Affordable IB Schools in Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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25K - 55K AED
Al Khawaneej
Last updated · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology
Emirates National Schools is an IB school that has been providing quality IB education in Al Khawaneej 1 since its establishment in 2021. The school caters to students aged 4 to 13, offering classes from KG1 to Grade 7.
With a total of 477 boys and girls enrolled, the school fosters an inclusive environment for all learners. The curriculum effectively supports the developmental needs of young learners as they progress through their educational journey.
Emirates National Schools is accredited by the IB, ensuring that it meets international standards for the delivery of the IB curriculum. Currently, there are no specific examinations tied to the program, but the school is rated "Acceptable" in the latest inspection.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 25,000 to AED 45,000, making it accessible for families residing in Al Khawaneej 1 and surrounding areas.
Annual tuition at Emirates National Schools ranges from AED 25,000 (Pre primary) to AED 55,000 (Grade 9) for 2026-2027, across 13 year groups, or about AED 2,083 to AED 4,583 a month. Compared with 2025-2026, 1 grade fees rose, 0 fell and 11 stayed the same.
KHDA rated Emirates National Schools "Acceptable" in its 2023-2024 inspection.
Inspectors rated this IB school acceptable overall. Islamic education and Arabic achievement are stronger than English and science, where attainment is often weak in PYP and MYP. Kindergarten performance and personal development are strong, but self-evaluation, curriculum adaptation, and attendance monitoring need improvement.
Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1-21), inspected 27 to 31 May 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
| Indicator | Phase | 2023-2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | ||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | PYP | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | MYP | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | PYP | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | MYP | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | PYP | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | MYP | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | PYP | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | MYP | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | KG | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | PYP | Weak |
| English — Attainment | MYP | Weak |
| English — Progress | KG | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | PYP | Weak |
| English — Progress | MYP | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | KG | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | PYP | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | MYP | Weak |
| Mathematics — Progress | KG | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | PYP | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | MYP | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | KG | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | PYP | Weak |
| Science — Attainment | MYP | Weak |
| Science — Progress | KG | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | PYP | Weak |
| Science — Progress | MYP | Weak |
| Learning skills | KG | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | PYP | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | MYP | Acceptable |
| Students' personal and social development | ||
| Personal development | KG | Good |
| Personal development | PYP | Good |
| Personal development | MYP | Acceptable |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | KG | Good |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | PYP | Good |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | MYP | Good |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | KG | Acceptable |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | PYP | Acceptable |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | MYP | Acceptable |
| Teaching and assessment | ||
| Teaching for effective learning | KG | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | PYP | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | MYP | Acceptable |
| Assessment | KG | Acceptable |
| Assessment | PYP | Acceptable |
| Assessment | MYP | Acceptable |
| Curriculum | ||
| Curriculum design and implementation | KG | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | PYP | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | MYP | Acceptable |
| Curriculum adaptation | KG | Acceptable |
| Curriculum adaptation | PYP | Weak |
| Curriculum adaptation | MYP | Weak |
| The protection, care, guidance and support of students | ||
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | KG | Acceptable |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | PYP | Acceptable |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | MYP | Acceptable |
| Care and support | KG | Acceptable |
| Care and support | PYP | Acceptable |
| Care and support | MYP | Acceptable |
| Leadership and management | ||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | Acceptable |
| School self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | Weak |
| 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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