PACE Modern British School is a British Curriculum / GCSE / BTEC / A Levels school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1999. Annual tuition ranges from $5,519 to $8,110 USD.
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About
PACE Modern British School is a co-educational day school located in Al Rashidiya, Dubai, following the UK British Curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage through Secondary and culminating in GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels. Founded under the Pace Group in 1999, the school blends Montessori and Reggio Emilia influences in its Foundation Stage with an enquiry-based approach in Primary, and offers inclusive support including EAL, SEN, and Gifted and Talented programmes. The school serves students aged 3 to 15 and operates air-conditioned bus routes across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Foundation Stage combines play-based learning with Montessori roots and Reggio Emilia influences. Primary uses an enquiry-based, question-led approach linking subjects. Inclusive school with Head of Inclusion, IEP/ILP support, Gifted and Talented provision, and over six learning support assistants. Four-house system fosters school community. Transport covers Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| FS2 (KG1) | AED 5,519~$ 1,504 |
| FS1 (Pre-KG) | AED 5,519~$ 1,504 |
| Year 1 (KG2) | AED 5,919~$ 1,613 |
| Year 2 (Grade 1) | AED 5,919~$ 1,613 |
| Year 3 (Grade 2) | AED 6,205~$ 1,691 |
| Year 4 (Grade 3) | AED 6,319~$ 1,722 |
| Year 5 (Grade 4) | AED 6,748~$ 1,839 |
| Year 6 (Grade 5) | AED 6,748~$ 1,839 |
| Year 7 (Grade 6) | AED 7,091~$ 1,932 |
| Year 8 (Grade 7) | AED 7,377~$ 2,010 |
| Year 9 (Grade 8) | AED 7,469~$ 2,035 |
| Year 10 (Grade 9) | AED 8,110~$ 2,210 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 20,267 - 29,784. Application fee: $136.
Admissions Process
- 1Fill out the admissions form with your child's details on the Admissions Open page. 2) Pay 25% of Term 1 fees to provisionally reserve a seat. 3) Clear full Term 1 fees before end of June to confirm enrolment. Book fees, stationery fees and medical fees are mandatory and non-refundable, paid with the first installment.
School Day
Monday to Thursday: 7:45 am to 2:35 pm. Friday: 7:45 am to 11:40 am. Saturday and Sunday: closed.
Student Life
Four houses named Earth, Fire, Air and Water. Students earn house points through in-class competitions, whole-school events such as Sports Days, Talent Shows and Art Competitions, and Spirit Days.
PMBS has a school uniform policy. Uniforms can be purchased from the school store or from other affordable sources.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
PMBS emphasises pastoral care and safeguarding to provide a safe, caring environment for all students. Staff induction and safeguarding training are in place, along with a Designated Safeguarding Person and a Safeguarding Committee.
PMBS has a Designated Safeguarding Person, a Safeguarding Committee, a Staff Code of Conduct, safer recruitment policies, and clear procedures for reporting concerns. Safeguarding is the responsibility of all staff, volunteers, parents and guardians.
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School Background
Part of the Pace Group (PACE Education), founded by Dr P.A. Ibrahim Haji through a trust in 1999. Operates as a private education group.