The Sheffield Private School is a British Curriculum / English National Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / BTEC / A Levels / AS Levels school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Annual tuition ranges from $6,567 to $12,619 USD.
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About
The Sheffield Private School is a co-educational British curriculum day school in Al Nahda, Dubai, serving students from Foundation Stage through Year 13 (ages 3–18). Owned by Britus Education, the school follows the English National Curriculum with IGCSEs in Years 10–11 and A Levels in Years 12–13, and embeds the High Performance Learning framework throughout. The school received a BSO Outstanding rating in February 2025 and offers a traditional British House system, integrated SEL programmes, and inclusive SEN support.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
The Sheffield Private School uses the High Performance Learning framework embedded from Foundation Stage through Sixth Form. It received a BSO Outstanding rating in February 2025. The school has a traditional British House system, an integrated SEL curriculum, a Mental Health Ambassador programme, and an Ultra-Curriculum enrichment programme alongside standard UK qualifications.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| FS1-FS2 | AED 6,430~$ 1,752 |
| Years 1-6 | AED 7,632~$ 2,080 |
| Years 7-9 | AED 9,043~$ 2,464 |
| Years 10-11 | AED 10,044~$ 2,737 |
| Years 12-13 | AED 12,121~$ 3,303 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: AED 24,116 - 46,386. Application fee: $136.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application. Step 2: Submit required documents (KHDA attestations for Dubai transfers; attested Transfer/Leaving Certificate for overseas or inter-emirate transfers). Step 3: Receive offer letter by email and reply within five working days. Step 4: Complete Acceptance of Place Form, Indemnity and Consent Form, Medical Form, and provide residence visa, Emirates ID, passport, birth certificate, vaccination record, and Transfer Certificate. Step 5: Pay seat deposit. Step 6: Confirm enrollment and comply with KHDA requirements. Step 7: Ensure documents and fees are submitted within the specified period. Step 8: Enroll for the upcoming academic year.
Admissions Details
No waitlist information is published. Admissions are described as having limited seats available.
School Day
Foundation Stage: 7:30 to approximately 12:30. Years 3–6: 7:30 to 2:30. Years 7–13: registration 7:30–7:45, school day ends at 2:35. Friday dismissals at 11:45. Day includes scheduled breaks and a lunch period.
Student Life
Four houses: Leopards, Falcons, Leatherbacks, and Scorpions. Students and teachers are assigned to a house, each led by a Head of House. Year 11 students may serve as House Captains. Houses compete in sports, arts, music, drama, academic quizzes and debates, with a House Cup awarded annually.
Uniform is compulsory for all pupils and can be purchased from Yellow Rock Trading (shoes excluded). Smart, business-like dress code is expected. Jewelry limited to a watch and one small stud earring per ear lobe for girls. Makeup, piercings (other than ear-piercings), nail polish, and distracting hairstyles are not permitted.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Guidance Counselling provided by qualified counsellors working with staff, parents and external specialists to create personalised support plans. School includes wellbeing initiatives such as a Mental Health Ambassador. Pre- and post-implementation surveys measure SEL programme effectiveness.
Safeguarding is central to the school. The Designated Safeguarding Lead is the Principal, with the Deputy DSL being the Head of Inclusion. A comprehensive safeguarding policy and mandatory safeguarding training for all staff are in place in line with UAE law.
Student Demographics
School Background
Owned and managed by Britus Education.
BSO Outstanding (February 2025)