The International School of Choueifat - Dubai Investments Park (ISC-DIP)
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$7K – US$14K
Curriculum: International
Age Range: 3–18
Students: -
Location: Dubai Investments Park, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
The International School of Choueifat Dubai Investments Park is a well-established American curriculum school within the global Sabis Network, serving 2,100 students from 65 nationalities with competitive fees and strong university placement records. While the school maintains a structured, discipline-focused approach that produces solid academic results including 100% university progression and average SAT scores of 1250, it operates with relatively limited visibility in Dubai's education discussions compared to premium international institutions.
Founded in 1975 as part of the Lebanese-origin Sabis Education Network, ISC-DIP operates from a 10-acre purpose-built campus in Dubai Investments Park under Principal Ralph Chbeir's leadership. The school follows the proprietary Sabis Educational System, an American-style curriculum aligned with US Common Core standards that emphasizes rapid skill mastery through daily assessments and ability-based streaming. With a KHDA Good rating achieved in 2024 (improved from Acceptable), the institution serves students from KG1 through Grade 12 with mandatory Arabic, Islamic Studies, and UAE social studies components meeting local requirements.
The school's fee structure positions it competitively in Dubai's mid-tier market, ranging from AED 28,000 for early years to AED 62,000 for senior grades, making it one of the more affordable American curriculum options. Recent 2024 graduates achieved impressive outcomes with 100% university progression and 78% acceptance to Top 200 QS-ranked institutions, including 12 placements at Ivy League-equivalent universities. The diverse student body represents 65 nationalities with strong representation from Indian (28%), Pakistani (15%), and Arab communities (20%), creating an authentically international environment within the structured Sabis framework.
What parents value
- –Strong university placement record with 100% graduation progression and 78% to Top 200 universities
- –Competitive fee structure making American curriculum accessible compared to premium Dubai schools
- –Proven Sabis system with structured approach producing consistent academic results
- –Diverse international community representing 65 nationalities
- –Recent campus improvements including solar panels and expanded STEM facilities
- –Average SAT scores of 1250 and 95% AP exam pass rates demonstrate solid academic preparation
Points of consideration
- –Limited visibility in Dubai parent discussions compared to established international schools
- –Highly structured Sabis system may not suit families preferring more flexible educational approaches
- –Recent improvement from Acceptable to Good KHDA rating suggests previous performance concerns
- –Proprietary curriculum system may create challenges for students transferring to non-Sabis schools
- –Dubai Investments Park location may be less convenient than more central Dubai school options
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-KG | 3 | 7,080 |
| KG1 | 3 | 7,161 |
| KG2 | 4 | 7,651 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | 8,142 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | 8,240 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | 8,338 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | 9,025 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | 9,221 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | 9,613 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | 10,399 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | 10,790 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | 11,379 |
| Grade 10 | 15 | 12,262 |
| Grade 11 | 16 | 13,341 |
| Grade 12 | 17 | 13,636 |
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 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
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Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
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Accreditations
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Memberships
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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
Mr. Patrick Affley - Director
Mr. Patrick Affley is a long-term UAE resident who served 11 years as Founding Principal of Dove Green Private School in Dubai.