Spelling Bee Championship: Win up to AED 25,000

Key Dates & Format

Prelims (in person, one date per student)

25-26 October 2025
1-2 November 2025
8-9 November 2025

Venue (all rounds)

Amity University Dubai

Semifinals

17-18 January 2026

Finals

8 February 2026

Eligibility: Students in Grades 3–10 studying in the UAE.

How it Works

Register at spellingbee.ae
Prepare: Once registered, you’ll receive the official word list by email and WhatsApp.
Learn: Access our online learning module.
Train (optional): Confidence Lab offers special in-person training for those who want extra coaching.
Compete: Take part in in-person prelims, advance to semifinals and finals at Amity University Dubai.

We provide official word lists and access to an online learning module to help every participant prepare with confidence.

Awards and Recognition

Winnings up to AED 25,000.

(Indicative allocation: Champion AED 15,000; First Runner-up AED 5,000; Second Runner-up AED 5,000. Final amounts, categories and disbursement are at the organisers’ discretion.)

Certificates of Participation for all registered spellers who attend their round(s).

Trophies/medals for top 3 performers at semifinals and finals.

School Trophy for Champion’s school.

Global Participation

The UAE Champion will receive an invitation linked to the Scripps National Spelling Bee program in the United States.

Fine print (international eligibility)

If the UAE Champion is in Grade 8 or below, they are eligible to compete at Scripps (subject to Scripps’ rules/timelines).
If the UAE Champion is above Grade 8 (i.e., Grades 9–10), they will attend/observe the Scripps program and related activities.
Visa and travel documentation are the responsibility of the participant/family. Further travel details will be shared post-finals.

Quick Links

Register: spellingbee.ae
Learn Module: learn.spellingbee.ae
Support: [email protected]
WhatsApp: +971 58 529 9270

Important Notes

Final event timings, prize distribution and round formats may be updated; any changes will be communicated in advance.
Participation is open to students enrolled at UAE schools (or home-schooled in the UAE) within the accepted grade bands.
By registering, you consent to event communications and agree to the Code of Conduct and Media Release (photography/video at venue).
Some activities (e.g., in-person training, online practice, travel) may carry separate costs.

Powered by ALPHA Youth Account

As the proud sponsor, Emirates Islamic is rewarding students through the ALPHA Youth Account, a dedicated banking experience for youth designed to encourage financial responsibility and smart money habits.

Special Rewards for Participants:

All registered students will need to open their own ALPHA account
Cash prizes for winners will be credited exclusively into the ALPHA account
The top 25 scorers will receive bonus deposits into their ALPHA account as performance rewards

About ALPHA

ALPHA is Emirates Islamic Bank’s dedicated youth banking proposition designed for youth aged 18 and younger. It offers a safe, engaging, and rewarding financial experience tailored to youth, with exclusive features that support both parents and their children through their financial journey.

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Request funds up to AED 1,000 daily or AED 5,000 monthly from a parent or guardian

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Learn the value of money early and build strong financial habits

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Debit Card controls for ATM withdrawals, online purchases and in-store usage

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Join the world’s most iconic spelling stage - locally

In association with the Scripps National Spelling Bee (USA), celebrating 100+ years of word mastery, the Spelling Bee Championship returns to the UAE with an in-person season hosted at Amity University, Dubai.