Sunmarke School

Q: Where is Sunmarke School FZE located in Dubai?

Sunmarke School is located in JLT Hills & Park , on a purpose-built campus in the Al Khail area near Jumeirah Lake Towers . Strategic positioning offers excellent access for families in JLT, Dubai Marina , Discovery Gardens, Al Barsha , The Greens , and Emirates Hills .

Q: What curriculum does Sunmarke School FZE offer?

The school delivers the British curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, covering Foundation Stage through GCSE and A-Level qualifications.

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at Sunmarke School FZE?

Students enrol from FS1 to Year 13 , providing continuous education from age 3 to 18 years.

Q: Who is Sunmarke School FZE best suited for?

Sunmarke School is best suited for families seeking flexible curriculum options with both British and IB pathways. The school attracts residents of JLT, Dubai Marina , Discovery Gardens , Al Barsha , and The Greens who value dual qualification options in a modern learning environment.

4.1

2023-2024Very good

Curriculum

IB (13 Y) / British

Annual Fees

62K - 106K AED

Location

Al Quoz

Curriculum pathway: English National Curriculum up to Year 11 (GCSE and IGCSE), then International Baccalaureate programmes in Years 12 and 13

About Sunmarke School

Last updated 4 October 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology

Sunmarke School is a British school established in 2016 in Al Khail, Dubai. The campus provides UK education for students from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form.

The school welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 18, covering FS1 to Year 13. Current enrolment stands at approximately 2,023 students across all year groups.

Sunmarke follows the UK curriculum with the Early Years Foundation Stage for younger learners and the National Curriculum framework for primary and secondary years. The school holds BSO and IBO accreditation, reflecting its commitment to international educational standards. KHDA has awarded the school a "Very Good" rating for 2023-2024.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 61,643 to AED 106,475. The Al Khail campus offers convenient access for families living in Al Qouz First, Al Qouz Second, and Al Qouz Fourth.

Location

Jumeirah Village triangle

Latest from Sunmarke School

Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.

16 Sept 2026Award
Three of four teams qualify for World Scholar's Cup finals at Yale
At the World Scholar's Cup Global Rounds, three of the school's four competing teams — nine students in total — qualified for the Tournament of Champions at Yale, USA, this November, earning gold and silver medals across debate, writing and academic challenges.
Source: Instagram
31 Aug 2026Leadership
Andrea Higgins appointed Vice Principal of Sunmarke School
Sunmarke School has announced Ms Andrea Higgins as Vice Principal, alongside her existing role as Head of Primary. She brings more than 20 years of experience in education and has been part of the Fortes leadership team since 2014.
Source: Instagram
13 Aug 2026Exam results
Sunmarke's Class of 2026 delivers strongest-ever A-Level results with 100% pass rate
The school reports its best A-Level outcomes in its history for the Class of 2026: a 100% pass rate, with 60% of grades at A*–A, 99% at A*–C, and 30% of all grades at A*.
Source: Instagram
21 May 2026Accreditation
Sunmarke rated Outstanding across all areas in 2026 BSO Inspection Report
Principal Nicholas Rickford announced that Sunmarke was rated Outstanding by British School Overseas in the 2026 BSO Inspection Report, covering curriculum, student progress, leadership, wellbeing, teaching, learning and assessment, with Outstanding recognition also in English, Mathematics and Science.
Source: YouTube

Sunmarke School fees 2026-2027

2026-2027

Grade Level	2025-2026	Annual Fees 2026-2027	Est. Monthly
FS 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	61,643 AED	61,643 AED	~5,137 AED
FS22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	67,248 AED	67,248 AED	~5,604 AED
YEAR 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	72,853 AED	72,853 AED	~6,071 AED
YEAR 22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	72,853 AED	72,853 AED	~6,071 AED
YEAR 32026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	75,653 AED	75,653 AED	~6,304 AED
YEAR 42026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	75,653 AED	75,653 AED	~6,304 AED
YEAR 52026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	78,456 AED	78,456 AED	~6,538 AED
YEAR 62026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	78,456 AED	78,456 AED	~6,538 AED
YEAR 72026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	89,664 AED	89,664 AED	~7,472 AED
YEAR 82026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	89,664 AED	89,664 AED	~7,472 AED
YEAR 92026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	89,664 AED	89,664 AED	~7,472 AED
YEAR 102026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	100,872 AED	100,872 AED	~8,406 AED
YEAR 112026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	100,872 AED	100,872 AED	~8,406 AED
YEAR 122026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	106,475 AED	106,475 AED	~8,873 AED
YEAR 132026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24	106,475 AED	106,475 AED	~8,873 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Sunmarke School "Very good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fourth consecutive "Very good". The school has been inspected 6 times since 2016-2017.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

High-quality care, support and learning opportunities in the Foundation Stage.
Outstanding attainment and progress in English in Post-16.
A thriving leadership culture built on mutual respect and open communication, encouraging students to take on meaningful roles.
Strong promotion of inclusion and wellbeing in a supportive learning environment.
Outstanding resources supporting teaching and learning.

What the school was asked to improve

Identify and share examples of very good teaching practice to achieve greater consistency across the school.
Ensure teachers' feedback gives clear guidance on how to improve and that students respond to it.
Improve attainment and progress in Islamic Education and Arabic to match other core subjects.
Improve reading skills in Primary and lower Secondary and promote reading for pleasure.

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1-22), inspected 30 October to 03 November 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 85 performance indicators rated in both reports, 10 improved, 0 declined and 75 kept the same rating.

Students

1,882 → 2,023

+141 (+7%)

Teachers

175 → 201

+26 (+15%)

Students of determination

268 → 91

-177 (-66%)

Emirati students

15 → 12

-3 (-20%)

Improved

Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment · Primary: Acceptable → Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress · Secondary: Acceptable → Good
English — Attainment · Post-16: Very good → Outstanding
English — Progress · Post-16: Very good → Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills · Secondary: Very good → Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills · Post-16: Very good → Outstanding
Care and support · Primary: Very good → Outstanding
Care and support · Secondary: Very good → Outstanding

and 2 more

Did Sunmarke School act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 4 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 3 show an improvement, 1 no change yet.

Improve achievement in Islamic Education and Arabic throughout the schoolImproved
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment (Primary): Acceptable → Good · Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress (Secondary): Acceptable → Good
Ensure all teachers can confidently deliver differentiated lessons for students with minimal English language proficiencyImproved
English — Attainment (Post-16): Very good → Outstanding · English — Progress (Post-16): Very good → Outstanding
Continually review the most effective programmes for language immersion and inclusive education in planning for teaching and learningNo change yet
12 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Increase the consistency of high-quality classroom practicesNot measurable from the ratings
Sharpen school improvement planning to include regular review of the impact of actions on students' outcomesImproved
School self-evaluation and improvement planning: Very good → Outstanding

Performance standards by year (85 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Primary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Islamic Education — Attainment	Secondary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Islamic Education — Attainment	Post-16	Acceptable	Acceptable
Islamic Education — Progress	Primary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Islamic Education — Progress	Secondary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Islamic Education — Progress	Post-16	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Primary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Secondary	Weak	Weak
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Post-16	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Primary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Secondary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Post-16	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Primary	Acceptable	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Secondary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Primary	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Secondary	Acceptable	Good
English — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Very good	Very good
English — Attainment	Primary	Very good	Very good
English — Attainment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
English — Attainment	Post-16	Very good	Outstanding
English — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
English — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
English — Progress	Secondary	Very good	Very good
English — Progress	Post-16	Very good	Outstanding
Mathematics — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Attainment	Primary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Attainment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Attainment	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Mathematics — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Progress	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Progress	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Foundation Stage	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Primary	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Science — Progress	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Progress	Primary	Very good	Very good
Science — Progress	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Science — Progress	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Learning skills	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Learning skills	Primary	Very good	Very good
Learning skills	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Learning skills	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Students' personal and social development
Personal development	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Personal development	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Personal development	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Personal development	Post-16	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Post-16	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Secondary	Very good	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Post-16	Very good	Outstanding
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Teaching for effective learning	Primary	Very good	Very good
Teaching for effective learning	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Teaching for effective learning	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Assessment	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Assessment	Primary	Very good	Very good
Assessment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Assessment	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum design and implementation	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum design and implementation	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Curriculum design and implementation	Post-16	Very good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum adaptation	Primary	Very good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Curriculum adaptation	Post-16	Very good	Very good
The protection, care, guidance and support of students
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Primary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Post-16	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Foundation Stage	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Primary	Very good	Outstanding
Care and support	Secondary	Very good	Outstanding
Care and support	Post-16	Outstanding	Outstanding
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Very good	Very good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Very good	Outstanding
Parents and the community	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Governance	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Very good	Outstanding

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Very good

Sunmarke School was rated very good overall, with outstanding personal development, parent links, and premises. English, mathematics and science attainment are strong across phases, especially in Foundation Stage. Islamic Education and Arabic achievement remain weaker, and the report recommends more consistent classroom practice and sharper school improvement planning.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Very high levels of teaching, learning, assessment and progress in Foundation Stage
High levels of attainment in all phases in English, mathematics and science
Students have a strong sense of social responsibility, are acutely aware of Islamic values, and have well-developed personal and social skills
Very good arrangements for health and safety, including child protection, with a strong focus on wellbeing
Outstanding links with parents

What the school was asked to improve

Improve achievement in Islamic Education and Arabic throughout the school
Ensure all teachers can confidently deliver differentiated lessons for students with minimal English language proficiency
Continually review the most effective programmes for language immersion and inclusive education in planning for teaching and learning
Increase the consistency of high-quality classroom practices
Sharpen school improvement planning to include regular review of the impact of actions on students' outcomes

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 2-20), inspected 30 January to 03 February 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Very good

2019-2020Very good

2018-2019Very good

2017-2018Good

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sunmarke School FZE located in Dubai?

Sunmarke School is located in JLT Hills & Park, on a purpose-built campus in the Al Khail area near Jumeirah Lake Towers. Strategic positioning offers excellent access for families in JLT, Dubai Marina, Discovery Gardens, Al Barsha, The Greens, and Emirates Hills.

What curriculum does Sunmarke School FZE offer?

The school delivers the British curriculum based on the National Curriculum for England, covering Foundation Stage through GCSE and A-Level qualifications.

What age groups and grade levels are available at Sunmarke School FZE?

Students enrol from FS1 to Year 13, providing continuous education from age 3 to 18 years.

Who is Sunmarke School FZE best suited for?

Sunmarke School is best suited for families seeking flexible curriculum options with both British and IB pathways. The school attracts residents of JLT, Dubai Marina, Discovery Gardens, Al Barsha, and The Greens who value dual qualification options in a modern learning environment.

How much are Sunmarke School fees in 2026-2027?

Annual tuition at Sunmarke School ranges from AED 61,643 (FS 1) to AED 106,475 (Year 12) for 2026-2027, across 15 year groups, or about AED 5,137 to AED 8,873 a month. All 15 grade fees are unchanged from 2025-2026. Figures are annual tuition from the school's official fee schedule. Confirm extras such as transport and uniform with the school.

What is Sunmarke School's KHDA inspection rating?

KHDA rated Sunmarke School "Very good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fourth consecutive "Very good". The school has been inspected 6 times since 2016-2017.

What did KHDA inspectors say about Sunmarke School in 2023-2024?

Sunmarke School was rated very good overall, with outstanding Foundation Stage provision and outstanding Post-16 English achievement, alongside a strong wellbeing and leadership culture. Islamic Education and Arabic attainment were weaker, and inconsistent teaching, limited independent learning and reading opportunities outside the Foundation Stage were noted as areas for improvement. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: high-quality care, support and learning opportunities in the Foundation Stage; outstanding attainment and progress in English in Post-16; a thriving leadership culture built on mutual respect and open communication, encouraging students to take on meaningful roles; strong promotion of inclusion and wellbeing in a supportive learning environment; outstanding resources supporting teaching and learning.

What was Sunmarke School asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: identify and share examples of very good teaching practice to achieve greater consistency across the school; ensure teachers' feedback gives clear guidance on how to improve and that students respond to it; improve attainment and progress in Islamic Education and Arabic to match other core subjects; improve reading skills in Primary and lower Secondary and promote reading for pleasure.

Has Sunmarke School improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 10 of the 85 indicators rated in both reports improved, 0 declined and 75 kept the same rating. Improvements include Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment (Primary) from Acceptable to Good, Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress (Secondary) from Acceptable to Good, English — Attainment (Post-16) from Very good to Outstanding. Enrolment went from 1,882 to 2,023 students (+7%). Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 4 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 3 were followed by a measurable improvement.

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At a Glance

From the 2023-2024 inspection profile

Grades

FS1 to Year 13

Age

3 to 18

Students

2,023

Genders

Boys and girls

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Nicholas Matthew Grierson Rickford

Since 8/9/2023

Opening year

2016

Teachers

201 (+72 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

British

Largest nationality students

Other European

Emirati students

Determination students

Accreditation

BSO, IBO

Last inspection: 30 October to 03 November 2023

About Sunmarke School

Last updated 4 October 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology

Sunmarke School is a British school established in 2016 in Al Khail, Dubai. The campus provides UK education for students from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form.

The school welcomes boys and girls aged 3 to 18, covering FS1 to Year 13. Current enrolment stands at approximately 2,023 students across all year groups.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 61,643 to AED 106,475. The Al Khail campus offers convenient access for families living in Al Qouz First, Al Qouz Second, and Al Qouz Fourth.

Latest from Sunmarke School

Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.

16 Sept 2026Award

Three of four teams qualify for World Scholar's Cup finals at Yale

At the World Scholar's Cup Global Rounds, three of the school's four competing teams — nine students in total — qualified for the Tournament of Champions at Yale, USA, this November, earning gold and silver medals across debate, writing and academic challenges.

Source: Instagram

31 Aug 2026Leadership

Andrea Higgins appointed Vice Principal of Sunmarke School

Sunmarke School has announced Ms Andrea Higgins as Vice Principal, alongside her existing role as Head of Primary. She brings more than 20 years of experience in education and has been part of the Fortes leadership team since 2014.

Source: Instagram

13 Aug 2026Exam results

Sunmarke's Class of 2026 delivers strongest-ever A-Level results with 100% pass rate

The school reports its best A-Level outcomes in its history for the Class of 2026: a 100% pass rate, with 60% of grades at A*–A, 99% at A*–C, and 30% of all grades at A*.

Source: Instagram

21 May 2026Accreditation

Sunmarke rated Outstanding across all areas in 2026 BSO Inspection Report

Principal Nicholas Rickford announced that Sunmarke was rated Outstanding by British School Overseas in the 2026 BSO Inspection Report, covering curriculum, student progress, leadership, wellbeing, teaching, learning and assessment, with Outstanding recognition also in English, Mathematics and Science.

Source: YouTube

Grade Level

2025-2026

Annual Fees 2026-2027

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

FS 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

61,643 AED

~5,137 AED

FS22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

67,248 AED

~5,604 AED

YEAR 12026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

72,853 AED

~6,071 AED

YEAR 22026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

72,853 AED

~6,071 AED

YEAR 32026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

75,653 AED

~6,304 AED

YEAR 42026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

75,653 AED

~6,304 AED

YEAR 52026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

78,456 AED

~6,538 AED

YEAR 62026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

78,456 AED

~6,538 AED

YEAR 72026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

89,664 AED

~7,472 AED

YEAR 82026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

89,664 AED

~7,472 AED

YEAR 92026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

89,664 AED

~7,472 AED

YEAR 102026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

100,872 AED

~8,406 AED

YEAR 112026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

100,872 AED

~8,406 AED

YEAR 122026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

106,475 AED

~8,873 AED

YEAR 132026-2027Year checked 2026-09-24

106,475 AED

~8,873 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Sunmarke School "Very good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fourth consecutive "Very good". The school has been inspected 6 times since 2016-2017.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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