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Woodlem Park School (WPS)
Woodlem British School offers a hybrid curriculum combining UAE MOE requirements with Cambridge International and Edexcel programs. Recent parent feedback is positive, with children enjoying their experience and parents noting good teacher quality.
In brief
The school's distinctive approach blends UAE Ministry of Education curriculum requirements - including Arabic language, Islamic studies, and Emirati identity programs - with Cambridge International and Edexcel qualifications. This dual approach aims to give students both strong cultural grounding in UAE values and internationally recognised academic credentials. The emphasis on Arabic proficiency and Islamic studies reflects the school's commitment to preserving Emirati heritage while preparing students for global opportunities.
Parent feedback from recent years has been largely positive, with families reporting that their children are happy at school and praising the quality of teaching staff. The school appears to maintain good communication with parents about classroom activities and student progress. While detailed information about facilities, university outcomes, and specific academic results isn't widely available, the school's adherence to both UAE national standards and international examination boards suggests a structured approach to education that serves both local and expatriate families.
Strengths
- Positive parent feedback with children reportedly enjoying school
- Good teacher quality and classroom management
- Dual curriculum approach combining UAE MOE with Cambridge/Edexcel
- Strong emphasis on Arabic language and Islamic studies
- Integration of Emirati identity and cultural values
- International examination pathways through Cambridge and Edexcel
Considerations
- Limited publicly available information about facilities and resources
- No specific data on university placement outcomes
- Fee structure not transparently published
- KHDA rating and inspection results not readily accessible
- Small online presence compared to other Dubai schools
Fees
| Fee | Age | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG1 | 3 | Annual | AED 18,000 |
| KG2 | 4 | Annual | AED 18,000 |
| Grade 1 | 6 | Annual | AED 20,000 |
| Grade 2 | 7 | Annual | AED 20,000 |
| Grade 3 | 8 | Annual | AED 22,000 |
| Grade 4 | 9 | Annual | AED 22,000 |
| Grade 5 | 10 | Annual | AED 24,000 |
| Grade 6 | 11 | Annual | AED 24,000 |
| Grade 7 | 12 | Annual | AED 26,000 |
| Grade 8 | 13 | Annual | AED 26,000 |
| Grade 9 | 14 | Annual | AED 26,000 |
| Registration Fee | One-time | AED 500 | |
| Admission Deposit | One-time | AED 850 |
Reviews
- Parent feedback is sharply split. One parent says their children love the school, while another says support weakened after earlier positive years.
- The strongest concern is uneven classroom support. One parent says medium-level pupils received limited help and that progress felt pushed back onto parents.
- Behaviour management is also flagged. One parent says repeated concerns about inappropriate language in a younger class did not lead to effective action.
Head of school
Natalia Svetenok
Natalia Svetenok is an experienced Principal and Educational Leader holding a M. Ed., MBA, and pursuing a Doctor of Education.