Dubai Schools – Nad Al Sheba

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees AED 30,603 - 46,800

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic

Typical class size 24

Strengths Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba offers an American curriculum aligned to New York State standards for learners aged 3 to 18, with Advanced Placement (AP) options and culminating in an American high‑school diploma. The school delivers instruction in English, with Arabic language and Islamic Studies integrated into the program, and dedicated Support Services to help students succeed. The Nad Al Sheba campus is expanding in two phases: Phase One adds 31 classrooms for 777 seats ahead of the 2025–26 year, and Phase Two, completed by July 2026, will add 114 classrooms and 31 laboratories, increasing capacity to 2,664 seats. The program is designed across Early Learning through High School and is guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values. Extracurricular activities number over 20, spanning Art and Wellbeings, Music, Academic and Arabic & Islamic values, with Academic and Intellectual, Arts, Cultural/Languages clubs. A range of ECAs encourages inquiry, collaboration, and development together.

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Nad Al Sheba 4, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai

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The Essentials

Location

Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba is located in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is part of the Dubai Schools network. The campus offers education from Early Learning through High School. Contact details are +971 4 329 4610, +971 56 685 8606, and admissions@dubaischools-nas.ae.

Stages

Early Learning, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Additional learning support

Support Services are available.

Country affiliation

American curriculum (NYSED-based).

Religious affiliation

Islamic values are included in the curriculum.

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Fees

Application fees

- Application fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT). This fee is required before an application can be processed; it is non‑refundable if a place is offered and the parents then withdraw, but refundable if the school does not offer a place.

Tuition fees (per term and annual totals by year group)

- KG1: Term 1 AED 12,241; Term 2 AED 9,181; Term 3 AED 9,181; Total AED 30,603.
- KG2: Term 1 AED 13,265; Term 2 AED 9,848; Term 3 AED 9,848; Total AED 33,161.
- Grade 1: Term 1 AED 14,205; Term 2 AED 10,655; Term 3 AED 10,655; Total AED 35,515.
- Grade 2: Term 1 AED 14,205; Term 2 AED 10,655; Term 3 AED 10,655; Total AED 35,515.
- Grade 3: Term 1 AED 14,557; Term 2 AED 10,917; Term 3 AED 10,917; Total AED 36,391.
- Grade 4: Term 1 AED 14,801; Term 2 AED 11,102; Term 3 AED 11,102; Total AED 37,005.
- Grade 5: Term 1 AED 15,884; Term 2 AED 11,914; Term 3 AED 11,914; Total AED 39,712.
- Grade 6: Term 1 AED 16,909; Term 2 AED 12,681; Term 3 AED 12,681; Total AED 42,271.
- Grade 7: Term 1 AED 17,931; Term 2 AED 13,449; Term 3 AED 13,449; Total AED 44,829.
- Grade 8: Term 1 AED 18,341; Term 2 AED 13,756; Term 3 AED 13,756; Total AED 45,853.
- Grades 9–12 (where applicable): Total tuition AED 46,800 per year (term breakdown published as annual total). Grade 9 is scheduled to open in later year groups.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is invoiced by term and is payable in advance for each term. To register a student, the balance of the first‑term fee on the invoice must be paid before the student starts. A student will not be allowed to start unless the appropriate term fee has been paid in full.
- Standard due dates: first term tuition due by August 1; second term due by December 1; third term due by March 1.
- Re‑registration (current families): a non‑refundable re‑registration payment of AED 500 is required by the date specified; this deposit is deducted from the first term fees.

Enrolment / registration charges and discounts

- Enrolment fee: the KHDA fact sheets list an enrolment charge of up to 10% of the tuition fee for new students; this enrolment charge is non‑refundable and is deductible from the first term fees (as stated in the school's fee fact sheets). Sibling and employee discounts are listed in the school materials (for example a 10% sibling concession for third and subsequent qualifying children; employee discounts may apply).

Included items and optional services / other costs

- Tuition is published as inclusive of transport, uniform costs and extracurricular activities, subject to the school's terms and conditions.
- Optional service charges (ranges shown where published):
- School trips: AED 0 to AED 500 per annum.
- Canteen: AED 0 to AED 3,600 per annum.
- Class photographs: AED 0 to AED 600 per annum.
- Costumes for events: AED 0 to AED 500 per annum.
- Enrichment/extra‑curricular activities: AED 0 to AED 800 per annum.
- Winter camp: AED 0 to AED 1,300 per annum.
- School international trips (where offered for older grades): AED 5,000 to AED 15,000 (range published for relevant grades).
- Uniform: the school provides a uniform allocation; items outside supplier sizes or additional items requested by parents incur extra cost payable by the parent. An annual uniform charge of AED 500 is referenced in the withdrawal/refund provisions as an amount retained in some withdrawal scenarios.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees.

Refunds and withdrawal charges

- Withdrawal: any student may withdraw at any time. Withdrawal charges depend on the date of withdrawal within the term; charges apply irrespective of whether the student is on full fees or on a scholarship. All withdrawal applications are considered by the Principal in conjunction with the central office.
- Specific withdrawal rules published: withdrawing after the 4th week of any term will incur full monthly fees of each fee category up to and including the month of withdrawal, plus annual uniform costs and ECA charges where applicable. Withdrawing on the last day of term 1 or term 2: any future term fees already paid will be refunded less the AED 500 annual uniform costs.
- Refund timing and method: refunds are returned to the parent within 21 days of issuing the withdrawal form. Refunds are paid by bank transfer or by credit to the original debit/credit card. If a Leaving/Transfer Certificate is required for a transfer, the KHDA charge AED 120 applies.

Fee payment options

- Refunds are processed by bank transfer or by credit to the original debit/credit card; the school's published refund procedure references both bank transfer and card credit as refund channels. This indicates the school processes card and bank transfer transactions for financial settlements.

Other notes on fee administration

- Tuition fees and any published increases follow KHDA approval and the school's tuition‑increase policy as indicated in the school's KHDA fee fact sheets. Optional service price ranges are published separately by grade.

Academics

Curriculum

Offers an American Curriculum based on the New York State Education Department (NYSED) Curriculum Standards, leading to an American high-school diploma. International education, with a focus on Arabic language and Islamic values. The curriculum is implemented across Early Learning, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Arabic & Islamic Studies and Support Services are included as part of the learning program.

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FAQs

Where is Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba located and what age range does it serve?

Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba is located in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai. It serves students aged 3 to 18, across Early Learning through High School.

What curriculum does the school follow and what diploma does it lead to?

The school uses an American Curriculum based on NYSED standards and leads to an American high‑school diploma. Arabic language and Islamic values are integrated into the learning program.

Is this a day school and is it part of a larger network?

Yes. It operates as a day school and is part of the Dubai Schools network, with connections to Taaleem. It is co‑educational.

What are the basic costs to enroll, like the application fee and annual tuition range?

The application fee is AED 525. Annual tuition totals by grade range from AED 30,603 (KG1) to AED 46,800 (higher grades), with fees published per term and typically including transport, uniforms, and extracurricular activities.

Are there discounts or special charges I should know about when enrolling?

There is a 10% sibling concession for third and subsequent qualifying children, and an enrolment charge of up to 10% of tuition that is non‑refundable. Optional services (such as trips, canteen, extracurricular activities, and ECAs) may add to the overall cost.

When are term fees due and what about re-registration?

Tuition is invoiced per term and due in advance. Due dates are August 1 (Term 1), December 1 (Term 2), and March 1 (Term 3). Current families pay a non‑refundable AED 500 re‑registration deposit, which is deducted from the first term fees.

How does leaving the school work and what are the withdrawal charges?

Withdrawal charges depend on timing. After the 4th week of a term, full monthly fees up to the withdrawal month apply, plus any uniform and ECA charges. If withdrawing on the last day of Term 1 or 2, future term fees paid are refunded minus AED 500 for uniform costs, and refunds are issued within 21 days.

Will Grade 9 be offered, and when will it start?

Grade 9 is scheduled to open in later year groups. The school currently offers Early Learning through High School, with Grade 9 planned for the future.

What are the Nad Al Sheba campus expansion details?

The expansion is in two phases. Phase One added 31 classrooms and 777 seats ahead of the 2025–26 year. Phase Two will add 114 classrooms and 31 laboratories, bringing total capacity to 2,664 seats by July 2026.

What facilities and labs are included in Phase Two?

Phase Two will add 31 laboratories and additional specialist rooms to support NYSED‑based instruction and expanded science facilities.

How many Extracurricular Activities are available and what categories exist?

There are 20+ ECAs across categories including Art & Wellbeings, Music, Academic, and Arabic & Islamic values, with leadership development built into the programme.

What wellbeing and support services are available?

The school provides Pastoral Care with a dedicated Pastoral Counselor and university counseling from middle school onward. There is an Inclusion Support Team led by an Inclusion Champion and governance by a Governor for Inclusion, plus safeguarding aligned with UAE policies.

How does the school support students with SEN and is there EAL support?

The Inclusion Support Team offers Universal, Targeted, and Specialist Support, including learning support assistants and therapists. Education psychology assessments are available as needed; EAL details aren't specified in the provided data.

What languages are taught and is there any bilingual provision?

The curriculum emphasizes Arabic language and Islamic Studies alongside English-language instruction under NYSED standards. There is no information provided about bilingual or immersion programs.

Is there a uniform and how is it managed?

Uniforms are provided as standard and can be ordered from Magrudy's. There is an annual uniform charge of AED 500 mentioned in withdrawal provisions.

What is the governance and affiliation of the school?

Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba is part of the Dubai Schools network and is associated with Taaleem. The school is led by Head of School Dr. Carla Caviness.

What safeguarding policies does the school follow?

The school follows UAE safeguarding policies, including UNCRPD, Federal Law No. 20 of 2006, Dubai Law No. 2 of 2014, and Executive Council Resolution No. 2 of 2017, as well as the Dubai Inclusive Education Policy Framework and an Inclusive Education Improvement Plan.

Are transport options included in tuition?

Yes, transport is included in the tuition, along with uniform costs and extracurricular activities, subject to the school's terms and conditions.

Is there information available about admissions process or waitlists?

Specific details about the admissions process and waitlists are not provided in the available information.

Is boarding offered at Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba?

Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school.

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