Star International School, Al Twar

A British international school in Dubai that opened in 2005, serving children aged 3 to 18 through the complete educational cycle. Since joining the International Schools Partnership network in 2022, it has become part of a global community spanning 112 schools across 25 countries.

School Profile

Following England’s National Curriculum from early years through A-Levels and BTEC, Star International School, Al Twar employs the Learning.First™ methodology, which positions teachers as mentors while students shape their own learning path through reflection and peer assessment. This approach yields impressive outcomes—97% pass A Level while 91% achieve grades 9-4 on GCSE exams—enabling graduates to pursue their ambitions at leading universities worldwide. The community itself reflects genuine diversity, with students representing over 60 nationalities.

Locations

Two purpose-built campuses in Al Twar serve different age groups. The primary campus in Al Twar 2 creates an intimate environment for younger learners, featuring interactive play zones, a music room, and a STEAM lab designed for exploration and creativity. Meanwhile, the secondary campus in Al Twar 4 houses advanced science laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics, an Apple Mac Suite, a design and technology lab with 3D printers, plus sporting facilities including an Olympic 8-lane pool, football pitch, and three indoor sports halls.

Achievements and Features

Through ISP membership, students access a network of 112 schools, 110,000 learners, and 14,000 staff across 25 countries, participating in programs like Model United Nations, Chess Masters, Filmmakers, and Cultural Exchange. The research partnership with Cambridge University through Camtree underpins the institution’s “Good Struggles” philosophy, deliberately creating productive discomfort that fosters growth. Scholarship programs recognize outstanding achievement in academics, sports, debate, and the arts.

Star International School, Al Twar Curriculum

The Enhanced English National Curriculum integrates STEAM across all levels. Early Years (3-5) follows EYFS with exploratory learning through structured play, while Primary (5-11) uses interdisciplinary projects combining geography, history, music, and art. Secondary (11-16) prepares students for IGCSE and BTEC, and Post-16 (16-18) offers either A-Levels for academic preparation or BTEC for practical learning. English serves as the teaching language, with Arabic studied from early years through Year 13 and French from Year 5 to IGCSE. The EAL program accelerates language development, while life skills training addresses cognitive abilities, global competencies, self-management, interpersonal skills, and digital literacy.

Extracurricular Activities

More than 60 clubs operate throughout the school day, covering sports, arts, STEAM, leadership, and community initiatives. Teams compete in DASSA and BSME leagues across basketball, football, netball, swimming, and gymnastics, training on professional facilities. Activities range from creative writing, debate, drawing, French, gardening, and performing arts to science experiments, robotics, dance, and board games. A dedicated support team including inclusion specialists, pastoral care experts, and a school counselor ensures student wellbeing.

Format

Operating as a day school without boarding, Star International School, Al Twar arranges comprehensive bus service through Busco Passenger Transport, covering more than 50 districts across Dubai and Sharjah with routes designed so siblings can travel together. Served areas include Al Twar, Al Qusais, Mirdif, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Al Nahda, Bur Dubai, Business Bay, and numerous other locations throughout the emirate.