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Arcadia Global School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
BritishIGCSE
Ages 4–14
$7,048 – $9,207/yrLoading...
Part of the leafy Emirates Living master development, The Springs offers low-density townhouses and villas around lakes and walking paths. Dubai British School Emirates Hills and Dubai International Academy are both within the neighbourhood.
Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions
Monthly family budget estimates (USD)
A family in a 2-bedroom townhouse in The Springs, one car, children in a mid-range school nearby, using The Springs Souk for daily shopping.
A family in a 3-bedroom villa in The Springs, two cars, children at a reputable school such as Emirates International School or Regent International.
An upgraded or larger villa in The Springs, children at top-tier schools, active lifestyle with gym and club memberships, full-time domestic help.
The Springs is an Emaar villa community offering more affordable family living than Emirates Hills or Jumeirah while maintaining the gated community experience. It's a solid mid-range option for villa life. All figures in USD.
Average monthly AQI (US EPA scale)
Yearly average AQI is 93. Best air quality Jan–Dec (best: Dec at 63). May–Sep air quality worsens due to heat, humidity, and dust (peak: Jul at 126). Families with children who have asthma or respiratory conditions should plan indoor activities during summer months.
The Springs attracts a predominantly Western and South Asian expat demographic of established families. British, South African, Indian, and Australian families make up the core community. Residents tend to be mid-career professionals (35-50 age range) with school-age children who want villa living at a more accessible price point than Emirates Hills or Jumeirah. Many families have lived in The Springs for 5-10 years.
The Springs is built around a series of ornamental lakes that give the community its distinctive character. Walking paths wind around the lakes, lined with palm trees and flowering shrubs. Each Springs sub-community (Springs 1-15) has its own small park and playground, ensuring families are always within a short walk of green space. The lakeside paths are popular for evening walks and morning jogs during cooler months.
The Springs is located off Sheikh Zayed Road between interchanges 5 and 5A, providing excellent highway access. Dubai Marina is approximately 10-15 minutes, Downtown Dubai is about 20 minutes, and the airport is 30-35 minutes. The community has a well-organized internal road network with clear signage to each Springs sub-community.
The Springs Souk is the neighborhood retail hub, with a Spinneys supermarket, restaurants, a pharmacy, and essential service shops. For larger shopping trips, Ibn Battuta Mall (10 minutes) and Mall of the Emirates (15 minutes) provide comprehensive retail options. Online grocery delivery through Instashop, Noon, and Carrefour is widely used.
The Springs is at its most charming during winter. The lakeside walks are genuinely beautiful in the mild 14-30C temperatures, and the mature landscaping provides color and shade. Many families eat dinner outdoors on their villa terraces, and children play in the community parks until sunset. Weekend barbecues and pool parties are a social staple.
