GEMS Our Own English High School - Dubai vs Indian International School Dubai Silicon Oasis

	G GEMS Our Own English High School - Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates	I Indian International School Dubai Silicon Oasis Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year AED 7,828 - 16,562	Fees / year AED 9,679 - 21,000
Age range	Age range 4 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Girls School	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum CBSE Curriculum	Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1968	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Find us in Al Warqa'a. GEMS Our Own English High School, Dubai is centrally located within the Al Warqa'a 3 locality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The campus address is 41 St., Al Warqa'a 3 Dubai, United Arab Emirates.	Location Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE.
Stages	Stages Kindergarten (KG1–KG2); Primary (Grade 1–4); Middle (Grade 5–8); Senior (Grade 9–12)	Stages Pre-KG to Grade 10.
School type	School type Co-education in Kindergarten to Grade 4; girls-only from Grade 5 to Grade 12	School type An Indian CBSE curriculum school in Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Enrollment of over 10,000 students from 17 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Inclusive education; admits students with varied special educational needs and disabilities and provides graduated systems of support and intervention	Additional learning support Care & Support for Students with Learning Differences: the school offers support to students with learning differences in a variety of settings using methodologies based on individual needs; suitable learning challenges are set through comprehensive analysis and assessment. Psychometric tests are organized for students of different age groups, and meetings with parents are held; an Advanced Learning Plan is prepared for gifted students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation India (CBSE affiliation)	Country affiliation India.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details STS (School Transport Services) provides a reliable and secure bus service. The provider is ISO certified; buses have seat belts, CCTV, GPS; drivers and female bus conductors are RTA certified. Pickup and drop-off points are arranged by location; a transport plan can be requested, and STS can share route details.	Bus service details The school provides IIS-DSO transport with fixed bus routes. At least 1 month's notice is required to apply. Check the IIS-DSO BUS ROUTES on the website to find the nearest stop and Bus Route Number; seat availability is confirmed with the Transport Department in Oud Metha. Submit the IIS-DSO TRANSPORT FORM and pay the bus fees posted on the site.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - Application fee: AED 525 (VAT inclusive). This fee is due when completing online registration and is non-transferable, non-adjustable and non-refundable. Registration deposit - Registration deposit: 10% of the annual tuition charged at the time of admission. The registration deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable but is adjustable against the total tuition fee for the academic year. Tuition fees by year group (annual total and monthly structure) - KG1 – KG2: April AED 763; May–March AED 785 per month; Total annual tuition AED 7,828. - Grades 01–03: April AED 945; May–March AED 960 per month; Total annual tuition AED 9,585. - Grades 04–05: April AED 956; May–March AED 965 per month; Total annual tuition AED 9,641. - Grades 06–08: April AED 1,080; May–March AED 1,090 per month; Total annual tuition AED 10,890. - Grades 09–10: April AED 1,372; May–March AED 1,360 per month; Total annual tuition AED 13,612. - Grades 11–12 (Commerce / Humanities): April AED 1,573; May–March AED 1,590 per month; Total annual tuition AED 15,883. - Grades 11–12 (Science): April AED 1,667; May–March AED 1,655 per month; Total annual tuition AED 16,562. Billing schedule and payment terms - All tuition fees are payable in advance of attendance; fees are due prior to the start of the academic year and are invoiced from the time of admission so payments can be processed before the start of the month. Fees are collected in 10 monthly instalments (there are no instalments in July and August). Tuition may also be paid in advance. Timely payment is required; academic results may be withheld if fees are not paid. Sibling discounts - Discount on tuition only (when all children study within the GEMS network): 4th child – up to 25%; 5th child – up to 50%; 6th child – up to 50%. Other mandatory or one-off charges - Registration-related one-off: Student ID card and school diary – AED 30 (one-off). - Transport: School transport is provided by STS (School Transport Services). Transport fees are charged separately according to route and service and are arranged directly with the transport provider; parents should contact the school/ST S for the applicable route fees and payment terms. - Uniforms: A uniform guide is provided and uniform items are purchased through the approved supplier; uniform costs are an additional, separate expense. - External examination / board fees: Where applicable, examination fees charged by the external examination board (for example CBSE board exam charges) are billed separately. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. The school operates as a day school; there is no boarding provision. Refund information - Application fee: non-refundable. Registration deposit: non-refundable and non-transferable but adjustable against the annual tuition. Refunds for other payments follow the school's payment and refund policies and the regulatory framework that applies to private schools in Dubai; parents should note that registration-related deposits are routinely non-refundable except in specified circumstances that follow regulatory guidance. Fee payment options - Online payment via the parent portal (dedicated online facility / Parent login). - School Fee Counter: cash, credit card and cheque (cheques payable to ‘Our Own English High School – Dubai'; post-dated cheques are not accepted). School Fee Counter opening hours are published by the school. - Credit card promotions: the FAB GEMS World Credit Card is promoted as an option to pay annual fees in advance with potential benefits; standard card terms and conditions apply to card-holder offers. - Some payments for ancillary services (for example transport) are arranged and collected by the respective service provider.	Fee details Application & enrolment fees - Application (one‑time, new students): AED 500 (assessment included). - Re‑enrolment (existing students, once a year): up to 5% of the tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher); non‑refundable and deductible from the first term fees. Tuition fees — published amounts and billing basis (per grade) All tuition amounts are shown as annual fees (covering 10 months); equivalent monthly and typical 3‑term instalment examples (KHDA term split 40% / 30% / 30%) are given below for clarity. - Pre‑KG — Annual: AED 21,000; Equivalent per month (10 months): AED 2,100.00; Typical term split (40/30/30): Term 1 AED 8,400.00, Term 2 AED 6,300.00, Term 3 AED 6,300.00. - KG1 — Annual: AED 9,679; Equivalent per month: AED 967.90; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 3,871.60, Term 2 AED 2,903.70, Term 3 AED 2,903.70. - KG2 — Annual: AED 9,679; Equivalent per month: AED 967.90; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 3,871.60, Term 2 AED 2,903.70, Term 3 AED 2,903.70. - Grade 1 — Annual: AED 10,347; Equivalent per month: AED 1,034.70; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,138.80, Term 2 AED 3,104.10, Term 3 AED 3,104.10. - Grade 2 — Annual: AED 10,347; Equivalent per month: AED 1,034.70; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,138.80, Term 2 AED 3,104.10, Term 3 AED 3,104.10. - Grade 3 — Annual: AED 10,347; Equivalent per month: AED 1,034.70; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,138.80, Term 2 AED 3,104.10, Term 3 AED 3,104.10. - Grade 4 — Annual: AED 10,347; Equivalent per month: AED 1,034.70; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,138.80, Term 2 AED 3,104.10, Term 3 AED 3,104.10. - Grade 5 — Annual: AED 11,292; Equivalent per month: AED 1,129.20; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,516.80, Term 2 AED 3,387.60, Term 3 AED 3,387.60. - Grade 6 — Annual: AED 11,292; Equivalent per month: AED 1,129.20; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 4,516.80, Term 2 AED 3,387.60, Term 3 AED 3,387.60. - Grade 7 — Annual: AED 12,572; Equivalent per month: AED 1,257.20; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 5,028.80, Term 2 AED 3,771.60, Term 3 AED 3,771.60. - Grade 8 — Annual: AED 13,128; Equivalent per month: AED 1,312.80; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 5,251.20, Term 2 AED 3,938.40, Term 3 AED 3,938.40. - Grade 9 — Annual: AED 13,796; Equivalent per month: AED 1,379.60; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 5,518.40, Term 2 AED 4,138.80, Term 3 AED 4,138.80. - Grade 10 — Annual: AED 14,290; Equivalent per month: AED 1,429.00; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 5,716.00, Term 2 AED 4,287.00, Term 3 AED 4,287.00. - Grade 11 — Annual: AED 17,865; Equivalent per month: AED 1,786.50; Typical term split: Term 1 AED 7,146.00, Term 2 AED 5,359.50, Term 3 AED 5,359.50. Mandatory one‑off / annual charges (per student) - Resource / annual charges (covers exam materials, laboratory, e‑learning subscription, online subscription, ID card, school diary & calendar, technology charges): - Pre‑KG: AED 1,250 (once a year). - KG1 and above: AED 1,225 (once a year). - Facility fee (non‑refundable; applicable to new admissions only): AED 1,750 (one‑off). Transport (school bus) costs and rules - School transport is provided to major locations subject to demand and availability. Bus fees vary by route/area and are billed as per the transport schedule; route fees are published and must be paid before the first day of school. Example route fee differences were shown in the transport FAQs (e.g., AED 370 vs AED 535 in sample area comparisons). Annual transport rates listed by third‑party listings fall in the range of several thousand AED (varies by route). - Transport seat allocation, route changes and cancellations have specified notice periods (typically 1 month to apply / 3 months for cancellation) and new ID / validation procedures are required when changing routes. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition figures are published per annum covering 10 months; the school issues fees and receipts in line with its fee payment procedures. Parents may use the school's parent portal for online payment; bank transfers are accepted to the branch account for IIS DSO (Bank of Baroda, IBAN AE04 0110 0900 1020 0015 457). Standing instructions on credit cards are noted as an accepted arrangement where applicable. Official receipts are issued once the school verifies payment details; allow up to three working days for receipt processing in normal periods. - Where termly instalments are chosen, the KHDA framework is used to structure instalments (example split often applied across Dubai schools: up to 40% first term, 30% second term and 30% third term); the school also uses the 10‑month division to calculate an equivalent monthly instalment. Exact instalment dates and acceptable payment schedules are managed through the Fees Department / parent portal. Other charges and optional services - Required education supplies and optional services (for example stationery, books, ID replacement, extracurricular optional services) are charged in addition to the annual tuition and mandatory resource/facility fees; the school publishes a separate schedule for required supplies and optional services. The resource/annual charge already covers items listed under exam materials, ID card and technology charges. Refunds and cancellation - Cancellation of a provisional offer/admission and any advance fee paid will not be refunded. The facility fee is non‑refundable (applicable to new admissions). For withdrawals during the academic year, fee adjustments and refunds are calculated in line with KHDA guidelines and the school's admission/withdrawal procedures; the Fees Department determines the amount payable or refundable at withdrawal. Parents must complete withdrawal formalities and clear dues before transfer certificates are issued. Fee payment options and procedures - Online payment: use the campus parent portal. - Bank transfer: DSO branch account – Bank of Baroda, Account Name: The Indian International School, IBAN AE04 0110 0900 1020 0015 457, SWIFT BARBAEADDUB. Parents should email proof of transfer to the school's fees email as instructed to enable receipt issuance. - Credit card standing instruction: accepted by arrangement with parents' bank; processing and receipt timing depend on the bank's transmission of payment details. Official receipts are issued after verification and may take up to three working days in normal periods. Notes on discounts and scholarships - The school applies staff discounts (school employees) up to 100% and a scholarship scheme up to 15% where applicable.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The UAE Ministry of Education requires students to wear a school uniform each day. The Our Own English High School, Dubai uniform is made of high-quality fabric using natural fibers.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options —
House system	House system Inter-House competitions are part of the extracurricular activities.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Part of the GEMS Education network; flagship school of GEMS Education in Dubai.	Governance and ownership The Indian International School – DSO is part of The Indian High Group of Schools. It is managed by a philanthropic Board of Trustees and operates as a not-for-profit school.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details CBSE curriculum; affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, India.	Curriculum details Primarily aligned to the CBSE curriculum. The curriculum combines learning intents and standards from international benchmarks and the UAE National Agenda. The school emphasizes holistic development with steady progression from grade to grade and embeds 21st-century learning skills. Reading is fostered as a culture through diverse contexts and platforms. Kindergarten (KG1 and KG2) focuses on literacy, numeracy, and Understanding Our World through inquiry-based, activity-led learning. In Secondary (Grades 9–10), Hindi and French are options for second language; Arabic and UAE Social Studies are part of the curriculum through Grade 9; Artificial Intelligence and Computer Applications are offered as skill subjects from Grade 9.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Compact class sizes with a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. This supports close attention to academic, social, and personal development.
Exam results	Exam results In CBSE results 2024-25, Grade 12 average 86.5%, Grade 10 average 86.3%. Kirti Roshankumar Thakar scored 99% (Grade 12 topper) and Nayomi Sajayan Nair scored 99.2% (Grade 10 topper).	Exam results All India Secondary School Examination – 2025, CBSE Grade 10: 100% pass rate (210 students: 100 girls and 110 boys). 65 students (31%) scored 90% and above, 149 students (71%) scored 80% and above, and 195 students (93%) scored 70% and above. All 210 students (100%) placed in the first division (60% and above). The batch average was 84.3%.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression GEMS students are accepted by some of the world's most prestigious Universities.	Higher education progression Career guidance prepares students for higher education. The Guidance Counsellor provides one-on-one sessions on university admissions, tests, and employability, and group sessions from Grade 8 onward to help students understand their interests and plan future study. Grade 9 focuses on aptitude to inform choices, while Grade 10 sessions support selecting streams and pathways. These services help students build a strong profile for further study and informed decision-making.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The school has a learning support program addressing the needs of Students of Determination and Gifted and Talented students. The inclusion ethos ensures equal access to learning and development. The school aims to enable all students to learn, participate, and demonstrate their strengths.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school places social and emotional learning at the center of student life. The Middle School provides a safe, open-door environment to address adolescent concerns. Well-being activities are embedded in the curriculum, including Mindful Monday, Tasty Tuesday, Wellness Wednesday, Gratitude Thursday, Fun-Friday, and Bagless Wednesday. The school runs a Student Support Programme (Alpha, BrainSmart, EOTO, AGW, RISE) to support social and emotional development. A Student Connect Programme offers channels such as Whisper a Wish, We Listen, Let's Chat, and Talk to Me to help students express concerns.	Social & emotional learning Student happiness and wellbeing is an integral part of learning at IIS DSO; the school provides a safe, secure and inclusive learning environment for all students. Mindfulness sessions are conducted at the start of the term to help students focus and reduce anxiety, supporting social-emotional learning. A de-stress lounge lightens moods during stressful periods and features calming elements such as plants, art therapy, and calming music. Thematic Weeks integrate knowledge with wellbeing, including KYS Week, Safety Week, Wellness Week, and Innovation Week. Building Bonds Sessions support social development by helping students from KG to Grade 5 build stronger bonds with peers and teachers through activities like Home Tour, memory games, scavenger hunts, and open mic events. Heartfulness Practice supports wellbeing through heart-based meditation, and Project Evexia is a student-led wellbeing program with Wellbeing Champions and a motto of “we'll keep each other well.”
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school welcomes and admits students with varied special educational needs and disabilities as long as they stand to benefit from engagement in school. Wherever possible, sibling priority is accorded to Students of Determination who choose to study here. In inclusion with KHDA directives for Inclusive Education, the school promotes equitable access to education for Students of Determination. The safety and security of Students with Determination as well as other students is the top priority in admission and retention. The school provides Graduated Systems of Support and intervention to ensure complete educational and social inclusion.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school welcomes students of determination and has a learning support program addressing the individual needs of students of determination, gifted and talented. The school creates a supportive environment that gives each student equal access to learning and development, enabling all students to learn from each other and engage in learning activities together. The school follows procedures for catering to individual needs with specialist staff and uses screening-tools to ensure accurate identification and inclusive teaching. Identified needs are evaluated and discussed in light of classroom observations, notebook work, periodic tests and term exams. Care & Support for Students with Learning Differences provides support in a variety of settings using methodologies based on individual needs. Care & Support for Highly Abled, Gifted and Talented Students provides extension work, opportunities to participate in external competitions, meetings with parents, and an Advanced Learning Plan.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is integrated into daily life through Well-being Activities and dedicated support programmes. Well-being Activities include Mindful Monday, Tasty Tuesday, Wellness Wednesday, Gratitude Thursday, Fun-Friday, and Bagless Wednesday. The Student Support Programme (Alpha, BrainSmart, EOTO, AGW, RISE) supports resilience and emotional development. An open-door policy and strong pastoral care create a safe, inclusive environment for student wellbeing. The Student Connect Programme provides confidential channels (Whisper a Wish, We Listen, Let's Chat, Talk to Me) for students to seek support.	Mental wellbeing Counselling Services collaborate with teachers and parents to identify academic and psycho-socio-emotional needs and provide targeted interventions. Interventions are tailored to the needs of Students of Determination to remove barriers and support learning. The Counselling team includes Counsellors, Special Educators and Learning Support Assistants who empower Students of Determination to manage difficulties and participate in wellbeing programs. Career Guidance provides university admissions, tests, and employability guidance, with group sessions from Grade 8 to help students plan their futures. The program focuses on developing skills and behaviours essential for academic achievement and holistic personal development. Heartfulness Practice supports wellbeing through heart-based meditation and is part of the school's wellbeing approach.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Child safeguarding is accorded the highest priority at GEMS Our Own English High School, Dubai, with wellbeing at the core of all actions. Every action centers on the child's wellbeing and aims to protect children from abuse, maltreatment and harm to their health and wellbeing. In the March 2023 safeguarding audit, the school was noted to have strong pastoral systems and compliant procedures with safeguarding reminders and central safeguarding support. CHIL D SAFEGUARDING & PROTECTION POLICY is in place. The safeguarding policy reflects the school's commitment to safeguarding and protection procedures.	Safeguarding Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (Version 10: Sept 2025) sets out the school's commitment to protect and safeguard the rights and welfare of all students. The policy applies to all stakeholders and requires ongoing awareness, training and responses to concerns. Types of abuse include physical, psychological, sexual, potential and cyber abuse, with explicit examples. There are clear procedures for reporting concerns, including notifying the Designated Child Protection Officer and avoiding independent investigations; confidentiality is maintained. Digital safeguarding covers network security, data security, cyber hygiene, cyberbullying, and social media guidelines. External agencies are involved as needed, and parents are notified when required, with records monitored by the DCPO.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview General Facilities include a large multipurpose hall, interactive smart-boards in all classrooms, three spacious libraries, and a range of labs: Research and Design Lab, Fashion Studies Lab, Home Science Lab, Math Lab, nine Science Labs, and nine ICT Labs. The school has twenty-one laptop/tablet trolleys, four Art Studios, a Dance Studio, five Music Rooms, and Our Own Farms. Kindergarten facilities include a Traffic Park, an Activity Room, and a Sand Pit & Water Play area. The campus provides two Prayer Rooms, a Continuous Professional Development room, mobile canteens, three School Clinics, a Book Store, a Uniform Store, parking for Parents and Visitors, on-campus parking for 213 buses, and CCTV coverage across the campus.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Astroturf playground, a 200 m Synthetic Track with Gallery Stands, two outdoor Kindergarten Play Areas, two large triquads, an Indoor Play area, three Basketball courts, a Volleyball court, a Cricket practice net, facility for field events, Kho-Kho court, Football Field, and facilities for Indoor Games including Chess and Table Tennis; Badminton is also available.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Interactive smart-boards are in all classrooms, and there are dedicated facilities including a Research and Design Lab, a Fashion Studies Lab, a Home Science Lab, a Math Lab, nine Science Labs, and nine ICT Labs. Twenty-one Laptop/Tab trolleys support digital learning, along with four Art Studios, a Dance Studio, and five Music Rooms. Learning Corners/Workstations, plus three libraries, support study and exploration. There are two Prayer Rooms and a Continuous Professional Development room on campus.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Enrichment Programmes include Bumble Bee (KG); Kinder Learning Assistance Programme; Budding Authors; Word Whistle; Primary Olympiad; Genius Within. Debate Club; Model United Nations Club; Environment Club; Youth-to-Youth Programme; and Research & Design activities are offered as part of the extracurricular mix.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History GEMS Our Own English High School Dubai is one of the oldest schools in the country and the flagship school of GEMS. It has served students for over five decades and celebrated its Golden Jubilee on April 9, 2018, marking its evolution from a single classroom with 27 students and three teachers to a large campus. The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and enrolls over 10,000 students from 17 nationalities. It operates as a co-educational setting from Kindergarten to Grade 4, with boys admitted only in these grades, and remains a girls-only school from Grade 5 to 12. The school emphasizes sports and extracurricular activities and has been rated Very Good by DSIB for eight consecutive years.	History —
Community	Community The school community emphasizes a strong parent–school partnership. Our Own Voice is the Parent Focus Group, established during the Parent Engagement Week in January 2011, with parents representing across grades. A Parent Focus Group meeting is held monthly on the first Saturday of each month and is chaired by the Supervisor of the respective grade. The group facilitates easy communication between the school and parents and supports collaboration with the senior leadership as part of the learning community.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Our Own Voice (OOv) is the parent-focused partner for GEMS Our Own English High School, Dubai. It is a formal parent–school partnership established during the school's Parent Engagement Week in January 2011. The Parent Focus Group includes a representative from every grade, ensuring broad representation. A monthly virtual meeting is held on the first Saturday of each month and is chaired by the Supervisor of the respective grade. The group aims to facilitate two-way communication between parents and the school, support the school leadership in pursuing the vision, and foster ongoing parent involvement in school life.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Inter-House, Inter-School and National competitions in sport, choir, debate, elocution, reading, recitation, quizzes and Model United Nations (MUN). Our Own Challengers broadens awareness beyond the syllabus by focusing on Science, Literature, Technology and Current Affairs and promoting quizzing.	Academic & intellectual Extra-curricular activities cater to a wide range of talents and interests and develop essential life skills alongside academics. During school hours and after school, activities include health and wellness weeks, theme weeks, and celebrations that support holistic learning. A Model United Nations Club gives middle and high school students opportunities for research, public speaking, debate, and teamwork. The school participates in programs such as Round Square, Change Makers Challenge, and I Can, Expo 2020, with awards for outstanding delegates.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art, Culture, Science and Sports are integrated into the curriculum, offering a wide spectrum of opportunities. Music & Dance is included as a subject, with participation in inter-school events such as Millennium Melodies, Harmony, musical concerts and choir.	Arts & creative After-school clubs include Theatre, Art, Cookery, Music, Graphic, Oratory Club, Tech Club and Dance Club. There are exclusive collaborations such as One Step Ahead Production for Theatre and Drama and TEDx Talks. Vocal Music, Slice of Art, and Creative Writing are offered, including areas like Creative Writing for Grades 5-9 and related performances.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Model United Nations is active through school events. The K.S. Varkey Inter-school English Elocution Competition is hosted by the school, complementing wider cultural activities.	Cultural & language National and UAE days are celebrated with performances and themed activities, including Republic Day and UAE National Day. Hindi Diwas features recitation, skits, and writing activities in Hindi. French language is offered in after-school sessions for Grades 1-4, and virtual tours plus Cultures of the World activities broaden cultural understanding.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Girl Guide is offered in Grades 7 and 8, providing volunteering opportunities and a service ethos. The Go Green Club leads Eco initiatives, with funds from recycling donated toward the higher education of the female children of support staff.	Social & hobbies Term-end celebrations, reading lounges, and social spaces like Reading Lounge and Reading Corners foster social interaction and creative expression. Corridor makeovers, Happening Junction, and related activities build collaboration and communication skills. Parent Talks and Doctor's Talks involve families and support student wellbeing.
Community & service	Community & service From uniform donations to volunteering at numerous events, Our Own Girl Guides embody 'service above self'. Funds generated by the sale of recycled paper and cans are donated toward the higher education of the female children of support staff.	Community & service Ramadan Drive – Giving Back collects food, clothing and other necessities to help the less fortunate, fostering generosity and social responsibility. The school emphasizes service and volunteering as part of its global community mindset. Students engage in community outreach through various drives and service projects. The school's emphasis on social responsibility underpins these activities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Student Leadership Programme builds leaders for tomorrow through responsibility and integrity. EPWS (Experience a Profession While in School) provides Grade 8 students with first-hand professional experience, and Life Skills Summit offers a taste of life after school with industry professionals.	Leadership & professional Student Council and Mini Council develop leadership and organizational skills. The Model United Nations Club and external programs such as Round Square and Change Makers Challenge cultivate research, public speaking, teamwork, and leadership. TEDx Talks and exclusive theatre collaborations expand opportunities for initiative and professional presentation.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Health & Physical Education is integrated into the timetable, with sports including Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball, Track & Field, Kho-Kho, Football, Chess and Table Tennis. Annual Sports Days celebrate fitness and teamwork.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is prioritized through Wellness Week, Mindfulness Sessions, International Yoga Day, and the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Heartfulness Sessions and other mindfulness programs support mental wellbeing. The Happiness & Wellbeing initiatives and related activities focus on students' physical and emotional health.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Classes are taught in English, the main language of instruction, and Arabic is introduced in Grade 1 in line with the UAE Ministry of Education requirements.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards KHDA DSIB rating of Very Good (awarded to the school for eight consecutive years).	Awards The school has won the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Distinguished School and School Administration in 2002 and 2005. It holds ISO 9001:2008 certification from Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, UK. It is a member of Dubai Quality Group.
Accreditations	Accreditations Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India — Affiliated with CBSE; Affiliation No. 6630002; Extension of affiliation from 01.04.2023 to 31.03.2028. KHDA DSIB rating: Very Good (8th consecutive year). GEMS Education network affiliation (flagship school of GEMS).	Accreditations The school has Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Distinguished School and School Administration in 2002 and in 2005. It has ISO 9001:2008 certification from Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance, UK. It is a member of Dubai Quality Group.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. The admissions process is designed to be straightforward and compliant with KHDA and GEMS Education policies. Co-education is followed from Kindergarten to Grade 4; Grades 5 to 12 admit girls only, and the school does not secure admission for boys after Grade 4. 2. Registration is online in October each year; parents must register their child by completing the Student Registration form. 3. Age requirements: KG1 requires the child to be 4 years old as of 31 March of the admission year; Grade 1 requires the child to be 6 years old as of 31 March. 4. Documentation: four passport copies with a valid UAE visa; five recent photographs (6x4 cm); three birth certificates in English or Arabic (original for verification); one Emirates ID copy for the child and one for the parents; a photocopy of the last examination mark sheet (for Grade 1 and above); the original vaccination card and one photocopy; the original Emirates IDs of the student and the parents (and copies). For Grade 2 and above, the original Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate must be submitted and attested as required. Attestation requirements vary by origin: India (TC verified by Local Education Authority; seal and Education Officer attested by Indian Consulate in Dubai; MFA attestation); Gulf Countries other than UAE & Oman (TC attested by Indian Consulate; local MOE verification; UAE MFA attestation); Oman (attestations as above). 5. All admissions for KG–Grade XII completed after 15 June require a studying/discontinued Transfer Certificate valid for 30 days from the last date of attendance.	Admissions 1. Fill out the admission form. This is the first step in the IIS DSO admissions process. Submitting the form starts the application sequence and initiates the progression to the next steps. Ensure the information provided is accurate to avoid processing delays. 2. Submit documents & report card. The required documents include 1 copy of the child's passport, visa and Emirates ID; 1 copy of both parents' passport, visa and Emirates ID; 1 copy of the child's birth certificate (with attestation if issued outside UAE); 2 passport-size photographs; Vaccination records; copies of school progress reports for the last two years including the most recent examination; and Transfer Certificate or School Leaving Certificate (with attestations). If CAT4 assessment was not completed in the last two years, it will be required after admission. 3. Take the eligibility test. For KG 2 to Grade 9, admission is based on the performance in the Eligibility Test and panel interview. A merit list is prepared in rank order and offers are made in line with vacancies in each grade. Grade 10 admission requires CBSE registration and performance in the Eligibility Test and an interview; Grade 11 admission is based on an Eligibility Test with merit-based seat allocation. 4. Clear the eligibility test and receive offer letter. Successful candidates are enrolled after meeting the minimum performance criteria and ranking. A merit list is used to inform parents based on vacancies. An offer letter is issued upon meeting the criteria and completing any required interviews. 5. Pay the required fees and submit all other documents. Admission is offered to those meeting the criteria subject to payment of fees and submission of all valid documents listed. The required documents include copies of passports, visas, Emirates IDs, Birth Certificate, vaccination records, progress reports, and Transfer Certificate, among others. 6. Provisional admission and KHDA registration. Provisional admission is granted and confirmed upon KHDA registration. KHDA registration is mandatory for all new admissions and must be completed before attendance; registration is campus-specific and not transferable between IIS campuses. All admissions are subject to KHDA approval and seat availability.
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