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Arcadia School has 1,077 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
Arcadia School is located in Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The school sits in a residential area with good road access and is part of Dubai's private British-curriculum sector. Contact details include a Dubai post office box (P.O. Box 283800) and phone numbers +971 4 552 2600 and +971 4 552 2700.
Stages
Based on KHDA information, the school offers education from Foundation Stage (FS1) to Year 11. Primary covers FS1–Year 6 and Secondary covers Year 7–Year 11. The site also references Key Stage 5 (Sixth Form) in its navigation, but the current inspection data lists up to Year 11.
Type
Co-educational private day school; there is no boarding facility listed.
Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has 1,077 students. The largest nationality group is British. Emirati students number 4; the remaining 1,073 are international. The school represents 93 nationalities.
Additional learning support
Arcadia provides inclusive education with an Inclusion and Exceptional Learners program and ASDAN. There are 117 students of determination and 4 Emirati students among 1,077 pupils, with two guidance counsellors. Wellbeing measures include Zones of Regulation and a digital wellbeing platform.
Country affiliation
The school operates in the United Arab Emirates and follows the UK National Curriculum. It is UAE-based with no formal country affiliation beyond offering British education in Dubai.
Religious affiliation
Not specified.
School day structure
The school runs an extended day with an all-inclusive programme delivered during the extended school day; an After School Care Club is available for additional care after the core day.
Bus service
The school offers a modern bus transport service with multiple zones (Zone 1–Zone 5). One-way and return options are available, with prices per zone listed (AED 5,850–AED 10,500 per term). Buses are CCTV-equipped with three-point seat belts and trained bus assistants; a Bus ID Card is issued after registration and the bus can be tracked via a transport app. Pick-up points can be communal and may be located within 100 metres of the residence.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Annual tuition at Arcadia School ranges from AED 20,765 to AED 81,732 for 2026/27.
Application and enrolment fees
- Application fee (new students): AED 525, non-refundable and non-transferable. - New-student admission deposits (deductible from the first term's fees): AED 7,500 (New Year), AED 5,000 (Primary), AED 6,000 (Secondary). - Existing students: non-refundable re-registration deposit AED 3,000 (deducted from the tuition for the forthcoming academic year). - Enrolment fees (where applicable): up to 10% of the tuition fee; non-refundable and deductible from the first term's fees.
Tuition fees by year group (approved annual amount, discounted annual amount, and per-term amount)
Note: fees below show the KHDA-approved annual tuition and the discounted annual tuition for A.Y. 2025–2026; per-term figures are the discounted annual tuition divided into three equal termly instalments (rounded to the nearest AED).
- FS1 — KHDA approved annual: AED 67,687. Discounted annual: AED 50,765. Per term: AED 16,922. - FS2 — KHDA approved annual: AED 67,687. Discounted annual: AED 57,534. Per term: AED 19,178. - Year 1 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 66,163. Per term: AED 22,054. - Year 2 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 68,109. Per term: AED 22,703. - Year 3 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 71,612. Per term: AED 23,871. - Year 4 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 71,612. Per term: AED 23,871. - Year 5 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 71,612. Per term: AED 23,871. - Year 6 — KHDA approved annual: AED 77,839. Discounted annual: AED 71,612. Per term: AED 23,871. - Year 7 — KHDA approved annual: AED 82,893. Discounted annual: AED 78,749. Per term: AED 26,250. - Year 8 — KHDA approved annual: AED 88,419. Discounted annual: AED 79,577. Per term: AED 26,526. - Year 9 — KHDA approved annual: AED 88,419. Discounted annual: AED 79,577. Per term: AED 26,526. - Year 10 — KHDA approved annual: AED 93,945. Discounted annual: AED 81,732. Per term: AED 27,244. - Year 11 — KHDA approved annual: AED 93,945. Discounted annual: AED 81,732. Per term: AED 27,244. - Year 12 — KHDA approved annual: AED 96,209. Discounted annual: AED 64,481. Per term: AED 21,494. - Year 13 — KHDA approved annual: AED 96,209. Discounted annual: AED 64,481. Per term: AED 21,494.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing: fees are required to be paid in three termly instalments (three terms per academic year). - Alternative monthly plan: the school offers an option to pay in ten equal monthly instalments (September to June). For the monthly option, parents must set up an automatic monthly debit with a bank card or submit ten post-dated cheques. Monthly payments remain subject to KHDA regulatory refund approvals. - Admission deposits and registration payments are adjusted against the first term's fees; certain deposits/registration payments are non-refundable as stated above.
Boarding fees
- Boarding: not applicable. Arcadia operates as a day school and does not publish boarding or residential fees.
Other costs and optional fees
- Uniform: indicative range AED 1,000 to AED 2,000 (required school/PE uniform is excluded from the annual tuition total). - iPad and Apple Pencil: a personal iPad and Apple Pencil are mandatory from Year 3 upwards; families may purchase from Arcadia or an official Apple supplier. iPad cost is excluded from the tuition. - Transport (school bus): typical range AED 5,000 to AED 10,500 (optional service). - Educational trips (local and overseas): typical ranges from AED 1,500 up to AED 10,000 for local trips and higher for international trips; individual trip charges are variable and optional. - Learning support (where applicable): ranges shown AED 1,500 to AED 75,000 depending on level of support. - School meals, branded items, external examination registration fees, and some field trips are excluded from the published tuition and charged separately. - Fee inclusions: textbooks (equivalent value AED 1,500) and one complimentary teacher-led ASA for Years 3 and above are included in the annual fee.
Refund information
- Refunds and cancellations are handled according to the school's refund policy in line with KHDA guidelines. Certain fees and deposits are non-refundable (application fee, specified enrolment/registration payments, and re-registration deposits where stated). Admission deposits are adjusted against the first term fee as noted above.
Fee payment options and practical details
- Accepted payment arrangements: three termly instalments or the ten-month instalment plan (automatic monthly debit with a bank card or ten post-dated cheques for the monthly plan). The school operates an online parent payment portal for fee payments. - Sibling discounts and bursaries: the school applies a 5% discount for the first sibling and 10% for second and subsequent siblings; Arcadia also publishes specific discounted bursary guarantees for children enrolling in the current academic year (discount percentages vary by entry year group and are shown in the school fee schedule).
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Academics
Arcadia School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Arcadia School in Dubai delivers the English National Curriculum across all key stages: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1 and 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE/IGCSE), and Key Stage 5 (Sixth Form) with AS/A-Levels, and with BTEC options available as alternative pathways. In Primary, core subjects are English, Mathematics and Science, with Foundation subjects including Art & Design, Music, Design and Technology, Computing, Geography, History, and Modern Foreign Languages; Arabic A/B and Islamic Studies A/B are provided from Year 1 and Year 2 in line with KHDA regulations. In Secondary, KS3 (Years 7–9) and KS4 (Years 10–11) follow the English National Curriculum, leading to GCSE/IGCSE, while the Sixth Form offers AS/A-Levels and, where applicable, BTEC routes. The curriculum is complemented by a Junior MBA option integrated in the Primary curriculum to develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills. The School also provides enrichment opportunities and a Sixth Form prospectus detailing university pathways.
Gifted and Talented
Junior MBA and enrichment programmes integrated into the curriculum support talented and motivated learners.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
Step 1. The parent completes the online enquiry form. The enquiry initiates the admissions process and collects initial information about the child and family. The school uses the information to determine appropriate next steps. Step 2. The parent provides all supporting documents through a parent portal link which will be shared with the parent. The portal enables submission of required documents for the eligibility review. The admissions team reviews the documents to determine whether the admissions criteria are met and to invite the child for assessment. Step 3. If the admissions criteria are met, the admissions team invites the child for assessment and provides scheduling details. The invitation includes timing and arrangement for the assessment. Step 4. The child undertakes an assessment and the parent pays a non-refundable, non-transferable assessment fee of AED 525 (Inclusive of VAT). The fee covers the assessment process and is non-refundable and non-transferable. The VAT is included in the amount. Step 5. If the assessment is successful and a place is available, a place is offered. The offer confirms the child's place in the relevant year group.
Scholarships
Discounted Bursaries are available. If a child enrols within the current academic year for FS1, 25% of the school fees will be subsidised for the first year, reducing to a 15% discount in FS2 and locked in for life thereafter. If a child enrols within the current academic year for FS2–Year 1, 15% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Year 2, 12.5% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Years 3–6, 8% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Year 7, 5% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Years 8–9, 10% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Years 10–11, 13% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. If a child enrols within the current academic year for Years 12–13, 32.98% of the school fees will be subsidised for life. Sibling Discount: the first sibling receives a 5% discount. These discounts apply to KHDA-approved fees as published in the school's Fees schedule.
School Events
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FAQs
Where is Arcadia School located in the United Arab Emirates?
Arcadia School is in Dubai, near Jumeirah Village Triangle. The postal address is P.O. Box 283800, Dubai, and you can reach the campus at +971 4 552 2600.
What ages and year levels does Arcadia School serve?
Arcadia educates students from Foundation Stage age 3 through to Year 13 in the Secondary, covering primary and secondary education.
What curriculum does Arcadia School follow?
The school offers the English National Curriculum, including the Early Years Foundation Stage for younger children, with a co‑educational, British style of schooling.
What are the tuition fees for 2026–2027 by year group?
Fees vary by year: FS1 AED 50,765 per year (AED 16,922 per term), FS2 AED 57,534 (AED 19,178 per term), Year 1 AED 66,163 (AED 22,054 per term), Year 2 AED 70,055 (AED 23,352 per term), Years 3–4 AED 73,947 (AED 24,649 per term), Year 5–6 AED 77,839 (AED 25,946 per term), Years 7–9 AED 82,893–83,998 (AED 27,631–27,999 per term), Years 10–13 AED 84,548–84,551 (AED 28,183–28,184 per term). These figures are KHDA-approved and subject to Education Cost Index increases.
What additional costs should I budget for beyond tuition?
Beyond tuition, expect costs for uniform and PE kit, school bus transport, trips and excursions, exam registrations, and personal devices (iPad and Apple Pencil for Years 3+). Lunches are also not included in tuition. The school provides some inclusions, such as textbooks and a complimentary after‑school activity for eligible students.
What is the admissions process for Arcadia School?
The process begins with an online enquiry and submission of supporting documents. After eligibility is assessed, the child is invited to undertake an assessment (AED 525). If successful and a place is available, a formal offer is made and next steps are provided.
Does Arcadia offer a monthly payment option for fees?
Yes. In addition to three-term payments, there is a ten‑month monthly plan (September–June) with automatic debit or 10 post‑dated cheques. KHDA rules govern refunds for monthly plans, and deposits are deductible from first-term fees.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arcadia School?
The school maintains a 1:12 teacher–student ratio, supporting relatively small classes and individual attention.
How does Arcadia perform at the Foundation Stage in terms of pupil attainment?
At the End of Foundation Stage, Arcadia achieved 87% Good Level of Development (GLD), compared with the UK average of 67%, indicating strong early-years outcomes.
What opportunities exist for higher education preparation and talent development?
Arcadia offers University Selection, internships, and resume-building support. There are pathways for exceptional learners through the Gifted and Talented programme, and staff have experience from global and Ivy League universities.
What kind of academic and sports facilities does Arcadia provide?
Arcadia is an Apple Distinguished School with a technology‑rich environment, including three iMac suites, class sets of laptops and tablets, robotics kits, and multimedia tools. The PE department runs a Sports Academy with external coaches, swim and netball squads, and fixtures/tracking of results.
What spaces and programmes support enrichment and the arts?
The Enrichment Learning Programme (ELP) runs within the school day and includes computing, coding, robotics, animation, music, and photography. Performing arts are supported by LAMDA auditions and an Acting Academy, plus a range of non‑sports enrichment options each term.
What enrichment and leadership activities exist beyond academics?
Beyond classwork, Arcadia offers Junior MBA, Junior Analyst, and MBA Essentials for life and business skills, plus Duke of Edinburgh Awards (Bronze to Gold). Model United Nations and various clubs (e.g., chess, arts, languages) promote leadership and global awareness.
How does Arcadia support wellbeing and safeguarding?
Arcadia has a Wellbeing team led by a Head of Wellbeing, with counsellors for different year groups, a Play Therapist, and safeguarding policies to protect students and support emotional health.
How is language support organized for non‑native English speakers?
English is the language of instruction. EAL support is provided through an EAL Leader, with Individual Language Plans and services such as in‑class push‑ins, out‑of‑class interventions, and one‑to‑one sessions; WIDA assessments tailor progression.
What SEN and inclusion provisions does Arcadia offer?
Arcadia provides a personalised learning journey for SEND students via the Head of Inclusion and an Inclusion Support Teacher, with inclusive admissions and differentiated learning to meet diverse needs.
What is the school uniform like, and how is it procured?
There is a uniform policy with house shirts and standard items (skirts/trousers, polo shirts). Uniforms are stocked through Trutex, with PE kits ordered via Kukri Sports.
Is Arcadia a boarding school?
No. Arcadia operates as a day school and does not publish boarding or residential fees.
How does Arcadia organize its house system?
Arcadia uses a traditional British house system with four houses: Hood, Potter, Poppins and Baggins. Students stay in their house for life, house points are awarded for work, behaviour and effort, and there is an inter‑house Arcadia House Cup.
What is the language of instruction and are bilingual programs offered?
The language of instruction is English. There is no listed bilingual or immersion program; EAL support is provided for non‑native speakers.
