Life at Capital School
Beyond the classroom — a vibrant community where students discover passions, build friendships, and grow into confident young people.
A Glimpse Into Our Community
Real moments from real students — the energy, creativity, and warmth that define Capital School UAE.
Classroom Learning
Sports & PE
Arts & Creativity
School Events
Sports Day
Science Labs
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A Day in the Life — Primary
From the moment our Primary students arrive, the day is filled with purposeful learning, creative exploration, and plenty of laughter. Small classes mean every child is known — and every achievement celebrated.
Breakfast club, reading time, and free play in a supervised environment before the school day begins.
Community assembly with recognition of achievements, house points, and key announcements.
English, Maths, and Science taught by specialist teachers in classes of under 30 students.
Structured and free-play break time in our outdoor spaces, with year-group supervision.
Art, Music, Computing, PE, Arabic, and Islamic Studies. After-school clubs begin at 15:30.
A Day in the Life — Sixth Form
Sixth Form at Capital School is a step towards independence. Students balance A-Level study with university preparation, leadership responsibilities, and extracurricular pursuits.
Dedicated study periods in our Sixth Form centre with peer collaboration and teacher support.
Small-group specialist teaching across A-Level and BTEC subjects with expert subject leads.
Weekly UCAS drop-in sessions, personal statement workshops, and university application support.
Head of School, Prefect duties, sports teams, community service, and student leadership projects.
Our Four School Houses
Every student belongs to a house from their first day. Houses build loyalty, friendly competition, and a sense of identity that lasts long after leaving school.
Atlas
Strength, determination, and resilience. Named for the mountain range spanning North Africa.
Phoenix
Creativity, transformation, and ambition — rising to meet every challenge.
Falcon
Vision, speed, and precision — honouring the UAE’s national symbol of strength.
Orion
Excellence, curiosity, and leadership — guided by the stars to reach higher.
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Sports, Arts & Clubs
A rich co-curricular programme that builds character, skills, and lifelong passions.
Sports & PE
Competitive and recreational sports for all year groups. Teams compete in inter-school DASSA leagues and tournaments throughout the academic year.
- Football
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Athletics
- BTEC Sport
Arts & Performance
From fine art to drama and music, our arts programme gives every student a creative outlet. Annual performances, exhibitions, and competitions celebrate student talent.
- Visual Art
- Drama
- Music
- Photography
- Film & Media
Clubs & Activities
After-school clubs run Monday–Thursday from 15:30 to 16:30. Clubs change each term — students sign up through their form tutor.
- Robotics
- Debate
- Coding
- Cooking
- Community Service
- Chess
Community Service & Social Impact
We believe education extends beyond the classroom. Our students are encouraged to make a positive difference — through charity drives, environmental projects, and community partnerships in Dubai.
From food bank collections during Ramadan to UAE-wide clean-up initiatives, Capital School students develop empathy, global awareness, and a strong sense of civic responsibility.
Enrol Your Child →Annual sustainability projects and UAE clean-up drives
Ramadan food collections and year-round fundraising
Head of School, prefects, and student council
Model UN, international days, and cultural events
Latest School News
Year 9 Football Team Reaches DASSA Semi-Finals
Our Under-14s delivered an outstanding performance in the Dubai inter-school football league, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in school history.
Read more →Year 12 Art Exhibition Opens to Families
Sixth Form Art students unveiled their A-Level portfolio exhibition — a stunning display of creativity and technical skill that drew praise from parents and teachers alike.
Read more →Ramadan Food Drive Collects 500+ Items
Students and families came together to collect over 500 food items for donation to the Dubai Foundation for Women and Children during Ramadan.
Read more →Ready to Give Your Child the Best Start?
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