Dubai International Private School Al Quoz

• Dubai International Private School Al Quoz location
• Years offered
• Dubai International Private School Al Quoz curriculum
• KHDA rating
• How to apply?
• Fee structure
• Dubai International Private School Al Quoz transportation
• PTA and contact information

Dubai International School Al Quoz established in 1998 is the sister school of Dubai International School, Al Garhoud. It follows the US Common Core curriculum for most subjects while Next Generation Standards are followed for Science. The school offers classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

English is the medium of instruction at DIS Al Quoz. Dubai International School Al Quoz has applied for NEASC accreditation and aims to adopt the AERO standards. This will result in DIS Al Quoz getting recognised by US universities and colleges.
In addition to regular classes and Kindergarten section, Dubai International School Al Quoz also has a Kids Academy – a pre-school for children aged 45 months to 4 years.

1,911 students are currently enrolled in the school. There are 124 teachers, 17 teaching assistants and the staff to student ratio is 1:16.

• Location: Al Quoz
• School fees: AED 14,404 - AED 22,615
• Curriculum: American
• Co-ed or segregate: Co-ed
• KHDA rating: Acceptable
• Years offered: KG 1 - Grade 12

Residential communities near Dubai International School include Nad al Sheba and Al Safa. The school is easily accessible for families living in:

• Downtown Dubai
• Business Bay
• Jumeirah

Downtown Dubai is one of the city’s busiest areas. The iconic district has many tourist attractions and residential properties. It is one of the top areas for buying apartments in the city. Business Bay area is a popular commercial hub that mostly features apartment buildings. Jumeirah is another highly sought-after neighbourhood in the emirate. It is a waterfront community offering villas, townhouses and apartments.

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Dubai International School Al Quoz campus is based on a large corner plot. The traditional building has a clear divide between the Kindergarten section and other classes. KG and Elementary sections are located at the front. Upper Elementary and Intermediate sections are separate for girls and boys. The secondary section is connected with the rest of the school through a bridge.

KG and elementary sections have their play areas while each intermediate section has a separate cafeteria and outdoor space for boys and girls.
The school has invested in a 3D room where students can watch educational documentaries and scientific movies. Grade 8 to Grade 12 classes have multimedia projectors and computers in the classrooms. The Audio-Visual room is set up for Kindergarten students. There are five computer labs in DIS Al Quoz.

Dubai International Private School is based in Al Quoz 1, in proximity to Al Khail Road that provides easy access from other areas of Dubai. A few nurseries and schools are close to the school. Al Quoz Lake is also in the vicinity.

The school’s vision is to transform students into digitally literate, lifelong learners and productive citizens. International standards of education are followed while focusing on the local values and traditions of the UAE.

Students are encouraged to discuss their ideas and implement best practices for continuous growth. Teachers at the school act with integrity, lead by example and strive for excellence.

Dubai International School Al Quoz considers itself as a community of learners working for young individuals’ success. Social and emotional needs are as important as academic success.

The school’s strategic plan for 2019-2022 is based on 3Es:

• Efficient Governance of Board
• Effective teaching and learning
• Excellent student safety and well-being

Dubai Private School Al Quoz already has functional governance of board that ensures schools’ vision is followed. The school leadership has hands-on experience and profound knowledge in the educational field.

Dubai International School Al Quoz keeps teachers engaged in professional development for enhancing their quality of teaching. The school recruits teachers that have years of experience with the American curriculum. It has also reviewed its policies for ensuring students’ safety and well-being.

Kindergarten to Grade 12 classes are offered at the school. All classes are divided into four sections.

Kindergarten curriculum is child-centred and is based on Houghton Mifflin Harcourt’s research program. It is also aligned with the California Preschool Learning Foundation and California Common Core Curriculum standards. The goal is to foster knowledge through play activities.

Learning involves reading, writing, listening and speaking. Mathematics skills include counting, basic mathematical operations, measurements and data and basic geometry. Science during the kindergarten level involves health, safety and nutritional education. Creative arts and Physical Education is also included in the curriculum.

Students are assessed formally at the end of each term/unit.

Core subjects in High School include Arabic Language, Islamic Education and English Language.

Grade 10 students can opt for Sociology, Economics, Visual Arts, Drama and Music.

In Grade 11, students study Chemistry, Marketing, French, Physics, ICT and Business.

In Grade 12, students can choose between four subject groups, including Physics, French, Finance, Advanced Biology, Media, ICT II, Calculus and Trigonometry, Advanced Chemistry and Accounting/Statistics.

Students can opt for new electives outside of the curriculum.

KHDA inspected the school from 13 to 17 February 2023 and rated it as 'Acceptable.'

Students’ personal and social development is very good in the Kindergarten section, and it is good in Elementary, Middle and High School sections. Kindergarten students are familiar with Islamic values and Emirati culture. Students’ performance declined in Islamic education, Arabic as a first language, English and science. KG, elementary and high school students are respectful and sensitive to the needs of others.

The balance between teacher-led and student-led activities has to improve.
Teachers understand the US Common Core and California State (CCCS) standards and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) curriculum. However, their curriculum plans do not have a good balance between knowledge acquisition and skill development.

Self-evaluation processes implemented at the school are not fully aligned with the UAE Inspection Framework. Parents appreciate the school’s open-door policy. The school management’s is organised; best practices are seen in the KG section.

Key strengths of DIPS Al Quoz are:

• Good quality provision in the KG classes
• Awareness of the Emirati culture
• Student’s responsible behaviour
• Curriculum quality
• Support provided by parents

KHDA made a few recommendations. The school must

• Establish and implement clear lines of accountability especially when it comes to school governance
• Improve the quality of resources and staffing ratio
• Design a system to evaluate and support teachers’ performance
• Focus on improving students’ outcomes
• Manage and track students’ progress, staff-student relationships
• Improve students’ reading and comprehension skills
• Provide intervention programs for students who are reading below grade level

Dubai International Private School Al Quoz academic calendar is divided into two semesters.

Dubai International School Al Quoz admission process is inclusive. The school welcomes students with different learning needs and styles. In fact, DIS Al Quoz has designed a special Learning Support program for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The admission process is based on the following steps:

• Step1: To begin the application process, please submit your inquiry through the online student enquiry page.
• Step 2: After receiving the online inquiry, you will be requested to pay an application Fee of AED 525, which non-deductible, non-refundable and non-transferable. Application fees are accepted in the form of AED cheques, cash, or bank transfer.

Those who want to enrol in Dubai International Private School must submit an admission application to the Registrar’s office with the following documents:

• Sponsor’s Emirates ID
• Applicant’s Photo
• Parent’s (sponsor) Passport
• Applicant recent school/nursery report (at least two years if applicable)
• Applicant’s Visa
• Applicant’s Passport
• Applicant’s Immunization
• Residence Visa
• Transfer Certificate

Please ensure that all relevant information regarding your child is included with the online Registration Form:

• Information regarding allergies, special medical conditions, etc.
• Up to date contact details, and emergency telephone numbers for both parents.
• Please also check that your child has received all necessary vaccinations; consult your physician, if in doubt.

The school requires for applicant, if he meets the placement test criteria and the minimum age guidelines set by the school, to take a placement test and then to a personal interview.

The principal of the school will evaluate the results of the tests and recommendations by teachers, as well as review the previous school records thoroughly to determine whether the applicant is eligible to be enrolled in the school.

The school will contact the parents of the applicant if he passes the placement test and meets the admission criteria and provides a seat for his registration. Registration is not completed until all required papers are submitted and registration fee is paid

This is based on the age of the students on 31st July (for schools beginning in April) and 31st December (for schools beginning in September). Source: KHDA

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

Dubai international private School's fee structure is as follows:

Below is the KHDA fees fact sheet for the school:

The canteen in Dubai International School Al Quoz 1 provides fresh meals for lunch at reasonable prices.

The school offers bus service for a hassle-free commute with Busco Transport. Each school bus has a lady attendant to take care of the students during the ride. The school values parents’ trust and the Transport Department and the transport supervisor keep active communication with parents. Parents are expected to collaborate with the driver and lady attendant.

Transportation charges for different cities are mentioned below:

The transport department at Dubai International School sets the rules for the safe transportation of students. The transport department adheres to rules laid down by the local Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Students are requested to follow the following rules.

• They should not litter the bus during the journey
• They must follow the bus driver’s directions for safety
• Students must be on time in the morning and afternoon
• Students should never engage in a physical and verbal fight inside the bus
• They should not carry mobile phones on the bus.

Students at DIS are expected to participate in sports and Physical Education sessions. Students can choose from these sports activities:

• Basketball
• Football
• Volleyball
• Badminton
• Handball

DIS Al Quoz has a range of extracurricular activities as they are an important part of students’ life. Students can enjoy learning music, art, karate and swimming as part of their extracurricular programme. DIS also organises art fair, math fair and book fair.

Different clubs are also created to facilitate students’ participation in activities. Some of the prominent school clubs are:

• English Club
• Science Club
• Art Club
• French Club
• Environment Club

DIS Al Quoz has a balanced range of exciting and educational field trips. These trips are planned as part of the learning process of students of all ages.

Dubai International School Al Quoz has two types of field trips:

• Education-based trips
• Community service-based trips

Educational trips include visits to the zoo, museum, parks, landmarks and government institutes. Community service-based trips such as visits to old age homes, volunteer workshops, universities and environmental agencies instil values and kindness in students.

The activity coordinator plans all trips for the whole year, and parents are provided full details. They must send the trip’s approval for their child to join the excursion. During the trips, one teacher is responsible for 15 to 20 students. A nurse accompanies students during the trip, and a first aid kit is always kept in every school bus.

A school nurse and physician is responsible for dealing with minor and major incidents. The school clinic staff has received basic life support training courses and are licensed by the Dubai Health Authority. First aid kits are stocked in the clinic, FS staffroom and near swimming pools.

If students need any medication during school hours, the medicine should be clearly labelled and mention the student’s name, dose and time of administration along with the doctor’s prescription.

To maintain a strong partnership with parents, Dubai Private School Al Quoz provides up to date information to parents about their child’s progress and improvements. A written report is sent to parents so that they can keep track of the progress.

DIS has an open-door policy for parents; they can attend school assemblies and share their concerns. The superintendent informally calls parents frequently while parents can also contact via email.

School messenger and memos are used to communicate with parents. They can also check the parents’ tab on the official website. Parents can also communicate by registering on the Dubai International School Al Quoz parent portal.

A Mother Council is also set up to represent parents in the school. The council includes a dedicated group of parents who discuss school events, academic matters and other school-related issues.

Parents-teacher meetings are held each term to discuss students’ strength and the areas that need improvements.

• Telephone: +971-4-338-5530/+971-4-338-0370
• KG Section: +971-4-338-3812
• Emails:
• General Inquiries: email@mydischool.com
• Admission Department: juman@mydischool.com
• Website
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What are the timings of your school?

The school remains open from Monday through Friday, while the timings are as follows:

• KG 1 to Grade 11: 08:00 am to 02:15 pm (10:30 am on Fridays)
• Grade 12: 08:00 am to 03:00 pm (10:30 am on Fridays)

How many grades/years are there in your school?

KG 1 - Grade 12.

How many students are currently studying in your school?

Currently, there are 1,911 students enroled in the school, including 61 students of determination.

Can you please describe the academic calendar of your school?

The academic calendar starts in late August and ends in the last week of June.

Can you please mention the range of the tuition fee charged by your school?

The annual tuition fee ranges from AED 14,404 to AED 22,615.

How do you communicate with parents?

Parent-teacher meetings, parent portal, mother council and setting up appointments with concerned authority are some of the ways of communicating with parents. Similarly, you can visit the school website and social media pages to remain updated about current happenings at Dubai International Private school.

Do you have a cafeteria or a canteen on campus?

Yes, a canteen on campus serves students with fresh meals.

How many teachers are currently teaching in your school?

The teach staff consists of 124 teachers and 17 teaching assistants.