Dubai's "School of the Future" Worth $100 Million to Open in 2025

In August 2025, the School of Research and Innovation (SRI) will open its doors in Dubai Sports City, a project by GEMS Education. With a budget of $100 million, it will become the most expensive school in Dubai and the UAE.

Tuition Fees

• FS1 (early years): AED 116,000 per year.

• Senior grades: Over AED 200,000 annually.

• Initial enrollment is open for sixth graders, with a tuition fee of AED 152,000 per year.

Unique Facilities

To justify its record-setting price tag, the school will feature an impressive array of facilities:

• A helipad for parents.

• An Olympic-sized swimming pool.

• A professional Premier League-standard football field.

• A 400-meter Olympic running track.

• An NBA-standard basketball court.

• Dedicated spaces for performances, arts, and history exploration.

Innovative Education

The curriculum will incorporate cutting-edge technologies and disciplines. Students will engage in advanced studies in computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics, game design, and eSports. Additionally, the program includes languages, arts, sports, engineering, and business fundamentals.

World-Class Faculty

GEMS Education emphasizes that the school will employ a teaching staff recruited from the world’s most prestigious institutions. These educators are equipped to deliver a holistic education using the latest technologies.

This school is poised to be more than an educational institution; it will be a hub of innovation and creativity, empowering students to achieve their full potential on all levels.