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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Ideal English School Ras Al Khaimah is a CBSE-affiliated Indian private co-educational school located in Al Mamourah, Ras Al Khaimah. Established in 1992, it offers Kindergarten to Grade 10 and follows the CBSE curriculum with an emphasis on continuous evaluation rather than high-stakes exams. The school organizes the academic year from April to March, with KG students receiving regular assessments and older grades using an 8-point scholastic grade and a five-point co-scholastic scale, complemented by annual internal assessments. The 6 Cs—Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Culture, and Connectivity—guide learning informally across subjects. Students benefit from facilities, including a library, an auditorium, a clinic, and an ICT Lab with 40 computers, plus dedicated science and mathematics labs and an English Language Lab. A four-house system—Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Topaz—fosters teamwork and leadership through house activities. Notable clubs include Literature, Science, and Arts, along with a Malayalam language club supporting cultural engagement.
Seven buses serve areas including Adhen, Al Jazera, Digdaga, Kharran, Khuzam, Jazeera, Ras Al Khaimah, Mammorah, Julan, Al Rams, Mareedh, and Al Nakheel.
Fees
Application and registration fees
- Application fee: AED 500 payable at the time of registration. - Registration deposit (on acceptance of an offer): 10% of total tuition fees; deductible from the total tuition for the academic year and non-refundable. - Re‑registration deposit for continuing students (to secure a place for the next academic year): 5% of total tuition fees; non-refundable but adjustable against the first term fees.
Tuition fees by year group (per term) and annual total — amounts in AED
- LKG–UKG: 1st term AED 1,274; 2nd term AED 1,698; 3rd term AED 1,273; Annual total AED 4,245. - Grade 1–2: 1st term AED 1,403; 2nd term AED 1,870; 3rd term AED 1,402; Annual total AED 4,675. - Grade 3–4: 1st term AED 1,497; 2nd term AED 1,996; 3rd term AED 1,497; Annual total AED 4,990. - Grade 5–6: 1st term AED 1,587; 2nd term AED 2,116; 3rd term AED 1,587; Annual total AED 5,290. - Grade 7–8: 1st term AED 1,812; 2nd term AED 2,416; 3rd term AED 1,812; Annual total AED 6,040. - Grade 9–10: 1st term AED 1,992; 2nd term AED 2,656; 3rd term AED 1,992; Annual total AED 6,640.
Other compulsory school charges
- Books fee: LKG AED 330; UKG AED 350; Grade 1–10 AED 520. - Uniform fee: LKG–UKG AED 135; Grade 1–4 AED 155; Grade 5–10: Boys AED 165, Girls AED 190. - Transportation (school bus) fee: 1st term AED 900; 2nd term AED 1,200; 3rd term AED 900; Annual total AED 3,000. - Transfer Certificate (TC) processing fee when transferring outside the Emirate: AED 50.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and other fees are payable in advance of attendance and, for continuing students, are payable within the first week of each term. - Fees for a student joining mid‑term are charged from the date of the Offer Letter; if joining mid‑month the full month's fees are charged for the joining month. - To secure a place for the next academic year, payment of the re‑registration deposit (5% of total tuition) is required; outstanding fee balances prevent re‑enrolment. - Non‑payment may result in withholding of reports, examinations, or loss of place; the school reserves the right to change the fee schedule and terms subject to regulatory approval.
Refunds and withdrawal
- Tuition refunds are processed in accordance with the Ministry of Education bylaws for private education. - A written withdrawal notification is required; a 30‑day notification period applies to withdrawals to allow documentation and processing (including TC requests submitted via the parent portal). - The registration deposit paid on acceptance of an offer is non‑refundable (but is deductible from tuition).
Boarding fees
- Not applicable. The school operates as a day school and provides school‑bus transportation for students.
Fee payment options and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: cash; cheque; online payment via the Zenda app (credit/debit card or bank transfer, with an option to pay in installments through a Shariah‑compliant ‘Pay Later' plan); and wire transfer to the school bank account. - Bank details for wire transfer (account currency AED): Commercial Bank of Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah branch; Account Name: IDEAL ENGLISH SCHOOL; Account Number: 1005164627; IBAN: AE650230000001005164627; SWIFT: CBDUAEADRAK.
Other notes on charges and compliance
- Re‑enrolment or registration for the next academic year may be withheld if required documentation is missing or there are outstanding fee balances.
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Academics
Ideal English School Ras Al Khaimah teaches CBSE Curriculum, Indian Curriculum for students aged 4 to 16.
Curriculum
Ideal English School Ras Al Khaimah is a private, co-educational school offering Kindergarten to Grade 10. It follows the Indian CBSE curriculum and has students from multiple nationalities. The school emphasizes the 6 Cs: Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Culture, and Connectivity. The academic year for Grades I–X is divided into two terms: First Term from April to September and Second Term from October to March; KG classes follow regular assessments rather than formal examinations. For Grades III–VIII, assessment comprises Scholastic Attainment with an 8-point grading system and a five-point scale for Co-scholastic areas, along with an overall annual/internal assessment; Grades IX–X use similar scholastic and co-scholastic assessments and include discipline as part of the evaluation.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Thrive Program provides counsellors to teach students the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for academic, career, and social/emotional development. Happiness and Wellbeing Centre empowers students to make decisions, solve problems, address behavioural issues, develop coping strategies, and resolve difficulties they may be experiencing. A confidential online parent referral form connects caregivers with the Leader for Provision to discuss concerns about their child's behavioural, academic, or social issues. Inclusion and Wellbeing initiatives include the Thrive Program, a Student Wellbeing Census, and school counsellors sharing wellness information through fortnightly infographics under the IES Wellness Program. Student leadership is promoted, and Physical Education supports holistic wellbeing.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides for students with identified additional or Special Educational Needs (SEN) or Disabilities. The Inclusion Policy lists UAE MOE-recognised SEN categories including Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Sensory Impairments, Physical Disabilities, Psycho-emotional Disorders, and Other. An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is prepared for students with SEN, with monthly progress reports and daily observations coordinated by the SENCO and Learning Support staff. Provisions include a Modified Curriculum, Modified Assessments, Learning Support Assistants, One-to-One sessions with a Special Educator, and, where needed, exemptions from languages. An Inclusive Education Action Team coordinates SEN provision and ensures equal opportunities and high achievement for students with SEND.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental health and wellbeing are central to the Student Wellbeing Policy, which defines wellbeing as health and happiness including mental health, physical health, safety, belonging, sense of purpose, achievement and success. The policy aims for students to feel confident, express emotions appropriately, maintain positive relationships, cope with stress, and learn and achieve. Roles and responsibilities for the Principal, teachers, students, and parents support safeguarding and wellbeing across the school. Wellbeing initiatives include the Happiness and Wellbeing Centre, the Thrive Program, and the IES Wellness Program, along with a Student Wellbeing Census to guide actions.
Safeguarding
The Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy prioritises safe, healthy, and fully inclusive learning environments and requires all staff to report suspected child abuse or neglect. It names the Governing Body/Principal responsibilities and designated safeguarding roles (DSL, CPO, and DSL team) and notes that reporting and procedures adhere to established protocols. The policy sets out training requirements, regular reviews, and public availability of safeguarding information, with clear lines of reporting to the DSL and, when necessary, to external authorities. The policy governing safeguarding was adopted April 2023 and is reviewed annually (next review January 2025).
Admissions
Admissions
1. Enrollment follows MOE guidelines. A student is admitted to KG1 if four years old before 31st July of the admission year; KG2 if five years old before 31st July; Grade 1 if six years old and not more than eight by 31st July. Transfers should occur in the first month of the academic year and should follow the same curriculum. 2. Transfers from outside the country must be enrolled in their current school and cannot have been absent for more than one month. The school may require verification of records and additional documentation as part of admission. 3. Documents required include a duly attested Pass Certificate and final result of the last grade (except KG1, KG2 and Grade 1); a birth certificate copy; Vaccination Certificate; the applicant's passport (minimum six months validity) with all three pages and the visa page on the same sheet as per MOE requirements; Emirates ID of the applicant (minimum six months validity). Parents' valid passports and Emirates IDs; and four recent passport-size photos. 4. For students coming from India: Transfer certificate and results issued abroad must be attested by the District Education Officer in India or the relevant authority; Indian Consulate in Dubai and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must attest. KG1, KG2, and Grade 1 new students admitted after 31st May must submit the same. 5. For students coming from Gulf countries other than the UAE: The transfer Certificate and Result should be attested by the Minister of Education of the country, its Embassy in the UAE and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 6. Students coming from within the UAE: The original transfer Certificate/ School Leaving Certificate (Arabic) from the last attended school must be submitted, duly attested by the Minister of Education and the result of the previous grade. 7. Direct admission to Grade X & XII will not be given. 8. Withdrawal: The Transfer Certificate application form is available in the school office. Parents are requested to collect the Medical Record of their ward after collecting the Transfer Certificate.
FAQs
Where is Ideal English School Ras Al Khaimah located and what grade levels does it serve?
The school is located in Al-Mamourah, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (PO Box 10300). It is a private, co-educational CBSE-affiliated Indian school serving Kindergarten through Grade 10.
What curriculum does IES Ras Al Khaimah follow and is it co-educational?
It follows the Indian CBSE curriculum and operates as a private, co-educational school. The school emphasizes six core objectives—Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Culture, and Connectivity—to prepare students for the 21st century.
When was IES Ras Al Khaimah established and who is the head of school?
Ideal English School Ras Al Khaimah opened in 1992. The head of school is Dr. Prasanna Bhaskar.
What are the key fees and how is tuition charged across terms?
There is an application fee of AED 500, a 10% registration deposit on acceptance, and a 5% re‑registration deposit for continuing students. Tuition is billed per term, with three terms per academic year, and the annual total varies by year group (e.g., LKG–UKG around AED 4,245; Grade 9–10 around AED 6,640). Additional compulsory charges include books, uniforms, and a school bus, which costs AED 3,000 annually.
What documents are required for admissions and what are the age criteria?
Admissions follow MOE guidelines. KG1 is for children four years old before 31 July, KG2 for five years old before 31 July, and Grade 1 for six years old and not more than eight by 31 July. Required documents include attested Pass Certificate and final result (except for KG1, KG2, and Grade 1), birth certificate, vaccination certificate, and the applicant's passport with visa page; Emirates ID is also required. Transfers from outside the UAE require appropriate attestations, and direct admission to Grade X is not given.
Is there a school bus service and what are the transport fees?
Yes, seven buses service various areas in Ras Al Khaimah. The transportation fee is AED 3,000 annually (AED 900 in the first term, AED 1,200 in the second term, and AED 900 in the third term).
What curriculum and term structure do Grades I–X follow?
The school uses the CBSE curriculum with two terms for Grades I–X: First Term from April to September and Second Term from October to March. KG classes follow regular assessments with no formal examinations. For Grades III–VIII, Scholastic Attainment is graded on an 8-point scale and Co-scholastic on a 5-point scale, with an overall annual/internal assessment; Grades IX–X use similar assessments and include discipline in evaluation.
How are exams and assessments conducted for different year groups?
KG has no formal examinations. Grades I–X use internal and term-based assessments, with explicit rubrics for scholastic and co-scholastic areas. Grades III–VIII use an 8-point Scholastic Attainment scale and a 5-point Co-scholastic scale, while Grades IX–X have similar assessments plus inclusion of discipline in the evaluation.
Do you have information about class sizes or teacher-student ratios?
There is no specific information provided about class sizes or the student‑teacher ratio in the data available.
What facilities does the campus offer to support learning?
Facilities include a Library (with a qualified librarian), an ICT Lab with 40 computer terminals, a Science Lab, a Mathematics Lab, and an English Language Lab/ILM. There is an auditorium for performing arts and a playground for outdoor activities to support a broad learning experience.
Is there on-site health support and medical care for students?
Yes, there is a School Clinic on site that provides health services and supports planned health programmes for students.
What about other facilities like the library and spaces for arts and science?
In addition to the library, there are dedicated spaces for Science and Mathematics labs, an ICT Lab, and an English Language Lab, all designed to support practical and multidisciplinary learning. The auditorium serves as the cultural centre for performing arts and other activities.
What clubs and extracurriculars are offered?
The school runs a range of clubs including Literature, Science, Arts, Sports, ECO, and Health & Wellness. The Malayalam Mission Kutty Malayalam Club is also active, reflecting regional language and culture involvement.
How is student leadership and the house system structured?
The school uses a four-house system: Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, and Topaz. Each house has leadership roles such as House Master, House Captain, and House Vice-Captain, fostering teamwork, pride, and sporting etiquette.
What opportunities exist beyond academics for students?
Co-curricular and extracurricular activities are encouraged to support holistic development, with leadership roles available through the house system and participation in diverse clubs and wellness programs.
How does the school support students with SEN and learning needs?
The school provides for identified SEN with an Individual Education Plan (IEP), monthly progress reports, and daily observations by the SENCO and Learning Support staff. Provisions include a Modified Curriculum, Modified Assessments, Learning Support Assistants, One-to-One sessions with a Special Educator, and possible exemptions from languages, coordinated by an Inclusive Education Action Team.
What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place?
The Thrive Program provides counsellors, and the Happiness and Wellbeing Centre supports students in making healthy decisions and managing difficulties. A confidential online parent referral form connects caregivers with the Leader for Provision, and safeguarding policies emphasize safe, inclusive learning with clear staff reporting lines and annual reviews.
How is mental wellbeing addressed at the school?
Mental wellbeing is central to the Student Wellbeing Policy, which aims to help students manage stress, express emotions, build positive relationships, and feel a sense of belonging and achievement. Wellbeing initiatives include the Thrive Program, the IES Wellness Program, and a Student Wellbeing Census to guide actions.
Is boarding offered, and what is the uniform like?
The school is a day school; boarding is not offered. Uniforms vary by year group: KG wear a red check dress (girl) or red shirt and navy shorts (boy); Primary and Secondary uniforms are off-white shirts with maroon accents, khaki attire, and ties, with hijab options and a maroon sweater for winter.
Who governs the school and what is its governance structure?
The school is part of a group governed by the Group Chairman, Sheikh Engr. Salem Bin Sultan AlQasimi, and the Group Chief Executive Officer, G. Murali, operating within a group hierarchy.
