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Al Salam Community School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 23,795 - 41,102
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1946
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Typical class size 25

18th St, Al Twar 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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The Essentials

Al Salam Community School has 1,946 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Al Salam Community School is located in Al Twar 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus sits in the Al Twar area near the Dubai–Sharjah boundary, with convenient road access and local amenities nearby. The Admissions office is on site at Al Twar 2, Dubai, making visits straightforward for relocating families. The surrounding area is residential and well-connected to Dubai's city streets and public transport routes.

Stages
Foundation Stage (3–5 years), Primary (5–11 years), Secondary (11–16 years), Post-16 (16–18 years).

Type
Co-educational; day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
ASCS has a highly international student body representing many nationalities. The school describes its community as diverse and multicultural; historically the largest nationality group has been Pakistani, with representation from Arab, Asian, African and European backgrounds. The exact current mix is not publicly published.

Additional learning support
ASCS provides inclusive education with a formal SEN provision. It uses an Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle for learning needs and has robust early identification and differentiation. The school has been awarded the SEND Inclusion Award (2026–2028) and its premises are accessible for students of determination.

Country affiliation
The school follows a British curriculum (Edexcel and Cambridge) and is recognised as a British School Overseas. It maintains UK-based affiliations and collaborations, including with the University of Birmingham, Dubai.

Religious affiliation
Islamic values underpin the school's ethos; it is not a religiously affiliated school.

School day structure
The school day typically starts around 7:30 am and ends around 3:30 pm for most year groups, with Fridays finishing earlier (about 12:00 pm for some levels). A midday break is included on school days; Friday hours vary by year group. Timings reflect a British-curriculum timetable implemented in Dubai.

Bus service
ASCS operates a bus service with routes across Dubai; buses are equipped with GPS tracking and CCTV. On some routes or for younger students, conductors or bus monitors may be provided. A dedicated Transport Manager can be contacted for arrangements and route details.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Al Salam Community School ranges from AED 23,795 to AED 41,102 for 2026/27.

Application / Assessment fees

- Assessment (application) fee: AED 525 (inclusive of VAT). This fee is payable prior to a child's assessment and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts in AED) — full year and per-term breakdown

- FS1 — AED 23,795 per year; Term 1 (Aug–Dec) AED 9,517; Term 2 (Jan–Mar) AED 7,139; Term 3 (Apr–Jun) AED 7,139.
- FS2 — AED 23,795 per year; Term 1 AED 9,517; Term 2 AED 7,139; Term 3 AED 7,139.
- Year 1 — AED 27,041 per year; Term 1 AED 10,817; Term 2 AED 8,112; Term 3 AED 8,112.
- Year 2 — AED 27,041 per year; Term 1 AED 10,817; Term 2 AED 8,112; Term 3 AED 8,112.
- Year 3 — AED 29,204 per year; Term 1 AED 11,682; Term 2 AED 8,761; Term 3 AED 8,761.
- Year 4 — AED 29,204 per year; Term 1 AED 11,682; Term 2 AED 8,761; Term 3 AED 8,761.
- Year 5 — AED 31,367 per year; Term 1 AED 12,547; Term 2 AED 9,410; Term 3 AED 9,410.
- Year 6 — AED 31,367 per year; Term 1 AED 12,547; Term 2 AED 9,410; Term 3 AED 9,410.
- Year 7 — AED 35,152 per year; Term 1 AED 14,060; Term 2 AED 10,546; Term 3 AED 10,546.
- Year 8 — AED 35,152 per year; Term 1 AED 14,060; Term 2 AED 10,546; Term 3 AED 10,546.
- Year 9 — AED 36,775 per year; Term 1 AED 14,709; Term 2 AED 11,033; Term 3 AED 11,033.
- Year 10 — AED 38,938 per year; Term 1 AED 15,576; Term 2 AED 11,681; Term 3 AED 11,681.
- Year 11 — AED 38,938 per year; Term 1 AED 15,576; Term 2 AED 11,681; Term 3 AED 11,681.
- Year 12 — AED 41,102 per year; Term 1 AED 16,440; Term 2 AED 12,331; Term 3 AED 12,331.
- Year 13 — AED 41,102 per year; Term 1 AED 16,440; Term 2 AED 12,331; Term 3 AED 12,331.

(All figures above are stated as school fees in AED with the term-by-term splits shown.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The first term's fees are payable prior to the start of the academic year; a student will not be permitted to start the academic year unless the first term's fees are paid in full.
- KHDA due-date schedule shown: First term due by 01-Aug-2025; Second term due by 01-Dec-2025; Third term due by 01-Mar-2026.
- If family circumstances change prior to a deadline, the school asks to be contacted in advance so it can consider support options.

Sibling discount

- Discount on tuition fees for families with multiple children enrolled: 2nd child 5%; 3rd child 5%; 4th child 10%; 5th child 15%.

Resources and additional academic costs

- Resources (digital platforms, textbooks, class-specific items) are not included in the stated tuition fees; parents are responsible for the prescribed resources for each year group.
- Chromebook requirement: All students in Years 3–13 are expected to have a Google Chromebook as a core learning resource; Chromebooks are available for purchase through the school.
- International benchmark assessment fees (when used) are charged to parents as announced at the start of each year.

Uniform and other parental costs

- Uniform: The official school uniform is mandatory and available for purchase from the Sumeru Retail Shop (Al Madina Mall, Level 2) or via Sumeru's online ordering service. The school publishes a uniform catalogue and policy that set out required items.
- Transport (school bus): A school bus service is available; bus fees are charged separately according to published bus-fee structures. Details and contacts for transport are provided by the school.
- Catering / school meals, extra-curricular activities, and specific trip costs are treated as separate charges and are not included in the tuition figures.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school and offers optional school transport; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published.

Refund information

- The assessment/application fee (AED 525) is explicitly stated as non-refundable and non-transferable.
- No other specific tuition-refund schedule or general tuition refund terms are published in the school's publicly listed fee summary; full policy documents are provided through the school's policy repository and parent portal.

Fee payment options

- Online payments via the Zenda app (credit/debit card or bank transfer) — the Zenda service also offers a Shariah-compliant ‘Pay Later' installment option.
- Bank transfer details (for AED payments): Account Name: AL SALAM COMMUNITY SCHOOL LLC; Account Number: 12038676920001; IBAN: AE030030012038676920001; Bank: Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Al Rigga Road branch; SWIFT: ADCBAEAA.
- Remittance/invoice emails to: accounts@alsalamcommunity.ae.
- The school accepts instant online payments by card or bank transfer through the payment partner; installment options are available through the partner platform.

Notes

- The school states that school-fee levels for upcoming academic years may be subject to change in accordance with applicable UAE bylaw provisions.
Academics

Al Salam Community School teaches British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the National Curriculum for England (NCfE) from the Foundation Stage through Key Stage 4 and into Key Stage 5, with additional entitlement in the later years. Foundation Stage (FS1–FS2) uses the UK EYFS framework, with Read Write Inc phonics taught from FS1. Primary (5–11 years) covers Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) focusing on mastering English, Maths, and Science, with emphasis on problem-solving, literacy, creativity, and Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning. Secondary (11–16 years) offers compulsory subjects (English, Maths, UAE Social Studies, Islamic Studies for Muslim students) and a Science route; Year 10 streams students to up to 10 GCSEs or equivalent, with IGCSEs, BTECs and other Cambridge/Edexcel/AQA qualifications. Sixth Form (16–18) provides AS & A Levels or BTEC qualifications through personalised pathways, with entry to Year 12 requiring 5 A*-C grades (9-5) including a B in Maths and English. The curriculum is complemented by UAE heritage and Islamic values and enrichment activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, careers guidance, field trips, and international exchanges.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit an enquiry via the ASCS admission form and contact the Admissions Team to discuss joining ASCS. The enquiry form is accessible from the Admissions section, and you can visit the Admissions Office at Al Salam Community School Campus, Al Twar 2, Dubai, UAE.

2. After your application is submitted and reviewed, your child will be invited to an assessment session. A non-refundable payment of 525 AED is required at this time. The assessment is designed to understand your child's needs and fit within ASCS's admissions process.

3. Place confirmation will be given within 3 days if a place is available. The school admits students regardless of nationality, religion, race or country of residence, in accordance with UAE law. The full ASCS admissions policy is available for reference.

4. Admissions are open for AY 2025-26 to AY 2026-27; ASCS offers British education from FS to Year 13. The school is a bilingual institution, applying the UAE Ministry of Education curriculum in Arabic, Islamic Studies, and Social Studies to connect students with their culture and identity.
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