Affordable IB Schools in Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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British
20K - 30K AED
Al Rashidiya
Last updated · Sources: KHDA inspection reports, published 2026-2027 fee schedule · methodology
Pace Modern British School is a British school that has provided UK education in AL RASHIDIYA since its establishment in 2021. The school accommodates approximately 955 boys and girls aged 3 to 15, offering classes from FS1 to Year 8.
The curriculum follows the UK framework, ensuring students receive a quality education. The school is rated "Acceptable" by KHDA for the 2023-2024 academic year, reflecting its commitment to maintaining academic standards.
Annual tuition fees range from AED 20,267 to AED 29,784. The school is conveniently located for families residing in nearby areas such as AL KHWANEEJ FIRST, AL KHWANEEJ SECOND, Mizhar 1, and Al Khawaneej, as well as those living behind Arabian Center.
Annual tuition at Pace Modern British School ranges from AED 20,267 (FS 1) to AED 30,100 (Year 11) for 2026-2027, across 13 year groups, or about AED 1,689 to AED 2,508 a month. All 12 grade fees are unchanged from 2025-2026.
KHDA rated Pace Modern British School "Acceptable" in its 2023-2024 inspection.
Pace Modern British School was rated acceptable overall by KHDA. Attainment and progress are acceptable in most subjects, though Arabic as an additional language progress is weak in Secondary. Behaviour, attitudes and parent partnerships are strong points, while governance and self-evaluation require significant improvement.
Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1-21), inspected 19 to 23 February 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
| Indicator | Phase | 2023-2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | ||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a First Language — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress | Secondary | Weak |
| English — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Primary | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Foundation Stage | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Primary | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Secondary | Acceptable |
| Students' personal and social development, and their innovation skills | ||
| Personal development | Foundation Stage | Good |
| Personal development | Primary | Good |
| Personal development | Secondary | Good |
| 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 | Good |
| Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures | Secondary | Good |
| 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 | Acceptable |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Primary | Acceptable |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Secondary | Acceptable |
| 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 | Good |
| Governance | Whole school | Weak |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | Acceptable |
2023-2024 inspection
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