Our History
A legacy of excellence: shaping futures since 1989
Founded in 1989, Horizon is a non-selective, private primary school and one of the oldest schools in Dubai. We offer a British curriculum education for children aged 3 to 11.
We began as a small villa school with just 12 children, but over the years, our campus has transformed beyond recognition. Today, with over 1,000 children enrolled, we remain steadfast in our ethos of supporting child development through engaging and innovative learning experiences.
We have been part of the Cognita global family of schools since 2021, an affiliation that continues to enhance our educational offering.
Our Environment
Building bright futures on a foundation of quality
We now have over 1,000 children at Horizon but continue to tailor our learning to make sure that each child feels included, stimulated and encouraged to develop their own passions and interests. We are always looking to change and improve the learning environments for the children and in recent years we have built a STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Moral) room, developed our inclusion department, enhanced our sports facilities and provided innovative outdoor playground spaces.
Nearly all of our class teachers are British-trained and have a minimum of two to three years of teaching experience. This reflects our dedication to the British curriculum and ensures the school benefits from their expertise and the best UK teaching practices.
Upon completing Year 6, our students transition seamlessly to various schools. As part of the Cognita family, they have direct pathways to sister schools such as RGS Guildford Dubai, Repton Dubai, Repton Al Barsha, and Horizon International School. Whether returning to secondary education in the UK or continuing in Dubai, the exceptional education at Horizon ensures they are well-prepared for the next phase of their academic journey.