Uptown International School
Uptown International School is a IB curriculum private school in Mirdif, Dubai, rated Very Good by KHDA (2024). Annual fees: AED 42,000–68,000.
Parent sentiment: Predominantly Positive.
What parents praise
- Professional and caring staff
- Strong IB curriculum and academics
- Excellent facilities and learning environment
- Focus on child development and individual attention
- Opportunities beyond academics (Arts
School-run drive times to nearby communities
- Mirdif: drop-off ~10 min, pick-up ~8 min, 5.8 km by road
- Downtown Dubai: drop-off ~19 min, pick-up ~20 min, 21.2 km by road
- Jumeirah: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~23 min, 23.9 km by road
- Arabian Ranches: drop-off ~25 min, pick-up ~31 min, 30.7 km by road
- Umm Suqeim: drop-off ~25 min, pick-up ~30 min, 31.1 km by road
- Motor City: drop-off ~23 min, pick-up ~27 min, 32.8 km by road
- Damac Hills: drop-off ~26 min, pick-up ~28 min, 34.7 km by road
- Al Barsha: drop-off ~27 min, pick-up ~32 min, 35.6 km by road
- Dubai Hills: drop-off ~28 min, pick-up ~29 min, 36.1 km by road
- Tilal Al Ghaf: drop-off ~31 min, pick-up ~32 min, 37.9 km by road
Data last reviewed: 2026-06-18. Sources: KHDA inspection reports, school websites and published fee sheets. Always verify current details directly with the school.
Frequently asked questions
What is Uptown International School's KHDA rating?
Uptown International School is rated Very Good in its most recent KHDA inspection (2024). Always confirm the current rating on KHDA.gov.ae.
How much are the fees at Uptown International School?
Published annual fees are AED 42,000–68,000. Confirm the exact fee for your child's year group directly with the school.
What curriculum does Uptown International School follow?
Uptown International School follows the IB curriculum.
Which communities is Uptown International School near?
Estimated morning school-run times include Mirdif (~10 min), Downtown Dubai (~19 min), Jumeirah (~23 min). See the school-run section for more communities.