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Sharjah Indian School is one of the largest Indian schools in the UAE, with a combined enrolment of nearly 14,000 students across two campuses. Founded in 1979 by the Indian Association Sharjah, the school follows the CBSE curriculum and is approved by the Sharjah Private Education Authority. The main campus in Juwaiza serves boys, while the Ghubaiba branch serves girls. With almost 600 teachers across both sites, the school provides a comprehensive education from primary through senior secondary level. Transport and online payment facilities are available for families.
Sharjah Indian School has 8,763 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Sharjah Indian School operates across two campuses in Sharjah, UAE. The boys' campus is in Juwaiza and the girls' campus is in Ghubaiba. Both are well connected within Sharjah and accessible from neighbouring emirates.
Stages
The school covers primary, secondary, and senior secondary levels following the CBSE framework. Students progress through the standard Indian education stages up to Class 12.
Type
Sharjah Indian School is a co-educational day school run by the Indian Association Sharjah. Boys attend the Juwaiza campus and girls attend the Ghubaiba campus.
Country affiliation
The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, India, and is run by the Indian Association Sharjah.
Bus service
A transportation service is available for students across both campuses.
Fees
Fee details are not published on the school website. Families should contact the school directly for current tuition information.
Academics
Sharjah Indian School teaches CBSE for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the CBSE curriculum from India. Students study core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Hindi. The curriculum prepares students for CBSE Board examinations at Classes 10 and 12.
Student Teacher Ratio
With nearly 14,000 students and 588 teachers across both campuses, the overall student-teacher ratio is approximately 24:1.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Contact the school or visit the website for registration details. 2. Submit the required application documents. 3. Admissions are subject to availability. 4. Boys enrol at the Juwaiza campus; girls at the Ghubaiba campus.
FAQs
When was Sharjah Indian School founded?
The school was founded in 1979 by the Indian Association Sharjah and has grown to serve nearly 14,000 students across two campuses.
What curriculum does Sharjah Indian School follow?
The school follows the CBSE curriculum from India, preparing students for Board examinations at Classes 10 and 12.
How many students attend the school?
Around 13,937 students attend across two campuses — approximately 5,637 at the main campus (boys) and 8,300 at the Ghubaiba branch (girls).
Is it a co-educational school?
Yes, though boys and girls attend separate campuses. Boys attend the Juwaiza campus and girls attend the Ghubaiba campus.
Is transport available?
Yes, a transportation service is available for students at both campuses.
What languages are taught?
English is the main language of instruction. Hindi and Arabic are also taught as part of the CBSE curriculum.
How many teachers does the school have?
The school employs around 588 teachers across both campuses — 239 at the main campus and 349 at the Ghubaiba branch.
Who runs the school?
Sharjah Indian School is owned and managed by the Indian Association Sharjah and is licensed by the Sharjah Private Education Authority.
What age groups does the school serve?
The school serves students from primary level through senior secondary (approximately ages 3 to 18).
Does the school offer boarding?
No, Sharjah Indian School is a day school only. There are no boarding facilities.
