Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
1108 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
60 |
Most common nationality |
British |
Ratio of local students to international students |
1% local : 99% international |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, Spanish, Arabic |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
Use of technology in the classroom |
Jumeirah College’s ICT provision is embedded within all teaching and learning, with interactive whiteboards in all classrooms and ICT laboratories. These excellent resources are all aimed at enhancing the quality of teaching and learning within college. There are currently over 400 computers available for students to use all connected to the school’s network running Microsoft Network. |
External examinations or assessments available |
GCSE, Key Stage SATs, AS and A Levels |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the grade level. |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Support for Learning Department |
Learning support offered |
The Support for Learning Department offers a range of support to students with a broad spectrum of learning styles and challenges. The Learning Centre is positioned in the heart of the College to reflect the school's philosophy of integration and individual support. All students with special learning needs have their difficulties addressed by team of committed teachers and Support for Learning assistants. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Entry evaluation for students |
All students applying to the College for Years 7 to 10 must complete an assessment. |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The assessment is an online Cognitive Ability Assessment. It contains Verbal, Non-verbal, Quantitative and Spatial reasoning questions and students will take between 1:30 and 2 hours to complete the assessment.
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Waiting list |
Depends on the grade level. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Jumeirah College provides a rich extra-curricular programme that supports student’s all-round development, providing opportunities for students to develop talents and explore new interests. Activities include both individual pursuits and team building activities for all students. Students may choose from a wide variety of activities. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-purpose sports hall, swimming pool, tennis/netball courts, grassed playing fields |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Jumeirah College – Dubai is a modern and vibrant year 7 to year 13 school that develops happy, confident and accomplished students. With a commitment to academic and personal excellence, the school has established a reputation as an outstanding independent school that’s renowned for securing impressive outcomes for students across a wide range of abilities and interests. |
Teaching approach of the school |
Jumeirah College offers The National Curriculum for England taught by fully qualified and experienced staff. The school has earned a deserved reputation for high academic standards. At all levels, students at Jumeirah College have earned high marks in external assessment tests and exams. |