Junior School (5-11)
All About Kent College Dubai’s Junior/Primary School
We aim to be one of the best British Curriculum Primary Schools in Dubai. As such, we deliver the National Curriculum for England (NCfE).

OUR
HEAD OF JUNIOR’S
MESSAGE
Welcome to Kent College Dubai, where the wellbeing and development of each child is at the heart of everything we do. As both a mother and educator for many years, I know firsthand how important it is to build strong relationships with families to create a nurturing, supportive environment where every child can thrive.
At KCD, we are committed to recruiting highly qualified and passionate teachers who recognise the profound responsibility they have in shaping your child’s future. Our educators understand that their role goes beyond academic instruction; they are mentors, role models, and advocates for each student’s overall growth and happiness.
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic education that not only focuses on academic excellence but also on developing the full potential of each child. Whether it’s in the classroom, on the sports field, or in creative and social spaces, we encourage our students to explore their talents and grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.
As a leader with over 20 years of experience in education, and as an advocate for inclusive education, I am proud to be part of a school that celebrates diversity and fosters a culture of kindness and inclusion. I warmly welcome you to our Kent College Dubai family, where we work hand in hand with parents to ensure that every child feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Muireann Carroll
Head of Junior School
Key Stage One (Age 5 – 7)
Our Key Stage One department is located in the Junior School building, allowing children to move seamlessly from one stage to the next. The learning areas for Key Stage One are stimulating, beautiful and fun, encouraging children to play together. Whilst still supporting and enabling the critical social and learning behaviours from the Foundation Stage, children in Key Stage 1 begin to develop more sophisticated skills as they increase their confidence in academic skills.
Learning in Years One and Two maintains a play-based, inquiry-driven model, but with slightly more structure. Planned independent and pupil-led approaches ensure that our children’s individual contributions are valued and that they grow in confidence as they begin to realise their value and contribution to the wider school community.

Children acquire knowledge and skills through questioning, exploring and discovery. Our talented teachers use a variety of creative approaches and resources catered to the interests, needs and learning styles of each child.

Key Stage Two (Age 7 – 11)
Your Key Stage Two child will embark with confidence on more challenging and goal-oriented learning opportunities, both independently and within collaborative teams. In Years Three to Six, they are encouraged to take more ownership and direction of their learning. Our amazing teachers plan delivery of the curriculum in a manner which is exciting and engaging; maintaining a very practical “hands-on” approach as much as possible. Your child will grow and flourish through Key Stage Two into a confident, curious, independent learner.
In Key Stage Two, pupils are given various opportunities to participate in musical, sporting, artistic and academic activities internally and in competition with other schools in Dubai. The Pupil Council and other leadership roles offer our older students leadership opportunities; sharing their ‘voice’ and contributing to the school and wider community through a number of valuable projects.
More specialised learning centres are availed to children in Key Stage 2, including a Science Laboratory, Food Technology Room, Art and Design Technology Rooms, Computing, a PSHE Room and a dedicated Primary School Library.
Finally, Key Stage 2 also sees the pupils involved in residential trips; a wonderful and exciting adventure for our maturing learners.
More information about our Junior School can be found in the Junior School Information Booklet and in our Junior School Parent and Pupil Handbook.
Siblings Supervision Club: Year 1- Year 6
Siblings Supervision Club will be available immediately. It aims to provide a supervised space for students who finish their classes at 2:40 and 2:50 and are waiting for their older siblings to finish school.
Here are the key details:
- Timing: The club will run from 2:40 PM to 3:45 PM, coinciding with the dismissal times of younger students and older pupils.
- Location: Children will be supervised in the designated area in the auditorium.
- Pick-Up: At 3:45 PM, we kindly ask that parents or older siblings arrive at the auditorium entrance to collect the waiting students.

- Roundabout Pick-Up: To further facilitate the process, we encourage parents to use the roundabout located outside the auditorium entrance. Our staff will ensure a smooth transition as we deliver the children directly to your vehicle.
- Please email reception@kentcollege.sch.ae if you wish your child to stay today from 2.40 to 3.45 PM.