IB and British
Ages 3 to 18

Jumeirah English Speaking School

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CityDubai-Sharjah-Ajman
CurriculumsIB and British
Language of instructionEnglish
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes Average
Maximum 24 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
School's webpage:
Yearly fees: from: Dirham 44,340
to: Dirham 96,669
This school has more than one campus in Dubai-Sharjah-Ajman:
Arabian Ranches Campus: Ages 3 to 18

Address: Arabian Ranches Dubai United Arab Emirates

Jumeirah Campus: Ages 3 to 11

Address: Dubai United Arab Emirates

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Nationalities

Number of students

2300

Number of nationalities represented in the school

73

Most common nationality

British

Ratio of local students to international students

2%

Languages

Native English speaking teachers

Yes, where possible

Language support for students not fluent in English

There are many extra classes from EAL classes through our Oasis team to native language assistants working with our Modern Foreign Language Department

Additional language classes offered by the school

French, Spanish, Arabic, English, Dutch

Classroom

Max. number of students per class

In primary it is 22, in Year 7 it is 24 and in sixth form it averages 15.

Average number of students per class

Varies from primary, secondary and sixth form depending on subject choices

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Technology is embedded in every classroom with students having access to their own devices and shared technology. JESS is an award-winning school for innovative use of technology.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes

Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?

For those students choosing to study Islamic Studies, they will learn about Islam and Islamic culture

How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?

We are an international school with multiple faiths and religions all accommodated and recognised.

Academics

External examinations or assessments available

GCSEs, International Baccalaureate, and BTEC are the formal examinations JESS students take.

Results in these examinations

Our annual examination results are published on our website https://www.jess.sch.ae/about-jess/examination-results

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Approximate hours of homework given

Varies depending on the year group and subject.

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

On average 98% of our students go on to university.

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs

Yes, we have a dedicated Oasis support team with SENCO trained teachers and qualified school counsellors

Learning support offered

Please see our website https://www.jess.sch.ae/school-life/inclusion-and-send

The school supports gifted, able and talented students

Please see https://www.jess.sch.ae/school-life/inclusion-and-send

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Admissions

Entry evaluation for students

There is a short age-appropriate assessment.

Brief description of entry evaluation required

For Secondary mIDyIS DATA and for Primary CEMselect
Primary we undertake CAT

Waiting list

Yes, in many year groups, unfortunately, we have to run a waiting list

Students can join after academic year begins

UAE law only allows students to move school up to 15 January for students already in-country
International students can apply until 10 May.

School day

School start time

7.30am Secondary
7.40am Primary

School finish time

3.20pm Secondary
2.40pm Primary

Supervised care before/after school

Yes, a wrap-around care service is available

School bus service available

Yes

School provided lunches

Yes, there is a cashless cafe on site for our secondary students. Primary students at the moment bring a packed lunch.

Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)

Yes, there is a selection of food available to suit certain dietary requirements.

Uniform required

Yes, except for the sixth form students.

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

There are a wealth of extracurricular clubs and activities that change each term depending on sports seasons, weather, and availability. In addition, we run the Duke of Edinburgh International Award at Bronze, Silver, and Gold level.

Sports activities included

The school offers a range of sports from netball, basketball, rounders, football, rugby, swimming and athletics.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes, we compete in several leagues nationally and internationally. For the latest fixtures, please visit http://www.jessranchessport.com/

Facilities

Facilities at the school

Dedicated primary and secondary libraries, auditoriums, multiple science labs, sunken courtyard, and an amphitheatre.

Sports facilities at the school

Each branch of the school has a grass pitch, multi-purpose sports hall, and swimming pool

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

We all want the best for our children, to be happy at school, to achieve the best they can, to attend the best universities, and succeed in their future careers. Our vision of ‘Educating To Make A Difference In The World’ means every action must have a purpose. We are determined that members of our JESS community are responsible for making a positive impact, of any scale, on either a friend, family, movement or oneself. We aim to create an environment that encourages this to occur every day. This ethos is enabled by a powerful culture of nurture and aspiration, underpinned by high expectations and equally high standards. We pride ourselves on our strong relationships between students who are eager to learn, and teachers who are skilled and motivated to make this happen. Our students and teachers inspire each other, and these positive relationships, coupled with purpose and ambition, create an irresistible formula.

Teaching approach of the school

We offer every one of our international students exceptionally high academics, a nurturing upbringing, and a sense of belonging, alongside a deeply rooted vision. At JESS, relationships are key, ambition is tangible, and the opportunities are endless. Every day, every member of our community is inspired and motivated to make a difference.

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