Dar Al Marefa Private School
Dar Al Marefa Private School is a IB curriculum private school in Al Mizhar, Dubai, rated Good by KHDA (2024). Annual fees: AED 46,000–76,000.
Parent sentiment: Mixed.
What parents praise
- Strong bilingual IB curriculum
- Focus on Emirati values and culture
- Excellent facilities and campus
- Supportive and caring staff (from parent perspective)
- Strong academic results in IB Diploma Programme
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Mirdif: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~16 min, 10.2 km by road
- Downtown Dubai: drop-off ~26 min, pick-up ~30 min, 27.4 km by road
- Jumeirah: drop-off ~30 min, pick-up ~29 min, 30.1 km by road
- Damac Hills: drop-off ~34 min, pick-up ~36 min, 37.3 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~32 min, pick-up ~36 min, 37.3 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~33 min, pick-up ~39 min, 37.6 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~31 min, pick-up ~35 min, 39.6 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~35 min, pick-up ~39 min, 41.8 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~36 min, pick-up ~36 min, 42.9 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~38 min, pick-up ~39 min, 44.7 km by road
Data last reviewed: 2026-03-05. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dar Al Marefa Private School's KHDA rating?
Dar Al Marefa Private School is rated Good in its most recent KHDA inspection (2024). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at Dar Al Marefa Private School?
Published annual fees are AED 46,000–76,000. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does Dar Al Marefa Private School follow?
Dar Al Marefa Private School follows the IB curriculum.
Which communities is Dar Al Marefa Private School near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Mirdif (~17 min), Downtown Dubai (~26 min), Jumeirah (~30 min). See the school-run section for more communities.