Swiss International Scientific School
Also known as: SISD
Swiss International Scientific School is a private IB curriculum school in Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, for boys and girls from Pre-KG to Grade 12. KHDA rated the school Very good in its 2023–24 inspection. Tuition for 2026–27 is AED 62,900 to AED 118,400 a year, depending on the year group.
Sources: KHDA inspection report 2023–24, p. 6; KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27.
- rating
- Very good: level 5 of 6 on KHDA’s scale, from Very weak to OutstandingKHDA 2023–24, p. 6What Very good means
- fee
- AED 62,900 – 118,400a year, Pre-KG to Grade 12, 2026–27Fees by year group at every school
- whole
- Which year group?See its fee and the cost to the end of school
- students
- 2,610 students2024–25, KHDA school directory
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Fees at this school, 2026–27
AED 62,900 – 118,400a year, Pre-KG to Grade 12, 2026–27
Not included: transport, uniform, books, trips, sibling discounts.
KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27.
Overview
Admissions
- Places
- KHDA does not publish how many places are free at a school or its waiting list. Ask the school directly, and early.
- Year groups
- Pre-KG to Grade 12Which year group for your child? → September 2027 intake →
- Age on entry
- Counted on 31 December of the year of entry, for a child registering in a UAE school for the first time from 2026–27 (31 August before that).Source UAE Ministry of Education, 17 December 2025
- Apply
- sisd.ae+971 4 375 0600info@sisd.aeTelephone and e-mail as KHDA's school directory lists them, checked 18 September 2026. What its own website says about admissions → How admission works across Dubai →
- Fees on entry
- «New Students — Application Fees : AED 500 (Assessment fees included)»«New Students — Enrolment Fees : Up to 10% of the tuition fees non refundable & deductible from the 1st term fees»Source KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27, Pre-KG
- Inspections
- This school's latest full inspection report is 2023–24. KHDA’s visits resume in 2026–27. A full inspection brings a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not. Ratings and reports →Source KHDA, 3 June 2026
The school
- Curriculum
- IB
- Year groups
- Pre-KG–Grade 12
- Gender
- Co-educational Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24Report wording: Boys and girls
- Languages of instruction
- The report’s wording “English, French, German” is not one KHDA uses for the language of instruction; needs checking.
- Founded
- 2015
- Name registered with KHDA
- Swiss International Scientific School FZ-LLC
- External examinations
- IBDP/IBCP Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Accreditation
- IBO Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Extra-curricular activities
- Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming and more, 13 confirmed
- Principal
- Pauline Elizabeth Clark Nord
- Website
- sisd.ae
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
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
Students show a solid understanding of Islamic studies, although Tajweed application needs enhancement. Arabic first language speakers excel in listening and writing, while second language readers struggle. German and French learners communicate better but lack in presentations. English proficiency has improved. Strong early mathematics foundations enable Diploma Programme students to very confidently explore calculus. The Primary Years Programme's investigative science approach leads to complex student-led investigations. Overall, students are enthusiastic and increasingly independent in their learning.
Personal and social development
Students exhibit responsible attitudes; willing to take risks and respond well to feedback. Relationships are mutually respectful. Attendance and punctuality are very good. Students link Islamic values to the learner profile. They appreciate UAE culture and the diversity of the school population. They feel their opinions are valued, and they influence developments. They take on leadership roles and engage in enterprise activities with social impact. They show insight of sustainability.
Teaching, curriculum and care
The KG curriculum promotes creativity. Lesson plans identify strategies. Co-teaching in KG and PYP enables learning in different languages. Assessments aligned with the curriculum, provide reliable data. External benchmarking leads to adapted curriculum. Diverse options prepare older students for next steps. Interdisciplinary units ensure connections with the world. Modifications to meet students’ needs are common. Aspirations and interests are fostered by an exceptional range of activities.
Wellbeing
The school fosters a positive well-being environment, championed by ambassadors who encourage self-regulation, engagement, and inclusivity. Leadership roles are embraced by students, while the indoor KG play area and sensory rooms offer secure havens for those with diverse needs. With 262 extracurricular activities engaging 68% of students, and a studentdriven well-being committee, the school prioritises holistic development. Student voices inspire assemblies and interventions, complemented by online safety workshops and motivational affirmations.
Inclusion
The inclusion team has established sensory rooms, and universal access is ensured for those with reduced mobility. Concise individual education plans detail students’ needs. Teachers are trained how to provide support during lessons. Fragile learners are offered short-term intervention or support. Tuesday coffee mornings encourage parental involvement, providing advice and guidance. Provision is modified to build confidence, resilience, and independence. Additional courses meet diverse needs in the upper phases.
Leadership and management
All leaders share a commitment to inclusion, well-being, sustainability and academic excellence. Improved self-evaluation has led to improved outcomes. Parents are engaged, with parenting workshops. Governors are informed of stakeholder satisfaction and trained to understand priorities. Student leaders play a significant leadership role. Staff development has had an impact on outcomes. Accommodation and resources ensure students’ excellence in academic and personal development.
- Back to text, source A
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.
What parents told KHDA (survey, 2018–19)
The 2023–24 inspection report has no parents’ survey section; this is how the 2018–19 report, the newest with one and 7 years old, sums up parents’ answers, in the inspectors’ words.
2018–19 inspection Source A: Full Inspection Report 2018–19
The majority of parents reported being involved in activities in the school.
They are particularly positive about how the school helps their children to develop the skills to learn effectively, about the information they receive, and about how the school keeps their children safe.
Most parents are happy with the school and report that it gives value for money.
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2018–19
Page 20
Checked 16 September 2026.
Fees 2026–27
Swiss International Scientific School tuition for 2026–27 is AED 62,900 (Pre-KG) to AED 118,400 (Grade 11 and Grade 12) across 15 year groups, as published in the school's KHDA Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27, after the discount the school lists; KHDA's approved tuition is AED 68,868 to AED 137,736.Note 1Source A: Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Approved tuition is unchanged from 2025–26 in every year group; the discount on the 2026–27 sheet is smaller than on the 2025–26 sheet, so the fee after the discount is higher in all 15 year groups; the school did not raise its approved fee.
Annual tuition by year group, Swiss International Scientific 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 62,900approved AED 68,868 | AED 60,834 |
| KG1 | AED 69,886approved AED 76,903 | AED 67,579 |
| KG2 | AED 69,886approved AED 76,903 | AED 67,579 |
| Primary | ||
| Grade 1 | AED 80,866approved AED 91,823 | AED 78,111 |
| Grade 2 | AED 80,866approved AED 91,823 | AED 78,111 |
| Grade 3 | AED 80,866approved AED 91,823 | AED 78,111 |
| Grade 4 | AED 80,866approved AED 91,823 | AED 78,111 |
| Grade 5 | AED 83,318approved AED 94,693 | AED 80,477 |
| Grade 6 | AED 104,247approved AED 109,042 | AED 100,976 |
| Secondary | ||
| Grade 7 | AED 104,247approved AED 109,042 | AED 100,976 |
| Grade 8 | AED 104,247approved AED 109,042 | AED 100,976 |
| Grade 9 | AED 112,993approved AED 126,259 | AED 109,205 |
| Grade 10 | AED 112,993approved AED 126,259 | AED 109,205 |
| Post-16 | ||
| Grade 11 | AED 118,400approved AED 137,736 | AED 114,268 |
| Grade 12 | AED 118,400approved AED 137,736 | AED 114,268 |
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, note 1
The range names the lowest and highest tuition on one Fees Fact Sheet. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
- Back to text, source A
Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Fees Fact Sheet 2025–26
Tuition for 15 year groups.
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, note 2
Change compares the same year group in the two fact sheets. Fees are never averaged across year groups.
Swiss International Scientific School fees 2026–27 by year group Also the 2025–26 figures, fees since 2022–23 and other charges.
Tuition as listed on the school's KHDA Fees Fact Sheet, after the discount it lists («Discount on Tuition fees»), with the approved tuition beneath. The sheet is issued for one academic year and lists other discount schemes separately, «as applicable»; confirm the amount with the school.
What a year costs, Pre-KG, 2026–27
Showing Pre-KG. Choose another year group above to see its costs.
- Tuition
- AED 68,868
- Discount on tuition
- −AED 5,968
- KHDA's total for the year
- AED 62,900
Required, but not in KHDA's total: uniform, books and the like, bought from the school or elsewhere
- Uniform
- AED 780 to AED 2,100
A year, before optional servicesAED 63,680 to AED 65,000
Joining and re-enrolling
- Re-enrollment fees · Existing Students
- Up to 5% of the tuition fees or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees
- Application Fees · New Students
- AED 500 (Assessment fees included)
- Enrolment Fees · New Students
- Up to 10% of the tuition fees, non-refundable and deductible from the 1st term fees
Other discounts the school states
- Siblings 2 to 3
- 5%
- Sibling 4
- 20%
- Sibling 5
- 50%
- Early Payment
- 5%
- Corporate
- up to 15%
- School Employees
- up to 100%
The school requested not to increase the tuition fees for the academic year 2026–27. Fees Fact Sheet 2026–27
Ranges are shown as KHDA prints them, never as a single middle figure.
Inspection
Overall rating
Earlier reports
- 2022–23, Good, Full Inspection Report
- 2019–20 to 2021–22, no inspection
- 2018–19, Good, Full Inspection Report
- 2017–18, Acceptable, Full Inspection Report
Inclusion Dubai focus area
Checked 16 September 2026.
KHDA ratings
KHDA ratings in the Full Inspection Report 2023–24. Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
KHDA’s visits resume in 2026–27. A full inspection brings a new rating; a shorter monitoring visit does not.Source KHDA, 3 June 2026 (opens in a new tab)
OverallOverall performance
Up from Good Earlier: Good in 2 reports and Acceptable in 1 report.
WellbeingStudents’ personal development and wellbeing
Not available2023–24
InclusionProvision for students of determination
Up from Good Earlier: Good in 1 report.
LeadershipLeadership and management
Same as 2022–23 Earlier: Very good in 1 report.
Checked 16 September 2026.
Wellbeing, 2022–23 report: High
«The quality of wellbeing provision and outcome is at a high 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.
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 |
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
What the KHDA scale means
KHDA rates schools on six levels. Good is the level KHDA expects of every school; Acceptable is the minimum level it requires.
- «Quality of performance substantially exceeds the expectation of the UAE»23 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance exceeds the expectation of the UAE»47 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance meets the expectation of the UAE»«This is the expected level for every school in the UAE»85 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance meets the minimum level of quality required in the UAE»«This is the minimum level for every school in the UAE»52 schools in Dubai hold it now
- «Quality of performance is below the expectation of the UAE»No school in Dubai holds it now
- «Quality of performance is significantly below the expectation of the UAE»No school in Dubai holds it now
Swiss International Scientific School was rated Very good in 2023–24, one of 47 schools at this level.
Reports before 2015–16 used four levels, not these six. 21 of Dubai's 228 open schools hold no six-level rating yet. Counted the way Market Statistics counts ratings, for the schools open today.
Source UAE School Inspection Framework 2015–16, p. 19 (KHDA)
History
4 KHDA inspection reports on file, 2017–18 to 2023–24.
History of Swiss International Scientific 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 GoodNote 1Full Inspection Report 2023–24 (opens in a new tab)
- 2022–23Same as 2018–19Full Inspection Report 2022–23 (opens in a new tab)
- 2019–20 to 2021–22No inspection.
- 2018–19Up from AcceptableFull 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.
- Back to text, note 1
Change compares each report with the school’s previous report. Years with no inspection are skipped, never counted as a change.
Findings
10 findings in the last report: 5 strengths, 5 development points, 2 recurring across the last 4 reports.
Arabic
Note 11 strength
Strength
Improvement in Arabic learning and the progress of students in all phases
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 3
Curriculum and challenge
1 strength, 1 development point
Strength
The increased breadth of the curriculum for older students, the bilingual provision, and the extensive programme of extra-curricular activities
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 4
Development required
Ensure that the school's wellbeing themes are integrated into curriculum and lesson planning.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 9, paragraph 9
Health, safety and safeguarding
1 strength
Strength
Highly effective provision for health and safety, and the care of students and members of staff
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 5
Inclusion of students of determination
1 strength
Strength
Improved provision for inclusion
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 6
Leadership and self-evaluation
1 strength
Strength
Effective leadership, highly focused self-evaluation and improvement planning.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 7
Teaching
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 4 of the last 4 reportsNote 2MYP
Embed the recent initiatives to increase the proportion of stronger teaching that fully engages students, especially in MYP.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 9
Attainment and progress
1 development point
Development required, recurring in 2 of the last 4 reports
Explore best practice to improve students’ attainment further.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 5, paragraph 10
Emirati students
1 development point
Development requiredEmirati students
Improve Emirati students’ performance on international benchmarking, particularly in English and mathematics.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 8, paragraph 16
Reading and literacy
1 development point
Development required
Improve the performance in students’ reading assessmnets.
Full Inspection Report 2023–24, page 8, paragraph 17
Findings from 1 of 4 reports
- Back to text, note 1
Topics follow the order of the KHDA inspection framework, not how good or bad a finding is.
- Back to text, note 2
Recurring counts the school’s last 4 reports, 2017–18 to 2023–24. Findings come only from Full Inspection Reports, never from Parent Reports.
Leadership
- Principal at the 2023–24 inspection
- Ruth Burke Source A: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Appointed 8 Jan 2021, as the report prints it. The current principal is under Location.
- Principals since 2017–18
- 3 changes of principal
- Mr. Beat Sommer, 2017–18 → Norbert Foerster, 2018–19 → Ruth Burke, 2022–23 to 2023–24 → Pauline Elizabeth Clark Nord, in KHDA's directory on 2026-09-18
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Subjects
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, Swiss International Scientific SchoolIslamic Education, by inspection report
| Rated | 2017–18 | 2018–19 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Education attainmentDP | Not in this report | |||
| Islamic Education attainmentMYP | ||||
| Islamic Education attainmentPYP | ||||
| Islamic Education progressDP | Not in this report | |||
| 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
- Results for the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) scores were significantly improved in 2021.
- Students exceeded their target to place the school into the high international benchmark.
- In English, the school improved its General Learning (GL) benchmarking in some PYP grades, but did not do as well in some MYP grades.
- Both mathematics and science showed improvement in all phases, and moved up by one judgement on average per grade.
- The scores of Emirati students showed a drop in English attainment over the last two years.
- They maintened an acceptable level in mathematics.
Earlier reports
- 2022–23: Progress in international assessment — is above expectations
- 2018–19: Overall, the school’s progression to achieve the UAE National Agenda targets — meets expectations
- 2017–18: Overall, the school's provision for achieving National Agenda targets — is below 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:
- 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)
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 6
Checked 16 September 2026.
Calendar 2026–27: term dates and holidays
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).
Source Source A: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Fridays: every private school in Dubai finishes by 11:30, since 9 January 2026.Source The National, 19 Dec 2025 (opens in a new tab)
During Ramadan, whose dates follow the moon, KHDA caps the school day at five hours; each school confirms its own times.Source Gulf News (opens in a new tab)
How these dates compare with other Dubai schools: holidays 2026–27, break by break
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 18 September 2026.
Activities
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
· - Basketball
- Volleyball · beach volleyball clubs
·
Water sports
- Swimming · Speedo Swim Academy · swimming programme
· - Water polo · recreational water polo
Racket sports
- Tennis
Individual sports
- Athletics · Athletics Academy · for gifted athletes
- Golf · SISD Golf Academy
Art & design
- Photography & film · photography
Science & technology
- Robotics · design robots
- Coding · learn to code
Debate & strategy
- Model United Nations · Model United Nations group
Award programmes
- Duke of Edinburgh / IAYP · The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award · Available for students G8 - G12.
Facilities
- Swimming pool
· - Theatre or auditorium
- Running track
· - Playing field
- Sports courts
- Art studio
- Music rooms
- Sports hall
- Dance studio
- Makerspace
·
Also mentioned: origami, mindfulness, Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network (ASDAN)
- Back to text, source A
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.
External examinations
- IBDP
- IBCP
Languages besides English
- French
- German
- Arabic · Arabic instruction in KG1 comprises two lessons per week, while children in KG2 have three weekly sessions, each lasting 20 minutes.
Facilities
- Indoor play area
- Sensory room
- Sensory rooms
Courses after 16
- IB Diploma · IBDP
- IB Career-related · IBCP
- Award Scheme Development Accreditation Network (ASDAN) pathway
- BTEC · Business Technology Education Council (BTEC)
Support for students of determination and the gifted
- Students of determination and those who are gifted or talented are identified. p. 4
- Access is assured for those with reduced mobility. p. 4
- A primary sensory room for therapists to support children with specific needs has also recently been created. p. 9
- Teachers identify students of determination using revised internal referral processes. p. 19
- Students who are identified as having special gifts or talents undergo specific assessments. p. 19
- Students of determination receive support from the inclusion team. They are offered differentiated learning activities and therapy options. p. 19
- Back to text, source A
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
On the school's website
What the school says about itself on nordangliaeducation.com, read on 22 September 2026. The school's own words, not checked by KHDA; a figure here is the school's own count. Bus routes and bus fees can change each year, so confirm with the school. The site's name beside a line opens that page.
Exam results
- «Average SISD point score: 35.6» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «IBDP pass rate: 100%» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «Highest point score: 44» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «IBCP pass rate: 100%» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
Where leavers go
- «Armed with world-leading IB results and an impressive array of IB Learner Profile traits, every SISD graduate receives an average of four offers from leading global universities.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «These include top 100 institutions in France, Switzerland, the UK, and Canada.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
Admissions
- «Applications for the 2026–2027 Academic Year are open. Apply today and begin your child's journey at SISD.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «SISD is open to children from 3 to 18 years old.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «We accept boarding students from the age of 11 (Grade 6) upwards.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- «In fact, your child can join us at any point in the academic year, so long as we have spaces available.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
School bus and transport
- «Yes, we do. We offer a safe, smooth, and efficient bus service that covers destinations across Dubai.» nordangliaeducation.com on the school's website, opens in a new tab
- Back to text, source A
School website, read 22 September 2026
Checked 22 September 2026.
Students
From KHDA’s 2023–24 inspection report, unless another year is named.
- Students, 2024–25
- 2,610 Source A: KHDA school directory 2024–25
- Teachers
- 225 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Students of determination
- 265 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Emirati students
- 24 Source B: Full Inspection Report 2023–24
- Largest nationality group
- European 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
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2024–25
Checked 16 September 2026.
- Back to text, source B
Full Inspection Report 2023–24
Page 3
Checked 16 September 2026.
Snapshots by year
Students and staff by academic year, Swiss International Scientific School
| Year | Students | Teachers | Teacher turnover |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024–25 | 2,610 | Not available | Not available |
| 2023–24 | 2,155 | 225 | Not available |
| 2022–23 | 1,709 | 184 | 21% |
| 2021–22 | 1,401 | Not available | Not available |
| 2020–21 | 1,136 | Not available | Not available |
| 2019–20 | 1,146 | Not available | Not available |
| 2018–19 | 1,132 | 125 | 26% |
| 2017–18 | 924 | 125 | Not available |
| 2016–17 | 608 | Not available | Not available |
| 2015–16 | 252 | Not available | Not available |
Not available: KHDA did not publish that figure for the year.
Location
- Address
- Dubai Healthcare City
- Phone and email
- +971 4 375 0600info@sisd.aePrincipal: Pauline Elizabeth Clark Nord
- As KHDA's directory listed it on 2026-09-18. Source A: KHDA school directory 2026–27
Around the school
Schools nearby
Within 10 km, by straight-line distance, not a route.
- Lycée Français International Georges Pompidou – Oud Metha
3.2 km · 2023–24 · French
- Glendale International School
3.3 km · 2025–26 · British
- Dubai Gem Private School
3.4 km · 2023–24 · British
- Al Rashid Al Saleh Private School
3.5 km · 2023–24 · MOE
- New Indian Model School
3.5 km · 2023–24 · Indian CBSE
The only school in Dubai Healthcare CityAll IB schools in Dubai
- Back to text, source A
KHDA school directory 2026–27
Checked 18 September 2026.
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
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