Philadelphia Private School is a IB (PYP) / IB (MYP) / IB (DP) / American Curriculum school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2006. Annual tuition ranges from $5,309 to $11,692 USD.
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About
Philadelphia Private School (PPS) Dubai is a co-educational international day school located in Al Qusais, Dubai, serving students from Pre-KG through Grade 12 (ages 3–18). The school operates a dual-curriculum model combining the American credit-based program with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, and also offers IB PYP and MYP in earlier years. PPS emphasises full inclusion, with an ELL support program, a Gifted and Talented program, and a Rahhal Program designed to help each student find their individual learning path.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| KG1 | AED 5,585~$ 1,522 |
| KG2 | AED 5,585~$ 1,522 |
| Pre-KG | AED 5,309~$ 1,447 |
| Grade 1 | AED 6,312~$ 1,720 |
| Grade 2 | AED 6,312~$ 1,720 |
| Grades 3-6 | AED 6,981~$ 1,902 |
| Grades 7-8 | AED 7,746~$ 2,111 |
| IB Year 1 (Grade 11) | AED 11,692~$ 3,186 |
| IB Year 2 (Grade 12) | AED 11,692~$ 3,186 |
| Grades 9-12 (American) | AED 9,563~$ 2,606 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 19,517 - 42,987. Application fee: $136.
Admissions Process
- 1Review the Admission Policy to understand eligibility for Pre-KG through Grade 12. Step 2: Complete the Registration Form 2025-2026 or use the Online Registration Form; admissions team will follow up. Step 3: Review the Fees AY 25-26 List for cost structures. Step 4: If transportation is required, complete and submit the School Bus Form 2025-2026. Step 5: Contact the admissions team via email for any remaining inquiries.
School Day
The school day generally runs from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with shorter hours on Fridays (7:00 am to 12:00 pm).
Student Life
Uniform is listed as a purchasable item in the fee schedule; no detailed policy by stage is described.
The school has a canteen available during break times and promotes nutritious food and beverages.
Wellbeing & Safety
The safeguarding framework emphasises student welfare and a safe environment, with a Safeguarding Team including a Designated Safeguarding Officer, a structured reporting process for concerns, and a curriculum component promoting a healthy lifestyle and safety awareness to support both mental and physical wellbeing.
Safeguarding measures include a formal reporting structure and designated contacts, secure record-keeping, defined safeguarding responsibilities, 24/7 security monitoring, logged entrances/exits for visitors, and a mobile phone policy with phased confiscation, plus clear escalation processes to external agencies when needed.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by a Board of Trustees and an Advisory Board; a Student Council and a Parents Committee also exist.