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Founded

About Welcome to Dubai English Speaking Schools

One that must consider curriculum, ratings, convenience, culture, reputation and facilities – and then dig even deeper until instinct says you are there. At DESS Oud Metha, DESS College, and our brand new DESS Academic City we are a vibrant, successful, inclusive community of students, teachers, parents and alumni who tackle today’s most pressing challenges with courage and creativity. Like you, we understand that the greatest gift we can give our children is the joy of learning in an environment where they are known, heard, safe and appropriately challenged, and where their little quirks make them special. For more than 60 years, our hubs of learning and growth have been transforming lives with a powerful combination of British education and the not-for-profit status freedom to invest eve

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Philosophy

How they teach

One that must consider curriculum, ratings, convenience, culture, reputation and facilities – and then dig even deeper until instinct says you are there. At DESS Oud Metha, DESS College, and our brand new DESS Academic City we are a vibrant, successful, inclusive community of students, teachers, parents and alumni who tackle today’s most pressing challenges with courage and creativity.

Outcomes

Where students go

DESS Oud Metha maintains its Outstanding rating because of continual reviews and inspections by several bodies that are tasked with ensuring the consistency and quality of the education offered by Dubai schools. To read about the outcome of our latest KHDA inspection (for 2023-2024), please click on the links below: British curriculum-based schools in Dubai that are members of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) can volunteer to have BSO inspections, which are carried out at the same time as those by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB). Participating schools are inspected every three years against standards that are equivalent to those for independent schools in the UK, considering local requirements. The inspection process is like that carried out in the UK by the

Coaching Credentials

As technology evolves rapidly, DESS College remains committed to integrating a wide range of technological tools to transform learning experiences and make sure our students and staff are future ready. The Digital Leaders play a crucial role in this ongoing journey, constantly exploring new ways to support and advance technology use within our school.

Student Wellbeing

Our diverse array of year-group activities is designed to provide students with a refreshing break from their academic routines. These activities, which foster resilience, teamwork, and a strong sense of community, allow students to connect with their House mates in a meaningful way. We offer dozens of extracurricular activities each week, scheduled before school, during lunch breaks, and after school. From Rock Band to Robotics & Code Club, and a wide range of sports, our ECAs are tailored to support each child’s enjoyment, happiness, health, and overall wellbeing.

Academic Integration

Our diverse array of year-group activities is designed to provide students with a refreshing break from their academic routines. These activities, which foster resilience, teamwork, and a strong sense of community, allow students to connect with their House mates in a meaningful way.

Competitive Pathway

Our new school facilities are integral to the learning experience we offer. We are excited to see our investment bring state-of-the-art equipment and thoughtfully designed spaces that inspire participation and foster a spirit of exploration and achievement.

Facilities & Resources

From classrooms to play areas, we believe that our school facilities have a key role to play in the learning experience we provide and so we continually invest in new and existing equipment and spaces to encourage participation and endeavour.

Ongoing Accountability

Ultimately, our broad range of progressive and effective wellbeing facilities, initiatives and strategies are focused on developing the wellbeing that is fundamental to a child’s success. At the heart of DESS College are values of mutual respect, encouragement, and trust, which together create the happy and close-knit communities in which everyone has a chance to flourish academically, physically, and emotionally.

Admissions &
How to Apply

We are delighted that you are considering applying for a place at Dubai English Speaking Schools. Our DESS Admissions Office is located at DESS College, Academic City, Security Gate 2, Parent Services Reception. To contact our Admissions Team, please email admissions@dess.sch.ae or call +971 (0) 4 360 4866.

Enquiries Open

Year-round

Application Deadline

d on Friday 5th December 2025

Annual Fee

See website

Location

Dubai, UAE

Website

dess.sch.ae