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ELPS Overview
About UsEst. 1978KHDA Inspected

Our School

47 years of British education in the heart of Dubai

1,969

Students

37

Nationalities

FS2-Y13

Year Groups

1978

Established

Mohammad Atif — Principal, ELPS

Mohammad Atif

Principal, ELPS

Cambridge CertifiedPISA CertifiedKHDA Commended 2024

Principal's Welcome

1,969 students. 37 nationalities. One school. For 47 years, ELPS has been where Dubai's most diverse families come together — British curriculum, Edexcel examinations, and 92 students of determination supported alongside their peers.

— Mohammad Atif, Principal

37 Nationalities. One Family.

Every continent. Dozens of languages. One campus. Diversity is not a programme — it is who we are.

🇬🇧Pakistani
🇦🇪Egyptian
🇵🇰Filipino
🇵🇭Sri Lankan
🇱🇰Iranian
🇱🇰Indian
🇮🇷Italian
🇮🇳Sudanese
🇮🇹Nigerian
🇫🇷Saudi
🇦🇫Afghan
🇳🇬Bangladeshi
🇳🇬Nepali
🇳🇬Somali
🇰🇪Ethiopian
🇪🇹Kenyan
🇸🇴Turkish
🇧🇩Syrian
🇳🇵Jordanian
🇮🇳Palestinian
🇮🇳Lebanese
🇮🇳Iraqi
🇵🇰Yemeni
🇵🇰Omani
🇲🇾Bahraini
🇮🇩Kuwaiti
🇹🇷Malaysian
🇷🇺Indonesian
🇵🇹Chinese
🇪🇸Korean
🇩🇪Thai
🇨🇳Vietnamese
🇯🇵Burmese
🇰🇷Russian
🇹🇭Portuguese
🇻🇳Spanish
🇲🇲German
Diverse school assembly
Students from 37 nationalities
Community event

37

Nationalities Enrolled

Pakistani, Egyptian, Filipino, Indian, Iranian, Italian, Sri Lankan, Nigerian, Afghan, Saudi, and 27 more

92

Students of Determination

Fully supported with tailored learning plans. Mixed classes until Year 4, separated provision from Year 5.

37

Languages on Our Website

Every parent deserves school information in their own language. Our chatbot speaks all 37 too.

Our Journey

From 1978 to nearly 2,000 students across 37 nations.

1978

Founded in Dubai

English Language Private School established, serving Dubai's diverse expatriate community.

1990s

British National Curriculum

Adopted the British National Curriculum (England), bringing world-class educational standards.

2000s

Edexcel Examinations

Became an Edexcel examination centre offering IGCSE and A Level qualifications.

2017

Robotics Lab Opened

Launched a dedicated robotics laboratory, expanding STEM education with coding programmes.

2022

PIRLS Score 561

Achieved a PIRLS literacy score of 561, demonstrating strong reading comprehension outcomes.

2023

Cambridge Learner Award

Received the Cambridge Learner Award, recognising outstanding student achievement.

2024

KHDA Commendation

Principal Mohammad Atif commended by KHDA for leadership and safeguarding excellence.

British National Curriculum

FS2 to A Levels. Edexcel examinations. English, Arabic, Urdu, French.

FS2Ages 3-5

Foundation Stage 2

Early Years Foundation Stage. Play-based learning, phonics, early numeracy, social development. Building the foundations for a love of learning.

Y1-Y2Ages 5-7

Primary — KS1

Key Stage 1. Core literacy and numeracy, guided reading, hands-on science, creative arts. Children develop confidence and independence.

Y3-Y6Ages 7-11

Primary — KS2

Key Stage 2. Deeper subject knowledge, enquiry-based science, history, geography, computing. Preparing for secondary school transition.

Y7-Y9Ages 11-14

Lower Secondary — KS3

Key Stage 3. Broad subject range including sciences, humanities, languages, and technology. Students discover their strengths and interests.

Y10-Y11Ages 14-16

IGCSE — KS4

Key Stage 4. Edexcel International GCSE examinations. Subject specialisation, exam technique, and rigorous academic preparation.

Y12-Y13Ages 16-18

A Levels — Sixth Form

A Level examinations. University preparation, career guidance, leadership opportunities. The final step before higher education.

🇬🇧

English

Medium of Instruction

🇦🇪

Arabic

Compulsory (MoE)

🇵🇰

Urdu

Community Language

🇫🇷

French

Modern Foreign Language

Inclusion at ELPS

We proudly support 92 students of determination. Every child at ELPS is valued, and our inclusion team works to ensure all learners can access the curriculum and thrive.

Mixed classes until Year 4

All students learn together in Foundation Stage and early primary years.

Tailored provision from Year 5

Students of determination receive specialised support and individualised learning plans.

92 students supported

A dedicated inclusion team ensuring every learner reaches their potential.

Inclusive school community

92

Students of Determination

IEP

Individual Plans

At a Glance

KHDA Rating

Acceptable

SafetyVery Good
WellbeingGood

Fees Range

AED 6,411

to AED 13,500/year

+ ~AED 1,300/year additional

PIRLS Score

561

Literacy Achievement

International reading benchmark

Contact

info@elspvtdubai.com

+971 4 337 7503

Oud Metha, Dubai

Part of PECB

ELPS operates under the Pakistan Educational & Cultural Board, Dubai. We share a commitment to academic excellence, cultural heritage, and community service with our sister institution PEA.

Apply for 2025-26

British curriculum. 37 nationalities. FS2 to A Levels. AED 6,411 to AED 13,500/year. Every child belongs at ELPS.

info@elspvtdubai.com | +971 4 337 7503

ELPS is a PECB institution — Pakistan Educational & Cultural Board, Dubai

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