Dubai British School Jumeirah Park
British curriculum, Jumeirah Park, 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
- Founded
- 2015
- External examinations
- GL, CAT4, IBT, BTEC, (I)GCSE, A Level Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- BSO, BSME Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Football, Basketball, Swimming, Athletics and more, 11 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 2,142 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 163 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 226 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 17 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- British Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 3 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Rebecca Coulter Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 2 Aug 2020, as the report prints it. The current principal is under Contact.
- Principals since 2017–18
- 2 changes of principal
- Heather Mann, 2017–18 to 2018–19 → Brendon Fulton, 2019–20 → Rebecca Coulter, 2022–23 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Jumeirah Park
- Phone and email
- +971 4 552 0247principal@dubaibritishschooljp.aePrincipal: Rebecca Mary Coulter
- 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
Up from Very good Earlier: Very good in 2 reports and Good in 2 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Up from Very good Earlier: Very good in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Outstanding in 1 report.
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 | Post-16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 4
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
English is a key strength across all phases and student progress in science is outstanding. Students achievement in mathematics is less consistent. Progress of students in Islamic education and Arabic is good. The achievement of students in Arabic as a First and Additional language is good in Primary. Attainment has yet to improve in Secondary and Post-16. Students possess strong skills in critical thinking.
Personal and social development
S t u d e n t s h a v e a n e x c e l l e n t w o r k e t h i c , a r e r e s o u r c e f u l , i n n o v a t i v e , a n d creative. Throughout the school, students' work reflects an appreciation of the UAE and other world cultures. Behaviour of students is exemplary and mature and enhanced by the school's positive ethos and culture. Students are enthusiastic and engage in rich and creative learning activities. Thye enjoy school and extra-curricular activities such as the performing arts and physical education build confidence and self-esteem.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teachers craft detailed lesson plans and know their students well. Their teaching methods are frequently creative and inspiring. Teachers carefully analyse assessment data to adapt the curriculum, effectively addressing the varied needs of diverse student groups. The curriculum is vibrant and engaging, enriching students' knowledge, skills, and understanding. It is thoughtfully designed to nurture students' talents, interests, and ambitions, especially in areas like performing arts, physical education, and humanities. The school offers abundant opportunities for critical thinking, with international trips, such as to Mecca, enhancing their global perspective. Smooth transitions between educational phases are meticulously managed. Student safety is prioritised, with robust measures against all forms of cyberbullying and secure access systems on both campuses, a feature highly appreciated by parents. Relationships between staff and students are founded on confidence, respect, and support, contributing to exemplary behaviour and high attendance rates. Students with special educational needs are treated with utmost dignity and respect, showing significant progress in their learning journey.
Wellbeing
The governing board, principal, and senior staff successfully promote a culture of well-being within the school. This effort ensures that students embody positivity, respect, reflectiveness, and kindness. Staff members express a profound sense of connection to the school community. The curriculum is well crafted and seamlessly integrated throughout the school, fostering environments in classrooms where active learning flourishes and the well-being of everyone is a priority.
Inclusion
Due to the commitment of governors, parents and leaders, this is a highly inclusive school. Identification processes are sensitive and fully understood and appreciated by parents. Consequently, trusting relationships have been established and channels of communication are clear and transparent. The development of supportive learning pathways for students with complex learning profiles is effective. The school has good evidence that students of determination make progress in line with, and often above their abilities.
Leadership and management
The school principal is highly effective. The full leadership team are visionary and focus on improving student outcomes. The school undertakes sensible and careful self-evaluation which is based on data and on a commitment to promoting well-being. Leadership and management ensure students are happy, safe, and secure. Parents are fully involved in school matters and participate in governance and advisory boards. The facilities and staffing levels are exceptional, and students benefit from positive classroom climates.
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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 16 Oct 20265 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 | Post-16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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, Dubai British School Jumeirah ParkIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2019–20 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentPrimary | |||||
| Islamic Education attainmentSecondary | |||||
| Islamic Education attainmentPost-16 | Islamic Education attainment, Post-16: not rated from 2017–18 to 2019–20 | ||||
| Islamic Education progressPrimary | |||||
| Islamic Education progressSecondary | |||||
| Islamic Education progressPost-16 | Islamic Education progress, Post-16: not rated from 2017–18 to 2019–20 | ||||
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 Outstanding Achievement | Not in this report | |
| Teaching and Learning: Improving reading literacy | ||
| Overall school standards in the National Agenda Parameter | Not in this report |
Registration requirements: Met Fully
- In the recent Progress in Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) tests, the school exceeded its set targets by a significant margin.
- Outcomes in the National Agenda Parameter (NAP)Tests for all students, including the Emirati cohort, were outstanding in English, mathematics and science.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Progress in international assessments — is above expectations
- 2019–20: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2017–18: Attainment as measured by the N.A.P. benchmark tests — is above expectations in English, mathematics and science
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).
- Vocational only. A BTEC Level 3 Diploma counts as a technical certificate, not the general secondary certificate.
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 · FC Barca
- Basketball · NBA Basketball
Water sports
- Swimming · swim galas · swim confidence
Individual sports
- Athletics · Unified Games Athletics competitions
- Gymnastics
- Yoga & fitness · Yogi Bees – Yoga · Primal Fitness – Functional Fitness club
Music
- Instrument lessons · Guitar Club
Art & design
- Photography & film · The Photo Club – Photography club
Science & technology
- Robotics
Debate & strategy
- Chess · Signature Chess Club – Chess
Award programmes
- Duke of Edinburgh / IAYP · Duke of Edinburgh Award · will include an overnight hiking expedition
Facilities
- Sports hall
- Sports courts
- Playing field
- Swimming pool
- Dance studio
- Music rooms
- Art studio
Mentioned in earlier KHDA reports
- Art
Also mentioned: Roll DXB – Roller Skating, Supersonics – DJ club, Arabic competitions
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School website, read 24 September 2026
Checked 24 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 · Children studying Arabic as a first language are closely tracked within the wider school assessment system.
Facilities
- Ramps and lifts
External examinations
- GL
- CAT4
- IBT
- BTEC
- IGCSE
- GCSE
- A Level
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Very secure systems identify students of determination. p. 21
- Individual education plans (IEPs) establish support, modify the curriculum to suit students’ learning, and generate maximum academic and personal progress. p. 21
- Thorough assessment processes enable staff to identify and enhance provision for students with gifts and talents. p. 21
- Counsellors, including the careers counsellor, offer highly effective guidance for wellbeing and personal development, and provide advice and guidance towards making informed career choices. p. 21
- Identification processes are rigorous. p. 22
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 15 year groupsNote 1
AED 65,719 to AED 111,799Source 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, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, 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 65,719 | AED 65,719 |
| FS2 | AED 65,719 | AED 65,719 |
| Primary | ||
| Year 1 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Year 2 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Year 3 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Year 4 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Year 5 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Year 6 | AED 83,849 | AED 83,849 |
| Secondary | ||
| Year 7 | AED 95,029 | AED 95,029 |
| Year 8 | AED 95,029 | AED 95,029 |
| Year 9 | AED 95,029 | AED 95,029 |
| Year 10 | AED 111,799 | AED 111,799 |
| Year 11 | AED 111,799 | AED 111,799 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Year 12 | AED 111,799 | AED 111,799 |
| Year 13 | AED 111,799 | AED 111,799 |
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
10 findings in the last report: 5 strengths, 5 development points, 3 recurring across the last 5 reports.
Early years
Note 11 strength
StrengthFoundation Stage (FS)
The Foundation Stage (FS), where teaching and learning are personalised by inspiring teachers.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
English
1 strength
Strength
Students' outstanding performance in English and science across all phases.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Health, safety and safeguarding
1 strength
Strength
The care, support and safety that students experience within positive classroom climates.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Parents and community
1 strength
Strength
The support, commitment and involvement of parents in their children's inclusive education.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Leadership and self-evaluation
1 strength
Strength
The outstanding leadership and governance of the school, and the focus on improving students’ outcomes.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Islamic Education
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 5 reportsNote 2
Consolidate the use of assessment in Islamic Education and Arabic.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 11
Attainment and progress
2 development points
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reportsPost-16 phase
Ensure consistency of high-quality teaching at the post-16 phase, and enable students to demonstrate their learning skills in all subjects.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 12
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reports
Set clearly measurable targets for reading aimed at further improvement.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 9, paragraph 4
Personal development and wellbeing
2 development points
Development required
Increase opportunities for student wellbeing committee members to play an even greater role in the development of wellbeing.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 10, paragraph 9
Development required
Enhance the monitoring of the impact of wellbeing provision.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 10, paragraph 10
Findings from 1 of 5 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
5 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2017–18 to 2023–24.
History of Dubai British School Jumeirah ParkOverall 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
- 2023–24Up from Very goodNote 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2019–20Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2020–21 and 2021–22No inspection.
- 2019–20Up from GoodFull Inspection Report 2019–20 (opens in a new tab)
- 2018–19Same as 2017–18Full Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- 2017–18First reportFull Inspection Report 2017–18 (opens in a new tab)
- 2016–17No inspection.
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, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 2,142 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 2,103 | 163 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 2,016 | 166 | 6% |
| 2021–22 | 1,796 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 1,244 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,064 | 103 | 25% |
| 2018–19 | 1,025 | 89 | 15% |
| 2017–18 | 885 | Not available | 0% |
| 2016–17 | 476 | Not available | Not available |
| 2015–16 | 307 | 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
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)