Yes, our teachers are native speakers of the language in which they instruct students. This ensures that students receive the highest level of expertise and immersion in the language, fostering a more effective and authentic learning experience.

English is the language of instruction at Sunmarke. For Year 2 to 9 students who require support and for whom English is not the first language, Sunmarke provides English language support and remedial classes. ‘Intensive support’ to develop age-appropriate English language skills may also be offered (at the school's option as per the capacity available in the Individual Needs Department).

Arabic, French, Mandarin, Spanish, Hindi, Russian

FS1: 22 per class
FS2-Y1: 24 per class
Y2 - Y13: 26 per class

FS1 - Y1: 20 per class
Y2 - Y13: 22 per class

Yes, our school does employ teaching assistants. They play an essential role in supporting teachers and enhancing the learning experience for students, ensuring every child receives the attention and guidance they need to thrive.

At Sunmarke School Dubai, we are committed to integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into our educational framework, preparing students to excel at university and within the global workforce. Our comprehensive approach to AI-enhanced learning encompasses staff training on innovative tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E2, and InVideo, ensuring that our educators are equipped to harness the power of AI for the benefit of our pupils.

Our online learning platform, Century Tech, not only supports the development of core subjects but also aligns with the Moral, Social, and Cultural curriculum of the United Arab Emirates. This platform effectively identifies knowledge gaps and offers personalised learning pathways, tailored problem-solving tasks, targeted interventions, catch-up support for lost learning, and a wealth of resource materials.

By incorporating AI-driven solutions, students at Sunmarke School learn to tackle complex problems across a range of subjects, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for future success. Furthermore, our educational experience is enhanced with best-in-class online platforms such as Microsoft Class Teams, Microsoft OneNote, SeeSaw, and NearPod, all of which are seamlessly integrated with an array of educational apps.

Yes, our school is equipped and ready to utilize virtual classroom technologies. We have robust systems in place to ensure uninterrupted learning through online video conferencing and other digital platforms during emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, Floods, etc. This approach enables us to maintain the quality of education and provide support to students and families while prioritizing safety and well-being.

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GCSE, A-Level, IB Diploma Programme, BTEC Level 2 & 3

Excellent Academic Results 2023-24
IBDP
36.5 Average Points Score – Over 6 points above the world average.
95% of students scored above the world average.
67% of students achieved 35+ points.
26% of students (more than 1 in 4) achieved 40+ points.
A-Level & BTEC
100% pass rate for A-Level and BTEC
83% of A-Level students achieved grades A*-C; BTEC students achieved D*-M
59% of A-Level students achieved grades A*-B; BTEC students achieved D*-D
36% of A-Level students achieved grades A*-A; BTEC students achieved D*
GCSE
100% pass rate at GCSE
95% of students achieved grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English and Maths.
71% of students achieved grades 9-6 (A*-B)
50% of students achieved grades 9-7 (A*-A)

Yes

As a multiple pathways school, it is important to adapt learning to meet the needs of the qualification. Post 16, homework varies between pathways with A Levels around 4-5 hours per week for each subject and IB subjects having 2-4 hours depending on the level. Homework is a mixture of work set by the teacher and self-reflection. GCSEs have less homework as students study more subjects; this would be around 1-2 hours per week per subject.

100%

At Sunmarke, we exercise a positive and inclusive admissions policy. Candidates will each be given due consideration on a case-by-case basis, and we will take into account the capacity of the premises, staff, and curriculum pathways to effectively meet the needs of the individual. Our Achievement Centre offers a broad range of additional support for students with SEND, including targeted support in language, maths, literacy, and functional independence. We are currently working to develop our range of alternative curriculum pathways for Key Stages 2, 3, and 4 so that, in time, we can offer an appropriate pathway for every learner.

Inclusivity is enshrined in Sunmarke’s ethos where we welcome a diverse range of learners from EYFS to Secondary. The Achievement Centre takes the lead in providing an inclusive education to students in close collaboration with parents, teachers and external specialists.
To facilitate the successful participation and progress of all learners, a range of additional provisions, subject to staffing and availability, are offered at no extra cost. They include, but are not limited to:

Interventions for literacy
Interventions for mathematics
Speaking and listening
Social skills
Motor skills
Directed studies
Extra-curricular activities specific to students with SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities)

Yes

Yes, all applicants are required to sit for the school’s entrance assessments. However, applicants from group schools or nurseries may be exempt unless deemed necessary by the admissions team.

FS1 & FS2: A 20-minute play-based assessment is conducted to evaluate readiness for joining school.
Year 1: A 30-minute English and Math writing paper is administered. Previous school reports are also reviewed.
Years 2-9: Assessments include English and Math papers. ELL students may also need to complete Pearson English Benchmark Tests at varying levels, depending on their age and proficiency.
Years 10-12: A 90-minute CAT4 assessment is conducted, along with a review of mock results and school reports. A follow-up meeting with a Senior Leadership Team member is also required. ELL students are additionally required to take a 60-minute English Benchmark Test.

There may be a waitlist for children with additional needs or for certain year groups that are over capacity.

There is no specific deadline as long as seats are available.

Students can join during the academic year if applying for FS1 to Year 9. However, Year 10 to Year 13 are closed year groups and typically do not accept mid-year enrolments due to curriculum restrictions.

FS1 & FS2: 7:40 am
Primary (Year 1 - Year 6): 7:40 am
Secondary (Year 7 - Year 13) - 7:40 am

FS1 & FS2: 1:15 pm
Primary (Year 1 - Year 6): 3:30 pm
Secondary (Year 7 - Year 13): 3:30 pm

Yes, our school provides supervised care for students both before and after the regular school day. We understand the importance of offering a safe and nurturing environment for students outside standard school hours, ensuring peace of mind for parents. These programmes are carefully designed to support students’ well-being and engagement through structured activities and supervision.

Yes, Sunmarke uses an independent third-party bus operator “My Bus Transport Services LLC” to make the school run as easy as possible. “My Bus” operates an air-conditioned and efficient transport service from various parts of Dubai to the school. Parents may avail of this service at their own discretion and cost.

Yes, Sunmarke has two state-of-the-art dining halls offering outside catering services at an additional charge. One dining hall for Primary and the other exclusively for Secondary. Foundation years typically have two snack breaks a day which are taken in the classrooms. We understand the important role that health and nutrition play in a student’s overall wellbeing and therefore, encourage healthy eating habits from an early age.
We have a bright and spacious cafeteria where students can enjoy healthy food options, socialise, and deepen their friendships. They can opt for pre-packaged food in environment-friendly packs as well. We also provide Grab & Go snacks for them.

Yes, our school is committed to catering to the diverse dietary needs of our students. We offer a variety of alternative food options, including vegan, kosher, and halal meals, to ensure that every student has access to nutritious and appropriate meals that align with their dietary preferences or requirements.

Yes, wearing a school uniform creates a sense of unity and pride in the school community, with students understanding that they are part of one big family. Hence it has been made mandatory for all pupils to wear the prescribed school uniform.

Coding, robotics, poetry, reading, debating, journalism, public speaking, radio production, drama, art, fashion design, photography, TV, video and multimedia production, sports, martial arts, ensembles, bands, orchestra, choir, cooking.

P.E. curriculum includes a range of activities that includes athletics, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, gymnastics, hockey, netball, rounders, touch rugby, swimming, tennis, aquathlon, cross country, trampolining, dance, orienteering, water polo, volleyball, health-related fitness

Yes, All students at Sunmarke school are members of one of our houses: Lions, Tigers, Leopards & Panthers. These houses continue to promote team spirit within our community.
Throughout the school, students regularly participate in house competitions where they can earn flourish points, leading to both personal and group recognition.

State-of-the-art STEAM Center, Sixth Form Centre, Forest School, 600 Seat Auditorium, Three Libraries with Media Centres, Dedicated Drama Studio, Zen garden, Nine World-Class Science Labs, Five Design Technology Labs, Kids Kitchen, Three Fine Arts Labs, Four Music Labs, TV & Radio Production Studios

FIFA-18 sized football pitch, 5-a-side Astroturf pitch, along with MUGA courts outdoors for multi-sport use, athletics running track, semi Olympic sized swimming pool and a learner's pool, multiple tennis, basketball, volleyball, and netball courts, 2 expansive multipurpose halls for gymnastics, outdoor play areas.

Sunmarke School is a premier educational institution in Dubai. It offers a rigorous, enriched and holistic educational programme emphasising academic excellence and participation in diverse co-curricular, sports and enrichment activities enabling students to achieve outstanding academic, social and personal success.
The school's vision is to develop a truly exceptional school that inspires, empowers and enlightens its students, and enriches the community that it is part of.
Sunmarke offers the National Curriculum for England and the GCSE and A Level programmes of study. From the third year of operation, Sunmarke will become an IB World School and will offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 12 and 13.

As part of Fortes Education, Sunmarke School imparts knowledge and skills so students can develop their character, personal leadership, enterprise and work ethic, and values so they create their own success as confident, principled and dynamic individuals in the world.

The Sunmarke education extends well beyond the boundaries defined by the curriculum. The education promotes all-round spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of students and prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life. Students acquire the knowledge and skills to become educated citizens and develop their character and an appreciation of human creativity and achievement.

Sunmarke will carry on the tradition of its affiliate, Regent International School – another Fortes school – of delivering a world-class education centred on the high impact education programme of MultiSmart LearningTM which nurtures students’ multiple intelligences and skills so students become well-rounded individuals ready to take on the challenges of tomorrow’s world.

Sunmarke is also a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and completely technology enabled school, capturing where education is at today – where science and math converge with the humanities thus nurturing students into tomorrow’s generation of thinkers and innovators.