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Jebel Ali School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 49,630 - 82,190
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1979
Bus Service No
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Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 12

Remraam Desert Rd, Al Hebiah Third, Mudon, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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The Essentials

Jebel Ali School has 1,979 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Damac Hills, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17111. It moved to this purpose-built Damac Hills campus in 2016 and remains part of the Damac Hills community. The campus address is Jebel Ali School, Damac Hills, Dubai, UAE, 17111.

Stages
Foundation Stage through Year 13 (including Sixth Form).

Type
Co-educational, day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school represents over 80 nationalities. The largest nationality group is British. There are 13 Emirati students, with a total roll of 1,979, meaning Emirati students constitute about 0.7% of the student body; the rest are international.

Additional learning support
The Inclusion Team provides SEN support with tailored provision. Support is delivered one-to-one or in small groups and covers Specific Learning Difficulties (SLD), English as an Additional Language (EAL), and exceptionally able learners.

Country affiliation
UK-based curriculum; follows the National Curriculums of England and Wales. The school is part of the Taaleem group in Dubai.

Religious affiliation
No explicit religious affiliation. Islamic Education and Arabic are taught as part of UAE curriculum requirements where applicable; the school promotes an inclusive, non-denominational ethos.

School day structure
The school day starts around 7:25–7:40 for most year groups. Finish times vary by phase: Foundation Stage 13:15–13:30, Primary around 14:30, Secondary around 15:25. On Fridays, days end earlier (roughly 11:10–11:30).

Bus service
Transportation is provided by STS (School Transport Services LLC). STS operates a large UAE fleet with GPS tracking, electronic attendance and safety features. Routes include Route 2 (Arabian Ranches 1 and Damac Hills 1) and Route 4 (Remraam and nearby areas).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Jebel Ali School ranges from AED 49,630 to AED 82,190 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of AED 525 (including VAT) is payable before the application is processed. Payment may be made by Credit Card Authorisation Form (CCAF) or by bank transfer.

Tuition fees (full detail per year and per term)

- FS1 – Year 6: Annual AED 49,630. Term 1 AED 19,852; Term 2 AED 14,889; Term 3 AED 14,889.

- Year 7 – Year 11: Annual AED 76,590. Term 1 AED 30,636; Term 2 AED 22,977; Term 3 AED 22,977.

- Year 12 – Year 13: Annual AED 82,190. Term 1 AED 32,876; Term 2 AED 24,657; Term 3 AED 24,657.

- An AED 2,000 re-registration fee is invoiced in Term 3 and is deductible from Term 1 of the following academic year (this charge is invoiced to returning families). A 10% sibling discount applies to the third (youngest) sibling and subsequent children in each family who are paying full fees (Taaleem group schools).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition fees are payable at the start of each term, or annually in advance. Fees are to be settled at the start of each term; the school issues tuition invoices/statements and payments should follow the invoice schedule.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. Jebel Ali School operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Re-registration fee: AED 2,000 (invoiced in Term 3 and deducted from Term 1 of the following year).

- Uniforms: Uniform items are purchased from the school's authorised supplier (Stitches, Al Quoz). A PTA second-hand uniform shop operates on campus. Uniform costs vary by item and are charged separately.

- School meals: Meals are managed by a third-party provider (Leela's Lunches). Meal plans are subscribed to and paid for through the provider's portal (monthly plans or top-ups for secondary students' cashless accounts). Meal charges are invoiced and collected separately.

- Transport: School transport is provided by STS (School Transport Services). Routes and transport arrangements are managed through STS and transport fees are charged separately to parents by the transport provider.

- Extra-curricular activities, trips, residentials and some after-school clubs are charged separately; charges and schedules vary by activity and by provider.

Refund information and withdrawal charges

- The application fee (AED 525) is non-refundable. Charges apply on withdrawal depending on the time of withdrawal within the term. The school follows withdrawal and refund guidelines which include that deposits may be refunded in certain relocation circumstances if processed before the new academic year begins; no refunds are issued for requests received after the new school year has commenced. A Leaving Certificate is charged where applicable (AED 120).

Fee payment options and practical instructions

- Online Payment Gateway (secure credit-card payments) is available via the payment link on tuition invoices/statements. The school encourages use of the online gateway for credit-card payments. Alternatively, payments may be made by bank transfer or by visiting the finance office for cash, cheque or credit-card payment. Cheques should be made payable to Jebel Ali School. If paying by bank transfer, quote the invoice number or student surname and forward remittance advice to the school accounts team. Contact emails for payment queries include accountant@jebelalischool.org and accounts@jebelalischool.org.

- Bank details for electronic transfers (used for fee payments): Emirates Islamic Bank; Account name: Jebel Ali School; Account number: 3707623323513; Swift code: MEBLAEAD; IBAN: AE970340003707623323513. Parents should include the invoice number or surname on transfers and send remittance advice to accounts@jebelalischool.org.

Discounts and prioritisation notes (fee-related)

- A 10% sibling discount is applied to the third (youngest) sibling and subsequent children in families paying full fees across Taaleem group schools. Applications and waitlist prioritisation give precedence to staff children, siblings, and UAE Nationals. Fees are payable at the start of each term or annually in advance.
Academics

Jebel Ali School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Jebel Ali School offers a bespoke British curriculum aligned to the National Curriculums of England and Wales for Foundation Stage 1 through Year 13. The English National Curriculum is at the core of the Secondary program, with GCSEs, A-levels and BTEC pathways on offer. The school uses a 6Cs learning model—communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, citizenship, and character—across all year groups to develop independent, lifelong learners. From Foundation Stage onward, technology is integrated to enrich learning and prepare students for a digital future. The academic programme is delivered by a professional team, including Arabic language specialists, and UAE culture and values are embedded within the British framework.

Exam Results
GCSE results for 2024-2025 show 40% of grades as A (9/8) and 55% as A-A (9-7), with a 96% overall pass rate. A-Level results for 2024-2025 report a cohort of 55 students and 162 exam entries.

Higher Education Progression
Sixth Form offers A-levels, BTECs, and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Guidance interviews help students select courses aligned with higher-education goals, and progress is monitored through assessments to support university applications. A Sixth Form Prospectus and a University Destinations document are available to inform decisions.

Gifted and Talented
Diversity and inclusion include provision for students who are exceptionally more able. The Inclusion Team supports such students through tailored programs and collaboration with parents and staff.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Start the admissions process by completing an online enquiry. The admissions team uses the enquiry to guide you to the next steps, including an invitation to a school tour and a formal application. 2. Attend a guided school tour led by the Leadership Team, Admissions Staff and student ambassadors. Tours are available for Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form, and Whole School experiences, and all tours occur on Tuesdays with specific start times: Foundation Tour at 09:00, Primary at 08:30, Secondary at 09:30, Sixth Form at 09:30, and Whole School at 08:30. 3. After the tour, submit a formal application. The Sixth Form offers a guidance interview to help select the right pathways, and other year groups may involve assessments or interviews as part of the admission process. 4. Waiting lists may apply across year groups. Waiting-list definitions include Open (accepting waiting-list applications), Waiting List Open (applications accepted into the waiting list when spaces are not available today), and Closed (waiting lists are closed). Waitlist priority is given to applicants who are children of staff or Board members, have a sibling at Jebel Ali School, or are UAE Nationals. 5. Admission offers and places may be made from the waiting list when spaces become available.

Waitlist
Waitlists exist across year groups with defined statuses. Open means the year group is accepting waiting-list applications, Waiting List Open means applications are on the waiting list as spaces may become available, and Closed means waiting lists are closed. Waitlist priority is given to applicants who are children of staff or Board members, have a sibling at Jebel Ali School, or are UAE Nationals. Applicants on the waiting list may be invited for assessment when spaces become available, and offers may be made from the waiting list as spaces arise.
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