Frequently Asked Questions

Star International School, Mirdif offers a full British curriculum from FS1 to Year 13, allowing students to progress smoothly from Early Years to Sixth Form in one school. This continuity provides consistent teaching, pastoral care and expectations, helping children feel secure while staff support their academic, social and emotional development through every stage.

Star International School, Mirdif is rated Good by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (KHDA), with several areas graded Very Good. Inspections highlight strong teaching, clear safeguarding, positive teacher–student relationships and consistent delivery of the British curriculum. The school is also recognised as a British Schools Overseas (BSO) institution, confirming international standards and a strong focus on continuous improvement.

School timings vary by age group to suit students’ needs.
Foundation Stage: 7:45–8:10 am drop-off, 1:30 pm finish (Mon–Thu), 11:30 am (Fri).
Primary: 7:30–7:50 am drop-off, 2:40 pm finish (Mon–Thu), 11:30 am (Fri).
Secondary & Sixth Form: 7:30–7:50 am drop-off, 3:30 pm finish (Mon–Thu), 11:30 am (Fri).

Star International School, Mirdif offers a wide range of extracurricular and after-school activities that support both personal and academic development. School activities include sports, music, arts, STEAM clubs and wellbeing programmes, while additional paid clubs are run by approved partners. Students are encouraged to participate, helping them build confidence, teamwork skills and a strong sense of belonging.

Star International School, Mirdif, is a diverse British school with over 90+ nationalities among students, families and staff. This multicultural environment promotes respect, inclusion and cultural understanding. Students grow confident, open-minded and globally aware, reflecting Dubai’s international community and helping them adapt easily to an increasingly connected world.

At present, bus transportation is not available for after-school activities. Families are therefore required to collect students directly at the end of their ECAs.

The school team clearly communicates activity finish times and is always happy to guide families in planning pick-ups in a safe, comfortable, and well-organised manner.

Most teachers at Star International School, Mirdif are British-trained, ensuring strong delivery of the British curriculum. Specialist teachers lead Arabic, Islamic Studies and key subjects, combining international standards with local cultural understanding. This diverse, well-qualified team maintains high academic expectations and clear communication.

Teacher–student ratios support personalised learning and strong classroom relationships. Foundation Stage averages 20:1, while Primary and Secondary are about 26:1 as students become more independent. These ratios allow close monitoring, timely support and gradual development of responsibility.

Yes. Arabic A and Arabic B are taught from FS1 in line with KHDA regulations. Students are grouped by language background and ability, allowing them to learn at the right pace. This approach builds confidence, develops strong language skills and helps students connect with the culture and identity.

French is introduced from Year 5 as a third language alongside English and Arabic, helping students develop communication skills, cultural awareness and wider global opportunities.

Indeed, Star International School, Mirdif, owns a cafeteria on-site that serves diverse food items fit for the whole student age range.

Parents can decide:
- Pack lunch from home or
- Pre-order meals straight from the cafeteria

Students are free to select between academic and applied learning routes, and will be awarded GCSE, IGCSE, and BTEC qualifications.

The subjects of GCSE & IGCSE consist of the following:
- English Language and Literature
- Mathematics
- Science (Double and Triple Award)
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Computer Science
- ICT
- Geography
- History
- Psychology
- French
- Fine Art
- Graphic Communication
- Food and Nutrition
- Design and Technology

BTEC courses include:
- Business
- Performing Arts
- International Sports Studies

In Years 12 and 13, students continue with AS and A Level programmes through Cambridge International or Pearson Edexcel. These globally recognised qualifications prepare students for university applications and provide a strong academic foundation for future higher education and career pathways.

Star International School, Mirdif is located in Mirdif, Dubai, near Abaya Mall and 24B Street. The campus is easily accessible for families living in Mirdif and nearby areas, making it a convenient and practical choice for families across Dubai.

The school is led by an experienced leadership team focused on academic excellence, student wellbeing and strong community links. The team includes the Principal, Vice Principal and Heads of Primary and Secondary, all with backgrounds in British and international education, providing clear direction, stability and a strong culture of trust and responsibility across the school.

Indeed, Star International School, Mirdif is included in the International Schools Partnership (ISP), the worldwide connection of over 100 educational institutions in 25+ countries, with more than 90,000 students taking lessons.

The membership of ISP not only connects the school to an extensive international education community but also helps in the process of improvement by means of shared skills, teamwork, and the implementation of best practice throughout the group.

Students who are members of the ISP Program participate in carefully designed global learning opportunities that reach out of the classroom.

Such experiences:
- Make the students more confident, better communicators, and leaders.
- Promote students' exchange of cultures and awareness of the world.
- Allow students to work together with their counterparts from other ISP schools.
- Facilitate both digital and in-person collaborations in learning.