National Charity School Primary (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C)
MOE curriculum, Abu Hail, Grade 1–Grade 4
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
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
- MOE
- Year groups
- Grade 1–Grade 4
- Gender
- Not available
- The report’s wording “Please select” is not one KHDA uses for gender; needs checking.
- Languages of instruction
- Arabic
- Founded
- 2021
- External examinations
- MoE Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- MoE Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Named in the 2023–24 report: see What the school offers
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 715 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 38 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 19 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 0 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
- 1 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Reem H. Kh. Husein Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 6 Feb 2022, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2022–23
- No change of principal
- REEM H. KH. HUSEIN, 2022–23 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Abu Hail
- Phone and email
- +971 4 389 7600reem.hesein@charityschools.com
- 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.
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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: Acceptable in 1 report.
TeachingTeaching for effective learning
Not available2023–24
AssessmentAssessment
Not available2023–24
CurriculumCurriculum
Not available2023–24
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
Not available2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Acceptable in 1 report.
SafeguardingHealth, safety and safeguarding
Not available2023–24
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Acceptable in 1 report.
Checked 16 September 2026.
Wellbeing, 2022–23 report: Moderate
«The quality of wellbeing provision and outcomes is at a moderate level:» p. 9
In 2021-22 and 2022-23 KHDA judged wellbeing on its own scale — Very high, High, Moderate, Low — not the six inspection words, so it is shown in its own words and not compared with them.
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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
Most students make progress in line with curriculum expectations and attain well in most subjects. Their improving skills, knowledge and understanding are evident in their work in observed lessons and over time in their written work. They do better in Arabic as a first language and Islamic education than in the other subjects. Students' use of technology in lessons is limited, and they tend to depend too much on the teacher in learning.
Personal and social development
Students typically find learning enjoyable and hold a favourable view of their school. While their behaviour in the classroom may not consistently meet ideal standards, they exhibit a strong understanding of Islamic values, UAE culture, and global cultures. However, they may have limited knowledge about their own cultural heritage. These students are socially engaged, showing concern for their school environment, and actively participating in various activities that benefit both the school and the local community.
Teaching, curriculum and care
The quality of teaching remains at an acceptable level. Students are not consistently provided with sufficient opportunities for independent learning or exploration without direct teacher intervention, though there is a gradual shift towards reducing teacher-centered lessons. While the school collects and reviews test results, their effective integration into lesson planning is lacking.
Wellbeing
The leadership has a vision for well-being within their policies, although they may not reference it frequently. There are occasional assessments of what's working well and areas needing improvement, but these assessments don't always lead to concrete changes in their plans. The school community, including parents and students, collaboratively participates in shaping well-being initiatives. Curriculum plans intermittently factor in students' well-being. Students are gradually developing an understanding of what contributes to their own self-esteem and well-being.
Inclusion
The principal and governance promote a vision of inclusion. The school's structure is generally effective in addressing the diverse needs of students, including students of determination. Teachers usually possess a good understanding of their students' requirements, with assistance from external experts in identifying and planning for those needs. Not all teachers refer to students' individual education plans when planning and teaching. Parents of students with determination express high levels of satisfaction with the school.
Leadership and management
The principal provides valuable support to the newly appointed middle leaders, enhancing their induction. The school's planning covers a broad range of aspects but sometimes lacks a sharp focus on the most critical matters. School leaders maintain effective collaboration with parents, who regard the school as a second home. Governors oversee the performance of school leaders, although it might benefit from more structured organization. The school possesses adequate resources required for teaching and learning.
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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 (MoE Schools)
- 12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 20265 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 | Primary |
|---|---|
| Islamic Education | |
| Arabic | |
| English | |
| Mathematics | |
| Science |
Source Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
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, National Charity School Primary (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C)Islamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentCycle 1 | ||
| Islamic Education progressCycle 1 |
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 | Not applicable | |
| Leadership: International and Emirati Achievement | Not in this report | |
| Teaching and Learning: Improving reading literacy | Not applicable | |
| Overall school standards in the National Agenda Parameter are | Not in this report |
Registration requirements: Met Fully
- The school has one PIRLS result from 2021, which shows a score of 474 (low international benchmark).
- Information from benchmark assessments show consistently acceptable outcomes in English, mathematics and science for Grade 4.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — is below expectations
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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.
Neither the school’s website nor KHDA’s reports we read name a specific sport or activity.
Also mentioned: Islamic Activities
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Other 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 · as a first language
External examinations
- MoE
Facilities
- Computer laboratory
- Library
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- The head of inclusion leads a team that includes learning support assistants. p. 19
- A range of procedures is used to identify students of determination. p. 19
- The school engages the services of external specialists to support the identification process and the provision and planning of academic interventions. p. 19
- Students who experience the most significant needs are provided with Individual Education Plans (IEPs). p. 19
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees
Tuition across 4 year groupsNote 1
AED 4,722 to AED 5,377Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Grade 1 to Grade 4, 2026–27
Tuition is the same as in 2025–26 for every year group.
Annual tuition by year group, National Charity School Primary (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C), 2026–27 compared with 2025–26
| Year group | 2026–27Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27 | 2025–26Source B: Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 4,722 | AED 4,722 |
| Grade 2 | AED 4,722 | AED 4,722 |
| Grade 3 | AED 4,722 | AED 4,722 |
| Grade 4 | AED 5,377 | AED 5,377 |
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 4 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
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Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 4 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: 4 strengths, 4 development points, 3 recurring across the last 2 reports.
Arabic
Note 11 strength
Strength
Students’ good achievement in Arabic, as a first language, and Islamic Education
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Personal development and wellbeing
2 strengths
Strength
Students’ personal development, their understanding of Islamic values and UAE and world cultures, and their social responsibility
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Strength
The care and support students receive at the school
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Assessment
1 strength, 1 development point
Strength
The improved processes the school follows in collecting and analysing assessment data and the improved quality of engagement with parents and the community.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Development requiredStudents of determination
Make better use of assessment information to meet the learning needs of all groups of students, including students of determination.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Leadership and self-evaluation
2 development points
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 2 reportsNote 2
Ensure that the goals for school improvement are prioritised, based on the findings of the self-evaluation process, and monitored for their impact on provision and student outcomes.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 2 reports
Ensure middle leaders play a more effective role in sharing best practices in teaching, including classroom management skills, to secure at least good attainment and progress across all the subjects.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Teaching
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 2 reports
Improve students’ engagement and independence in learning and their use of learning technologies in lessons.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 11
Findings from 1 of 2 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 2 reports, 2022–23 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
History
2 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2022–23 to 2023–24.
History of National Charity School Primary (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C)Overall 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)
- 2022–23First reportFull Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2021–22No inspection.
- Opened in 2021–22. No reports before this year.
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, National Charity School Primary (Br of The National Charity School for Boys L.L.C)
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 715 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 711 | 38 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 782 | 38 | 8% |
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)