IBSchools in Dubai.

Q: How many IB schools are there in Dubai?

Dubai has approximately 30 IB World Schools offering one or more IB programmes, accounting for about 7% of total private school enrolment by curriculum. Some schools are full IB continuum schools (PYP through DP), while others combine IB with British or American curricula. This page lists verified IB schools whose data comes from KHDA inspection reports and official school websites.

Q: What IB programmes are offered in Dubai schools?

IB schools in Dubai may offer four programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16, the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16-19, and the Career-related Programme (CP) for ages 16-19. A school must be authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer each programme individually.

Q: What KHDA ratings do IB schools in Dubai have?

As of the 2023-2024 KHDA inspection cycle, IB schools in Dubai hold ratings ranging from Outstanding to Good. Dubai International Academy is the only full-IB school rated Outstanding by KHDA. Several others are rated Very Good. KHDA ratings assess student achievement, personal development, teaching quality, and governance across all programmes offered.

Q: How much do IB schools in Dubai cost?

Fees for IB schools in Dubai range from approximately AED 28,000 to over AED 114,000 per year depending on the school, grade level, and specific IB programme. Fee ranges listed on this page are approximate and sourced from publicly available data. They do not include additional costs such as IB registration fees, exam fees, uniforms, or transport. Parents should verify current fees directly with the school.

Q: Can GetYourTutors help with IB PYP, MYP, or DP preparation?

Yes. GetYourTutors provides full-time, in-home private tutors across Dubai who specialise in all IB programmes including PYP, MYP, and the Diploma Programme. Our tutors support students with Internal Assessments, Extended Essays, Theory of Knowledge, and all DP subject groups. Visit our IB Tutors page to learn more.

Factual directory of International Baccalaureate schools with KHDA ratings and approximate fee ranges. Presented alphabetically — no rankings or recommendations. Data sourced from KHDA inspection reports and official school websites.

What IB schools are available in Dubai?

Dubai has approximately 30 IB World Schools, with IB accounting for about 7% of total private school enrolment. This page lists 12 verified IB schools (including hybrid British/IB schools) with KHDA ratings. GetYourTutors presents this data alphabetically from official sources — we do not rank or recommend schools.

Schools Listed: 12Rated Outstanding: 5Rated Very Good: 7Data Year: 2023-24

Source: KHDA and official school websites, March 2026

About This Directory

The schools listed below offer one or more International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP, DP, CP). Some schools are full IB continuum schools while others combine British or American curricula with the IB Diploma in upper years. All data is sourced from KHDA inspection reports and official school websites. Schools are presented in alphabetical order — GetYourTutors does not rank or recommend any school.

What Is the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

The International Baccalaureate is a globally recognised educational framework developed by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), headquartered in Geneva. Schools must be individually authorised by the IBO to offer each programme. IB accounts for approximately 7% of private school enrolment in Dubai according to KHDA data.

IB Programme Structure

Programme	Ages	Focus	Key Assessment
PYP (Primary Years Programme)	3 – 12	Inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning	PYP Exhibition (Year 6)
MYP (Middle Years Programme)	11 – 16	Eight subject groups, interdisciplinary	MYP Personal Project, eAssessments
DP (Diploma Programme)	16 – 19	Six subject groups + core (EE, TOK, CAS)	IB Diploma exams (max 45 points)
CP (Career-related Programme)	16 – 19	Academic + career-related pathway	DP courses + career studies + reflective project