English Schools in Dubai: PACE Springfield’s Fees and Curriculum Explained
Choosing between English-medium schools in Dubai usually comes down to two practical questions once curriculum is settled: what will it actually cost by year group, and which year groups does the school currently teach. PACE Springfield International School, based in Al Awir, follows the UK British Curriculum and publishes a detailed fee structure covering FS1 through Year 8.
This guide sets out PACE Springfield’s current fee structure and curriculum coverage, so you can compare it against other English-medium and British curriculum schools in Dubai on both counts.
PACE Springfield’s Fee Structure
The table below is drawn directly from the school’s published fee page, showing the KHDA-approved annual tuition fee for each year group. The school’s fee page also lists a discounted rate alongside the KHDA-approved figure; confirm which rate applies to your child’s enrolment directly with the admissions team.
| Year Group | KHDA-Approved Annual Fee (AED) |
|---|---|
| FS1/Pre-KG | 25,000 |
| FS2/KG1 | 25,000 |
| Year 1/KG2 | 28,400 |
| Year 2/Grade 1 | 28,400 |
| Year 3/Grade 2 | 28,400 |
| Year 4/Grade 3 | 30,800 |
| Year 5/Grade 4 | 30,800 |
| Year 6/Grade 5 | 30,800 |
| Year 7/Grade 6 | 35,000 |
| Year 8/Grade 7 | 35,000 |
Beyond tuition, the fee page lists a medical fee of AED 500 (split across the three terms) and a uniform fee of AED 600. Enrolment payments for new students and re-enrolment payments for returning students are credited against first-term tuition, rather than added to annual tuition. A separate one-time entrance fee of AED 500 applies to new admissions. Tuition itself is billed across three terms: 40% in Term 1, and 30% in each of Terms 2 and 3.
What Year Groups Does PACE Springfield Currently Teach
PACE Springfield International School’s fee page lists tuition through Year 8/Grade 7, confirming the school currently teaches from FS1/Pre-KG through Year 8. The school’s curriculum is designed to lead towards GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels as year groups continue to expand in future academic years.
What to Check When Comparing English-Medium Schools in Dubai
Full Fee Breakdown, Not Just Headline Tuition
Ask every school for the same breakdown PACE Springfield publishes: tuition by year group, plus medical, entrance, uniform, enrolment and re-enrolment fees separately. Comparing headline tuition alone hides real differences in total first-year cost.
Current Year Group Coverage
Confirm the highest year group a school actually has fees published for, not just what its marketing describes as an eventual pathway. This tells you how many years your child can stay before a transfer becomes necessary.
Curriculum Recognition
Ask which national curriculum framework a school follows and which examination boards it plans to use for GCSEs and A Levels once its senior years are established.
Payment Terms
Check how tuition is split across the year, and whether enrolment or re-enrolment payments are credited against first-term tuition or charged as an addition to it, since this affects the total amount due in a child’s first year at a new school.
About PACE Springfield International School
PACE Springfield International School is based in Al Awir, Dubai, and follows the UK British Curriculum from FS1/Pre-KG through Year 8/Grade 7. The school is part of the PACE Education Group. You can read more about the school’s current admissions process for AY 2026-27 and how it compares with other UK curriculum schools in Dubai.
Why Published Fee Transparency Is Worth Looking For
Not every school in Dubai publishes a full, itemised fee breakdown online. Where one does, as PACE Springfield does with its year-by-year tuition table and separate medical, entrance, uniform and enrolment fee figures, it is easier to budget accurately before you commit to a place, and easier to compare like for like against other schools that may only advertise a single headline figure. When a school’s fee page does not break costs down this clearly, it is worth asking directly for the same level of detail before enrolling, so you are comparing full first-year cost rather than tuition alone.
Location and Commute for Al Awir Families
PACE Springfield is based in Al Awir, within reach of families across the eastern parts of Dubai. As with any school, weigh the daily commute against curriculum fit and fee structure together, since a shorter commute is only a genuine advantage if the school also suits your child’s stage of education and your household budget. A short campus visit remains the most reliable way to judge day-to-day fit once the fee and curriculum questions above are answered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current highest year group at PACE Springfield International School?
The school’s published fee structure covers FS1/Pre-KG through Year 8/Grade 7.
How much does PACE Springfield charge in tuition?
KHDA-approved annual tuition ranges from AED 25,000 for FS1/FS2 up to AED 35,000 for Year 7/8. The fee page also lists a medical fee and a uniform fee separately, plus a one-time AED 500 entrance fee for new admissions. Enrolment and re-enrolment payments are credited against first-term tuition rather than added on top. The fee page also lists a discounted rate; confirm which applies to your child with the admissions team.
Is there an entrance fee separate from tuition?
Yes, a one-time AED 500 entrance fee applies to new admissions. Enrolment payments for new students and re-enrolment payments for returning students are credited against first-term tuition, rather than added to annual tuition.
How is tuition billed through the year?
Across three terms: 40% in Term 1, and 30% in each of Terms 2 and 3.
Does the school offer GCSEs or A Levels yet?
Not currently. The school’s curriculum is designed to lead towards GCSEs, BTECs and A Levels as year groups progress beyond Year 8; ask the school directly for its expansion timeline if this affects your child.
How do I register my child?
Registration is completed online through the school’s admissions page, after which the admissions team will follow up regarding a visit and next steps.
Request Current Fee Confirmation
If you are comparing English-medium schools in Dubai on cost, contact PACE Springfield International School in Al Awir to confirm which fee rate applies to your child’s year group and to arrange a visit.