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Al Arqam Private School

Updated July 2026

Alarqam Private School is a K-12 educational institution located in Al Barsha, Dubai, dedicated to fostering academic growth while upholding Islamic values and national heritage. Originally established in 1989, the school has expanded from its initial villa-based roots to a larger campus to accommodate its growing student body across all stages from kindergarten to secondary school.

Teaching approach

The school is committed to preserving Islamic values, ethics, and national identity. It aims to provide a comprehensive and attractive educational environment that equips students with the skills, abilities, and knowledge necessary for their future lives.

Programmes

The school offers a full range of educational stages, starting from kindergarten and progressing through primary, middle, and secondary levels, culminating in the high school diploma. The curriculum is supported by various academic activities and includes external examinations, such as IELTS and Cambridge certifications.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
Limited

Learning support

The school offers a dedicated learning support programme for students with learning difficulties, with fees determined in accordance with the regulations set by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). Additionally, the school provides intensive Arabic language lessons for non-native speakers.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2025-2026
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
KG 14–5AED 8.6K
KG 25–6AED 9K
Grades 1 - 26–8AED 10K
Grade 38–9AED 10K
Grades 4 - 59–11AED 10.9K
Grade 611–12AED 10.7K
Grades 7 - 912–15AED 12.8K
Grade 1015–16AED 16.5K
Grade 1116–17AED 17.4K
Grade 1217–18AED 18.3K
Other fees(7)
Other fees
Bus / transport· Zone 1 (مناطق الفئة 1) school bus fee (two-way)AED 6.5K
Bus / transport· Zone 2 (مناطق الفئة 2) school bus fee (two-way)AED 7.2K
Uniform· Official school uniform (excluding tax) for all gradesAED 190
Materials· Books and stationery: Pre-KG to KG 2: 1000 AED; Grades 1-3: 1500 AED; Grades 4-9: 1650 AED; Grades 10-12: 1800 AED—
Materials· Alignment and Resources Fees (رسوم المواءمة والموارد): KG 1: 1584 AED; KG 2: 1793 AED; Grades 1-2: 1831 AED; Grade 3: 1831 AED; Grades 4-5: 1686 AED; Grade 6: 1788 AED; Grades 7-9: 1859 AED; Grade 10: 1802 AED; Grade 11: 1861 AED; Grade 12: 1885 AED—
Materials· External Exams (الامتحانات الخارجية) fee for Grades 1 to 11AED 350
Materials· Graduation ceremony fee (رسوم حفل التخرج): KG 1 / KG 2: 250 or 350 AED; Grade 12: 500 AED (excluding tax)—

Admissions

The school provides an online registration system for prospective students. Families are required to submit specific documentation and adhere to established general rules for enrollment, with details on registration dates and tuition fee structures available through the school's website.

Calendar

The school maintains an academic calendar that outlines the schedule for the academic year. Specific information regarding term dates and events is accessible to parents and students through the school's online portal.

Facilities

Sports fieldLibrary

About the campus

Located in the Al Barsha area of Dubai, the school campus features modern sports facilities, including playing fields. The school also provides a library and operates a school bus service for students.

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