Complete the online application, submit supporting documentation (school reports, passports, Emirates IDs), pay the AED 525 application fee, and schedule an assessment. Our admissions team will guide you through every step. View the full admissions process →
You will need to provide your child's most recent school reports, your child's passport and Emirates ID (if applicable), and both parents' passports and Emirates IDs. Additional documents may be requested depending on your child's year group and individual circumstances.
A residency visa is not required at the point of application. However, a valid UAE residency visa and Emirates ID will be required by KHDA registration deadlines in order to complete enrolment.
Yes, we welcome applications from families currently based overseas. Assessments can be completed online for international applicants who are unable to visit the school in person prior to relocation.
Assessment sessions are held on Tuesday 2:00–4:30 PM, Thursday 2:00–4:30 PM, and Friday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM during term time. Please contact admissions to book a slot that suits your family.
Annual tuition fees for 2025–26 range from AED 40,000 for Foundation Stage 1 to AED 57,000 for Year 6, payable across three terms. Fees are KHDA-approved and include core tuition, textbooks, and standard resources. View the full fee schedule →
Yes, sibling discounts are available. Please contact our admissions team directly for details on the discount structure and eligibility criteria.
The application fee is AED 525 (inclusive of 5% VAT). This is a non-refundable, one-time fee that covers the administrative processing of your application and your child's assessment.
Beyond tuition, families should budget for school transport (if required), uniforms, paid extra-curricular activities (ECAs), and occasional field trip contributions. Core ECAs and standard school resources are included in tuition fees.
Victory Heights Primary School City of Arabia follows the English National Curriculum (British Curriculum) from Foundation Stage 1 (age 3) through Year 6 (age 11). Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Moral Education are integrated as required by UAE Ministry of Education regulations. Explore our curriculum →
In addition to core subjects, children benefit from specialist teaching in Arabic, PE, Swimming, Music, Art, Arabic, Spanish (from Key Stage 2), STEAM, and Computing. Muslim children also receive specialist Islamic Studies lessons. All specialist lessons are delivered by qualified, subject-specific teachers.
Our sister school achieves consistently exceptional results. Year 6 outcomes: 100% Reading, 97% Writing, 98% Maths at or above expected standard. Year 2 outcomes: 89% Reading, 86% Writing, 87% Maths. We are committed to replicating and building on this standard at City of Arabia.
ELLI (Effective Lifelong Learning Inventory) is a research-based framework from Bristol University that helps children understand and develop their learning behaviours. The seven learning dispositions are represented by animals: Bee (resilience), Cat (creativity), Chameleon (changing and learning), Owl (strategic awareness), Spider (making links), Tortoise (meaning making), and Unicorn (curiosity). Children learn to identify and strengthen these dispositions throughout their time at school.
Drop-off is 7:30–7:55 AM, Monday to Friday. Monday to Thursday: Foundation Stage dismisses at 1:15 PM, Key Stage dismisses at 3:00 PM. Friday: all year groups dismiss at 11:30 AM. View full school timings →
Yes, VHPS City of Arabia has an indoor, climate controlled swimming pool and a separate splash pool designed for younger children. All students receive weekly swimming lessons as part of the curriculum, taught by qualified swimming instructors.
Maximum class size is 25 students. Our overall teacher-to-student ratio is 1:14, ensuring that every child receives the individual attention they need to thrive academically and personally.
Yes, school bus transport is available. Routes currently serve a wide range of communities. Indicative annual costs range from AED 6,800 to AED 12,500 depending on distance. View transport details →
Yes, Victory Heights is recognised for being highly inclusive, welcoming children with diverse abilities and learning needs. Approximately 8–10% of students are identified with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). Support includes in-house speech therapy, a dedicated inclusion team, and our FAIR (Flexible, Aspirational, Inclusive, Respectful) approach to ensuring every child can access the curriculum. Learn about our inclusion provision →
VHPS City of Arabia is located in City of Arabia, Dubailand, Dubai, UAE. The school is conveniently positioned for families living in Arabian Ranches, Silicon Oasis, Mudon, Villanova, Tilal Al Ghaf, and surrounding communities in the Dubailand corridor.
Our sister school, Victory Heights Primary School Sports City, has been rated Outstanding by KHDA for consecutive inspection years. VHPS City of Arabia opened in 2025 and will receive its first KHDA inspection in its third year of opening. We are committed to achieving the same standard of excellence. View KHDA information →
We use Seesaw as our primary home-school communication platform, providing real-time updates on your child's learning. Parents also receive weekly newsletters, are invited to termly parent consultations, and can attend regular open classroom events. Access the parent portal →
Still Have Questions?
Email: admissions@vhprimarycoa.ae