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Glendale International School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 33,600 - 46,080
Ages 3 - 13 years
Pupil numbers 130
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 25
Introduction

Glendale International School is an international British-curriculum school in Umm Al Hurair, Oud Metha (next to the American Hospital), Dubai. The school delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum for England, operating from foundation stages through Year 8 and serving children from about three to 13 years of age. English is the main language of instruction and the school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support; Arabic is taught from FS2 with separate pathways for native and non‑native speakers and Islamic Education is provided for Muslim students in line with UAE Ministry of Education requirements. Modern learning habitats and specialist facilities are highlighted on the school website and include a STEAM lab, language and mathematics labs, design & technology and culinary labs, music and art rooms, a library, sports courts and a football field, an animal sanctuary and specialised spaces such as an Imaginarium and Black Box room. The school also runs an Apple‑powered digital ecosystem and the Leader in Me leadership programme as part of its enriched British programme.

Umm Al Hurair, 21 19D Street, next to American Hospital, Oud Metha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Glendale International School has 130 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Glendale International School is located in Umm Al Hurair, Oud Metha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (next to the American Hospital). The campus sits in a central Dubai district with easy road access for families moving from overseas. The school's Dubai address is Umm Al Hurair, Oud Metha (Next to American Hospital).

Stages
Foundation Stage (FS1 for 3–4 years and FS2 for 4–5 years); Primary School for ages 6–11; Secondary School; Sixth Form for ages 16–18.

Type
The school is co-educational (mixed gender). There is no boarding facility indicated on Glendale Dubai pages; the school operates as a day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 70 nationalities are represented at Glendale International School; the most common nationality and the local-to-international student ratio are not published.

Additional learning support
Inclusion is a core focus. The Inclusion Team delivers SEND support, including Individualised Education Plans (IEPs), Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), and assessments; support for English as an Additional Language (EAL); differentiated teaching strategies; exam accommodations; counselling and targeted interventions (e.g., literacy/numeracy support, speech and language therapy, and other interventions through external specialists).

Country affiliation
The school follows the National Curriculum for England (UK). It is part of the Global Schools Foundation network, which is Singapore-based.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated for the school.

School day structure
School gates open at 7:30 AM. Registration runs 7:30–8:20 AM. Foundation Stage lessons run 8:30 AM–1:00 PM with a short break and lunch; Primary Stage lessons run 8:30 AM–3:10 PM with a mid-morning break and a lunch period; Secondary Stage lessons run 7:40 AM–3:10 PM with a mid-day break and lunch; Friday timings are shorter (Foundation Stage 8:30 AM–12:00 PM).

Bus service
The school offers a bus service with defined routes. Bus zones include Zone 4 (areas such as Al Warqa, Mirdiff, Silicon Oasis, International City, Umm Suqeim 3, Muhaisnah, Sky Courts, The Lakes, Al Sufouh, Al Barsha, The Villa, Greens, TECOM, Barsha Heights, and nearby neighborhoods) and Zone 5 (including Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Production City, Emirates Hills, Arabian Ranches, and other listed communities).
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform; the Uniform Policy describes the uniform as a symbol of unity, pride and belonging.

Food Options
The school canteen offers a rotating, dietician-approved menu featuring nutritious meals and dietary accommodations.

House System
The school has a four-house system: Oak House, Willow House, Sycamore House, and Elm House, designed to foster belonging, healthy competition, leadership development and school spirit.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Global Schools Group, a Singapore-headquartered not-for-profit organisation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Glendale International School ranges from AED 33,600 to AED 46,080 for 2026/27.

Initial fees

- Application fee: AED 500 — non-refundable, one-time payment payable on submission of the application form.
- Registration deposit: AED 1,500 — non-refundable but deductible from the first tuition invoice.

Annual tuition fees and per-term amounts (KHDA‑approved; academic year Sep 2025 — June 2026)

There are three terms per academic year; fees are expressed in AED and are payable term-by-term in advance. The school offers a Founding Family discount of 20% on the annual tuition fee; both the full annual fee and the discounted annual fee are shown below. Per-term amounts are the annual amounts divided by three (three terms).

- Foundation Stage 1: Annual AED 42,000 — Discounted AED 33,600. Per term (full) AED 14,000; per term (discounted) AED 11,200.
- Foundation Stage 2: Annual AED 42,000 — Discounted AED 33,600. Per term (full) AED 14,000; per term (discounted) AED 11,200.
- Year 1: Annual AED 46,800 — Discounted AED 37,440. Per term (full) AED 15,600; per term (discounted) AED 12,480.
- Year 2: Annual AED 48,000 — Discounted AED 38,400. Per term (full) AED 16,000; per term (discounted) AED 12,800.
- Year 3: Annual AED 48,000 — Discounted AED 38,400. Per term (full) AED 16,000; per term (discounted) AED 12,800.
- Year 4: Annual AED 51,600 — Discounted AED 41,280. Per term (full) AED 17,200; per term (discounted) AED 13,760.
- Year 5: Annual AED 51,600 — Discounted AED 41,280. Per term (full) AED 17,200; per term (discounted) AED 13,760.
- Year 6: Annual AED 55,200 — Discounted AED 44,160. Per term (full) AED 18,400; per term (discounted) AED 14,720.
- Year 7: Annual AED 55,200 — Discounted AED 44,160. Per term (full) AED 18,400; per term (discounted) AED 14,720.
- Year 8: Annual AED 57,600 — Discounted AED 46,080. Per term (full) AED 19,200; per term (discounted) AED 15,360.
- Year 9: Annual AED 57,600 — Discounted AED 46,080. Per term (full) AED 19,200; per term (discounted) AED 15,360.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Academic year runs across three terms; fees are billed and payable on a term-by-term basis and must be paid in advance of the term. All fees and charges are expressed in AED. Fees are subject to annual review.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed. The published fee schedule contains no boarding provision or boarding charges.

Other costs and charges

- Re-registration fee (for continuing students): AED 1,500 — non-refundable but deductible from tuition.
- The school operates uniform, transportation (school bus routes/zones) and canteen services, but specific charges for uniform purchase, transport fees and canteen meal plans are not listed in the published fee schedule. Transport zone information is published separately.
- Extracurricular and enrichment activities (Well‑being Hour / after‑school activities) are part of school life; separate charges for specific activities are not listed on the fee schedule.

Refund and non‑refund rules

- Application fee (AED 500) is non-refundable. Registration deposit (AED 1,500) is non-refundable but is deductible from the first tuition invoice. Re-registration fee (AED 1,500) is non-refundable but deductible from tuition for continuing students. No further refund policy details are listed on the published fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule states fees are payable termly in advance and expressed in AED; it does not list specific accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, cheque, online portal) within the fee schedule itself. Parents should refer to the school's finance or admissions contacts for the currently accepted payment channels.
Academics

Glendale International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 13.

Curriculum
Glendale International School in Dubai, UAE follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE). The Foundation Stage (FS1 aged 3–4 and FS2 aged 4–5) is guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and comprises seven areas of learning: Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. The Primary Stage comprises Key Stage 1 (Year 1–2) and Key Stage 2 (Year 3–6), with core subjects English, Mathematics and Science, plus Moral Education/Social Studies, Arabic, and Islamic Studies (for Muslim students); non-core subjects include Computing, Art and Design, Music, Drama, Physical Education, French, and STEAM/Design and Technology. The Secondary Stage covers Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) with English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Moral Education, Arabic, Islamic Studies (for Muslim students), Social & Moral Studies, and a broad range of other subjects such as Design and Technology, Computing, Business Studies, Computer Science, Art and Design, Music, Drama, and PE, with a Modern Foreign Language option (French or Spanish). A Sixth Form is available for students aged 16–18, described as a dynamic, university-facing pathway, though public materials do not specify examination qualifications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Glendale International School supports social-emotional learning through its Wellbeing Hour and a dedicated Inclusion Team. The Inclusion Team includes trained Special Educational Needs teachers, a Behaviour Counsellor, and Learning Support Assistants who develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and personalized learning pathways. Counselling sessions are available for students and parents, and Play and Art therapy are offered to support emotional growth. A Buddy system in class promotes peer support, and monthly progress meetings help track SEL development. The Wellbeing Hour offers activities such as sports, coding/STEAM, music, art, yoga, and language classes to foster well-being and mindfulness.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Glendale supports students with SEND and Dyslexia through its Inclusion department rather than describing itself as a specialist SEN institution. The Inclusion Team includes trained Special Educational Needs teachers, a Behaviour Counsellor, and Learning Support Assistants who devise Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and personalized learning pathways, with literacy and numeracy interventions and differentiated teaching strategies. Therapeutic interventions, including speech therapy, applied behaviour analysis (ABA), and occupational therapy, are provided in collaboration with external specialists. Group and 1:1 Dyslexia support sessions are offered, along with exam accommodations to ensure fair assessment, and Gifted and Talented enrichment is available via advanced learning plans. The school follows Dubai's Inclusive Education Policy Framework, KHDA guidelines, and Wadeema Law. The school does not publicly describe itself as a specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
An English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme is provided as part of Glendale's Inclusion Provision. The Inclusion Team coordinates EAL support across the school as part of the IEP process, with EAL listed among core support services alongside literacy and numeracy interventions and differentiated teaching strategies. Support is integrated with other inclusion provisions to help English language learners access the curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
Glendale emphasises mental wellbeing through Wellbeing Hour and a broad counselling framework. Wellbeing Hour delivers daily activities including sports, coding/STEAM, music, art, and yoga to support emotional balance and mindfulness. Counselling sessions are available for students and parents, and Play and Art therapy sessions support emotional expression and growth. A Buddy system in classrooms promotes peer support, and regular progress discussions help monitor students' wellbeing alongside academic development.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is addressed through the Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, aligned with UAE frameworks and Wadeema's Law. The policy states that all staff are committed to safeguarding, with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) Level 3 safeguarding trained and all staff receiving termly Level 1 safeguarding training. It establishes defined responsibilities, reporting procedures, and records management, including designated safeguarding roles (DSL/CPT) and escalation procedures. Online safety is integrated into the curriculum, and there are clear guidelines for disclosures, with involvement of external agencies as needed. The policy is reviewed annually to ensure effective safeguarding practice.
Parent Experience

History
Glendale International School Dubai opened on August 28, 2023, marking the start of its first academic session in Oud Metha. Jasmit Kang serves as the Founding Principal, guiding the school's early development. The school is part of Global Schools Foundation/Global Schools Group, a Singapore-headquartered not-for-profit network of schools. Global Schools Foundation was founded in 2002 and has grown to about 64 campuses across 11 countries, educating students from more than 70 nationalities. This network emphasizes leadership, character development, and high-quality international education.

Community
Glendale's student body comprises more than 70 nationalities. Life at Glendale includes Wellbeing Hour and the School House System to support student wellbeing and a sense of belonging, with an active calendar of extra-curricular activities and an academic calendar. Parent voices on campus describe a family-like community and diverse friendships. Glendale participates in Global Schools Foundation events, including Founder's Day celebrations that highlight the group's history and values.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Public materials describe parent involvement through channels other than a stand-alone PTA. The Parent Referral Programme offers a AED 1,000 referral reward for introducing a new family. Parents connect with teachers and monitor progress via Toddle, a digital parent communication platform. Open Houses are regularly scheduled to invite families to visit Glendale and engage with staff and students. The School House System and Wellbeing Hour provide ongoing opportunities for families to participate in school life and student well-being. Public content such as School Stories and the Blog share parent experiences and community perspectives. In practice, Glendale supports active parent involvement through these channels and events rather than detailing a separate PTA.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus features a range of learning habitats and specialist spaces designed to support an experiential British curriculum. It includes a library, an art room, a music room, and laboratories for language, mathematics, STEAM, and design and technology. Outdoor facilities include a football field, tennis and basketball courts, and a dedicated playground. The campus also hosts a culinary lab, an Imaginarium, a Black Box Room, and animal sanctuary spaces as part of its hands-on learning environments.

Sports Facilities
The school offers a football field and tennis and basketball courts for outdoor sports.

Academic Facilities
The academic facilities include a Language Lab, Mathematics Lab, STEAM Lab, and Design and Technology Lab. The school provides a Culinary Lab and a Library for research and study. Additional spaces support creative and practical work, including an Imaginarium, an Art Room, and a Music Room. The campus includes a Black Box Room and Foundation Stage Garden as part of its early-years and multi-disciplinary spaces.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Foundation Stage activities include Art & Craft, Sports, and Music & Dance. Primary and Secondary stages offer robotics, design and technology, music & dance, gymnastics, art, and football & cricket through after-school clubs. After-school activities by external specialists are offered on campus.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Glendale International School follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE) taught by UK curriculum-certified teachers. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and innovation within an enriched, thematic approach. Experiential learning is integrated through immersive habitats and project-based activities. The school uses the Leader in Me programme to develop leadership and life skills.

Arts & Creative
Art and music are integrated into learning habitats and after-school offerings. Foundation Stage activities include Art & Craft and Music & Dance. In Primary and Secondary stages, after-school clubs include Music & Dance and Art, along with other creative activities.

Social & Hobbies
In Primary and Secondary stages, students benefit from a dynamic selection of after-school clubs and co-curricular programmes that support physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. Offerings include Robotics, Design and Technology, Music & Dance, Gymnastics, Art, and team sports such as Football & Cricket.

Leadership & Professional
Leader in Me Programme is used to empower students with leadership qualities and life skills. The School House System provides a framework for peer support and community building as part of School Life. Wellbeing initiatives are integrated into student life.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing Hour is part of School Life, supporting student welfare. The School House System fosters belonging and peer support. Football & Cricket, Gymnastics, and other sports activities contribute to physical health and resilience.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic is taught from FS2 onwards and follows the UAE MOE Arabic Curriculum. From Year 2, students are placed into two pathways: Arabic for Native Speakers and Arabic for Non-Native Speakers. Islamic Education is offered to Muslim students in accordance with MOE guidelines, and Social Studies and Moral Education support national identity and citizenship. The NCfE curriculum includes English as a core subject.

Immersion Programs
Immersion Lab Experience is a specialist subject. An Immersion Room is part of Foundation Stage learning habitats.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission follows seven steps: 1. Enquiry: Fill in the enquiry form and an Admission Counsellor will contact you to discuss next steps; the enquiry initiates the process. 2. Application fee: Pay the application fee to proceed with the application. 3. Assessment: The student is assessed to determine placement and readiness. 4. Documents: Submit the required documents; a list of documents is available. 5. Registration deposit: Pay the registration deposit to secure a place. 6. Parent school contract: A parent school contract is generated for signature. 7. Tuition: Pay tuition fees according to the payment schedule. The session runs from September to June. Admissions are open for Foundation Stage 1 to Year 6. You can book a campus tour or contact the admissions team at Toll Free: 800 Glendale (45363253) or email [email protected]; Address: Umm Al Hurair, Oud Metha (Next to American Hospital).

Waitlist
Admission is dependent on the student's overall application and the availability within the grade level.
School Events
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