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Premium British Curriculum
School in the Heart of Dubai
Empowering students with the knowledge, character, and confidence to lead in a rapidly changing world.
Our Legacy
50 Years of Global Success
Our students attend world-class universities and thrive. Over the last 50 years, SIG Alumni have taken their education into top universities and ambitious careers across the globe.
Kyle Knott, Founding Principal
The Scholars School
Welcome to The Scholars School, Dubai
As the Founding Principal of The Scholars School, I am proud to welcome you to our vibrant school community in the heart of Dubai. As part of the Scholars International Group, we are built on a 50-year legacy of educational excellence.
At The Scholars School, our vision is to create the leaders of tomorrow: young people who can adapt to change, genuinely excel, and enjoy the journey. To achieve this, we offer the highly regarded British National Curriculum, delivered through our own proprietary approach to learning, which instils the character traits that matter most in a world of change.
We believe every student has unique potential, and our commitment is to help each child grow into a confident and happy individual. In partnership with families, we create an environment where children feel known, supported and challenged and where they grow into capable, grounded young adults.
I look forward to working closely with you as we build an exceptional future for your child, together.
Welcome to The Scholars School, Dubai,
As the Founding Principal of The Scholars School, I am proud to welcome you to our vibrant school community in the heart of Dubai. As part of the Scholars International Group, we are built on a 50-year legacy of educational excellence.
At The Scholars School, our vision is to create the leaders of tomorrow: young people who can adapt to change, genuinely excel, and enjoy the journey. To achieve this, we offer the highly regarded British National Curriculum, delivered through our own proprietary approach to learning, which instils the character traits that matter most in a world of change.
We believe every student has unique potential, and our commitment is to help each child grow into a confident and happy individual. In partnership with families, we create an environment where children feel known, supported and challenged and where they grow into capable, grounded young adults.
I look forward to working closely with you as we build an exceptional future for your child, together.
Why Choose The Scholars School?
50 Years of Legacy
The First Founding High-
Performance Learning (HPL)
School in the World
Purposeful Character
Development
Top Global University
Placements
A proven path to success
We offer the British National Curriculum, a global gold standard for academic excellence. Rigorous yet flexible, designed to inspire, it offers a balanced and trusted academic foundation.
We deliver our curriculum through our proprietary, science-backed approach to learning that instils the characters traits required to lead in a changing world: curiosity, gratitude, grit, independence and adaptability.
Your child will leave us ready
EYFS
A nurturing environment for young minds
Primary Years
Starting right, feeling good
Secondary Years
Ready for what’s next
University
Pathway for the Future
The Scholars Experience
Competing at the Highest Level
The Arts
Digital Media
Clubs and Activities
Global Experiences
Celebrating Student Work
Our Location
Perfectly placed for learning and life
The Scholars School is centrally located between Downtown Dubai and Jumeirah – offering shorter commutes for families, smoother pickups and drop-offs, and field trips where the city itself becomes part of the learning experience.
Meet Our Team
Our School is led by an experienced global leadership team who are deeply committed to building a school that reflects the best in education today!
Kyle Knott
Founding Principal, The Scholars School
Alan Cohen
Chair Harvard Principals’ Center
Advisory Board, Emeritus
Aparna Verma
Chairperson, Scholars International Group
What Our Alumni Say About Our Schools
As I complete my fourth year at Stanford University on a fully funded scholarship, I can say with absolute conviction that SIG was the launchpad that made this journey possible. That experience didn’t just prepare me for Stanford; it prepared me to lead, to serve, and to open doors for others.
L.B., Stanford University
My teachers constantly challenged me to think bigger, act with integrity, and lead with purpose. That foundation didn’t just help me – it continues to anchor every decision I make and every opportunity I choose to create.
H.M., University of Oxford
SIG instilled in me an early command of confidence, articulation and independent thought qualities that have shaped my academic and professional journey. These foundations enabled me to spearhead national tech initiatives, and secure competitive internships at Google, Meta and Microsoft.
S.B.F., Ontario Tech University
The School gave me something far greater than academic guidance, it gave me people who believed in me before I fully believed in myself. The friendships I made turned into lifelong bonds, and the school became a second home.
V.M., UAE Women’s National Cricket
Tuition Fee Structure for the year 2026 - 2027
Founding tuition fees for the 2026-2027 intake are locked in for three academic
years for each enrolled child (subject to annual re-enrolment deadline).
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve gathered the most frequently asked questions from parents to help you feel confident in your decision.
From what age can I enrol my child in Foundation Stage 1?
Students in Foundation 1 must be 3 years by 31st December.
To what year level does the school programme go up to?
The school will open with students from FS1 through Year 6 and will grow each academic year through Year 13.
What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the English National Curriculum for England and Wales with the High Performance Learning framework.
Where is the teaching staff from?
Do you have teaching assistants?
Do you provide transport?
Yes, we provide bus transport to most areas across Dubai. Please contact us at transportation@scholarsschool.
Is there an assessment for admission?
FS1–FS2 – Play-based assessment
Year 1–Year 2 – Paper-based assessment
Year 3 and above – CAT4 assessment
Do you offer afterschool activities?
Yes, we offer a wide range of complimentary teacher-led activities across all year groups as well as paid external activities at a special fee provided by our service partners for TSS students.
Limited seats available from FS1 to Year 6 for August 2026
Book Your Personal Tour with Our School Principal Today!
The Scholars School Dubai, U.A.E admissions@scholarsschool.com
+971 55 143 5372
