Dubai Heights Academy (DHA)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$8K – US$18K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3–17
Students: ~350
Location: Al Barsha, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Dubai Heights Academy is a British curriculum school serving FS1 through secondary levels, rated Very Good with Outstanding Features by KHDA in 2024. While parent reviews highlight modern facilities and caring teachers, concerns about age-inappropriate FS1 assessments and the school's relatively new status suggest families should carefully evaluate their specific needs.
Located in Al Barsha, Dubai Heights Academy follows the British National Curriculum from Foundation Stage through secondary years. The school received a Very Good rating with Outstanding Features from KHDA in February 2024, reflecting solid academic standards and teaching quality. Recent parent survey results indicate high satisfaction levels, with families particularly praising the school's modern facilities and attention to detail in campus design.
However, some parents have raised concerns about the school's assessment practices for very young children. One family reported being asked to have their less-than-3-year-old complete age-inappropriate tasks including writing alphabets, numbers, drawing self-portraits, and recording videos of reading during FS1 assessment. This rigid assessment approach for such young learners has deterred some families who prefer more developmentally appropriate early years practices. The school's competitive fee structure works in its favor compared to premium Dubai institutions, though specific pricing details vary by year group.
What parents value
- –KHDA rating of Very Good with Outstanding Features (2024)
- –Modern facilities with attention to design detail
- –Competitive fee structure compared to premium Dubai schools
- –High parent satisfaction in recent surveys
- –British National Curriculum pathway from FS1 through secondary
- –Strong academic progression through established curriculum
Points of consideration
- –Age-inappropriate assessment practices for very young children (FS1)
- –Relatively new school with limited long-term track record
- –Standard template assessments across FS1/FS2/Grade 1 regardless of child's age
- –Limited public information about specific academic outcomes
- –Teacher recruitment challenges noted in education forums
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 | 3 | 8,169 |
| FS2 | 4 | 10,211 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 11,709 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 11,709 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 13,070 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 13,070 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 13,887 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 13,887 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 14,568 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 14,568 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 15,929 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 17,291 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 17,291 |
| Year 12 | 16 | 17,699 |
Fees converted from AED. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 143 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Dubai's international schools serve a highly diverse student body drawn from over 180 nationalities. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Alison Lamb - Principal
Alison Lamb is an established school leader with more than 22 years of successful headship both in the UK and internationally. Her experience of teaching and leadership spans 30 years across early years, primary, and secondary departments in mainstream and special education schools.