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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Rugby School Dubai sits in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, delivering the British curriculum from FS1 to Sixth Form. The school follows Rugby School's 450-year tradition under the motto The Whole Person, The Whole Point, combining strong academics with pastoral care. Henry Price serves as Founding Executive Principal. The curriculum blends subjects across academics, science, sport, performing arts and music, with leadership and service woven into daily life, supported by a House system and dedicated pastoral care. Facilities include a performing arts suite with an auditorium, ensembles and studios, while sports and co-curricular life emphasise rugby and swimming alongside robotics, debating and the arts. Co-curricular and leadership opportunities run through the Houses and clubs, encouraging belonging, confidence and collaboration. The campus uses a digital prospectus to present its ethos and facilities and places emphasis on whole-person development through daily practice, competition and service.
Located in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus serves pupils from FS1 through Sixth Form. It follows a British curriculum.
Stages
FS1 to Sixth Form
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Fees
Annual tuition at Rugby School Dubai ranges from AED 70,000 to AED 110,000 for 2026/27.
Fees overview (academic year 2026/27)
KHDA‑approved annual tuition (AY 2026/27) - FS1–FS2: AED 70,000. - Year 1: AED 75,000. - Years 2–3: AED 90,000. - Years 4–7: AED 95,000. - Years 8–9: AED 100,000. - Years 10–11: AED 110,000. - Years 12–13 (Sixth Form): AED 120,000.
Emirates / FlyDubai corporate fee column (annual amounts shown for AY 2026/27) - FS1: AED 59,850. - FS2: AED 59,850. - Year 1: AED 59,850. - Year 2: AED 59,850. - Year 3: AED 59,850. - Year 4: AED 59,850. - Year 5: AED 59,850. - Year 6: AED 59,850. - Years 7–13: AED 88,200 (each).
Grandfathered / non‑corporate column (annual amounts shown for AY 2026/27) - FS1: AED 59,518. - FS2: AED 59,518. - Year 1: AED 63,926. - Year 2: AED 76,050. - Year 3: AED 76,050. - Year 4: AED 81,561. - Year 5: AED 81,561. - Year 6: AED 85,500. - Year 7: AED 85,500. - Year 8: AED 90,000. - Year 9: AED 90,000. - Year 10: AED 99,000. - Year 11: AED 99,000. - Year 12: AED 108,000. - Year 13: AED 108,000.
Per‑term amounts (calculated from the published annual fees) - Annual figures above are shown as full‑year tuition. Per‑term figures below are calculated by dividing the listed annual tuition by three (equal term instalments) and rounded to the nearest AED.
KHDA‑approved fees (per term, AY 2026/27, equal‑instalment calculation): - FS1–FS2: AED 23,333 per term (AED 70,000 ÷ 3). - Year 1: AED 25,000 per term (AED 75,000 ÷ 3). - Years 2–3: AED 30,000 per term (AED 90,000 ÷ 3). - Years 4–7: AED 31,667 per term (AED 95,000 ÷ 3). - Years 8–9: AED 33,333 per term (AED 100,000 ÷ 3). - Years 10–11: AED 36,667 per term (AED 110,000 ÷ 3). - Years 12–13: AED 40,000 per term (AED 120,000 ÷ 3).
Emirates/FlyDubai column (per term, equal‑instalment calculation): - FS1–FS6 (where shown): AED 19,950 per term (AED 59,850 ÷ 3). - Years 7–13 (where shown): AED 29,400 per term (AED 88,200 ÷ 3).
Grandfathered / non‑corporate column (per term, equal‑instalment calculation): - FS1–FS2: ~AED 19,839 per term (AED 59,518 ÷ 3). - Year 1: ~AED 21,309 per term (AED 63,926 ÷ 3). - Year 2–3: ~AED 25,350 per term (AED 76,050 ÷ 3). - Year 4–5: ~AED 27,187 per term (AED 81,561 ÷ 3). - Year 6–7: ~AED 28,500 per term (AED 85,500 ÷ 3). - Year 8–9: AED 30,000 per term (AED 90,000 ÷ 3). - Year 10–11: AED 33,000 per term (AED 99,000 ÷ 3). - Year 12–13: AED 36,000 per term (AED 108,000 ÷ 3).
Application, enrolment and deposits - No specific application fee, enrolment deposit or re‑enrolment fee amounts are published in the school's fees section for AY 2026/27.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is presented as annual amounts for the academic year 2026/27. A detailed billing schedule or published payment‑terms (for example, published term‑due dates, late‑payment penalties or accepted payment channels) is not shown in the fees section. The per‑term figures above are calculated for convenience by dividing the annual amount by three.
Boarding - No boarding or residential fees are listed; no boarding provision is shown in the published fees information for AY 2026/27.
Other costs and optional charges - No standalone charges for uniform, transport, meals, books, compulsory activity fees or exam fees are published in the fees tables shown for AY 2026/27. Scholarships and fee assistance are described (scholarship awards up to 20% for selected awards and the Ruwad al Emarat Scholarship providing 50% for eligible Emirati pupils).
Refund information - No published refund policy or refund schedule appears in the school's fees section for AY 2026/27.
Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, cheque, etc.) are not published alongside the fee tables for AY 2026/27.
Summary - Annual tuition amounts for AY 2026/27 are published by grade and by the fee columns shown on the fees page; per‑term figures above are calculated by dividing those annual amounts into three equal instalments for convenience and are not published term amounts.
Academics
Rugby School Dubai teaches British Curriculum.
Curriculum
British curriculum from FS1 to Sixth Form. Blends academic rigour with curiosity and care to shape intellect, integrity, and imagination. It includes academics, science, sport, performing arts and music, and leadership and service, with pastoral care and House Life supporting every pupil.
Gifted and Talented
Scholarships are available from Year 7 across Academic, Arabic, Sport, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and All-Rounder disciplines. Successful candidates receive up to 20% of annual tuition as fee assistance; the Ruwad al Emarat Scholarship offers 50% of tuition for Emirati pupils from Year 4 to Year 13.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has Pastoral Care & House Life, with a House system that creates a sense of belonging and leadership; every pupil is known, supported, and guided to grow in character, courage, and compassion.
Admissions
Admissions
Step 1: The Admissions Team guides you from first conversation to first day, providing a warm, personal experience. Enquiries begin with the Enquire Now option or by contacting admissions@rugbyschooldubai.ae and +971(0)4 3180700 for personalised guidance. Step 2: The Digital Parent Prospectus opens the door to Rugby School Dubai's 450-year legacy and includes information on philosophy, curriculum and admissions. Step 3: Start the application by clicking Apply Now and submitting the online form to begin the process.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available from Year 7 onwards across Academic, Arabic, Sport, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and All-Rounder disciplines. Successful candidates will receive fee assistance of up to 20% of annual tuition. The Ruwad al Emarat Scholarship offers 50% of tuition for Emirati pupils from Year 4 to Year 13.
FAQs
Where is Rugby School Dubai located and what year groups does it serve?
Rugby School Dubai is located in Nad Al Sheba, Dubai. The campus serves pupils from FS1 through Sixth Form and follows a British curriculum; the school opened in 2026 and is led by Head of School Henry Price.
What curriculum does Rugby School Dubai follow?
Rugby School Dubai follows a British curriculum from FS1 to Sixth Form, blending academics, science, sport, performing arts and music with leadership and service, all supported by Pastoral Care and House Life.
Who is the head of Rugby School Dubai?
The Head of School is Henry Price, who serves as the Founding Executive Principal guiding the school's development.
What is the tuition for AY 2026/27 by year group?
KHDA-approved annual tuition ranges from AED 70,000 for FS1–FS2 up to AED 120,000 for Years 12–13. Per-term figures can be calculated by dividing the annual tuition by three.
Are scholarships available and what do they cover?
Yes. Scholarships are available from Year 7 across Academic, Arabic, Sport, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and All-Rounder disciplines, offering up to 20% tuition assistance. There is also the Ruwad al Emarat Scholarship, which provides 50% of tuition for Emirati pupils from Year 4 to Year 13.
How do I apply to Rugby School Dubai?
The admissions process starts with an enquiry, followed by the Digital Parent Prospectus, and then you begin the online application by clicking Apply Now. For personalised guidance, contact the Admissions Team by email or phone as listed in the admissions information.
Is boarding offered at Rugby School Dubai?
Boarding is not listed as a provision in the published information for AY 2026/27; the school operates as a day school.
What facilities support performing arts?
The campus includes an auditorium, ensembles and studios to support music and drama, with dedicated spaces for performing arts as part of the curriculum.
What sports and other co-curricular activities does the school offer?
Co-curricular life includes rugby and swimming, along with robotics, debating and the arts, designed to build confidence, teamwork and resilience.
How does Rugby School Dubai support pupil wellbeing?
Pastoral Care and the House Life system create a sense of belonging and leadership, ensuring every pupil is known, supported and guided to grow in character, courage and compassion.
How does the House Life system work at Rugby School Dubai?
Every pupil is part of a House Life system that fosters belonging and leadership, with opportunities to take on leadership roles within houses and clubs as part of daily life.
What languages are taught at Rugby School Dubai?
British Sign Language is offered within the co-curricular offering, and Arabic is listed among scholarship disciplines.
What is Rugby School Dubai's heritage and ethos?
Rugby School Dubai is the next chapter of Rugby School's 450-year legacy and embraces The Whole Person, The Whole Point, blending academic depth with pastoral strength to support pupil growth.
How does Rugby School Dubai connect to Rugby's global network?
The school sits within Rugby's global network, linking Dubai to Rugby's long-standing heritage and international community.
Who is the founding executive principal of Rugby School Dubai?
Henry Price serves as the Head of School and Founding Executive Principal guiding the school's development.
From which year groups are scholarships available and what disciplines do they cover?
Scholarships are available from Year 7 onwards across Academic, Arabic, Sport, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and All-Rounder disciplines.
Are there any explicit published details about exam results or class sizes?
Exam results and student-teacher ratios are not published in the available information.
Are there any additional charges or fees besides tuition?
The published information lists tuition as the primary fee; there are no published details for additional charges such as uniforms, transport, meals or exam fees for AY 2026/27.
