Delhi Private School Dubai is a private, co-educational institution established in 2003 for the diverse expatriate community in the UAE. The school is recognised and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of UAE and is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi, India. The school, located in The Gardens, Jebel Ali, Dubai, has a massive campus area of 6.83 acres and provides state-of-the art facilities to help students gain an international holistic experience. At present, the student strength is approximately 3,750. The school offers a holistic learning programme for students from KG I to XII. The CBSE curriculum has been aligned, modified and enhanced creatively in line with the vision of the school and the requirements of the UAE. DPS Dubai is an inclusive school that welcomes children from all backgrounds and abilities. The DPS motto “Service Before Self” is the inspiration guiding its value-based curriculum that emphasises empathy, responsibility and caring for others. Students are motivated to be responsible global citizens and sensitised to issues such as environment conservation, awareness and respect for other cultures. The school strongly advocates integration by encouraging an understanding of Emirati values, culture and aspirations. DPS Dubai promotes academic excellence to meet the challenging demands of a competitive, international environment. The focus of the child-centered curriculum is the personalized need of every student. Learning is experiential and a love for knowledge is encouraged to enable lifelong learning in a fast changing world. Research, innovation and creativity foster intellectual fulfillment. The holistic approach to education is reflected in the co- scholastic programme of sports, debates, quizzes as well as artistic pursuits. Confidence-building and leadership skills are encouraged through innovative programmes. Spiritual and moral growth is enhanced through life-skills workshops and every day pastoral care. Self-reflection and goal setting are encouraged for greater focus and result in thoughtful career choices. The ethical use of technology for collaboration and research is a hallmark of the curriculum. The community and parents are considered important stakeholders in creating a harmonious system and DPS Dubai encourages their active participation to help create a vibrant school where excellence is a way of life .
