# Victory Heights Primary School - City of Arabia > Victory Heights Primary School - City of Arabia (VHPS COA) is a British curriculum primary school in Dubai, UAE, serving children aged 3-11 (FS1 to Year 6). Located in City of Arabia (Dubailand), the school follows the English National Curriculum and is inspected by KHDA. Founded on the principle "Every Child. Known.", it maintains a maximum class size of 25 students with a 1:14 student-to-teacher ratio. The school is part of the Interstar Family of Schools. Annual fees range from AED 40,000 to AED 57,000. ## Key Facts - British National Curriculum school in City of Arabia, Dubai, UAE - Age range: FS1 to Year 6 (ages 3-11) - Maximum 25 students per class, 1:14 student-to-teacher ratio - 35+ nationalities represented - Annual tuition: AED 40,000 (FS1) to AED 57,000 (Year 6) - Core values: Nurture, Challenge, Excel - Opened September 2025 as part of the Victory Heights family (est. 2013) - Purpose-built campus with 25m indoor swimming pool, astroturf pitches, performing arts spaces - Specialist subjects: Swimming, Music, Arabic, Spanish, STEAM, PE - Phone: +971 4 495 2000 - Website: https://www.vhprimarycoa.com ## About - [Our Story](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/our-story.html): School history, founding mission ("Every Child. Known."), and the three core values of Nurture, Challenge, and Excel. Part of the Victory Heights family since 2013. - [Our Team](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/our-team.html): Leadership team and staff profiles including Head of School and senior leaders. - [Governance](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/governance.html): School governance structure and oversight within the Interstar Family of Schools. - [KHDA Reports](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/khda.html): KHDA inspection reports and regulatory compliance details for Dubai's education authority. - [Policies](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/policies.html): School policies including behaviour, attendance, safeguarding, and academic standards. - [Careers](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/careers.html): Current job openings and teaching positions at the school. - [Safeguarding](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/safeguarding.html): Child protection and safeguarding procedures and commitments. ## Belong (School Life & Wellbeing) - [Wellbeing](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/wellbeing.html): Pastoral care programme and student wellbeing support including social-emotional learning. - [Community](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/community.html): School community involvement, parent engagement, and partnership opportunities. - [Sport](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/sport.html): Sports programme including swimming, football, athletics, and inter-school competitions. - [House System](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/house-system.html): The school house system for building teamwork, leadership, and healthy competition. - [Student Leadership](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/student-leadership.html): Student council, leadership roles, and pupil voice initiatives. - [Campus Facilities](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/campus-facilities.html): Purpose-built campus tour including 25m indoor pool, astroturf pitches, library, and performing arts spaces. - [Virtual Tour](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/virtual-tour.html): Interactive virtual tour of the school campus. - [Canteen](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/canteen.html): School canteen menu, nutrition standards, and dietary accommodation. ## Explore (Curriculum & Learning) - [Curriculum Overview](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/curriculum.html): English National Curriculum adapted for international context, with UAE statutory requirements including Arabic and Islamic Studies. Incorporates the 7 ELLI Learning Dispositions. - [Foundation Stage (FS1-FS2)](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/foundation-stage.html): Play-based early years programme for ages 3-4 following the EYFS framework. - [Key Stage 1 (Years 1-2)](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/key-stage-1.html): Core knowledge building in English, maths, and science for ages 5-6. - [Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6)](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/key-stage-2.html): Deepening understanding and independence across all subjects for ages 7-11. - [Enrichment](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/enrichment.html): Extra-curricular activities, clubs, and enrichment programmes beyond the core curriculum. - [Inclusion & SEN](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/inclusion.html): Special educational needs support, learning support provision, and inclusive education approach. - [Specialist Subjects](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/specialist-subjects.html): Dedicated specialist teaching in Swimming, Music, Arabic, Spanish, STEAM, and PE. - [Secondary Pathways](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/secondary-pathways.html): Guidance on secondary school transitions and pathways after Year 6. ## Admissions - [Admissions Process](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/admissions.html): Step-by-step admissions guide: online application, document upload, AED 525 application fee, assessment scheduling, and enrolment. Assessments on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. - [School Fees](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/fees.html): Full fee schedule from AED 40,000 (FS1) to AED 57,000 (Year 6) per year. Termly payment breakdown, sibling discounts, and 10% corporate discount for Emirates/FlyDubai staff. - [Book a Tour](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/book-a-tour.html): Schedule a campus tour on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during the school day, or attend a Saturday Open Morning. - [Transport](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/transport.html): School bus routes, transport provider details, and coverage areas across Dubai communities. - [FAQs](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/faqs.html): Comprehensive answers to frequently asked questions about admissions, fees, curriculum, uniform, and school life. - [Year Group Calculator](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/year-group-calculator.html): Interactive tool to determine the correct year group based on a child's date of birth. - [Parent Champions](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/parent-champions.html): Message current school parents directly to ask questions about their experience at VHPS COA. ## Parents - [Term Dates](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/term-dates.html): Academic calendar with term dates, half-term breaks, and school holidays for the current year. - [School Timings](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/timings.html): Daily school start and finish times, early drop-off, and after-school care hours. - [Uniform](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/uniform.html): School uniform requirements, supplier information, and ordering details. - [Parent Portal](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/parent-portal.html): Access to the online parent portal for reports, attendance, and communication. - [Newsletters](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/newsletters.html): Archive of school newsletters and weekly updates. - [Al Manara Newsletter](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/al-manara-almnarh.html): The school's Al Manara newsletter with news, events, and celebrations. ## Location & Contact - [Contact Us](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/contact.html): Phone (+971 4 495 2000), email, and enquiry form for the school. - [Location & Map](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/location.html): School location in City of Arabia, Dubailand, Dubai, with directions from major Dubai communities. - [Basil the Bear](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/basil.html): Meet Basil, the school mascot and beloved bear of VHPS COA. ## Community Areas Served - [Arabian Ranches 3](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/arabian-ranches-3.html): Information for families in Arabian Ranches 3. - [Villanova](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/villanova.html): Information for families in Villanova. - [Mudon](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/mudon.html): Information for families in Mudon. - [Arabian Ranches](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/arabian-ranches.html): Information for families in Arabian Ranches. - [Al Barari](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/al-barari.html): Information for families in Al Barari. - [Silicon Oasis](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/silicon-oasis.html): Information for families in Dubai Silicon Oasis. - [Damac Hills](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/damac-hills.html): Information for families in Damac Hills. - [Tilal Al Ghaf](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/communities/tilal-al-ghaf.html): Information for families in Tilal Al Ghaf. ## Optional - [Site Map](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/site-map.html): Full site map with links to all pages. - [Terms & Conditions](https://www.vhprimarycoa.com/terms.html): Website terms of use and privacy information.