Established in 1980, Indian School Fujairah is a private school that follows the Indian curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Presently, there are 1,200 students and 70 teaching staff members. The primary language of instruction at the school is English and the teacher-to-student ratio is 1:20.
Following the Kerala Board of Education, students appear for the Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams in Grade 10 and Higher Secondary Education exams in Grades 11 and 12. Commendation certificates are awarded to encourage students and motivate them to perform better in both academics and non–schoolastic fields.
The following residential communities are close to the modern ISF campus.
Sakamkam, Fujairah is known for its archaeological findings. The residential community has apartment buildings that offer 2 to 3-bedroom apartments.
Indian School Fujairah has a well-facilitated campus with different play areas for KG, Primary and Secondary sections. There is a football pitch with artificial turf for students. For science subjects, there are well-equipped Physics, Chemistry and Biology laboratories. Separate computer labs for Primary and Secondary sections are part of the school campus.
Students can offer their daily prayers in the mosque and there is a separate prayer room for the girls. There is a huge auditorium that hosts school events. Reading habits are instilled in students with the help of a well-stocked school library.
Indian School Fujairah is located on Al Faseel Road. The nearest landmarks are City Centre Fujairah and the Fujairah International Airport. There are other schools in the neighbourhood including Our Own English High School.
Indian School Fujairah’s education system is particularly preferred by Indian expats. The school has a team of professional and dynamic teachers and staff. Interesting learning methods are used to keep the children engaged.
HODs are dedicated to the motto “committed to change.” They are an active part of the continuously evolving process. The faculty is trained to improve teaching methods and deliver the best education to students.
Subject specialists are qualified to provide personalised education to students. The speciality staff is handpicked for teaching exclusive subjects. Teachers are consistently mentored to ensure the highest standards of teaching.
This Indian School is ranked in the top tier category for maintaining consistent performance over several years and offering premium facilities to students.
ISF is known for its career mentorship and guidance programs that help students secure a place in prestigious universities around the world. Students enjoy access to art, performance, and cultural experiences offered in the UAE. Furthermore, children become familiar with Arabic and Indian cultures.
Indian School Fujairah offers classes for students aged 4 to 18 years. These classes are divided into Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary sections. Classes are offered in a co-educational setup until Grade 4. Grades 5 to 12 only cater to girls.
Section | Grades |
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Kindergarten | KG1 – KG2 |
Primary | Grade 1 – Grade 5 |
Secondary | Grade 6 – Grade 12 |
ISF is affiliated with the Board of Higher Secondary Education – Kerala, India and follows the Kerala Board of Education curriculum. Students are assessed through weekly tests including written, oral and assignments. Monthly test reports are compiled and sent to parents.
Continuous Evaluation is introduced for children studying in KG, Grade 1 and Grade 2. Students are awarded grades.
The school’s curriculum is comprehensive, well-designed and focuses on the importance of practical education and experimenting to develop the overall personality of the child. Special emphasis is on teaching written and spoken English at all levels. A structured yet flexible study scheme is developed for creating links between KG and Primary subjects.
During the Primary level, the school emphasises on the development-based curriculum. Students are introduced to essential concepts in various subjects. Students’ progress is monitored closely through regular assessments.
Students are taught about religion and social responsibilities through subjects including Islamic Studies and Moral Instruction. Reading, Creative Writing, Mathematics and Science are included as core subjects.
During the three years of Middle School, students’ physical, and intellectual skills are developed. This way, they can easily adapt to the Indian curriculum as well as other internationally recognised teaching systems.
Indian Fujairah’s academic year begins in April and ends in March like other CBSE schools in the region.
Indian School Fujairah admissions open in November every year. Parents can fill the online registration form available on the school website. The school then communicates the availability of seats depending upon the chosen grade.
When the form is successfully submitted and accepted by the school, the student has to appear for an entrance test. This test will evaluate the student’s knowledge in English, Mathematics and Science. For Grade 1 to Grade 7, the duration of the entrance test is two hours. For Grade 8 to Grade 12, the duration of the exam is three hours.
Essential documents, colour copies that must be submitted with the application form include:
The school adheres to the Ministry of Private Education admission guidelines.
Students seeking admission in Grade 2 or above should submit their original (attested) Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate.
For students from India, the original transfer certificate should be verified by the Education officer of the Zone/District/Area.
Students coming from ICSE and CBSE schools should get their TC attested from the respective boards. The seal of the Education Officer must be attested by the Indian Consulate in Dubai.
Students coming from any other have to submit the original Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate of the last attended school. It should also be duly attested by the Ministry of Education of that emirate.
Please note that ISF follows age placement guidelines for admission particularly in Kindergarten and Grade 1. Here’s an overview to give you a better idea:
Grade | Age |
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KG-1 | 4 |
KG-2 | 5 |
Grade 1 | 6 |
This is based on the age of the students on 31st March. Source: Indian School Fujairah
* This is to cater to students transferring from systems that admit students of a younger age)
Indian School Fujairah fee is mentioned below:
Class | Term 1 Fee (April – June) | Term 2 Fee (September – December) | Term 3 Fee (January – March) | Annual Tuition Fee |
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Class KG1 & KG2 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 720 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 960 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 720 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 2,400 |
Class STD 1 – STD 3 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 765 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 1,020 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 765 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 2,550 |
Class STD 4 – STD 5 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 810 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 1,080 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 810 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 2,700 |
Class STD 6 – STD 8 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 870 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 1160 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 870 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 2,900 |
Class STD 9 – STD 10 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 1,005 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 1,340 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 1,005 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 3,350 |
Class STD 11 – STD 12 |
Term 1 Fee (April – June) AED 1,440 |
Term 2 Fee (September – December) AED 1,920 |
Term 3 Fee (January – March) AED 1,440 |
Annual Tuition Fee AED 4,800 |
Registration should be completed prior to the admission; the registration fee is non-refundable.
Parents can pay the fee in ten instalments; monthly payments have to be made before the 10th of every month. Fees can be paid via credit and debit card.
Results will be withheld if the fee dues are not cleared by the end of the last working day of the academic year. To know more about the withdrawal and refund procedure, visit the official Indian School Fujairah website.
Students can have lunch at the school canteen.
ISF has outsourced transport services. The school is entitled to take disciplinary actions against students who misbehave during the bus journey.
The school offers premium sports facilities. Kindergarteners have a dedicated playground with a soft play floor and suitable toys. The junior section has a shared pathway that can be used as a playground. There is a 2,400 sq. m. football ground with artificial turf. The 300 sq. m. indoor sports hall is located next to the auditorium. Coaching facilities are available after school hours.
Indian School Fujairah keeps students engaged in a variety of activities and events. Some of the usually celebrated events are:
Colour Day | Mother’s Day |
Fruit Salad Day | Environmental Day |
Green Salad Day | Toy Day |
Environmental Cleanup | Republic Day |
Indian School Fujairah organises field trips for students during the academic year.
The school offers football coaching classes after school dismissal.
The school has a clinic that provides first aid facilities to students.
Indian School Fujairah arranges parent-teacher meetings every month where parents can discuss their child’s performance. A complete progress report, known as the Student’s Dossier, is available with the class teacher.
Parents can meet the school principal from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm by prior appointment.
Parents Teachers Management Association is formed for promoting cooperation between the stakeholders. The association members include teachers, parents and student body representatives from Kindergarten to Higher Secondary levels.
● Telephone: +971-9-222-3441
● Email: info@isf.sch.ae / principal@isf.sch.ae
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