Glendale International School

Glendale International is a British school in Oud Metha. It offers the National Curriculum of England and the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. The school enrols students from FS1 to Year 9. Glendale School, Dubai, strives to provide a well-rounded education through various techniques in a modern and stimulating environment, extending beyond conventional classrooms.

• Location: Oud Metha
• School fees: AED 42,000 - AED 57,600
• Curriculum: British
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-ed
• Years offered: FS1 - Year 9

Glendale International School, Dubai, is easily accessible from these family-friendly neighbourhoods:

• Al Jafiliya
• Za'abeel
• Al Karama

Za'abeel is the nearest neighbourhood, but all these areas are a few minutes away from the school and have a mix of villas, townhouses and apartments to offer. Those who want to live near the school can consider:

• Apartments for rent near Glendale International School

Glendale School has a campus spread over a huge area. It has bright and spacious classrooms with modern facilities. The faculty members of the school are highly qualified and experienced which provides practical exposure to students. The campus also has modern technology that allows students to learn conventional as well as modern skills.

Glendale International School is based in Umm Hurair. You can spot the campus next to American Hospital in Oud Metha.

Glendale International Dubai is affiliated with the Global Schools Foundation. The foundation serves around 31,000 students representing over 70 nationalities. It has operations across ten countries in Asia and the Middle East. Glendale School in Dubai brings together top-notch education and a caring atmosphere. The school is a good choice for parents who want the best teaching and care for their children. Glendale aims to offer an exceptional learning experience tailored to each child's individual needs.

The National Curriculum for England (NCFE) is followed at Glendale International School. Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework for Foundation Stage ensures that every child gets a great start in life and an equal chance to learn and grow. During their time at FS, students get the chance to:

• Develop strong self-esteem
• Become an active learner and critical thinker
• Get confidence

The Glendale International School's primary program places a strong emphasis on mastery, promoting active practice and real-time feedback for children. Through engaging in hands-on activities and real-world projects following the Glendale curriculum, students not only acquire essential skills but also cultivate a deep enthusiasm for exploration and a lifelong love for learning. At Key Stage 1, which includes Year 1 and Year 2, students are given opportunities to learn through play and fun activities. However, at Key Stage 2 (Year 3 to Year 6), the curriculum expands and adds the following core subjects:

Non-core subjects include:

In the secondary stage (Key Stage 3), the curriculum is designed to provide a rich and diverse learning experience. The core subjects include English, mathematics, science, humanities, history, geography moral education, Arabic and Islamic studies (for Muslim students). Languages taught at this stage include French, Mandarin/ Japanese. Non-core subjects include music, drama, design and technology, art and design, computing, business studies, computer science and physical education.

The academic year at Glendale International School starts in the last week of August and ends in the second week of July. There are three terms in an academic calendar, with important dates as follows:

• The first term starts in the last week of August and ends in the first week of December. This is followed by a winter break until the last week of December.
• The second term starts in the first week of January and ends in the fourth week of March. This is followed by a spring break that ends in the second week of April.
• The third term starts in the third week of April and ends in the second week of July.

For more information, please get in touch with the school.

Admission to Glendale International School is dependent on both the application and availability of grade level. Parents can follow these steps after completing and submitting the admission form. 

• Fill out the registration form
• Pay the application fee
• Appear for assessment
• Submit the required documents
• Pay the registration deposit
• Receive the parent-school contract
• Pay tuition fees

Glendale International School fee for the different grades is as follows:

• Every founding family registering their child for the first academic year will enjoy a 20% discount on tuition fees for the next five years.
• A non-refundable re-registration fee of AED 1,500 is required for continuing students, which is deductible from the tuition fee.

Students can participate in football, tennis, cricket, basketball and other sports.

Glendale International School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as arts and crafts, music, and photography, as well as celebrations of various events to enrich the learning experience of students.

Glendale School's academic year includes field trips to promote learning outside the classroom.

Parents can join the WhatsApp groups for the latest updates. They can also follow Glendale School's social media pages to know more about the events and announcements.

• Telephone number: 800-4536-3253
• WhatsApp: +971-56-766-3210
• Email: admissions.dubai@glendaleschool.org

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Glendale International School Website
• Glendale International School Facebook

HOW MANY YEARS ARE THERE IN THE SCHOOL?

Glendale School offers classes from FS1 to Year 9.

DOES THE SCHOOL FOLLOW A CO-EDUCATION MODEL?

Yes, Glendale International School Dubai has a co-education model.

WHAT IS THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR OF GLENDALE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL?

Glendale International School year starts in August and ends in July.

WHAT IS THE GLENDALE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL TUITION FEE?

The tuition fee ranges from AED 42,000 to AED 57,600.

HOW DOES GLENDALE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL COMMUNICATE WITH PARENTS?

Communication is ensured via WhatsApp groups and social media pages. 

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