Affordable IB Schools in Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Also known as cedar schools
British
25K - 44K AED
Al Warqaa
Last updated · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology
Cedar School is a UK school established in 2021 in Al Warqa'a 1. The school serves families in the area, offering a comprehensive programme for children aged 3 to 12, from FS1 to Year 8.
Currently, the school has a student body of 359 boys and girls. Classes are designed to create an engaging environment for early learners and primary students, ensuring they receive a solid foundation for their educational journey.
Cedar School follows the UK curriculum, providing students with a robust framework for their academic development. The school has received an "Acceptable" rating from the relevant inspection authority for the 2023-2024 period.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 25,244 to AED 41,215, depending on the grade level. The school is conveniently located for families in Al Warqa, Al Warqaa, and Al Warqa'a 3, making it accessible for daily commutes.
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KHDA rated Cedar School "Acceptable" in its 2023-2024 inspection.
Cedar School is rated acceptable overall. Achievement is mostly acceptable across subjects, with good progress in English and mathematics in Primary, but Arabic attainment is weak. Leadership is newly appointed with improvement plans not yet embedded, teaching quality is inconsistent, and teacher turnover remains high.
Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 26 to 01 March 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
| Indicator | Phase | 2023-2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | ||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | Primary | Weak |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | Primary | Weak |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | Secondary | Weak |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | Secondary | Weak |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment | Primary | Weak |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment | Secondary | Weak |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Primary | Good |
| English — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Primary | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Primary | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Students' personal and social development | ||
| Personal development | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Personal development | Primary | Acceptable |
| Personal development | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Primary | Acceptable |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Primary | Acceptable |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Teaching and assessment | ||
| Teaching for effective learning | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Curriculum | ||
| Curriculum design and implementation | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Primary | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Curriculum adaptation | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Curriculum adaptation | Primary | Acceptable |
| Curriculum adaptation | Secondary | Acceptable |
| The protection, care, guidance and support of students | ||
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Foundation Stage | Good |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Primary | Good |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Secondary | Good |
| Care and support | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Care and support | Primary | Acceptable |
| Care and support | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Leadership and management | ||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Acceptable |
| School self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Acceptable |
| Parents and the community | Whole school | Acceptable |
| Governance | Whole school | Acceptable |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | Acceptable |
2023-2024 inspection
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