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Fifth Dimension Elementary School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 34,000 - 37,500
Ages 3 - 11 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Introduction

The Fifth Dimension Elementary School is a private US‑curriculum elementary school in Nad Al Sheba 4, Dubai, established in 2021. It offers early years and primary provision from KG1 (Pre‑K) through Grade 5 for pupils aged about 3 to 11, with English as the medium of instruction. The school provides Arabic (introduced in KG and taught as either first or additional language) and Islamic Education and Moral Education in line with UAE Ministry of Education requirements. The curriculum uses US standards and Next Generation science, with KHDA noting the school's intention to align to the California Common Core State Standards. KHDA reports describe project‑based activities in Moral, Social and Cultural Studies, some sustainability projects including a school garden, and variable use of technology to support learning. Inspectors describe the site and resources as adequate and well maintained and note a school focus on pupils' wellbeing and understanding of Islamic values.

The Essentials

Fifth Dimension Elementary School has instruction in English.

Location
The Fifth Dimension Elementary School is located on 12 Street in Nad Al Sheba 4, Dubai. It sits in the Nad Al Sheba neighborhood, near the Abu Bakr Al Siddiq Mosque and Nad Al Sheba Park, with straightforward road access from surrounding communities. A school bus service is listed as available.

Stages
The school serves Pre-K through Grade 5, covering early years and elementary levels. The campus accommodates both preschool and elementary classes within this range.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities publicly listed.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school is described as having a diverse, international student body; public data on exact nationality numbers or local/international ratios is not published.

Additional learning support
Public sources do not list specific Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions or facilities for the school.

Country affiliation
There is no official country affiliation stated; the school follows an American curriculum based on the California Common Core State Standards.

Religious affiliation
There is no religious affiliation indicated for the school.

School day structure
Elementary classes typically run from about 7:45 am to 2:50 pm, with Kindergarten approximately 8:00 am to 1:30 pm.

Bus service
A school bus service is available, with transport listed as provided; specific routes or providers are not publicly detailed.
Fees

Annual tuition at Fifth Dimension Elementary School ranges from AED 34,000 to AED 37,500 for 2026/27.

Application and assessment fees

- Application fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT). AED 525 is charged again as an assessment fee for new applicants. Both the application fee and the assessment fee are one‑time charges and are non-transferable and non‑refundable.

Registration / seat‑reservation deposit

- Registration deposit: 10% of the annual tuition fee, payable within 10 days of acceptance of an offer. The registration deposit is taken as a seat reservation and is deducted from the first term tuition balance. Sources list this deposit as required when an offer is accepted.

Annual tuition fees (by year group)

- Pre‑KG / KG1 / KG2: AED 34,000 per year.
- Grades 1, 2 and 3: AED 36,000 per year.
- Grades 4 and 5: AED 37,500 per year.

These are the published annual tuition amounts for the school's elementary year groups.

Per‑term breakdown (computed using common Dubai term split)

- Many Dubai schools present term billing as three instalments using a 40% / 30% / 30% split (Term 1 : Term 2 : Term 3). The per‑term amounts below are calculated by applying that 40/30/30 split to the published annual tuition figures and show how the annual amounts are typically split across the three terms:

- For AED 34,000 (Pre‑KG / KG1 / KG2):
- Term 1 (40%): AED 13,600
- Term 2 (30%): AED 10,200
- Term 3 (30%): AED 10,200

- For AED 36,000 (Grades 1–3):
- Term 1 (40%): AED 14,400
- Term 2 (30%): AED 10,800
- Term 3 (30%): AED 10,800

- For AED 37,500 (Grades 4–5):
- Term 1 (40%): AED 15,000
- Term 2 (30%): AED 11,250
- Term 3 (30%): AED 11,250

- Practical note on the first‑term payment: the 10% registration deposit is normally deducted from the Term 1 balance. Example: for a KG place with AED 34,000 annual tuition, the registration deposit = AED 3,400; if Term 1 is AED 13,600, the remaining Term 1 amount after deposit would be AED 10,200. (The registration deposit amount equals 10% of the annual tuition and is applied against the Term 1 balance.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A registration deposit (10% of annual tuition) is payable on acceptance and is adjusted against the first term tuition. Term invoices are issued for three terms in the academic year; standard practice in Dubai is to collect term balances at the start of each term. Specific due dates and invoice timings for this school are part of the school's billing schedule.

Boarding fees

- The school operates as an elementary day school (ages 3–11). No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed for the school.

Other costs and optional services

- Transport: a school transport service is indicated as available; a separate transport charge is typical but no published transport fee amount for this school was listed in the publicly available fee summaries consulted.

- Uniforms, books and other ancillary charges: no separate, itemised uniform or book fees were published in the fee summaries located. Many elementary schools charge for uniforms, books, activity or resource fees as additional items; however, specific amounts for uniform, books, canteen or activity fees were not found in the public fee summaries reviewed for this school.

Refund information

- Application fee and assessment fee: listed as non‑transferable and non‑refundable.
- Registration deposit: listed in public summaries as a required deposit and shown as applied against the first term balance; third‑party listings indicate the deposit is not refundable in routine circumstances.
- No detailed published tuition refund / withdrawal schedule for mid‑year withdrawals (proration rules and exact refund calculations) was located in the public fee summaries consulted.

Fee payment options

- An online fee payment portal was not listed in the school profile summaries consulted (the school's public listings indicate no online fee payment facility). Specific accepted payment channels (bank transfer, cheque, credit card, cash) were not published in the fee summaries located. Many Dubai schools accept bank transfer, cheques, post‑dated cheques or card payments through their accounts office, but no school‑specific payment channel list was published in the public fee summaries reviewed.

Short note on available public information

- The figures above use the school's published annual tuition rates for each year group and the commonly used three‑term split (40% / 30% / 30%) to present term instalments. The one‑time application and assessment charges and the 10% registration deposit requirement are published in the public school listings and fee summaries consulted. Some typical line items that other schools publish separately (exact transport charges, uniforms, books, detailed withdrawal/refund schedule and the school's specific in‑house payment channels) were not available in the public fee summaries that were accessible.
Academics

Fifth Dimension Elementary School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
The Fifth Dimension Elementary School in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai offers Pre-K through Grade 5 within an American curriculum based on the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The program places a strong emphasis on STEM, with robotics, coding, digital skills, makerspaces, and bio-domes integrated into daily learning. English is the medium of instruction, and Arabic is taught as a separate subject in line with KHDA guidelines. Assessments include CAT4 cognitive ability tests, MAP progress tests, end-of-unit assessments, and diagnostic tests to monitor progress, with admissions subject to KHDA readiness. Year groups progress from Pre-K through Grade 5 with CCSS-aligned literacy, mathematics, science, and integrated technology education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Fifth Dimension Elementary School emphasizes Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as a core element of its holistic education. The school promotes social and emotional development through its STEM- and digital-skills curriculum, and through collaborative and enrichment activities. Dubai Schools describes the school as supporting social and emotional development and innovation as part of its approach. Enrichment offerings such as drama, music, coding, and sports support SEL by fostering communication, teamwork, and empathy. The school's community-focused ethos aligns with SEL objectives and its public profiles highlight social-emotional development as a priority.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Needs base and resource area on site. This indicates on-site SEN provision intended to support students with additional educational needs. The kinds of Special Educational Needs the school can support and whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed. Public sources describe SEN provision in general terms rather than listing specific conditions. Third-party profiles reference a dedicated SEN base among the school's facilities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The language of instruction is English. Public sources do not list dedicated EAL programmes or staff beyond general instruction in English. English as the language of instruction is consistently stated in third-party profiles. Public documentation does not specify targeted EAL interventions for individual students.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is integrated into the school's approach through SEL and holistic development as described in independent school guides. Social and emotional development is identified as a focus within the curriculum and enrichment activities. Independent profiles emphasize well-being and personal development as part of the student experience. KHDA-related materials for Dubai private schools discuss well-being provisions as a standard expectation in school evaluation. The school's public materials align with a broader emphasis on student wellbeing alongside academic learning.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are addressed within the welfare framework of private Dubai schools, including Fifth Dimension. KHDA's inspection framework incorporates safeguarding and inclusion as part of quality assurance. Public-facing materials and reporting on Dubai private schools indicate that wellbeing provisions and safeguarding practices are integral to school evaluations. 2023–2024 KHDA findings show that wellbeing and safety are key elements in ratings for many schools. The available public information for Fifth Dimension corresponds to this standard emphasis on safeguarding and wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
The Fifth Dimension Elementary School opened in Nad Al Sheba 4, Dubai in 2021. The founding principal was Dr. Terry Burwell, who led the early development of the school's approach. The school is privately owned, with Ms. Nicole Cavanaugh listed as owner. It follows an American curriculum aligned to the California Common Core State Standards and emphasizes STEM, digital skills, and project-based learning. Bio-domes and other maker-space facilities were introduced to support experiential learning and connect students with the Nad Al Sheba community.

Community
The school's community life centers on STEM education and family involvement, with field trips to Expo 2020 and a range of enrichment activities. Enrichment activities include drama productions, music performances, art shows, coding, robotics, and sports, with partnerships with external programs such as Jam Academy and Noxus. Earth Day celebrations and other cultural events take place on campus. Bio-domes and passport-based projects connect students with the wider Nad Al Sheba community and future-focused learning.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA collaborates with the administration to support students' social and intellectual growth. Local directories describe the PTA as a close partner in school governance and community engagement. Enrichment activities linked to PTA involvement include drama productions, music performances, art shows, coding, robotics, and sports. Fundraising and charity events are part of the enrichment ecosystem and often involve parent participation. The PTA's activities contribute to engaging families and the wider Nad Al Sheba community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Fifth Dimension Elementary School combines digital learning with hands-on STEM spaces. The academic facilities include ICT and science laboratories, a flexible Makerspace, a library, and bio-domes used for ecology and design projects, plus a 3D printing lab. The campus supports physical development with an indoor sports hall and safe outdoor play areas, and it includes a swimming/learning pool. Creative spaces include specialist music, arts and media rooms. On-site services include a clinic and prayer rooms, with parking available for families.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include an indoor sports hall for basketball and other court-based activities, and outdoor play spaces for younger students. The campus also features a swimming/learning pool for physical education and swimming lessons. Playground areas provide age-appropriate equipment and space for informal recreation. These facilities support a balanced program of physical education and active learning.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include ICT and science laboratories and classrooms equipped with digital resources. The campus hosts a flexible Makerspace and a dedicated 3D printing lab for design and engineering projects. Biodomes provide environmental science experiences and maker-space learning in ecological contexts. The on-site library supports independent study and research, and a Special Needs base is available for related instructional supports.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Enrichment activities include drama productions, music performances, art shows, coding and robotics, and sports, with opportunities to participate during and after school. The school collaborates with external providers such as Jam Academy and Noxus for some programs. Field trips have included visits to major events and locations relevant to the curriculum. After-school care is offered in the form of enrichment activities.
School Events
The school has not added events
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