Greenfield International School
IB curriculum, Dubai Investment Park First, Pre-KG–Grade 12
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
- IB
- Year groups
- Pre-KG–Grade 12
- Languages of instruction
- English
- Founded
- 2007
- External examinations
- IB Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- IB, NEASC Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Art, Photography & film, Robotics and more, 3 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 1,774 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 112 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 176 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 7 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- Arab Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- KHDA gives no share. Context only, never used in results.
- Guidance counsellors
- 2 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Leigh Robin Kelly-Girven Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 4 Jun 2021, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2011–12
- 3 changes of principal
- Angela Hollington, 2011–12 to 2013–14 → Andrew Wood, 2015–16 to 2017–18 → Allan Weston, 2019–20 → Leigh Robin Kelly-Girven, 2022–23 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Dubai Investment Park First
- Phone and email
- +971 4 885 6600lgirven@gischool.ae
- 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: Very good in 1 report, Good in 10 reports and Acceptable in 2 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Very good in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Very good 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 | KG | PYP | MYP | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Student achievement is strong across subjects and phases, particularly in English, mathematics, and science. In Islamic education and Arabic as a first language, students' attainment is only acceptable. In English the attainment and progress in Middle Years and Diploma Programme (MYP and DP) are the strongest. In Arabic as an additional language students’ progress is good but the attainment in the MYP is acceptable. National Agenda benchmark results are strong.
Personal and social development
Students demonstrate mature, responsible behaviour and enjoy strong relationships. They exhibit cultural awareness, respecting the UAE's heritage while appreciating diversity. Students actively contribute to the school and wider community through voluntary projects, entrepreneurship programmes, and environmental initiatives. Their commitment to healthy living and academic excellence fosters a positive school culture. As members of The Alliance of Sustainable Schools (TASS), students are committed to developing sustainable practices within their school and the wider community.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teaching is very effective, with teachers showing great understanding and building relationships that create positive learning environments. Lessons are usually well-planned, but how fast and deep they go can vary. When questioning is done well, it encourages deep thinking. Good lessons meet each student's needs with the right level of challenge and support. Using assessment information to make sure every student is challenged appropriately is something that varies across classes.
Wellbeing
The promotion of well-being is central to the school's caring, positive environment. It is effectively established through stakeholder collaboration and regular policy reviews. Multiple communication channels keep the community informed. Data analysis and holistic monitoring ensure customised support from counsellors and teachers. Students initiate improvements to promote community well-being. A developmental approach spans ages and curricula, reinforced by assemblies and activities. Restorative justice and professional development aid implementation of this comprehensive, embedded well-being programme.
Inclusion
The inclusion department's vision aligns with the school's commitment to diversity and accessibility. Identification and intervention procedures have improved with input from all stakeholders. Ongoing parent communication builds trust and engagement. Customised plans provide classroom strategies and targeted support. While differentiation is inconsistent, flexible pathways ensure progression. Robust monitoring and data analysis inform adjustments to provision for maximum target attainment. Most students succeed on personal and academic measures.
Leadership and management
Leadership at every level actively strives for academic excellence, wellbeing, and inclusive learning. However, variability in middle leadership sometimes hinders innovation and improvement efforts. Despite the challenges of staff and student turnover, the school maintains quality teaching, strong communication, and high morale. Leaders regularly involve stakeholders in self-evaluation and planning, yet they need to monitor more closely to guarantee the sustained impact of these improvements. The school benefits from strong governance, enriching partnerships, well-managed resources, and efficient operations that enhance the learning environment.
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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, Greenfield International SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2015–16 | 2016–17 | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2019–20 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentDP | Not in this report | ||||||
| Islamic Education attainmentDP/CP | Islamic Education attainment, DP/CP: not rated from 2015–16 to 2016–17 | Islamic Education attainment, DP/CP: not rated from 2018–19 to 2023–24 | |||||
| Islamic Education attainmentMYP | |||||||
| Islamic Education attainmentPYP | |||||||
| Islamic Education progressDP | Not in this report | ||||||
| Islamic Education progressDP/CP | Islamic Education progress, DP/CP: not rated from 2015–16 to 2016–17 | Islamic Education progress, DP/CP: not rated from 2018–19 to 2023–24 | |||||
| Islamic Education progressMYP | |||||||
| Islamic Education progressPYP | |||||||
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 | ||
| Overall school standards in the National Agenda Parameter | Not in this report |
Registration requirements: Met Fully
- In 2021, students’ outcomes in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) were just below the high international benchmark, resulting in the school narrowly missing its target.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is above expectations
- 2019–20: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — meets expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — meets expectations
- 2017–18: Attainment as measured by the benchmark tests — meets expectations in English but is below expectations in Arabic, mathematics and science
- 2016–17: Overall, the school’s improvement towards achieving its National Agenda targets — meets expectations
- 2015–16: Progress towards meeting the National Agenda targets — was as expected
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:
- Vocational only. A BTEC Level 3 Diploma counts as a technical certificate, not the general secondary certificate.
- IB: the IB Diploma, or six IB subject certificates at grade 3 or above with 21 points, including English, maths and a science.
- Vocational only. The IB Career-related Programme 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.
Art & design
- Art
- Photography & film · media podcasts · podcasts
Science & technology
- Robotics
Facilities
- Swimming pool
Mentioned in earlier KHDA reports
- Duke of Edinburgh / IAYP
- Model United Nations
Also mentioned: reading competitions, Market Day, Business Plan Competition, fashion show
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Full Inspection Report 2022–23
Page 13
Checked 16 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 · for children in KG2
External examinations
- IB
Facilities
- Libraries
Courses after 16
- IB Career-related · careers-related programme
- BTEC · BTEC courses
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Students with more significant needs are supported and closely monitored by learning support assistants (LSAs). p. 19
- Most teachers implement the strategies written in the individual education plans (IEPs). p. 19
- Most students of determination remain in their classes with occasional personalised withdrawal lessons. p. 19
- The school has improved the identification and intervention procedures for students of determination. p. 19
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 15 year groupsNote 1
AED 35,092 to AED 89,192Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Pre-KG to Grade 12, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, Greenfield International 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 | ||
| Pre-KG | AED 35,092 | AED 35,092 |
| KG1 | AED 48,434 | AED 48,434 |
| KG2 | AED 48,434 | AED 48,434 |
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Grade 2 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Grade 3 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Grade 4 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Grade 5 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Grade 6 | AED 58,124 | AED 58,124 |
| Secondary | ||
| Grade 7 | AED 72,976 | AED 72,976 |
| Grade 8 | AED 72,976 | AED 72,976 |
| Grade 9 | AED 83,786 | AED 83,786 |
| Grade 10 | AED 83,786 | AED 83,786 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Grade 11 | AED 89,192 | AED 89,192 |
| Grade 12 | AED 89,192 | AED 89,192 |
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
8 findings in the last report: 5 strengths, 3 development points, 3 recurring across the last 5 reports.
Personal development and wellbeing
Note 11 strength
Strength
Students’ excellent personal development, their understanding of Islamic values, social responsibility and leadership skills
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Attainment and progress
1 strength
StrengthDP
Students’ achievements in English, mathematics and science, particularly in the DP
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Health, safety and safeguarding
1 strength
Strength
The outstanding health and safety procedures, and the pastoral care and support of students
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Parents and community
1 strength
Strength
The excellent parental involvement, diverse curriculum pathways for senior students, and the links with the wider community
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Staffing, facilities and resources
1 strength
Strength
The efficient daily management of the school and the excellent quality of facilities and resources
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Teaching
2 development points
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 5 reportsNote 2
Implement effective teaching practices mirroring the best in the school, so that all students achieve well, particularly in Islamic Education and Arabic.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 5 reports
Enhance the capacity of leaders to enable the school to adjust to the changing demographics, and effectively monitor and improve teaching to ensure better students' outcomes in lessons.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 11
Assessment
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 3 of the last 5 reportsStudents of determination
Ensure that all teachers use assessment information to deliver challenging lessons that meet the needs of all ability groups, including students of determination.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Findings from 1 of 11 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
14 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2008–09 to 2023–24.
History of Greenfield International 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)
- 2022–23Up from GoodFull Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2020–21 and 2021–22No inspection.
- 2019–20Same as 2018–19Full Inspection Report 2019–20 (opens in a new tab)
- 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)
- 2016–17Same as 2015–16Full Inspection Report 2016–17 (opens in a new tab)
- 2015–16Same as 2014–15Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Six-level scale starts in 2015–16. Earlier reports used four levels.
- 2014–15Same as 2013–14Full Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- 2013–14Up from AcceptableFull Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- 2012–13Same as 2011–12Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- 2011–12Down from GoodFull Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- 2010–11Same as 2009–10Full Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- 2009–10Same as 2008–09Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- 2008–09First reportFull Inspection Report 2008–09 (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, Greenfield International School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 1,774 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 1,557 | 112 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 1,369 | 106 | 22% |
| 2021–22 | 1,206 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 1,201 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,194 | 99 | 28% |
| 2018–19 | 1,260 | Not available | Not available |
| 2017–18 | 1,258 | 102 | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 1,275 | 102 | 12% |
| 2015–16 | 1,301 | 107 | 11% |
| 2014–15 | 1,241 | Not available | Not available |
| 2013–14 | 1,096 | Not available | Not available |
| 2012–13 | 987 | Not available | Not available |
| 2011–12 | 985 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010–11 | 679 | 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 2019–20 (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)
- Full Inspection Report 2015–16 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2014–15 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2010–11 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2009–10 (opens in a new tab)
- Full Inspection Report 2008–09 (opens in a new tab)
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 2019–20 (opens in a new tab)