Next Generation School
American curriculum, Al Barsha 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
- American
- Year groups
- Pre-KG–Grade 12
- Languages of instruction
- English, Arabic
- Founded
- 2016
- Accreditation
- NEASC Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Swimming, Drama, Art, Robotics and more, 7 confirmed
Students and staff
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 1,480 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 100 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 117 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 166 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
- 5 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- David Kinkead Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 1 Sep 2021, as the report prints it.
- Principals since 2018–19
- 1 change of principal
- Feriha Ramadan - VP, 2018–19 → Mr. David Kinkead, 2021–22 to 2023–24
Contact
- Address
- Al Barsha First
- Phone and email
- +971 4 581 7700principal@nextgenerationschool.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
Up from Acceptable Earlier: Acceptable in 4 reports.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
First rated in 2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Up from Acceptable Earlier: Acceptable in 2 reports.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Good in 1 report and Acceptable 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 kindergarten (KG) make good progress in all subjects. Attainment remains a key challenge for all students which is, in part due to their experiences as second language learners. Islamic education is the exception and where students perform well. Levels of progress in most subjects and phases are improving and supported this year, by good teaching and learning across the school.
Personal and social development
Across the school, students behave well. They possess very positive and responsible attitudes towards learning and their school. Students demonstrate a strong awareness of Islamic values. Islamic values are promoted by the Resident Imam, during Islamic education lessons and Islamic Talk weekly activities. Students show a positive work ethic and are developing entrepreneurial skills through extra-curricular activities and clubs. They engage in a range of projects, including volunteering and making charitable donations
Teaching, curriculum and care
This year, the teaching quality at the school has seen notable improvement and is now considered good across all phases. In KG, lessons are designed with creativity, while in the upper phases, teachers effectively challenge and support students, leading to further improvement. The school employs external and international benchmarks to gauge student performance and tailor learning activities to various student groups. Enhancing focus on literacy, numeracy, and scientific skills is expected to accelerate student progress.
Wellbeing
A clear vision for well-being results in a positive, inclusive school environment. Actions plans are based on survey data and outline areas in need of attention. Parent representatives serve on the governing board to support well-being in the community. Student voice is heard through the student council and student-led clubs. Most students understanding the importance of taking responsibility for their own well-being. Online safety protocols are prioritised to safeguard the well-being of all students.
Inclusion
The school has good, inclusion policies and procedures.The inclusion and admissions teams work together to ensure accurate and early identification of students’ needs. Parents of students of determination fully appreciate the progress their children are making. Highly effective personal support from staff greatly contributes to students' developing independence. A strong partnership between classroom teachers, parents and inclusion staff helps students to achieve their goals.
Leadership and management
A highly committed leadership team, including the principal, have improved student outcomes and provision across all phases. Strong levels of support by governors and parents aare a very positive feature in establishing an inclusive environment and one that prioritises well-being. Islamic values guide practice and policy in well-articulated plans for future development. The premises are modern and well-designed with additional specialist facilities. The school is now rated as good by KHDA.
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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
- 14 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 20263 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
- Second midterm break
- 18 Feb 2027 to 19 Feb 20272 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, Next Generation SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2018–19 | 2021–22 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentMiddle | ||||
| Islamic Education attainmentElementary | ||||
| Islamic Education attainmentHigh | Not in this report | |||
| Islamic Education progressMiddle | ||||
| Islamic Education progressElementary | ||||
| Islamic Education progressHigh | Not in this report |
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 |
The school meets the registration requirements for the National Agenda Parameter.
- With an average score of 528, the school fell below its target in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) by more than 20 points in the first test outcome in 2021.
- Whole school progression in standardized benchmark assessments saw science improve to good in Grades 7 and 9.
- However, English and mathematics sustained weak progression.
- Emirati students underachieved in English, mathematics, and science.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Progress in international assessment — is below expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve its UAE National Agenda targets — is approaching 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:
- 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.
Water sports
- Swimming · competitive training and recreational swimming
Theatre
- Drama · Drama Club
Art & design
- Art · Art & Design
Science & technology
- Robotics · robotics club
- Coding · programming
Debate & strategy
- Debate & public speaking · SPEECH & DEBATE
- Chess · chess club
Facilities
- Art studio
- Sports courts
- Swimming pool
· - Sports hall
Also mentioned: Wonderful Me Physical fitness, motor skills, and sports development for various age groups, Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN), Islamic Council, Student Council
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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 · All Arab and non-Arab children learn Arabic in combined lessons for 300 minutes weekly.
Courses after 16
- Advanced Placement · Advance Placement (AP) courses
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- The inclusion and admissions teams work together to ensure accurate and early identification of students’ needs. p. 19
- Parents of students of determination appreciate the progress that their children are making. They are guided effectively to plan their children’s individual education programs (IEPs). p. 19
- Inclusion leaders provide specialized training for teachers and learning support staff to help them to meet individual needs. p. 19
- Students with more complex needs are enrolled in the Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN), beginning in the middle school. p. 18
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Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 4
Checked 16 September 2026.
On the school's website
What the school says about itself on nextgenerationschool.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.
Admissions
- «Admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year are now open from KG to Grade 12.» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Children enrolling in Pre-KG in schools starting in September must be 3 years old on or before August 31 of that year.» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Children enrolling in Pre-KG in schools starting in April must be 3 years old on or before March 31 of that year.» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Children enrolling in KG1 must be 4 years old on or before August 31 for schools starting in September.» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
School buses
- «1 | Al Barsha 1, 2 and 3, Greens, Tecom | 7400 | 3400 | 5440» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «2 | Al Barsha South, Al Khail Road, Al Qouz, Al Qouz 2, Al Sofouh, Arjan, Dubai Marina, Umm Suqeim, JBR, JLT, JVC, JVT, Dubai hills | 7920 | 3600 | 5760» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «3 | Al Deyafa, Al Safa, IMPZ, Satwa, Shaikh Zayed Road, Sport City, Springs, Trade Center, Al Badaa, Jumeirah Island, Jumeirah Area Jumeirah Park, Motor City, Mudon, Remraam, Arabian Ranches, Damac Hills 1 | 8140 | 3700 | 5920» nextgenerationschool.ae on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «4 | Al Mankhool, Al Karama, Bur Dubai, Business Bay, Discovery Gardens, Gardens, Jebel Ali Village, Al Quadra, Town Square, Al Furjan, Mira. | 8360 | 3800 | 6080» nextgenerationschool.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 15 year groupsNote 1
AED 25,076 to AED 49,376Source 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, Next Generation 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 25,076 | AED 25,076 |
| KG1 | AED 29,389 | AED 29,389 |
| KG2 | AED 31,607 | AED 31,607 |
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 36,044 | AED 36,044 |
| Grade 2 | AED 37,152 | AED 37,152 |
| Grade 3 | AED 38,262 | AED 38,262 |
| Grade 4 | AED 39,370 | AED 39,370 |
| Grade 5 | AED 40,479 | AED 40,479 |
| Grade 6 | AED 41,589 | AED 41,589 |
| Secondary | ||
| Grade 7 | AED 42,697 | AED 42,697 |
| Grade 8 | AED 43,807 | AED 43,807 |
| Grade 9 | AED 44,915 | AED 44,915 |
| Grade 10 | AED 46,025 | AED 46,025 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Grade 11 | AED 47,133 | AED 47,133 |
| Grade 12 | AED 49,376 | AED 49,376 |
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: 4 strengths, 3 development points, 2 recurring across the last 4 reports.
Early years
Note 11 strength
StrengthKG
The good quality of provision in KG, children’s enjoyment of learning and their good progress in all subjects.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Islamic Education
1 strength
Strength
The good achievement, in all phases, of students in Islamic Education.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Arabic
1 strength
Strength
Students’ improved progress in Arabic, English, mathematics, and science.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Inclusion of students of determination
1 strength
Strength
The support for inclusion by governors, leaders and parents, and the commitment to the wellbeing of the entire school community.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Attainment and progress
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 4 reportsNote 2
Raise attainment in the key subjects to be at least equivalent to those in Islamic Education.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 8
Reading and literacy
1 development point
Development required
Ensure that there is a clear focus on the development of literacy and numeracy in all subjects.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Teaching
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 4 reports
Improve further the quality and consistency of teaching and learning and ensure that the best use is made of assessment information to match learning activities to the needs of students.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Findings from 1 of 4 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 4 reports, 2018–19 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
History
4 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2018–19 to 2023–24.
History of Next Generation 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
- 2023–24Up from AcceptableNote 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)
- 2020–21Same as 2018–19Report not online
- 2019–20No inspection.
- 2018–19First reportFull Inspection Report 2018–19 (opens in a new tab)
- 2016–17 and 2017–18No 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, Next Generation School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 1,480 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 1,223 | 100 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 1,155 | 94 | 13% |
| 2021–22 | 960 | 78 | 18% |
| 2020–21 | 840 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,047 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 1,377 | 111 | 15% |
| 2017–18 | 1,062 | Not available | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 486 | 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)
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)