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Dhruv Global School

United Arab Emirates, Dubai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 14,000 - 17,000
Ages 3 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 115
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Arabic, French, Hindi
Strengths Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Prospective parents considering Dhruv Global School will find a curriculum that integrates the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) framework with universal yogic values. Located in Arjan, Dubai, the campus delivers lessons guided by Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence Theory and Benjamin Bloom’s 2 Sigma Deviation Framework, focusing on mastery-based progression. The school places a distinct emphasis on mindful learning, incorporating daily yoga, meditation, and Positive Education Enhanced Curriculum (PEEC) routines into the timetable. Beyond foundational academics, students participate in an interdisciplinary learning model featuring coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence, building digital fluency alongside traditional subjects. Co-scholastic provisions include swimming, classical dance, and visual arts, supported by specific campus facilities. The school operates without a specific religious affiliation but embeds moral, social, and cultural studies into everyday lessons. Families benefit from a strong school-home partnership, active community service projects, and structured transport services across Dubai.

Al Barsha South 3, Al Barsha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Dhruv Global School has 115 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Arjan, Al Barsha South, Dubai. The campus address is Plot No: 673-1193, Arjan, Al Barsha South, Dubai. The area is a Dubai residential community serving a diverse population. Transport to and from the school includes an optional bus service on select routes, with designated pickup points and a first-come-first-serve basis.

Stages
Pre-Primary / Kindergarten (Pre-KG, KG1, KG2); Primary School (Grade 1 to Grade 5); Middle School (Grade 6 to Grade 8).

Type
Co-educational private CBSE school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Public data on pupil nationalities is not published for Dhruv Global School. KHDA/DSIB records show the school is a CBSE Indian-curriculum institution that has not yet been inspected; the school emphasizes cultural diversity in Dubai's international community, but a precise nationality mix (numbers, most common nationalities, local vs international ratio) is not available.

Additional learning support
The Inclusion Department provides support for a range of needs, including Individual Education Plans for Students of Determination, differentiated instruction, English Language Learner support, Gifted and Talented programs, counseling, access to assistive resources, a sensory room, and parent webinars.

Country affiliation
CBSE – Central Board of Secondary Education (India).

Religious affiliation
No formal religious affiliation is stated; admissions are non-discriminatory with regard to religion.

School day structure
Most CBSE schools in Dubai start around 7:30–8:00 a.m. and finish around 2:00–3:00 p.m., with breaks for activity and learning. Dhruv Global School aligns with this pattern, and the KHDA calendar indicates 183 school days for the 2025–2026 year, starting in April 2025.

Bus service
The school offers an optional bus service on select routes, on a first-come-first-serve basis. Transport is not door-to-door and operates from designated pickup/drop-off points. A Transport Manager oversees arrangements; changes to pickup points require written permission and are subject to seat availability; there are guidelines for safety and conduct on buses.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Governing Council that provides vital leadership, ensuring the vision and mission are attained and aligned with high teaching and learning standards.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dhruv Global School ranges from AED 14,000 to AED 17,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): AED 525.
- Student ID card (one-time): AED 50.
- Note: one published section shows a registration fee listed as AED 500 (non-refundable) in addition to the AED 525 entries; parents should treat the standard listed registration fee as AED 525 unless otherwise notified.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts shown per term and total per year)

All tuition is presented as three term amounts (Term I, Term II, Term III) and a Total annual tuition amount.

- Pre‑KG (Pre Primary): Term I AED 3,900; Term II AED 5,200; Term III AED 3,900; Total AED 13,000.

- KG1: Term I AED 4,200; Term II AED 5,600; Term III AED 4,200; Total AED 14,000.

- KG2: Term I AED 4,200; Term II AED 5,600; Term III AED 4,200; Total AED 14,000.

- Grade 1: Term I AED 4,500; Term II AED 6,000; Term III AED 4,500; Total AED 15,000.

- Grade 2: Term I AED 4,500; Term II AED 6,000; Term III AED 4,500; Total AED 15,000.

- Grade 3: Term I AED 4,800; Term II AED 6,400; Term III AED 4,800; Total AED 16,000.

- Grade 4: Term I AED 4,800; Term II AED 6,400; Term III AED 4,800; Total AED 16,000.

- Grade 5: Term I AED 5,100; Term II AED 6,800; Term III AED 5,100; Total AED 17,000.

- Grade 6: Fee schedule shown as "Coming Soon." (No term amounts published for Grade 6 at time of these published fee listings.)

- Grade 7: Term I AED 5,700; Term II AED 7,600; Term III AED 5,700; Total AED 19,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are billed across three academic terms (Term I, Term II, Term III). Tuition is shown as per‑term amounts with a published annual total for each grade.
- Registration and ID card fees are one‑time charges and are described as non‑refundable. Cancellation of a provisional admission or any advance fee paid is not refundable. Parents are required to clear all outstanding dues to obtain leaving documentation.
- Withdrawal and refund calculations: if a student attends for two weeks or less, one month's fee will be deducted; if attendance is between two weeks and one month, two months' fees will be deducted; if attendance is for more than one month, a full term's fees will be deducted. Transfer/clearance documentation is issued only after all dues are settled.
- Parents are advised to give at least one month's written notice when applying for a Transfer Certificate; processing of withdrawal requests is completed after the student stops attending and all dues and clearances are settled.

Transport (bus) fees and zones

- Annual two‑way transport fees by zone (annual figures shown): Zone 1 AED 5,000; Zone 2 AED 5,500; Zone 3 AED 6,000; Zone 4 AED 6,500. Per‑term breakdowns are published for each zone.
- Example per‑term transport charges by zone: Term I — Zone 1 AED 1,500; Zone 2 AED 1,650; Zone 3 AED 1,800; Zone 4 AED 1,950. Term II — Zone 1 AED 2,000; Zone 2 AED 2,200; Zone 3 AED 2,400; Zone 4 AED 2,600. Term III matches Term I rates for each zone. Route zone definitions and terms & conditions for transport are published.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are published for the Dhruv Global School Dubai campus; the published information and policies apply to day schooling and transport options rather than boarding facilities.

Other costs and incidental charges

- Student ID replacement fee for a lost ID card: AED 50.
- The published fee schedule lists registration and ID card fees and transport charges in addition to tuition. No separate published amounts for uniforms, standard textbooks, meal plans, activity fees or examination fees are shown in the published fee schedule; such charges may be listed elsewhere or applied as needed.

Refund information

- Advance/registration payments and cancellation of provisional admission are not refundable. Withdrawal refunds are calculated based on the student's period of attendance: up to two weeks — deduction of one month's fees; between two weeks and one month — deduction of two months' fees; more than one month — deduction of one full term's fees. Transfer Certificate is issued only after all dues are cleared.

Fee payment options

- The published fee pages include a "Payment Modes" heading but do not list specific payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer or online portal details are not specified in the published fee schedule). Parents are advised to use the school's admissions or accounts contact channels for the supported payment modes for fee and admission transactions.

Summary of key published points

- Tuition is shown per term with an annual total for each grade; there are three terms per year.
- One‑time registration and ID fees apply and are non‑refundable.
- Transport fees are zone‑based with annual and per‑term breakdowns.
- Withdrawal and refund deductions follow the published rules that deduct a month's, two months' or a full term's fees depending on attendance at the time of withdrawal; Transfer Certificates are issued only after dues are cleared.
Academics

Dhruv Global School teaches Indian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 14.

Curriculum
Dhruv Global School offers a CBSE-based curriculum from Pre-Primary through Middle School (Pre-KG to Grade 8), with EYFS-aligned learning in the early years. Pre-Primary (Pre-KG to KG2) follows EYFS principles and CBSE-based learning with NCERT outcomes, focusing on Communication, Language & Literacy, Numeracy, Understanding Our World, Personal, Social & Emotional Development, Expressive Arts, Physical Development & Yoga, Arabic, and Co-Scholastic activities. Primary School (Grade 1–5) uses CBSE with NCERT integration, teaching core subjects English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with Information Technology; Hindi or French are second languages, with MOE subjects such as Islamic Studies, Moral, Social and Cultural Studies, and Arabic integrated. Middle School (Grade 6–8) continues CBSE with MOE subjects, delivering Mathematics, Science, English, Social Studies, and ICT, along with languages (Hindi, French, Arabic), plus Co-Scholastic options (Dance, Music, PE, Yoga, Swimming, Basketball) and a Bridge Programme for new entrants. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based and experiential learning to develop 21st-century skills, and CBSE is widely recognized by universities worldwide, supporting progression to higher education. Inclusion provisions include English Language Learner (ELL) support and Gifted and Talented (G&T) provision to ensure access and challenge for diverse learners.

Student Teacher Ratio
Class sizes are described as small; no published student-teacher ratio is available.

Higher Education Progression
CBSE is widely recognized by universities worldwide, facilitating progression to higher education.

Gifted and Talented
ELL and G&T support are available.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is supported through Dhruv Global School's Inclusive Support, with the Inclusion Department offering IEPs, Differentiated Instruction, Behavioral and Emotional Support, and Parent Webinars to foster SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN support is provided via Inclusive Support for Students of Determination (SEND), including Individual Education Plans (IEPs), a SEND Specialist, differentiated instruction, specialized interventions, access to assistive resources, and a sensory room; the school emphasizes inclusive education rather than being a dedicated specialist SEN institution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English Language Learner (ELL) support is available through the Language Support – ELL program, led by the ELL Specialist who conducts student assessments and provides in-class and pull-out language support.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is addressed by Behavioral and Emotional Support from School Counselors, focusing on emotional well-being and social skills, complemented by parent webinars on wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by adherence to DSIB and UAE inclusion guidelines, and health/safety policies such as the Medication Policy, which follows Dubai Health Authority guidelines for medication administration.
Parent Experience

History
Dhruv Global School originated in Sangamner, Maharashtra, India, and began on 14 June 2005 with 182 students and 14 teachers. On 19 November 2007, it moved to a new 18‑acre campus at Dhandarphal, a move that accompanied rapid growth. The campus later earned a Best Architecture in 2010 award, marking a milestone in its development. By the end of the 2012–2013 academic year, the school served about 840 students with 60 teachers. In September 2024, Dhruv Global School opened its first international branch in Dubai, Al Barsha South/Arjan, expanding its CBSE education model with Yogic values to the United Arab Emirates. (Sources trace the Indian history to 2005 and the 2007 campus move, with later recognition in 2010 and significant growth by 2012–2013; the Dubai expansion is documented in 2024.)

Community
Dhruv Global School positions itself as a community hub where students, teachers, parents, and the wider community collaborate to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes a global perspective, cultural awareness, and environmental responsibility as core elements of its ethos. The school calendar includes events, trips, and performing and visual arts programs that engage the entire school community. Dhruv describes its approach as involving families and communities in meaningful ways to support student growth.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school describes itself as community‑focused and notes partnerships with families as part of the learning process. Family engagement is reflected in the admissions framework, including a Parent School Contract that governs enrollment and ongoing parent–school relations. Prospective families can book a campus tour and consult admissions counselors as part of early engagement. The events and programs calendar—such as performing and visual arts activities and field trips—provides regular opportunities for family participation on campus. Public materials do not outline a named PTA with specific committees or PTA-led events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Dhruv Global School operates on a state-of-the-art campus designed for 21st-century learning. The campus includes indoor and outdoor play areas, a swimming pool, and multiple courts for basketball and tennis, supporting both recreation and sport. Learning spaces integrate technology with a well-stocked library, future-ready IT labs, language labs, and science labs. Creative spaces include an art room, a creative workspace, and stage performance areas. The campus also provides a clinic with a medical room and an isolation room, and elevators to support students with special needs.

Sports Facilities
Sports facilities include a swimming pool, a basketball court, and a tennis court. There are indoor sports such as table tennis, and outdoor spaces visible on campus include a soccer ground and a badminton court.

Academic Facilities
The school hosts a well-stocked library with ICT integration to support research and reading. It provides science laboratories and STEAM facilities for hands-on experiments. IT provisions include future-ready IT labs, language labs, and ICT-enabled classrooms with smart boards, tablets, and computers.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Indoor and outdoor activities are offered as part of the extracurricular program. Co-scholastic activities include talent shows, visual performances, and competitions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Dhruv Global School's extracurricular activities support intellectual development. The program includes chess as a listed activity and course enrichment activities after each concept, such as quizzes and group projects. Leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation are highlighted as core skills within ECAs. Specific STEM, robotics, debate, or math/science competitions are not listed on the site.

Arts & Creative
Arts and music are included in the ECA offerings, with emphasis on performing arts and dance. The program also supports visual performance and hosts talent shows as part of co-scholastic activities. Additional arts-related opportunities appear in the co-curricular sections of the program, fostering creative expression alongside academics.

Cultural & Language
Hindi and French are offered as second languages. Talent shows and visual performances are part of co-scholastic activities, contributing to cultural expression and events. The site does not list language clubs, Model UN, international exchanges, or dedicated cultural societies.

Social & Hobbies
Social and hobby activities include chess, basketball, badminton, and swimming as part of ECAs. The program features indoor and outdoor activities and talent shows as part of events. These activities provide opportunities for peer interaction and personal development beyond regular classes.

Leadership & Professional
Dhruv Global School highlights leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation within its ECAs. The activities are designed to build problem-solving, collaboration, and entrepreneurial skills beyond the classroom. Specific structured mentorship programs are not detailed on the site.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga is emphasized as a key activity offered at the school. Swimming and basketball are among the physical activities available through ECAs, along with other sports and wellness-oriented options. These activities support physical health and mindfulness as part of student wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Hindi or French is offered as a second language.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the Online Admission Application form with accurate information. The form is submitted through the online admissions process. After submission, an admissions officer will contact you to guide you through the next steps of the process. This initial submission confirms interest and initiates the review.

2. Campus Visit/Meeting: An admissions officer will contact you to guide you through the next steps of the admission process. A campus visit or meeting will be arranged to discuss the program, facilities, and fit. The visit provides an opportunity to ask questions and observe the learning environment. The process continues after the visit with the submission of the application.

3. Submit Application Form: After the campus visit, fill the form and submit. Ensure the form is complete and accurate. Submission marks the formal stage of the application and initiates document verification. The school may request additional information based on the review.

4. Fee Payment: Pay the stipulated fees through any of the supported modes of payment. Payment completes the admissions steps and secures a seat if available. Fee schedules are described on the school's Fees page.

5. Documentation: Submit the required documents. Birth Certificate; Proof of Residential Address; Passport and Emirates ID; Medical Certificate; Child's Recent Photo. Ensure documents are provided as requested to support the application.

6. Other Admission Information: Admission cancellations and withdrawals follow KHDA guidelines. Transfer certificates are issued in Arabic and English, and attestation requirements apply for next schools.

7. Age and language considerations: Children seeking admission from Pre-KG to Grade 1 must meet regulatory age criteria. A choice of Hindi or French is offered as a second language.

Waitlist
Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
School Events
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