At our British kindergarten in Dubai, youngest learners (ages 3–5) thrive in a nurturing, play-based environment where curiosity leads the way. With a child-led, inquiry-driven approach, they build confidence, creativity and resilience - laying the foundations to become happy, independent lifelong learners.
Our curriculum
At our Foundation Stage in Dubai, children actively explore and nurture their curiosity from the very start. Through a child-led, inquiry-based curriculum, they build the foundation for lifelong success, developing creativity, critical thinking and independence through play and personalised support.
Grow in confidence and empathy
At our international kindergarten school in Dubai, students share their thoughts and feelings openly, growing in self-awareness and empathy. Guided by caring teachers, they develop strong relationships, manage emotions and build resilience to thrive socially and emotionally.
Develop confident communication skills
Students engage in meaningful conversations with teachers and peers, enhancing listening, speaking and understanding. Storytelling and discussions expand vocabulary and comprehension, laying a strong foundation for literacy.
Move, play and express themselves
Students develop coordination and physical confidence through creative indoor and outdoor play. They learn the importance of physical activity for wellbeing while exploring their environment safely and joyfully.
Ignite a love of reading and writing
At our British kindergarten in Dubai, students begin to read simple sentences and develop phonics skills to decode words. They engage with stories, discuss ideas and start writing simple sentences, embarking on a lifelong journey of literacy.
Build problem-solving skills
Students strengthen counting from 1 to 20 and practice ordering numbers. Using real-world objects, they add and subtract, explore concepts like doubling and sharing and use everyday language to compare size, shape and quantity.
Students aged 5 to 11 thrive in our vibrant British primary school in Dubai, where small classes and personalised learning nurture curiosity, creativity and confidence.
Through an inquiry-led British curriculum enriched by specialist teaching and real-world projects, students develop the skills to flourish now and in the future.
Building confident communication skills
Students develop strong communication skills through a rich English curriculum focusing on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Using programmes like Read Write Inc., they build firm foundations in phonics and literacy, progressing to advanced comprehension and creative expression. This supports their confidence and ability to articulate ideas clearly across all subjects.
Exploring the natural world with curiosity
At our British primary school in Dubai, students explore the natural world through hands-on experiments and inquiry-led lessons. The Science curriculum nurtures curiosity, observation and analytical skills, encouraging students to understand scientific concepts and develop critical thinking essential for STEAM learning.
Fostering empathy and global awareness
Students grow in awareness of themselves and others through Moral Education and Social Studies lessons, which focus on ethical understanding, social responsibility and cultural appreciation. This supports their development as empathetic, respectful global citizens.
In our secondary school in Dubai, students follow a broad and balanced British curriculum that fosters aspiration, resilience and critical thinking. Following a personalised pathway through Year 7 to 11, they develop skills in academic subjects alongside holistic pastoral care. This approach nurtures confidence, integrity and respect, preparing them for future success in a globalised world..
At our British school in Al Safa, students follow a carefully structured Key Stage 3 curriculum, designed to build the knowledge, skills and understanding needed for future success. Each subject outlines clear concepts and expectations, helping students know what success looks like - and how to achieve it - as they prepare for GCSEs and life beyond school.
Maths
English
French
Spanish
Science
Arabic
Islamic Studies/Independent Studies
Humanities
Arts
Physical Education (PE)
STEAM
Computing
Social Studies
Students enter Key Stage 4 with a personalised IGCSEs and GCSEs pathway that reflects their strengths, interests and ambitions. Alongside core subjects - English, Maths, Science and Ministry subjects - they choose from a broad range of options, enabling both academic success and personal growth as they prepare for A Levels, university and beyond.
Core subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Arabic
Islamic Studies / Independent Studies
Social Studies
In addition to the core subjects, students have the opportunity to personalise their learning by selecting from a range of optional IGCSE and GCSE subjects, including:
Art and Design
Business
Computer Science
Drama
Economics
Design Technology
French
Geography
History
Media
Music
Physical Education (Academic)
Sociology
Spanish
Triple Science
At our Sixth Form , students progress through a personalised, rigorous Key Stage 5 curriculum, choosing A Levels, BTECs or a combination that suits their strengths and ambitions. They specialise in up to four subjects, preparing for top universities worldwide, while enjoying enriching programmes, expert university guidance, career support and a wide range of extracurricular activities to develop skills for lifelong success.
At The English College in Dubai, students graduate from Year 13 fully equipped with the qualifications, skills and confidence to pursue their ambitions. Thanks to our rigorous A Level and BTEC programmes, our students consistently achieve exceptional academic results and secure places at their first-choice universities and colleges worldwide.
98%
pass rate
A Level
49%
grades A*- A
A Level
85%
grades A*- C
A Level
Students personalise their Sixth Form journey by choosing up to four subjects from diverse option blocks, balancing academic challenge with their interests and ambitions. With focused teaching hours and a values-based enrichment programme, they develop skills for university and beyond. Our broad curriculum includes A Levels, BTECs, or a blend, ensuring every student is supported, inspired and prepared for future success.
A Level
BTEC
At our international school in Al Safa, students choose up to four subjects from four option blocks, tailoring their learning to academic goals and interests. With 300 minutes of teaching per subject weekly, they build a strong foundation. Alongside core subjects, students engage in enrichment programmes, fostering growth and future success.
Subjects include:
English Literature
Media
Maths
Further Maths
French
Drama
Physics
Economics
Business
Psychology
Biology
Spanish
Chemistry
Art
Computer Science
Sociology
PE
Music
Geography
History
Design and Technology
BTEC
Students shape their future with our BTEC curriculum, choosing up to three courses in Business or Travel and Tourism. Through applied projects and teacher-assessed assignments, they build practical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills—preparing for success at university and beyond.
Subjects include:
BTEC Travel
BTEC Business (Double)
BTEC Business (Single)
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