Welcome to Ranches Primary School
Ranches Primary School is a British curriculum primary school located in the heart of Arabian Ranches. We offer the National Curriculum of England for children aged 3 to 11 years (FS1βYear 6), delivered by experienced and passionate educators who understand the needs of younger learners.
With small class sizes, purpose-built facilities and a strong focus on wellbeing, RPS provides a nurturing environment where every child feels known, supported and inspired to succeed.
As a community-focused school, children enjoy the freedom to walk, scoot or ride to school, make lifelong friendships and thrive in a safe, family-friendly setting.
We are proud of our track record in preparing children for a seamless transition to Dubaiβs leading secondary schools β a reflection of our personalised approach and commitment to every childβs development, both academically and emotionally.
Where every child is given the opportunity to shine.
"The best thing about finding this school was how comfortable we felt straight away. As soon as we walked in, we felt at ease."
- Katy, mother of 3 children at RPS.
Culture before Curriculum
We encourage social responsibility, innovation, and empower our students by giving them a strong voice in the school and community. We provide numerous cross-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities, enabling students to take action on global and local issues while supporting their local community.
Holistic Education
We are committed to holistic education, ensuring our students' personal development is nurtured in a positive and supportive environment. Creativity, innovation, and enterprise are embedded across our curriculum, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
Exceptional Preparation
We maintain small class sizes and our excellent and experienced teachers consistently plan engaging lessons that provide a range of effective learning opportunities for our pupils. This has resulted in very good academic achievement and student support, preparing our pupils for a seamless transition to secondary education.
A Vibrant and Thriving Community
Parents praise RPS for its strong leadership and partnership in their children's learning journey. We know our students individually and genuinely care for their interests. Our vibrant and thriving community extends beyond the school, fostering lasting friendships among children and their families.
Start your childβs Ranches Journey
Come and explore our beautiful campus in the heart of Arabian Ranches. Experience the warm, welcoming atmosphere, meet our dedicated team, and see how RPS helps children flourish β both in the classroom and beyond.
Where curiosity and play are central to learning.
"Our son blossomed in Ranches Nursery. They made his transition to school so smooth and he has grown so much in confidence!"
- Hina, mother of 1 boy at RPS.
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What a fun-filled Friday we had at Ranches Primary School last week! Global Be Well Day was a fantastic celebration of connection - with ourselves, with each other, and with our community. π«
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Today at RPS, Global Be Well Day was all about connection!π«
We connected through fitness activities, a cosy pyjama teddy bear picnic, and an inspiring assembly led by our student Be Well Ambassadors.
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Happy Global Be Well Day 2025! π
Across our Cognita community, students and staff are coming together to celebrate this yearβs theme of Connecting - and the importance of meaningful relationships for our wellbeing.
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Here at Ranches Primary School, along with 8 of our sister schools in the Middle East, we proudly united to spell out GBWD 2025! A powerful symbol of how weβre stronger together. π
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The countdown is nearly overβ¦in just one week, our global Cognita community will unite to celebrate Global Be Well Day (GBWD) 2025.π
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This yearβs theme is Connecting β an important part of our Be Well Charter and a reminder of how meaningful relationships support both physical and mental wellbeing.
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Watch this short video to see how Connecting resonates across our 100+ schools worldwide. π
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We look forward to celebrating together next Friday! π
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Happy Monday! A new week begins, full of possibilities and discoveries.π
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Learning comes alive with technology! Helping our students learn in ways that are meaningful and future-ready.π©βπ»
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Happy International Literacy Day! At Ranches Primary School, every page turned is a step towards brighter futures. π
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Mawlid al-Nabi π
Remembering the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on this blessed day.
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