
IGCSE Schools in Sharjah 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology
Al Dhia Al Scientific Private School is located in Al Ghubaiba (Halwan Suburb), Sharjah. Established on 09 November 2010, the school serves families in this area, providing education from KG1 to Grade 9 within the emirate's private school network as a coed institution.
Students at the school benefit from a structured learning environment designed to support academic development in an Arabic medium curriculum affiliated with the Ministry of Education (MoE), evaluated as Acceptable. The campus caters to families seeking accessible schooling options in the Al Ghubaiba area.
The school operates under the oversight of the Ministry of Education (MoE). Parents considering enrollment can contact the school directly for current information on available grade levels and admission requirements.
Al Ghubaiba's location in Sharjah offers convenient access for families residing in nearby neighborhoods. The area provides good connectivity for daily commutes within the emirate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades2026-2027 (year unverified) | See PDF AED | - | - |
Al Dhia Al Scientific Private School remains rated Acceptable overall, the same as the previous review. Most students achieve in line with curriculum standards, except Arabic, Islamic Education and Social Studies in Kindergarten and Cycle 3, which are Good. Teaching and leadership are Acceptable, while personal development and student protection are Good.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2025 (PDF, pages 1–32), inspected 27 to 30 January 2025. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 59 performance indicators rated in both reports, 0 improved, 4 declined and 55 kept the same rating.
| Indicator | Phase | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| English — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Foundation Stage | Good | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Good | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Foundation Stage | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Good |
| Science — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Science — Progress | Cycle 3 | Good | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Foundation Stage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Primary | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Cycle 2 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Learning skills | Cycle 3 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 3 | — | Acceptable |
| Students' personal and social development, and innovation skills | |||
| Personal development | Foundation Stage | — | Good |
| Personal development | Primary | — | Good |
| Personal development | Cycle 2 | — | Good |
| Personal development | Cycle 3 | — | Good |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | Foundation Stage | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | Cycle 2 | — | Acceptable |
| Teaching for effective learning | Cycle 3 | — | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Foundation Stage | — | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Cycle 2 | — | Acceptable |
| Assessment | Cycle 3 | — | Acceptable |
| Curriculum | |||
| Curriculum design and implementation | Foundation Stage | — | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Cycle 2 | — | Acceptable |
| Curriculum design and implementation | Cycle 3 | — | Acceptable |
| The protection, care, guidance and support of students | |||
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Foundation Stage | — | Good |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Primary | — | Good |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Cycle 2 | — | Good |
| Health and safety, including arrangements for child protection/safeguarding | Cycle 3 | — | Good |
| Care and support | Foundation Stage | — | Good |
| Care and support | Primary | — | Good |
| Care and support | Cycle 2 | — | Good |
| Care and support | Cycle 3 | — | Good |
| Leadership and management | |||
| The effectiveness of leadership | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Self-evaluation and improvement planning | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Partnerships with parents and the community | Whole school | — | Good |
| Governance | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Management, staffing, facilities and resources | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
Al Dhia Al Scientific Private School remained Acceptable overall, the same as its previous review in 2023, though it improved in several areas. Clear leadership and strong inclusion practices support good progress in Kindergarten and Cycle 3, while attainment across most subjects remains generally acceptable.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2024 (PDF, pages 1–49), inspected 19 – 22 February 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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