IGCSE Schools in Sharjah 2026: Fees & Ratings
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Last updated · Sources: SPEA inspection reports · methodology
Al Istiqlal Private School is a private institution located in Sharjah - Muwailih that follows the Ministry of Education (MoE) curriculum framework. Established in September 2005, the school serves students from kindergarten through grade 12 (KG1-12) and is coeducational, accepting both boys and girls. The school maintains compliance with UAE educational requirements and SPEA oversight in Sharjah, with an evaluation rating of 'Good'.
The school operates under MoE standards and guidelines, preparing students for national examinations and assessments aligned with the Ministry of Education framework. As a private institution, Al Istiqlal Private School maintains accreditation through the Ministry of Education.
The Muwailih campus serves families residing in the surrounding Sharjah communities, offering a comprehensive educational program from early childhood through secondary education. The school is equipped with modern facilities to support student learning across all grade levels.
Parents seeking an education that aligns with national standards and MoE curriculum requirements will find Al Istiqlal Private School suitable for their children's academic journey. The school's long-standing presence since 2005 reflects its commitment to serving the Sharjah community.
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 Istiqlal Private School (SPEA, 2024) received an overall rating of Good. Achievement and teaching quality are generally good, with strengths in Islamic Education and Arabic, while English attainment is weaker in earlier stages. Parent partnerships are very good, but the newly formed board of trustees still needs further development.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2025 (PDF, pages 1-52), inspected 18 to 21 November 2024. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
Of the 27 performance indicators rated in both reports, 2 improved, 2 declined and 23 kept the same rating.
Of the 6 recommendations made in 2023, 3 can be checked against the 2025 ratings: 1 show an improvement, 2 no change yet.
Arabic (First Language) — Attainment (Kindergarten): Acceptable → Good · Arabic (First Language) — Attainment (Cycle 1): Acceptable → Good
6 related indicators kept their ratings in 2025
3 related indicators kept their ratings in 2025
| Indicator | Phase | 2023 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students' achievement | |||
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Very good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 2 | Very good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Kindergarten | Acceptable | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Cycle 1 | Acceptable | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| English — Attainment | Kindergarten | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 1 | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| English — Progress | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| English — Progress | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| English — Progress | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Kindergarten | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 1 | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 2 | Good | Good |
| Mathematics — Progress | KG | Good | - |
| Mathematics — Progress | Primary | Good | - |
| Mathematics — Progress | Secondary | Good | - |
| Science — Attainment | KG | Good | - |
| Science — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | - |
| Science — Attainment | Secondary | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | KG | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | Primary | Good | - |
| Science — Progress | Secondary | Good | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | KG | Acceptable | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Primary | Acceptable | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Attainment | Secondary | Acceptable | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | KG | Acceptable | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Primary | Acceptable | - |
| Other subjects (Art, Music, PE) — Progress | Secondary | Acceptable | - |
| Learning skills | KG | Good | - |
| Learning skills | Primary | Good | - |
| Learning skills | Secondary | Good | - |
| Islamic Education — Attainment | Cycle 3 | - | Very good |
| Islamic Education — Progress | Cycle 3 | - | Very good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Attainment | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| Arabic (First Language) — Progress | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| Social Studies — Attainment | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| Social Studies — Progress | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| English — Attainment | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| English — Progress | Cycle 3 | - | Very good |
| Mathematics — Attainment | Cycle 3 | - | Good |
| Achievement overall | Whole school | - | Good |
| Personal and social development, innovation skills | |||
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | KG | Acceptable | - |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Primary | Acceptable | - |
| Social responsibility and innovation skills | Secondary | Good | - |
| Teaching and assessment | |||
| Teaching for effective learning | Kindergarten | - | Good |
| Teaching for effective learning | Primary | - | Good |
| Teaching for effective learning | Secondary | - | Good |
| Teaching and assessment overall | Whole school | - | Good |
| Leadership and management | |||
| Partnerships with parents and community | Whole school | - | Very good |
| Governance | Whole school | - | Acceptable |
Al Istiqlal Private School was rated Good overall, improving from Acceptable in 2018. Attainment is acceptable while progress is good in most subjects, except art and music which remain acceptable. Teaching, curriculum and personal development are good, though social responsibility, innovation skills and independent learning need strengthening.
Source: SPEA inspection report 2023 (PDF, pages 1-39), inspected 16-19 January 2023. Restated by BestSchool.ae.
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