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Arbor School is a British international school in Dubai, offering an education from Foundation Stage through to Sixth Form. We follow the National Curriculum for England, enriched by our distinctive Ecoliteracy curriculum and perspective.
At Arbor, we believe academic success and learning to live well in a changing world belong together.
Our students follow the National Curriculum for England, gaining the knowledge and qualifications that open doors to their future. Alongside this, our Ecoliteracy curriculum develops the understanding and capabilities to help them make sense of an interconnected world and their place within it.
Our unique green campus brings this learning to life. From our climate-controlled biodomes and learning gardens to outdoor learning spaces, students have opportunities to explore, enquire and learn directly from the natural world.
Together, these experiences prepare students not only to succeed, but to help shape a future in which all may flourish.
Arbor School is part of Praxis Education, a group operating across the GCC, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Al Mutatawera Gulf General Trading.
The school is overseen by a Board of Governors, which works closely with the leadership team to ensure high standards across all areas, including education, wellbeing, staffing and compliance with KHDA regulations.
To contact our governers, please email:
We aim to make joining Arbor as welcoming and straightforward as possible.
The first step is to get in touch with our Admissions Team. From there, we’ll guide you through the process and arrange for you and your child to meet members of our leadership team.
📞 +971 4581 4100
📧 admissions@thearborschool.ae
Yes, and we strongly recommend it.
Visiting Arbor is the best way to experience our campus, meet our team and get a feel for the environment in which your child will learn.
School tours run regularly throughout the week and can be booked online.
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Ecoliteracy sits at the heart of learning at Arbor.
It helps students understand how the world works – from natural systems to human impact – and how they can make thoughtful, informed decisions.
As well as being taught as a specialist subject, Ecoliteracy runs through learning across Arbor. It encourages students to think critically, ask questions and explore real-world challenges, building knowledge alongside a strong sense of responsibility.
Arbor School follows the National Curriculum for England, enhanced by project-based, experiential and outdoor learning.
This allows students to develop strong academic foundations while also building confidence, creativity and real-world understanding.
Learning at Arbor is designed to be relevant and engaging.
Students take part in projects, outdoor learning and hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning with the world around them.
Our specialists work closely with teachers to embed sustainability, wellbeing and real-world thinking across the curriculum.
Inclusion is part of who we are.
We recognise that every child is different and design our learning environments and approach to reflect this.
Support is personalised, whether a student needs additional support, greater challenge or a learning approach that suits them best. Our spaces, teaching and specialist provision are designed to help every student feel confident, supported and able to thrive alongside their peers.
Arbor is a diverse international school community, with students representing more than 83 nationalities and a balanced mix of boys and girls.
The school currently has around 1,500 students.
The school day runs from 7:30am to 3:20pm, with slight variations depending on year group. All students finish at 11:30am on Fridays.
- Admissions: admissions@thearborschool.ae
- Academic queries: Your child’s class teacher or form tutor
- General enquiries: reception@thearborschool.ae
- Finance: finance@thearborschool.ae
- Transport: transportation@thearborschool.ae
- School meals: thefarmhouse@thearborschool.ae
Our campus is designed to support academic learning and wellbeing across Foundation Stage, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form.
Facilities include:
- Climate-controlled biodomes and learning gardens
- Libraries, science labs and specialist learning spaces
- Auditorium and performance areas
- Sports facilities, swimming pools and outdoor play spaces
- Dedicated areas for creative, technical and vocational learning
Yes, lunches are available through The Farmhouse, our on-site ‘farm-to-fork’ dining concept.
Meals are freshly prepared using seasonal ingredients, with options for different dietary preferences, including vegetarian and vegan.
Menus are designed to be nutritious, balanced and accessible for all students.
Current menus are available here:
Student safety is our top priority.
Our campus is secure and well managed, with a dedicated 24/7 security team and controlled access systems in place. We follow robust safeguarding procedures in line with KHDA requirements, and our staff are trained in first aid, student wellbeing and child protection.
This ensures every child is supported by capable, attentive adults in a safe, calm and caring environment.
Yes, we partner with STS, a school transport provider offering safe, reliable and energy-efficient transport in line with KHDA and RTA regulations.
Yes. Our health centre includes a full-time doctor and qualified nurses who support student health and wellbeing throughout the school day.
Our current tuition fees and full fee structure are available here:
Details of our complaints policy and procedure are available here:
