The Indian High School

Q: What curriculum does The Indian High School offer?

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum (Central Board of Secondary Education), delivering education according to India's national board framework from primary through senior secondary.

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at The Indian High School?

Students enrol from KG1 to Grade 12 , covering ages 4 to 18 through senior secondary board examinations.

Q: What are the tuition fees at The Indian High School?

Annual fees range from AED 8,373 to AED 10,465 , based on grade level. Additional charges may apply.

3.4

2023-2024Very good

Curriculum

Indian

Annual Fees

6K - 10K AED

Location

Oud Metha

About The Indian High School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

The Indian High School is a CBSE school located in Oud Metha, serving the Dubai community since 1972. The school welcomes boys and girls aged 10-18, covering Grade 5 to Grade 12, with a current enrolment of 5,309 students.

Students follow the CBSE curriculum, leading to examinations such as ISA, NGRT, ABT, CBSE, and CAT4. The school holds CBSE accreditation, confirming its commitment to academic standards and is rated "Very Good" for the 2023-2024 inspection.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 5,525 to AED 10,465, varying by year group. The school draws families primarily from Al Nasr, Umm Al Hurair, Oud Metha (next to American Hospital), Oud Metha Road, and near Oud Metha Metro Station.

Location

Oud Metha

Latest from The Indian High School

Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.

26 Aug 2026Award
Boys U19 basketball team takes silver at CBSE UAE Cluster Championship 2026
The school's Under 19 Boys basketball team finished second, winning the silver medal at the CBSE UAE Cluster Championship 2026.
Source: Instagram
19 May 2026Exam results
Indian High School Oud Metha records 100% pass rate in CBSE Grade 12 exams
The Indian High School's Oud Metha Campus announced its Grade 12 CBSE results for 2025-26, with all 618 students passing across the three streams. The school highlighted several high performers, including students who scored full marks (100/100) in individual subjects, and congratulated students, educators and parents on the outcomes.
Source: school website
29 Mar 2026Award
Three Oud Metha teams win awards at F1 in Schools UAE Nationals 2025
At the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge 2025 UAE Nationals, held at Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi in June 2025, teams from the Oud Metha campus were recognised: Aerblitz Xtreme took second in the Rookie Category, Ortelius won Best Entrance, and Astro Accelerators stood out for organisational skills.
Source: school website
29 Mar 2026Award
Tennis teams win gold, silver and bronze at CBSE Cluster Championship 2025
The school's tennis teams excelled at the CBSE Cluster Tennis Championship 2025, held at DPS Dubai on 21-22 May 2025. The Boys Under-19 pair won gold, Girls Under-14 took silver, and Boys Under-17 earned bronze, with the medal-winning pairs qualifying for the CBSE National Championships in India.
Source: school website

Fees & Admissions

The academic year of some recorded fees has not been verified against its source. Confirm current rates with the school before using them.

Grade Level	Annual Fees (recorded)	Est. Monthly
GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)	5,525 AED	~460 AED
GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)	6,696 AED	~558 AED
GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)	6,696 AED	~558 AED
GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)	6,696 AED	~558 AED
GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)	8,373 AED	~698 AED
GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)	8,373 AED	~698 AED
GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)	10,465 AED	~872 AED
GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)	10,465 AED	~872 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated The Indian High School "Very good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its fifth consecutive "Very good". The school has been inspected 13 times since 2009-2010; its best rating was "Outstanding" in 2011-2012.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

The improving performances of students in most subjects.
Excellent relationships and interactions between teachers and students.
The coherent and realistic school improvement plans and the ambitious vision for the school.
Improvements in both provision and outcomes.
A rich, well-designed curriculum offering varied opportunities to inspire and motivate students.

What the school was asked to improve

Enable all school leaders to improve existing policies and strategies through interventions by governors.
Expand resources, including library facilities, to provide students with multiple learning opportunities.
Strengthen students' sense of social responsibility.
Improve teaching quality so outstanding practices are used consistently across all grades and subjects.
Provide well-chosen resources, including improved library and laboratory access, for all students.

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 02 to 06 October 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 25 performance indicators rated in both reports, 3 improved, 1 declined and 21 kept the same rating.

Students

5,543 → 5,309

-234 (-4%)

Teachers

319 → 317

-2 (-1%)

Students of determination

197 → 220

+23 (+12%)

Emirati students

0 → 0

unchanged

Improved

Islamic Education — Progress · Middle: Good → Very good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment · Middle: Acceptable → Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress · Middle: Acceptable → Good

Declined

Science — Progress · Middle: Outstanding → Very good

Did The Indian High School act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 6 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 2 show an improvement, 1 a decline, 2 no change yet.

Ensure secondary teachers consistently challenge students in Arabic, English, and mathematics to match their potentialImproved
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment (Middle): Acceptable → Good · Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress (Middle): Acceptable → Good
Monitor and benchmark teaching, learning, and assessment quality against the UAE School Inspection FrameworkNo change yet
4 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Provide more opportunities for students to recite the Holy Qur'an with Tajweed skillsNot measurable from the ratings
Use assessment data more rigorously to challenge secondary Arabic studentsImproved
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment (Middle): Acceptable → Good · Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress (Middle): Acceptable → Good
Ensure teachers plan sufficient challenge and inquiry tasks in mathematicsNo change yet
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Use science laboratories more regularly and effectivelyDeclined
Science — Progress (Middle): Outstanding → Very good

Performance standards by year (27 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Secondary	Good	Good
Islamic Education — Progress	Secondary	Good	Very good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Secondary	N/A	N/A
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Secondary	N/A	N/A
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Secondary	Acceptable	Acceptable
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Secondary	Acceptable	Good
English — Attainment	Secondary	Very good	Outstanding
English — Progress	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Attainment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Mathematics — Progress	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Science — Attainment	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Science — Progress	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Learning skills	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Students' personal and social development, and their innovation skills
Personal development	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Assessment	Secondary	Very good	Very good
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Curriculum adaptation	Secondary	Very good	Outstanding
The protection, care, guidance and support of students
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Secondary	Outstanding	Outstanding
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Very good	Very good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Parents and the community	Whole school	Outstanding	Outstanding
Governance	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Very good	Very good

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Very good

Inspectors rated The Indian High School very good overall. Secondary science achievement was outstanding, and students showed excellent personal development and understanding of Islamic values. However, secondary Arabic, English and mathematics need more consistent challenge, and teaching monitoring is not fully aligned with the inspection framework.

Strengths noted by inspectors

Outstanding achievement of secondary students in science
Students' excellent understanding of Islamic values and their role as global citizens
Extensive range of curricular options supporting lifelong learning
Rigorous and secure health and safety arrangements across campus
Prompt and sensitive communication with parents on school matters

What the school was asked to improve

Ensure secondary teachers consistently challenge students in Arabic, English, and mathematics to match their potential
Monitor and benchmark teaching, learning, and assessment quality against the UAE School Inspection Framework
Provide more opportunities for students to recite the Holy Qur'an with Tajweed skills
Use assessment data more rigorously to challenge secondary Arabic students
Ensure teachers plan sufficient challenge and inquiry tasks in mathematics
Use science laboratories more regularly and effectively

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 2–19), inspected 09 to 13 October 2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Very good

2019-2020Very good

2018-2019Very good

2017-2018Very good

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Indian High School located in Dubai?

The Indian High School is located in Oud Metha & Zabeel, central Dubai. Families in Oud Metha, Zabeel, Bur Dubai, Karama, and Business Bay access the campus via Oud Metha Road and Al Ain Road.

What curriculum does The Indian High School offer?

The school follows the Indian CBSE curriculum (Central Board of Secondary Education), delivering education according to India's national board framework from primary through senior secondary.

What age groups and grade levels are available at The Indian High School?

Students enrol from KG1 to Grade 12, covering ages 4 to 18 through senior secondary board examinations.

What are the tuition fees at The Indian High School?

Annual fees range from AED 8,373 to AED 10,465, based on grade level. Additional charges may apply.

Who is The Indian High School best suited for?

This established school caters to families seeking affordable Indian CBSE curriculum education in central Dubai with strong historical presence.

What is The Indian High School's KHDA inspection rating?

What did KHDA inspectors say about The Indian High School in 2023-2024?

The Indian High School received a very good overall rating. Inspectors highlighted outstanding personal development, Islamic values understanding, and science and English attainment, alongside very good teaching, curriculum and leadership. Improvement is needed in teaching consistency, library and laboratory access, governance oversight, and opportunities for extended writing and critical thinking. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: the improving performances of students in most subjects; excellent relationships and interactions between teachers and students; the coherent and realistic school improvement plans and the ambitious vision for the school; improvements in both provision and outcomes; a rich, well-designed curriculum offering varied opportunities to inspire and motivate students.

What was The Indian High School asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: enable all school leaders to improve existing policies and strategies through interventions by governors; expand resources, including library facilities, to provide students with multiple learning opportunities; strengthen students' sense of social responsibility; improve teaching quality so outstanding practices are used consistently across all grades and subjects; provide well-chosen resources, including improved library and laboratory access, for all students.

Has The Indian High School improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 3 of the 25 indicators rated in both reports improved, 1 declined and 21 kept the same rating. Improvements include Islamic Education — Progress (Middle) from Good to Very good, Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment (Middle) from Acceptable to Good, Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress (Middle) from Acceptable to Good. Enrolment went from 5,543 to 5,309 students (-4%). Of the 6 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 2 were followed by a measurable improvement.

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At a Glance

From the 2023-2024 inspection profile

Grades

Grade 5-Grade 12

Age

10-18

Students

5,309

Genders

Boys and girls

Curriculum

CBSE

Language

English

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Mala Mehra

Since 7/7/2022

Opening year

1972

Teachers

317 (+3 assistants)

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

INDIAN

Largest nationality students

Indian

Emirati students

Determination students

220

Accreditation

CBSE

Curriculum examinations

ISA,NGRT,ABT,CBSE,CAT4

Last inspection: 02 to 06 October 2023

About The Indian High School

Last updated 15 September 2026 · Sources: KHDA inspection reports · methodology

Latest from The Indian High School

Facts reported by the school on its own channels, summarised by BestSchool.ae with a link to each source.

26 Aug 2026Award

Boys U19 basketball team takes silver at CBSE UAE Cluster Championship 2026

The school's Under 19 Boys basketball team finished second, winning the silver medal at the CBSE UAE Cluster Championship 2026.

Source: Instagram

19 May 2026Exam results

Indian High School Oud Metha records 100% pass rate in CBSE Grade 12 exams

The Indian High School's Oud Metha Campus announced its Grade 12 CBSE results for 2025-26, with all 618 students passing across the three streams. The school highlighted several high performers, including students who scored full marks (100/100) in individual subjects, and congratulated students, educators and parents on the outcomes.

Source: school website

29 Mar 2026Award

Three Oud Metha teams win awards at F1 in Schools UAE Nationals 2025

At the F1 in Schools Technology Challenge 2025 UAE Nationals, held at Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi in June 2025, teams from the Oud Metha campus were recognised: Aerblitz Xtreme took second in the Rookie Category, Ortelius won Best Entrance, and Astro Accelerators stood out for organisational skills.

Source: school website

29 Mar 2026Award

Tennis teams win gold, silver and bronze at CBSE Cluster Championship 2025

The school's tennis teams excelled at the CBSE Cluster Tennis Championship 2025, held at DPS Dubai on 21-22 May 2025. The Boys Under-19 pair won gold, Girls Under-14 took silver, and Boys Under-17 earned bronze, with the medal-winning pairs qualifying for the CBSE National Championships in India.

Source: school website

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)

5,525 AED

~460 AED

GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)

6,696 AED

~558 AED

GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)

6,696 AED

~558 AED

GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)

6,696 AED

~558 AED

GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)

8,373 AED

~698 AED

GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)

8,373 AED

~698 AED

GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)

10,465 AED

~872 AED

GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)

10,465 AED

~872 AED

Inspection Report

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Very good

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