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Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute

Q: What age groups and grade levels are available at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute?

Students enrol from Grade 1 to Grade 12 , covering ages 6 to 18. The school does not offer kindergarten levels.

Q: Who is Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute best suited for?

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute is best suited for families seeking UAE Ministry of Education curriculum. The school attracts residents of Silicon Oasis & Academic City seeking UAE MOE education with UAE national standards and Arabic excellence.

2023-2024Good

Curriculum

UAE Ministry of Education

Annual Fees

Contact school

Location

Dubai Academic City

About Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute

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

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute is a Ministry of Education (MoE) school located in Dubai Academic City, serving the community since 2003. This institution caters exclusively to boys aged 11 to 18, covering grades from Grade 5 to Grade 12, with a current enrolment of 190 students.

The school is accredited by MoE and follows the Ministry of Education (MoE) programme, leading to recognized qualifications. It has received a "Good" rating from the inspection authority for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Annual tuition fees range from AED 0 to AED 0, making it accessible for families in the area. The campus is conveniently located for residents of Academic City, Al Rowaiyah First, and Al Rowaiyah Second.

Location

Dubai Academic City

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	Fact Sheet
GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED
GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)	0 AED	~0 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its ninth consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Good

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What inspectors found in 2023-2024

Strengths noted by inspectors

Strong achievement in Islamic Education through high-quality teaching and curriculum development
Students' personal and social development and their implementation of Islamic values
The protection, care, guidance and pastoral support of students
The strong partnership with parents and effective day-to-day management of the school

What the school was asked to improve

Use external test results and develop a coherent, consistent internal assessment system to plan and deliver lessons so all students achieve their full potential
Build middle leaders' skills to evaluate teaching quality and analyse its impact on students' progress
Base school improvement plans on accurate self-evaluation and defined measurable targets
Improve teaching strategies, particularly in Cycle 2 mathematics, to raise achievement for all students

Source: KHDA inspection report 2023-2024 (PDF, pages 1–21), inspected 16 to 20 October 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Since the 2022-2023 inspection

Of the 45 performance indicators rated in both reports, 0 improved, 0 declined and 45 kept the same rating.

Students

210 → 190

-20 (-10%)

Teachers

30 → 24

-6 (-20%)

Students of determination

5 → 5

unchanged

Emirati students

210 → 190

-20 (-10%)

Did Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute act on the 2022-2023 recommendations?

Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings: 0 show an improvement, 5 no change yet.

Adapt teaching strategies so students take more responsibility for learning and evaluate their own achievementsNo change yet
2 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Accelerate students' progress in all subjects, especially mathematics in Cycle 2No change yet
1 related indicator kept its rating in 2023-2024
Analyse internal and external assessment data to set tasks that build on students' existing knowledge and skillsNo change yet
2 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Ensure the governing board and Principal define leadership responsibilities so leaders can be held accountableNo change yet
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024
Implement improvement plans that are closely linked to more rigorous self-evaluationNo change yet
2 related indicators kept their ratings in 2023-2024

Performance standards by year (49 indicators, 2 inspections)

Indicator	Phase	2022-2023	2023-2024
Students' achievement
Islamic Education — Attainment	Cycle 2	Very good	Very good
Islamic Education — Attainment	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Islamic Education — Progress	Cycle 2	Very good	Very good
Islamic Education — Progress	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Attainment	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Arabic as a First Language — Progress	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Cycle 2	N/A	N/A
Arabic as an Additional Language — Attainment	Cycle 3	N/A	N/A
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Cycle 2	N/A	N/A
Arabic as an Additional Language — Progress	Cycle 3	N/A	N/A
English — Attainment	Cycle 2	Good	Good
English — Attainment	Cycle 3	Good	Good
English — Progress	Cycle 2	Good	Good
English — Progress	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Mathematics — Attainment	Cycle 2	Acceptable	Acceptable
Mathematics — Attainment	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Mathematics — Progress	Cycle 2	Acceptable	Acceptable
Mathematics — Progress	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Science — Attainment	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Science — Progress	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Learning skills	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Learning skills	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Students' personal and social development, and their innovation skills
Personal development	Cycle 2	Outstanding	Outstanding
Personal development	Cycle 3	Outstanding	Outstanding
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Cycle 2	Very good	Very good
Understanding of Islamic values and awareness of Emirati and world cultures	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Cycle 2	Very good	Very good
Social responsibility and innovation skills	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Teaching and assessment
Teaching for effective learning	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Teaching for effective learning	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Assessment	Cycle 2	Acceptable	Acceptable
Assessment	Cycle 3	Acceptable	Acceptable
Curriculum
Curriculum design and implementation	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Curriculum design and implementation	Cycle 3	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Cycle 2	Good	Good
Curriculum adaptation	Cycle 3	Good	Good
The protection, care, guidance and support of students
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Cycle 2	Outstanding	Outstanding
Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding	Cycle 3	Outstanding	Outstanding
Care and support	Cycle 2	Very good	Very good
Care and support	Cycle 3	Very good	Very good
Leadership and management
The effectiveness of leadership	Whole school	Good	Good
School self-evaluation and improvement planning	Whole school	Good	Good
Parents and the community	Whole school	Very good	Very good
Governance	Whole school	Good	Good
Management, staffing, facilities and resources	Whole school	Good	Good

Earlier inspections

2022-2023Good

This MoE-curriculum boys' school was rated good overall. Islamic Education attainment and progress were very good, and personal development was outstanding, though Cycle 2 mathematics attainment declined to acceptable. Inspectors noted overreliance on worksheets and underdeveloped analysis of assessment data to inform teaching and improvement planning.

Strengths noted by inspectors

A calm and welcoming school community
Students' very strong understanding of Islamic values and Emirati heritage
Outstanding personal and social development of students
Outstanding arrangements for students' health and safety

What the school was asked to improve

Adapt teaching strategies so students take more responsibility for learning and evaluate their own achievements
Accelerate students' progress in all subjects, especially mathematics in Cycle 2
Analyse internal and external assessment data to set tasks that build on students' existing knowledge and skills
Ensure the governing board and Principal define leadership responsibilities so leaders can be held accountable
Implement improvement plans that are closely linked to more rigorous self-evaluation

Source: KHDA inspection report 2022-2023 (PDF, pages 1–19), inspected 23 to 27 October 2022. Restated by BestSchool.ae.

Rating History

2022-2023Good

2019-2020Good

2018-2019Good

2017-2018Good

Quality Indicators

2023-2024 inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute located in Dubai?

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute is located in Silicon Oasis & Academic City, eastern Dubai. Families seeking Islamic education with MOE curriculum access the campus via Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.

What curriculum does Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute offer?

The school follows the MOE curriculum (UAE Ministry of Education), delivering Arabic-language education according to UAE national standards with emphasis on Islamic studies.

What age groups and grade levels are available at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute?

Students enrol from Grade 1 to Grade 12, covering ages 6 to 18. The school does not offer kindergarten levels.

What are the tuition fees at Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute?

Families should contact the school directly for current fee information, as published data indicates "Contact school" for tuition details.

Who is Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute best suited for?

Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute is best suited for families seeking UAE Ministry of Education curriculum. The school attracts residents of Silicon Oasis & Academic City seeking UAE MOE education with UAE national standards and Arabic excellence.

What is Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute's KHDA inspection rating?

KHDA rated Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its ninth consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

What did KHDA inspectors say about Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute in 2023-2024?

This Dubai boys' school following the MoE curriculum is rated good overall. Islamic Education and personal development are particularly strong, while Cycle 2 mathematics, assessment consistency, middle leadership capacity and governance expertise need improvement, along with clearer, more measurable self-evaluation and improvement planning targets. Strengths noted by the inspectors in 2023-2024: strong achievement in Islamic Education through high-quality teaching and curriculum development; students' personal and social development and their implementation of Islamic values; the protection, care, guidance and pastoral support of students; the strong partnership with parents and effective day-to-day management of the school.

What was Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute asked to improve in its 2023-2024 inspection?

The 2023-2024 KHDA report recommended that the school: use external test results and develop a coherent, consistent internal assessment system to plan and deliver lessons so all students achieve their full potential; build middle leaders' skills to evaluate teaching quality and analyse its impact on students' progress; base school improvement plans on accurate self-evaluation and defined measurable targets; improve teaching strategies, particularly in Cycle 2 mathematics, to raise achievement for all students.

Has Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute improved since its 2022-2023 inspection?

Between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 inspections, 0 of the 45 indicators rated in both reports improved, 0 declined and 45 kept the same rating. Enrolment went from 210 to 190 students (-10%). Of the 5 recommendations made in 2022-2023, 5 can be checked against the 2023-2024 ratings and 0 were followed by a measurable improvement.

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At a Glance

From the 2023-2024 inspection profile

Grades

Grade 5 to Grade 12

Age

11 to 18

Students

190

Genders

Boys

Curriculum

Ministry of Education (MoE)

Language

Arabic

School Profile

As reported for 2023-2024

Principal

Ahmad Mohammad Noor Saif

Since 11/6/2003

Opening year

2003

Teachers

Counsellors

Largest nationality teachers

Egyptian

Largest nationality students

Emirati

Emirati students

190

Determination students

Accreditation

MoE

Curriculum examinations

MoE

Last inspection: 16 to 20 October 2023

About Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute

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

Grade Level

Annual Fees (recorded)

Est. Monthly

Fact Sheet

GRADE 52026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 62026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 72026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 82026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 92026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 102026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 112026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

GRADE 122026-2027 (year unverified)

0 AED

~0 AED

Inspection Report

KHDA rated Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Islamic Institute "Good" in its 2023-2024 inspection, its ninth consecutive "Good". The school has been inspected 14 times since 2008-2009.

Latest Rating (2023-2024)

Good

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