Deira International School, Dubai
Deira International School is an all-through school for pupils aged 3 to 18 in Dubai.
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Deira International School in detail
Deira International School in its own words
In its own words: "It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Deira International School (DIS)! Opened in 2005, DIS is a premium British and IB World School located in the heart of Dubai Festival City. We offer the British National Curriculum alongside the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and IB Career-related Programme (IBCP), providing an exceptional education for students aged 3-18."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, netball, rugby, tennis, basketball, swimming, drama, chess, coding and cooking.
Vision and values (school website)Clubs (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
No inspection data available
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
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Questions parents ask about Deira International School
What is the catchment area for Deira International School?
No fixed boundary. When Deira International School is oversubscribed, your local authority allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How do I apply to Deira International School?
Apply through your local authority's coordinated admissions process, naming Deira International School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
Where is Deira International School?
Deira International School is at P.O. Box 79043, Al Badia, Dubai.