SchoolDurham School Dubai
Overview
Established in August 2022, Durham School Dubai shares a rich educational history and legacy of over 600 years. It's the third international school directly operated by the Durham School in the UK. The other two schools are in Kenya and Qatar. Its Dubai branch enrols children from FS1 to Year 10 and follows the National Curriculum of England.
In a Nutshell
- Location: Green Community West, Dubai Investment Park
- School Fees: AED 44,730 to AED 64,000
- Curriculum: British
- Co-Ed or Segregate: Co-education
- Years Offered: FS1 to Year 10
Residential Communities near Durham School Dubai
Durham School Dubai is located in Green Community West, a well-planned residential sub-community in Dubai Investment Park. One can find residential villas, townhouses, and various lifestyle amenities here. The school is close to the following areas in Dubai:
Al Furjan, a community by Nakheel, is the closest residential community to the school. The community mainly comprises villas and townhouses. Moreover, the availability of essential residential amenities makes it an attractive residential option. Parents can also check out the residential spaces near Durham School Dubai:
Campus of Durham School Dubai
The campus of Durham School Dubai has a contemporary design and features various amenities. There are separate sections for the foundation, primary and secondary stages. Besides classrooms, students can use science labs for practical education. Other amenities of Durham School Dubai include an auditorium, an indoor swimming pool and a multi-purpose sports hall.
Location of Durham School
Durham School Dubai is near Dove Green Private School in Green West Community, Dubai Investment Park.
Why Durham School Dubai?
Durham School shares 600+ years of legacy of the main campus in Durham, UK. The school is one of the oldest co-education and boarding schools in the UK, a hallmark of quality education and care. Students of Durham School were admitted to top institutions around the globe. Durham School Dubai aims to follow the same pursuit and offers quality education to the residents of Dubai.
Another key feature of the Durham School Dubai is that it builds confidence in students. The teaching staff and management of Durham School ensure timely feedback so students can learn and grow. Furthermore, students are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities for holistic development.
School Details
Years at Durham School Dubai
Durham School Dubai currently has students in FS1 to Year 10.
| STAGE | YEARS |
|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | FS1 and FS2 |
| Primary Stage | Year 1 to Year 6 |
| Secondary Stage | Year 7 and Year 8 |
| Senior Secondary Stage | Year 9 and Year 10 |
Durham School Dubai Curriculum
Durham School Dubai is based on the same roots as its sister school in the UK. Thus, it follows the National Curriculum of England.
FOUNDATION STAGE CURRICULUM
The foundation stage is the beginning of the educational journey for students in British schools. In this stage, toddlers learn the fundamentals which help them succeed in the subsequent phases of education. To help them develop a love for learning, the school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. It's an early childhood curriculum adopted by British schools to help children learn by play and stimulation. EYFS is a two-phase educational programme after which students can enter the primary section.
PRIMARY STAGE CURRICULUM
Durham School Dubai follows the formal teaching pedagogies of the National Curriculum of England and Wales in the primary stage. The British educational structure has two key stages in primary education: Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2). KS1 (Years 1 and 2) is a transitional phase where children are gradually introduced to formal teaching approaches. In KS2 (Year 3 to Year 6), students become familiar with traditional teaching and learning approaches.
The curriculum structure in the primary section is split into core and foundational subjects. The core subjects taught in KS1 include English, mathematics, science, Arabic language and Islamic education (for Muslims). Moreover, the foundational subjects in KS1 are:
- Geography
- History
- Art
- Design Technology
Besides, students learn art, design technology, music, computing, French and Swimming (Physical Education) from specialist teachers. Teachers ensure all links are established across different subjects and concepts. Furthermore, special attention is given to providing first-hand experience to students whenever possible. This includes field trips to science museums and recreational spaces.
SECONDARY STAGE CURRICULUM
Durham School Dubai continues to follow the UK National Curriculum in the secondary stage. The secondary stage curriculum at Durham School Dubai has two key stages: Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4). The curriculum incorporates school ethos and values, following a house-based system to encourage friendly competition. Highly experienced tutors make up the teaching faculty of the secondary stage guides students to be independent learners. The subjects taught in Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 are:
- Islamic Education
- Arabic
- Emirati Social Studies
- English Literature and Language
- Science: Chemistry, Biology and Physics
- Mathematics
- History
- Computing
- Geography
- Music
- Art
- Physical Education and Swimming
- Modern Foreign Languages
- Personal, Social and Health Education
Academic Calendar of Durham School Dubai
The academic calendar of Durham School Dubai starts in late August and ends in early July and has three terms. The important dates of each term at Durham School DIP are as follows:
| ACTIVITY | DATE |
|---|---|
| Start of first term | 16th August |
| Half term | 16th October |
| End of first term | 8th December |
| Winter break | 9th December to 1 January |
| Start of second term | 2nd January |
| Half term | 12th February |
| End of second term | 22nd March |
| Spring break | 22nd March to 8th April |
| Start of third term | 15th April |
| End of the third term | 5th July |
Besides winter and spring break, there are holidays on some Islamic and national days and events. For more information, view the academic calendar of Durham School Dubai or contact the school.
Admission and Fee
How to Apply to Durham School Dubai?
Durham School Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds to join the school. Before applying, parents are encouraged to visit the campus and see the facilities. Afterwards, feel free to fill out the admission form provided by the school. Parents will be asked to pay a registration fee of AED 525, including tax.
The school will reach out to parents regarding assessment. The assessment allows the school to gauge students' skill sets. Successful students will receive an offer letter. Parents can then proceed with the admission request by confirming the offer letter and paying the required deposit before the deadline.
You will be given an enrollment pack with requirements, contracts and KHDA's requirement guidelines. Check out the age-grade policies by KHDA to find the most appropriate grade for your child.
| YEARS | MINIMUM ENTRY AGE | MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE | MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* |
|---|---|---|---|
|
YEARS FS1 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 3 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE – |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* – |
|
YEARS FS2 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 4 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE – |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* – |
|
YEARS Year 1 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 5 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE – |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* – |
|
YEARS Year 2 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 6 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE – |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* – |
|
YEARS Year 3 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 7 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 7 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 6 |
|
YEARS Year 4 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 8 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 8 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 7 |
|
YEARS Year 5 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 9 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 9 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 8 |
|
YEARS Year 6 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 10 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 10 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 9 |
|
YEARS Year 7 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 11 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 11 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 10 |
|
YEARS Year 8 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 12 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 12 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 11 |
|
YEARS Year 9 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 13 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 13 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 12 |
|
YEARS Year 10 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 14 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 14 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 13 |
|
YEARS Year 11 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 15 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 15 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 14 |
|
YEARS Year 12 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 16 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 16 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 15 |
|
YEARS Year 13 |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE 17 years |
MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE 17 years and 11 months |
MINIMUM ENTRY AGE FOR OVERSEAS TRANSFERS* 16 |
This is based on the age of the students on 31st August (for schools beginning in September). Source: KHDA
* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)
For more information, read the admission process of Durham School Dubai or visit the school.
Fee Structure of Durham School Dubai
Durham School Dubai's fee structure is as follows:
| YEAR | ANNUAL TUITION FEE (AED) |
|---|---|
| FS1 and FS2 | 44,730 |
| Years 1 and 2 | 47,880 |
| Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 | 53,550 |
| Years 7, 8 and 9 | 59,850 |
| Years 10 | 64,000 |
Here is the list of other charges of the school:
| OPTIONAL CHARGES | FEE (AED) |
|---|---|
| Transportation | 5,800 to 9,200 |
| Uniform | 500 to 2,000 |
For further details on Durham School Dubai fees, please contact the school administration.
Facilities
Transportation Facility at Durham School Dubai
The school offers transportation facilities to its students. According to the KHDA face sheet, Durham School charges AED 5,800 to AED 9,200 for transportation services. You can also drop off and pick up your child independently, as the school is well-connected with most residential communities across Dubai.
Sports Facility
The school has a multi-purpose sports hall and a large swimming pool for PE lessons and other sports activities.
Extra-curricular Activities at Durham School Dubai
Durham School Dubai extra-curricular activities ensures the holistic development of students. These activities are divided into sports, music, art, drama and swimming.
The school plans to form multiple sports teams competing in national tournaments against other schools. Similarly, the school has plans to conduct internal sports tournaments using the house-based system.
Besides sports, students who wish to learn music can join the extra-curricular music programme. It teaches piano, voice, drums, brass and other musical instruments. These activities will be conducted after regular school hours. Those interested in arts and crafts will enjoy the art and drama co-curricular programme suitable for all age groups.
After-school activities at Durham School Dubai
The school offers after-school care and support to students through its extra-curricular programme.
Contact
Modes of Communication between Teachers and Parents
Parents can contact the school using WhatsApp groups and social media pages to communicate with teachers. The school also arranges parent-teacher meetings at the end of every term.
Durham School Dubai Contact Information
- Email: info@durhamdubai.com
- Telephone: 800-387426 (800-DURHAM)
GENERAL INFORMATION
FAQs
DOES DURHAM SCHOOL DUBAI CONDUCT AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES?
Durham School Dubai conducts extra-curricular activities as an after-school programme after regular school hours.
HOW MANY GRADES/YEARS ARE AT DURHAM SCHOOL?
Durham School Dubai provides education from FS1 to Year 10.
DOES DURHAM SCHOOL FOLLOW A CO-EDUCATION MODEL?
Yes, Durham School follows a co-ed model.
WHAT IS THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR OF DURHAM SCHOOL DUBAI?
The Durham School Dubai academic year starts in late August and ends in early July.
WHAT’S THE TUITION FEE CHARGED AT DURHAM SCHOOL DUBAI?
The Durham School Dubai tuition fee ranges between AED 44,730 and AED 64,000.
HOW DOES DURHAM SCHOOL DUBAI COMMUNICATE WITH PARENTS?
Durham School Dubai communicates with parents via WhatsApp groups, parent-teacher meetings and social media.
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