The Oxford School, Dubai

What The Oxford School, Dubai does

The Oxford School, Dubai is a private British curriculum K-12 institution founded in 1988 and operated under the LEAMS Education group, which has been in the UAE education sector for over 40 years. The school serves more than 2,200 students aged 3-18 (FS1 through Year 13) representing 50+ nationalities on a single campus in Muhaisnah 4, Dubai. Core offering is the UK National Curriculum adapted to UAE Ministry of Education guidelines, culminating in Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A-Levels, and Pearson Edexcel qualifications, supplemented by BTEC International Level 2 pathways in Business and Sport launched for 2024-25.

Revenue is generated primarily through KHDA-regulated recurring tuition fees (AED 11,856 to AED 19,666 per student per annum depending on grade band), billed across three terms for FS1-Year 10 and two terms for Years 11-13. Additional streams include one-time application and seat-confirmation fees, re-registration deposits, ancillary fees (activity, computer, medical, e-learning), optional STEM and skill-development programmes, after-school ASEP enrichment, BTEC module fees, external examination fees, and third-party transport (Guardian). Distribution runs through an online admission portal (oa.oxford.sch.ae), standardized 3 PM weekday campus tours, open days, and community word-of-mouth, supported by an LEAMS Gateway parent portal and Zenda mobile fee payment integration. The school is accredited by Cambridge Assessment, Pearson Edexcel, and BSME, and is partnered with Oxford University Press and several universities for higher-education transitions.

Name

The Oxford School, Dubai

Legal name

The Oxford School, Dubai

Website

https://oxford.sch.ae

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The Oxford School, Dubai is a private British curriculum K-12 school founded in 1988 under LEAMS Education, serving 2,200+ students aged 3-18 across FS1 to Year 13 at a single campus in Muhaisnah 4, Dubai, with Cambridge, Edexcel, and BSME accreditations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Private Education (British Curriculum)

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Instructional Delivery & Pedagogy (School-Led) (EDAJAFAB), Under-18 / High School-to-University Foundation Pathways (EDAIAJAI)

Keywords

• British curriculum education
• K-12 private schooling
• IGCSE A-Level programs
• UAE international schooling
• Cambridge Pearson qualifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Primary revenue stream from annual tuition fees charged per student across all grade levels (FS1 to Year 13). Fees are approved by KHDA and structured in 3 terms for FS1-Year 10, and 2 terms for Years 11-13. Annual fees range from approximately AED 11,856 to AED 20,128 depending on grade level.
2. Application and Admission Fees: Non-refundable application fee of AED 500 + VAT for new admissions, plus 10% seat confirmation fee deductible from tuition.
3. Ancillary Services: Additional revenue from computer fees, e-learning fees, activity fees, medical fees, transport services, enrichment programs, skill development programs, and external examination fees.
4. Re-registration Fees: Non-refundable re-registration deposit (5% of tuition fees or AED 500 minimum) for existing students to secure seats for following academic year.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Oxford School, Dubai delivers the British National Curriculum from Foundation Stage 1 (FS1, age 3) through Year 13 (age 18) on a single Dubai campus, culminating in Cambridge IGCSE, GCE A-Level, Pearson Edexcel, and BTEC International Level 2 qualifications. Supplementary paid offerings include After School Enrichment Programmes (ASEP), STEM electives, and school transportation. The school operates under the LEAMS Education group and is KHDA-approved, accredited by Cambridge Assessment, Pearson Edexcel, and BSME.

Product overview

The Oxford School, Dubai is a British curriculum K-12 school offering comprehensive education from Foundation Stage 1 (age 3) to Year 13 (age 18). The core offering is the British National Curriculum programme accredited by Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel. The school supplements its core curriculum with BTEC International Level 2 qualifications in Business and Sport, a structured After School Enrichment Programme (ASEP), optional STEM Programme for Years 3-9, and school transportation services. Technology-enabled parent communication is facilitated through the LEAMS Gateway Parent Portal and an Online Admission Portal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• British Curriculum Education Programme (FS1 to Year 13) Comprehensive British National Curriculum education from Foundation Stage 1 (age 3) through Year 13 (age 18), accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel, leading to IGCSE, GCE A-Level, and BTEC qualifications. Delivered on the Dubai campus to over 2,200 students from more than 50 nationalities.
• BTEC International Level 2 in Business Pearson BTEC qualification for students passionate about business, covering business operations, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship, offered for the 2024–25 academic year.
• BTEC International Level 2 in Sport Pearson BTEC qualification equipping students with practical sports skills and preparing them for careers as athletes, coaches, or sports management professionals, offered for the 2024–25 academic year.
• After School Enrichment Programme (ASEP) Structured eight-week after-school enrichment programme for holistic child development, delivered by trainers and coaches from professional backgrounds.
• STEM Programme (Years 3–9) Optional STEM programme for students in Years 3 to 9, with an annual fee of AED 280, supplementing the core British curriculum with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics enrichment.
• School Transportation Service Student transport service operated by Guardian One Transport, available to designated Dubai areas with fees based on the location of residence.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10,000+ students served across LEAMS Education group
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cambridge Assessment International EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationThe school is an accredited Cambridge International Examination center, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE and GCE A-Level qualifications. Cambridge provides curriculum frameworks, examinations, and professional development for teachers.
• Pearson EdexcelcoreTechnology or IntegrationAccredited Pearson Edexcel center offering international qualifications including BTEC vocational programs in Business and Sports at Level 2.
• British Schools in the Middle East (BSME)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial member of BSME, ensuring quality education that meets rigorous international standards for academic excellence. Access to professional development and educational resources.
• Oxford University PresscoreTechnology or IntegrationProud partnership enriching curriculum with world-class educational resources, fostering academic excellence and innovation in teaching materials and content.
• Guardian TransportminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAssociated transport company with excellent track record in UAE handles student transport services. Transport Coordinator: +971 42543666 Ext 217.
• LEAMS EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization of The Oxford School. LEAMS Education administers schools across Dubai providing UK and CBSE curriculum education. LEAMS has 40+ years in education serving 10,000+ students with vision of quality education at affordable cost.
• University of BristolminorOthersUniversity destination partnership facilitating student transitions to higher education at University of Bristol.
• University College Cork (UCC)minorOthersUniversity destination partnership facilitating student transitions to University College Cork, Ireland.
• Gulf Medical UniversityminorOthersUniversity destination partnership facilitating medical education pathways at Gulf Medical University.
• Brighton and Sussex Medical SchoolminorOthersPartnership providing virtual shadow doctor internship programs for students interested in medical careers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Taaleem: UAE-based private K-12 operator running multiple British curriculum schools in Dubai (e.g., Dubai British School, Jumeira Baccalaureate School). Directly comparable in curriculum offering and mid-market positioning; competes for the same Dubai families.
• Kings' School Dubai: Premium British curriculum school in Dubai following the UK National Curriculum through to A-Levels. Direct competitor for British curriculum families, though positioned at a higher price tier than Oxford School.
• Nord Anglia International School Dubai: International school in Dubai offering British curriculum with premium positioning. Part of a global network of schools, competing for families seeking rigorous international education in Dubai.
• Repton School Dubai: British curriculum school in Dubai offering FS through Sixth Form with strong UK ties (fractured from Repton UK). Competes for the same families seeking British education with global university pathways.
• Dubai British School (Taaleem): Taaleem-operated British curriculum school in Dubai serving the same Dubai expat family demographic. Offers FS-Year 13 with British curriculum, making it one of the closest direct competitors to Oxford School in both curriculum and geography.
• Emirates National School: UAE-based private school offering both UK and IB curricula across multiple campuses. Targets a similar demographic of UAE-resident families seeking international education at moderate price points.
• Dubai International Academy (DIA): Al Futtaim-operated IB curriculum school in Dubai serving expat families. Comparable in full-age-range offering (K-12) and Dubai catchment area; competes for families seeking premium international education.

Broad incumbents

• Cognita Schools (UAE operations): Global K-12 school group operating multiple British and international curriculum schools in the UAE (e.g., Ranches Primary School, Horizon International School). Competes across multiple price points and curricula in Dubai.
• GEMS Education: Largest K-12 private school operator in the UAE and globally, with multiple British curriculum campuses in Dubai (e.g., GEMS Wellington, GEMS Dubai American Academy). Operates across price tiers and curricula, making Oxford School a smaller, value-positioned competitor within the same market.

Regional players

• The British School Al Khubairat: Premium British curriculum school in Abu Dhabi serving UAE families. Comparable in offering (FS-Year 13, British curriculum, IGCSE/A-Level) but operates in Abu Dhabi rather than Dubai, reducing direct overlap while sharing the same UAE expat family market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/oxford_dubai
• Facebookfacebook.com/oxfordschooldubai
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/the-oxford-school-dubai
• Instagraminstagram.com/oxfordschooldubai

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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