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Emirates National School Sharjah

United Arab Emirates, Sharjah

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1600
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Arabic, English, French
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Emirates National School Sharjah is a private day school with separate Boys' and Girls' campuses in Sharjah. It delivers education under both US and UAE frameworks, following Colorado Academic Standards alongside UAE National Curriculum Standards. The school offers the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and the American Common Core in English, Math and Science, with AP courses available for grades 11 and 12. Two Diploma pathways are available: the American Curriculum with General and Advanced Tracks, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) or IB Certificates. The DP begins in grade 11, with TOK, Extended Essay and CAS core components, and placement guided by readiness and university plans. Language readiness and MAP scores determine Higher or Standard Level course placement. Athletics include basketball, rugby, martial arts, volleyball, soccer, swimming and track and field, depending on campus facilities. Co-curriculars cover academic governance and competitions, arts, UAE culture clubs and service activities.

Al Rahmania Suburb - Shaghrafa 3 - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

Emirates National School Sharjah has 1,600 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Sharjah Campus is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It is part of Emirates National Schools (ENS), a network with campuses in Al Ain City, Abu Dhabi City, MBZ City, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Dubai. The Sharjah Campus can be reached via road and has contracted school transportation; parents may register for transport with the provider. Sharjah Campus contact: Tel 06 599 0999.

Stages
The campus serves Pre-K 3 through Grade 12, including KG1, KG2, and Grades 1–12.

Type
Private day school with separate Boys' School and Girls' School campuses in Sharjah.

Additional learning support
The school offers support for students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) through the Inclusion Department; a documented Learning Plan (DLP) or an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) may be used, with accommodations as needed; an Learning Support Assistant (LSA) may accompany a student when required.

Country affiliation
Colorado Academic Standards (USA) alongside UAE National Curriculum Standards.

School day structure
The School Day starts at 7:30. End times vary by campus; Sharjah Campus operates a standard afternoon schedule with a shorter day on Fridays.

Bus service
Transportation is provided through a contracted service provider; parents may register with the provider. Bus rules require supervision and a guardian present for afternoon drop-off.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has an approved ENS uniform. KG (Male) wears a white shirt with a red stripe and navy trousers; KG (Female) wears a white long-sleeve shirt with a navy pinafore; Grades 1–12 (Male) wear a white shirt with dark gray trousers; Grades 1–12 (Female) wear a white long-sleeve shirt with a dark gray frock; a dark gray winter jacket is required for all. The PE uniform is a navy tracksuit with the ENS logo, a white T‑shirt, white socks, and white training shoes. Appearance guidelines include restrictions on leggings (leggings may not replace uniform bottoms), simple hair accessories only, and simple black dress shoes with the uniform.

Food Options
Daily food service (lunch and snacks) is available through the school's contracted provider; parents may register their student directly with them.

Governance and Ownership
Emirates National Schools were formed by Presidential Decree and are owned by the Presidential Court.
Fees
Application / registration fees

- A one‑time registration/holding fee is charged at enrolment. Typical amounts recorded across ENS campuses are AED 500 to AED 1,000 (non‑refundable but usually adjustable against the first term/annual tuition).

Tuition fees (per year group and per term)

- ENS operates a three‑term billing structure; published term and annual examples from ENS campuses follow the same per‑grade banding used at ENS Al Ain / Al Nahyan / Ras Al Khaimah and are representative of the ENS fee framework:
- Pre‑KG / Foundation stage: Term 1 ~ AED 7,080; Term 2 ~ AED 6,060; Term 3 ~ AED 6,060 — Total annual ≈ AED 20,200.
- KG1–KG2: Term 1 ~ AED 9,000; Term 2 ~ AED 6,300; Term 3 ~ AED 6,300 — Total annual ≈ AED 22,100.
- Grade 1–Grade 4: Term 1 ~ AED 12,320; Term 2 ~ AED 8,530; Term 3 ~ AED 8,510 — Total annual ≈ AED 29,860.
- Grade 5–Grade 6: Term 1 ~ AED 13,650; Term 2 ~ AED 9,360; Term 3 ~ AED 9,340 — Total annual ≈ AED 32,850.
- Grade 7–Grade 8: Term 1 ~ AED 14,900; Term 2 ~ AED 10,040; Term 3 ~ AED 10,030 — Total annual ≈ AED 35,470.
- Grade 9: Term 1 ~ AED 15,980; Term 2 ~ AED 10,830; Term 3 ~ AED 10,810 — Total annual ≈ AED 38,120.
- Grade 10: Term 1 ~ AED 18,530; Term 2 ~ AED 12,740; Term 3 ~ AED 12,720 — Total annual ≈ AED 44,490.
- Grade 11: Term 1 ~ AED 20,560; Term 2 ~ AED 14,100; Term 3 ~ AED 14,080 — Total annual ≈ AED 49,240.
- Grade 12: Term 1 ~ AED 22,370; Term 2 ~ AED 15,460; Term 3 ~ AED 15,440 — Total annual ≈ AED 53,770.

- Note: those figures match the ENS term‑by‑term presentation used by ENS campuses (examples published for Al Ain / Al Nahyan / Ras Al Khaimah). Use the grade band that matches your child's year when preparing budgets.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are normally billed in three equal instalments (three terms) across the academic year. ENS offers a standard three‑instalment payment plan. Non‑payment may lead to suspension, withholding of reports/transfer documentation, or hold on re‑registration after formal warning notices.

- Fee discounts and early‑payment concessions are applied according to the ENS discount policy; discounts apply only to tuition (not to other charges) and are granted under specific conditions (for example when payment deadlines are met or for eligible staff/sibling concessions). To qualify, registration, tuition and educational‑resource fees must be paid within the timelines required for the discount to apply.

Boarding / residential provision

- ENS Sharjah operates as a day campus. There is no published boarding or residential fee for the Sharjah campus. ENS campus documentation and parent handbook list campus contacts and services for day students only.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Educational resources / learning materials: ENS applies an educational‑resource fee that is commonly included in the Term 1 charge; amounts vary by grade (examples for some ENS campuses show educational‑resource charges included in term totals).

- Transport (school bus): School transport is charged separately. Typical transport charges recorded for ENS campuses are approximately AED 5,000/year (routes and exact annual charges depend on pick‑up/drop‑off zones). A transport discount may apply to additional siblings.

- Meals / canteen: Food service is charged separately; sample canteen charges have been published per grade band at certain ENS campuses (amounts vary by campus and menu plan).

- Uniforms, exam fees (IB/AP/SAT/college entrance), extracurricular activities, trips and optional services are additional and billed as required. ENS documents note these categories as separate charges.

Refund and withdrawal rules

- ENS has a published refund policy that applies to tuition and educational‑resource fees. Key points:
- Registration fees are non‑refundable except in very specific early cancellation windows.
- If a student withdraws before the official first day of classes, tuition and educational‑resource fees are refundable after the school retains the non‑refundable registration fee.
- Refunds after the academic year has started are calculated proportionally based on the date of withdrawal and follow a published sliding scale (different schedules apply for different campuses; for Sharjah a time‑of‑withdrawal table is used to calculate the refundable percentage). Refunds are only processed to the original payor and are issued after a completed refund application is received; processing is completed within the school's stated timeframe.

Fee payment options and bank details

- ENS accepts payments by: cash to the campus cashier, cheque payable to "Emirates National Schools", or bank transfer / cash deposit to the ENS campus bank accounts at Union National Bank. Bank account numbers are published for each campus, including the Sharjah campus account. Example: Emirates National Schools, Emirate of Sharjah, Account No. 011095422005 (Union National Bank).

- The school operates standard administrative procedures for invoicing, late‑payment warnings and withholding of services for overdue accounts as set out in the tuition policies.

Summary of practical items to budget for

- One‑off: registration/holding fee (commonly AED 500–1,000).
- Recurring: tuition (three term instalments) by grade band — use the appropriate grade band examples above when preparing totals.
- Recurring extras: transport (~AED 5,000/year typical), meals, uniforms, exam fees and optional activities.
- Refunds: handled under the ENS refund schedule and depend on withdrawal timing; registration fees are generally non‑refundable.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

Emirates National School Sharjah teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
Two Diploma pathways are offered: American Curriculum with General and Advanced Tracks, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) or IB Certificates. A Diploma Programme begins in the fall of 11th grade, with DP course selections and placement guided by the Diploma Program Coordinator and an Academic Counselor. Science and mathematics pathways provide options across AP, IB DP, and American Diploma coursework, with sample pathways illustrating DP HL/SL requirements and AP coursework. The IB Diploma Programme core components (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service) apply to the Diploma, and placement decisions consider readiness and university plans; DP and American tracks are designed to meet university admissions and Ministerial Decree 883 equivalency rules, including EmSAT, AP, and DP assessments. Language proficiency and placement rely on English readiness and MAP scores to determine Higher Level or Standard Level course levels, with course selection processes beginning in Grade 8–9 and continuing through Grade 10.

Gifted and Talented
Gifted and Talented category is available for students with unique talents and skills in science and technology, arts, sports and athletics. An Inclusion Policy governs identification, planning, and provision for gifted and talented learners, including differentiated instruction and enrichment opportunities. A scholarship program will award 100 scholarships covering 25% to 100% of tuition fees for deserving students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters a safe, belonging, and respectful learning environment where students feel secure and have the right to learn and flourish. Assemblies promote a strong sense of community and reinforce identity and innovation within the IB learner profile. A School Counselor and a Student Support Team provide ongoing support for student well‑being, with a dedicated counseling office and access to counseling services. The school maintains safeguarding policies to protect students and operates a Student Protection Team to respond to concerns. Overall, the school emphasizes a values‑based approach and community‑building as integral to student social and emotional development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides support for Students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) through a Documented Learning Plan (DLP) or an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An Inclusion Department identifies and supports ALN, with progress reviewed by the Inclusion Department and the Student Behavior Management Team. Accommodations for ALN include early dismissal when medically or therapeutically needed, supported by documentation and a transition plan toward full‑time attendance. The Inclusion Department coordinates with families and external professionals as required. The Student Support Team and School Counselor coordinate individualized support for ALN students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Language Policy requires 70 percent English instruction and 30 percent Modern Standard Arabic, and the school encourages biliteracy in English and Arabic. The Primary Years Programme provides English Language Learner (ELL) support for students with limited English proficiency. ELL performance is regularly monitored through classroom assessments and external measures. Instructional practices include language accommodations, use of students' preferred languages where appropriate, and supportive scaffolding to aid understanding.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through a School Counselor and a Student Support Team, with a dedicated Counseling Office serving relevant campuses. The Inclusion Department coordinates mental health and emotional regulation supports as part of ALN provisions. The school provides access to on‑site nursing and health resources to support overall wellbeing, alongside attendance and safeguarding practices that promote student wellness and safety.

Safeguarding
The Emirates National Schools have a Student Protection Policy addressing protection from exploitation, abuse, violence, and harm. The policy requires immediate reporting of concerns to school leadership and appropriate authorities. A Campus Student Protection Team responds to safeguarding concerns and coordinates actions with relevant bodies as needed. Safeguarding protocols extend to transport, school activities, and daily operations to ensure student safety and wellbeing.
Facilities

Sports Facilities
The school offers athletics including basketball, rugby, martial arts, volleyball, soccer, swimming, and track and field, depending on campus facilities.

Academic Facilities
The curriculum is delivered through the International Baccalaureate framework for the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Years Programme (DP), alongside the American Common Core Standards in English, Math, and Science. ENS also offers College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) courses for grades 11 and 12. In conjunction with this, the UAE Ministry of Education program for Arabic, Islamic and UAE Social Studies is delivered.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The ENS Co-Curricular and Enrichment Program comprises Academic Co-Curriculars (student governance and leadership, music and drama, speech and debate, academic competitions, and academic-support field trips); Athletics (basketball, rugby, martial arts, volleyball, soccer, swimming, track and field, depending on campus facilities); and Enrichment Clubs and Activities (arts and crafts, book clubs, UAE cultural clubs, volunteer initiatives, chess, and more). After-School Activities (ASA) run eight-week offerings and are supervised by an adult sponsor.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Academic Co-Curriculars are activities directly connected to academic classes. They include student governance and leadership, musical and drama activities, speech and debate, academic competitions, and academic-support field trips. These activities are part of the ENS Co-Curricular Program.

Arts & Creative
Enrichment Clubs and Activities focus on specific student interests and may include arts and crafts, book clubs, UAE cultural clubs, volunteer initiatives, chess, and many others. Musical and drama activities are available as part of the co-curricular offerings. Arts and creative expression are encouraged through these options.

Cultural & Language
Special events celebrate UAE traditions and Islamic culture. UAE National Day, Martyrs' Day, and Flag Day are observed. Religious celebrations such as Eid, Ramadan activities, Prophet's Birthday, Isra and Mi'raj, and Mid of Shaban are observed. Quran and Al Hadeeth Recital Competitions, the Program of Quran Recital Centers (in collaboration with the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments), Biography of the Prophet Mohammed, and Future Poet and Youla Competitions are part of student life.

Social & Hobbies
Enrichment Clubs and Activities provide opportunities for student interests beyond the classroom. Clubs may include arts and crafts, book clubs, UAE cultural clubs, volunteer initiatives, chess, and many others. After-School Activities (ASA) run in eight-week blocks for Grades 1 to 12 and are supervised by an adult sponsor.

Community & Service
Volunteer initiatives are included in Enrichment Clubs and Activities. Service as Action is part of the program to meet IB requirements. Community Engagement Events, including the Joint Awareness Project with the National Rehabilitation Center, are part of ENS student life. Participation requires good academic standing and adherence to the Student Code of Conduct.

Leadership & Professional
Student governance and leadership are included in Academic Co-Curriculars. Leadership programs are offered as part of the ENS Co-Curricular Program. Participation in co-curricular activities requires good academic standing and adherence to the school's behavioral standards. The program supports the IB requirements for Action, Service as Action, and CAS.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The program offers athletics with age-level teams and competitions. Depending on campus facilities, offerings may include basketball, rugby, martial arts, volleyball, soccer, swimming, and track and field. After-School Activities run in eight-week blocks and are supervised by an adult sponsor. The program is designed to extend classroom learning while fostering cooperation, teamwork, and positive social relationships.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic Language and Islamic Education are delivered in line with UAE MOE requirements. English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Education, Computer Science and Social Studies follow the Colorado Academic Standards. The school provides an American curriculum and is an IB World School; the IB Diploma Programme is available for Grades 11-12, with the option of IB Course Certificates. AP courses are also offered for Grades 11-12. Course options include World Languages as part of the program.

Bilingual Teaching
The school expresses itself in more than one language. Arabic Language and Islamic Education follow UAE Ministry of Education standards, while English-language subjects align with Colorado Academic Standards. The curriculum supports multilingual communication across the learning programs.
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