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Ranches Primary School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 47,250 - 61,643
Ages 2 - 11 years
Pupil numbers 910
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 11
Introduction

Ranches Primary School is a British-curriculum primary and nursery school located in Arabian Ranches 2, Dubai, delivering the National Curriculum of England from early years through Year 6 and serving children aged 2 to 11. English is the primary language of instruction; the school provides Arabic taught to UAE Ministry of Education standards (with differentiated pathways for native and non-native speakers), teaches French from Year 1, and offers Islamic education for Years 2–6. Purpose-built, age-appropriate facilities include covered outdoor play and learning areas, a wellbeing garden with a sustainability theme, specialist computing and music rooms, a fully equipped science laboratory, a covered astroturf pitch and roof courts, a 25-metre swimming pool, two indoor sports halls, a canteen and dedicated nursery play areas. The school is part of the Cognita group, operates a “Character Compass” and wellbeing focus, runs the Cognita Enrich ME extra‑curricular provision, and publishes a through‑school pathway to a Cognita senior school for transition to secondary education.

Wadi Al Safa 7, Arabian Ranches 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Ranches Primary School has 910 pupils, typical class sizes of 11, instruction in English.

Location
Ranches Primary School is located in Arabian Ranches 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It sits within the Arabian Ranches community, adjacent to the Ranches Souk. A large number of students walk, scoot, or cycle to school from nearby communities, with a Community Pass available to support independent travel for Years 4–6. For families traveling from farther afield, access to the school is by car or bus, and most families live within about a 15‑minute drive.

Stages
The school serves children aged 3 to 11 years, covering FS1 to Year 6. It provides the Early Years Foundation Stage and primary year groups, and offers a through‑school pathway to senior education.

Type
Ranches Primary School follows a British curriculum and operates as a standalone primary school located in the Cognita family. It uses the National Curriculum of England and serves the Arabian Ranches community.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Ranches Primary School describes its community as inclusive and diverse. The school does not publish an official breakdown of pupil nationalities, but it emphasizes an inclusive, diverse student body.

Additional learning support
The Inclusion Department supports learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Gifted & Talented (G&T). English Language Learners (ELL) receive ESL provisions, with assessment via the WIDA Online platform conducted by the Head of Inclusion to determine appropriate support.

Country affiliation
No formal country affiliation is stated. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and is part of the Cognita family of schools.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is stated for the school.

School day structure
Morning drop-offs run from roughly 7:30am to 8:00am, with specific entry points by year group. Nursery to Year 1–2 drop-offs are usually from 7:30am to 7:45am, with later entry for some year groups. Pick-ups begin from 1:00pm for Nursery and range up to 2:40pm for Years 4–6, with Friday timings typically earlier; Extra‑Curricular Activities (ECAs) extend the day to around 3:45pm. The school day structure is complemented by an ECA programme.

Bus service
The school partners with Guardian One Transport LLC to provide a school bus service. Buses meet RTA safety standards, drivers are trained and a bus helper travels with each vehicle, and routes cover surrounding communities. Details of available routes and enrollment are handled directly with Guardian One Transport LLC; contact Ms. Ashna Sara Binu for arrangements, or reach the school's transport team for guidance.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform. From Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) onwards, students must wear the RPS school uniform. Uniform guidelines are provided on the Uniform page and the uniform supports belonging and inclusivity within the community.

Food Options
Healthy meals and snacks are provided on-site by the Tuck Shop Café, with a three-week term menu and meals prepared daily using fresh ingredients. Nursery children are provided lunch and snacks from home, and packed lunches are allowed. The school operates a nut-free policy.

Governance and Ownership
Ranches Primary School is part of the Cognita family of schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Ranches Primary School ranges from AED 47,250 to AED 61,643 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- Application fee: AED 500 (AED 525 inclusive of VAT).
- Medical fee: AED 500 one-off (AED 525 inclusive of VAT).
- Deposit to secure a place: new pupils pay a non-refundable deposit of 10% of the annual tuition fee; returning pupils pay a 5% deposit. Both deposits are deducted from the annual tuition fee in line with KHDA regulations.

Tuition fees (per term and total by year group)

- Nursery (5 days): Term 1 AED 18,900; Term 2 AED 14,175; Term 3 AED 14,175; Total AED 47,250.

- Foundation Stage 1 (FS1): Term 1 AED 20,174; Term 2 AED 15,131; Term 3 AED 15,131; Total AED 50,436.

- Foundation Stage 2 (FS2): Term 1 AED 20,174; Term 2 AED 15,131; Term 3 AED 15,131; Total AED 50,436.

- Year 1: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

- Year 2: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

- Year 3: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

- Year 4: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

- Year 5: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

- Year 6: Term 1 AED 24,657; Term 2 AED 18,493; Term 3 AED 18,493; Total AED 61,643.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition may be paid in full at the start of the academic year or by three instalments: 40% in August (First Term), 30% in December (Second Term), and 30% in March (Third Term). Tuition fees exclude school lunches, transportation, and educational trips. Some extracurricular activities provided by external providers may incur additional charges.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: not applicable. Ranches Primary School is a day primary school for children aged 3 to 11 (FS1–Year 6).

Other costs and optional charges

- School lunches, transportation (school bus), and educational trips are charged separately and are not included in the tuition figures. Extracurricular activities with external providers may carry additional fees.
- Uniform: pupils are required to wear the RPS school uniform from FS1 onwards; specific uniform guidelines are published by the school. Precise uniform purchase costs are not listed on the uniform guidance page.

Refund information

- Refunds are processed in accordance with KHDA regulations. Tuition fee refunds are subject to specific timelines and conditions with deductions applied based on the duration of enrolment. Deposits are generally non-refundable except in exceptional circumstances (for example, relocation outside the UAE) and are subject to official documentation. The official withdrawal request date is used to calculate refunds.

Fee policy and KHDA fact sheets

- The school follows KHDA guidance and publishes KHDA School Fees Fact Sheets that list mandatory and optional fees for each year group. Parents can refer to the KHDA fact sheets for a one-page summary of fees and permitted additional charges.

Fee payment options

- The school's public fees information does not specify accepted payment methods (for example, which card types or bank transfer details). For available payment channels and instructions, contact the school's admissions or finance office.
Academics

Ranches Primary School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
Ranches Primary School offers a British curriculum based on the English National Curriculum with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for children aged 3–11 (FS1–Year 6). The Nursery (18 months–3 years) and Foundation Stage follow EYFS with seven areas of learning, plus specialist input in Arabic, PE, Music and Library. In Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2) the programme covers English, Maths, Science, Phonics, Art, Computing, French, Arabic, PE, Swimming and Islamic Studies, supported by the school's Character Compass approach. Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6) continues core subjects and emphasises independent, self-directed learning with leadership opportunities to prepare pupils for secondary education. The curriculum includes a French program (Year 1–6) based on Chris Quigley's framework, Arabic taught to MOE standards, Islamic Studies for Years 2–6, and a Cognita pathway to secondary education (e.g., Horizon English School Town Square) within the Cognita family.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL is supported through strong pastoral care by teachers and the Cognita Be Well Charter, which promotes happy, resilient learners and healthy social engagement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
An Inclusion Department identifies learners requiring specialised support, including Gifted & Talented (G&T) and those with SEND, with all teachers addressing learning needs in the classroom in collaboration with the Inclusion Department; a SENDCo leads SEND provision, and English Language Learners receive ESL considerations as part of inclusion.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided through ESL provisions; students undergo the WIDA Online assessment on admission with the Head of Inclusion to determine the required language support.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed through Wellbeing & Support, including the Cognita Be Well Charter with six pillars and a focus on emotional health, social engagement, and resilience; safeguarding measures help ensure a safe environment for all students.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to school policies, with universal safeguarding principles and designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) including named staff such as Mrs Carroll, Mrs Lamb, Mr Barratt, and Ms Synnott, to protect students.
Parent Experience

History
Ranches Primary School opened in 2015 in the Arabian Ranches community of Dubai. It serves children aged 3 to 11 and follows the National Curriculum of England. In September 2021, the school joined the Cognita family of schools, aligning with Cognita's focus on holistic education, wellbeing and character development. The school emphasises a character compass with values such as commitment, courage, curiosity, creativity, cooperation and compassion. It offers a through‑school pathway within Cognita, including priority placement at Horizon English School Town Square for secondary education.

Community
Ranches Primary School describes itself as a community‑focused British curriculum school in Arabian Ranches, with small class sizes and a nurturing environment where every child is known and supported. It emphasises an inclusive and diverse community, giving students a voice in school life and offering cross‑curricular and extra‑curricular opportunities that connect learning to local and global issues. Community life includes events such as Winter Carols, UAE National Day celebrations and UAE Flag Day, which involve students, families and staff. Recent facility updates, such as the Sports Podium, reflect a commitment to wellbeing and active learning within the community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Ranches Primary School maintains an active Parents Association that involves families in school life. The association coordinates with the school to facilitate regular Parent‑Teacher Meetings and provides a dedicated Parents section with policies, notices and KHDA information. Parents volunteer through the association to support a range of activities and events. PTA‑supported events include winter, spring and summer fairs, discos, Halloween games and New Year celebrations. A formal role, the Parent Experience Executive, exists to strengthen parent engagement and communications. Being part of the Cognita family, the school frames parent involvement within a broader network of family engagement across the group.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Ranches Primary School is located in Arabian Ranches 2, adjacent to Ranches Souk. The school offers the British National Curriculum for children aged 3 to 11 (FS1–Year 6) and provides a range of facilities that support academic, sports, and creative learning. The campus includes specialist computing and music rooms, a spacious library and resource centre, and a fully equipped science lab. It features a climate-controlled covered Astro pitch and roof courts, a 25-meter swimming pool, and two indoor sports halls for summer use. Covered outdoor play and learning areas, a wellbeing garden with a sustainability theme, and a canteen serving healthy meals complete the on-site provisions.

Sports Facilities
Covered Astro pitch and roof courts support a range of ball sports. The 25-meter swimming pool provides swimming instruction and activity throughout the year. Two indoor sports halls support indoor activities, with additional outdoor playing fields and shaded play areas.

Academic Facilities
A spacious library and resource centre supports literacy and independent research. Fully equipped science laboratories enable practical experiments. Specialist computing rooms and dedicated music spaces provide facilities for technology and the arts.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Ranches Primary School offers numerous cross-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities across the Cognita network, enabling students to engage in activities beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Ranches Primary School offers a diverse after-school programme that supports holistic development, including sports, STEAM, visual and performing arts, languages, and life skills. Free staff-led ECAs include Arts & Crafts, Multi Sports, Yoga & Meditation, Football, Debating, Cricket, Chess, Netball, Cartoon Drawing, Drama, and Computing. ENRICH ME provides football and swimming coaching through Cognita's exclusive Middle East partnership, while Infinite Sports expands ECA options to Scouts, Drama & Musical Theatre, Shaolin Kung Fu, Coding & Robotics, and Skating.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative ECAs include Arts & Crafts, Cartoon Drawing, and Drama, with visual and performing arts featured as part of enrichment.

Cultural & Language
Languages are included in the enrichment options, with language-related activities available as part of ECAs.

Social & Hobbies
ECAs support personal growth by enabling pupils to explore interests, develop new skills, and build self-confidence outside the classroom. Activities promote teamwork and strengthen social bonds within the school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga & Meditation, Multi Sports, and other active ECAs support wellbeing and physical fitness.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows the English National Curriculum (British Curriculum) for children aged 3 to 11 (FS1–Year 6). The curriculum includes English, Maths, Science, Phonics, and language subjects such as French and Arabic, with Islamic Studies also taught. Arabic is delivered by specialist teachers in the relevant year groups. English Language Learner (ELL) support is available for students who are not fluent in English, including a WIDA Online assessment on admission to determine needed support.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enquiry: Make an enquiry with the Admissions Team to discuss your child's needs and learn about Ranches Primary School. The team guides you through the next steps and answers initial questions. You can contact the Registrar at +971 4 442 9765 or submit an online enquiry form. 2. Visit us: Book a school tour to meet the team and visualize your child in our school. Tours are led by the Senior Leadership Team and the Head of Admissions and Parent Experience. Visits help you understand programs, facilities and daily routines. 3. Submit your application: Submit an online application form with supporting documents and the application fee (525 AED). The Admissions Team confirms receipt and outlines the required documents. You will receive next steps for the assessment phase. 4. Assessment and Offer: Arrange an in-person admissions assessment; online assessments can be arranged for families residing abroad. The school aims to share the assessment outcome within one week and families have a few days to respond. 5. Secure your place: Accept the enrolment offer and pay the registration fee (10% of annual tuition). The school then confirms enrollment and provides next steps. Year group placement aligns with KHDA guidelines for AY 2026-27, with Nursery FS1 (1 January 2023 – 31 December 2023), Reception FS2 (1 January 2022 – 31 December 2022), Year 1 (1 January 2021 – 31 December 2021), Year 2 (1 January 2020 – 31 December 2020), Year 3 (1 January 2019 – 31 December 2019), Year 4 (1 January 2018 – 31 December 2018), Year 5 (1 January 2017 – 31 December 2017), Year 6 (1 January 2016 – 31 December 2016).
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