Deira Private School is a Preliminary school in Al Twar 3, Dubai. The school pursues a British curriculum for kids, following the Cambridge International Programmes for Primary and Secondary.
๐ซ Deira Private School (DePS) – Al Twar 3, Dubai
๐ Location: Al Twar 3, Dubai ๐ Established: 2009 ๐ Curriculum: UK National Curriculum ๐ฌ๐ง (Cambridge International) ๐ต Tuition Range: AED 19,800 – 38,042 ๐จ๐ซ Principal: Dr. Ritika Anand ๐ท๏ธ Price Band: Mid-range ๐ซ Gender: Co-educational ๐ School Style: International ๐ KHDA Rating: Acceptable ๐จ๐ฉ๐ง Students: ~700 from 31 nationalities
๐งญ A School in Transformation
Under new ownership by BRS Ventures, the same group behind the well-known Chubby Cheeks Nurseries, Deira Private School is undergoing an exciting transformation. Originally hosting just 200 students at acquisition, the school has tripled its enrollment—a testament to its growing reputation in the region.
Serving children from FS1 to Year 8, DePS emphasizes academic progress, student well-being, and multicultural inclusivity. The most represented student group is Emirati, making up roughly 20% of the student body.
๐ Academics: British Roots, Global Reach
DePS delivers the British curriculum via the Cambridge International Programme, blending a rigorous academic framework with a holistic enrichment approach. Early learners follow the EYFS, while older students pursue a curriculum that includes:
โ English, Math, Science โ Arabic and Islamic Education (UAE MoE) โ Social Studies, Moral Ed โ French, Coding, Robotics โ Arts, PE, Music
๐งช Assessment & Support
GL Progress Tests (English, Maths, Science)
IBT (Arabic benchmarking)
CAT4 Cognitive Tests
PASS Well-being Surveys
Tailored SEN support & enrichment opportunities
Students are actively tracked and supported to ensure they meet both academic and personal development goals.
๐๏ธ Facilities: Learning Through Play & Nature
DePS’s Al Twar 3 campus is family-friendly and well-equipped, particularly appealing to families commuting from Sharjah, Karama, Mirdif, Muhaisnah, Oud Metha, and beyond.
โจ Key Facilities:
๐ Outdoor Eco-Science Lab
๐ณ Forest Garden & Organic Farm
๐ง Climbing frames & mud kitchen
๐ Outdoor play areas by age
โฝ Football pitch & cricket nets
๐ฒ Biking track & indoor gym
๐จ Atelier and creative arts spaces
The in-house nursery (Chubby Cheeks Conservatory) includes a private entrance and separate play spaces for little ones aged 2–4.
๐ Enrichment: Unleashing Student Talents
DePS offers a robust After School Club program where students can explore everything from:
๐ฅ Karate, ๐คธ Gymnastics, โฝ Football
๐ฉฐ Ballet, ๐บ Hip Hop, ๐ง Yoga
๐ฃ๏ธ Public speaking, ๐จ Art, ๐ค Robotics
๐ต Music, ๐ง Coding, ๐ญ Drama
Students are encouraged to discover hidden talents and develop well-rounded skills that go beyond academics.
๐ฐ Fees & Value
With a transparent and competitive fee structure, DePS offers quality education in a mid-range price band:
Year Group
Standard Fees (AED)
2023–24 Discounted Fees (AED)
FS1 – Year 1
21,412
19,800
Year 2 – 4
25,850
21,800
Year 5 – 8
38,042
23,800
๐ Optional costs:
Transport: AED 5,000 – 9,000
Books: Up to AED 2,500
Extracurriculars: Up to AED 5,000
Uniforms & photos: AED 190 – 500
๐ Recognition & Rankings
โจ Deira Private School ranks among top British curriculum schools on parent platforms:
๐ #89 in Best Schools in UAE
๐ #41 in Best British Academies in Dubai
๐ #61 in Best Schools in Dubai
With ongoing investment, strong leadership, and community growth, DePS is fast becoming a rising star in the affordable British school scene in Dubai.
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