Capital School
British curriculum, Al Qusais First, FS1–Year 13
Latest documents: Full Inspection Report 2023–24Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24, Parent Report 2023–24Source B: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only, Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27Source C: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Overall rating
Earlier reports
Wellbeing Dubai focus area
Inclusion Dubai focus area
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Overview
The school
- Curriculum
- British
- Year groups
- FS1–Year 13
- Languages of instruction
- English, Arabic
- Founded
- 2014
- External examinations
- IGCSE Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- BSO, BSME Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Football, Basketball, Netball, Cricket and more, 15 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 910 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 49 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 69 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 30 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- Indian Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 1 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Daniel James Sutton Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 8 Jan 2021, as the report prints it. The current principal is under Contact.
- Principals since 2016–17
- 3 changes of principal
- William Johnston, 2016–17 to 2017–18 → Joseph Patrick Moyster, 2018–19 → Daniel James Sutton, 2021–22 to 2023–24 → Emmanuel Keteku, in KHDA's directory on 2026-09-18
Contact
- Address
- Al Qusais First
- Phone and email
- +971 4 298 8776info@capitalschooluae.comPrincipal: Emmanuel Keteku
- As KHDA's directory listed it on 2026-09-18. Source C: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Around the school
The map shows the streets and places around the school. The same places are counted in «Within 1 km» below.
© OpenStreetMap contributors
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KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Quality
KHDA ratings in the Full Inspection Report 2023–24. Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
KHDA visits schools again from 2026–27. A full inspection gives a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not.Source KHDA, 3 June 2026 (opens in a new tab)
OverallOverall performance
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 3 reports and Acceptable in 3 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Up from Good Earlier: Good in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 2 reports.
Checked 16 September 2026.
Ratings by phase, 2023–24KHDA rates these in each phase, with no single rating for the whole school. Phases are named as the report names them.
| Area | Foundation Stage | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| TeachingTeaching for effective learning | |||
| Assessment | |||
| CurriculumCurriculum design and implementation | |||
| Adapting the curriculumCurriculum adaptation | |||
| SafeguardingHealth and safety, including child protection |
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA in brief
KHDA’s own one-page summary of its 2023–24 inspection, written for parents, word for word. The full inspection report remains the reference. Source A: Parent Report 2023–24, summary only
Students’ achievement
Children in Foundation Stage achieve very well in all areas of their learning. Secondary students progress well in Islamic Education. Primary students progress well in Arabic. Students in Primary and Secondary progress well in English. They achieve equally well in mathematics and science across all phases. Foundation Stage children are eager to learn and enjoy finding things out for themselves. Primary and secondary phase students also engage well with their learning.
Personal and social development
Students across all phases exhibit strong behaviour, demonstrating care and support for one another. From the Foundation Stage, they eagerly embrace responsibilities within their classes and throughout the school environment. However, there's a recognised need to provide more avenues for them to assume greater responsibility and showcase their initiative. A deep respect for Islamic values, as well as the history and culture of the UAE, permeates every aspect of school life.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teaching is highly effective in the Foundation Stage, where teachers skillfully gauge each child's knowledge and swiftly tailor new learning activities to further their development. In Primary and Secondary, teaching strategies are enhancing student progress across all core subjects, particularly in mathematics and science, where assessment data is used with high efficiency to advance learning.
Wellbeing
The school creates a welcoming environment for all. Relationships between teachers and students are nurturing in Foundation Stage, and caring and respectful across Primary and Secondary. Students are well supported to learn, and students of determination are very well included in school life. Students feel safe and secure. They know about safe and healthy living. They do not yet have enough opportunity to take responsibility for their own well-being, and also to help in the promotion of the well-being of others.
Inclusion
The school is inclusive and enrols students with wide range of barriers to learning. Leaders ensure the school provides very well for students of determination. The Chair of Governors brings relevant expertise to the support of the inclusive education agenda. The recently appointed head of inclusion has already effected improvement in the identification of barriers to learning. Teachers support students of determination well so that they make strong progress against their targets and academically.
Leadership and management
The principal gives clear direction to the work of the school, aiming for inclusive, high-quality education. Leaders at all levels support this vision and ensure children in the Foundation Stage make the best possible start to their education. Primary and Secondary students benefit from improving teaching and the attainment and progress of students show improvements over time. Partnership with parents is good and improving. Governors make sure leaders are accountable for improvement. They support the school well with resources and know more needs to be done.
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Parent Report 2023–24
Summary only
Page 1
Checked 16 September 2026.
Found only in the summary for parents. Answers do not use it as evidence.
School year
31 Aug 2026 to 2 Jul 2027 · 185 school days
- First midterm break
- 12 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 20267 days
- National Day
- 2 Dec 2026 to 3 Dec 20262 days
- Winter break includes New year’s day
- 14 Dec 2026 to 1 Jan 202719 days
- Eid al-Fitr
- 8 Mar 2027 to 11 Mar 20274 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
- Spring break
- 5 Apr 2027 to 9 Apr 20275 days
- Eid al-Adha
- 17 May 2027 to 18 May 20272 daysexpected, subject to moon sighting
Public holidays are tentative and subject to official government announcements (KHDA).
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KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 16 September 2026.
Academics
Attainment by subject and phase, 2023–24KHDA words for each subject in each phase.
| Subject | Foundation Stage | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education | Not in this report | ||
| Arabic | Not in this report | ||
| English | |||
| Mathematics | |||
| Science |
Source Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Arabic at every school in Dubai: at least 4 lessons a week from Year 2 to Year 10 for a child of non-Arab nationality. Arab children have 4 to 6 lessons to Year 13; Muslim children also study Islamic Education.Source KHDA, Guidelines on National Mandatory Subjects, page 14 (opens in a new tab)
Subjects over the years
KHDA's words in every Full Inspection Report since 2015–16, each row and phase as the reports print them.
Subjects over the years, Capital SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2016–17 | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2021–22 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentPrimary | ||||||
| Islamic Education attainmentSecondary | ||||||
| Islamic Education progressPrimary | ||||||
| Islamic Education progressSecondary |
International and benchmark tests
The National Agenda section of each Full Inspection Report since 2015–16: the school's results in PISA, TIMSS, PIRLS and benchmark tests against KHDA's targets. The only results in the reports that are not an inspector's judgement.
KHDA's verdicts, 2023–24
| Aspect | Whole school | Emirati cohort |
|---|---|---|
| International and Benchmark Achievement | ||
| Leadership: International and Emirati Achievement | Not in this report | |
| Teaching and Learning: Improving reading literacy |
Registration requirements: Met Fully
- International assessment data show improvement in students’ overall scores in benchmark tests, with targets in English, mathematics and science exceeded.
- With a score of 581 the school exceeded the target set in the 2021 Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) by 48 points.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Progress in international assessment — meets expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is approaching expectations
- 2017–18: Attainment in English, mathematics and science when measured against the National Agenda Parameter (N.A.P.) — is below expectations
- 2016–17: Attainment based on the National Agenda Parameter Benchmarks — is below expectations
Recognised by UAE universities?
UAE universities ask for the Ministry of Education’s equivalency of the Grade 12 certificate. For this school’s curriculum, the student needs:
- British: five IGCSE or GCSE passes (grade E or 3) and one A level or two AS levels (grade E).
Arab students also need Arabic, and Muslim students Islamic Studies, in each of the last three years.
KHDA attests the certificate first. Ask the school which body accredits it.Source Ministry of Education, equivalency service, read 24 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
School life
Sports and activities
What the school lists on its own website and what KHDA’s inspectors mention in their reports. An activity missing here may still be offered.
Ball sports
- Football
- Basketball
- Netball
- Cricket
Water sports
- Swimming · swimming lesson · From FS1 to Year 9, throughout the year with specialist qualified swimming coaches
- Water polo
Individual sports
- Gymnastics
- Yoga & fitness · yoga
Dance
- Ballet · Ballet Club
Theatre
- Drama
Music
- Choir & singing · Choir practice
- Orchestra & bands · Band practice
Art & design
- Art
·
Science & technology
- Science & engineering club · Science Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) club · STEM club
Debate & strategy
- Debate & public speaking · Debate Club
Facilities
- Swimming pool
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School website, read 23 September 2026
Checked 23 September 2026.
What the school offers
As the 2023–24 inspection report mentions them. Inspectors name these in passing, so this is not the school's full list: something not named here may still be offered. A line's page opens the report's sentence.
Languages besides English
- Arabic · as both a first and an additional language
External examinations
- IGCSE
Facilities
- Science laboratories
- Library
- Music
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Students who experience the most significant needs benefit from individual educational plans (IEPs). p. 19
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
On the school's website
What the school says about itself on capitalschooluae.com, read on 22 September 2026. The school's own words, not checked by KHDA; a figure here is the school's own count. The site's name beside a line opens that page.
Admissions
- «We offer a one-day enrolment process whereby you can visit the school, have a tour with our Principal and one of our friendly admissions experts will take you through the enrolment process.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «You can register your child for a place at Capital School at any time.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «There is currently no Registration fee.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «We are an inclusive school and do not base admission on academic performance.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
School buses
- «We are pleased to be working with Guardian One Transport to provide a safe, efficient and reliable bus service for Capital School students.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «All our vehicles are maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and requirements and the Road and Transport Authority.» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «We have initiated steps to provide maximum possible safety to students who are travelling in our buses by installing various safety related systems such as: Voice Reminder System Bell System GPS Tracking System Tablet – based attendance System CCTV Cameras and DVR recorder No child left behind /Patrol system Digital Display while students on board /Off board Daily pre-trip and post trip safety inspection by the driver» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «A door-to-door service that picks up and drops off your child directly outside their home» capitalschooluae.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
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School website, read 22 September 2026
Checked 22 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 15 year groupsNote 1
AED 40,000 to AED 66,600Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
FS1 to Year 13, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, Capital School, 2026–27 compared with 2025–26
| Year group | 2026–27Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27 | 2025–26Source B: Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Stage | ||
| FS1 | AED 40,000 | AED 40,000 |
| FS2 | AED 40,000 | AED 40,000 |
| Primary | ||
| Year 1 | AED 45,400 | AED 45,400 |
| Year 2 | AED 45,400 | AED 45,400 |
| Year 3 | AED 50,600 | AED 50,600 |
| Year 4 | AED 50,600 | AED 50,600 |
| Year 5 | AED 55,900 | AED 55,900 |
| Year 6 | AED 55,900 | AED 55,900 |
| Secondary | ||
| Year 7 | AED 61,200 | AED 61,200 |
| Year 8 | AED 61,200 | AED 61,200 |
| Year 9 | AED 61,200 | AED 61,200 |
| Year 10 | AED 61,200 | AED 61,200 |
| Year 11 | AED 61,200 | AED 61,200 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Year 12 | AED 66,600 | AED 66,600 |
| Year 13 | AED 66,600 | AED 66,600 |
Checked 16 September 2026.
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The range names the lowest and highest tuition on one Fees Fact Sheet. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares the same year group in the two fact sheets. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
What a year costs, 2026–27
Choose a year group above to see KHDA's total for it, what the school requires you to buy, and the services you can add.
Findings
7 findings in the last report: 3 strengths, 4 development points, 3 recurring across the last 5 reports.
Early years
Note 11 strength
StrengthFS
The provision and outcomes in FS that prepare children very well for the next stage of their education.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Personal development and wellbeing
2 strengths
Strength
Students’ highly responsible behaviour and personal development.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Strength
The very high quality of care and support provided for students.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Attainment and progress
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 5 reportsNote 2Primary and Secondary
Improve the quality and consistency of teaching and raise progress and attainment in all core subjects in Primary and Secondary.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Leadership and self-evaluation
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 5 reports
Base school self-evaluation on accurate information and provide a secure platform for improvement planning.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Assessment
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 5 reports
Make more effective use of assessment information to guide curriculum modifications in order to address gaps in students’ learning.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Staffing, facilities and resources
1 development point
Development required
Ensure that science laboratories are well resourced and there are sufficient Arabic texts in the library.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Findings from 1 of 6 reports
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Topics follow the order of the KHDA inspection framework, not how good or bad a finding is.
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Recurring counts the school’s last 5 reports, 2017–18 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
History
6 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2016–17 to 2023–24.
History of Capital SchoolOverall rating by academic year, newest first
- 2026–27Inspections resume this year. No report yet.
- 2024–25 and 2025–26KHDA paused full inspections. The 2023–24 rating is still the latest. About the pause
- 2023–24Same as 2022–23Note 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2021–22Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2021–22Same as 2020–21Full Inspection Report 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)
- 2020–21Up from AcceptableReport not online
- 2019–20No inspection.
- 2018–19Same as 2017–18Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- 2017–18Same as 2016–17Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- 2016–17First reportFull Inspection Report 2016–17 (opens in a new tab)
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Change compares each report with the school’s previous report. Years with no inspection are skipped, never counted as a change.
Snapshots by year
Students and staff by academic year, Capital School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 910 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 800 | 49 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 487 | 46 | 30% |
| 2021–22 | 457 | 41 | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 678 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 567 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 800 | 46 | 33% |
| 2017–18 | 882 | 77 | 57% |
| 2016–17 | 836 | 44 | 16% |
| 2015–16 | 582 | Not available | Not available |
| 2014–15 | 264 | Not available | Not available |
Not available: KHDA did not publish that figure for the year.
Sources
Every document behind this page. Official documents open on the KHDA site in a new tab.
Full Inspection Reports · PDF, English
- Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2016–17 (opens in a new tab)
Not online: the 2020–21 report. The timeline takes that year’s rating from KHDA’s open data.
Parent Reports · PDF, English
A shorter summary for parents. Findings and answers use the Full Inspection Report.
Fees Fact Sheets · web page, English
KHDA school directory · web page, English
KHDA school directory 2026–27 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2024–25 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2021–22 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2020–21 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2019–20 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2016–17 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)