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Harrow International School Dubai

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 80,000 - 128,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2026
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Harrow International School Dubai brings four centuries of British educational heritage to the UAE, offering the National Curriculum for England enriched by a distinct Super-Curriculum. Opening in August 2026, the campus initially welcomes pupils from FS1 to Year 8, with a phased expansion up to Year 13. Central to the school’s daily life is its traditional House system, creating a close-knit, family-like community that fosters mentorship across age groups and spirited competition in sports, music, and drama. The academic framework extends beyond standard subjects through an Electives Programme of university-style seminars and scholarly research projects. Pupils work toward the Harrow Diploma, a unique credits-based qualification recognizing personal growth and active engagement. Additionally, dining is a compulsory, communal experience in partnership with Leela’s Lunches, reflecting the school’s core value of Fellowship. The curriculum is firmly rooted in building character, equipping students for entry into top-tier universities.

36J2+JJ2 - Al Thanyah Second - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Harrow International School Dubai has instruction in English.

Location

Harrow International School Dubai is located on Al Asayel Street in the Al Thanyah Second district, just off Hessa Street. The campus is positioned near major residential communities, providing convenient transport links for families living in or relocating to Dubai.

Stages

The school is structured into Pre-Prep (FS1 to Year 2), Prep (Years 3 to 8), and Senior (Years 9 to 13) sections. For its initial opening, the school accepts pupils from FS1 up to Year 8, and will progressively add the older year groups in subsequent academic years.

Type

Harrow Dubai operates as a co-educational day school, welcoming both boys and girls. The Dubai campus does not offer boarding facilities.

Additional learning support

Pupils requiring Special Educational Needs (SEN) or English as an Additional Language (EAL) are supported at the school. If a child requires an Individual Learning Support Assistant (ILSA), the school actively assists parents in the appointment process to ensure the appropriate learning provisions are met.

Country affiliation

The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom, delivering the British curriculum and operating as part of the global Harrow family of schools under a sub-licence from Harrow School in the UK.

Religious affiliation

The school does not have a specific religious affiliation.

School day structure

The school day begins for all pupils at 7:45 AM with a morning registration known as "Bill." Academic lessons conclude between 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM depending on the year group, followed by afternoon tea, homework prep, and co-curricular activities that can run until 5:30 PM. On Fridays, the school observes a half-day schedule, closing between 11:15 AM and 11:30 AM.

Bus service

The school partners with an approved external transport provider to offer a daily bus service. This provider complies with all local regulatory and safety requirements. Specific details regarding available routes, pick-up schedules, and registration are shared directly with enrolled families.

Fees

Annual tuition at Harrow International School Dubai ranges from AED 80,000 to AED 128,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

A non-refundable application fee of AED 525 is required to process new pupils. To secure an offered seat, a registration fee of AED 4,000 is needed. This is credited against the first term's tuition.

Annual Tuition Fees

FS1: AED 80,000

FS2: AED 85,000

Years 1 to 4: AED 98,000

Years 5 and 6: AED 106,000

Years 7 to 9: AED 110,000

Years 10 and 11: AED 120,000

Years 12 and 13: AED 128,000

Other Costs

A daily dining programme is compulsory. Annual dining fees are AED 6,650 for FS1; AED 7,705 for FS2; AED 9,660 for Years 1 and 2; AED 11,825 for Years 3 and 4; and AED 13,440 for Years 5 and 6. Dining fees for Year 7 and above are to be confirmed. External examinations in secondary school may incur extra fees. The school is a day school and does not charge boarding fees.

Billing Schedule and Payment Options

Pupils may not start the academic year unless the first term's fee is paid in full. Accepted payment methods include cash, bank transfer, cheque, and credit card (MasterCard and Visa).

Refund Information

Refunds follow the KHDA Refund Policy and are calculated per term from the date of the official withdrawal request. Registration deposits are refundable if the school's quality rating drops, and book fees can be refunded if a student withdraws before the academic year begins.
Academics

Harrow International School Dubai teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

Harrow International School Dubai follows the English National Curriculum across all of its developmental stages. In the Pre-Prep and Prep phases (FS1 to Year 8), pupils are taught a broad range of core and foundation subjects. As students progress into the Senior school, those in Years 10 and 11 complete their GCSE and IGCSE qualifications. In the final years (Years 12 and 13), pupils focus their studies on A-Level qualifications to support their university entry requirements. Additionally, students can earn the credits-based Harrow Diploma, which recognises their wider academic engagement and participation in the school's extended Super-Curriculum.

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