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Star International School Al Twar

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 21,520 - 46,140
Ages 3 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Introduction

Star International School, Al Twar is a British curriculum school in Al Twar, Dubai, operating Early Years through Post‑16 across two East Dubai campuses (FS & Primary on 7th Street, Al Twar 2; Secondary at Al Twar 4). It follows the English National Curriculum with a STEAM‑integrated approach, preparing students for IGCSEs and Post‑16 A‑Level or BTEC pathways, and serves ages 3–18. The language of instruction is English; the school provides English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL) support and teaches Arabic as a compulsory subject in line with UAE requirements, while recognising and supporting students' mother tongues. Notable facilities published on the school website include technologically equipped classrooms with interactive whiteboards, ICT and Apple Mac suites, a Design and Technology laboratory and a STEAM lab with industry‑standard software and tools; the school also offers sports, clubs and extracurricular opportunities. The school is part of the International Schools Partnership and highlights personalised learning, international exchange programmes and a Future Pathways careers guidance programme.

7th Street, Al Twar, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Star International School Al Twar has instruction in English.

Location
Star International School, Al Twar operates across two campuses in Al Twar, East Dubai: Al Twar 2 (FS and Primary) and Al Twar 4 (Secondary and Post 16). The campuses are in a well-connected residential area with nearby parks and amenities. The area is served by the Dubai Metro Green Line, with Al Nahda and Al Qusais stations nearby, and major roads including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311). Dubai International Airport is minutes away, and attractions such as Dubai Festival City, Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa are within easy reach.

Stages
Stage structure includes Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3-5) and Primary (ages 5-11). Secondary (ages 11-16) and Post 16 (ages 16-18) complete the four-stage progression.

Type
Star International School, Al Twar is a co-educational British international school operating across two campuses. It follows an English National Curriculum and offers GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels; it is a day school (no boarding facilities indicated).

Pupil Nationality Mix
Students come from over 60 nationalities. The most common nationality is not published publicly, and there is no publicly available breakdown of local versus international students.

Additional learning support
The school provides inclusive education with a dedicated Inclusion Department, Learning Support Assistants, and an Inclusion Room. A collaborative approach involves teachers, specialists and parents to support individual needs, and the Head of Inclusion may be involved in admissions assessments when additional needs are suspected.

Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom as a British international school overseas, following the National Curriculum for England from Early Years to Post-16.

Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not stated publicly; the school presents itself as an inclusive British international school.

School day structure
On the main campus, the typical school day runs from around 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on school days, with after‑school activities available; times may vary by campus and age group.

Bus service
A school bus service is provided by Busco Passenger Transport, with multiple routes across Dubai and surrounding areas. To register, complete the Transport Application Form; routes cover many areas including Al Twar, Al Qusais, Mirdif and more. The bus service is available to enrolled students.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are supplied by Trutex and ordered online using the school codes SISAT-0020 (Primary) and SISAQ-0021 (Secondary). EYFS–Year 6 wear day uniforms (polo shirt, jumper and skirt for girls or trousers for boys) and sportswear; Years 7–11 add a house T-shirt, with Year 12–13 continuing in day wear. House T-shirts come in Canary, Emerald, Royal and Scarlet, and uniforms can be collected from Cityland Mall or delivered.

Food Options
On-site catering is provided through a canteen lunch service. There is a lunch hall on the Secondary Campus where students have meals; meals are described as healthy.

House System
Star International School Al Twar uses a four-house system; every student and staff member belongs to one of the houses. Points are earned across sports, academics, creativity and values, with annual events such as Sports Day, oratory competitions and talent shows.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network; governance and ownership are provided by ISP as part of a group of schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Star International School Al Twar ranges from AED 21,520 to AED 46,140 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration / Enrolment fees
- Application / assessment fee: AED 500 (non-refundable).
- Enrolment deposit at acceptance: 10% of the tuition fees for the forthcoming academic year, payable within seven days of receiving an offer; this enrolment deposit is deductible from the first term's tuition but is non-refundable unless the family must move outside the Emirate of Dubai before the academic year starts. For continuing pupils, a re‑enrolment fee of 5% is payable to guarantee the next year; this is deductible from the first term fees and non-refundable except where the family relocates outside the Emirate.

Tuition fees — annual and per-term (Academic Year 2025/26, discounted tuition shown with term breakdown)
- Foundation Stage (Ages 3–5)
- FS1 — Annual tuition: AED 21,520; Term 1 (01‑Aug‑2025): AED 8,608; Term 2 (01‑Dec‑2025): AED 6,456; Term 3 (01‑Mar‑2026): AED 6,456.
- FS2 — Annual tuition: AED 25,320; Term 1: AED 10,128; Term 2: AED 7,596; Term 3: AED 7,596.

- Primary School (Ages 5–11)
- Year 1 — Annual tuition: AED 25,320; Term 1: AED 10,128; Term 2: AED 7,596; Term 3: AED 7,596.
- Year 2 — Annual tuition: AED 29,120; Term 1: AED 11,648; Term 2: AED 8,736; Term 3: AED 8,736.
- Year 3 — Annual tuition: AED 29,120; Term 1: AED 11,648; Term 2: AED 8,736; Term 3: AED 8,736.
- Year 4 — Annual tuition: AED 32,915; Term 1: AED 13,166; Term 2: AED 9,875; Term 3: AED 9,874.
- Year 5 — Annual tuition: AED 32,915; Term 1: AED 13,166; Term 2: AED 9,875; Term 3: AED 9,874.
- Year 6 — Annual tuition: AED 32,915; Term 1: AED 13,166; Term 2: AED 9,875; Term 3: AED 9,874.

- Secondary School (Ages 11–16)
- Year 7 — Annual tuition: AED 35,280; Term 1: AED 14,112; Term 2: AED 10,584; Term 3: AED 10,584.
- Year 8 — Annual tuition: AED 41,510; Term 1: AED 16,604; Term 2: AED 12,453; Term 3: AED 12,453.
- Year 9 — Annual tuition: AED 41,510; Term 1: AED 16,604; Term 2: AED 12,453; Term 3: AED 12,453.
- Year 10 — Annual tuition: AED 39,220; Term 1: AED 15,688; Term 2: AED 11,766; Term 3: AED 11,766.
- Year 11 — Annual tuition: AED 46,140; Term 1: AED 18,456; Term 2: AED 13,842; Term 3: AED 13,842.

- Post 16 (Ages 16–18)
- Year 12 — Annual tuition: AED 39,220; Term 1: AED 15,688; Term 2: AED 11,766; Term 3: AED 11,766.
- Year 13 — Annual tuition: AED 46,140; Term 1: AED 18,456; Term 2: AED 13,842; Term 3: AED 13,842.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Term due dates for AY 2025/26: Term 1 fees due 01 August 2025; Term 2 fees due 01 December 2025; Term 3 fees due 01 March 2026.
- Fees are paid in three instalments (termly). Term 1 fees must be paid in full by the Term 1 due date; Term 2 and Term 3 fees must be paid by their respective due dates.
- Failure to meet payment timelines may lead to withholding of termly/annual reports, issuance of payment notices and, if unpaid, suspension or refusal to re‑register the child for the following academic year in line with KHDA regulations. Returned cheques incur a penalty of AED 250 and the school reserves the right to take legal action for bounced/returned cheques. Discounts are reflected on the last term invoice and apply only if the student completes a full academic year.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. No boarding fees are listed; the school operates across day campuses and provides day-school facilities and transport services rather than boarding accommodation.

Other costs and separately charged items
- Annual consumables / other charges (exercise book, STEAM contribution, stationery) are charged per year group. Examples (AY 2025/26):
- FS1 / FS2 — Total others: AED 1,550 per year.
- Year 1 / Year 2 — Total others: AED 2,050 per year.
- Year 3 — AED 2,200; Year 4 — AED 2,250; Year 5/6 — AED 2,350; Years 7–9 — AED 2,900; Year 10 — AED 3,800; Year 11 — AED 3,850; Years 12–13 — AED 4,050.
- Exam and course fees (GCSE, A Level, BTEC) and standardised assessments (CAT4, NGRT, GL assessments, ABT/IBT) are charged separately.
- Uniforms, on‑site catering, transportation and some trips/events are provided by third parties and are charged separately.

Refund information
- Refund calculations: If a pupil attends two weeks or less, one full month's fees are charged. If attendance is more than two weeks and less than one month, two full months' fees are charged. If attendance is more than one month, fees are charged for the full term. The monthly fee value is calculated by dividing the total annual tuition fee by ten. Refund processing may take up to 30 days.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods: bank transfer (bank details and IBANs are provided in the school's fee policy), cheques (payable to Star International School), cash, debit/credit card and online payment channels. For bank transfers, families are requested to include pupil name, year group and pupil ID on the remittance advice.

Warm regards,
Star International School, Al Twar — fee summary derived from the school's official fee policy for AY 2025/26.
Academics

Star International School Al Twar teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Star International School Al Twar offers an enhanced British curriculum for ages 3 to 18, with English as the primary language of instruction and Arabic integrated into the curriculum; EAL support is available for learners. In Early Years (FS1–FS2), the school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage with the Prime Areas (Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social and Emotional Development) and the Specific Areas (Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, Expressive Arts). Primary ages 5–11 use an enhanced English National Curriculum with a STEAM approach woven into learning. Secondary ages 11–16 follow the National Curriculum for England and lead to GCSE and BTEC qualifications, with Dubai MOE requirements including Arabic language, Islamic Education and Moral, Social and Cultural Studies. Post-16 ages 16–18 offer A Levels or BTEC qualifications with personalised guidance and a broad range of subjects. Accreditations include BSME, AOBSO, Pearson qualifications, AQA, OxfordAQA, International Award and Dassasport.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Star International School Al Twar integrates wellbeing into its curriculum through integrated wellbeing initiatives, mindfulness activities, daily circle time, and a dedicated pastoral care team that provides early intervention and supports students' social and emotional learning, including an on-site school counsellor.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school indicates inclusion processes with involvement of the Head of Inclusion in assessing additional needs, but the specific kinds of SEN supported and whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution are not publicly disclosed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is supported with proven language-learning approaches, and the school explicitly mentions EAL in its language programme and admissions materials.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by an on-site counsellor, a pastoral care team providing early intervention, and mindfulness practices integrated into daily routines.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority with a safeguarding team and a safeguarding policy detailing procedures for identifying, reporting and addressing concerns, alongside training, anti-bullying initiatives and digital safety measures.
Parent Experience

History
Star International School, Al Twar was established in 2005 by the ETA Star Group in Dubai, opening with a primary programme based on the National Curriculum for England. A secondary campus was opened to accommodate older students and post-16 study, with the newer Al Qusais/Al Ghusais facilities coming online around 2021. A second Star campus, Star International School, Mirdif, opened in 2009 and later joined the group. In 2022, ISP acquired a majority stake in Star International Schools, unifying the Al Twar and Mirdif campuses under ISP's network. KHDA inspections have rated the schools as 'Good.'

Community
Star International School Al Twar describes its community as diverse, with students from over 60 countries and a culture of care that emphasizes collaboration and mutual respect. It is part of the International Schools Partnership, which connects students with international opportunities and shared learning experiences. The school hosts a range of events to engage families, including Admissions Day and Open Day activities, as well as EYFS Stay & Play sessions for younger children. The Learning.First approach and a focus on wellbeing support a connected, family-oriented school community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
A formal PTA is not publicly listed on Star International School Al Twar's public pages; however, the school describes strong partnerships with parents as part of its culture of care. Parents engage in the school through events such as Admissions Day, Primary and Secondary Open Days, and principal-focused sessions like Meet Our Principal events. EYFS Stay & Play sessions provide regular opportunities for parental involvement with Early Years staff. The school communicates with families to support student wellbeing and learning, reinforced by its ISP affiliation which broadens access to international learning opportunities and networks for families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Star International School, Al Twar operates across two campuses in Al Twar, Dubai. The school provides an enhanced British curriculum and features advanced learning environments with interactive whiteboards, ICT and Apple Mac suites, plus STEAM and Design and Technology labs. The Primary Campus offers a music room, STEAM room, library, outdoor play areas and an inclusion room. The Secondary Campus includes science laboratories, an ICT lab, an Apple Mac suite, a STEAM lab, a Design and Technology lab, a Post 16 common area and a lunch hall. Sports facilities include a football pitch, three indoor sports halls and an Olympic-sized eight-lane swimming pool, with security and safety measures across both campuses.

Sports Facilities
Football pitch with professional-grade turf is available for competitive play. Three expansive indoor sports halls support basketball, volleyball and badminton. An Olympic-sized eight-lane swimming pool provides dedicated swimming training and practice.

Academic Facilities
Primary Campus features a library and a STEAM room to support hands-on learning. The Secondary Campus houses science laboratories (biology, chemistry and physics) and a dedicated STEAM lab with robotics and design tools. ICT facilities include an ICT lab and an Apple Mac suite for digital creation, graphics, video editing and coding. A Design and Technology lab supports engineering and product design with prototyping tools. A Post 16 common area provides a structured space for focused study and collaboration.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers over 60 co-curricular activities, including ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers and ISP Model United Nations, delivered through International School Partnership programmes. These activities include workshops with experts, a custom-designed curriculum and opportunities for exhibitions and international exchanges.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Star International School, Al Twar offers over 60 dynamic co-curricular activities. Examples include ISP Artists, ISP Changemakers, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers and ISP Model United Nations, along with the ISP Virtual Exchange. These programs provide workshops, design thinking, competitions and international exchanges that complement the curriculum and develop life competencies in digital, global and cognitive domains. The life competencies framework underpins these experiences to help students reflect, adapt and lead.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative opportunities include ISP Artists—with workshops, a custom-made art curriculum and virtual exhibitions—alongside Arts and Crafts, Dance, Creative Writing Club, Drawing Club, Debating and Performing Arts. ISP Filmmakers adds a real-world movie-making experience with digital editing tools and an awards ceremony. These activities support creative expression and collaborative project work across year groups.

Cultural & Language
ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural experiences across ISP regions, including homestays and month-long exchanges. English is the primary language of instruction, with Arabic integrated into the curriculum to support bilingual development and a strong English language focus. The school also provides English Language Support (EAL) and opportunities for cross-l curricular language development.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby activities include Board Games, Arts and Crafts, Creative Writing Club, Drawing Club, Dance and Debating, as well as Performing Arts. Sports offerings include Basketball, Football, Netball and Swimming, with additional clubs such as Gardening. These activities promote teamwork, creativity and social engagement across age groups.

Community & Service
Student leadership and service paths include Deputy Head Boy and Deputy Head Girl, Head Boy and Head Girl, and House Captains. The school promotes leadership through the Student Council, prefect roles and community projects. Wellbeing Ambassadors and Sustainability Ambassadors support student-led initiatives focused on wellbeing and environmental impact.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities are embedded through roles such as Head Boy/Girl, Deputy Head Boy/Girl, House Captains and Sports Leaders, alongside a student council and prefectships. The school offers Life and Career Pathways with personalised guidance for university and career choices.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and fitness activities include Basketball, Football, Netball and Swimming, with facilities and programs to support competitive and recreational participation. Wellbeing initiatives include Wellbeing Ambassadors and ongoing wellbeing and inclusivity messaging within the school community.
Languages

Language Provision
From Early Years through Post 16, English is the primary language of instruction. Arabic is integrated into the curriculum. The language programme includes English as a Language (EAL) support, Arabic for native and non-native learners, and French starting in Year 5 up to IGCSE; home languages are encouraged and supported.

Bilingual Teaching
The school supports multilingual learning with English as the primary language of instruction, Arabic integrated into the curriculum, and home languages encouraged and supported.
Reputation

Accreditations
BSME; AO BSO; Pearson Qualifications; AQA; Oxford AQA; Intaward; DASSA Sport.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enquire now. Complete the online enquiry form to begin the enrolment process. The admissions team will call you within one working day. This contact confirms your interest and outlines the next steps in the admissions journey.

2. Visit us. Book a personalised campus visit. The visit is led by the Admissions Team and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and provides the opportunity to experience life at Star International School, Al Twar and to ask questions.

3. Assessment. Our assessments are free of charge. EYFS and Key Stage One are assessed by the Phase Leader; Key Stage Two and Secondary require a CAT4 test followed by an admissions meeting with the Phase Leader. For overseas families, online assessments can be arranged to reserve seats, and the Head of Inclusion may be involved to assess additional needs if required.

4. Offering a place. Upon successful completion of the assessment, an offer letter is issued detailing the next steps. Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the recommendations of the Head of School and the Principal. The year group is determined based on KHDA guidelines and the school's academic assessment, and parents have five working days to accept.

5. Enrolment. An offer letter is accepted and a child is enrolled after paying the registration deposit of 1000 AED and the application fee of 500 AED. This amount is not refundable per KHDA rules and is adjustable against term one fees, unless the family leaves Dubai or UAE.

6. Registration. After enrolment, the registrar will follow up to complete the full registration form, collect all required documents and complete KHDA registration. All documents must be in English or have a certified translation.

Scholarships
ISP Scholarships are available at Star International School, Al Twar. The categories are Academic excellence (eligible Year 7 & 10), International learner (Year 10 & 12), and Tomorrow's leaders (Year 12). Applications require meeting eligibility criteria, submitting supporting materials (e.g., school reports, videos, and evidence of learning beyond the classroom), and an assessment by senior leadership. The process follows: Eligibility, Application, Assessment, Shortlist, Offer. Scholarships can provide up to 75% off tuition fees. Accreditations and further details are listed on the ISP Scholarships page.

Waitlist
Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis; no separate waitlist is described in the admissions materials.
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