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Dubai School Fees Will Not Increase for 2026–27, KHDA Confirms Fee Freeze
Dubai private school fees will not increase in 2026–27 after the KHDA confirmed a fee freeze for the next academic year. The decision was announced under the directive of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Dubai School Fees for 2026–27: Application Fees, Deposits & Refunds
Applying to a Dubai school for 2026–27? From application fees to deposits, here’s what you’ll need to pay and when. Plus, the latest KHDA rules on refunds for registration fees, and when schools are expected to confirm fees for the next academic year.
KHDA Confirms: Full School Fees Still Apply During Distance Learning
If your child is still on distance learning in Dubai, you will still need to pay full fees. New guidance from the KHDA confirms there are no fee reductions where distance learning continues, whether Dubai schools are open or closed.
British Schools Under AED 50,000 in Dubai (2026): Fees, KHDA Ratings & Location
Looking for a British-curriculum school in Dubai with annual fees under AED 50,000?
This January 2026 guide lists KHDA-rated Good and Very Good British schools that fall below this key price point, with a quick-scan table of fees, locations, and age ranges, plus links to in-depth reviews where parents want more detail.
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Dubai to Build 60 New ‘Affordable’ Schools for 120,000 Students by 2033
Dubai has launched a major new initiative for affordable private education, with plans for around 60 new schools and 120,000 extra places by 2033.
Save on School Fees in Dubai: Best UAE Credit Cards for the 2025-26 Year
If the Term 1 invoice has just arrived in your inbox for your child’s Dubai school fees, here's how you can save some money or earn rewards.
KHDA Approves Fee Increase for Dubai Schools in 2025-26: What You Need to Know
The KHDA has approved an Education Cost Index (ECI) of 2.35%, meaning Dubai private schools can apply to raise fees by up to 2.35% for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Top Scholarships in UAE Schools, 2025-2026: Fee Discounts of up to 100%
Which schools in the UAE offer scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year? We look at the very best scholarships for academic excellence, sport, the arts and the IB Diploma Programme.
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UK Budget 2024: What Does it Mean for UK Private Schools?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed in the Autumn 2024 Budget that the government will implement VAT on fees for independent day and boarding schools in the UK from January 1, 2025.
King’s Speech Confirms VAT on UK Independent School Fees
The Labour Government will impose VAT on private school fees, announces King Charles III in King’s Speech today.
Labour Wins General Election: What Does it Mean for UK Private Schools?
Following the Labour Party victory in the General Election, what changes lie ahead for UK private and independent schools, as well as international students choosing a UK day and boarding education?
VAT on UK Private School Fees: Will International Students Pay More?
With the UK General Election announced for July 4, we ask how could Labour's proposed 20% VAT on UK private school fees impact international and expat families considering a UK private education – and what are the more affordable alternatives?
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New Scholarships to Dubai Private Schools for Exceptional Emirati Students
The Dubai Distinguished Students Programme will offer exceptional Emirati students over 400 scholarships covering 50% of annual tuition fees to some of Dubai’s leading private schools.
JESS Confirms Fee Increase of 9%
Jumeirah English Speaking School has announced a fee increase of 3% for its secondary school and 9% for both primary schools. This fee increase announcement comes following the KHDA's publication of the latest ratings for Dubai private schools.
How Much Will Dubai School Fees Increase For 2024/25?
Dubai private schools that maintain the same inspection rating will be eligible to increase their fees by up to 2.6%. Schools that improve on their KHDA rating will be able to increase fees by up to 5.2%.
Easy Ways to Pay School Fees: Saving Time & Money
Paying school fees and re-enrolment deposits can be made convenient and flexible using these different payment methods...
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Abu Dhabi School Fees to Increase 2023/24
Fees for private schools in Abu Dhabi are set to rise for the 2023/24 academic year, by up to 3.95%.
School fees in Sharjah to rise by up to 5%
Sharjah's education regulator, the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), has stated school fees will be able to rise by up to 5 per cent for the 2023-24 academic year.
Dubai School Fees to Increase in 2023/4
Schools that maintain the same inspection rating will be eligible to increase their fees by 3%. Schools that improve on their rating will be able to increase fees by the School Fee Framework - which is up to double the Educational Cost Index (ECI). The ECI has not been released by the the Dubai Statistics Office.
Will School Bus Fees Increase for 2022-23?
Following the recent fuel price hikes, school transport operators are having to consider whether this significant cost increase will need to be passed on to parents with an increase in school bus fees for the 2022-23 academic year.
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JESS 5% Fee Increase. But Only for Primary
The not-for-profit school sector has been permitted fee increases by regulator KHDA. Jumeirah English Speaking School has announced its plans for the upcoming year
DESS, DESC Announce Significant Fee Increases
Not-For-Profit schools Dubai English Speaking College (DESC) and Dubai English Speaking School (DESS) have today informed parents of a fee rise of 5.5% and 8% respectively for the coming academic year.
No Fee Increases for Dubai Schools 2022-2023
The KHDA has informed Dubai private schools that they will not be eligible to raise fees for the 2022-2023 academic year. The education authority has cited low cost increases for schools as the reason why.
RGS Guildford Dubai Doubles Founders Offer
Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai is cutting KHDA approved fees by a further 10% to be more in line with the community's needs. The premium school already offered a 10% founders discount, meaning parents will now get 20% off the regulator approved fees. The discount is for those joining this year, the school says.
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New Schools Opening in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah in 2027 and 2028
From prestigious British school names with centuries of history to established UAE education groups expanding their reach, a new wave of schools is set to open across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah in 2027 and 2028. We look at what's coming, where the new campuses will be and what families can expect.
