Dubai National School, Al Twar
Dubai National School, Al Twar is a American curriculum private school in Al Twar, Dubai. Rated Good by KHDA (2023-24). Annual fees: AED 15,898–38,836.
Fee notes
2026-27 KHDA fact sheets, checked 12 October 2026. Tuition shown is payable tuition after any discount explicitly published in each sheet. Gross tuition and the published discount are retained separately. Fixed compulsory charges are separate; optional supplies, services, variable examination charges and enrolment charges are excluded. Confirm discount eligibility and current intake with admissions. Approved fee grades are not evidence of current admissions availability.
Parent sentiment: Mixed.
What parents praise
- Commendable student personal development and cultural understanding
- Broad and balanced curriculum
- Strong health
- safety
- and staff care
Concerns parents raise
- Inconsistent American curriculum delivery experience among new staff
- Inadequate provision for students of determination/gifts and talents
- Inconsistent differentiated teaching
- Insufficient monitoring and assessment use for IEPs
- Need for improved literacy levels
These are summaries of public commentary, not independently verified findings. See the profile’s review sources and confidence labels.
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Mirdif: drop-off ~20 min, pick-up ~20 min, 13.4 km by road
- Downtown Dubai: drop-off ~21 min, pick-up ~21 min, 19.2 km by road
- Jumeirah: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~20 min, 24.2 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~24 min, pick-up ~27 min, 27.4 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~27 min, pick-up ~30 min, 31.8 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~31 min, pick-up ~34 min, 34.1 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~34 min, pick-up ~37 min, 35.2 km by road
- Palm Jumeirah: drop-off ~29 min, pick-up ~34 min, 36.9 km by road
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): drop-off ~36 min, pick-up ~38 min, 36.9 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~33 min, pick-up ~33 min, 37.2 km by road
Related pages
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 National School, Al Twar's KHDA rating?
Dubai National School, Al Twar is rated Good in its most recent KHDA inspection (2023-24). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at Dubai National School, Al Twar?
Published annual fees are AED 15,898–38,836. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does Dubai National School, Al Twar follow?
Dubai National School, Al Twar follows the American curriculum.
Which communities is Dubai National School, Al Twar near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Mirdif (~20 min), Downtown Dubai (~21 min), Jumeirah (~23 min). See the school-run section for more communities.