Affordable Indian Schools in Dubai 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology
Sharjah Indian Private School is an Indian curriculum school located in Juwaiza, Sharjah, established in 1979. The school provides education following the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) framework, catering to families seeking an Indian educational experience in the emirate. Owned and managed by the Indian Association Sharjah, the institution is approved and licensed by the Sharjah Private Education Authority.
The school offers a structured academic programme aligned with Indian educational standards across grades KG-1 through Grade XII. Students benefit from a curriculum that emphasizes core subjects including mathematics, sciences, languages, and social studies, preparing them for higher education opportunities. The medium of instruction is English, with Hindi as a compulsory second language from grades 1-8, and optional language choices including French, Arabic, and Malayalam available in higher grades.
As a CBSE-affiliated institution, students work towards board examinations that are recognized across India and internationally. The academic structure follows the standard Indian schooling pattern with primary, secondary, and senior secondary levels. The school also provides both science and commerce streams for senior secondary students.
The Juwaiza campus serves the Indian community in Sharjah, with the school currently operating approximately 13,937 students and 588 teachers across multiple branches. The boys' campus is located in Juwaiza, while a separate girls' campus operates in the Ghubaiba area, providing accessible education for families throughout the emirate.
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| Grade Level | Annual Fees (recorded) | Est. Monthly | Fact Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Grades2026-2027 (year unverified) | See PDF AED | - | - |
This school received an overall rating of Good. Students perform well in mathematics, science, and other subjects such as computer science and commerce, showing strong behaviour and positive relationships. Areas needing improvement include English writing skills, independent scientific enquiry, and creativity and innovation in subjects like art and music.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2025 (PDF, pages 1–29), inspected 27 to 30 January 2025. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 6 performance indicators rated in both reports, 3 improved, 0 declined and 3 kept the same rating.
| Indicator | Phase | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Whole school | Acceptable | Good |
| Arabic — Attainment | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Arabic — Progress | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Whole school | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Whole school | Good | — |
| English — Attainment | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| English — Progress | Whole school | Acceptable | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Middle | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Attainment | High | Acceptable | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | Middle | Good | — |
| Mathematics — Progress | High | Good | — |
| Science — Attainment | Whole school | Good | Good |
| Science — Progress | Whole school | Good | Good |
| Other subjects — Attainment | Whole school | Acceptable | Good |
| Other subjects — Progress | Whole school | Acceptable | Good |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Primary | — | Very good |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Secondary | — | Good |
| Arabic as a Second Language — Attainment | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Arabic as a Second Language — Progress | Whole school | — | Acceptable |
| Social Studies — Progress | Primary | — | Very good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Secondary | — | Very good |
| English — Attainment | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Secondary | — | Good |
| English — Progress | Primary | — | Acceptable |
| English — Progress | Secondary | — | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Whole school | — | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | Whole school | — | Good |
| Science — Attainment | Grades 11 and 12 | — | Very good |
| Science — Progress | Grades 11 and 12 | — | Very good |
| Students' personal and social development and innovation skills | |||
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Whole school | — | Very good |
The school's overall performance was rated Acceptable, unchanged from the previous review. Inspectors noted improvements in social studies, science, personal development, curriculum and leadership, but attainment in external assessments and students' progress in lessons, particularly in Primary, remain areas needing further development.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2024 (PDF, pages 1–15), inspected 5 – 8 February 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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