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United Arab Emirates — Al Nahda

The Sheffield Private School

79QH+G5M – Al Nahda – Al Nahda 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
"''For Those Made to Do''<ref>"
British CurriculumEnglish National CurriculumCambridge IGCSEBTECA LevelsAS Levels
Data verified from public sources
Annual Fees$ 6,567 – $ 12,619
Ages3 – 18

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.

Location & Getting There

79QH+G5M – Al Nahda – Al Nahda 2, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesOpen in Maps
Bus service available

NanaSays Scorecard

Boarding Available
EAL Support
SEN Support

Key Details

Curricula Offered
British CurriculumYes
English National CurriculumYes
Cambridge IGCSEYes
BTECYes
A LevelsYes
AS LevelsYes
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
WellbeingYes
Bus ServiceYes
Accreditations
KHDA
Languages of Instruction
English

Key facts

Ages
3–18

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 / YearAnnual Fee
FS1-FS2AED 6,430~$ 1,752
Years 1-6AED 7,632~$ 2,080
Years 7-9AED 9,043~$ 2,464
Years 10-11AED 10,044~$ 2,737
Years 12-13AED 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

  1. 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

Waitlist Policy

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

House System

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

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

Sports
Covered Netball Courts
AstroTurf Football Pitch
AstroTurf Hockey Pitch
Five-Lane Temperature-Controlled Swimming Pool
Learner Pool
Auditorium Hall (Volleyball, Badminton, Basketball)
Arts
Music
Drama
Visual Arts
Academic
ICT Suites
Networked Computers
Tablets
Projectors
Interactive Smart Boards
High-Speed WiFi
Co-Curricular
Sports
Arts
Music
Drama
Academic Quizzes
Debates
House Competitions
Enrichment Activities

Wellbeing & Safety

Pastoral & Mental Health

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 & Child Protection

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

Age Range
318
Foundation Stage
Primary Stage
Secondary School
Sixth Form

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Owned and managed by Britus Education.

Awards & Recognition

BSO Outstanding (February 2025)

Sports Programme

Facilities
Covered Netball CourtsAstroTurf Football PitchAstroTurf Hockey PitchFive-Lane Temperature-Controlled Swimming PoolLearner PoolAuditorium Hall (Volleyball, Badminton, Basketball)

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees at The Sheffield Private School vary by year group. Contact the admissions office for a full fee schedule.