Join our World-Class Online British Muslim School in the GCC
Experience the future of British Muslim education with Read Meta School. Our live online school brings together academic excellence, Islamic values, and personalised support for families across the Gulf and beyond. Students benefit from live lessons taught by UK-based teachers, dedicated 1:1 mentoring, wellbeing support, Headteacher engagement, and an active online school community.
Dedicated Gulf timetable available for Years 2–10, with Year 11 students able to study on our UK timetable for GCSE success.
Annual Fees
AED 14,880 / £3,100 GBP
Primary Years 2–6
AED 19,680 / £4,100 GBP
Secondary Years 7–11
*All fees shown in AED are subject to change based on exchange rates
Accredited British Curriculum
100%
Live Teacher-Led Lessons
Small classes with UK-qualified teachers
UK & GCC
Dedicated Timetables
Study on a timetable designed for your timezone
Dedicated Timetable Built for Gulf Families
Following strong demand from Gulf families, we are officially launching our Middle East timetable from September 2026. This means GCC-friendly school hours, improved scheduling, and greater community engagement across the Gulf region.
GCC-Friendly School Hours: Improved scheduling designed for Gulf students, removing timezone difficulties.
Live Teacher-Led Classes: Small, engaging classrooms with experienced UK-qualified teachers delivering real-time lessons.
Islamic Assemblies & Reminders: Regular Islamic talks, Quran sessions, and reminders from respected global scholars.
Parent Community Groups: Dedicated UAE and Saudi Arabia parent networks for connection, support, and meet-ups.
A Live Lesson Schedule Built for Gulf Time
Our GCC timetable is carefully designed so students across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates can join live, teacher-led classes at times that fit naturally into Gulf family life, without sacrificing curriculum quality.
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Aisha, 11 – Year 7
Secondary · Gulf Family
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Fatima, 9 – Year 5
Primary · Dubai
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Omar, 14 – Year 9
Secondary · Aspiring Engineer
Choose Your Key Stage
We deliver the full British National Curriculum from Primary through to A Levels, recognised by universities and employers worldwide. GCC students benefit from our dedicated Middle East timetable, with all qualifications fully aligned to Pearson Edexcel, AQA, and Cambridge Assessment.
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Primary
Years 2–6 · Ages 6–11
English & Literacy
Mathematics
Science
History & Geography
Art & Creative
Islamic Studies
Digital Literacy

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Secondary
Years 7–9 · Ages 11–14
English Language & Literature
Mathematics
Combined Sciences
History
Geography
Modern Languages
Islamic Studies

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GCSE / IGCSE
Years 10–11 · Ages 14–16
English Language & Literature
Mathematics
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
History or Geography
Business Studies
Arabic
Computer Science

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A-Levels
Years 12–13 · Ages 16–18
20+ A Level subjects
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Maths & Further Maths
English Literature
History & Psychology
Economics & Business
Languages

GCC Parent Communities in the UAE & Saudi Arabia
We are proud to have active and growing parent communities across the Gulf.
UAE Parent Representative Group
Our UAE families benefit from:
Dedicated parent representatives
Local family networking
Parent support groups
Community meetups and initiatives
Saudi Arabia Parent Community
We also have an expanding parent network in Saudi Arabia, helping families connect and support one another as part of the wider Read Meta School journey.
Dedicated GCC Administration Support
To better support our GCC families, we now have a dedicated administration presence within the UAE.
Admissions
Parent onboarding
Student support
GCC-specific enquiries
Timetable guidance
Family communication
Meet Your Mentor
Every student matters. At Read Meta School, we pair each child with a dedicated 1:1 mentor who provides academic guidance, wellbeing check-ins, and Islamic tarbiyah support throughout the year.
Your child comes first: Academic and pastoral care personalised to each student's needs.
Specialist support available: SEND mentors, athlete support, and bespoke individual programmes.
Islamic tarbiyah alongside academics: Mentors who understand Muslim family values and support character development.
Regular structured check-ins: Weekly sessions to track progress, wellbeing, and personal goals.
Why GCC Families Are Choosing Read Meta School
A Global Muslim Community Available Wherever You Are
Students in the GCC join a dedicated local community whilst also accessing all the benefits of our global school. One of the biggest misconceptions about online schooling is the fear of isolation — at Read Meta School, community is at the heart of everything we do.
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Social Rooms & Assemblies
Regular Islamic assemblies and Quran reminders
Social rooms for students to connect and chat
GCC-specific community spaces and events
School houses, competitions, and challenges
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After School Clubs
Art Club and creative expression
Coding and STEM challenges
Debating and public speaking
Sports clubs and fitness challenges
Quran & Islamic studies circles
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Real-World Trips & Meetups
Snowdonia Residential Trip 2026
GCC parent meetups in Dubai & Riyadh
UK school trips for international students
Summer camps and enrichment experiences
Join our next event
Learn more about our school by joining an upcoming online event or exploring our on-demand events anytime.
Download our prospectus
Learn more about Read Meta School by downloading our prospectus.
Online School FAQs
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Fully online high schools and online schools for primary students are just like regular schools, except students learn from the comfort of their own home – or anywhere else in the world. Just like in any other school, students in virtual schools study set classes with a teacher, interact with their classmates, and undertake exams.
A purpose-built online environment is different from (and better than) the way traditional schools operated online during the pandemic. Read Meta School has been designed and optimised for virtual learning, with experience in how to effectively deliver part-time and full-time online instruction to students around the world.
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Registering at an online school is easy. First, take a look through our subject offering and fees pages, then note down which subjects your student would like to study. Next, head over to our Apply Online page and fill in your details. Once your registration form is submitted, our team will get in touch with you regarding the application process.
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Unlike most schools, online school prepares students for independent learning, setting them up for their future careers. Online education is also highly flexible, allowing students to study and progress at a rate that suits them best. Lessons are available for rewatching 24/7, and pupils are free to study anywhere in the world as long as they have a laptop and internet connection.
Just like traditional schooling, we have a strong sense of school community and belonging, with clubs, assemblies, extracurricular activities, and social opportunities all available on our own safe platforms. Our online learning model also ensures students receive all the support and structure they need to thrive, and pupils are free to reach out to their teachers for help and encouragement at any time.
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At Read Meta School, the primary, secondary, and IGCSE programmes offer a complete education with everything you’d expect from a physical school while learning full-time online. Students have live, timetabled classes every weekday, learning and progressing with the same set of students and qualified teachers.
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While both online learning and homeschooling typically take place in a student’s home, they’re not the same thing. When children are homeschooled, their parents or guardians serve as their instructors, while online school programs are taught by qualified teachers.
Homeschools also don’t need to follow the national curriculum. We, however, teach a British curriculum with GCSE and/or IGCSE.
Online learning can be a great supplement for parents who are currently homeschooling their children.
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Experienced UK teachers deliver live lessons in real-time, all optimised for online learning to bring your child’s education to life. Students in need of help or encouragement can always get in touch with their teachers for additional support.
Every lesson is recorded and uploaded to the online portal, giving students 24/7 access to their past classes. -
Online learning benefits a diverse mix of pupils in the UK and internationally, including young sports stars, actors, entrepreneurs, high-achieving students, and those who don’t suit mainstream schooling for any reason. With learning that revolves around the student, each individual can thrive in an online school environment, supported by a global community that prioritises mental health.
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Online school and traditional school GCSE and IGCSE qualifications, also known as the International GCSE, are considered equivalent by universities, colleges, and sixth forms around the world.
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Students across all age groups can join at any time of the year, and enrolling takes just a few days. Pupils who enrol after the start of the academic year need not worry about catching up, as all lessons are recorded and available to view at any time.
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Online school costs vary depending on the school, your child’s key stage, and how many subjects they wish to choose. Use our Fees page to find out how much online schooling at Read Meta School will cost for your child.
Start Your GCC Journey with Read Meta School
To experience our award-winning British Muslim online school, book a discovery call with our admissions team, download our prospectus, or start your free trial today. We look forward to welcoming your family.
A better way to do school. Starts now
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