5 Things To Look For In A School In Dubai
Looking for a school in Dubai? Here's 5 important things to consider
20 September 2017
Editor
When it comes to schooling in Dubai, no parent should settle for less, regardless the size of the budget; meaning they’ll seek out the best of every scholastic aspect – including curriculum, management, reputation, facilities, teachers and administrative staff, etc.
But what constitutes a “good school” anyway? Some parents put curricula on top of the features’ list, others argue that a warm environment is what matters the most.
And of course choosing a school back at home is so much easier – worst-case scenario, send them to your school – but when you’re an expat in Dubai, things can get a bit tricky. Especially when the city hosts around 173 private schools. So what are exactly the trappings of a “good school” in Dubai?
1. Curriculum
When choosing a good school, parents MUST take into account the curricula. And that’s not as simple as it sounds like; expat parents need to consider any future migrations, and then choose accordingly from the different curricula offered in Dubai – British, American, Canadian, Australian, Arabic, Indian, and the International Baccalaureate (IB).
2. Ratings, Quality, and Reputation
Know your ratings! Check the reports about a certain school before considering it; those can be found the Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). The reports provide detailed information about schools.
3. Fees
We know we said “regardless the budget,” but that doesn’t really apply to many Dubai residents. Private schools fees in the city range from AED 5,000 a year, to AED 100,000. But of course, you get what you pay for.
4. Every child’s needs
Some children are into music, sports, or art. Others are extremely talented, and some have special needs of their own. So check what extracurricular each school offers, and what would suit your child’s needs, then choose accordingly.
5. Admission
That indicates how to get in basically. Some schools might require your child to take an entrance test, or undergo an interview. Others might ask for previous school reports. So we advise to check those out before considering a school.
