Indian High School Dubai vs The Indian Academy Dubai
Indian High School Dubai and The Indian Academy Dubai are both in Dubai, about 7 km apart. Both schools follow a CBSE curriculum. Published annual fees are AED 8,246 - 12,238 at Indian High School Dubai and AED 12,000 - 23,795 at The Indian Academy Dubai, which puts The Indian Academy Dubai roughly 75% higher. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Indian High School Dubai is the larger school, with around 12,637 pupils to The Indian Academy Dubai's 1,184. Typical class sizes are 30 at Indian High School Dubai and 15 at The Indian Academy Dubai.
The Indian High Group operates three Dubai campuses: Oud Metha, Al Garhoud, and The Indian International School Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). The Oud Metha campus is located near Oud Metha Metro Station. The campuses are in Oud Metha, Al Garhoud, and Dubai Silicon Oasis in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Location
Beirut St., Muhaisnah 4, Al Qusais Industrial Area, Dubai
Stages
Stages
Pre-KG to Grade 11
Stages
Pre-KG to Grade 12 (Ages 3-18)
School type
School type
Not-for-profit day school
School type
Co-educational Day School
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
An inclusive atmosphere with teachers adapting teaching techniques to involve all students, including those with disabilities.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
India and the UAE
Country affiliation
India
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Non-denominational
School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Full day
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
School transport service available
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & Enrollment Fees
- Application fee (new students): AED 500 (one-time; assessment included). - Enrollment fee (new students): up to 10% of the tuition fee (one-time), non-refundable and deductible from the first term tuition. - Re-enrollment fee (existing students): up to 5% of the tuition fee or AED 500 (whichever is higher), non-refundable and deductible from the first term tuition.
Tuition fees — per year and per term (listed currency: AED)
Note: Tuition is published as an annual amount for a 10-month academic year. The per-term figures shown below are the annual tuition divided into three equal term instalments (three terms in the academic year: April–June, September–November, December–March).
- Grade 5 — Per annum (10 months): AED 5,525. Per term (one-third): AED 1,841.67. - Grade 6 — Per annum (10 months): AED 6,696. Per term (one-third): AED 2,232.00. - Grade 7 — Per annum (10 months): AED 6,696. Per term (one-third): AED 2,232.00. - Grade 8 — Per annum (10 months): AED 6,696. Per term (one-third): AED 2,232.00. - Grade 9 — Per annum (10 months): AED 8,373. Per term (one-third): AED 2,791.00. - Grade 10 — Per annum (10 months): AED 8,373. Per term (one-third): AED 2,791.00. - Grade 11 — Per annum (10 months): AED 10,465. Per term (one-third): AED 3,488.33. - Grade 12 — Per annum (10 months): AED 10,465. Per term (one-third): AED 3,488.33.
Mandatory annual and one‑off charges
- Resource/annual fee (covers: exam materials, laboratory use, e-learning and online subscriptions, ID card, school diary & calendar, technology charges) — charged once a year by grade: - Grade 5: AED 1,000. Grade 6: AED 1,050. Grade 7: AED 1,100. Grade 8: AED 1,150. Grade 9: AED 1,200. Grade 10: AED 1,200. Grade 11: AED 1,250. Grade 12: AED 1,250. - Facility fee (one-off, non-refundable) for students newly enrolling at the Oud Metha campus: AED 2,100 (applies to new admissions only). - Board examination charges: charged by the examination board itself where applicable (separately billed). - Additional subject or laboratory charges may apply for some courses or practical subjects; these appear as separate line items in the school's published supplies/optional services schedule.
Other costs and optional services
- Required education supplies, uniforms, textbooks, transport (school bus), canteen/meal plans and optional extracurricular services are charged separately and appear under the school's optional services / supplies schedule. Transport is provided as a paid service (school bus) and the school publishes separate transport arrangements and charges for families who opt in.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is stated as an annual amount (10‑month academic year) and is collected according to the school billing schedule aligned with the three-term academic calendar. Receivables are processed through the school's billing cycle and must be paid by the published due dates for each term or instalment. - Receipts are issued only after the school verifies payment; allow up to three working days for official receipts to be issued after a bank deposit, transfer or online payment (longer during peak periods). The school requires parents to provide transaction details (name, GR number, date, amount) when using bank deposit or transfer so the payment can be allocated and a receipt issued.
Payment methods and bank details
- Online payment: via the campus parent portal (online payments processed through the school portal). - Bank transfer: separate Bank of Baroda accounts are used for the Oud Metha / Al Garhoud campuses and for the DSO campus. Examples of published account details (for bank transfer) include Bank Name: Bank of Baroda; IBAN and Swift details are provided to parents for the relevant campus account. Parents are required to email proof of transfer when necessary to ensure timely reconciliation. - Standing instruction / credit card: the school accepts payments via standing instructions on bank-issued credit cards where supported; parents should ensure their bank includes student details so the payment can be matched to the account.
Refunds and non‑refundables
- Application, enrollment and re-enrollment charges are non-refundable as published: application fee AED 500 (new students) is not refundable; enrollment fee (up to 10% of tuition) and re-enrollment fee (up to 5% or AED 500) are non-refundable and are credited against the first term tuition where applicable. - Refund or proration of tuition and any other refundable balances on withdrawal are handled in line with KHDA guidelines and the school's admission & withdrawal policy; the Fee Department determines amounts payable or refundable when a student withdraws and Transfer/School Leaving Certificates are issued only after school dues are cleared.
Boarding / residential provision
- The Indian High School campuses operate as day schools with transport services; there is no published boarding/hostel provision or boarding fees. Transport (school bus) is provided as a separate paid service.
Important notes for parents
- All amounts above are published in UAE dirhams (AED). Annual tuition figures are expressed for a 10-month academic year; the school's published billing calendar follows the three-term academic structure. - Enrollment and payment deadlines must be met to secure places and to avoid the risk of a student being treated as a new admission; school employees may be eligible for staff discounts where applicable.
Fee details
Discounted tuition from AED 10,390 (Pre-KG) to AED 17,675 (Grades 11-12). Sibling discounts 10-25%. Esaad card 25%. Sports scholarships 30-60%. Academic scholarships 15%. Full payment discount 2.5%.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The curriculum is CBSE-based and aligned with MOE guidelines. Middle School covers grades 1 to 8 with a customized CBSE progression for secondary and senior secondary. Secondary School follows the CBSE curriculum from grade 9 to 12, with Arabic, Islamic Education, UAE Social Studies and MEP integrated where relevant. Optional electives include French, Computer Applications and Artificial Intelligence from grade 8 upwards. Senior Secondary offers 21 subject combinations with career guidance and counselling. 21st century learning skills, technology integration and enrichment programs such as coding, art, and field trips underpin the curriculum.
Curriculum details
CBSE with RAHHAL programme and ASDAN internationally accredited programmes. Enhanced with AI, robotics and reading skills.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Fill out the admission form available on the website. The Oud Metha campus is processing admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year with Grade 11 currently available; seats in other grades are not available and there is a waiting list. The Al Garhoud campus is processing admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year with Pre-KG currently available; seats in Grades 1–4 are not available and there is a waiting list. 2. Submit documents & report card. Prepare and submit the documents listed by the school: 1 copy of the child's passport, visa and Emirates ID; 1 copy of both parents' passport, visa and Emirates IDs; 1 copy of the child's birth certificate (with attestation if issued outside UAE); 2 passport-size photographs; vaccination records; copies of the child's progress reports for the last two years including the last examination taken; Transfer Certificate or School Leaving Certificate from the previous school (with attestations). Transfer Certificate requirements include English language, attestation and KHDA-related rules as outlined by the school. 3. Take the eligibility test. The eligibility test is used for admissions to KG2 through Grade 9, and panel interview may accompany the process. Grade 10 admissions require CBSE registration and performance in the eligibility test and panel interview; Grade 11 admissions are determined by a merit mix of Grades 9 and 10 results, the eligibility test, and an interview; Grade 12 admissions are based on available subject combinations and completion of CBSE registration. 4. Clear the eligibility test and receive offer letter. Shortlisted students will be offered admission after the eligibility test and interview processes. 5. Pay the required fees and submit all other documents. Complete the payment of fees and provide any remaining documents required for enrollment. 6. Provisional admission is granted and confirmed upon KHDA registration. Final confirmation occurs when KHDA registration is completed.
Admissions
Online enrollment with entrance testing. Age criteria apply. School tours available.
Seats are not available in other grades; complete online registration for the desired grade and join the waiting list. You will be contacted for an eligibility test for your learner only when seats become available.
