Jumeira Baccalaureate School (JBS) is a private K–12 international school located in the ''Jumeirah 1'' district of

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. Established in 2010, the school is operated by

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, one of the UAE's largest education providers, which manages 17 schools across the UAE and wider region.

History

Jumeira Baccalaureate School was established in 2010 as part of Taaleem's expansion of international education in Dubai. The school was purpose-built on a 4-hectare campus in the residential Jumeirah 1 neighborhood. Initially launched as a primary school offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, the school expanded to include middle and high school sections and became fully authorized to offer all four IB programmes by 2015.

Facilities

The campus includes: * Three swimming pools (including a 25-meter competition pool) * Multi-purpose indoor sports hall * Outdoor playing fields and courts * Music studios and performance spaces * Science laboratories * Design and technology workshops * Visual arts studios * A 550-seat performing arts auditorium A major campus expansion in 2019 added specialist learning spaces and upgraded technology infrastructure.

Academics

JBS is an authorized

International Baccalaureate The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), more commonly known as the International Baccalaureate (IB), is a nonprofit foundation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and founded in 1968. It offers four educational programmes: the I ...

(IB) World School offering the full IB continuum: *

Primary Years Programme The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) is an educational programme managed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) for students aged 3 to 12. While the programme prepares students for the IB Middle Years Programme, it is ...

(PYP) – ages 3–12 *

Middle Years Programme The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) is an educational programme for students between the ages of 11 and 16 around the world as part of the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum. The Middle Years Programme is intended ...

(MYP) – ages 11–16 *

Diploma Programme The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a two-year educational programme primarily aimed at 16-to-19-year-olds in 140 countries around the world. The programme provides an internationally accepted qualification for entry int ...

(DP) – ages 16–19 * Career-related Programme (CP) – ages 16–19 The school is among a limited number of institutions globally to offer all four IB programmes. Instruction is in English, with mandatory Arabic language classes as required by the UAE Ministry of Education. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global citizenship, and critical thinking. In 2023, JBS students achieved an average IB Diploma score of 31.5 points, surpassing the global average of 30.24.

Student body

As of the 2024–2025 academic year, the school enrolls approximately 1,619 students representing over 70 nationalities. Its student population reflects Dubai’s diverse expatriate community.

Extracurricular activities

JBS offers a wide range of extracurricular programs, including competitive sports, music, drama, robotics, and service learning. Students regularly participate in events such as: * World Scholar’s Cup * Model United Nations (MUN) * DASSA athletic tournaments In 2016, the school launched the Fitnovation Initiative to promote student health and wellness.

Accreditation and recognition

Jumeira Baccalaureate School holds accreditations and memberships with: *

Council of International Schools The Council of International Schools (CIS) is a membership organization aimed at international education. CIS was formed in 2003. It has over 1,500 institutional members consisting of over 800 schools and 600 colleges/universities, located in ...

(CIS) *

New England Association of Schools and Colleges The New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC ) is an American educational organization that accredits private and public secondary schools (high schools and technical/career institutions), primarily in New England. It also ...

(NEASC) *

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, also referred to as the Middle States Association or MSA, is an accreditor in the United States. Historically, it has accredited schools in the Mid-Atlantic states region of the northeas ...

(MSA) *

International Baccalaureate Organization The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), more commonly known as the International Baccalaureate (IB), is a nonprofit foundation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and founded in 1968. It offers four educational programmes: the I ...

(IBO)

KHDA inspections

The

Knowledge and Human Development Authority Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) () is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates which is responsible for evaluation and accreditation of higher educational insti ...

(KHDA) has rated JBS as "Very Good" since 2017. The 2023–2024 KHDA inspection report highlighted strong leadership, inclusive education, and effective teaching practices.

Community engagement

JBS engages in local outreach through: * Annual International Day celebrations * Environmental initiatives such as tree planting and beach clean-ups * Community service projects linked to the IB curriculum * Student internships with local businesses In 2022, the school launched JBS Innovates, an annual innovation fair for student-led real-world projects.

References

External links

Official website

Taaleem – Jumeira Baccalaureate School
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