Primary School Fees for International Students in Dubai 2025–2026
Primary School Fees for International Students in Dubai
Primary school fees for international students in Dubai range from about AED 25,000 to AED 120,000+ per year, depending on school tier. International schools offer curricula such as British, IB PYP, American and Cambridge.
Fee ranges (primary, annual, indicative)
- Budget: AED 25,000–45,000 (GEMS Founders, Raffles, GEMS Cambridge)
- Mid-tier: AED 50,000–75,000 (GEMS Wellington, Jumeirah College, Repton)
- Premium: AED 75,000–120,000+ (Dubai College, JESS, Nord Anglia, Kings’ School)
What primary fees typically cover
- Core tuition
- Often: basic learning materials, some activities
- Usually extra: Registration, capital development, EAL, learning support, transport
How to choose
- Decide budget and curriculum (British, IB, American).
- Request full fee schedules including extras.
- Compare total cost over the primary years.
- Consider secondary fee progression if staying at the same school.
See our Dubai fees comparison and UAE guide.
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