Thank you for considering BC Academy for your child’s education. We recognise that selecting the right school is a pivotal decision for every family, and we are honoured by your trust. Our admissions process ensures compliance with KHDA guidelines while providing a seamless experience for families.

Before starting, please refer to our Admissions Guidelines and Overview, which includes year/grade equivalency information to ensure accurate placement based on your child’s previous schooling.

STEP 1 – Submit an Online Application

Begin your application by completing the [Online Application Form] and submitting the non-refundable application fee of AED 525 (inclusive of VAT) per child.

Please note:

This fee is non-refundable if a place is offered and not accepted.
The fee is not deductible from annual tuition fees.

STEP 2 – Upload Required Documentation

Upload the following documents via the online application portal. All documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified legal translation:

Initial Registration Documents (Required for All Applicants):

Student’s passport copy
Parent’s passport copy
School reports from the last two academic years (or Nursery report for Early Childhood applicants)
BC Academy Confidential Recommendation Form (Years 2–13 applicants)
Early Years Confidential Recommendation Form (Nursery applicants)
Early Childhood Parent Survey (Nursery–FS2 applicants)
Language Background Questionnaire (All applicants)
High/Upper School Student Questionnaire (Year 10–13 applicants only)
Copies of any learning support documentation (e.g., IEPs, educational psychologist reports), if applicable

Post-Enrolment Documents (Submitted Uplon Acceptance):

Student’s Emirates ID (copy)
Parent’s Emirates ID (copy)
Immunisation record/card
Transfer certificate from the previous school (in accordance with KHDA regulations)

STEP 3 – Placement Assessement

Following document submission, the Admissions Team will schedule an onsite assessment.

📍 If the student is overseas, the application may be reviewed by the Principal based on submitted records, and a provisional acceptance may be issued. The assessment will still be required upon arrival for final placement and teacher allocation.

Please click here for more information about the placement assessment process.

STEP 4 – Application Review

Once the assessment and documentation are complete, the full application is reviewed by the Principal, with a decision typically provided within 24 hours.

STEP 5 – Application Review

The Admissions Team will contact you regarding your child’s admission status.

Possible outcomes include:

✅ Full Acceptance – Based on academic records and assessment results

🟡 Provisional Acceptance – Based on submitted records; assessment to follow

📌 Registration Deposit:

If an offer is accepted, a non-refundable registration deposit of 10% of the annual tuition fee is payable. This amount is deductible from the total tuition fee for the academic year.

For any queries or support, please contact our Admissions Office at [insert contact email/phone].

We look forward to welcoming your family to BC Academy—where students belong, are challenged, and achieve.