Why learn English in Dubai?
A language stay in Dubai is unusual: the city is home to residents from around the world, and English is the everyday common language in shops, offices and cafés. You'll hear it spoken with countless accents, excellent training for a global career. Between classes, discover the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, the creek's wooden abra boats and the endless sands of the desert.
Dubai particularly suits adults and professionals who want business-ready English, students with international ambitions and families looking for a modern, safe and well-organised destination for their stay. A placement test on arrival ensures you join a class suited to your level, from elementary to advanced.
- Accredited partner schools in Dubai
- Host family or student residence - both vetted and conveniently located
- Placement test on arrival so you join the right class
- Insurance and airport transfer handled for you
Your stay at a glance
Dubai highlights
Make the most of your time beyond the classroom: the places worth seeing, and the city at its best.
The events that bring Dubai to life
From major festivals to once-a-year traditions, these are the moments that give the city its own rhythm.
Dubai Shopping Festival
December-January
Weeks of sales, concerts, fireworks and markets all across the city.
Dubai Fitness Challenge
October-November
A month of free sport, including Dubai Run on a car-free Sheikh Zayed Road.
UAE National Day
December
The country's birthday on 2 December, with fireworks, parades and flags everywhere.
Frequently asked questions
Dubai is a truly international city where English is used every day as the shared language between residents of many nationalities. You improve your English while discovering a modern, safe and well-connected destination. A language stay in Dubai is especially valuable if you're aiming for an international career.
Our partner schools welcome learners from beginner to advanced level. On your first day, a placement test assesses your skills so you can join a class where you'll progress effectively.
Yes. Many of our partner schools offer preparation courses for IELTS, as well as Cambridge exams such as B2 First and C1 Advanced, or TOEFL. Tell us which certificate you need and we'll suggest the right course.
It can be. Depending on availability, we can arrange a vetted host family or a student residence, both selected for easy access to your school. We'll explain the options and help you choose.
The most comfortable period is from November to March, when temperatures are warm and pleasant. Summer, from June to September, is extremely hot and humid, so outdoor activities are limited, although life continues indoors in air-conditioned spaces.
It can be, depending on the school. Dubai is known as a safe city, but programmes for teenagers are more limited than in traditional destinations and minimum ages vary. Supervision and host family options differ by school, so contact us and we'll advise you honestly.