Greenwood International School
American curriculum, Muhaisnah First, KG1–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
- American
- Year groups
- KG1–Grade 12
- Languages of instruction
- English
- Founded
- 1992
- External examinations
- AP Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- NEASC Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Drama, Art and more, 2 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 1,251 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 107 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 59 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 1,015 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- Emirati 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
- Lina Ali El Halabi Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 12 Sep 2021, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2011–12
- 2 changes of principal
- Rashida M. Badri, 2011–12 to 2017–18 → Abdul Hafiz Kaissi, 2018–19 to 2019–20 → Lina Ali El Halabi, 2022–23 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Muhaisnah First
- Phone and email
- +971 4 288 8000rbadri40@emirates.net.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: Good in 11 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: Good in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: 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 | Elementary | Middle | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 KG make a very effective start to school. There have been improvements in progress in both Arabic and Islamic Education in the middle school and in mathematics and science in elementary and middle schools respectively.
Personal and social development
Students personal and social development is a strength of the school and students' appreciation of Islamic values and social contributions respectively have improved.
Teaching, curriculum and care
Teaching and assessment in Kindergarten (KG) are strong, showing notable improvements in assessment recently. The school effectively collects and analyses student data, showing a commitment to evidence-based teaching. However, using this data consistently in the classroom varies, leading to some students not receiving the support or challenge they need. Addressing this inconsistency is important for enhancing student outcomes.
Wellbeing
The caring approach towards students is a strength. Led by an effective team, the school prioritises well-being and has comprehensive policies and action plans in place. Personal development is a priority, and strong Islamic values underpin generally good behavior. Classrooms are engaging and there are strong partnerships with parents. There is a culture of respect, and this contributes to personal well-being.
Inclusion
The school champions inclusion, welcoming all students. Specialist teachers, using individual education plans, offer tailored support, with parents actively involved. Home-school communication is good but could improve. Most teachers adapt lessons to lower learning barriers. Comprehensive assessment systems track students' personal and academic progress, ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment. This approach reflects the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Leadership and management
Leadership across the school is strong, with the Principal being a notably talented and impactful leader. Since last inspection, the leadership team has been restructured to include leaders responsible for curriculum and teaching and learning. The procedures for self-evaluation are now much more inclusive and accurate. Resources across the school have improved but are yet to produce a sustained impact.
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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
- Other school holidays
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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, Greenwood International SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2015–16 | 2016–17 | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2019–20 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentMiddle | |||||||
| Islamic Education attainmentElementary | |||||||
| Islamic Education attainmentHigh | |||||||
| Islamic Education progressMiddle | |||||||
| Islamic Education progressElementary | |||||||
| Islamic Education progressHigh |
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 the recent Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), the school did not meet its targets, although it had improved from the previous score.
- However, results from the Measurements of Academic Progress (MAP) benchmark tests indicated that students’ outcomes, in all phases, were weak in the four elements of language, reading, science and mathematics.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Overall, the school’s progress toward achieving the UAE National Agenda targets — is approaching expectations
- 2019–20: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve its UAE National Agenda targets — is approaching expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is approaching expectations
- 2017–18: Overall, the school's provision for achieving its National Agenda targets — meets expectations
- 2016–17: Attainment based on the National Agenda parameter — is below expectations
- 2015–16: no verdict read
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:
- American: five approved subjects a year in Grades 10 to 12 (D or 60%), an English score (EmSAT 1100, IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL iBT 61) and a maths score (EmSAT 500 or SAT 450). Without the scores, the equivalency is limited.
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.
Theatre
- Drama
Art & design
- Art · art lessons
Facilities
- Sports hall
· - Swimming pool
- Theatre or auditorium
Mentioned in earlier KHDA reports
- Debate & public speaking
- Model United Nations
Also mentioned: Injaz Programme
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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 · for all children
Courses after 16
- Advanced Placement · Advanced Placement (AP)
External examinations
- AP
Facilities
- Libraries
- Laboratories
- Multi-purpose hall
- Swimming pool
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- A systematic process guides the identification of students of determination and those who are gifted and talented. p. 4
- A team of qualified and experienced specialist teachers, guided by individual education plans (IEPs), provides personalized support for identified students. 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 greenwood.sch.ae, 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.
Exam results
- «The first batch of GIS graduates was the 2011-2012 Grade 12 students.» greenwood.sch.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
Admissions
- «A child who has reached, or will have reached, the age of four years on August 31 for the admission year in which the academic year starts in September may be admitted to the first KG level.» greenwood.sch.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «The child who has reached or will have reached the age of five years on August 31 for the admission year in which their academic year starts in September shall be admitted to the second KG level.» greenwood.sch.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «The child who has reached or will have reached the age of six years on August 31 in the admission year, and has not exceeded the age of eight years for which the academic year starts in September, shall be admitted in the first elementary level.» greenwood.sch.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Registration can open starting March/April of every academic year.» greenwood.sch.ae 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 14 year groupsNote 1
AED 20,124 to AED 30,860Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
KG1 to Grade 12, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, Greenwood 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 | ||
| KG1 | AED 20,124 | AED 20,124 |
| KG2 | AED 20,124 | AED 20,124 |
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 22,811 | AED 22,811 |
| Grade 2 | AED 22,811 | AED 22,811 |
| Grade 3 | AED 22,811 | AED 22,811 |
| Grade 4 | AED 25,492 | AED 25,492 |
| Grade 5 | AED 25,492 | AED 25,492 |
| Grade 6 | AED 25,492 | AED 25,492 |
| Secondary | ||
| Grade 7 | AED 28,178 | AED 28,178 |
| Grade 8 | AED 28,178 | AED 28,178 |
| Grade 9 | AED 28,178 | AED 28,178 |
| Grade 10 | AED 30,860 | AED 30,860 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Grade 11 | AED 30,860 | AED 30,860 |
| Grade 12 | AED 30,860 | AED 30,860 |
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 14 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 14 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
6 findings in the last report: 3 strengths, 3 development points, 2 recurring across the last 5 reports.
Personal development and wellbeing
Note 11 strength
Strength
The excellent personal and social development of students across the school, based on strong Islamic values
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Attainment and progress
1 strength
Strength
The improving levels of achievement in many core subjects, supported by a safe, secure and caring learning environment
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Early years
1 strength
StrengthKG
The very good provision and outcomes in the KG
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Assessment
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reportsNote 2
Ensure that assessment data from internal and external sources are used more consistently to improve the support and challenge for all students.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Governance
1 development point
Development required
Ensure sufficient breadth of representation on the governing board.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Arabic
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 5 reportsElementary and middle schools
Improve students’ outcomes in Arabic, particularly in the elementary and middle schools.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
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 Greenwood 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)
- 2022–23Same as 2019–20Full 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)
- 2013–14Same as 2012–13Full Inspection Report 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)
- 2012–13Same as 2011–12Full Inspection Report 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)
- 2011–12Same as 2010–11Full Inspection Report 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)
- 2010–11Up from AcceptableFull 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, Greenwood International School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 1,251 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 1,262 | 107 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 1,264 | 107 | 15% |
| 2021–22 | 1,266 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 1,383 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,402 | 108 | 24% |
| 2018–19 | 1,345 | 100 | 25% |
| 2017–18 | 1,278 | 100 | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 1,098 | 73 | 28% |
| 2015–16 | 1,077 | 68 | 19% |
| 2014–15 | 1,023 | 76 | 22% |
| 2013–14 | 989 | Not available | Not available |
| 2012–13 | 866 | Not available | Not available |
| 2011–12 | 832 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010–11 | 733 | 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 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)KHDA school directory 2013–14 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2012–13 (opens in a new tab)KHDA school directory 2011–12 (opens in a new tab)