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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
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 11

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

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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.
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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.
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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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