Hartland International School
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$13K – US$25K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~2,200
Location: Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Hartland International School Dubai is a premium British curriculum school in Sobha Hartland that has earned exceptional parent loyalty, winning 'Most Loved School in the UAE' twice with a 90% Net Promoter Score. Under strong leadership, the school emphasizes personalized learning and character development through an extended day model, though it lacks the examination results visibility and formal accreditations of established Dubai institutions.
Founded in 2015 as Sobha's flagship educational venture in the evolving Hartland community, the school operates from a purpose-built campus in MBR City with convenient access to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay. Under key leader Fiona Cottam's guidance, Hartland has overcome typical new school challenges to establish itself as a community hub. The school follows the British curriculum with a distinctive 'Day-Boarding' model extending until 4:00pm Sunday through Wednesday for integrated co-curricular activities, emphasizing personalized learning and wellbeing alongside academic achievement.
Parent satisfaction sets Hartland apart in Dubai's competitive market, with the school achieving a remarkable 93% parent recommendation rate for 2023-2024. The institution serves a diverse international community drawn from Sobha Hartland and surrounding areas, fostering strong family connections through its community-focused approach. Recent ownership changes saw the school's real estate acquired by Elevate, backed by Rava Partners, while educational operations continue under Meraki Education's management alongside nearby North London Collegiate School Dubai.
What parents value
- –Exceptional parent satisfaction with 90% Net Promoter Score and 93% recommendation rate
- –Won 'Most Loved School in the UAE' awards in 2021 and 2023
- –Strong community integration within the growing Sobha Hartland development
- –Extended day model with integrated co-curricular activities until 4:00pm
- –Personalized learning approach with emphasis on character development and wellbeing
- –Convenient location with 10-15 minute access to Downtown Dubai and Business Bay
- –Experienced leadership credited with successful school transformation
Points of consideration
- –Limited visibility of examination results or university placement outcomes compared to established schools
- –Relatively new institution founded in 2015 without long-term track record
- –No specific accreditation information or KHDA ratings mentioned in available sources
- –Fee structure not publicly available, positioned as premium option
- –Smaller research footprint in parent forums compared to tier-one Dubai schools
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| FS1 | 3 | 13,283 |
| FS2 | 4 | 14,903 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 16,134 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 16,134 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 17,494 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 17,494 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 18,142 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 18,142 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 22,678 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 22,678 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 22,678 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 23,974 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 23,974 |
| Year 12 | 16 | 25,270 |
| Year 13 | 17 | 25,270 |
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
Hartland International School achieved strong academic results in 2024. For A-levels, 38% of results were A -A, 55% were A -B, and 100% were A -E (Sixth Form). In GCSEs, 50% achieved Grades 9-7 (A -A), 72% achieved Grades 9-6, and 97% achieved Grades 9-4 (Key Stage 4).
Extra Curriculars
The school offers a broad range of activities including competitive sports (DASSA and BSME leagues), performing arts (choirs, ensemble, pop band, and drama productions like 'The Wizard of Oz'), and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (Sports, Performing Arts, Sixth Form). Special programs include LAMDA for drama and partnerships with the Centre for Musical Arts (Performing Arts).
Facilities include a 650-seat theatre, a 25m temperature-controlled swimming pool, a training pool for Foundation Stage, a professional recording studio, design technology suites with 3D labs, and dedicated primary and secondary libraries (School Facilities). 2025 expansions include a full-size rooftop football pitch, indoor and shaded sports halls, and padel ball zones (School Facilities).
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- KHDA/DSIB: Very Good 2023-2024
Accreditations
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- COBIS COBIS, Duke of Edinburgh, HPL
- Not publicly listed.
Student Body
The school has over 2,000 pupils (2,009 as of 2025) aged 3 to 18 years, representing over 109 nationalities (Admissions FAQ, BSO Report). Class sizes are capped at 20 in FS1, 22 in FS2, and 26 for Year 1 and above, with an overall student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1 (Admissions FAQ).
Leadership
Mrs Fiona Cottam - Principal
Fiona Cottam FCCT is the Principal of Hartland International School (since June 2016) and Chief Academic Officer at Sobha Group, with senior education leadership including roles at GEMS Education as Senior Vice President and Principal/CEO of Jumeirah College, where she achieved outstanding inspection ratings.