United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Repton School Dubai has 2,374 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Repton School Dubai is located in Nad Al Sheba 3, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus occupies about 1.3 million square feet and hosts the Junior and Senior schools on-site. The Nad Al Sheba area is well connected by road to central Dubai, with car routes commonly taking 20–30 minutes depending on traffic; school days and pickup arrangements are designed around this location.
Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) through Year 13, serving ages 3 to 18.
Co-educational, with on-site boarding available for pupils from Year 7 (about age 11) and older.
The school represents pupils from more than 80 nationalities. A large international mix is documented; Emirati students are present, though exact local-to-international ratios are not publicly published.
SEN and EAL support are provided. An Inclusion Team coordinates assessment and provision for pupils with additional needs, with specialist staff available as required.
British international school; part of the Cognita group and a partner of Repton School in the United Kingdom.
No formal religious affiliation is stated.
Timings vary by year group. FS1 typically finishes at 1:30 p.m.; FS2 at 2:30 p.m.; Years 1–6 around 3:00 p.m.; Years 7–13 around 3:00 p.m. Friday finishes are around 12:00 p.m. After-school enrichment activities run until about 4:45 p.m.
A school bus service is available. Example arrangements include FS1 bus drop-offs at about 1:30 p.m. and FS2 around 3:00 p.m., with later pick-up options for older year groups as needed; after-school transport options and after-school activities continue into the late afternoon.
Annual tuition at Repton School Dubai ranges from AED 57,178 to AED 102,753 for 2026/27.
Repton School Dubai teaches British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Repton Dubai follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Year 11, with Arabic and Islamic Studies included for Muslim students. In Early Years (ages 3–5) and Key Stages 1–2 (ages 5–11), learning is ENC-aligned with specialist teaching in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Computing, Music and PE, and a 1:1 digital learning program introduced in Key Stage 2. In Senior School (ages 12–18), Years 7–9 emphasise creative and expressive arts, while Years 10–11 prepare for GCSE examinations, with most students taking nine GCSE subjects including six compulsory subjects (Maths, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and three options; Arabic is compulsory for native Arabic-speaking students. Post-16 pathways include A Levels, BTEC qualifications, or the IB Diploma Programme or IB Career Programme, with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) available and Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) support. KHDA has consistently rated Repton Dubai as Outstanding since 2014, and in 2021 KHDA approval accompanied the school's expansion to A Levels alongside IBDP and IBCP.
Not specified on the official curriculum pages.
KHDA has consistently rated Repton Dubai as Outstanding since 2014, reflecting strong academic outcomes across the curriculum.
Post-16 pathways are designed to lead to higher education globally, with the IB DP/CP, A Levels and BTEC routes supported by CEIAG; university destinations signage and guidance are highlighted in school materials.
Not specified on the official curriculum pages.
1. Tour and initial inquiry. Prospective families are invited to attend a school tour. After the tour, the next step is to complete the online Application Form and to submit the child's most recent report cards and passport copy. Review the School Fees and Boarding Fees. 2. Application submission. Submit the online Application Form and provide the child's most recent report cards and passport copy. Review the School Fees and Boarding Fees as part of the application planning. 3. Boarding and transport information. Repton offers full-time boarding as well as weekly and flexible boarding options. Transport is provided by STS Transport and can accommodate after school care and ECAs when services return. A Boarding Presentation and Important Links provide more information. 4. Onboarding and ongoing information. New students induction is provided to help families settle in. Timetables for Junior School (Year 1 - Year 6) and Senior School (Year 7 - Year 13) are available, along with information on ECAs, after-school care, uniforms, catering, and transport. Contact information for admissions and additional questions is listed on the onboarding pages.
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