Victory Heights Primary School, Dubai
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$11K – US$15K
Curriculum: International
Age Range: 3–11
Students: ~1,000
Location: Dubai Sports City, Dubai
Updated February 2026
In Brief
Victory Heights Primary School Sports City is an Outstanding-rated British curriculum primary school that opened in 2013, distinguished by its emphasis on oracy, community spirit, and founding Principal Sasha Crabb's continued leadership after 12 years. While the school has earned recognition as a top Dubai primary with strong BSO inspection results and a new sister campus opening in 2025, limited parent discussion visibility suggests it operates below the profile of Dubai's most established international institutions.
Founded in 2013 by Interstar Advisory Services in Dubai Sports City, VHPS follows a bespoke British curriculum adapted for international learners with particular emphasis on oracy skills developed in partnership with Dubai College. Under founding Principal Sasha Crabb's sustained leadership, the school serves 1,040 students from ages 3-11 across a split-site campus, with early years provision located separately from the main primary facility. The school achieved KHDA Outstanding ratings and recent BSO inspection praise for curriculum quality, with nearly all teachers holding UK qualifications and strong professional development programs.
Parent discussions reveal generally positive experiences with families appreciating the school's community atmosphere and academic approach, though VHPS generates relatively modest visibility in Dubai education forums compared to tier-one institutions. The school recently expanded with Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia opening in August 2025 under founding staff member Ben Rothwell's leadership, replicating the original's model in a new Dubailand location. While some online reviews mention concerns about administrative practices, the school's Outstanding ratings and leadership continuity suggest stable operations within Dubai's competitive British primary market.
What parents value
- –KHDA Outstanding rating with BSO inspection praise for curriculum quality and oracy emphasis
- –Founding Principal Sasha Crabb's 12-year leadership continuity and proven track record
- –Nearly 100% UK-qualified teaching staff with strong professional development
- –Successful expansion with new City of Arabia campus opening in 2025
- –Bespoke British curriculum adapted for international context with global citizenship focus
- –Recognition as Happiest School and Best Primary in UAE by education reviewers
Points of consideration
- –Split-site campus operation with separate early years and primary facilities
- –Limited visibility in parent education forums compared to Dubai's most established schools
- –Some negative online reviews mentioning administrative and student treatment concerns
- –Fee structure for Sports City campus not publicly available for comparison
- –Primary school only - families need separate secondary school arrangements
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation 1 | 3 | 10,929 |
| Foundation 2 | 4 | 11,922 |
| Year 1 | 5 | 12,916 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 12,916 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 13,910 |
| Year 4 | 8 | 13,910 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 14,903 |
| Year 6 | 10 | 14,903 |
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
Ben Rothwell - Founding Principal
Ben Rothwell is the Founding Principal of Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia, having joined the Victory Heights family in 2013 at the original Sports City campus where he progressed through roles including Head of ICT, Head of Innovation, Assistant Head, Deputy Head, and Headteacher until July 2025.