News DeskDubai, UAE – Cognita, one of the world’s most diverse education groups, has announced a partnership with Nshama, the developer behind Dubai’s Town Square community, to open a new Horizon English School all-through campus from FS1 to Year 13. This expansion brings Horizon English School’s heritage as one of Dubai’s original home-grown British curriculum schools to Town Square’s growing family community, sharing its trusted ethos and outstanding education with even more families across Dubai.
In a significant milestone marking the launch of the partnership and the development of Horizon English School Town Square, David Baldwin, CEO of Cognita Middle East and Rashid Al Abbar, GM of Nshama, officially broke ground at the construction site, marking the beginning of the campus build.
Scheduled to open its doors in August 2027, Horizon English School Town Square will be a British curriculum school offering premium education for children aged 3 to 18. Located within Town Square and servicing the surrounding communities, the school will launch with classes from FS1 to Year 8 for the 2027-2028 academic year, expanding to Year 13 in the coming years.
With a proud 35-year legacy and deep-rooted community ties, Horizon English School is poised to bring its tradition of excellence, warmth and inclusive learning community to a new, welcoming community where its values and vision will continue to flourish. Having grown in step with the Emirate itself, this expansion marks an exciting new chapter for one of Dubai’s most beloved schools. The Town Square campus will build on and embody the outstanding teaching and exceptional learning outcomes of its sister school in Jumeirah, which holds ‘Outstanding’ ratings from both KHDA and BSO, and was recognised as the Happiest School in the UAE (2021-2023).
David Baldwin, CEO of Cognita Middle East said: “We are delighted to announce that Horizon English School, one of Dubai’s much-loved home-grown British curriculum schools, is opening a new campus in Town Square. This new all-through campus continues our legacy of delivering excellence in education. It will be a place where children feel they belong, are inspired to grow and supported to flourish. Town Square’s vibrant and family-friendly community makes it the perfect home for Horizon English School’s next chapter, and we look forward to welcoming our first students.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Cognita to introduce this exceptional British curriculum school to Town Square,” said Rashid Al Abbar, GM of Nshama. “This development is in line with our ongoing efforts to create integrated communities where families can enjoy a rich and balanced lifestyle, with access to top-tier education, modern amenities, and a vibrant environment.”
Horizon Town Square is set to become a landmark addition to the community, further enhancing the UAE’s educational offerings. Tuition fees will range from AED 49,000 for FS1 to AED 75,000 for Year 13. Places are available from Foundation Stage through to Year 8 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Open House events, campus previews and admissions details will be announced in due course.
