Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira

Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah (IPS Jumeirah) is a well-established American curriculum school located in the Al Safa area of Jumeirah, Dubai. Catering to students from Pre-KG to Grade 12, the school provides a balanced education that promotes both academic excellence and personal growth.

Founded in 1998, IPS Jumeirah is one of two branches in Dubai, with its sister campus, Al Ittihad Private School Al Mamzar, being the first to open in 1978. The school is part of a wider network with additional branches in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

Currently, IPS Jumeirah educates over 2,00 students, the majority of whom are Emirati nationals. The school employs around 151qualified teachers, maintaining a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 to ensure individual attention and a nurturing learning environment for every student.

The campus offers well-maintained facilities that support both academic and extracurricular development. Students benefit from a wide range of activities designed to build confidence, creativity, and leadership skills, helping them grow into well-rounded individuals prepared for higher education and beyond.

• Location: Al Safa, Jumeirah
• School fee: AED 23,184 - AED 47,633 
• Curriculum: American
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-education till grade 4
• KHDA rating: Good
• Years offered: Pre-KG to Grade 12

Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah is located in the popular residential community of Al Safa. The school is situated in a way that many residential communities in Dubai surround it. These communities are:

• Jumeirah 3
• Al Wasl
• Al Quoz 1
• Jumeirah 1

Jumeirah 3, the largest sub-community of Jumeirah, is nearest IPS to Jumeirah. This residential community is located along the shores of Dubai providing a serene view of the beach. It is known for a mixture of old and new villas providing a unique yet luxurious living environment to its residents.

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Al Ittihad Private School's Jumeira campus spans approximately 1,000,000 sq. ft. of land. The school comprises five purpose-built buildings, each equipped with various amenities. These five buildings are for kindergarten, elementary, High school boys, high school girls and administrative blocks. Some noteworthy facilities of Al Ittihad Private School are:

Al Ittihad Private School is located close to Jumeirah English Speaking School, at the junction of 7th and 8 B street in Al Safa 1. Those interested in visiting the school can access it through Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road.

Al Ittihad private school Jumeira is a family-oriented community school providing standard education from 1998. It is one of the many branches of Al Ittihad schools running across the UAE supporting the educational needs of locals and expatriates. Facilities available here are comparable to those available in the top schools in Dubai. It fully utilises the spacious areas on campus to offer a wide range of academic and non-academic facilities.

It follows the California Common Core State Standard and the requirements of the Ministry of Education (UAE). These standards are commonly followed by overseas American schools that offer quality education to their students. These standards fully support the educational needs from the kindergarten to high school stage. The curriculum, coupled with the school facilities, ensures that students are ready for top colleges and universities in the world.

Besides the international curricular standards, the school promotes a deeper understanding of Islam and local culture. Extra-curricular activities at the school also encourage students to participate in events that reflect the true values of these cultures. The success of the school is evident as it has achieved its purpose without compromising on education based on international context.

Another strong point of IPS Jumeirah is the availability of qualified teachers. The teaching staff includes 175 full-time teachers that have relevant professional qualifications and experience. These teachers have previously taught in numerous top schools in the world and share their experiences with other teachers. The strong teaching force helps refine the school’s syllabus to meet the modern educational requirements. The benefits of experienced teaching staff are also acknowledged by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in previous inspection reports.

Al Ittihad Private School (IPS) Jumeirah is a K-12 school that caters to the educational needs of children aged 3 to 18 years old. The school’s educational hierarchy is based on the following sections:

The school follows the US National Curriculum based on the California Common Core Standard (CCCS). It has enriched the curriculum to integrate the local culture and Islamic values within the curriculum. For this purpose, it follows the Ministry of Education (MOE) guidelines. The curriculum is specifically tailored to offer education in an international context without compromising on Islamic values and Arabic heritage.

Teachers use the best possible teaching approaches to promote continuous learning and professional development. Additionally, the caring and nurturing environment help students thrive and prosper. The culture based on the local and Islamic values results in fostering mutual respect and high self-esteem. Students completing their education from IPS Jumeirah become proactive learners.

In the kindergarten phase, the school targets the understanding of fundamental concepts. It follows the learning approaches ideal for young learners in the kindergarten phase. In the elementary stage, these concepts come in handy and help in developing a deeper understanding of core and complementary subjects. In the middle phase, the level of complexity increases. Additionally, students are prepared to be ready for the high school stage.

Students of IPS Jumeirah are introduced to a four-year high school programme that includes the following core subjects:

Non-mandatory subjects in the high school course are:

High School students are expected to clear the SAT 1 and IELTS test to receive the High School Diploma. They need to clear SAT 1 for maths with 511 marks, critical reading with 495 marks and writing with at least 484 marks. Students also need to complete at least 22 credits out of the 28 offered credits.

The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is a governmental body established in 2006. It is a regulatory body developed to improve and maintain the quality of education offered in Dubai. It inspects the performances of schools, colleges and universities in Dubai and offers a detailed report on their performances. It inspects the performances of schools based on a specifically designed scale. It is a six-point scale that varies from outstanding to very weak.

The current KHDA rating for Al Ittihad Private School is Good. Here is a 10-year summary of KHDA ratings for IPS Jumeirah:

The academic year at Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira Starts in late August and ends in July. There are two semesters in its academic year with the following important dates:

Besides, several other schools, national and religious events happen throughout the year. These events are subjected to moon sightings and other factors. View the Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira calendar to see the tentative dates of these events.

To apply, submit the online application form and pay the application fee of AED 500 (exclusive of VAT). Please note that the application fee is non-refundable, non-transferable and non-adjustable. The following documents are also required to complete the application process:

• A copy of the candidate’s birth certificate
• A copy of the candidate’s and parent’s Emirates ID card
• Three recent passport-size photographs
• A copy of the candidate’s vaccination record
• A copy of the candidate’s passport and valid UAE residence visa (if applying outside the UAE)
• Transfer or school leaving certificate
• A copy of the previous academic record for the last 2 years including recent standardised tests
• Documents indicating special educational needs (if applicable)

Please note that a transfer certificate is important for admission to Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira. The guidelines for transfer certificate are:

Students applying from Canada, New Zealand, USA and Western Europe need to provide a transfer certificate with the school’s stamp and principal’s signature. No attestation is required for them.

Those applying from GCC countries need to get their certificates attested by the Ministry of Education of that country.

Whereas, students applying from unmentioned countries need to get their certificate attested by the:

• Ministry of Education
• Foreign Affairs
• UAE Embassy

The age-grade guideline is given below:

This is based on the age of the students on 31st August (for schools beginning in September). Source: IPS Jumeirah

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)

The school schedules an assessment after the completion of the entrance test. However, candidates who provide a recent copy of the CAT4 or MAP test are exempted from taking the assessment.

The parents of the successful candidate will either receive an offer or the name of the candidate will be placed on a waiting list depending upon the availability.

For more information, read the admission process at Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira.

The Al Ittihad Private School fees are:

For more information, view the IPS Jumeirah fees structure.

At Al Ittihad Private School Jumeirah, students receive personalised guidance to explore national and international scholarship opportunities. The school nurtures academic excellence and equips learners with the skills to succeed in global higher education pathways.

At Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira, there is a canteen and an air-conditioned cafeteria where students can buy their lunches or enjoy home-packed meals. All the food items supplied by the cafeteria are cooked and prepared in a hygienic environment. The canteen is managed by Al Bustan, a third-party catering service provider that strictly follows the regulations of Dubai Municipality and food storage. The menu offers a range of hot and cold food items that are available at affordable prices. The menu includes lunch items, salads, appetisers, snacks and drinks.

For more information, view the canteen’s menu at IPS Jumeirah.

IPS Jumeirah offers a plethora of facilities to students including the school transport service. The transport service is especially important for students coming far from the school. To ensure safe and efficient performance, the school outsourced transport operations to the Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC). DTC is a part of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) that is experienced in offering transport services to top schools in Dubai.

DTC manages a fleet of well-maintained buses equipped with the latest safety and security features. It follows the highest international quality and safety standards to ensure a safe and comfortable ride for each student. The safety features include:

• CCTV cameras for surveillance monitored by the master control room
• Radio Frequency Identity (RFID) card system for attendance
• Global Positioning System (GPS) trackers that are used to monitor the bus location via the mobile application
• Noise-free interior and use of hydraulic suspension system for easy movement inside buses

Additionally, the bus drivers and conductors are well trained and fully comply with the regulations laid by the RTA. To apply, contact the registration office of DTC at the Jumeirah campus. The office is open every Sunday to Thursday from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. The documents that are required for the registration are:

• A recent passport-size photograph
• A copy of the Emirates ID of the parent/guardian
• Registration fee (payable via cash, cheque and debit and credit cards.

For more information, dial +971 04 208 0555 or email at school.bus@dtc.gov.ae.

Holiday camps are offered to students of the IPS Jumeirah campus during the winter and summer breaks.

The school offers several sports facilities to its students. It has an impressive air-conditioned gymnasium. The spacious gymnasium has a wide stage that is used to give lessons to students on physical education. This gymnasium is mostly used for middle and high school students. The elementary and middle school students have their air-conditioned PE room with soft flooring. Other sports facilities include:

• Outdoor gymnasium
• Outdoor playing areas
• Outdoor Soccer field
• Indoor swimming pool

The sports facilities have also given rise to the following academies in the school:

• Taekwondo Academy
• Soccer Academy
• Swimming Academy

The school has a considerable extra-curricular programme that focuses on building modern-day skills among students. It arranges several events throughout the academic year that help students to showcase their talents. These activities include celebrating national and international days, arts, music, sports and drama.

One of the popular and most anticipated extra-curricular activities at Al Ittihad Private School Jumeira campus is the Model United Nations (MUN). MUN is an internationally recognised extra-curricular event organised in international schools across the world. It is an educational simulation of the conferences held in the United Nations. Students learn the art of politics, diplomacy and international relations, which are important skills in the modern-day world. Students in large numbers participate in groups representing member countries of the UN and discussing global issues and their solutions.

To expand students’ learning beyond classrooms, the school arranges several field trips. One popular field trip for students of IPS Jumeirah was the visit to Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre. Here, the students learnt about space programmes and their value to the United Arab Emirates.

Al Ittihad Private School emphasises strongly on the health and safety of its students. This is why the school has three clinics, each in a separate school building, catering to sick children and staff members. The medical staff includes a full-time doctor and three trained nurses that act according to the regulations of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Portable first-aid boxes are available in school buses and every nook and cranny of the school.

Several modes of communication between parents and teachers exist at IPS Jumeirah. This includes the parent-teacher meeting that happens twice a year. The meeting is held each semester where teachers and parents discuss the progress made by students. Currently, any contact with the parents is made via video calls, conferences, telephone calls, emails and school website.

There is also a parent portal providing access to information including:

• Academic progress
• Teachers’ feedback
• Syllabus
• Attendance record
• News
• Notifications of current and upcoming events

IPS Jumeirah School also has a parent council that includes parents of the current and pass out students. The members of the parent council work in partnership with schools and are responsible for organising extra-curricular and interschool championships. The council also helps parents convey their feedback and valuable opinions to top leadership.

Another important source of communication between parents and the school is the D6 Communicator. It is a mobile-based app that provides access to valuable information such as news, notice board, calendar, resources and multimedia, etc. Other platforms for communication include the official website, social media platforms and Grade-wise WhatsApp groups.

IPS Jumeirah School Address: 7th Street, Al Wasl Road, Al Safa 1, Dubai, UAE.

TELEPHONE

• Admin block: +971 4 3945111
• Girls Section: +971 4 4074663 Extension: 225
• Boys Section: +971 4 4074625 Extension: 225
• Kindergarten Section: +971 4 4074618 Extension: 218
• Primary Section: +971-4-4074695 Extension: 295

Email Address:

• For general information: info@ipsjumeira.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Official Website

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What curriculum does Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah follow?

The school follows the American curriculum from Pre-KG to Grade 12.

Where is Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah located?

It is located in the Al Safa area of Jumeirah, Dubai.

Is Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah co-educational?

Yes, it is co-educational until Grade 4, after which boys and girls study in separate sections.

What is the KHDA rating of Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah?

The school has received a ‘Good’ rating from the KHDA.

How much are the school fees at Al Ittihad Private School – Jumeirah?

The annual fees range from AED 23,184 to AED 47,633.