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Nationalities
| Number of students |
300 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
35 |
| Most common nationality |
Emirati |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
20% local : 80% international |
Languages
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Arabic, French |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Interview and assessment. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
On a scheduled date, the students are interviewed or assessed on their English& Maths skills. The assessment will take about one hour. |
| Waiting list |
No |
School day
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Deira has ‘Monday Club Day’ once a week when a wide range of teacher-led extra-curricular activities are provided at no extra cost to the parents. Children can choose one activity of their choice and are encouraged to make a commitment to the club for an entire term.
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| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Facilities
| Sports facilities at the school |
Large grassed play area. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Deira Private School, a learning environment that provides a multicultural environment that is conducive to the development of each students full potential and equip them to become responsible, socially well adjusted, future citizens, who are capable of making balanced and informed decisions. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Deira Private School, a learning environment that provides a multicultural environment that is conducive to the development of each students full potential and equip them to become responsible, socially well adjusted, future citizens, who are capable of making balanced and informed decisions. |