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We believe that every child deserves an equal opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

Welcome to VES

Welcome to Victoria English School where we strive to make school a welcoming experience for every student. We believe that every child deserves an equal opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. We are proud to champion the principles of inclusive education at our school, ensuring that students of all abilities, backgrounds, and cultures feel valued, respected, and supported for the entire duration of their time with us.

VES aims to provide equal access to education for all students, regardless of their unique needs and abilities and all our teaching staff foster an atmosphere where every student feels accepted, engaged, and empowered. Our school promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion within the learning environment and by interacting with peers from diverse backgrounds and different ability groups, our students learn to appreciate differences, build strong relationships, and develop essential social and emotional skills
admission process

Application Process

Connecting and inspiring curiosity are at the heart of our admissions process as well.

A completed application form is required along with supporting documents listed on application procedure form. All supporting documents must be submitted at the time of application. For overseas applicants, residence visas and Emirates ID cards must be submitted within 30 days of joining the school. The submission of application documentation implies acceptance of the general terms and conditions of the school mission, vision, and admissions policy. 

Registration Requirements for Admission

  • Copy of student’s Passport with residence visa.
  • Copy of student’s Birth Certificate
  • 1 Copy of Father’s and Mother’s passports with residence visa + EID.
  • 1 Copy of the UAE full family book (UAE National only).
  • 1 Copy of Vaccination Record + Medical Record
  • Transfer certificate from the previous school (Where applicable)
  • Original Emirates ID + 2 copies.
  • 5 Passport size photographs.
  • Letter from student’s current school confirming year attending.
  • Latest School Reports.
  • Bus location map & fees (if applicable).
  • Remainder of Fees (Post-dated cheques)
  • Copy of student’s Passport with residence visa.
  • 1 Copy of the student’s Birth Certificate.
  • 1 Copy of Father’s and Mother’s passports with residence visa + EID.
  • 1 Copy of the UAE full family book (UAE National only).
  • 1 Copy of Vaccination Record + Medical Record.
  • Transfer certificate from previous school (Where applicable).
  • Original Emirates ID + 2 copies.
  • 5 Passport size photographs.
  • Leaving Certificate that mentions: school joining and leaving date, year/grade student joined in and year/grade student left in (attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country of residency and UAE embassy in the country of residency).
  • Latest school Reports of the last term attended and end-of-year report of the previous year (attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country of residency and UAE embassy in the country of residency).
  • Bus location map & fees (if applicable).
  • Remainder of Fees (Post-dated cheques) 

Admissions Policy

  • VES school embraces being inclusive and diverse. We cater to all nationalities and religions; this is reflected in the values and culture of the whole school community so that learners feel welcome, accepted, safe, and valued whatever their background. 
  • We take our responsibility for your child’s academic, social, and personal growth very seriously. In order to serve your child’s individual needs and to support his or her transition to our school, it is important that we have complete information regarding previous academic experience and pastoral welfare. 
  • For gifted children and those with special educational needs, it should be identified and recorded on the application form. We offer limited additional learning support where we can help the child to progress. Parents should inform the school at the application stage regarding any additional learning support requirements for their child. We may request copies of external documents such as professional assessments and individual learning plans or request that a professional assessment is carried out and the report shared with the school.
  • VES provides a British national curriculum education.
  • The school adheres to UAE law, Ministry of Education, and Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) guidelines.

Year group

Correct student placement is determined by Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) rules and in consultation with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). 

Schools around the world use different numbering conventions and arrangements for their curriculum. The National Curriculum for England and Wales which is followed at Victoria English School utilises a 13-year format, as they do in England.

1. Previous schooling and the most recent School Report
2. Entrance Assessment Test results
3. SPEA’s ruling on age
4. Transfer Certificates (if relevant)

Tuition Fee

VES stands out as a beacon of excellence, combining reasonable tuition fees with top-notch facilities and dedicated faculty.

*Tuition rates for the 2024-25 school year are subject to change.

Crafting a Distinctive Educational Experience

Our own unique brand of education is centered on excellence with a strong sense of enrichment and enjoyment embedded throughout the daily experience. As a school, we continuously pursue a balance between local and international traditions and develop a forward-thinking, innovative approach to learning.