When to start admissions process
My daughter turns 3 this 19 Nov 2016, when should I start the school hunt and registration process to ensure she gets a seat into a British curriculum school in dubai?
HI Ruth,
Thanks for your query. Most schools will already be taking applications for September 2017, or will start to do so shortly after the new academic year commences in September. I would suggest that you start your research over the coming weeks and arrange visits to the schools either before the current academic year ends, or in September when the new one commences. That way, you will have been able to narrow down your options and start the application process well ahead.
Although there are many more school places available now than in the past, the most popular schools remain a challenge – in part because they offer priority to families of existing students and also because demand at the lower end of schools is much higher than for older children. I would suggest that you short-list 3 schools that meet your requirements in terms of budget and location, visit them to get a feel for the school and then apply on the basis of which schools you feel would be appropriate for your daughter. It is a little like buying a house; first impressions often provide a great sense of whether this is the school for you!
Good luck.