in local and global contexts.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care provides emotional and spiritual support, counselling, crisis intervention and college and career guidance. Wellbeing is structured around the PERMAH pillars, with Wellbeing Ambassadors, SOTA, Happiness for Students and Teachers programs and regular wellbeing surveys. Parental engagement supports student wellbeing through four pillars of citizenship, happiness, academic partnership and advisory functions. Safety, health and welfare are prioritised through safety checks, fire drills, medical facilities and robust transport procedures.
Languages

Language Provision
KG II offers English; Grade IV offers Hindi or French. Grades VI–VIII include Hindi/French as options; Grades IX–XII include Hindi/French as options. Arabic is introduced as an additional language, with all KG students introduced to rudimentary Arabic and Arabic-led classes totaling 210 minutes per week. English as an additional language is supported by the Inclusion Team.

Bilingual Teaching
KG1 & KG2 have bilingual lessons totaling 290 minutes per week.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission Information: The academic year at DPS Dubai begins in April. The admission policy allows students to enrol in the institution throughout the year, subject to vacancies. The Application Process includes: 1. Start Online Submission: complete the online application form with personal information, academic history and other relevant details. 2. Submit The Form: upload essential documents including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, standardized test scores and other pertinent materials. 3. Review: admissions consider academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, leadership potential and other distinctive qualities. 4. Communication: expect timely updates regarding the status of the application. 5. Decision Notification: the date for an interactive session with parents and child will be communicated via SMS and email. 6. Welcome to the Community: acceptance into the learning community. Checklist of Documents to be Uploaded: STUDENT: Passport, Visa, Emirates ID, Birth Certificate, Recent Passport Size Photograph, Last Report Card from Previous School, Any Learning Support Documents, Nursery Reports for Early Years, if Applicable, Immunization Record, Transfer Certificate (TC – from Grade II onwards), CAT 4 report (Grade I, III to IX), Grade VIII, IX and the Pre-board mark sheet of Grade X for admission to Grade XI (Term 1). BOTH PARENTS: Passport, Visa, Emirates ID. Required Attestation: Students transferring from other Emirates: the Transfer/Leaving Certificate should be attested by the Ministry of Education of that Emirate; Students transferring from GCC Countries: the Transfer/School Leaving Certificate should be attested by the Ministry of Education; Students transferring from India: the Transfer Certificate/Leaving Certificate should be attested by the Education Officer of the Zone/District/Area from where the Certificate is obtained; the seal and signature of the Education Officer has to be verified by the Indian Embassy/Consulate in the UAE and the Foreign Affairs Ministry. Age Criteria (KHDA): KG1 4 years by 31st March of the year applied; KG2 5 years; Grade 1 6 years. Criteria for Admission in Senior Grades: Grade IX and Grade X – previous grade must have a minimum of 40% or at least D Grade in all subjects and an overall of 70%. Board Examinations: Science (ESM) 80% External; Commerce (Agg.) 70%; Commerce with Math (Agg.) 70% with a minimum 75% in Mathematics; Humanities (Agg.) 70%. Pre-Board Examinations: Science (ESM) 75%; Commerce (Agg.) 65%; Commerce with Math (Agg.) 65% with a minimum 70% in Mathematics; Humanities (Agg.) 65%. All admissions are based on approval by the Ministry of Education, UAE. Admission Process for External Students: after successful registration, students are required to appear for an admission test; the date for the admission test will be informed by SMS and email; the syllabus for the admission test is available on the school website; admission will be based on the performance of the student in the admission test; the student's co-curricular achievements will be an additional qualification. Withdrawal Process: any student who wishes to withdraw from the school must submit an online withdrawal form via CLP Parent's ID; the completed withdrawal form along with a fee of Dhs.120/- towards the Transfer Certificate is to be submitted to the school's office after the letter of intent. Apply Now link is available. Affiliation: KHDA, CBSE, CBSE Mandatory Disclosure, Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework.
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