International
School & Nursery

BC ACADEMY
International School & Nursery in Dubai

LEARN MORE ABOUT ADMISSIONS FOR
THE 2025/26 ACADEMIC YEAR

Get to know BC Academy with our Principal

At BC Academy, we aim for EXCELLENCE.

Our goal is to nurture well-rounded, high-achieving students who embody integrity, innovation, and community.

State-of-the-Art Facilities
& Best Location

State-of-the-art campus of 200,000 sq ft area

Spacious, modern classrooms with movable furniture ideal for teamwork

A fully-equipped multilingual library

Science, STEM and Innovation Labs and
'Maker Spaces'

Green spaces and fully equipped indoor and outdoor play areas

Multiple sports pitches

Tasty, nutritious meals served 4 times a day in the school canteen

A kitchen for cookery lessons

A school bus service and convenient parking

A safe and healthy environment with 24-hour security

Highly-trained medical staff

BC Academy International School delivers an enriched academic and extra-curricular programme from our impressive contemporary campus situated in the heart of Jumeirah.

What We Offer?

British Nursery & Kindergarten

Years: Pre-Nursery 1 & 2, Nursery and Reception

Ages: 1−5

Primary School

Years: 1-6

Ages: 5-11

Secondary School

Years: 7-8

Ages: 11-13

High School

Years: 9-13

Ages: 13-17

* BC Academy is committed to opening Years 9-13 for ages 13-18 in the upcoming school years.

Extracurricular Activities & Clubs

A wide variety of sports clubs and extracurricular activities.

International Trips & Camps

Visiting countries such as the UK, Spain, Malaysia and the USA.

Curriculum Overview

Do you want to learn more about the Curriculum?

Preschool

Classes: Pre-Nursery, Nursery, FS 1, FS 2

Ages: 1-5

Overview

BC Academy will offer the full range of Preschool classes for children aged 1-5.
Our preschool classes use the internationally respected Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. The EYFS curriculum places a strong emphasis on the core areas of early childhood development: communication and language, physical development and personal, social and emotional development.

At BC Academy, we believe passionately that these areas, along with feeling safe and happy in school, are the bedrock on which academic success is built. 

Primary School

Classes: Years 1-6

Ages: 5-11

Overview

BC Academy will offer the full range of Primary classes for children aged 5-11 (Years 1-6). Aligned with the English National Curriculum, our Primary programme is thoughtfully adapted to cater to the needs of our diverse international and Emirati community, providing a stimulating and academically enriching learning journey.

Educational games, collaborative and project-based learning and STEM are balanced with high-quality teaching and opportunities for diligent practice of core skills such as reading, writing and mathematics. This approach encourages high levels of academic achievement and a positive attitude to learning.

Our unique curriculum blends elements of the English National Curriculum, other selected international curricula and UAE national requirements.

Secondary School

Classes: Years 7-13

Ages: 11-18

Overview

We have firm plans to offer the full range of Secondary School classes in the upcoming years.

Through a tailored approach to the English National Curriculum, our secondary programme nurtures each student's unique potential, celebrates their strengths, and ignites their passions, preparing them for success in their IGCSE and A-level examinations, as well as their future lives and careers.

Guided by expert subject teachers, students cultivate critical thinking skills, cultural awareness and global citizenship, preparing them for the demands of higher education and beyond.

Our unique curriculum blends elements of the English National Curriculum, other selected international curricula, and UAE national requirements, creating an exciting and dynamic learning journey.

Admissions Process

What it takes to become a student at BC Academy?

01

Contact us by

02

Visit

Visit our campus 

03

Pre-entry assessment screening by

Student interview
Testing & Initial Diagnostics
Submitting previous school reports

04

Complete the paperwork

Sign the contract and pay the tuition fee once everything is ready.

Welcome Message
From the Principal

Welcome Message
From the Principal

Dear parents,

Welcome to BC Academy International School — where education meets innovation.

For over a decade, we’ve pioneered progressive education, fostering a caring and dynamic learning environment that celebrates multiculturalism and lays the foundations for academic excellence.

At BC Academy we immerse students in a rich learning environment, guided by highly qualified professional and caring teachers. In our Preschool, children follow the internationally respected Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum (EYFS) before progressing to an adapted English National Curriculum in Years 1−8. In the upcoming years, students in Years 11 and 13 will complete IGCSEs and A-levels in preparation for entry to the world’s leading universities.

We firmly believe in the boundless potential of every student. Our mission is to nurture and unlock their innate talents with utmost care and dedication, fostering creativity and instilling a lifelong love for learning.

We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community in the heart of Dubai’s Jumeirah district, where every child’s wellbeing, happiness and academic growth are our top priorities.

Felicity Claire Corbett

Principal @ BC Academy International School

Why Choose BC Academy?

At least 7 reasons to join BC Academy International School

01

British curriculum taught by highly qualified, UK-trained teachers

Full day education
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


02

Exceptional academic results

An enriched maths programme

Competitions and Olympiads for gifted and talented students


03

A tolerant and multicultural atmosphere

Language instruction in Arabic, Chinese, French and Russian

A climate of cooperation and trust


04

STEAM and Robotics Lessons


05

Collaboration, soft skills and leadership training


06

A wide choice of clubs:
Art, Chess,
Football, Basketball, Robotics, Lego, Matata Lab, Music, Ballet, BC Games and many more


07

International trips and camps visiting the UK, Spain, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere


Our Achievements
in Numbers

We take immense pride in our longstanding commitment to quality education, nurturing joyful students across the globe. Our exceptional team of expert teachers and numerous prestigious awards and international partnerships reflect our dedication to excellence and innovation.

Our Achievements
in Numbers

We take immense pride in our longstanding commitment to quality education, nurturing joyful students across the globe. Our exceptional team of expert teachers and numerous prestigious awards and international partnerships reflect our dedication to excellence and innovation.

360+

Highly-Qualified, Expert Teachers

1000+

Happy children across the world

10+

Awards & International Partnerships

Our Extracurricular Activities & Clubs

9 Activities Already Present, and More to Come

BC Games

BC Games is a unique proprietary system of board games created by our methodologists.

Age: 4-7 y.o.
Schedule: 2 times a week.

Chess

Chess is not merely a game but a comprehensive and versatile tool for nurturing child development.

The classes encompass theoretical and practical components, incorporating memory and logic tasks.

Singing Classes

The objective of these classes is to nurture a child’s creative potential and musical talent, while also fostering the development of aesthetic sensibilities through exposure to vocal art.

These classes are conducted in both group settings (comprising 4 to 8 children) and individual formats.

3D Mind - Cuboro

The creative wooden construction sets, crafted from natural materials, nurture imagination, spatial awareness, engineering skills and creative thinking and can also be used to develop soft skills when used collaboratively.

Throughout the classes, children engage in constructing increasingly intricate designs and thought processes.

I Love Maths

This activity proves that Mathematics can be enjoyable and engaging for all.

We are proud to offer this international creative maths programme tailored for children starting around the age of four. 

Ballet

Introducing children to ballet not only enhances their physical strength, flexibility, and range of motion but also refines their coordination and balance.

Ballet classes also hone attention, concentration, spatial awareness and both gross and fine motor skills.

Modern Dance

Modern dance serves as a splendid gateway into the realm of art.

Our instructors are passionate professionals dedicated to their craft and to making it accessible and enjoyable to our students.

Robotis, Coding
& lego

Open up a world of technology and creativity for your child with our club. We offer programmes suitable for children of various ages and skill levels.

At our club, children don’t just learn about technology; they gain the skills to become creative leaders, solve real-world problems, and bring their ideas to life.

Matata Lab

In the formative years, children grasp concepts more effortlessly through play, making learning with Matatalab both productive and enjoyable.

Matatalab seamlessly blends robotics with engaging games.

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