Dubai English Speaking School
Dubai English Speaking School is a British curriculum private school in Oud Metha, Dubai, rated Outstanding by KHDA (2024). Annual fees: AED 55,000–78,000.
Parent sentiment: Predominantly Positive.
What parents praise
- Dedicated and supportive staff
- Strong academic program and results
- Nurturing and inclusive environment
- Good communication and parental involvement
- Excellent sports and extracurricular opportunities
Areas of strength — KHDA inspection
- Sustained outstanding outcomes across recent inspections
- Rich, well-resourced learning environments and facilities
- A vibrant Foundation Stage curriculum, regularly reviewed around students' needs
- Strong identification and support for students with additional needs
- Very high parent satisfaction
Summarised from Dubai English Speaking School’s KHDA inspection report (2023).
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Downtown Dubai: drop-off ~13 min, pick-up ~13 min, 8.8 km by road
- Jumeirah: drop-off ~16 min, pick-up ~14 min, 14.7 km by road
- Mirdif: drop-off ~19 min, pick-up ~24 min, 14.8 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~17 min, pick-up ~21 min, 17.8 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~19 min, pick-up ~24 min, 22.3 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~22 min, pick-up ~26 min, 24.4 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~24 min, pick-up ~27 min, 26.3 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~27 min, pick-up ~31 min, 27.1 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~21 min, pick-up ~28 min, 27.4 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~27 min, pick-up ~31 min, 29.5 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 Dubai English Speaking School's KHDA rating?
Dubai English Speaking School is rated Outstanding in its most recent KHDA inspection (2024). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at Dubai English Speaking School?
Published annual fees are AED 55,000–78,000. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does Dubai English Speaking School follow?
Dubai English Speaking School follows the British curriculum.
Which communities is Dubai English Speaking School near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Downtown Dubai (~13 min), Jumeirah (~16 min), Umm Suqeim (~17 min). See the school-run section for more communities.