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Ash Mount School

AMS

Part of Interstar Advisory Services, Secular, Founded 2026

Updated July 2026

3–18Ages
Co-edGender
DayType
For-profitOwnership

Languages

English flagEnglishArabic flagArabic

Ash Mount School is an international, all-through school located in Mudon, Dubai, scheduled to open in August 2026. It is part of the Interstar family of schools and provides an inquiry-based education for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12.

Term structure

Three terms

Teaching approach

The school is guided by the vision to "Learn with Purpose, Live with Compassion, Lead with Courage." It emphasizes an inquiry-driven, inclusive environment that blends academic excellence with wellbeing, fostering global citizenship and a "local heart, global mind" perspective. The school prioritizes strong partnerships between students, staff, families, and the community.

Programmes

Ash Mount School is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Its curriculum framework combines international standards with the English National Curriculum, aligned to UAE Ministry of Education expectations, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning.

Outcomes

The school aims to prepare students for higher education and international opportunities by aligning with globally recognized learning standards. It focuses on developing principled, reflective, and ethical leaders who are equipped with the curiosity and resilience to contribute to a sustainable future.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
Dedicated department

Learning support

The school prioritizes inclusion and support, featuring a dedicated wellbeing hub with private rooms for one-to-one and small group sessions. The school's philosophy emphasizes a supportive culture where every learner is known and encouraged to flourish emotionally, socially, and academically.

Frequently asked questions(7)
What curriculum does Ash Mount School offer?
Ash Mount School offers National Curriculum (England), IB PYP and IB MYP.
How much is tuition at Ash Mount School?
Annual tuition at Ash Mount School is AED 44.2K–AED 63.8K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
What ages does Ash Mount School teach?
Ash Mount School enrolls students aged 3 to 18.
Is Ash Mount School a day or boarding school?
Ash Mount School is a day school.
What accreditations does Ash Mount School hold?
Ash Mount School holds accreditations including IB.
Is Ash Mount School co-educational?
Ash Mount School is a co-ed school.
Where is Ash Mount School located?
Ash Mount School is an international school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026-2027
Annual tuition by grade
GradeAgesAnnual
Pre KG / FS13–4AED 44.2K
KG 1 / FS24–5AED 44.2K
KG 2 / Year 15–6AED 44.2K
Grade 1 / Year 26–7AED 55.3K
Grade 2 / Year 37–8AED 55.3K
Grade 3 / Year 48–9AED 55.3K
Grade 4 / Year 59–10AED 63.8K
Grade 5 / Year 610–11AED 63.8K
Grade 6 / Year 711–12AED 63.8K
Grade 7 / Year 812–13AED 63.8K
Grade 8 / Year 913–14AED 63.8K

Discounts

  • Sibling discount: 10% - 15%

Admissions

Ash Mount School is a candidate school for students from Pre-KG to Grade 12, with initial enrollment for the 2026-2027 academic year covering Pre-KG to Grade 8. The admissions process focuses on understanding individual student needs through assessments to ensure appropriate placement. The school offers sibling discounts of 10% for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th child, and 15% for the 5th child.

Calendar

The school operates on a three-term academic year structure, which is designed to balance academic rigour, assessments, enrichment, and community engagement. This model is aligned with international best practices and KHDA guidelines to support student progress and wellbeing.

Facilities

Science labsTheatre / auditoriumMusic roomSwimming poolTennis courtsSports fieldLibraryDining hallArt roomDance studio

About the campus

The purpose-built campus in Mudon features flexible, light-filled classrooms, specialist science labs (biology, chemistry, physics), and art and design studios. Sports facilities include swimming pools, tennis courts, sports pitches, and indoor/outdoor athletics areas. Additional amenities include a black box theatre, dance studios, a library with a reading garden, an open-air amphitheater, a senior common room, a Futures Hub, and separate prayer rooms.

Co-curriculars

The school provides a wide range of activities beyond the classroom, including sports, arts, music, and community service programs. Facilities such as a black box theatre, dance studios, and sports pitches support these offerings, which are intended to foster holistic development, teamwork, and resilience.

  • Abigail Fishbourne
    Abigail FishbourneFounding Principal

    Abigail Fishbourne is the Founding Principal of Ash Mount School, bringing over 30 years of experience as a teacher, leader, inspector, and mentor in the UK, Qatar, and the UAE. She focuses on building schools where children are known and education addresses the whole child, emphasizing a "local heart, global mind" philosophy.