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Admissions at SISD DUBAI

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JOIN DUBAI’S MOST DIVERSE, SUPPORTIVE EDUCATIONAL COMMUNITY
We can’t wait to welcome you to our family at SISD.

WELCOME TO SISD

We’re delighted that you’re considering Swiss International Scientific School Dubai (SISD) for your child’s education.

Home to bright young minds from around the world, SISD is an inclusive and inspiring place to learn. At our school, your child will feel valued, supported, and challenged to create their own personalised pathway to success. Our community is united by values of Bilingualism, Excellence, Sustainability, and Togetherness. We embrace diversity and celebrate the achievement and effort of everyone.

Our holistic approach ensures that everyone thrives here – and we’ll make sure your family feels at home from the moment you get in touch with us. Our admissions team are ready to answer any questions you may have, so why not send them a message? 

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 

WHO CAN JOIN? 

SISD is open to children from 3 to 18 years old. We accept boarding students from the age of 11 (Grade 6) upwards.

 

We’re proud to be one of the most diverse schools in the Middle East. We welcome students of all nationalities and backgrounds and don’t limit our students to specific start times. In fact, your child can join us at any point in the academic year, so long as we have spaces available. 

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Our Admissions Team are Here to Help

Start Your Application Today

We know that finding the right school for your child can feel overwhelming. Our Admissions Team is here to help. They’ll guide you through our requirements, answer any questions, and make sure you have all the information you need.  

Ready to get started? Applying is easy:
  • Start your journey to SISD by contacting our Admissions team. Just click the Book a Tour button below to be taken straight to our enquiry form.
  • Upon receiving your enquiry, we’ll be in touch quickly. During our initial discussion, we’ll walk you through our admissions process and answer any questions you may have.
  • Once you are happy, we’ll book you a personalised tour of our campus. This is a chance to see our world class facilities in person and to ask any further questions. Unable to make it to Dubai? We are happy to offer a virtual tour instead.
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STEP-BY-STEP ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Ready to start your child’s application? This is what you need to do next. 
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Make an enquiry
Submit an online enquiry form, send us an email, or give us a call to speak with our Admissions team about how we can best support your family’s needs. 
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Visit us
Schedule a personalised tour or online meeting with our Admissions team. This is an opportunity to learn more about the school and ask any specific questions about SISD. 
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Make your application
Submit an online application form along with the required supporting documents and the application fee of AED 525. 
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Assessment and offer
Arrange a convenient time for your child to complete the online admissions assessment. We aim to share the outcome within five working days. Should your child be offered a place, we kindly ask that the offer is accepted and the registration fee paid within five working days. 
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Enrolment confirmed
Accept our enrolment offer and pay the registration fee. 
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What does it cost?

Our Tuition Fees

At SISD, we welcome students from all cultures and backgrounds with varying needs and requirements. Our fee structure aims to accommodate all students, whether they wish to attend day school, require full boarding in our state of the art boarding houses, or somewhere between the two.

Regardless of the option you choose, our holistic philosophy, flexible bilingual pathways, and globally respected International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes will offer your child numerous opportunities, nurture their character, and foster a lifetime love of learning. 
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MEET OUR COMMUNITY 

Our students’ education is enriched by the diversity and togetherness of our multicultural community.

Here’s what our parents have to say:

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Marie Lafond and Marco Schikore
Parent
“SISD is the perfect school for our trilingual family! Being in such an inclusive multinational and multilingual environment opens so many doors for our children.” 
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Kinda Chaar
Parent
“There are so many reasons why my family and I love being part of SISD. Academically, our children have learnt to thrive while shifting between languages. They also learn about different cultures and habits every day, which is truly amazing! As parents, we belong to an amazing group of families that make the school community really special.” 
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Julia Leiers
Parent
“We chose SISD because of the German-English bilingual programme. We’re so happy with the school – the teachers are highly qualified and the IB programme is outstanding. Our children are encouraged and challenged, and the choice of subjects unlocks lots of possibilities, too. SISD also has a fantastic community of families.” 
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Miriam Burger
Parent
“We chose Swiss International School 7 years ago for its bilingual curriculum and it was definitely a good move. Both our kids are fluent in English and French now, which will always be an added value for their future.  We also discovered a unique community, coming from Switzerland and public schools. In UAE, the multiculturalism is a richness and we can feel it every day at SISD. But as parents, after 7 years, we noticed that our 2 kids still go at school with the smile, which is the most important to us and is the sign of their wellbeing.” 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

  • How long does the admissions process take?  
    Our admissions process can take as little as two to three weeks from start to finish. Timings do vary, though, as each family’s application journey is different. Please speak to our Admissions Team to find out more.
  • Can my child start at any time? 
    Yes, we accept applications all year round. Provided we have a space available, your child can start at any time during the academic year
  • Do you offer boarding? 
    Yes, we offer boarding for 11 to 18-year-olds (Grades 6-12). We have three options: full, weekly, and flexi boarding.  Visit our Boarding Options page for more information.

    Our boarders enjoy an exciting, culturally enriching, and immersive experience. Wellbeing is central our approach, and our experienced on-site boarding team takes the time to get to know each student, ensuring they feel valued, happy and comfortable.
  • What curriculum do you teach? 
    SISD is one of just 75 IB World Schools globally offering the full spectrum of IB programmes. Our students, from ages 3 to 18, follow seamless pathways from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) through to the Middle Years Programme (MYP), IB Diploma (IBDP), and/or the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP). 
  • Is SISD a fully bilingual school? 
    Yes, we are. In the Early Years and Primary, our students learn through our bilingual pathways (English & French or English & German), or through our English STEAM programme. In Middle and Secondary, they choose the language for each subject, with the flexibility to change yearly. 
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YOUR ADMISSIONS JOURNEY STARTS HERE 

Take the first step in your child’s journey to SISD by booking a personalised tour of our campus. If you can’t make it to Dubai, we’d love to show you around online. 

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