Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai (RWA)
Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, Jumeirah, Emirate of Dubai, UAE 22 reviews
School is up to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and affiliated to International Baccalaureate (IB), UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum). The School is a Coed Day School, with classes from KG 1 to XII. It is an English Medium school.
KG 1 - XII
Grades
Private School
Type
Coed - Day School
Gender - Boarding
IB, British Curriculum
Curriculum
About School
Know about Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai: Board & Curriculum, Admission Procedure, Fees & Fee Structure, Contact Details, Facilities and Ranking, Rating and Reviews.
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai, is a Senior Secondary School (XI-XII), affiliated to International Baccalaureate (IB), UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum). The School is a Coed Day School, with classes from KG 1 to XII. It is an English Medium school. The school is located in Umm Suqeim 3 area of Dubai, Emirate of Dubai. Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 was established in 2008. It is a Private School and is managed by Innoventures Education Group.
2008
Private School
Innoventures Education Group
Coed
Day School
Class KG 1 - Class XII
Curriculum
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum)
School Level
The motto of Raffles World Academy Umm Suqeim 3 is ‘Towards Excellence’. It is a Coed Day School, which serves the educational needs of over 2000 students from KG 1 through XII. The classes in Raffles World Academy for every academic year begins in September and ends in June.
RWA has students and staff from all over the world, comprising over 85 different nationalities and representing a truly international mix.
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Address & Contact Information
School Address
Al Marcup Street (formerly Street 7) Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, UAE P.O. Box 122900 Makani No.: 18255 81751
School Chairman & Principal
School Contact Person
Phone Number
+971 4 4271300, +9714 427 1351/52
Email Address
rwahead@rwadubai.com, rwaadmissions@rwadubai.com
School Website
http://www.rwadubai.com/
Admission Details
Academic Year
September to June
Admission Period
Admission Contact Details
Phone: 04-4271351, 04-4271352, 04-4271321, 04-4271322, +971 4427 1302/ 1303/ 1304/ 1305
Email: rwaadmissions@rwadubai.com
Admission Procedure and Important Dates
The School has students enrolled from KG 1 to XII. Find below the admission schedule, procedure, contact details, documents required and instructions for parents for Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai admission.
In this section, we will answer the common questions like What is the admission process like and what are the key dates? Is there any admission test? Will School also hold an interview or an interaction? What is the age criterion for admission to Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai for the upcoming academic year?
Interested parents can apply using Online Application
Admission Criteria
The assessment test is in
- English and Mathematics (Grade 1)
- CAT4 digital testing (Grade 2-12)
- For Kindergarten it would be a general assessment test and non-verbal clues may be used.
Documents Required for Admission
Parents can complete the application online at www.rwadubai.com
The following documents are also required for each child before the student begins at RWA
- 1 x copy student's passport
- 1 x copy of student's UAE residency visa page in passport
- 1x copy of Student as well as Parents Emirates
- 1 x copy of student's birth certificate (English or Arabic)
- 3 x passport photographs
- 1 x copy Transfer Certificate (for students joining Grade 2 and above at the start of the academic year, and for students joining KG to Grade 12 during the academic year). No TC required for transfers within Dubai.
- 1 x copy of previous two years of student's school reports in English
- 1 x copy of immunisation records
Please note that to complete KHDA registration of each child, parents are requested to present the child's original Emirates card and swipe it along with one of the parents at our readers/swiping machines.
Age Requirements
| Typical Age for Student | Grade System | Year System | Syllabus |
| 17-18 | 12 | 13 | IB DP Year 2 |
| 16-17 | 11 | 12 | IB DP Year 1 |
| 15-16 | 10 | 11 | IB MYP |
| 14-15 | 9 | 10 | IB MYP |
| 13-14 | 8 | 9 | IB MYP |
| 12-13 | 7 | 8 | IB MYP |
| 11-12 | 6 | 7 | IB MYP |
| 10-11 | 5 | 6 | IB PYP |
| 9-10 | 4 | 5 | IB PYP |
| 8-9 | 3 | 4 | IB PYP |
| 7-8 | 2 | 3 | IB PYP |
| 6-7 | 1 | 2 | IB PYP |
| 5-6 | KG2 | 1 | IB PYP |
| 4-5 | KG1 | EY |
Fees Details
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 Fees: Fee Structure & Details
Refer below for Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 Dubai fee structure and current fees.
You can also call the school's Admission Counsellors for more details.
| Class | Annual Tuition Fee |
| KG 1 | 30,384 |
| KG 2 | 36,461 |
| Grade 1 | 47,156 |
| Grade 2 | 47,156 |
| Grade 3 | 47,156 |
| Grade 4 | 56,878 |
| Grade 5 | 56,878 |
| Grade 6 | 56,878 |
| Grade 7 | 64,171 |
| Grade 8 | 64,171 |
| Grade 9 | 64,171 |
| Grade 11 | 85,075 |
| Grade 12 | 85,075 |
Note for returning students:
- Re-registration Fee (Advance Payment): 10% of Annual fees (non-refundable but adjustable against Semester 1 fee)
- Sibling discount of 5% is applicable for third child and 10% for the fourth child onwards
Note for new students:
- Assessment Test Fee AED 1000 (non-refundable)
- Registration Fee (Advance Payment): AED 9,000 for KG1 and AED 10,000 for KG2 & Grades 1-12 (non-refundable but adjustable against Semester 1 fee if admission is confirmed)
- Sibling discount of 5% is applicable for third child and 10% for the fourth child onwards
Additional Costs
- Stationery
- Educational Material Fee: payable along with Semester 1 Fees by 01 September 2018.(please refer Schedule A and Schedule B above for the fee amounts)
- Educational and field trips that may be organised from time to time may incur additional costs which will be intimated on a case by case basis. Fees payable for such trips will be payable separately to all other fees
- Voluntary excursions or sports tournaments in which costs are incurred
- School uniforms; Team kits and other necessary sporting attire or auxiliary items
- External Examination Fee
- Meals
- Transportation
- Other activities for which costs accrue to the school
- Insurance: It is suggested that parents maintain health, accident and liability insurance for their children
- Replacement Student ID Cards
Infrastructure & Facilities
The Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 campus is spread over acres of land in Umm Suqeim 3 area of Dubai, Emirate of Dubai. The School is a K-12 Day School. The School's infrastructure includes but is not limited to:
Sports Facilities(9/42)
- Aerobics
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Covered Play Area
- Cricket
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnasium
- Handball
- Hockey
- Horse Riding
- Indoor Stadium
- Judo
- Kabaddi
- Karate
- Kho Kho
- Outdoor Stadium
- Netball
- Play Area
- Rugby
- Shooting
- Skating
- Soccer
- Splash Pool
- Sand Pit
- Sailing
- Squash
- Swimming
- Rowing
- Table Tennis
- Taekwando
- Tennis
- Throwball
- Volleyball
- Yoga
- Lacrosse
Education Facilities(1/6)
- Library
- Digital Library
- Career Counseling
- Counseling
- Student Exchange Programs
- Test Center
Classroom Facilities(0/5)
- AC Classrooms
- AV Classrooms
- Lockers
- Air Purifiers
- Air Filter AC Classrooms
Visual and Performing Arts Facilities(3/4)
- Art
- Dance
- Dramatics
- Music
Laboratories Facilities(2/6)
- Laboratories
- Language Labs
- Maths Labs
- Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL)
- Computer Labs
- Robotics Labs
Transport Facilities(1/2)
- Transport Facility
- AC Buses
Boarding Facilities(0/2)
- Hostel
- AC Hostels
Accessibility Facilities(0/4)
- Accessible Parking
- Ramped or Level Entrances
- Accessible Washrooms
- Braille and Large Print Room Numbers
Digital Facilities(1/4)
- AV Facilities
- Interactive Boards
- School App
- Wi-Fi
Food and Catering Facilities(2/3)
- Canteen
- Meal Served
- Kitchen & Dining Hall
Safety and Security Facilities(1/11)
- CCTV
- Fire Alarm
- Fire Extinguisher
- Security Guards
- Boundary Wall
- Fenced Boundary Wall
- Speedometer In Bus
- GPS In Bus
- CCTV In Bus
- Fire Extinguisher In Bus
- School Bus Tracking App
Medical Facility Facilities(1/7)
- Medical Facility
- Medical Room or Clinic
- Resident Doctor
- Medical Staff
- Isolation Room
- ICU
- Dedicated Ambulance
Other Infra Facilities(1/7)
- Kids Play Area
- Activity Center
- Toy Room
- Amphitheatre
- Auditorium
- Day Care
- Lego Room
Safety & Security Measures at the School
- Security guards on duty 24 hrs in the school compound
- CCTV is used for surveillance to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
- RWA clinic is licensed by Dubai Health Authorities' regulation Department; staffed by one full time doctor and 2 full time nurses, DHA licensed and certified in CPR and AED.
Extra-Curricular Activities
School Clubs and Societies
The School has organisations/Clubs/Societies that organize various activities to develop the skills and extract the best out of every child. These scholastic and co scholastic clubs are a great way to explore the interest of any student or even develop new ones. [object Object]
- Art and Craft
- Debate
- Model United Nations
- Music
- Sports
Academic Programs
Number of Students
School Timings and Vacations
What are the school timings?
The school works in Shift 1 (Morning).
The School timings are:
| • Secondary School registration - 7:40am • Primary School registration - 7:50am • KG1 Dismissal - 1:50pm • KG2 to Grade 12 Dismissal - 2:50pm |
Language of Instruction
- English
What is the typical school vacation schedule?
| Holidays | The academic year is divided into 2 Semesters of approximately equal length. Semester 1 runs from September to January; Semester 2 runs from February to June. |
School Senior Secondary Streams
School Level & Classes
Which grades will you have in the new session?
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 is a Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) for both boys and girls and has following grades/levels
| Level | Classes |
| Pre Primary School (Pre School) | KG 1KG 2 |
| Primary School (I-V) | IIIIIIIVV |
| Middle School (VI-VIII) | VIVIIVIII |
| Secondary School (IX-X) | IXX |
| Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) | XIXII |
Academics Programme and Curriculum Structure
The Academic session at Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 starts from September to June. The School provides education to students from KG 1 to XII.
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 is a Coed English medium Day School which offers the International curriculum IB, British Curriculum, from KG 1 to XII. The School offers its students a choice of 2 boards International Baccalaureate (IB), UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum).
Academic Affiliations
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 is authorised to offer the following
International Baccalaureate (IB)
The International Baccalaureate (IB) (International Baccalaureate Organisation, Geneva, Switzerland) offers 4 programs for students randing from age 3 to 19. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students of age 3 to 12 students. Middle Years Programme is for students aged 11 to 16 and Diploma Programme (DP) for students ages 16 to 19. Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai is affiliated to International Baccalaureate (IB). Every School authorized to offer the IB programmes is known as an IB World School.
The school is affiliated to IB since 25-Mar-2010 with IB affiliation number 006315.
The Schools offers following IB programs
- PYP
- MYP
- DP
Curriculum offered in Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 by Class
In this section, we will answer What board of education does Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 intend to follow over the years?
School follows IB PYP Curriculum in Pre Primary level classes. IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is designed to cater to students till Grade/Class 5. Know more about PYP.
- Upto Class V, School follows IB PYP Curriculum. IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) caters to students from Class /Grade 1 to 5. Know More about IB PYP
- School follows IB MYP Curriculum in Middle level classes, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) caters to students from Class /Grade 6 to 8. Know more about MYP.
- School follows IB MYP Curriculum in Secondary level classes, IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) also caters to students of Class /Grade 9th & 10th. As per the Agreement signed between International Baccalaureate (IB) and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in January 2013, compeletion of IB MYP program will be consdidered equivalent to any other Class 10th board examination in India. Students can get continue their education with any school or board after compelting the IB MYP. Know more about MYP.
- School follows IB DP Curriculum in Senior Secondary level classes, IB Diploma Programme (DP) caters to students from Class /Grade XI & XII. Know more about IB DP.
Languages offered include: Arabic, which is mandatory for all students in the UAE; French and Spanish; and Arabic 'B' for non-native speakers.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) is available for those students who have been assessed by the school as requiring additional support.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 is affiliated to which board?
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai is affiliated to the International Baccalaureate (IB), UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum).
What is the process of getting admission into Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai?
The Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai has students enrolled from KG 1 to XII. Refer to Admission Section for information on admission process, schedule and key dates.
What are the school timings?
The Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 works in Shift 1 (Morning). The School timings are: • Secondary School registration - 7:40am • Primary School registration - 7:50am • KG1 Dismissal - 1:50pm • KG2 to Grade 12 Dismissal - 2:50pm
Is this school a co-educational school?
Yes The Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai is a Coed school.
What is the curriculum offered at Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai?
Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai offers the International Baccalaureate (IB), UK National Curriculum of England (British Curriculum) at various levels of education.
Is this school good? What is the rating of this school?
The Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 is rated 3.4 out of 5 based on 22 reviews on SchoolMyKids.com, largest school reviews and rating platform.
Does Raffles World Academy, Umm Suqeim 3 offer Hostel facility to students?
No, The school does not have any boarding/hostel facilities to students. The School is Day School.