Dubai Scholars Private School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$4K – US$9K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~2,400
Location: Al Qusais, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Dubai Scholars Private School is a well-established British curriculum school founded in 1976, part of the respected Scholars International Group celebrating 50 years in UAE education. With consistent 'Good' KHDA ratings and High Performance Learning framework integration, it serves as a solid mid-tier option in Dubai's competitive international school market.
Operating since 1976 as the flagship school of Scholars International Group, Dubai Scholars Private School follows the British National Curriculum enhanced with the High Performance Learning framework - a research-based approach developing thinking skills and resilience. The school has maintained consistent 'Good' ratings across multiple KHDA inspections, with particular strengths noted in students' personal development, mathematics progress, and Islamic Education. As part of SIG's network serving over 4,000 students across UAE campuses, the school benefits from five decades of educational experience and holds rare 'World Class School' status for its HPL implementation.
Parent discussions reveal Dubai Scholars as a decent option in the Al Nahda area, though it faces mixed feedback compared to Dubai's tier-one institutions. Some parents specifically advise against the school citing concerns about educational standards, while others mention it alongside respectable mid-tier options in the region. The school appears to serve primarily local families rather than the expatriate community that typically drives visibility for Dubai's most established international schools like JESS or Dubai College. Recent leadership includes Kyle Knott as Director of Academic Improvement, with CEO Aparna Verma overseeing SIG's continued expansion and development.
What parents value
- –Nearly 50 years of educational heritage as Dubai's pioneering school
- –Consistent 'Good' KHDA ratings with noted strengths in personal development
- –High Performance Learning framework integration for enhanced thinking skills
- –Part of respected Scholars International Group with 'World Class School' status
- –British National Curriculum pathway with experienced faculty
- –BSO accreditation providing international recognition
Points of consideration
- –Mixed parent feedback with some advising against enrollment
- –Limited visibility compared to Dubai's tier-one international schools
- –Serves primarily local rather than expatriate families
- –Fee structure and specific academic results not widely published
- –Less discussion in international education forums than established competitors
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 | 3 | 4,311 |
| FS2 | 4 | 4,466 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 5,124 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5,124 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5,124 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 5,124 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 5,197 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 5,197 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 5,197 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 5,507 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 5,507 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 5,507 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 5,507 |
| Year 12 | 16 | 8,116 |
| Year 13 | 17 | 8,868 |
Fees converted from AED. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application and Standard Assessment Fee | 136 |
| Onboarding and Diagnostic Assessment Fee | 204 |
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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
Sapna Changrani - Head of School
Sapna Changrani is the Head of School at Dubai Scholars Private School, where she has worked for over a decade, previously serving as Vice Principal and Head of Secondary since 2018 before assuming her current role in July 2024.