When applying to DESS Schools, please ensure you have soft copies of the following documents for each child, ready to upload in PDF format within the application/s: 

• Birth Certificate (in English)
• Passport Copy
• Recent Passport Style Photograph
• Most recent End of Year Academic Report
• Most recent Term/Mid-Year Academic Report
• A CAT 4 assessment within the last 12 months (if available).  
  Please note, CAT 4 results are only required for Primary School applications, if available. If your child has not completed a CAT 4 assessment within the last 12 months, they may be required to attend a Taster Session (for local applicants). 
• Emirates Identity Card (if available)
• UAE Visa (if available)
• Reports from outside agencies (Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychologist, etc., if applicable)
• If you are applying from overseas, a reference request may be required from a member of staff from your current school.