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PACE Springfield International School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 20,000 - 28,000
Ages 3 - 12 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

PACE Springfield International School, located in Al Awir First, Dubai, is a British‑curriculum school that states on its website it follows the Cambridge curriculum with guidance from the National Curriculum of England and the UAE Ministry of Education for Arabic subjects. The school publishes that it serves Foundation Stage (FS1/Pre‑KG) through Year 7 (aligned to ages 3–12 on file) and uses English as the primary language of instruction while offering staged English language support/immersion programmes. Arabic is taught both for native speakers and as an additional language to meet MOE requirements and promote UAE cultural themes. The website sets out a broad extra‑curricular programme — arts and crafts, sports, gardening/outdoor exploration, coding and robotics, science & STEM, debate and other clubs — and notes these activities take place on school grounds; it does not publish a separate, detailed facilities list. The site also highlights values and inclusion, and publishes tiered ESL support with associated fees as part of its programme information.

Al Awir First, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

PACE Springfield International School has instruction in English.

Location
PACE Springfield International School is located in Al Awir, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus address is in Al Awir, Dubai, UAE, and the school serves international families relocating to Dubai. Public transport details are not published on the site, so families should planning for private transport or potential school-arranged arrangements may be discussed with admissions.

Stages
Foundation Stage FS1 & FS2; Years 1–7; Middle School Year 6–9; Secondary Year 10–13. The curriculum path runs from early years through primary, then into secondary, with Arabic taught under MOE guidance alongside the Cambridge/England national framework.

Type
Co-educational; boarding facilities are not indicated. The school's gender information is shown as mixed in its external job listing, confirming it operates as a co-educational institution.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Publicly published numbers for pupil nationalities are not provided; homepage indicators show 0+ for nationality, and the school describes itself as inclusive, suggesting a diverse international intake without published ratios.

Additional learning support
PACE Springfield describes itself as inclusive and provides SEND support with a comprehensive special education programme. Provisions include academic (IGCSE, AS & A), project-based (BTEC), and vocational (ASDAN) options, with partnerships with external agencies as needed and required documentation from families.

Country affiliation
The school follows the Cambridge Curriculum with guidance from the England National Curriculum and UAE MOE for Arabic subjects. It is located in the UAE and does not indicate a formal country affiliation beyond curricular alignment.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated. The site presents an inclusive, non-religion-specific framing of the school.

School day structure
School hours are typically 7:30 AM–4:00 PM Monday–Thursday and 7:30 AM–11:30 AM on Fridays; Sundays 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with Saturdays listed as a holiday. There is ongoing weekend variation in UAE school schedules, but these are the current published hours.

Bus service
The school provides bus services with multiple routes and associated fees. Bus locations include Dubai I, Dubai II, Dubai III, and New Sharjah, with annual transport fees and term-based charges listed.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform: A Dress Code Policy applies. Staff wear formal, professional attire. Students wear appropriate school attire; denim and casual wear are not permitted; PE days require appropriate PE kit; health and safety considerations may allow exceptions.
Fees

Annual tuition at PACE Springfield International School ranges from AED 20,000 to AED 28,000 for 2026/27.

Application & initial admission fees

- Entrance fee (one-time at admission): AED 500.
- Entrance exam (assessment) fee: AED 500.
- Enrollment fee for new admissions: up to 10% of tuition (non-refundable and deductible from Term 1). Full Term 1 fee payment is mandatory to start.
- Re-enrollment fee for existing pupils: up to 5% of tuition (non-refundable and deductible from Term 1).

Tuition fees by year group (KHDA-approved; discounted tuition and per-term breakdown)

- FS1 / Pre-KG: KHDA-approved tuition AED 25,000; Discounted tuition AED 20,000; Term 1 AED 8,720; Term 2 AED 5,640; Term 3 AED 5,640.
- FS2 / KG1: KHDA-approved tuition AED 25,000; Discounted tuition AED 20,000; Term 1 AED 8,720; Term 2 AED 5,640; Term 3 AED 5,640.
- Year 1 / KG2: KHDA-approved tuition AED 28,400; Discounted tuition AED 22,720; Term 1 AED 9,040; Term 2 AED 6,360; Term 3 AED 6,360.
- Year 2 / Grade 1: KHDA-approved tuition AED 28,400; Discounted tuition AED 22,720; Term 1 AED 9,040; Term 2 AED 6,360; Term 3 AED 6,360.
- Year 3 / Grade 2: KHDA-approved tuition AED 28,400; Discounted tuition AED 22,720; Term 1 AED 9,040; Term 2 AED 6,360; Term 3 AED 6,360.
- Year 4 / Grade 3: KHDA-approved tuition AED 30,800; Discounted tuition AED 24,640; Term 1 AED 9,360; Term 2 AED 6,840; Term 3 AED 6,840.
- Year 5 / Grade 4: KHDA-approved tuition AED 30,800; Discounted tuition AED 24,640; Term 1 AED 9,360; Term 2 AED 6,840; Term 3 AED 6,840.
- Year 6 / Grade 5: KHDA-approved tuition AED 30,800; Discounted tuition AED 24,640; Term 1 AED 9,360; Term 2 AED 6,840; Term 3 AED 6,840.
- Year 7 / Grade 6: KHDA-approved tuition AED 35,000; Discounted tuition AED 28,000; Term 1 AED 9,520; Term 2 AED 7,800; Term 3 AED 7,800.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and medical fee are billed termly. The stated term amounts (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3) are the amounts to be paid for each respective term.
- Distribution rule published for tuition + medical fee: Term 1 = 40% of the combined amount; Term 2 = 30%; Term 3 = 30%. Resources fees are included in Term 1 payment; students joining in Term 2 or Term 3 are charged a resources fee at joining.
- Enrollment fee (new admissions) is collected at the beginning of the academic year and is non-refundable; it is deducted from the first-term fees. Full payment of the first term is required to begin attendance. Re-enrollment fees for returning students are non-refundable and deductible from Term 1.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee information; boarding is not offered in the published fee schedule.

Other costs and optional / ancillary charges

- Medical fee (charged with term-wise tuition): AED 500. The medical fee is collected along with each term's tuition distribution.
- Uniforms: AED 600.
- Extra-curricular / extra activities: AED 6,000–AED 10,000 (charged case-by-case).
- Language support (where required): AED 2,000–AED 8,000 (charged case-by-case).
- Class photography: AED 100–AED 500 (case-by-case).
- School trips: AED 500–AED 5,000 (case-by-case, subject to parental consent).
- Transportation (annual and term breakdowns by location):
- Dubai I: Annual AED 5,500 — Term 1 AED 2,200; Term 2 AED 1,650; Term 3 AED 1,650.
- Dubai II: Annual AED 6,500 — Term 1 AED 2,600; Term 2 AED 1,950; Term 3 AED 1,950.
- Dubai III: Annual AED 8,000 — Term 1 AED 3,200; Term 2 AED 2,400; Term 3 AED 2,400.
- New Sharjah: Annual AED 5,500 — Term 1 AED 2,200; Term 2 AED 1,650; Term 3 AED 1,650. Note: transport pickup locations are subject to management approval.

Discounts and concessions

- 10% discount on tuition for Emirati nationals.
- 15% discount on tuition for martyr's children.

Refund information

- Enrollment fees for new admissions are non-refundable. Re-enrollment fees for existing students are non-refundable. These fees are deductible from the Term 1 payment. No additional refund provisions are published in the fee schedule.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule and contact information do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, card, bank transfer, cash) in the fee pages or contact details. For confirmed payment-method instructions, contact the school's admissions office by phone or email.

Notes and practical points for parents

- Term amounts shown are the amounts to be paid each term; Term 1 is larger to reflect the resources/initial charges and the stated distribution (40% / 30% / 30%).
- Where optional services are used (transport, language support, extra activities, trips, photography), charges are applied in addition to tuition and vary by case.
Academics

PACE Springfield International School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 12.

Curriculum
PACE Springfield International School follows the UK British Curriculum from Foundation Stage through Year 7/Grade 6, with GCSEs, BTECs, and A Levels offered as qualifications. Foundation Stage FS1 & FS2 use the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework with seven learning goals and play-based learning. Key EYFS areas include Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development; Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design. FS Specialist Subjects include Arabic, Islamic, and PE. The Arabic curriculum is designed to meet MOE requirements and to integrate cross-curricular themes related to UAE culture, with provisions for native speakers and for Arabic as an additional language. The curriculum extends through Years 1-7 as the primary phase, supporting progression toward secondary qualifications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PACE Springfield International School follows the Cambridge Curriculum with guidance from the England National Curriculum and UAE MOE, and emphasizes holistic development including wellbeing. The Teaching and Learning aims explicitly include fostering inclusivity, nurturing emotional growth, and creating a safe and supportive environment. Pastoral and wellbeing support is reinforced by staff, including a focus on pastoral care within school life. The school describes itself as inclusive and provides SEND support with accommodations and curricular modifications, with a commitment to engaging external agencies and parents to support social and academic integration. A dedicated staff member for student support, Heba, serves as a Primary Student Support Teacher with extensive experience in special education.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Inclusion page states the school is inclusive and welcomes students with Special Educational Needs under the school-provided services. Parents are invited to submit reports (for example Education Psychologist reports) and, once these formalities are complete, a suitable programme is put in place to help the child access the curriculum and transition academically and socially. The school provides SEND students with the required support, accommodations and curricular modifications to access educational opportunities and offers a comprehensive special education programme including IGCSE, AS & A, project-based BTEC and ASDAN vocational options. Students who show a Standard Average Score (SAS) below 100 are recommended for further assessment to determine future needs. Admission judgments consider the number of students with additional learning needs to ensure the best interests of all students; where needed, higher intervention may be addressed with external intervention centers. A dedicated SEN staff member, Heba, serves as the Primary Student Support Teacher with over fourteen years of experience in special education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English Language Support is provided through specialized ESL programmes and classes designed to improve students' English and transition from their native language to English as the main language of instruction. The ESL programme uses language assessments, differentiated instruction, a supportive classroom environment, promotes cultural sensitivity, and includes professional development and modified assessments. It also includes a Language Proficiency Exit Criteria to determine progression. Language support incurs an extra fee; Level One Beginner involves three individual sessions, Level Two Intermediate A involves two sessions, and Level Three Intermediate B involves one session per respective schedules, with the number of sessions per year listed in the programme. Arabic language provisions are integrated into the curriculum to meet MOE requirements, including Arabic for native speakers and Arabic as additional language.

Mental Wellbeing
The curriculum states that the Cambridge-based programme includes wellbeing development and emphasizes development of the student's wellbeing. Aims of Teaching and Learning include nurturing emotional growth and creating a safe and supportive environment. The school emphasizes emotional growth as part of its holistic development and aims. A staff member focused on student support (e.g., Heba) supports inclusion and emotional development. Pastoral care is highlighted as a feature of school life.

Safeguarding
The SISD Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy defines safeguarding and child protection responsibilities and requires that staff read and sign the policy; it designates a Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and deputy and includes inter-agency working. It cites UK guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education) and UAE law (Wadeema's Law) and aligns with UAE School Inspection frameworks. The DSL is Ms Sue Davis, with deputy roles and responsibilities outlined; the policy assigns duties to lead safeguarding efforts, training, and inter-agency liaison. The policy requires recording of concerns, secure storage, and referrals to Children's Social Care or the Police as appropriate, and attendance at strategy meetings. The policy commits to annual review, ensures staff training (at least annually) and induction, and makes the safeguarding policy publicly available to parents.
Parent Experience

History
PACE Springfield International School is a brand-new educational institution in Al Awir, Dubai, established to provide affordable British education. It opens with FS1/Pre-KG and progresses to Year 7/Grade 6, following the UK British framework. The school describes itself as a new educational hub focused on holistic development, character building, and practical life skills. Leadership and staff pages show a growing team within the PACE Education network. A 2025 copyright confirms the site's materials and operations reflect activity in that year.

Community
PACE Springfield International School positions itself as a brand-new educational hub in Al Awir, with a close-knit community among students, families, and staff. Community life is showcased through events and newsletters, and students, teachers, staff, and parents participate in UAE celebrations. Environmental initiatives such as tree planting and the Pace Silviora Garden inauguration have involved the school community. Social media posts and updates show ongoing family participation in school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A dedicated PTA page is not listed in the main site navigation. Parent involvement is described through general communications and community events rather than a formal PTA program. UAE National Day celebrations involve students, teachers, staff and parents. Tree planting and the inauguration of the Pace Silviora Garden demonstrate environmental and community activities that include families. Newsletters provide ongoing updates on school life and parent participation, and social media channels share posts about events that involve families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
PACE Springfield International School is a brand new campus in Al Awir, Dubai. It serves FS1/Pre-KG through Year 7/Grade 6. The Cambridge Curriculum is delivered with guidance from the England National Curriculum and the UAE Ministry of Education for Arabic subjects. The school emphasizes holistic development, character building and practical life skills, with teaching methods that foster critical thinking, creativity and active participation.

Sports Facilities
The extracurricular program includes sports clubs and sports teams and clubs. Foundation Stage offers a Sports Club. Sports teams and clubs are also available for older students across elementary and middle levels.

Academic Facilities
The Cambridge Curriculum is offered with guidance from the England National Curriculum and the UAE MOE for Arabic. The program provides a broad, comprehensive and balanced curriculum that promotes innovation, challenge, cultural, moral and physical development and wellbeing. English language support is available through ESL programmes with assessments and differentiated instruction. Arabic is taught as native language and as an additional language to meet MOE requirements.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Foundation Stage activities include Arts and Crafts, Storytelling and drama, Gardening and outdoor exploration, and a Sports Club. Elementary School offers Coding and Robotics Club, Science and STEM Club, Debate Club, Environmental Club, Sports Teams and Clubs, and Arts and Design Club. Middle School adds Entrepreneurship clubs, Coding and App Development, Drama and Theater, Student Councils, Creative Writing and Journalism, and Sports Teams and Clubs. Secondary School offers Model United Nations, Science Olympiad, Advanced sports teams, Robotic competitions, Astronomy club, and Career and College prep clubs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Extracurricular activities focus on academic enrichment and STEM. The school offers a Coding & Robotics Club, a Science & STEM Club, a Debate Club, and an Environmental Club. Middle and senior levels include Entrepreneurship clubs, Coding & App Development, Drama & Theater, Student Councils, Creative Writing & Journalism, Sports Teams, and an Arts & Design Club, with Model United Nations (MUN) and Robotics competitions available.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities include an Arts & Crafts Club, Storytelling & Drama, Gardening & Outdoor Exploration, and an Arts & Design Club. Drama and theatre are integrated opportunities across sections, complemented by hands-on arts projects. Gardening & Outdoor Exploration supports practical, experiential learning.

Cultural & Language
The Arabic section meets MOE requirements and integrates UAE culture across learning. Arabic for native speakers is taught alongside Arabic as an additional language, with emphasis on cross-curricular language development. The program supports fluent communication in school and the community.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobbies opportunities include Sports Teams and Clubs, Environmental Club, Debate, Drama, Storytelling, and Creative Writing. Foundation Stage also includes Arts & Crafts, Gardening & Outdoor Exploration, and other club activities. These activities run alongside academic timetables to support varied interests.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and professional development are provided through Student Councils, Entrepreneurship Clubs, and Career & College Prep Clubs. There are also Coding & App Development opportunities and related projects for older students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school pursues holistic growth with aims to nurture emotional growth, inclusivity, and a safe, supportive environment. It emphasizes physical development and wellbeing as part of the learning experience, including engagement in activities that promote health and well-being. Garden and outdoor activities support wellbeing and practical learning.
Languages

Language Provision
The Cambridge Curriculum is taught with guidance from the England National Curriculum and the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum for Arabic subjects. Arabic meets MOE requirements and includes cross-curricular themes related to UAE culture. English Language Support is offered through specialized ESL programmes with assessments, differentiated instruction, and steps toward English as the primary language of instruction. Arabic for native speakers develops UAE culture and language, while Arabic as an additional language supports non-native speakers.
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions Process: 1. Inquiries: The Admissions department will email prospective parents to inform them about admissions procedures and the online registration portal, and inquiries are acknowledged within 24 hours with full follow-up within 48 hours. 2. Initial Application Enquiry: The first step is to complete the online student enquiry form, which can be completed in the school or from home. 3. Placement Test: After submitting the application and required documents, parents are contacted by phone or email within 24–48 hours to arrange a placement assessment; a nonrefundable AED 500 fee applies for the test. 4. Notification of Acceptance: The school reviews the completed application file and placement test results, then decides whether a place can be offered; the admissions office will contact parents and request payment of a nonrefundable AED 500 registration fee. 5. Previous School Records submission: Parents must submit properly attested required documents; the Admissions Team may delay or pause the admission process if documentation is not provided within four weeks. Required documents for admission: Student's passport, visa, and Emirates ID copies; Birth certificate copy; Vaccination card copy; Recent passport-size photographs; Parent's passport, visa and Emirates ID copies; Annual report card from the last attended school; Student continuity certificate and conduct certificate from the current UAE school (if applicable). For Year 2 to Year 7: Original transfer certificate / school leaving certificate; Final academic year report. Overseas transfers: Transfer certificate must be attested by the educational authority of the country of origin, the UAE embassy/consulate/ministry of foreign affairs, and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. UAE transfers: Transfer certificate from the current UAE school must be attested by the relevant UAE authorities. UAE admissions timing: Entrance exam AED 500; Enrollment fees: up to 10% of tuition; Medical fee AED 500; Uniforms AED 600; Additional items such as language support, activities, and trips may apply (fees vary by item). Locations and fees: Dubai I, Dubai II, Dubai III, and New Sharjah locations have separate annual/term fees as listed in the school fee schedule.
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