India International School Sharjah

India International School Sharjah (IISS) established in 2011 is a project of PACE Group. Located in Muwailih Commercial, it serves students from kindergarten until Grade 12. Little ones in Kindergarten are taught the Montessori curriculum, while students in Grade 1 and above follow the Indian Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum. The school is counted as one of the best schools in Muweilah.

Located at the heart of Muwailih Commercial, Indian International School is in proximity to several family-friendly residential communities such as:

• Oud Al Muteena
• University City
• Al Jurainah 2
• Al Jurainah 3

The nearest area is the University City of Sharjah – an education district located close to the Sharjah International Airport. The site was established in 1998 by The Ruler of Sharjah and Member of the Supreme Council, His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi.

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The campus of India International School Sharjah has all the amenities you need for a fruitful learning experience. These include:

• Three indoor play areas
• A multi-purpose auditorium with a seating capacity of 300 people
• Football ground
• Basketball and badminton courts
• Seven Science laboratories (Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Home Science)
• Four Computer labs
• Smart classrooms equipped with interactive learning facilities
• Montessori activity rooms
• Three medical facilities – one for each block
• Security system
• School book store
• Three resourceful Libraries
• Separate prayer rooms for boys and girls
• Three canteens

India International School is located in Muweilah School Zone near the University City. Since the district is home to several quality educational institutions, one can spot the following schools nearby:

• Scholars International Academy
• PACE British School
• Gulf Asian English School
• Al Rushed American School
• Wesgreen International School
• Delhi Private School Sharjah
• Sharjah British International School
• Delta English School
• GEMS Cambridge International Private School

Selecting India International School Sharjah for your child’s academic journey will be a sound decision on your part. The school offers the CBSE Indian curriculum at affordable prices. The facilities and extracurricular activities offered to students complements the rigorous curriculum delivered by IISS School.

Parents and existing students have shown tremendous trust in the school’s ability to offer a one-of-a-lifetime academic experience. Positive reviews from parents helped the school make it to the list of top Indian schools in Sharjah.

Indian International School Muwailih Commercial is an all-through facility offering classes from Montessori until Grade 12.

India International School Sharjah delivers the Central Board of Secondary Education curriculum. However, the kindergarten section follows the Montessori curriculum.

As soon as children are promoted to primary school, they are offered a more structured stream of subjects. Arabic is taught as a compulsory subject from grade 1 onwards. Other than this, subjects like English, Maths, Environmental Systems, General Knowledge, Computer Studies Art and Craft, and UAE Social Studies are offered to students.

From Grade 6 to Grade 8, social studies are split into History, Geographic and Civic in middle school. While Science is categorised into Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

In the next phase, Grade 9 and onwards, students are asked to choose between the Science and Commerce streams, and ultimately appear for the CBSE examination in Grade 12.

The academic calendar for India International School Sharjah starts in April and ends in March. The Indian International School timings are:

• KG 1 and KG 2: 07:30 am to 12:00 pm.
• Grade 1 to Grade 12: 07:30 to 02:00 pm.

The admission process at India International School Sharjah is quite simple. You first need to register your child online after which IISS Muwailih Commercial will inform you if seats are available. Once this step is completed, you can download the syllabus for the assessment test from the school website. When coming to the campus for assessment, please bring the following documents with you.

• Passport copy with the visa page
• Birth Certificate copy
• Vaccination card copy
• Original Emirates ID card and copy
• Four Photographs
• Bonafide Certificate
• Attested Original Transfer Certificate (From grade 2 onwards)
• Original report card (final exam mark sheet) attestation required if from outside the country

1. Transfer Certificates from India should be attested by:

• Ministry of Education (AEO, DEO, CBSE Regional Officer etc.)
• Indian Consulate in Dubai
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sharjah/Dubai

2. Transfer Certificates from other Nations should be attested by:

   Option 1

• Ministry of Education from the country of origin
• Consulate of the Concerned Nation in Dubai
• U.A.E. Foreign Affairs, Sharjah/Dubai

   Option 2

• Ministry of Education from the origin country
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs from the origin country
• U.A.E. Embassy/ Consulate from the origin country

3. Transfer Certificates from G.C.C. Countries other than U.A.E. should be attested by:

• Ministry of Education in the origin country
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the origin country
• U.A.E. Embassy/ Consulate in the origin country

4. Transfer Certificates from U.A.E. should be attested by:

• Sharjah – No need for attestation
• All other Emirates- Ministry of Education from the concerned emirate
• If coming from a different curriculum than Indian or Asian – an attested Leaving Certificate is required.

After your child has given the admission test, the admission committee will review your application and the test result. In case your child is awarded a seat, the school will contact you via email or telephone. Once you receive an admission letter, you will be required to submit the admission form and pay the tuition fee.

Before applying for admissions, please keep in mind that your child must meet the following age placement requirements.

This is based on the age of the students on 31st July (for schools beginning in April) and 31st December (for schools beginning in September). Source: KHDA

* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)

India International School Sharjah’s fee structure for the academic year 2021 – 2022 is as follows:

You can pay IIS Sharjah’s fees via cash or card. Also, from the third child onwards, parents can avail of a sibling discount on tuition fees.

IIS Muwailih Commercial has three canteens – one for each block. Students are served nutritious, healthy snacks during lunch. Parents are also allowed to send home-packed lunches with students.

Indian International School Sharjah offers transportation facilities for the convenience of both students and parents. Here’s an overview of the locations served and the bus charges.

The bus fleet is well-equipped and all vehicles come with a surveillance camera, a bus conductor, a GPS and an electronic attendance scanner.

Please note that bus service for one way is not available. Also, transportation services cannot be discontinued in the middle of a month and December and March.

Sports enthusiasts at India International School Muwailih Commercial will be glad to know that the school offers outstanding sports facilities. Your child can make the most of an indoor play area, a basketball court, a badminton court and a football ground. These facilities allow students to engage in a variety of sporting activities.

Various clubs and extracurricular activities designed by India International School in Sharjah ensure well-rounded students’ development. By engaging in these activities, your child is trained to perform at their fullest potential. There are multiple options for your child to choose from, including:

India International School in Muwailih Commercial realises that traditional classroom learning is just one part of the educational process. To make lessons more interesting and practical, the school takes its students on various field trips across the country. Children have fun with their friends while learning something.

The school’s website mentions a clinic for each block. They are managed by six registered nurses and three MOH-approved doctors who maintain the medical records of each student.

The medical facilities are equipped to provide first-aid care and treat minor injuries. However, emergencies are referred to the nearest hospital. To avoid undue delays during emergencies, India International School Muwailih Commercial asks parents to provide correct and updated contact details at admission.

Parent-teacher meetings are arranged to inform parents about the current academic and non-academic performance of their child. For more queries, you can always contact the school via telephone and email mentioned below.

• Telephone Number: +971-6-535-6000
• Emails
  • General Enquiries: info@iiss.ae
• IISS Website
• IISS Facebook
• IISS Instagram
• IISS Youtube

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