School reviews

You can feel the excitement at The English College as we welcome our students and families back for an inspiring new academic year. With the opening of our state-of-the-art STEAM building, every student will benefit from world-class facilities in Design Technology, Robotics, Graphics, and STEAM. Our dedicated new teachers, aligned with our vision for students to learn, thrive and make a difference, bring fresh energy and expertise to our community. Following a record-breaking year of A Level results, the stage is set for even greater achievements and opportunities for every learner

Emily Hopkinson

Principal at the English College, Dubai

Celebrate every language

Our Lunchtime Multilingualism Club is a welcoming space where children enjoy their home language and share lunch together in a supportive environment. They are encouraged to converse in their first language, which helps them feel comfortable and proud of their multilingual identity.

Cath Yandle

EAL teacher

I have been in English College for six years now and I just got my GCSE results and I am really pleased with them. I am thankful to all my teachers and I really love math, so Iam going to pursue math in year 12, as well as all the sciences.

Lonica

Student

I have been in EC since year 8 and I am extremely pleased with my GCS results. I would like to thank my teachers for helping me achieve this

Krish

Student

The English College offers a great education with a strong focus on helping people like me think independently and succeed academically. It’s also a place where many potentials are fulfilled like mine, where I reach my maximum capabilities.

Selim Year 12 in 2025-26

Student

Celebrated, supported and inspired

I chose to join the English College as it’s the perfect environment for us to grow academically and personally. From the start, I’ve felt included with teachers who have always celebrated our achievements.

Abigail Year 12

Student

I've been at EC since year 7 and I'm really glad to have finally gotten results stay over with and I've met my offer to go to the University of Cambridge. This community at EC has been so supportive and kind, and I'm so glad to have grown up here.

Mikaila

Student

So I came to the EC and I was in year 7 and now we just got our final results in year 13 and we're really proud of how we did. And for university, yeah, I'm going. Me and my sister Trisha are going to Australia and Feb, she is studying medicine and I'm studying computer science.

Manoj

Student

I was in EC for five years from Year 9 to Year 13 and I was the former head boy for 2024-2025. I received a trophy for being one of the top five students in Dubai as handpicked by Sheikh Hamdan and the KHDA. To get this achievement, I just had to get A stars in all my A levels, 4.5 A stars basically.And honestly, getting this award feels so surreal. bIt genuinely feels like such a unexpected award, but a very welcome one. I couldn't have done this without EC honestly, and I really do miss being the head boy of EC. But better things are yet to come in Inshallah. I'll be studying at NYU Abu Dhabi with a major in Computer Science, minor in mathematics, and a minor in Economics.

Mahad

Student

Legacy, safety & global citizenship

We were very impressed by how The English College had stood the test of time. We've loved how our psychological safety is not a concept, but the norm, while continuously challenging children to be the best version of themselves, and prioritize being good global citizens.

Thuvi Wijenathan

Parent

What we value most about the school is the open communication and strong cooperation between parents and staff. The team is always approachable, receptive to feedback, and genuinely willing to listen and work together for the children’s best. This makes us feel very supported as parents. Most importantly, it brings us great joy to see our children truly happy and excited to go to school every single day.

Mrs Santiago

Parent of Year 2 student

Our family has had a truly wonderful experience at The English College. The teachers are exceptionally dedicated, supportive, and committed to each child’s growth and success. What makes EC especially special is its strong sense of community. There is a warmth and inclusivity that makes families feel immediately at home. We couldn’t imagine a more supportive and inspiring place for our children to grow.

Nadia Yousafzai

Parent of Fatima Year 3

As parents, we feel truly grateful to be part of The English College family. What we value most is the school’s warmth, sense of community, and its deep commitment to every child’s growth. Head of Primary, Ms. Carmella, is simply amazing; her closeness to both parents and children creates such a nurturing and supportive environment. The teachers are wonderfully committed and always ready to help, going above and beyond to support the children. The Inclusion Team is one of the school’s greatest treasures, ensuring every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to succeed. Our children are happy, confident, and excited to go to school each day, which speaks volumes about the life and spirit of English College.

Patrick L’entete

Parent of Alexander Year 3

This is our family’s third year as part of the English College community and our two children, Alex (Y7) and Lily (Y9), have settled into secondary school life with ease and confidence. It is a joy to see them growing into kind and capable young adults. We are especially excited about the new STEAM building and the extra opportunities it brings to our children to expand their learning journey. The recent upgrades and expansions to school facilities clearly reflect EC’s commitment to providing the very best for its students. As parents, we greatly appreciate the open-door policy of the teachers and leadership team, where feedback is welcomed and concerns are addressed promptly. We also value the many community events and regular parent workshops, which allow us to stay connected and actively involved in school life. EC truly feels like a supportive, vibrant community for both students and parents and we look forward to seeing how the school continues to grow and inspire students in the years to come.

Katarina

Parent of Lily Year 9

We have spent the last 6 years at EC and seen how it has progressed. We are delighted with how Lonika has done. Looking forward to A Levels.

Mr Balasubramani

Parent of Lonica