The Aquila School is a British Curriculum / IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / BTEC Level 3 / ASDAN / Cambridge IGCSE school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Annual tuition ranges from $13,252 to $21,203 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Scholarships Available
ISP scholarships at The Aquila School offer up to 75% off tuition for students entering Years 10 and 12. Scholarships provide access to global programmes, cultural experiences, personal mentorship, and community opportunities.
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About
The Aquila School is a co-educational British curriculum international day school in Wadi Al Safa 5, Dubai, serving students aged 3–18 from FS1 through Year 13. Part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), it offers the English National Curriculum through secondary, with IB Diploma and Career-related Programmes in the Sixth Form alongside BTEC and ASDAN pathways. The school is known for its fully inclusive ethos, supported by the Hemam Learning Support Centre, multilingual provision in over 30 languages, and a strong wellbeing programme serving a community of 1,154+ students from over 90 nationalities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
The Aquila School is part of the ISP global network, offering access to international programmes including ISP Model United Nations, filmmaking, chess, and cultural exchange. It is an IB World School delivering DP and CP in the Sixth Form from 2024. The school emphasises full inclusion through the Hemam Learning Support Centre (SENDIA award holder), multilingual learning with home-language qualifications in over 30 languages, LAMDA performing arts certification, Duke of Edinburgh Award, and National Mental Health & Wellbeing Accreditation. It serves 1,154+ students from 90+ nationalities in a purpose-built campus within Dubailand Residential Complex.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| FS1 | AED 13,252~$ 3,611 |
| FS2 | AED 14,137~$ 3,852 |
| Year 1 & 2 | AED 14,727~$ 4,013 |
| Year 3 & 4 | AED 15,315~$ 4,173 |
| Year 5 & 6 | AED 16,198~$ 4,414 |
| Year 7 & 8 | AED 17,669~$ 4,814 |
| Year 12 & 13 | AED 21,203~$ 5,777 |
| Year 9, 10 & 11 | AED 19,436~$ 5,296 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 48,673 - 77,876. Application fee: $136.
Admissions Process
- 1Contact the school by filling out the online enquiry form; the admissions team organises next steps. 2. Schedule a school tour (in-person or virtual for overseas families). 3. Meet and greet: EYFS and Primary students meet the Head of Primary; Secondary students complete a CAT4 cognitive ability test and have an interview with the Head of Secondary. 4. Receive an official offer and confirm acceptance within five working days. 5. Pre-start welcome meeting to prepare families for a smooth first day.
Admissions Details
Admissions are first come, first served. Siblings of current students receive priority. If a year group is full, a waiting list is used and families are contacted when a space opens; acceptance or decline should be indicated within one week.
School Day
Start times vary by phase, with morning drop-off around 7:25–7:40am. Foundation Stage finishes around 1:45pm on weekdays; Primary finishes around 2:45pm (Friday 11:40am); Secondary finishes around 3:30pm (Friday 11:40am).
Student Life
Uniforms are required for all students. Early Years and Primary wear a blue Aquila polo-shirt with shorts or trousers. Secondary students wear a striped shirt. Post-16 Pathways students wear a black-collared t-shirt. Uniforms are purchased from Trutex using school code TAQS-0001.
On-site dining includes a canteen and two cafés: Parrot Café and Senior's Café. Foundation Stage meals include healthy packed lunches or hot meals, with lunchtime scheduled.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported through counselling and trained Mental Health First Aiders (Adult to Teen). Each secondary tutor group includes two Teen-to-Teen Mental Health First Aiders. Families access wellbeing guidance via the Family Portal. The school holds the National Mental Health & Wellbeing Accreditation and runs student wellbeing forums to foster resilience and positive mindsets.
Safeguarding is foundational to the school's Safe, Happy Learning ethos. All staff including external providers complete mandatory safeguarding training. The designated Safeguarding Lead is Pauline Lamond. The campus has 24/7 security, controlled entry points, CCTV, and colour-coded staff lanyards. The school renews its National Online Safety accreditation annually and maintains comprehensive safeguarding and e-safety policies.
Student Demographics
School Background
Part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), a global network of international schools. ISP provides governance and supports global programmes.
SENDIA AwardNational Mental Health & Wellbeing AccreditationNational Online Safety Accreditation