Supportive teachers
Several parents describe teachers as friendly, cooperative and encouraging, with one reporting visible progress in her daughter’s learning.
Dubai Schools Al Barsha
Al Barsha South
Dubai Schools Al Barsha is a public-private partnership school in Al Barsha South, operated by Taaleem with the Dubai government. It follows an American curriculum aligned with New York State standards for KG1 to Grade 8, with Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies included.
Reputation Score
3.8
★★★★☆
139 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Visible leadership
One parent praised the principal’s clear virtual guidance and regular updates before students returned after online learning.
American curriculum
The school provides an American curriculum aligned with the New York State Education Department, from KG1 through Grade 8.
Welcoming atmosphere
A parent visiting in October reported polite students, welcoming staff and a calm, respectful learning atmosphere.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm seats. Ask whether a seat is available before paying an application-review fee or submitting extensive documents.
Use email. Plan on emailing for routine requests: one parent says calls were unanswered and arrangements had to be handled by email.
Check fees. Request the full fee breakdown, including books, registration and exam charges, before committing.
Ask about swimming. If enrolling a child under six, ask exactly who supervises changing after swimming classes.
Tour older grades. Families considering Grades 6–8 should ask about behaviour management and observe the environment during a visit.
Keep records. Keep copies of submitted documents and follow-ups; one family reported receiving incorrect certificates and unanswered calls.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khail Rd
Al Barsha South First - Al Barsha South, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Popular Mentions
Swimming classes
Swimming classes are mentioned in a parent’s safety complaint, particularly regarding changing arrangements for children under six.
Arabic teacher
Arabic is part of the school experience, and one parent recalled receiving a call from the Arabic teacher before the school year began.
Common Concerns
Admission fees
Applicants report paying an application-review fee before seat availability was confirmed, including AED 500 per child.
Slow communication
Multiple reviews describe unanswered calls, delayed replies and an administration that relies heavily on email.
Student behaviour
Some parents and students report repeated fights and bullying concerns, especially in Grades 6–8.
Strict discipline
One parent says middle-school students were punished for speaking or laughing in lines and felt unable to explain themselves.
Safety concerns
A parent questioned swimming arrangements after reporting that children under six were expected to change without help.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 500 per child
application to be reviewed
“I completed the application, submitted all the required documents (many of which are not even necessary at the initial stage), and paid AED 500 per child just for the application to be reviewed”Google review · April 2026
AED 1,500
my children’s applications to be reviewed
“It is unreasonable to pay AED 1,500 just for my children’s applications to be reviewed”Google review · April 2026
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The Bottom Line
Dubai Schools Al Barsha is a KG1–Grade 8 school in Al Barsha South with an American curriculum aligned with the New York State Education Department. Students also study Arabic, Islamic Studies and UAE Social Studies. Reviews make the school worth considering for families looking for a supportive learning environment, with parents mentioning friendly teachers, visible leadership and clear guidance during the return from online learning.
The experience is not consistent across the reviews. Some families describe polite students, modern facilities and a calm atmosphere, while others report frequent fights, bullying and strict discipline in the older grades, particularly Grades 6–8. One parent said students could be punished for speaking or laughing in a line or cafeteria, so a visit and direct questions about behaviour management are sensible.
Registration is the biggest practical caution. Families describe unanswered calls, delayed email replies and application fees paid before seat availability was confirmed. One review cites AED 500 per child for application review, while another says three applications cost AED 1,500.
Ask for available seats and a complete fee breakdown first. Parents of younger children should also clarify supervision during swimming classes, as one review raised concerns about under-six children changing independently.
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