Regent International School Dubai (RIS)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$13K – US$19K
Curriculum: British
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~1,500
Location: Al Khail, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Regent International School Dubai is an established British curriculum school in Al Barsha with KHDA Very Good ratings and Outstanding early years provision. While parent discussions reveal appreciation for the school's intimate atmosphere and strong Foundation Stage program, it operates with moderate visibility in Dubai's competitive international education market.
Operating as part of the Fortes Education group alongside Sunmarke School, RIS follows the British National Curriculum from Foundation Stage through secondary levels. Under Principal Ben Rothwell's leadership, the school emphasizes play-based learning in early years with STEAM integration and maintains what parents describe as an intimate, family-like atmosphere. The school's KHDA ratings highlight particular strength in early years provision, with Outstanding features noted in Foundation Stage teaching and learning outcomes.
Parent discussions from expatriate forums reveal mixed but generally positive experiences with the school community. Families appreciate the smaller scale and personal attention compared to Dubai's larger British institutions, with some describing the warmth and intimacy that comes from a more manageable student body. However, the school generates considerably less discussion than established British curriculum schools like Dubai College or JESS, suggesting it serves a more localized community rather than competing for the broader international expatriate market that typically drives education conversations in Dubai.
What parents value
- –KHDA Very Good rating with Outstanding features in early years provision
- –Intimate school atmosphere with personal attention and family-like community feel
- –Strong Foundation Stage program with experienced EYFS leadership
- –Part of established Fortes Education group providing institutional support
- –British curriculum pathway with STEAM integration from early years
- –Located in Al Barsha with accessibility for families in central Dubai areas
Points of consideration
- –Limited visibility and discussion compared to tier-one British schools in Dubai
- –Restricted availability in Foundation Stage classes indicates capacity constraints
- –Moderate market presence suggests smaller scale operation
- –Less extensive parent feedback available compared to established competitors
- –Limited information available about secondary outcomes and university placements
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Stage 1 | 3 | 13,363 |
| Foundation Stage 2 | 4 | 13,363 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 15,590 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 15,590 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 15,590 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 15,590 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 15,590 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 15,590 |
| Year 7 | 11 | 17,719 |
| Year 8 | 12 | 17,722 |
| Year 9 | 13 | 17,914 |
| Year 10 | 14 | 18,181 |
| Year 11 | 15 | 18,447 |
| Year 12 | 16 | 18,982 |
| Year 13 | 17 | 18,987 |
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 | 136 |
Photos
Academic Results
Regent International School is rated "Very Good" by the KHDA (2023-24) and "Outstanding" by British Schools Overseas (BSO). 2025 A-Level results include a 100% student pass rate, with 29% A -A, 49% A -B, and 89% A -C grades (WhichSchoolAdvisor, Regent Academic Results). 2025 GCSE results include 53% at Grades 9-7 (A -A), 71% at Grades 9-6 (A -B), and 88% at Grades 9-4 (A -C) (Regent Academic Results).
Extra Curriculars
The school offers over 60 extracurricular activities (Regent Free ECAs). Sports : Fortes Pro Sports Academy providing professional coaching, swimming, football, and basketball. Arts : Performing arts (drama, dance, music) with dedicated studios and fine arts spaces.
The campus features 77+ purpose-built activity rooms and a state-of-the-art Assembly Hall. Pools : A semi-Olympic swimming pool and a dedicated learner’s pool. Sports : Two multi-purpose sports decks, a rooftop sports deck with 4 multi-courts, and outdoor astro-turf and paved playing fields.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- KHDA/DSIB: Very Good 2023-2024, Good 2024-2025
Accreditations
- BSO Outstanding 2023
Memberships
Membership details are not publicly listed.
Student Body
Regent has an enrolment of approximately 1,750 students (with 1,533 recorded in the 2023-24 KHDA report). The student body represents over 86 nationalities, with prominent groups from the UK, India, and South Korea. Class Size : Capped between 22 and 26 students depending on the year group (FS1: 22; Primary/FS2: 24; Secondary: 26), though the school retains the right to increase this to 30 (FAQs, WhichSchoolAdvisor).
Leadership
David Williams - Principal
Mr. David Williams has more than two decades of experience in British curriculum schools and has been part of the Regent community for over 11 years, previously serving as Vice Principal before his appointment as Principal.