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International Indian School Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees AED 12,200 - 17,200
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1700
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum
Typical class size 25
Introduction

International Indian School – Abu Dhabi is a co-educational Pre‑K–12 school located in Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi, serving children from around age 3 to 18. The school operates a mixed curriculum model: UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in Kindergarten, a tailor‑made international curriculum in Primary and Middle years, and the Indian national curriculum (CBSE) in Secondary and Senior Secondary (Grade 9–12), with students sitting CBSE board examinations. English is stated as the language of instruction for core subjects; the school also delivers formal Arabic provision and lists specialist teachers for Hindi, Malayalam, Urdu and Arabic (including Arabic for non‑Arabs). Facilities published by the school include a resource centre, science laboratories, AI & robotics provision, technology‑enabled classrooms, a sports complex, auditorium and cafeteria. Distinctive elements the school cites are an AI & Robotics‑integrated, enquiry‑and skill‑focused curriculum, Robotics/AI as a taught subject and participation in international benchmarking assessments (eg. ASSET, CAT4, IBT).

42 Street, Bani Yas, Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The Essentials

International Indian School Abu Dhabi has 1,700 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
Located in Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi, on 42nd Street. It is near the Green Apple Supermarket and the Police Impound, with access from the Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road. The area is a residential district with a mix of expatriate communities around the campus. Public transport links in the area connect to wider Abu Dhabi.

Stages
The school serves Pre-KG through Grade 12. Kindergarten follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, while Primary and Middle years use an internationally designed curriculum; Grades 9 to 12 follow the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum.

Type
The school is co-educational and operates as a day school (no boarding).

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student body includes multiple nationalities, with Indians the largest group, followed by Pakistanis and Egyptians. Public guides place total enrollment around 600 students. The exact ratio of UAE nationals to international students is not publicly published.

Additional learning support
The campus includes a dedicated Special Education room for students of determination. It also provides a Learning Resource Center and other facilities to support SEN and inclusive learning.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India.

Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation; Arabic and Islamic Studies are offered as part of UAE curriculum options for Muslim students.

School day structure
School hours vary by year group. Pre-KG to KG2 sessions run from 8:00 AM to 11:50 AM; Grades 1 to 12 run from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Bus service
A school bus service operates within Abu Dhabi city limits. Public sources indicate a transportation fee of AED 450 per month; routes and availability are confirmed with the school.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school operates a compulsory uniform. The parent portal requires that student photos be in the school uniform. The annual fee paperwork states that uniform is included in the fees, but there are no published details on colours, components or where to purchase.

Food Options
The facilities page describes a fully equipped canteen that adheres to ADFCA requirements for food preparation and allows the provision of a wider range of healthy, freshly produced daily meals. Details about specific menu items or dietary accommodations are not published on the site.

Governance and Ownership
The school is run and managed by Global Educational Solutions, an educational management company.
Fees

Annual tuition at International Indian School Abu Dhabi ranges from AED 12,200 to AED 17,200 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fees

- No separate application or non‑refundable registration fee amount is published in the school's publicly available fee schedule. Parents are required to pay the first installment of fees at the time admission is confirmed.

Tuition fees (full detail per grade; amounts in AED, academic year fees shown as annual amounts and equal term instalments)

- Pre‑KG / KG1 / KG2 — Annual: AED 12,200.00; Per term (4 equal instalments): AED 3,050.00.

- Grade 1 — Annual: AED 13,015.00; Per term: AED 3,253.75.

- Grade 2 — Annual: AED 13,015.00; Per term: AED 3,253.75.

- Grade 3 — Annual: AED 13,204.00; Per term: AED 3,301.00.

- Grade 4 — Annual: AED 13,120.00; Per term: AED 3,280.00.

- Grade 5 — Annual: AED 13,204.00; Per term: AED 3,301.00.

- Grade 6 — Annual: AED 13,515.00; Per term: AED 3,378.75.

- Grade 7 — Annual: AED 13,704.00; Per term: AED 3,426.00.

- Grade 8 — Annual: AED 13,515.00; Per term: AED 3,378.75.

- Grade 9 — Annual: AED 14,254.00; Per term: AED 3,563.50.

- Grade 10 — Annual: AED 14,650.00; Per term: AED 3,662.50.

- Grade 11 — Annual: AED 16,500.00; Per term: AED 4,125.00.

- Grade 12 — Annual: AED 17,200.00; Per term: AED 4,300.00.

What the annual tuition covers

- Annual tuition amounts include Tuition plus Books, Uniform, and Educational Supplies. Standardized assessment charges are included. Board examination fees for Grades 10 and 12 are included in the annual fees.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual tuition is payable in four instalments (fees are split into four equal instalments). Parents are required to remit the first instalment at the time of admission/registration confirmation. Specific instalment due dates are not listed in the published fee schedule.

- A discount is applied for full annual payment: a 10% discount on tuition is applied if the full annual fee is paid in one transaction by March 30 of the academic year (as stated in the published fee schedule).

- Sibling discounts are applied to tuition: 5% for the second sibling and 15% for the third sibling and any additional siblings; sibling discounts are deducted from the final instalment.

Boarding / Hostel fees

- No boarding or hostel fee lines are published. The school's published material describes day‑school operations and provides no boarding fee table; therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and optional charges

- Books, uniform and educational supplies are included in the stated annual tuition amounts (see “What the annual tuition covers” above).

- Fees for optional extra‑curricular activities that incur separate charges are not included in the tuition fees and will be billed separately where applicable (optional activities may carry additional charges).

- Transport (school bus) or any other ancillary service fees are not listed within the published tuition table; separate transport fees may be charged where service is used (no transport fee schedule is provided in the published tuition page).

Refund information

- The published tuition schedule and the admission information do not set out a specific refunds policy or a published schedule of refunds/penalties for withdrawal. The school's admissions instructions state that first instalment is payable at admission; no public refund formula is published alongside the fee table.

Fee payment options

- The school's published fee schedule does not list specific payment channels (bank account details, online gateway or card acceptance) on the tuition page. The admission instructions indicate that fees are invoiced and the first instalment is to be paid at admission; detailed payment methods and account details are not published in the fee table.

Summary of gaps in the published fee information

- The published fee schedule gives clear annual tuition amounts by grade and states that fees are payable in four instalments, and it lists discounts and what the annual fee covers. However, no separate application/registration fee amount is published, specific instalment due dates are not shown on the fee page, no transport fee schedule is included, a detailed refunds policy is not provided alongside the fees, and explicit payment channels (bank transfer details, card gateway or cheque/PDC rules) are not published in the fee table.

If you require these missing operational details (exact instalment due dates, application/registration charge if any, transport fees, refund calculations or accepted payment methods), the school's admissions/accounts office can provide the official, itemised instructions.
Academics

International Indian School Abu Dhabi teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The International Indian School – Abu Dhabi follows a balanced international curriculum and is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Pre-KG uses the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with age-appropriate assessment and carousel activities in Physical Education, Arts, Music, and Arabic. Primary (Grades 1–5) and Middle (Grades 6–8) employ a tailor-made international curriculum adapted to the UAE context, with technology-enabled learning, robotics and AI, and a strong emphasis on 21st‑century skills. Secondary (Grades 9–10) and Senior Secondary (Grades 11–12) follow the CBSE curriculum, with AISSE examinations in Grade 10 and AISSCE examinations in Grade 12. Assessments are varied (ongoing observations, class work, projects, presentations, and tests), and the school participates in international benchmarking tests such as CAT4, ASSET, IBT, TIMSS, and PISA.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
International Indian School Abu Dhabi provides wellbeing support through a Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy that sets out the school's approach to promoting student wellbeing, including social and emotional aspects. The policy outlines mechanisms for proactive and reactive support, referrals, and safeguarding considerations. The Inclusion Policy informs its inclusive approach to supporting students' social and emotional needs within a mainstream setting. A Gifted and Talented Policy indicates provisions for highly able learners, reflecting a broader commitment to holistic student development. The combined policies demonstrate a structured framework for SEL and student wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
International Indian School Abu Dhabi adopts an inclusive education approach as described in its Inclusion Policy, which covers a range of student needs within the mainstream setting. A Gifted and Talented Policy outlines provisions for advanced learners within the school. The Careers page lists SEN/SPED teachers as current vacancies, confirming dedicated staff for special educational needs. The school is described as not a specialist SEN institution, indicating SEN support is provided within a general school environment rather than a standalone SEN facility. Overall, SEN support appears integrated with targeted staff and policies rather than a separate specialist center.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school does not publicly disclose information about a dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) program page on its site. The Inclusion Policy and related pages address inclusion in general rather than language-specific EAL programs, and there is no explicit EAL policy publicly visible.

Mental Wellbeing
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy confirms the school's commitment to student mental health and wellbeing. It outlines the school's approach to promoting emotional wellbeing and providing support for students. This policy exists alongside inclusion and safeguarding provisions to support holistic welfare.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection are addressed through IIS Abu Dhabi's Inclusion Policy and its Mental Health and Wellbeing Policy, which together establish the school's commitments to student welfare and safeguarding. ADEK mandates safeguarding policies for private schools, and the school's publicly accessible policies align with these expectations.
Parent Experience

History
International Indian School – Abu Dhabi opened in April 2016 as a CBSE‑affiliated PreK–12 school in Abu Dhabi. The school is run and managed by Global Educational Solutions, an educational consultancy with a network of UAE‑based and international partner schools. It was established to serve the Indian community in Abu Dhabi and follows the CBSE curriculum for secondary grades, while Kindergarten uses the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Global Educational Solutions provides governance for IIS Abu Dhabi as part of its school network. IIS Abu Dhabi is affiliated to CBSE and incorporates international benchmarking and child‑centred approaches in its curriculum.

Community
The IIS Abu Dhabi community features formal parent involvement channels. Parent Engagement 2023 includes activities across art, gardening, and student‑led projects. KG‑Parent Engagement Day 2023 shows family participation in school life. The school calendar includes national and cultural events such as UAE National Day (52nd celebration), UAE Flag Day, and World Tourism Day.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school maintains a formal PTA with an official list of PTA members. The PTA serves as a channel for parent representation and collaboration with school leadership. PTA‑related activities are linked to broader parent engagement efforts, including KG‑Parent Engagement Day 2023. Parent involvement is supported through the Parent Portal, which provides communications and access to information. The IIS Abu Dhabi site documents PTA membership and related activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school features science laboratories and activity rooms, including Chemistry, Physics and Biology labs. The Learning Resource Center (LRC) will be the hub of the school, housing a diverse collection of books and study spaces. A Multi-Purpose Auditorium (MPA) supports sports, meetings, and a Creative and Performing Arts program. Indoor and outdoor playground facilities include a football field with artificial turf and a basketball surface, with shaded areas and green spaces. Dedicated prayer rooms for both boys and girls with ablution facilities and a fully equipped canteen meeting regulatory standards are provided.

Sports Facilities
Playground facilities include indoor and outdoor spaces with a dedicated football field and artificial turf and a basketball surface. The campus design includes increased shade areas and developed green spaces to support outdoor activities. The air-conditioned Multi-Purpose Auditorium enables physical education programs during the heat of spring and summer.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories and activity rooms include Chemistry, Physics and Biology labs with exhaust/ventilation booths to meet safety requirements. The Learning Resource Center provides diverse books and resources and study spaces for senior students, with librarians coordinating with teachers to support library lessons. Technology integrated classrooms support digital learning and instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Multi-Purpose Auditorium will host performing arts activities as part of a Creative and Performing Arts Program. The auditorium will also support sports and physical education programs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Registration for Academic Year 2026-27 is open for KG1 to Grade 12. The school is located in Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi. Kindergarten follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Primary and Middle years follow an International Curriculum, and Grades 9–12 follow the CBSE curriculum, with a practical, application-based approach across subjects and languages that develops 21st-century skills: Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, and Critical Thinking.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school emphasizes health and safety as a core priority within its high educational standards. It aims to provide a safe, orderly, caring and supportive environment. High-quality governance ensures students' needs are fulfilled and fairness and quality are maintained. Facilities include a Resource Centre, Science Labs, AI & Robotics, Sports Complex, Auditorium, and Cafeteria.
Languages

Language Provision
Arabic language is taught as part of the curriculum. Pre-KG follows the UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Primary and Middle years follow a tailor-made international curriculum adapted to the UAE context.
Admissions

Admissions
The school is located in Baniyas West, Abu Dhabi. Admission starts with the Expression of Interest Form to gather basic information about the child and parents. The form initiates the admission process. 2. The School Registrar screens the EOI and contacts you to schedule an assessment or entrance exam and submission of documents. After completing the Online Registration Form, you receive a Registration Number. 3. Documents are required at registration. Student documents include 2 colored copies of Passport with valid Residence Visa stamp, 2 colored copies of Emirates ID, 1 colored copy of Birth Certificate (duly attested as required), 2 colored copies of Vaccination Record, 2 colored copies of Medical Insurance Card, and 4 passport photographs. Parent documents include 1 colored copy of Passport with Residence Visa, 1 colored copy of Emirates ID, 2 passport photographs, and Proof of residence. 4. Grade 2 onwards requires additional documents: Copy of school records and medical reports, Original Transfer Certificate and Report Card; If transferring from within Abu Dhabi, an eSIS transfer and Mark Sheet; If transferring from another Emirate, Transfer Certificate attested by MOE; If transferring from overseas, Transfer Certificate attested by the Education Officer and carried out at the UAE Embassy and MOFA. 5. Admission and fees: The number of registrations per level is based on available seats; Admission is subject to completion of all required documents; Successful candidates are admitted with the fully completed Admission form and documents as per ADEK/Ministry guidelines; Parents remit the first instalment fees at admission. For assistance contact 02-585-4499 or [email protected].
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